The studios in the new CCTV building all adopt a cluster design. The E14 and E01 studio clusters are notable for their comprehensive production capabilities.
The E14 studio cluster / studio complex includes a live virtual studio E14 (250 sqm) for sports event broadcasting, a studio E15 (250 sqm) for sports feature production, and an open-plan studio E17 for news production. The studio cluster has a total of 4+3+3 camera channels. Camera channels can be shared across studios, with each studio supporting a maximum of 4 channels. The studio cluster shares a single 64x64 matrix, uses file-based media recording and playback tightly coupled with the mixing island for efficient cycling and easy maintenance. Each studio has an HD switcher with 4 camera input channels for flexible camera assignment. Shared control room camera monitoring is configured for maximum capacity.