NAB BEIT Conference Proceedings
Welcome to the NAB’s Broadcast Engineering and Information Technology (BEIT) Conference Proceedings. The papers offered here were prepared for the annual BEIT Conference at NAB Show, the world’s largest trade show for the media content creation and distribution industry. The Table of Contents for the 2022 BEIT Conference Proceedings is available for review here. (2020 and 2021 BEIT Conference Proceedings also remain available.)
Since 2020, BEIT Proceedings have been available online only—there is no physical format published by NAB. Papers can be downloaded below, either individually or as a complete set.
Now in its 76th year, the BEIT Conference’s program is established by the NAB Broadcast Engineering and Information Technology Conference Program Committee, a rotating group of senior technologists from NAB member organizations and elsewhere, along with representatives from the Society of Broadcast Engineers (SBE), the Broadcast Technology Society of the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE-BTS), the North American Broadcasters Association (NABA) and the Society of Cable Television Engineers (SCTE). The current BEIT Conference Program Committee roster is available here.
The content available in the BEIT Conference Proceedings is covered under copyright provisions listed here.
Full BEIT Conference Proceedings
2021 BEIT Conference Proceedings - $75
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AI and Cloud Technologies for Broadcasting
Is The Cloud There Yet? - $15
Winner, 2021 BEIT Conference Proceedings Best Paper Award
Abstract: Workflow Step-by-Step: This session will examine how the cloud can enable different application workflows, and how to ensure high reliability while building and maintaining systems in the cloud.
Handling Event-Based Frame Rate Conversion in OTT Streaming Services - $15
Abstract: This paper explains how a fully on-demand cloud-based, live, real-time frame rate conversion service was created and evaluated by a major streaming service.
How to Maximize Hybrid Cloud Capabilities for the “New Normal” - $15
Abstract: The effective use of cloud services is key to the industry going forward and the main requirement is access to the cloud from anywhere, without sacrificing Quality-of-Service enter Hybrid Cloud.
Live Video Transport in the Cloud with JPEG XS and AWS CDI - $15
Abstract: Describes use of JPEG XS compression to move low-latency, live video to/from the cloud, and the Cloud Digital Interface (CDI) SDK to move uncompressed video inside the cloud.
Smart Compression with Artificial Intelligence - $15
Abstract: Uncovering new-found techniques that leverage AI-based compression technology to enable optimal video encoding performance and utilize infrastructure in a more operational- and cost-efficient way.
Cloud Live Production: The New Resource Perspectives for Media Tech Broadcasters – A Case Study - $15
Abstract: This case study describes a disruptive pathway from on-premises baseband ecosystem to a cloud-based enviroment capable to quit traditional production resources like Obvans and Control Rooms.
ColorNet 1.5: Improving Machine Learning Color Correction for Video - $15
Abstract: This presentation will share the results of the expanded ColorNet algorithm and the compression format tests.
The Importance of Remote Access, Virtualization, and Hybrid Cloud for Live and Post Production - $15
Abstract: With a backdrop of real-world examples, this presentation covers the key considerations and technologies involved in architecting a performant and secure remote access solution for hybrid clouds.
Mitigating Facility Risks - Cyber & Physical
Living with Current Faults at End-of-Branch Broadcast Facilities - $15
Abstract: Technical and business risks to an end-of-branch broadcast facility can be mitigated in part by acting on an improved understanding of the broadband nature of the energy in such faults.
Can I Really Protect my Broadcast Plant from a Cybersecurity Attack? - $15
Abstract: Cybersecurity is not an option as exploit attempts continue to target broadcast facilities. The broadcast engineer must have the foundation knowledge and skills necessary to maintain a secure network.
Cyber Hygiene – Protecting Content in a Work-From-Home Environment - $15
Abstract: 2020 created new challenges in media production. @Home is now Work from Home AND Cyber Security (technology) and Cyber Hygiene (Best Practices) in an IP world are critical and have new meaning.