[Unison Systems Co., Ltd.] Responsible for video distribution of SAGA2024, 22 competitions, 417 distributions!
*Unison Systems Co., Ltd.*
Press release: September 6, 2024
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SAGA2024 video distribution Responsible for 22 competitions and 417 distributions!
Unison Systems Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture, hereinafter referred to as “Unison Systems”) will conduct distribution operations using smartphones and remote technology for 22 competitions and 417 distributions at “SAGA2024” to be held in Saga Prefecture. We would like to inform you that we have been awarded the contract.
* ■Background of contracted distribution services*
In recent years, Unison Systems has been focusing on “smart
production” that utilizes the latest IT, and is holding over 1,000 matches at the “Kinwashiki/Gyokuryuki High School Jukendo Tournament” held in Fukuoka City every July. In addition to conducting large-scale distribution for three consecutive years, we have also distributed a wide range of sports such as basketball and table tennis. In line with this trend, we opened the Saga Office in Saga City in October 2023 as a sales base for the West Kyushu region and a base for providing distribution services.
In response to Saga Prefecture being selected as the venue for this event, Unison Systems has been entrusted with the distribution services for the tournament, using the distribution know-how it has cultivated over the years to deliver the power of sports from Saga Prefecture to the entire country. I did. In this distribution operation, we will work closely with major companies in Saga Prefecture, such as Saga Shimbun and Saga TV, to film and distribute using the latest ICT technology.
* ■About the distribution system*
For this tournament, we will use smartphone, remote production, and management center technology to lower the hurdles of having a large number of cameras, a large number of live broadcasts, and a large number of personnel, and will be able to stream up to 55 games a day. Especially when it comes to smartphone distribution, distribution can be easily done because all you have to do is install the app and the distribution is ready. By making this experience a success at SAGA2024, we hope to utilize it for subsequent sports distribution.
・Smartphone-based shooting system
The smartphone camera app “LM-Cam”* will be used as the shooting system, and the limited space will be used effectively for shooting without using distribution equipment such as OBS or LiveShell. By using the remote control function of “LM-Cam” to take pictures in a Wi-Fi environment, it is not only easier to adjust the location and number of smartphones installed, but also to reduce the number of on-site personnel required for distribution. You can.
・Introduction of remote technology
Utilizing the know-how gained from large-scale distribution of various tournaments, we will create a system that allows live commentary to be provided not only on-site but also remotely. In addition, with regard to the video distribution, we will work remotely to insert scoring CG and captions that match the characteristics of the competition, making it possible to distribute the game in a way that allows you to understand the match status at a glance.
・Establishment of management center
A management center will be set up in a facility with a 24-hour high-capacity communication network, and a network system will be installed to realize video surveillance, video management, personnel management, and equipment management. We will create a flexible distribution system by changing the role of the management center depending on the venue and match format.
* ■Tournament Overview*
◆SAGA2024
Dates: October 5th (Saturday) to October 28th (Monday), 2020 (Pre-season competitions: September 5th (Thursday) – September 17th (Tuesday), September 21st (Saturday) – October 1st (Tuesday), 2020) SAGA2024: https://saga2024.com/
* ■Unison Systems initiatives*
Unison Systems Co., Ltd. is an IT vendor celebrating its 33rd anniversary. Until now, we have developed systems specifically for broadcasting stations, but in recent years, as opportunities for general companies to handle video have increased, we have begun offering systems for general companies that take advantage of the video management know-how of broadcasting stations. I did. Video shows the facts, and business analysis using video is expected to continue to expand in the future. Our company proposes ways to utilize video for businesses through IT-based video cutting and processing technology.
(https://www.unixon.co.jp)
*LM-Cam is a service of LiveMedia Co., Ltd.
SAGA2024 Approval No. 542