NAB Show: Cobalt Digital, SineSix Integrate vocalVision With 9922 Frame Sync For Real-Time Audio Descriptions

Cobalt Digital is partnering with SineSix Media to integrate SineSix’s vocalVision audio description technology with Cobalt’s 9922 frame synchronizer family, bringing real-time descriptions of on-screen graphics into the broadcast workflow for visually impaired viewers.

Built to help broadcasters comply with the 21st Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act, the combined solution automates narration of visual elements including lower-thirds, weather radar maps, election data and sports graphics. Tied to the 9922 platform, the tools unify visual and audio accessibility in a single workflow to make critical information both seen and heard.

Broadcasters can trigger audio description events from existing graphics systems via SineSix’s Watchman API or a browser-based interface. Operators can manage alerts and descriptions manually, on schedules or through automated triggers. Shared watch folders support ingestion of text and image assets, while Cobalt’s +TTS converts text to speech and inserts audio into the program stream in real time. The +EAS option supports emergency alerts, and +LOGO enables on-screen graphic insertion.

Additional features include AI-assisted image descriptions, customizable pronunciation dictionaries and multilingual support.

“By integrating vocalVision with our 9922 family, we’re enabling broadcasters to meet regulatory requirements while delivering a richer, more inclusive viewing experience,” said Suzana Brady, SVP of worldwide sales and marketing, Cobalt Digital. “This collaboration goes beyond regulatory compliance to provide an environment that supports greater audience engagement, trust and promotes safety.”

“vocalVision was designed to make accessibility seamless and meaningful,” said Taylor Hightower, CTO, SineSix Media. “Working with Cobalt allows us to bring this capability directly into the broadcast signal chain, making it easier than ever for broadcasters to serve all audiences effectively.”

The integrated solution will be demonstrated at the NAB Show in Las Vegas, now through April 22, in Booth N1340.

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