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NAB: 3ality software even more intelligent than before!

4.11.2011

[by StereoscopyNews]

The IntelleCal and IntelleCam solutions are part of the 3space suite of products that is launched by 3ality Digital at NAB

IntelleCal automatically aligns the two cameras on a rig at the push of a button, which enables a super fast and precise set up without the intervention of a technician. It does this by profiling and matching lenses and performing alignment on five axes through the entire zoom range. IntelleCam automatically controls the convergence and the interaxial spacing of the cameras, without the need for a separate convergence puller at each rig, cutting the number of personnel needed by half or more– dramatically reducing costs.

IntelleCal speeds up the alignment process, which traditionally takes up to an hour to set, to five minutes and it does it automatically.These new products represent a quantum leap in how broadcasters and filmmakers are going to be able to capture S3D. Read the 5 April 2011 announcement here on 3ality’s web site.

See the 3ality Press Release here: http://3alitydigital.com/specifications/3ality%20IntelleCam%20IntelleCal%20Product%20Release%20v6.pdf

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NAB: CPC MacCaption™ Delivers 3D Subtitles

4.11.2011

[by BusinessWire]

CPC’s award winning MacCaption software now adds stereoscopic 3D subtitle authoring to its versatile arsenal of HD closed captioning and subtitling post production capabilities. This means content creators can give realistic 3D positioning to subtitles using software only. Unlike traditional solutions, no expensive hardware subtitling devices are required, saving money and improving workflow.

Author 3D Subtitles for All Standard Formats

MacCaption’s subtitle authoring mode enables content creators to specify 3D depth on a per-subtitle basis. It generates full resolution left & right eye view subtitle tracks which can be overlaid onto a 3D video using any NLE system. Since the left & right eye views are separate QuickTime video files, they are compatible with all industry standard stereoscopic 3D workflows and encoding formats, such as side-by-side, top/bottom, and frame packing.

Convert Closed Captions to 3D Subtitles

MacCaption can import existing closed captions from virtually any kind of video file. Although the specification for 3D closed captions has not yet been finalized, the existing closed captions can easily be converted into 3D subtitles or 3D open captions for now. Once a 3D closed captioning standard is established, MacCaption will be software upgradable to support it. Unlike hardware devices, the software will not become obsolete when new standards or formats are introduced.

Demonstration

CPC will be demoing the new 3D subtitle feature of MacCaption using Final Cut Pro and AJA® Kona 3G hardware at NAB 2011, booth SL7620.

 

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Specification for Naming VFX Image Sequences Released

ETC’s VFX Working Group has published a specification for best practices naming image sequences such as plates and comps. File naming is an essential tool for organizing the multitude of frames that are inputs and outputs from the VFX process. Prior to the publication of this specification, each organization had its own naming scheme, requiring custom processes for each partner, which often resulted in confusion and miscommunication.

The new ETC@USC specification focuses primarily on sequences of individual images. The initial use case was VFX plates, typically delivered as OpenEXR or DPX files. However, the team soon realized that the same naming conventions can apply to virtually any image sequence. Consequently, the specification was written to handle a wide array of assets and use cases.

To ensure all requirements are represented, the working group included over 2 dozen participants representing studios, VFX houses, tool creators, creatives and others.  The ETC@USC also worked closely with MovieLabs to ensure that the specification could be integrated as part of their 2030 Vision.

A key design criteria for this specification is compatibility with existing practices.  Chair of the VFX working group, Horst Sarubin of Universal Pictures, said: “Our studio is committed to being at the forefront of designing best industry practices to modernize and simplify workflows, and we believe this white paper succeeded in building a new foundation for tools to transfer files in the most efficient manner.”

This specification is compatible with other initiatives such as the Visual Effects Society (VES) Transfer Specifications. “We wanted to make it as seamless as possible for everyone to adopt this specification,” said working group co-chair and ETC@USC’s Erik Weaver. “To ensure all perspectives were represented we created a team of industry experts familiar with the handling of these materials and collaborated with a number of industry groups.”

“Collaboration between MovieLabs and important industry groups like the ETC is critical to implementing the 2030 Vision,” said Craig Seidel, SVP of MovieLabs. “This specification is a key step in defining the foundations for better software-defined workflows. We look forward to continued partnership with the ETC on implementing other critical elements of the 2030 Vision.”

The specification is available online for anyone to use.

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