Chile. Students learning or practicing broadcast technology at the Instituto Profesional Santo Tomás in Santiago, Chile, will benefit from two modern, fully equipped studios on campus with Grass Valley solutions. The two studios feature a full range of state-of-the-art technology and enable the Institute to become a Grass Valley Authorized Service Provider (ASP).
The Institute signed the collaboration agreement during the 2015 NAB Show in Las Vegas. The equipment installed in the two studios includes six LDX Flex cameras, a Karrera S-series K-Frame switch with two control panels, two Kaleido-X16 multivisors and modular interfaces densité. VGL in Chile performed the installation and will provide service.
"After searching all the equipment on the market and evaluating our options, we chose Grass Valley for the excellent quality and reputation they bring to the table," explained Dario Cuesta, communications director at the Santo Tomás Professional Institute. "In addition, the possibility of forming a true partnership was an important factor. We look forward to a long and mutually beneficial relationship."
In addition to serving as an advanced training center for the next generation of broadcast professionals in Chile, Santo Tomás will also host Grass Valley customers and future equipment demonstrations on a regular basis.
"It's important that the next generation of professionals learn about the latest cutting-edge solutions," said Cesar Carabajal, sales manager, Grass Valley. "The real-world experience during their time at the Professional Institute should prepare them for the challenges and opportunities they will face in the field. St. Thomas is showing a real commitment to practical education with this investment."
