RT Software releases Tactic Pro 8.0 with Team ID

RT Software has released the latest version of its telestrator, Tactic Pro 8.0. The highlight of this release is the Team ID feature, which automatically identifies the teams that players belong to.

Team ID is the newest addition to Tactic Pro’s suite of AI-powered tools, enhancing the capabilities introduced by Player Detect, which automatically detects players on the field. Users are able to work more efficiently and deliver sequences with highlight graphics more precisely attached to the players than when this is done manually.

Building on this, Team ID offers significant improvements in workflow and accuracy by automatically identifying the teams of the players on the field. Users can then suggest the team formation being played, and Tactic Pro adds the appropriate graphics to the identified players. This process significantly reduces the time required for operators to create detailed and insightful graphics sequences.

An additional benefit of Team ID is the Team Dimensions functionality, which visualises the longest length, width, or overall shape of the team formations on the pitch. This can be further enhanced with automatic distance markers, providing users with comprehensive and customisable graphic options.

Mike Fredriksen, RT Software commercial director, commented: “We understand that broadcasters are constantly seeking competitive advantages to captivate their audience. Our investment in AI technology is driven by this desire. By automating time-consuming tasks, we enable our users to focus on crafting more insightful and engaging stories for viewers. It’s incredibly rewarding to see how our technology supports broadcasters in achieving superior results in a shorter time.”