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May 31
- Senate Looks to Rewrite Telecommunications Act
- Mitsubishi Touts Laser TV
- Nintendo's HD-less Wii to Sell for $250
- Searching for Tech Trends at NAB
- Pentagon Channel: Not Just for Military
- National Press Club Gets Digital Makeover
- LCD Shipments Show Explosive Growth
- NHK Simulates Ultra HD Satellite Signal
- Can You Spell H-D-T-V?
- China: Senior Official Promotes DTV for All Chinese
- Down Under: HD Continues to Confuse
- HD DVD Player Gets Mixed Review
- Cannes Gets HD DVD Disc With DTS Audio
- Affiliates, NAB Say No HD Downconversion
May 30
- CharterOak delivers new E700 microphone
- Harmonic promotes all-on-demand at ANGA Cable 2006
- DTS announces DTS-HD master and surround audio suites
- Wild West Media deploys Quantel's eQ
- Microsoft Studios selects OmniBus iTX automation
- Chyron debuts DynaCrawl
- RF Extreme transmitters help live “Makeover”
- NESN uses Telecast Viper to expand HD sports coverage
- Grass Valley unveils new AV Mixer
- NTC builds HD control room for Discovery Communications
- SKY taps Grass Valley for new broadcast facilities in New Zealand
- Google to compete with broadcasters for video spots
- Company seeks spectrum for free Internet service
- House Judiciary Committee approves Internet neutrality
- FCC launches fake TV news investigation
- Cablevision sued over DVR service
- Harris to acquire Aastra Digital Video
- Network affiliates win in EchoStar dispute
- New outlet allows TV stations to sell news to Web Sites
- Turner Broadcasting legend dies
- SUCCESS STORY: Canal 22
- SUCCESS STORY: KLCS TV
- SUCCESS STORY: Twin Cities Public Television
May 29
- Magenta Research releases Morph-It accessory cards
- SpotSwap inserts content across digital signage networks
- 360 Systems releases Image Server Maxx
- New Cliptrax feature in Kahuna switcher provides versatility for switcher operators
- New suite from Triveni includes LG Electronics technology
- Morris Performing Arts Center brings video to theater marquee
- qtags, Charter Digital Media create public interactive ads in New York
- Microsoft to run iTX from OmniBus Systems
- Peerless, Grupo Televisa form digital signage partnership for Mexico market
- DSU Calendar
May 26
- Duke University research center implements digital signage network
- Service measures in-store signage campaigns
May 25
- PanAmSat to deliver World Cup
- Sony receives HD OB vehicle orders from Swiss, Chinese broadcasters
- Telecast introduces Adder II BoothPak
- Broadcast Pix to introduce Slate 1000
- MRV debuts video transceivers that enable any fiber optic network to transport HD video
- Sachtler to offer special World Cup service
- The latest happenings from around the world of sports
- HD eye in the sky test proves to be successful
- HD lenses count tops 100 for 2006 FIFA World Cup
- BGAN transmission delivers video of Australian boy’s Everest attempt
- Harris to acquire Aastra Digital Video
- ABC, ESPN plan extensive multimedia coverage of Indy 500
- FOX SPEED Channel taps Volicon Observer for advertising monitoring
- Vizrt Sports opens in Geneva
- Leader HD/SD rasteriser takes London by storm
- Aspex integrates Accelera HD MPEG-2 encoder with Adobe Production Studio
- SBE to hold Ennes Regional Workshop in New York City
- DTV sales up more than 100 percent during Q1 2006
- Broadcast Pix to Expand Slate Line at InfoComm 2006
- GVExpo Issues Call or Papers
- ITN Chooses SSL C100 Console for Main News Studio
- Modulus Video Introduces ME2000 Series MPEG-4 AVC Encoding Platform
- NAB Education Foundation announces Service to America winners
- ATCi Integrates Uplink System for New Spanish-Language Channel
- ESA and Avanti Sign Contract for Highly Flexible Satellite
- Panther Opens U.S. Office
- CNET Editorial Urges Auctioning TV 'White Space'
- TBS Syncs With Sigma Electronics
- Sundance Vet Moves to Harris
- New Leader Tapped for BEA
- TC Electronic Processing Fuels American Idol
- Newseum Receives $52 Million in Gifts
- NBC News Offers Programming Through iTunes
- NESN Connects With Telecast Fiber Systems
- Art Allison Honored With ATSC Award
- AP Television Opens North Korean Bureau
- CDMA2000 Looking to Improve 3G Network Performance
- NCP Taps Utah Scientific for Routers
- Chinese DTV Conversion Progress Update
- Satellite Update
- Quantum Acquires Advanced Digital Information Corp.
- Jampro Receives Contract to Supply Antennas for Afghanistan Network
- Harris to Buy Aastra Digital Video
- Broadcasters Win EchoStar Suit
- Fujinon HD Lenses Deployed for FIFA World Cup
May 24
- Grids: The future is here
- Asian-American TV network uses Globecomm satellite distribution
- Linear Acoustic addresses AC-3 synchronization anomalies with LA-5448
- SCamp extends distance for fiber-equipped cameras
- Streambox, Inmarsat team to deliver video transport solution
- Helios software conversion platform merits recognition at NAB2006
- Controlware turns to open source to deliver two new network management modules
- Leightronix to showcase video servers at InfoComm in Orlando
- Omneon MediaGrid storage takes home Broadcast Engineering Pick Hit award
- Latin America-based broadcasters increasingly demand HD solutions
- SPEED Channel implements video monitoring for sponsored elements
- Miranda set to acquire VertigoXmedia broadcast division
- Aastra Digital Video now part of the Harris group
- World Cup: Fujinon HD Lenses Tapped for Mobile Units
- World Cup: U.K. HD Broadcasters, Retailers Anxiously Await Impact
- National Geographic HD Used as Lure
- Ad Wars: Selling HD on Analog Screens
- Spectrum to Market HD Indoor Mini-Antenna
- InfoComm Expands A/V reach
- Dish, DirecTV Continue Adding Local HD
- Experiencing TV Campaign Fatigue
- China: BOB Signs Olympics HD Deal With Avitech
- Rehr Looks Ahead; Honors Broadcast Vets
- The New Isn't Destroying the Old
- Analyst: Gamers May Recoil From PS3 Prices
- SED Panels Delayed, Not Forgotten
- New Media Impact Examined
- Toshiba Unveiling New DLP Models
May 23
- TV3 Enhances with Omneon and OmniBus
May 22
- TV One debuts new HD processor
- KPXJ broadcasts DTV signal with Dielectric antenna
- Fox's “Unanimous” chooses Auralex Acoustics' sound control products
- Fujinon intros new lenses for XDCAM HD camcorders
- New Bengali news channel upgrades its image with Vizrt
- Linear Acoustic offers new coding gear for AACPlus
- Broadcast technology suppliers show improved sales
- AOL buys video ad insertion company
- Only one in four teens can name broadcast networks
- Small digital camera throws the chairman
- Internet providers say infrastructure not ready for video revolution
- Sensenbrenner introduces Internet neutrality legislation
- Shop at Home Network goes out of business
- ABC's free online shows draw three million viewers in two weeks
- Platform migration causes watershed change in TV sponsorship
- NBC rolls the dice on new media
May 19
- MediaFLO USA leverages MobileMedia to deliver TV to mobile handsets
- Atlanta’s WXIA makes five-month switch to HD
- Thomson shows ATSC-compliant set-top reference design
- GlobeCast delivers Secure Content globally with Irdeto
- Platform migration shakes up annual TV ad market
- TV 2 Norway serves up content with Omneon
- French continue legislative debate over digital music copyright bill
- Extensis updates Portfolio 8
- Ascent Media Management Services buys Digital Vision image processing system
- Fox's Speed Channel monitors with Volicon Observer
- Wohler intros audio metadata monitor
- NBC looks beyond TV for a revival
- TiVo to add Web-based television programming to DVRs
- Warner Brothers to sell TV and films on the Internet
- IEEE Broadcast Technology Society Calls for Papers
- Senate Ups Fines for TV Smut
- Senate Telecom Draft Opens to Mixed Reviews
- Communications Supply Corporation Acquires Liberty Wire & Cable Inc.
- TV Azteca Selects Vizrt for Graphics Upgrade
- David Potter Joins National TeleConsultants
- CBS' The Late Late Show Goes Digital With Solid State Logic
- NAB CEO Rehr to Speak at Michigan Retreat
- SBP Selects Snell & Wilcox's Kahuna
- Scopus to Introduce IVG-7500 Intelligent Video Splicer at SCTE Cable-Tech
- Controlware and Dimetis Team Up
- BCI Introduces Two New Video Transport Products at InfoComm
- Weigel Upgrades With Pro-Bel Technology
- Sennheiser Engineer Improving in Las Vegas Hospital
- Wexler Invests in Sony XDCAM HD
May 18
- OmniBus Appoints James Howard and Byars Cole to Sales Management Positions
- NVerzion Announces Design/Systems Integration Project Manager
- Telecast Launches Cobra-D Interface
- New Zealand's Juice TV Automates With NVERZION’s NControl
- Correction to Article from Last Week's RF Report
- Satellite Update
- New VLF Technology Provides Communication With Miners
- Tandberg Television Providing MPEG-4 Encoders to USDTV
- DTV Station Status
- Cell Tower RF Blamed for Brain Tumors
- Micronas Dual-Tuner Design for Notebook PCs Provides Diversity Reception
- QUALCOMM and BSkyB Planning MediaFLO Tests in U.K.
- Uruguay, Brazil Choosing DTV Standards
May 17
- Network takes real-time drama to new space
- JVC unveils HDV encoder, decoder
- Sony introduces latest version SONAPS news production system
- Chertoff promises reporters improved communications during emergencies
- Avocent enhances KVM switching solutions for Avid systems
- WKMG implements first phase of HD news transition
- KRON move to file-based workflow, VJs ushers in cultural, organizational changes
- Autoscript launches voice-activated teleprompting technology
- ABC News blog posting reports government phone snooping
- Vizrt, Microsoft agree to create broadcast graphics visualization
- “Good Morning America” HD broadcast relies on HD100U cameras
- Footnote in FCC MO&O raises objection from SBE
- U.K.: BBC World Cup Plans via DBS a Royal Mess
- Sony Readies Launch of Blu-ray Laptop
- Nintendo Says No HD for 'Wii'
- Schubin: 'Resolution Numbers are Approaching Meaninglessness'
- HD DVD Not Yet Applicable to Xbox Games
- Matsushita, Sony Propose Consumer HD Cam Format
- HD Ramp Up Accelerates for Hotel Operators
- Xbox vs. PS3 Provide Clear Format, Price Choices
- Internet HD? Don't Hold Your Breath
- Down Under: Quinto Redback Lowers Price on Converters
May 16
- Ensemble Design unveils BrightEye 75
- DK-Technologies unveils PT8612 HD-SD Test Signal Generator
- Canon rolls out HDgc lens line
- JVC unveils GY-HD200U ProHD camcorder
- Red One elevates HD acquisition
- The vonage of video: HD via IP is quickly coming of age
- Home networking over coax to experience strong growth
- DTV sales strong in first quarter
- PostWorks expands DI business, adds Spirit 2K DataCine
- Red Wagon Media turns to HVX200 for ‘Broadway Across America’ spots
- DisplaySearch announce HDTV Conference agenda
- Reality golf event to be shot in HD
- High Def Expo to feature ESPN’s Bryan Burns
- BBC to launch free-to-air HD trial
- Panasonic, Sony jointly develop HD digital video camera recorder format
May 15
- Rhozet, Crispin join forces for transcoding
- Solid State Logic intros C300 master studio console
- USDTV to use TANDBERG compression gear
- Weigel upgrades with Pro-Bel routing and sync technology
- STAR manages content with Masstech MassStore systems
- Neutrik shows OpticalCon audio connectivity
- WXIA-TV installs HD routing from Utah Scientific
- M. Klemme Technology debuts Zeppelin windscreen
- Leitch offers HD/SD serial digital legalizer
- Panasonic, Sony to develop new consumer HD format
- MediaFLO USA selects Thomson transmitters for mobile video service
- Stations stream syndicated show; Sony approves
- MTV to begin twin distribution models
- Sharp to include Internet reception in new TV sets
- TiVo to add Web-based television programming to DVRs
- Affiliates join ABC's free online streaming; Network declines revenue split on iTunes
- Cable eyes spectrum as telco threat looms
- SGI files for bankruptcy
May 12
- Chief offers upgraded custom and universal projector mounts
- Nero supports Polar Frog Digital’s on-demand DVD kiosks
- 360 Systems debuts three-playback channel video server
- Rorke Data collaborates with Fujitsu and Myricom for video storage
- Matrox releases new widescreen display driver
- USDTV shows plug-and-play MPEG-4 AVC transcoder at NAB2006
- GSD launches 32in and 46in color TFTs
- Leightronix to showcase AV servers at InfoComm in Orlando
- University of Arkansas to roll out new track and field display system
- VertigoXmedia sells broadcast division to Miranda but spins off signage business
- Four companies enter digital signage alliance
- Indoor Media TV deploys 40-store network for Ramstore
- Broadcast Pix unveils SLATE 100 production switcher
- Megahertz completes SIS facility
- EVS equipment to be used extensively for World Cup coverage
- Pixel Power, Red Bee automate graphics at ESPN Classic
- CBS Sports puts Chyron 3-D DVE option for HyperX to the test
- CBS Sports relies on Utah Scientific control, routing in HD coordination room
- New Zeppelin windscreen designed for maximum wind protection
- BTi Attendant Solutions to automate sports scores, tickers for SNY
- The latest happenings from around the world of sports
- Grass Valley builds OB unit for Euroscena
- Airship lifts digital signage to the skies
- NMT debuts HD-11 teleproduction expando
- NEP rolls out new multiformat teleproduction truck
- SwingVision, CBS recognized for outstanding technical achievement
- NBA Playoffs, Finals available from iTunes Music Store
- Volicon Teams With Front Porch Digital
- BTi's Attendant Solutions Automates On-Air Data Delivery for SNY
- Harshman Appointed New President/CEO of Harmonic
- Modulus Video's ME6000 Certified for Microsoft TV
- AccuWeather Acquires WeatherData
- Toronto's FrameBender Puts Panasonic HVX200 to Test
- Crispin, Rhozet Partner on Automation
- Harris' IconMaster System Takes off Globally
- SGI Files Chapter 11
- WB to Distribute Content via BitTorrent
- Qualcomm's MediaFLO Taps Thomson for Transmitters
- KGEB-TV Upgrades With BroadView Software
May 11
- Weigel Upgrades with Pro-Bel Routing and Sync Technology
- Intelsat Introduces Ampiage Content Delivery and Management System
- Updated Nordahl Technology Report
- FOX SPEED Channel Taps Volicon Observer for Ad Monitoring
- BBC examines Panasonic's tapeless and HD systems for new project
May 10
- Front Porch Digital expands complete broadcast archive infrastructure solution with Sun Microsystems
- OmniBus iTX implements master control and playout chain functionality in a single software application
- Lifetime Entertainment Services' new facility converges broadcast and IT
- Omneon MediaGrid delivers enterprise-level active storage
- Atlanta's WXIA-TV goes HD with Utah Scientific
- Broadcast Pix brings new clip import software to NAB2006
- Snell & Wilcox Hyperion brings human intelligence to content quality monitoring and control
- CBS Sports’ Doug Towey and graphic designer Micha Riss to present at the C4-Sports Technology Conference
- Mobile DTV Alliance more than doubles in size
- NAB president and CEO outlines plans for the NAB's future
- The need for speed
- FCC Acts on SHVERA Digital Signal Testing Waiver Requests
- Sony to Hold Back Blu-Ray Titles
- Alabama Public TV Taps Hitachi Handheld for Studios
- U.K.: Sky Goes MPEG-4 HD on May 22
- U.K.: BBC launches U.K.'s Free Terrestrial HD Testing
- HD Tips & Techniques: Monitoring 5.1 Surround Sound
- Survey: Tepid Interest Seen in Next-Gen DVD
- Satellite Update
- FCC Releases Tentative DTV Channel Designations for Second-Round
- World Cup Soccer Goes HD
- HD Movie Accepted at Dallas Video Festival
- ATSC Does Interactive TV Demonstration Project
- Signasys Receives Experimental License for 2 GHz Digital ENG Courses
- CEA: DTV Q1 Sales Surpass 100 Percent Year-to-Year
- DirecTV Continues Local HD Penetration
- Cell phone Base Station Signals Used to Measure Rainfall Patterns in Israel
- China: SMIC to Mass-Produce LCoS Chips
- Arecont Vision Introduces 360 Degree HD 'Surround Video'
- Cable Touts Diverse Offerings
- Erratum
- Proposed Rules for DTV Signal Strength Tests Build on Analog Test Procedures
- Thomson Opens Innovation Center
May 8
- Wexler to purchase Sony XDCAM HD camcorders and Canon lenses
- Broadcasters continue to rely on Autodesk graphics solutions
- Kanal 75 uses Bluefish444 cards for graphics
- Raycom increases commitment to Panasonic P2
- NVISION NV8288 router a hit at NAB
- Gepco offers G37 series 12-channel connectors
- Canon unveils HDgc lenses for general use
- BTi technology automates on-screen display for SportsNet New York
- Litepanels intros new Ringlite mini LED lighting system
- London's StormHD selects Leader SD/HD rasteriser
- Battison receives SBE Lifetime Achievement Award
- AccuWeather to launch interactive weather channel
- Harmonic names new president/CEO
- Pixel Power and Red Bee Media supply automated graphics at ESPN Classic
- Sky Sports football and cricket broadcast live to mobile phones in the United Kingdom
- Warner Bros. television to produce cable programming
- Telecom bill introduced in Senate
- Microsoft beefs up video programming on MSN
- CBS launches ad-supported broadband channel
- Hiwire to test mobile DVB-H television in Las Vegas
May 5
- Norway TV station eliminates monitor wall for news, sports channels
- Ascent builds award-winning Bay News 9 facility
- AIC/Xtore builds Extreme Storage SANs on Wasabi platform
- Ensemble Design supplies embedders and frame synchronizers to Media Win
- DaletPlus OnAir plugin highlights new OpenMedia suite
- Paramount uses SOPHOI for TV sales distribution
- FremantleMedia deploys Artesia DAM
- Axcera introduces mobile media base station and modulation system
- Maximum Throughput combines Sledgehammer and Sony HDCAM-SR VTR
- Link Research introduces new version of wireless camera system
- Telecast Fiber Systems adds digital transmission to Cobra camera interface
- VSG selects multiple Leitch products
- Warner Bros. Television to produce cable programming
- Front Porch Digital and Grass Valley team for newsroom archives
- Avid Technology brings flexibility, versatility with Media Composer series
- North Plains unveils TeleScope Video Studio for asset management
- Wireless services acquires Mobile Media
- Sun Microsystems embraces multiformat content delivery
- WHYY creates on-demand service bureau for PBS stations
- TBS implements IP content distribution for new Latin America facility
- Laird unveils signal converter/video scalers
- NBC automates management of global satellite operations
- DiskStream intros video archiving solution
- Utah Scientific releases MC-400 HD/SD channel branding system
- Miranda provides master control monitoring and branding for NAB-HD
- Postmap tracks media on storage systems
- SAVVIS contracted to archive media at CBS
- Equilibrium receives media automation patent
- Shotoku Broadcast Systems Moves U.S. Office
- Atlanta's WXIA-TV Goes HD With Utah Scientific
- ScheduALL Appoints New Director of Global Sales
- Dielectric Reaches New Heights
- Snell & Wilcox Collaborates With HP in Media Asset Workflow
- New Mexico PBS Stations Automate With Sundance Titan
- ESPN, ABC Take Home 13 Sports Emmys
- Sinclair Begins Multicasts
- GMS Demos Unmanned Aerial HD Capture
- Rainbow Taps Scientific Atlanta PowerVu for Digital Migration
- WTOG-TV Logs On-Air Content With Volicon's Observer
- Pro-Bel Reveals IPO Plans
- CBS Launches Broadband Channel
- Hitachi Delivers HDTV Cameras to Alabama Public TV
May 4
- CMP Entertainment Media Group Announces NAB2006 Best of Show Awards
- Prime Image Partners With Digital Design Group
- Harris Introduces Cool Play 1670
- Crispin Offers Turnkey Package With Grass Valley
May 3
- RTNDA members select new chair, board members
- WDAY, WDAZ go tapeless
- KARE 11 launches HD news
- Snell & Wilcox introduce Helios software conversion platform
- Raycom Media turns to Précis News Production System for seven stations
- SBE counters wireless association comments on proposed changes to ULS
- News 12 Networks commits to Sony XDCAM HD for ENG
- Agiosat rolls out BGAN SNG solution
- Avid unveils Avid iNEWS Command broadcast playout automation system
- Traffic.com launches Jam Cast
- Raycom Media to begin second phase of P2 conversion for news
- Thomson adds REV PRO drive as standard feature on edit packages
- Germany: Cisco supplies DT With IP Set-Top
- Producer's Blog #5: Capturing Waco Mammoths in HD
- SAT Corp. Provides Satellite Monitoring for SES Astra
- Satellite Update
- MSTV Offers FCC and Qualcomm Interference Software
- NAB2006: ESPN to Focus on Fujinon HD Zoom
- NAB2006: Ultra HD a Wonder to Watch, Awkward to Produce
- 'RF Delusions' NAB Presentation Now on Web
- Astra Satellite Launches from Cape Canaveral
- KARE 11 is First HD News in Minnesota
- FCC Announces Filing Window for LPTV and Translator Digital Channels
- FCC Provides New Options for 2495-2690 MHz Licensees
- Canada: Key Digital Debuts HD Distribution Amp
- MSTV Presses for Recall of 'Trucker TV' Coordination Notices
- Vitec Group Fined for Displaying Unapproved Transmitter
- NAB2006: USDTV Unveils Next-Gen MPEG-4 AVC Box
- NAB2006: Thomson Provides HD-to-Laptop via USB
- NAB2006: ShibaSoku Debuts HD Flat-Panel Tester
- Asia: CMO to Ship 'QFHD' Panels
- DTV Station Status
May 2
- Wexler Video acquires new Sony XDCAM HD camcorders, Canon lenses
- TV One unveils C2-7300 HD video processor with extensive audio support
- Holophone launches H3-D microphone
- Snell & Wilcox unveils 3-D DVEs, new control surfaces for Kahuna switcher
- Panasonic settles on JPEG2000 for forthcoming 2K film-to-data processor
- HD-DVD takes early lead, but Playstation 3 could give Blu-ray an advantage
- Consumers show strong support for flat panel television
- HD is ‘moving into high gear’ says industry veteran
- Dolphin Stadium to rely on HDK-725P cameras for new HD LED display
- WRAL-TV launches HD weather
- HDNet to provide HD coverage of remaining Space Shuttle launches, landings
- PanAmSat to provide HD, SD World Cup satellite backhaul
- Ultra HD draws crowds, interest at NAB2006
- Spratling declares NAB-HD a success
May 1
- New image converter from Miranda
- Chyron intros Lyric Pro at NAB
- Coding Technologies and DTS debut 5.1 audio solution for HD broadcasting
- Avitech debuts new multiviewer features
- Panasonic shows new AJ-HDX900 HD camcorder
- Telescript showcases wireless LCD teleprompter at NAB
- Telestream intros GraphicsFactory for automated workflows
- Snell & Wilcox shows intelligent monitoring
- Harris debuts new server and conversion products at NAB
- Quantel launches Newsbox HD at NAB
- RealNetworks gets new patent
- Hearst-Argyle buys Harmonic for multicasting
- More stations join PBS/Sony HD production program
- Real-world tests detail reliable E-VSB performance
- FCC split on digital must-carry
- Miranda to acquire VeritgoXmedia
- Rehr: Broadcasters must take the offensive
- Mobile video is on the way
- NAB2006: Beyond convergence
- Reader Feedback
- BROADCAST & IT converge at Lifetime
- Audio for video
- Emergency preparedness
- New satellite uplink trends
- Metadata: Are you keeping up?
- New Products
- Boom's digital satellite facility in Romania
- Feast your eyeballs
- NEW TECHNOLOGIES changing NLEs
- The realities of NAB
- BroadcastAsia2006 PREVIEW
- HD ENG: Is it ready?
- HD for SPORTS
- White-space proposal has new life
- ITV shrouded in the mist
- Fibre Channel and its use with Ethernet
- Digitizing audio
- Content protection
- Master control automation
- HDTV optics and the many roads to HD newsgathering