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Phil Kurz is a contributing editor to Broadcast Engineering. He also writes several e-newsletters for the magazine and is a frequent contributor to broadcastengineering.com. He began covering technological developments in the television industry in fall 1984 and has work for Television Broadcast magazine, Video Management magazine, AVVideo magazine, and Video Toaster User magazine were he has covered ENG, TV transmission, newsroom technology and satellite newsgathering.

Articles by Phil Kurz
Ross Video adds squeezeback to MC1 master control switcher
The company also has added voice-over-audio mixing and new EAS interfaces to its compact master control switcher.
U.S.-Canada reach deal on mobile, public safety spectrum sharing
The FCC and Industry Canada have concluded interim arrangements on spectrum sharing in the 3650MHz-3700MHz and 700MHz bands.
FCC's Media Bureau head says ATSC 3.0 unlikely player in repack
William Lake, head of the FCC Media Bureau, told those attending the ATSC Annual Meeting that there’s no time to dawdle in developing a new TV standard, but that it’s not likely to play a role in the incentive auction and repacking process.
Belkin ships Dyle receiver for iPhone, iPad
When used with the Dyle TV app, the receiver will make Mobile DTV content available to iOS device users in 37 markets about the country.
Aitken receives 2013 ATSC Lechner award
Mark Aitken, VP Advanced Technology for the Sinclair Broadcast Group, was honored last week at the ATSC Annual Meeting with the Bernard J. Lechner Outstanding Contributor Award.
NAB chief reminds Senators of public good OTA TV broadcasters deliver
Testifying May 14 before a Senate subcommittee on the state of video, NAB president and CEO Gordon Smith said broadcasters play a vital role in their local communities.
Broadcasters predict OTT will boost their revenue by 50 percent 3
An independent poll conducted by MPP Global Solutions revealed 54 percent of broadcasters surveyed said they believed OTT would create the revenue surge by 2015.
FCC workshop to examine compliance issues for tower construction
The Wireless Telecommunications Bureau next week will hold a workshop on the environmental compliance process for new towers and collocation of communications equipment.
Espial receives U.S. patent for fast channel change
Together with the current patent grant, Espial now has patents with more than 80 claims specifically covering fast channel change technology.
Half of U.S. adults watch TV on non-TV devices weekly, says study
A new study from Leichtman Research Group finds the role computers, iPads, media tablets and eReaders play as viewing devices is growing in importance.
Incentive auction poses challenges for LPTV stations, says Greg Herman
The president of Watch TV says the incentive auctions to clear TV spectrum for wireless broadband operators may have disastrous consequences for some LPTV stations.
Study finds limiting incentive auction participation threatens success
A new study from Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business concludes that limiting the participation of wireless carriers in the auction could cut estimated proceeds by 40 percent.
National Weather Service expands test aimed at improving tornado warnings
Twelve more states are now participating in the “Impact-Based Warning” project, which aims to improve the language used to warn of tornado threats and steps the public should take to ensure safety.
Obama nominates Tom Wheeler for FCC chairmanship
If approved, the former head of the NCTA and the CTIA will take the reins at the agency as the incentive auction and TV spectrum repacking enter a crucial phase.
Media Bureau chief to address ATSC Annual Meeting
William Lake will deliver the opening keynote at the 2013 ATSC Annual Meeting.

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