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In the June 28, 2009 Issue:

Senate expected to confirm Genachowski as new FCC chairman
InfoComm 2009 shows robust participation
Shure integrates U.S., international Americas business units
Metric Halo gear used with new XYtri surround mic technique
AKG introduces DMM 4/2/2 digital automatic mic mixer at InfoComm

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 Top Story
Senate expected to confirm Genachowski as new FCC chairman

The upcoming committee hearing exposes views on broadband and mobile policies and puts nominees on the fast track to confirmation.

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NTP audio routers provides a highly stable routing infrastructure for radio and TV broadcasters demanding perfection and quality. From small single frame to large-scale enterprise wide audio networks.

Network-oriented system management, control and signal processing with database-driven online configuration and powerful audio interfaces.

NEWS: RCCore ver. 3 is now released.

 News
InfoComm 2009 shows robust participation

Despite attendance being down from 2008, the trade group achieved one of the biggest AV shows ever on the East Coast.

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Utilizing Smooth Streaming

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 Business Announcements
Shure integrates U.S., international Americas business units

The new organization aims to streamline operations while expanding customer support.

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White paper: IP Networks for Broadcaster Applications

Intended for broadcast engineers interested in understanding how Internet Protocol (IP) Networks can be used as a transport layer for next generation broadcaster networks, this paper describes how IP and MPLS technologies have the capability to deliver highly available point-to-point and point-to-multipoint services to meet today's broadcaster video requirements. With the inherent capabilities of modern IP routers and high-speed optical and Ethernet transport, broadcasting organizations can take advantage of the substantial OPEX and CAPEX savings of IP networks. With no need to statically provision circuits and bandwidth, much more efficient utilization of networks and resources can be achieved, while ensuring the bandwidth and Quality of Service to support even the most demanding applications. Read this white paper now.

 Technology and Applications
Metric Halo gear used with new XYtri surround mic technique

Andrew Levine of Germany’s Blumlein Records swears by Metric Halo I/O and interfaces for precision capture of location surround.

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Transmitting straight from the editor’s desk

In his new blog, Broadcast Engineering Editorial Director Brad Dick posts his rants, raves and reviews of what’s happening in the industry. To read his latest post, visit blog.broadcastengineering.com/brad.

 Audio Products
AKG introduces DMM 4/2/2 digital automatic mic mixer at InfoComm

The n DMM 4/2/2 automixer boasts a new mixing algorithm, noise-sensitive threshold and flexible input options.

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Lectrosonics announces Aspen audio processing line

The Aspen Series features TCP/IP control over Ethernet.

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Polycom announces entry-level telepresence solution

The new Polycom HDX 6000 is designed to deliver full interactive performance at a low price point.

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Sennheiser enhances MKH 8000 mic series for broadcast

The new MZF 8000 filter option improves handling and wind noise for field production with MKH 8000 Series condenser mics.

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Neutrik unveils XX-HD Series XLR cable connector

Equipped with a hybrid metal/rubber design, the new XX-HD Series is both dust and water protected.

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Powersoft introduces D-Cell504 power amplifier module

The Powersoft modules are being offered for powered loudspeaker applications.

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