Kino’s computer lab is there to process your files, digitise them, encode them, transcode them and duplicate them.
+ 500 customers have already placed their trust in us from all over the world
There are more and more video formats and standards, it’s a jungle. To find your way through it, trust specialised professionals. Whatever source you provide, we can process it and convert it to the requested format.
We can digitise your archives and video heritage from all types of sources and provide you with long-lasting files.
QuickTime, MXF, AVI, MPEG-1, MPEG-2, MPEG-4, H.264, H.265, HEVC, FLV, WMV, DivX, Xvid, MKV, RealVideo, 3GPP, AIFF, WAV, AAC, MP3, FLAC, AMR, WMA, OGG, Sorenson, ProRes 4444, ProRes 422HQ, DNxHR, XDCAM, DV, IMX…
You don’t understand anything in this long litany of technical terms and esoteric formats…
Don’t hesitate, we are used to this kind of thing, at KINO we have a long experience that allows us to optimise the encoding of all these formats.
DVD authoring’ refers to the programming of navigation through DVD menus.
We carry out this programming using SONIC solutions validated by the major studios.
These solutions enable us to deliver the masters to the pressing plants in large series, offering all the zoning and encryption features requested by the publishers.
For small series, we burn a DVD master; for pressing, we deliver a DDPI master that ensures the conformity of your original.
The specific navigation of a Bluray requires a particular authoring.
Whether your Blu-ray is straight or with complex navigation, we will always have a fast and economical solution to produce masters ready to be duplicated.
We can also provide single and dual layer BDCMF masters to be sent to the pressing plant.
CDs, DVDs, Blu-rays, USB sticks, whether you need one copy urgently or several thousand, we will always have affordable, high-quality solutions to deliver your batches on time.
If you have archiving needs, whether on LTO or the Cloud, we can advise and assist you to ensure you get the most suitable solution.
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An audiovisual laboratory is a space dedicated to the transformation, processing and optimisation of images and sound, which is essential in the production chain of a film, series, advertisement or any other visual content. This place brings together the technologies and skills necessary to ensure the post-production, mastering and technical finalisation of works intended for distribution on different media. It is involved at several crucial stages, from colour grading to image restoration, including sound mixing and file format conversion to meet the specific standards of broadcasters. Every audiovisual project, whether intended for cinema, television or streaming platforms, must go through this process to guarantee optimal quality and compatibility with the technical requirements of the market.
The audiovisual laboratory is a fundamental link in post-production, as it provides technical services that are essential to the finalisation of a project. One of the most important services is colour grading, which harmonises colours, balances light and adds an artistic touch to the image. Adjusting the hues and contrast helps to give the film a visual identity and to standardise shots filmed under different lighting conditions. Image enhancement is not limited to colour grading, as correction of visual defects such as digital artefacts, video noise or exposure variations is also provided.
Audio mixing is another key service, allowing the volume and distribution of soundtracks to be adjusted to achieve a balanced and immersive soundtrack. Voices, sound effects and music are treated separately to ensure optimal clarity and avoid any saturation or imbalance. Good sound management is essential to ensure a smooth experience for the viewer, whether in a cinema, on a television or via a streaming service.
The role of the audiovisual laboratory is not limited to the technical optimisation of content; it also plays a fundamental role in the conservation and restoration of films. Film archives require specific treatment to prevent the deterioration of physical media, such as 35 mm or 16 mm film reels. Thanks to modern digitisation and restoration technologies, it is possible to bring old works back to life by removing imperfections, stabilising the image and readjusting the colourimetry to enable them to be broadcast in optimal conditions.
The laboratory’s services are also used for television productions, to adapt content to the specific requirements of broadcasters. Each channel imposes precise standards in terms of sound, image and format duration, requiring rigorous quality control before broadcasting. Prêt À Diffuser (PAD) is a certification issued by the laboratory, guaranteeing that the content meets all technical criteria and can be broadcast without further modification.
An audiovisual laboratory has advanced technologies for restoring damaged or old films, working on both the image and the sound. Film-based films can suffer from changes over time, such as scratches, stains or colour degradation. Digital restoration makes it possible to eliminate these defects by reworking each image to restore it to its original quality, or even improve it, thanks to modern colour grading and visual correction tools.
Sound processing is just as essential, especially for older productions where background noise, crackling and distortion can alter the clarity of the dialogue and sound effects. Specialised software can be used to clean up and improve audio tracks, providing an optimal listening experience. Digitising this content also allows it to be preserved in the long term by adapting it to new digital media, thus guaranteeing its accessibility for future generations.
With the rise of digital technologies, audiovisual laboratories are integrating new tools and methods to optimise their processes. Artificial intelligence is increasingly being used to automate certain image and sound correction tasks, thus speeding up post-production work while guaranteeing greater accuracy. Software based on machine learning makes it possible to identify and correct imperfections more effectively than manual processing, particularly in archive restoration and the removal of visual artefacts.
The transition to dematerialised workflows also facilitates collaboration between the various players in audiovisual production. Thanks to online storage platforms and collaborative editing tools, editors, sound engineers and colourists can work remotely, thus reducing delivery times and improving the flexibility of productions.
The audiovisual laboratory is an essential link in the production chain of cinematographic and television works, guaranteeing optimal quality and perfect technical compatibility with broadcasting standards. It provides a complete service for files, from colour correction to the creation of final formats, including mixing and restoration of images and sound. Thanks to technological developments, these laboratories continue to push the boundaries of post-production, enabling directors and producers to achieve ever more precise and immersive results.
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