NBC Sports Regional Networks adopt Ross Video’s XPression and Piero.
NBC Sports Regional Networks (RSNs) have announced their move to Ross Video’s XPression graphics platform and Piero sports graphics analysis solution. XPression is a powerful and flexible graphics platform that will enable RSNs to manage all on-screen and video wall graphics in one platform. Rocket Surgery Creative Services, part of Ross Video, will convert existing RSN graphics packages to XPression.
In addition, some of the RSNs will also adopt the Piero sports graphics analysis platform for analysis and telestration. This software will allow viewers to better engage with their favorite teams, as it provides real-time data and cutting-edge graphic analysis to break down the biggest moments of a game.
The five RSNs, which are part of NBCUniversal Local, cover 12 NBA, NHL and MLB teams. NBC Sports Regional Networks have previously used solutions from Chyron, which is also used by NBC Sports at the network level. This move to Ross Video’s XPression and Piero solutions will allow them to create a more engaging experience for their viewers while also improving their workflow operations.
Ross Video’s VP of Sports & Live Events, Kevin Cottam, noted that modern sports broadcasters expect these tools to work together seamlessly and that modern sports fans expect more from their coverage. With the combination of XPression and Piero, the RSNs now have a best-in-class solution to meet these expectations.
NBC Sports Regional Networks’ move to Ross Video’s XPression and Piero solutions will allow them to create a more engaging experience for their viewers while also improving their workflow operations. This will provide viewers with real-time data and cutting-edge graphic analysis to break down the biggest moments of a game. This move is sure to take the fan experience to the next level.
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