University of Texas Augments Manufacturing Through University-Wide, Flexible Infrastructure
The University of Texas (UT) has recently upgraded its communication and production systems, with the installation of Riedel Communications solutions by Diversified. This technological overhaul is set to significantly improve the coordination, decision-making, and broadcast quality of UT's sports events.
At the heart of this transformation is Riedel's RefSuite ecosystem, a state-of-the-art managed technology platform designed for live sports production and officiating workflows. The RefSuite integrates hardware, software, cloud services, and 24/7 remote operations into one cohesive ecosystem.
The RefSuite modules—RefCam®, RefBox, RefComms, CoachComms, and RefCloud—offer a range of powerful capabilities. These include synchronized wireless communication, real-time video assistance, and cloud-based media management. These tools enable faster, clearer communication among officials, coaches, and production teams, enhancing the overall experience for both the participants and the audience.
With the RefSuite, UT's communication and production teams will benefit from seamless and instant communication across all relevant personnel. The enhanced officiating and coaching capabilities will provide high-quality video and audio feeds, while centralized cloud-based media management will offer better data control and accessibility. The improved live production workflows will reduce fragmentation and boost operational efficiency.
The installation includes Riedel's Artist digital matrix intercom, Bolero wireless intercom, and Simplylive Production Suite. The Bolero system has been extended to UT's football stadium, creating an integrated communication network across its athletics facilities.
Matt Alvarado, head broadcast engineer at UT, has praised the systems for their scalability and interconnectivity, necessary for reaching everywhere within UT's venues and across the campus. The resulting Riedel solution allows UT staff and students to move between venues while maintaining connectivity.
The efficiency of the Simplylive Production Suite is critical for UT, as it streamlines the process of creating professional-grade sports productions. The user-friendly interface makes it easy for anyone to use, and it doesn't require a traditional control room for operation. The suite offers multiple camera angles and instant replay capabilities, ensuring high-quality replays of top-tier sports coverage.
UT's transition to the Southeastern Conference (SEC) has underscored the need for a modern, efficient, and reliable communication and production system. The Riedel solution is expected to elevate UT's production standards for sports coverage, providing immersive perspectives and enhancing the overall viewer experience.
- The data-and-cloud-computing-based RefSuite ecosystem, a cutting-edge technology platform for live sports production, integrates hardware, software, cloud services, and 24/7 remote operations.
- The RefSuite's diverse set of modules, such as RefCam, RefBox, RefComms, CoachComms, and RefCloud, offer synchronized wireless communication, real-time video assistance, and cloud-based media management for enhanced learning opportunities.
- In education-and-self-development, the improved live production workflows powered by the Riedel solution will empower UT staff and students to obtain more immersive perspectives and valuable skills relevant to data-and-cloud-computing and technology fields.
- By adopting technology like the Riedel solution, UT is set to raise its football production standards, both for American football and NCAA football, offering increased audience engagement through high-quality broadcasts.
