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Satellite TVRO Part 1The transition to DTV really started when satellite transmissions were encoded as digital signals, and with analog satellite service mostly gone, the transition to all-digital satellite signals is almost complete. Setting up an analog downlink was similar to tuning in an over-the-air analog TV signal; you moved the antenna until you saw a picture. But just as this does not work for DTV, it also does not work with digital satellite signals. This series of newsletters will show you what’s going on with today’s satellites and how to find the one you want.... |
SMPTE Conference features advances in file-based operations
The conference held Oct. 27-29 explored the issues raised as broadcasters migrate away from videotape in the quest for more efficient workflows....
Disney aims to be first to market with content in the cloud
‘Keychest’ will enable consumers to buy content rights once, view anywhere, any time, on any device....
Suppliers strive to smooth broadcasters' paths to ATSC mobile TV
End-to-end systems introduced at NAB are ready for prime time. ...
Business Insights surveys new business of TV
The new report examines market, pricing and competitive trends shaping mobile TV and IPTV markets....
OMVC helps operators cut through mobile TV hype
Extensive resources help with navigation through the new mobile TV landscape....
Communications Research Center Canada, Moseley Broadcast, Rohde and Schwarz join forces for ATSC DTV testing
The partners will build an SFN test bed in Ottawa. ...
Five-year journey from ATSC mobile TV prototype to adopted standard
Harris’ Jay Adrick shares some history and what’s next on the ATSC-M/H standards agenda ...
ATSC mobile TV standard arrives, consumer devices lag
Broadcasters are taking the mobile TV plunge, but with few ATSC mobile devices out there, viewers are sparse. ...
New Apple iMacs include edit-friendly LED displays
The LED-backlit displays with a 16:9 aspect ratio makes the new iMac models more accurate for video editing....
ATI unveils digital audio distribution system
Signal routing is provided via rear-panel accessible DIP switches....
ScheduALL Resource Management helps Virgin Media Television streamline production
ScheduALL’s business tools enable the facility to measure and monitor the use and productivity of its various resources....
Utah Scientific Dot.Box allows economical multichannel operation
Dot.Box targets broadcasters that have avoided mutlichannel deployments....
Network planning
IP networks are used throughout a broadcast facility, from offices to transmitters. This tutorial will describe how to plan for and design a simple IP network....
Media 100 supports Blackmagic Design video I/O cards
The new Media 100 Suite Version 1.1 is now available....
HD Cloud unveils HD Accelerate
The new video processing technology can transcode a two-hour movie in unlimited ...
Five Scripps Networks go live with Pilat Media’s IBMS
The move is part of Scripps’ five-year plan to transition to a file-based operation....
New HD Cloud video processing technology speeds large-scale transcoding tasks
The company plans to launch a dedicated service to large-scale video-on-demand providers and film studio libraries in the coming months....
Digital Rapids offers integrated content ID support for content owners on YouTube
The integration of YouTube Content ID support with Digital Rapids’ systems enables users to generate Content ID reference files....
Czech Television adds Quantel graphics look
The broadcaster has purchased two Genetic Engineering systems to support its shared storage workflow infrastructure....
Cobalt Digital develops new openGear-compatible signal processing gear
Each converter is equipped with robust feature sets, designed for the most challenging applications....
