Remote access to live action

Company

CyanView is a Belgian company dedicated to revolutionizing the broadcast industry with its innovative remote control camera systems.

Their flagship product, the Cy-Stem, is designed to integrate seamlessly with various specialty cameras, such as those mounted on sports cars or carried by participants in reality TV shows. By providing comprehensive control over camera features, CyanView enhances the workflow of live productions, enabling a more immersive viewing experience for audiences.

Challenge

The demand for immersive experiences in live broadcasts poses significant technical challenges for producers. Achieving a sense of being “in the action” requires intricate control over multiple camera setups, especially in dynamic environments like sports events and reality shows.

Producers need reliable solutions to manage diverse camera systems remotely, ensuring that all camera features are easily accessible during live broadcasts.

Additionally, integrating these specialty cameras into existing workflows without disrupting production efficiency is essential.

Solution

EKTOS partnered with CyanView to address these challenges by developing two key components: the Cy-RCP (remote control panel) and the Cy-CI0 (generic PoE camera interface module).

1. Cy-RCP: This remote control panel offers full compatibility with any number and type of cameras, streamlining the workflow for vision engineers. By allowing real-time access to all camera features, it enhances flexibility during live productions.
2. Cy-CI0: This versatile camera interface module simplifies connectivity and control, ensuring consistent performance across various camera types.

David Bourgeois, founder and CEO of CyanView, emphasized the importance of collaboration: “We could develop a solution ourselves, but EKTOS knows how to develop for production and can therefore create a real product that functions reliably in the field. The team’s knowledge of software has proven to be a major asset as well. It’s been very easy to explain to the team what I need, and that was very important to us. With EKTOS, communication has been very quick and efficient.”

Result

CyanView’s Cy-Stem Universal Camera Control System has garnered significant recognition, including a nomination for the NAB 2019 Product of the Year Award. This acknowledgment underscores the innovation and effectiveness of the solution in enhancing live broadcasting capabilities. With the continued partnership with EKTOS, CyanView is focused on further improving functionality and integration with various cameras, solidifying its position as a leader in broadcast technology.

As the demand for immersive broadcasting experiences grows, CyanView and EKTOS remain committed to pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the world of live television.