Amhara Mass Media Agency – TV Studio Backdrop
Client:
Amhara Mass Media
Solution:
Broadcast
Industry:
Media & Entertainment
Country:
Ethiopia
Project Summary
Telmaco S.A. delivered a turnkey broadcast infrastructure for the Amhara Mass Media Agency in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia, focusing on a tapeless HDTV workflow and advanced studio video wall systems. The project included the design, supply, and installation of a Barco OL Series LED-lit rear-projection video wall, a Barco E2 Presentation Mixer, and 7th Sense Delta video servers, ensuring high-quality, reliable studio backdrops and seamless broadcast operations. The solution was tailored to meet AMMA’s requirements for modern, flexible, and low-maintenance broadcast environments, supporting 24/7 operations and future scalability.
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Studio Video Walls
Barco
Technology Partner
2016
Completion Year
The Outcome
Gallery
Overview
The Amhara Mass Media Agency required a modern broadcast facility capable of supporting HDTV tapeless workflows and advanced studio backdrop solutions. The project aimed to enhance the agency’s production capabilities, improve operational efficiency, and provide a visually impactful environment for news and entertainment programming. Telmaco’s solution leveraged its extensive experience in broadcast and audiovisual integration, delivering a system that met international standards for image quality, reliability, and maintainability.
The Challenge
The main challenges addressed in the project included:
Integrating a high-resolution, seamless video wall backdrop suitable for live studio environments.
Ensuring ergonomic design and optimal viewing angles for operators and on-air talent.
Providing a tapeless workflow and archiving system to streamline production and reduce maintenance.
Guaranteeing system reliability and uniformity for 24/7 broadcast operations.
The Solution
Telmaco implemented a comprehensive broadcast solution featuring:
Barco OL Series Video Walls
Barco OL Series LED-lit rear-projection video walls (two 3x2 OL721 and one central 4x2 OL721, with curved configuration option).
Barco E2 Show Control System
Barco E2 Presentation Mixer for multi-input, multi-output show control and large-resolution canvas management.
7th Sense Video Servers
7th Sense Delta video servers for synchronized, high-quality video playback.
Touch Control Interfaces
Professional multi-touch control interfaces for intuitive system operation.
HD-SDI & PC Source Integration
Full integration with HD-SDI/SDI and alternative PC/DVI sources.
Scalable 24/7 System Architecture
System architecture designed for scalability, low maintenance, and 24/7 operation.
Tailored Services
Turnkey system design, supply, and installation.
Studio backdrop configuration and ergonomic optimization.
Multi-channel video server integration.
Professional show control and multi-viewer setup.
Operator training and workflow customization.
Ongoing technical support and maintenance.
