Customer stories - TVN chooses EVS technology for cutting-edge Ü8 OB van

Hear from Markus Osthaus, CEO of TVN Group, and Felix Rumpf, Managing System Engineer, as they explain why EVS was their top choice to power their latest Ü8 OB van, and how it’s transforming their production processes.

Launched in the summer of 2024 and showcased to the wider industry at IBC2024 where this interview was recorded, the TVN Ü8 offers advanced capabilities, seamlessly managing multiple independent signal workflows to broadcast both national and international events. At the heart of the Ü8 is EVS technology including the LiveCeption^® solution for fast, reliable replays and highlights, and MediaInfra for a flexible, robust media infrastructure tailored to high-performance productions.

More specifically, the van is equipped with XT-VIA^® and XS-VIA^® servers supporting ultra-high-definition (UHD) recording. The servers are controlled by LSM-VIA^®, combined with the MultiReview application, allowing production teams to instantly view up to 16 camera angles and efficiently export selected footage for use in the production workflow. For enhanced storytelling, generative AI-based XtraMotion^® brings the power of super motion replays to live events with just a single click on the LSM-VIA remote.

On the infrastructure side, the Ü8 features two compact Neuron frames, which handle real-time signal processing and up, down, and cross conversions. These frames not only enhance performance but are also power-efficient and space-saving, maximizing the operational efficiency of the van while maintaining the flexibility needed for complex live broadcasts.