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Breaking News

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 09:00:00 GMT

Holdan to distribute full range of Panasonic P2 products. Price list now available.

Panasonic launches initiative to encourage 3D filmmaking

Fri, 14 Jan 2011 09:00:00 GMT

Panasonic Corporation are offering to buy filmmakers' first 3D short film for 4,000 euros when shot with a AG-3DA1 integrated twin lens camcorders purchased between 1st December 2010, and 31st March 2011.

NEW - Sonnet RackMac Mini

Wed, 09 Feb 2011 09:00:00 GMT

RackMac mini places one or two Mac mini computers behind a robust front panel and beneath an attached top cover to deter theft. Despite its solid build, the handsome RackMac mini was designed with easy operation in mind. Front panel buttons operate the computers' rear-mounted power switches with ease.

Panasonic Lumix Lenses Now Available from Holdan

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 09:00:00 GMT

We now supply Lumix lenses for the AF-101, as well as a small range of micro 4/3 adapters. Our adapters are stainless steel and manufactured to a very high standard as befits a professional camera.

Sonnet Firewire 800 to 800/400 Hub Now Shipping!

Thu, 06 Jan 2011 09:00:00 GMT

FireWire 800 is a fast peripheral connection included on the latest iMac®, Mac® mini, Mac Pro, and MacBook® Pro computers. These Macs (with the exception of the Mac Pro) have only a single FireWire 800 (IEEE-1394b) port and no FireWire 400 (IEEE 1394a) port. This limitation poses a challenge when the need arises to connect a FireWire 400 device or more than one FireWire device. The solution is a Yin•Yang FireWire Mini Hub. Two FireWire peripherals such as external drives, DV camcorders, Webcams, audio interfaces, and previous-generation iPod® mobile digital devices can be concurrently connected and used. No adapters or cable swapping is required. Yin•Yang is small and portable, and supports one bus-powered device (on either port). The hub housing, measuring just 1.9" x 1.5" x 0.6", is about the size of a matchbox, and the attached host cable is only three inches (8 cm) long. Yin•Yang requires no power adapter, needs no driver software, and works with all manufacturers' FireWire peripherals. Yin•Yang (part number FHB-8284) is available immediately, List Price: £49+VAT.

Breaking News from Blackmagic Design at NAB

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 10:00:00 GMT

Blackmagic Design has announced more than a dozen new products at NAB 2011. In our view many of them are very significant.

Breaking News from Panasonic at NAB

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 11:00:00 GMT

Panasonic has announced a range of high quality Camcorders, Monitors & Software

Breaking News from Sonnet at NAB

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 10:00:00 GMT

Sonnet Announce its first products with Thunderbolt™ technology

New EDIUS update

Fri, 01 Jul 2011 10:00:00 GMT

There is a new 6.03 version of Grass Valley's flagship editing program, EDIUS.

Datavideo Introduce TLM-170H range of monitors

Thu, 16 Jun 2011 10:00:00 GMT

The TLM-170H range replaces previous models: TLM-170, TLM-170M, TLM-170D and TLM-170MD. All models now feature higher resolution panels and SDI inputs.

Teradek's highly anticipated on-board H.264 encoders arrive in Europe.

Tue, 21 Jun 2011 10:00:00 GMT

Holdan is please to announce that we are now the UK and Ireland distributor for Teradek. Teradek is a company offering a wide range of state-of-the-art networking video products.

New low cost on-camera lights demonstrate recent advances in LED technologies

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 10:00:00 GMT

Datavision have launched two new on-camera LED lights which replace earlier models that have proven extremely popular, owing to their marriage of high performance and low cost. The new versions are significantly higher performing - at an even lower price.

Transcoding Masterclass - Rhozet Open Day

Tue, 19 Jul 2011 10:00:00 GMT

Join Rhozet and Holdan Ltd on Wednesday 27th July to see the latest software innovations in enterprise level transcoding.

New Panasonic How to Guides available

Fri, 15 Jul 2011 10:00:00 GMT

'The AVCCAM & AVCHD Workflows' and also 'The P2 Workflows how to guides are now available'

Datavideo's Handy Andy Prompter

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 10:00:00 GMT

Datavideo's popular dv Prompter software is now available on the Google Android platform. Ready for immediate download from the app store, the Android version comes in the wake of the Apple iPhone version which is rated 4+ by its users.

dv Prompter is a fully featured teleprompter application, with fast loading of scripts or cue sheets, a variety of font styles and a variety of playback settings. Used in conjunction with the Datavideo Smart Phone Prompter Kit, TP-100, dv Prompter software transforms into the perfect teleprompter for journalists, bloggers, education users or videographers.

The kit incorporates a rigid camera hood and a special 60/40 glass to allow the presenter to read the script and the camera to see the subject. Included is 3m wired remote control, perfect for controlling the speed of prompting and jumping back or forward to different points in the script at will.

With the free software, a low-cost hood and a bundled electronic controller, this package is highly cost-effective. This is also one of the quickest and most convenient prompting solutions available, thanks to its fast assembly and use of the user's own smartphone.

Hot summer promotions on Panasonic AVCCAM camcorders

Tue, 26 Jul 2011 13:34:50 GMT

To help buyers make the move to the new generation of camcorders, Holdan is announcing three mutually exclusive special offers on Panasonic AVCCAM equipment, available through Holdan's network of professional resellers.

IBC 2011: Datavideo mixes it up with new switchers

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 15:22:55 GMT

Datavideo announced important new additions to its already extensive range of vision mixers.

EDIUS Delivers Sandy Bridge Speed Breakthrough

Mon, 22 Aug 2011 15:55:53 GMT

Grass Valley's EDIUS editing programme has been updated to support the full features of the latest Intel Sandy Bridge processors, slashing encoding, decoding and transcoding times.

TeraCentral (iOS) for iPad version 1.1 is now available!

Tue, 23 Aug 2011 10:00:00 GMT

Teradek, makers of the Cube camera top video transmitters and receivers, have just released an iPad version of their TeraCentral software, which gives easy and intuitive access to the control panel and video streams of the Cubes.
With TeraCentral loaded on the iPad you can find your Cubes and simply click on the Video Stream to open up the free, low latency, Oplayer software which turns the iPad into a fantastic portable video monitor.
TeraCentral also runs on the PC and the Mac.

New one click precision professional chromakey for editors and producers

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 10:00:00 GMT

High precision plug-in from ISP brings fast and accurate professional chromakeying to EDIUS, After Effects, Premiere Pro and Final Cut Pro editors.

Holdan announces new distribution relationship with Cambo

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 10:00:00 GMT

Cambo's range of camera support tools will be distributed by Holdan Limited. The agreement bolsters Holdan's position in the market as an important source for value added resellers of professional production equipment.

Holdan scores a home run with BVE North

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 10:00:00 GMT

Holdan will be exhibiting at the inaugural BVE North, taking place at the Manchester Central Arena.

Panasonic and Holdan Extend Distribution Relationship

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 10:00:00 GMT

In an important extension to its existing distribution agreement, Holdan is to stock Panasonic's first dedicated line of graded professional plasma monitors.

AV goes wireless with Teradek Cube

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 10:00:00 GMT

The Teradek Cube attaches to virtually any digital camcorder, vision mixer or switcher to encode video signals for transmission over IP networks – wired or wireless. Whether it's streaming an event over a LAN or live on the net, Cube is a highly flexible, low-cost AV solution. New features make it an ideal tool for events, training and educational establishments.

DOPs go wireless with Teradek Cube

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 12:00:00 GMT

With TDK 5.0, Teradek's Cube encoder range take cameras such as the Sony F65, Red Epic and ARRI ALEXA to the next level, giving the DOP additional and much needed functionality as well as further savings in time.

Teradek Cube offers a new alternative for news backhaul

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 10:00:00 GMT

An important update to Teradek’s Cube series of HD-SDI encoders means news organizations now have a cost-effective and flexible alternative for delivering HD video to the broadcaster over the internet, with the backup of mobile connectivity if required.

LED lights the way for ITV Cameraman

Thu, 20 Oct 2011 10:00:00 GMT

Datavision's LED range of lighting has been a success in the market because of its marriage of essential features, output, low energy consumption and attractive pricing. Complete built-in dimmer control and optional wireless remote, the LED-600 is a portable unit that is ideal for shooting interviews in the field.

Grass Valley Announces Competitive Upgrade Pricing for EDIUS Editing Software

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 10:00:00 GMT

Grass Valley has announced that, as part of a special competitive upgrade promotion, users of Apple's Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere, and Avid's Media Composer can now upgrade to EDIUS 6 at 50 percent off the regular price.

Blackmagic engages with Avid at BVE North

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 10:00:00 GMT

In the countdown to the inaugural BVE North, Holdan is pleased to announce that BlackMagic Design's product range will be on show. Now fully supporting Media Composer 6, BlackMagic has the largest range of 3rd party Avid hardware tools of any manufacturer.

Holdan grows its team with industry insider

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 10:00:00 GMT

Holdan Limited, the authorised distributor for Panasonic, Blackmagic Design, Datavideo, TVone and other leading manufacturers, is pleased to announce a new appointment to its team. Following a period of sustained growth, the Manchester-based company has taken on Victor Godding as Area Sales Manager for the South of England.

Now Shipping: Sonnet's Qio MR HD Media Reader

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 10:00:00 GMT

Holdan today announced the shipping of latest addition to the Qio™ line of professional universal media reader/writers: the Qio MR. For PC users, Qio MR is the industry’s first device to combine a card reader which supports all the major HD video memory card formats in one compact unit, providing a convenient and high-speed alternative to stand-alone card readers and various adapters.

Holdan builds new demonstration facility with help from Fineline Media Finance

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 10:00:00 GMT

Fineline Media Finance has provided finance to Holdan Ltd, the leading distributor of professional video, broadcast and AV solutions as part of Holdan’s recent £500,000 investment into new demonstration facility at their head office in Glossop, Derbyshire.

EDIUS leads the charge through the HD and 3D format minefield

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 10:00:00 GMT

Grass Valley has announced that the release (6.06) supports even more formats natively, including 1080 50P. At the same time, it has added new features for P2 and XDCAM workflows and support for Blackmagic Design's Intensity Pro capture card. Finally a preview version of EDIUS, available in December 2011*, will deliver an advanced toolset for stereoscopic 3D editing.

Holdan and Blackmagic Design Announce Advanced Grading Masterclasss

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 10:00:00 GMT

We would like to invite editors and colourists to join Holdan and Blackmagic Design at The Hospital Club on the 14th December for complimentary masterclasses in advanced colouring and 3D grading techniques.

New Panasonic camcorder joins the very short shortlist

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 10:00:00 GMT

Panasonic's AG-HPX250 P2 camcorder is now BBC approved for HD production. It is named in the HD Handheld category, a list that comprises only five cameras. Of these, the HPX250 is one of only three that are authorised for on-board capture, rather than needing an external recorder.

Sonnet opens Windows™

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 10:00:00 GMT

Sonnet Technologies super-fast card reader / writers are now WindowsTM-enabled. The Qio and Qio MR can now deliver high-speed data transfer between media cards, storage systems, Windows laptops and workstations, greatly increasing the efficiencies of tapeless production teams.

Teradek introduces low-cost, mobile ENG streaming solution

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 10:00:00 GMT

Teradek's new Bond enables on-location video transmission over mobile phone networks by combining multiple 3G dongles for fast, reliable upload speeds. It allows high quality video to be uploaded to the internet or to a receiver from anywhere with access to a 3G network. Based on its Cube encoder technology, Teradek's camera-mounted device is a fraction of the cost and size of alternative solutions.

3D camcorder makes winner's eyes water

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 10:00:00 GMT

Emap and Holdan are delighted to announce that Tristan Hall is the winner of the BVE North's Show Video competition. Tristan wins a new Z10000 3D camcorder, courtesy of Holdan and Panasonic, a half day's training from F-Stop Academy and £1,000 in prize money.

Datavideo commits to Android tablets with its new TP-300 prompter kit

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 10:00:00 GMT

In the wake of new prompting apps that support both Apple's iOS and Google's Android operating systems, Datavideo has unveiled a prompter rig that extends hardware support to Android tablets as well as the iPad and iPad 2.

Two years interest free credit on Panasonic's new HPX250

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:00:00 GMT

Holdan is delighted to announce a special offer from Panasonic on its new HPX250 P2 camcorder.

Teradek boxes wireless video assist

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 10:00:00 GMT

Teradek's Case debuts on the Holdan stand at Earls Court's BVE 2012. This new turnkey video assist system provides everything productions need for wireless proxy recording and field monitoring. Using Cube's heralded wireless encoding technology it goes beyond traditional devices, by facilitating almost instant multi-user wireless access and remote iPad monitoring. Prices start at a highly affordable £2,495 + VAT.

Teradek Bond Scores a Big Win at Super Bowl XLVI

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 10:00:00 GMT

Multiple Hand-Held Devices Used to Air Live Coverage of the Game by Numerous Networks and Media Outlets Including The New York Post

Panasonic Releases New AW-HE120 HD Integrated Camera with High-Power 20x Zoom and Full HD, Exhibiting at BVE2012 Opening Today

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 10:00:00 GMT

A new integrated remote video camera with a pan-tilt head has a compact design approximately 60% both smaller and lighter than earlier model AW-HE100 and IP connectivity, making it easy to install will be exhibited at Panasonic stand K30 at BVE2012 opening today.

Panasonic Announces AG-3DP1 3D P2 HD Shoulder Mounted Camera Recorder with Master-Quality 10 Bit, 4:2:2 AVC-Intra Recording

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 10:00:00 GMT

Panasonic Europe announced the expected launch date and RRP information of AG-3DP1, a 3D twin-lens P2 HD shoulder-mount camcorder with 10 bit, 4:2:2 independent-frames, full 1920 x 1080 resolution AVC-Intra recording which was introduced at NAB2011 in April 2011.

Panasonic 18.5" 3D-ready HD Monitor with Professional Inputs

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 10:00:00 GMT

Introducing the BT-LH1850, a powerful new 469.9 mm (18.5 inches) LCD monitor developed for field and studio applications. Features include high picture quality and true colour reproduction with a 3D look-up table (LUT) and ECO-friendly design with lower power consumption and using a mercury free LED-BL device. The BT-LH1850 offers outstanding value for money providing more functions at a lower price.

Holdan's Team Grows with New Media Management Expert

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 10:00:00 GMT

Former Sony and Quadrant product specialist Marise Plater has joined Holdan Limited as product manager, responsible for Apace and Vitec Multimedia's asset management solutions.

21st Century OB (no van, no dish, no crew)

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 10:00:00 GMT

The very affordable combination of Panasonic's HPX250 and Teradek's Bond means that producers can now record in stunning HD and go live over multiple 3G/4G mobile networks.

Holdan launches cost-effective Internet TV solutions

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 10:00:00 GMT

Holdan's new plug-and-play Internet TV solutions enable low-cost production and media streaming.

Raft of New Panasonic Promotions Launched

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 10:00:00 GMT

Holdan today announced a number of special offers on some of its most exciting products. These promotions deliver exceptional value and can be combined with the company's normal bundle deals.

Blackmagic Design Grabs the limelight at NAB with a string of major announcements

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 10:00:00 GMT

Blackmagic Design have announced today some innovative additions to their already strong portfolio.

Panasonic lays foundations for the future at NAB 2012

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 10:00:00 GMT

At NAB 2012, Panasonic laid the foundations for the future, signalling upcoming improvements to HD codecs, recording formats and more flexible hardware. It announced a range of new products and upgrades consistent with this forward-thinking vision.

NAB News | Blackmagic Design Cinema Camera: overwhelming support

Tue, 08 May 2012 10:00:00 GMT

Leading UK resellers, including CVP Group and Jigsaw Systems, have placed substantial orders for the new Cinema Camera from Blackmagic Design. Such strong early commitment anticipates a huge demand...