Leading real-time graphics provider, Vizrt, has unveiled Viz Libero 8.2, a significant upgrade to its premier sports analysis tool.
This release emphasizes seamless data integration, introducing the Datacenter feature and a suite of innovative data visualization tools.
Edouard Griveaud, Senior Product Manager for Viz Libero, highlighted the intrinsic relationship between data and sports production. He emphasized the need for diverse, rapid, and abundant data insights to elevate storytelling, enrich analysis, and optimize audience engagement. Griveaud stated, “Our goal is to make data operator-friendly and maximize its utility.”
Vizrt Datacenter: A Game-Changer
One of the standout features, Vizrt Datacenter, offers operators a streamlined approach to connect live data sources to graphic templates without the complexities of scripting. This feature simplifies the integration of live data into various scenes, such as real-time graphics and heatmaps. Moreover, Datacenter consolidates all data into a single repository, eliminating the need to switch between different data providers for various games or leagues. This centralization ensures that all data is readily accessible within a unified Viz Libero project.
Innovative Visualization Techniques
Viz Libero 8.2 introduces eight groundbreaking data visualization options. These include penalty maps, attack maps, and detailed player/team comparison statistics. Griveaud emphasized the importance of presenting data in an easily digestible format for viewers. He added, “In the fast-paced world of sports broadcasts, efficient workflows are paramount.”
Augmented Reality (AR) Features
The release also boasts a Transparent AR function, a unique feature that provides an immersive AR experience by focusing solely on the pitch or field grid. This offers broadcasters a broader spectrum of AR visualization choices, with graphics that can be showcased as either standard Augmented Reality or the new Transparent AR.
The Power of AI Cutout
The AI Cutout tool, initially designed for basketball and soccer, has been expanded to cater to a broader range of sports. It utilizes advanced AI to swiftly and accurately mask players, producing high-quality cutouts. Griveaud noted the efficiency gains, with tasks that took operators 12 minutes now being completed in just 2 minutes using AI.
In conclusion, Viz Libero 8.2 is set to revolutionize sports analysis, offering a combination of advanced data integration, innovative visualization tools, and AI-powered features to deliver unparalleled insights into the world of sports.
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