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We are very excited to announce six new products at NAB! In addition, we will show some updates to a few products we currently offer.
 
Since the introduction of the ACL 204 at NAB 2011, we have doubled our software engineering resources, and partnered with some of the biggest companies in our industry like Arri, Adobe, Sound Devices, and more... to create the products we will now introduce to you.
 
Finally, our hardware and software meet in the middle so we can offer a very powerful and comprehensive on-set metadata system – the Ambient Clockit Network.
 
We invite every single one of you to our NAB booth #C544, where we look forward to giving you a detailed demonstration. We are bringing Ambient's largest NAB booth staff to date to best answer all your questions. We hope you will be as excited about these new products as we are!

 

The Master Lockit ACN-ML
The all new ACN-ML is the most powerful time code device we have ever built. ACN_ML_front80dd30.png

 

It is a time code master, wireless video proxy server, and "On the Set" metadata synchronization hub.
 
The ACN-ML Master Lockit is both the flagship and hub of the sophisticated Ambient Clockit Network System. It provides a rock solid, highly accurate, temperature compensating time code generator. With a powerful, new processor architecture, it delivers established ACN features like 0.0ppm drift (thanks to continous jam) as well as generator buffered time code transceiver mode, and more.

 »Built-In WiFi enables ACN communication between iPads«
 
The built-in WiFi router enables iPads running LockitSCRIPT and Tonmeister apps to automatically sync all metadata. It serves as the metadata synchronization hub as it's onboard webserver collects and stores all metadata on the set. Meanwhile, iPads running LockitSCRIPT and Tonmeister apps maintain a local data backup.

 

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»ARRI ALEXA communication plus collection of critical metadata with most cameras«
 
Ambient has partnered with ARRI to integrate ALEXA metadata protocol into the ACN-ML via ethernet. This enables the Master Lockit to provide the ALEXA with the driftless time code while the Master Lockit simultaneously collects metadata . In addition, it has built-in GP I/O and LANC ports, enabling the Master Lockit to collect record start / stop positions of most cameras, including Red, Blackmagic, and Panasonic.

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»Wireless video proxy distribution directly into the LockitSCRIPT app«
 
Thanks to our partnership with Teradec and Vitec the ACN-ML can interface with their recorders, store up to 64GB of video, and distribute video proxys directly into the LockitSCRIPT app. These video clips are associated with the collected metadata. Now you can use the LockitSCRIPT app to reference actual video clips within associated takes and scenes, while accessing all data collected during that shot!

  • WiFi routing for communication between LockitScript and Tonmeister apps
  • Proxy streaming and recording with Terradeck or Vitec streaming boxes
  • Collects and stores all ACN distributed metadata
  • Forwards metadata to iOS devices via WiFi / Bluetooth LE
  • Integrated webserver
  • Reads and stores Arri Alexa metadata via ethernet
  • Reads and stores rec start/stop tc of all cameras with GP I/O or Lanc
  • Highly accurate Lockit time code generator
  • Generator buffered time code transceiver
  • Drift of less than 1 frame a day (~0,1ppm)
  • No drift at all within the ACN
  • Supports all used frame rates
  • OLED Display readable even in brightest sunlight
  • Adjustable time code output for recording TC on audio track

Price: $ 1337
Availability: June 2014

 


The LockitSCRIPT app:

 

The Ultimate Communication Tool for Motion Picture and Television Production

 

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The Ambient LockitScript iOS app is designed to quickly simplify, organize, and edit documentation for continuous communication through all departments on a production set, and continue communication through the post-production process. Designed for Script Supervisors in mind, has an easy to use intuitive communication tool developed in close cooperation with industry professionals to simplify, enhance, and automate every aspect of production communication.
 

 

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Features:

  • Import and synchronize preps, schedules, and call sheets from Preproducer via a free-of-charge Ambient LockitScript account.
  • Script import from common solutions as Final Draft or Adobe Story. Add comments, and mark off-dialogues with simple to learn gestures.
  • Intuitive GUI with value-added tools including stop watch (editable), stage documentation, and integrated iPad camera function.
  • Integrated Teradek and Vitec Video Livestream

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  • Split scenes and stops
  • Comprehensive schedule reporting for all departments
  • Customizable shortcuts and quick access documentation tools including: equipment in use (cameras, lenses, …), pre-sets and settings, often used take comments, etc.
  • Multiple cameras with all used file counting models
  • Creation of lined scripts with on and off passages and comment function
  • Automatic generation of PDFs or editable Excel report sheets. The optional Ambient LockitSCRIPT* cloud-based production service is available for ALE and XML export files, instant delivery of customizable reports and exchange files directly to post production!

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Future (June) free of charge updates:

  • Automatic time code and metadata integration over the Ambient Clockit Network (ACN) on production sets using ACN-equipped Ambient Lockits with the ACN-BT Bluetooth Dongle.
  • Within the ACN clips are automatically created when a camera or 788T are in record
  • Transmits the slate numbers to the Ambient Tonmeister App
  • Video proxy distribution with Teradek and Vitec streaming systems in combination with the Ambient ACN Master Lockit.

*Additional services like customized reports or ALEs are available at affordable daily rates. More details will be available soon.

Price on appstore: $ 44.99
Availability: On iTunes store on 7th of April

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The Ambient Beetle (ACN-BT)

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The ACN-BT is a Bluetooth dongle that adds versatility to ACN-equipped Lockit devices and the Sound Devices 788T. When used with the 788T, it serves as an alternative to the CL-WiFi, and offers a very reliable wireless connection and low power consumption.

When used with a Lockit device (ACL 204, ACN-TL, ACN-LS, ACN-ML), the Beetle enables wireless connectivity between the ACN and iOS devices. In more detail, the ACN Lockit collects and buffers time critical metadata with highly accurate timestamp, while the ACN-BT module transmits this non-time critically to the LockitScript app.

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The ACN-BT Beetle has a Binder connector, which enables use of different cables for connection to other devices. It has Bluetooth 4.0, or low energy (LE), which works immediately with all recent iOS devices consuming less energy. Thanks to the external antenna, range is comparable with WiFi while more robust.

Price: $ 250

Availability: June 2014

The Ambient Tonmeister App

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The Tonmeisster app is a versatile sound report tool, and so much more. In addition the comprehensive sound report features, an optional CL-WiFi plug-in will be available for complete control of the Sound Devices 788T.

  • Import scripts from Final Draft or Adobe Story
  • Import call sheets via free LockitScript account
  • Receive slate numbers from LockitScript app*
  • Integrated Teradek and Vitec Video Livestream
  • Comprehensive sound report including comments, tags, etc
  • Name tracks by mic and actors from call sheet
  • Export as pdf, XML, Soundminer
  • Transmit scene, take, notes, and rec tc to LockitScript app*
Optional CL-WiFi plug-in features:
  • Arm and name tracks
  • Remote record stop
  • Track clipping indicator
  • Route inputs, outputs, and headphones
  • Display and meter brightness control
  • Edit scene, take, add notes for upcoming and all recorded takes
  • Automated clip list synchronization with LockitScript app*
  • Works with CL-WiFi and ACN-BT
*ACN-ML required

Price: Host app free, CL-Wifi Integration $ 9.99

Availability: June 2014

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The Ambient "Sound Fish" Hydrophone ASF-1

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The ASF-1 is completely designed and manufactured by Ambient Recording in response all the requests for a professional-quality, yet affordable hydrophone designed specifically for use with standard audio gear. We exceeded our expectations. The result is an extremely natural sounding, low noise underwater microphone. Well, it took us nearly 3 years but finally we did it.

»Crystal clear, low noise audio from infra- to ultrasound«

With the development of the Ambient "Sound Fish" we focused on high audio quality with best handling. Therefore we designed a linear, low distortion microphone preamp offering a linear frequency response from 10Hz- 40kHz.

»Works with standard 48V Phantom power«

Following our idea to create an underwater microphone for professional sound recordists, we worked hard to build a hydrophone which can be fed directly from standard 48V Phantom power. Thus, this microphone works right out of the box with all professional audio gear using standard XLR connections. No adapters are required!

»Waterproof up to 100m«

The ASF-1 is machined out of high-quality, stainless steel (V4A) and can easily withstand the water pressure of 100m depth. Additionally, the cable material (specially formulated NBR, V4A polyurethane) was selected for its long term resistance against seawater corrosion.

»Included 10m underwater cable with professional underwater connector«

Within the purchased parts package we included a 10 meter underwater cable with sealed AHS V4a underwater connector. Thus, the AFS-1 can be used right out of the box without additional adapters or cables. Other cable lengths are available on request.

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  • Frequency response: 7Hz- 40kHz (-3dB)
  • Polar Pattern: Omni directional
  • THD: 0,1% (10Hz-40kHz)
  • Dimensions:180mm x 25mm
  • Max depth: 100m
  • Housing material: V4A stainless steel
  • Encapsulating material: Special formulated NBR
  • Weight (without cable): 270g
  • Power Supply: 48V Phantom
  • Included detachable 10m underwater cable
  • Special designed stainless steel AHS underwater connector
Price: $ 1596

Availability: Estimated shipping June 2014

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ACN-LS Now Shipping!

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We added some new neat features:

  • Back slate sensor: flips the tc display when the slate is turned upside down.
  • Light sensor: automatically adjusts the LED brightness when activated.
  • ACN clap time transmission via ACN
  • Rugged, interchangeable polycarbonate board
  • Backup Supercap: Holds the tc for more than 4 minutes without batteries
  • Reads vari speed and reversed time code
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The good old facts:

  • Highly accurate time code generator
  • Extremely bright LED TC display
  • Drift of less than 1 frame a day (~0,1ppm, 0,0ppm within ACN))
  • Supports all used frame rates
  • Adjustable TC offset
  • Generator buffered time code transceiver
  • Full Ambient Clockit Network support
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  • OLED Display for configuration
  • Conversion between LTC and MTC (via USB)
  • RS232, USB and GP I/O Port
  • Stand alone mode
  • More than 2 days working time with only 4 AA batteries
  • Machined, pearl blasted, anodized aluminum housing
  • Dimensions display module:

    210 x 65 x 27 mm

  • Dimension with slate body:

    280 x 215 x 33 mm

  • Weight display module: 404 g
  • Weight Slate: 1100g
Prices:

ACN-LS $ 1337

ACN-LD (display module only) $ 1202

Availability:

Shipping starts now

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Please post pics of new slate bodies. Will there be a backlight version?

First of all we will publish the CAD of the Slate body. So everybody can build his own dream slate. To provide a working clap function with the hall sensor we offer two ready clap sticks.

The standard clapper also included in the regular slate made out of POM with white colored inlays.

ACN-LSC

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and an alternative maple clap stick with uncolored maple inlays

ACN-LSCW

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a backlight body is already in development but not yet ready.

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Great gear! How does the timecode module fit into the slate face? If dropped will it come apart?

Thanks!

The clap stick is screwed to the board with four screws and holds the diplay module in place. So, no normal drop will make them fall apart.

 

By the way, we also added a simple board marker holder (and a board marker)...

 

 

I'll admit to being a bit blinded by science on the whole networking of audio, video and take numbers etc.

Does the system offer 'live' video relay and if so with how much delay? it seems to suggest this. And is it doubling for video playback of audio and picture takes?

 

Please see the following video which explains the system.

 

The only update to it is that the apps now are able to send reports and receive script and call sheet directly from the cloud.

 

http://vimeo.com/74214120

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Thanks for the video.

So live video is sent out to wifi devices removing *some* of the need for monitors? What is the delay? Is it really suited more for playback or does the live feed work adequately for directors to watch and/or listen to a take properly as it happens?

I'm assuming here that audio is packaged with the video?

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I'll admit to being a bit blinded by science on the whole networking of audio, video and take numbers etc.

Does the system offer 'live' video relay and if so with how much delay? it seems to suggest this. And is it doubling for video playback of audio and picture takes?

 

P.S. Yes, the LockitSCRIPT as well as the Tonmeister apps offer a live view directly from the streamingbox. As you get the metadata etc. via Bluetooth WiFi for streaming connection is still available. Therefor the video delay is the standard WiFi streaming delay of the system you use.

 

The ACN-ML additionally stores the Teradek and Vitec recordings as proxy files to its built-in memory, connects them with the metadata and makes them available for later review in the LockitSCRIPT app.

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I can see myself with a MasterLockit in the bag along my 788 managing TC and getting video monitoring; documentary GOLD. (Provided Teradek get rid of their fan in the txs)

Ambient; please try to team up with Paralinx too !

You don't need the Master Lockit for the livestream. You just type in the IP of your Vitec or Terradek box in your LockitSCRIPT or Tonmeister app and that's it ;)

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