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- 0:00Welcome to the RedTech daily podcast powered by artificial intelligence, where we bring you the
- 0:05latest in the world of radio broadcast and digital audio industries.
- 0:10I'm Marguerite Clark, and today we're diving into some exciting stories.
- 0:14We'll discuss why mandating radio in vehicles is a no-brainer, explore the Broadcast Radio
- 0:20Myriad Anywhere for easy remote setups, unveil the new Tieline ViA Duo codec, look into Azam
- 0:27TV's choice of Lawo for their outside broadcast van audio upgrade, see how WorldCast is pulling
- 0:32a switcheroo at IBC2026, and recap on SwissRadioDay26's impressive turnout in Zurich
- 0:39and online.
- 0:43Vehicles are a crucial space for radio listening, with more than 25% of listening time
- 0:48in Europe happening on the road, and even higher in certain markets like Bulgaria and
- 0:52French-speaking Belgium.
- 0:55Despite this, some new cars, like entry-level Teslas, lack radio tuners, which could
- 1:00compromise safety and accessibility.
- 1:04Governments are stepping in, with regulations like the European Electronic Communications
- 1:09Code mandating digital radio tuners in all new cars.
- 1:14This has led to a significant increase in D.A.B.
- 1:17plus-equipped vehicles, demonstrating the effectiveness of such mandates.
- 1:23Myriad Anywhere is Broadcast Radio's remote access solution, allowing radio presenters,
- 1:29producers, and technicians to work from anywhere with an internet connection.
- 1:34It's designed for integration with Myriad Playout and Myriad Cloud systems, providing
- 1:38users secure, browser-based access to essential studio tools via desktop, laptop, or tablet
- 1:43without needing installed software.
- 1:48With features like recording and uploading content, editing segues, building playlists,
- 1:53and controlling live playout, it supports flexible and secure remote operations.
- 1:59Security and flexibility are at the core of Myriad Anywhere, featuring multi-tiered user
- 2:04permissions and SSL-encrypted communication, ensuring safe and reliable operation outside
- 2:10traditional studios.
- 2:13It requires minimal equipment, making it invaluable for maintaining broadcast continuity
- 2:18during travel, illness, or disruptions.
- 2:21Myriad Anywhere is a key enabler of hybrid and fully remote workflows, allowing radio teams to
- 2:27stay connected, productive, and on-air from anywhere, whether supplementing in-studio work
- 2:31or supporting fully remote operations.
- 2:36Tieline has unveiled its new ViA Duo portable codec, offering an all-in-one solution for
- 2:41remote broadcasts, commentary, and off-tube broadcasting.
- 2:46This ultra-portable platform functions as an internet protocol codec, audio over internet
- 2:52protocol commentary node, and off-tube production solution.
- 2:56It supports multiple functions, including sports commentary using AES67, ST 2110-30,
- 3:04Ravenna, Livewire, or Dante.
- 3:08By consolidating these functions, the ViA Duo reduces equipment needs and costs while
- 3:12enhancing operational flexibility.
- 3:15The ViA Duo's video streaming capability supports off-tube commentary, enabling
- 3:20commentators to receive a live feed and broadcast from anywhere, even from home.
- 3:26This compact device fits in the palm of your hand and includes two XLR mic, line, and AES3
- 3:32inputs, as well as headphone outputs.
- 3:35By streamlining these diverse functionalities into one lightweight package, Tieline delivers
- 3:40significant cost savings and operational efficiency for broadcasters.
- 3:47Azam TV, a direct broadcast satellite television service based in Dar Es Salaam,
- 3:52Tanzania, has upgraded its outside broadcast truck with Lawo technology.
- 3:57The upgrade centers on the Lawo Home management platform, which integrates the entire internet
- 4:02protocol infrastructure, including an mc²36 console and various stageboxes.
- 4:08This setup simplifies operations and ensures interoperability across SMPTE ST 2110, AES67,
- 4:18and Ravenna networks.
- 4:19Raghvendra Tiwari from Azam TV highlights this as a significant step in future-proofing their
- 4:24audio production workflows.
- 4:28WorldCast Systems is enhancing transmitter switchovers with its new Ecreso SwitchOver,
- 4:33debuting at IBC2026 in Amsterdam.
- 4:37Product Manager David Houzé emphasizes its dual power supplies, secure communications, and
- 4:43built-in scheduling for modern broadcast networks.
- 4:47The Switchover's multilevel user management and cyberthreat protection ensure secure
- 4:51operations.
- 4:53Compatible with WorldCast’s Ecreso AiO transmitter line and Kybio network management
- 4:58system, it's designed to automate and simplify routine operations, reducing manual
- 5:03intervention and enhancing reliability.
- 5:05SwissRadioDay26 saw a remarkable turnout with 329 professionals gathering at the Kaufleuten
- 5:14venue in Zurich and 267 joining online, totaling 596 participants.
- 5:20Since 1999, this event has united representatives from Switzerland's diverse
- 5:26language regions to discuss radio's technical, commercial, and editorial development.
- 5:32Highlights included sessions on artificial intelligence, audience measurement, and podcast
- 5:37monetization.
- 5:39Swiss Federal Councilor Albert Rösti discussed media policy challenges, and the event
- 5:44concluded with a feedback survey to shape future SwissRadioDays.
- 5:48That's all for today's episode of the RedTech daily podcast powered by artificial
- 5:53intelligence.
- 5:55To read the full articles discussed today, visit our website at redtech.pro.
- 6:00I'm Marguerite Clark, and thanks for tuning in.
- 6:03Join us again tomorrow for more updates from the world of radio broadcast and digital audio
- 6:07industries.