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Mar. 19, 2013

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Emergence of carrier WiFi affecting 4G spectrum prices

The explosive growth in mobile device video consumption is affecting the course of 4G/LTE deployments and the spectrum auctions preceding them....More
Mar. 8, 2013

Article

White space data for operating unlicensed devices now available

A new series of “white-space” databases to guide unlicensed radio users to open television frequencies is now operating nationwide....More
Mar. 7, 2013

Article

Jampro Antennas to highlight broadband offerings at CABSAT 2013

Among the antennas will be the company’s Broadband Batwing IV/V 470MHz–860MHz antenna, a radome-enclosed unit that can be either top- or side-mounted on a tower....More
Mar. 1, 2013

Article

Broadcasting game changers? World changers! 2

The near future promises significant changes in the way we live and work that likely won’t be on display at this year’s NAB....More
Feb. 22, 2013

Article

Distributed transmission emerging as the future of DTV broadcasting

Such systems, also known as single frequency networks (SFNs), are most successful when using a modulation scheme (OFDM) that is only approved by the FCC for specific applications....More
Jan. 25, 2013

Article

NAB and wireless carriers join for “band plan” to reorganize broadcast spectrum after auction

The NAB and key wireless carriers, including AT&T, Verizon Wireless, T-Mobile, Intel and Qualcomm, have agreed on several core principles for reorganizing TV and wireless operations in the 600MHz band after the spectrum auctions....More
Jan. 11, 2013

Article

Looking to boost public Wi-Fi, FCC will reclaim more spectrum

The goal is to improve Wi-Fi service speed and the delivery of HD video....More
Jan. 3, 2013

Commentary

Avoiding the Digital Cliff is Harder

In the days of analog TV, reception was accomplished in varying degrees, depending upon where you lived. Now, it's all or nothing....More
Dec. 14, 2012

Article

Will LPTV survive after spectrum auctions? 2

Once repacking is complete, there might not be much room left in the spectrum for LPTV and translator stations....More
Nov. 30, 2012

Article

EU wants to trade white spaces with mobile TV and rural broadband stimulation

The European Union (EU) is preparing to start a market for trading the gaps in radio spectrum called white spaces to meet its targets for rural broadband coverage and stimulate mobile services including TV. This will follow the conclusion at the end of 2012 of its COGEU project....More
Oct. 3, 2012

Article

Jampro focuses on customizable solutions at IBC2012

Among the systems demonstrated were the JAT-U UHF super turnstile and JUHD Broadband UHF panel antennas....More
Oct. 3, 2012

Article

Minnesota station restores service quickly following tower collapse 1

A wind storm that collapsed KSMQ-TV’s tower Sept. 5 kept the station off air for less than a day when a temporary STL restored a link with its transmission tower....More
Sep. 12, 2012

Article

FCC sets date for first vote on broadcast incentive auction rules

The commission will make a series of recommendations on how the auctions will be conducted, how broadcasters will be paid, how the spectrum will be delivered to wireless companies and for the repacking of broadcast spectrum....More
Sep. 6, 2012

Article

Jampro Antennas meets digital deadline for Jamaica's CVM TV

Jampro Antennas has announced the award and very quick delivery of a television antenna system to Jamaica's CVM TV, for its Marley Hill site. CVM TV, on-air since early 1993, enjoys a 49-percent market share and broadcasts a full 24 hours per day of news, sports and entertainment programming....More
Aug. 8, 2012

Article

FCC modifies rules governing wireless microwave backhaul

The actions aim to hasten deployment of 4G broadband networks, grow jobs, improve the economy and deliver broadband to rural America....More
Jul. 25, 2012

blog

Vislink to feature MSAT antenna, micro HD camera

Vislink will make the European debut of its Advent Mantis “MSAT” Man portable data terminal and introduce a new HD micro camera from Gigawave at IBC2012. MSAT is a highly portable tri-band satellite antenna system specifically designed for ease of use and rapid deployment. At only 27.5lbs, the Advent MSAT can be carried by one person. The system’s fully integrated design allows setup in minutes from arrival to satellite acquisition, making it well suited for rapid-deployment field applications....More
Apr. 22, 2012

Article

Broadcast Engineering

Television spectrum repacking

One of the most significant impacts on U.S. television broadcasters by the National Broadband Plan (NBP) will be the repacking of the UHF television spectrum. There are still many details to be settled, but one can assume that many television broadcasters will be forced to relocate to another channel even though they are not participating in the reverse spectrum auction process....More
Mar. 14, 2012

article

Broadcast Engineering

Jampro to unveil new ProStar UHF slot antenna, mask filter at 2012 NAB Show

The JA/MS-BB, part of the ProStar product line, provides a single, compact solution that conserves tower space and minimizes wind loading....More
Feb. 14, 2012

article

Broadcast Engineering

First FCC-approved ‘white spaces device’ is out there

The Agility White Space Radio by KTS Wireless now in field tests....More
Oct. 19, 2011

article

Broadcast Engineering

Turkmenistan TV tower opens

The six-channel digital operation includes studios, master control and transmission facility, built in record time by Turkish construction company Polimeks, with systems integration by subsidiary Policom....More
Sep. 15, 2011

article

Broadcast Engineering

Jampro to buy ADC Broadcast’s worldwide RF assets

Jampro is the oldest antenna and RF equipment company in North America and ADC Broadcast is well established in the UK, Middle East and Africa...More
Jun. 2, 2011

article

Broadcast Engineering

Jampro Antennas to showcase RCEC Mast Filter at Broadcast Asia

Jampro’s new 8in RCEC Mask Filter is designed to provide superior mask filter performance at an affordable price and an output power of 5kw....More
Apr. 28, 2011

article

Broadcast Engineering

Jampro develops compact UHF mask filter/combiner

The four-port directional filter/combining unit can be used either as a mask filter or as a constant impedance-combining module for high-power UHF broadcasting....More

Emergence of carrier WiFi affecting 4G spectrum prices

White space data for operating unlicensed devices now available

Jampro Antennas to highlight broadband offerings at CABSAT 2013

Broadcasting game changers? World changers! 2

Distributed transmission emerging as the future of DTV broadcasting

NAB and wireless carriers join for “band plan” to reorganize broadcast spectrum after auction

Looking to boost public Wi-Fi, FCC will reclaim more spectrum

Avoiding the Digital Cliff is Harder

Will LPTV survive after spectrum auctions? 2

EU wants to trade white spaces with mobile TV and rural broadband stimulation

Jampro focuses on customizable solutions at IBC2012

Minnesota station restores service quickly following tower collapse 1

FCC sets date for first vote on broadcast incentive auction rules

Jampro Antennas meets digital deadline for Jamaica's CVM TV

FCC modifies rules governing wireless microwave backhaul

Vislink to feature MSAT antenna, micro HD camera

Television spectrum repacking

Jampro to unveil new ProStar UHF slot antenna, mask filter at 2012 NAB Show

First FCC-approved ‘white spaces device’ is out there

Turkmenistan TV tower opens

Jampro to buy ADC Broadcast’s worldwide RF assets

Jampro Antennas to showcase RCEC Mast Filter at Broadcast Asia

Jampro develops compact UHF mask filter/combiner

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