BE_ENG TECHNOLOGY UPDATE_ Penton Media November 11, 2009 If you want to view this on the web go to: http://enews.penton.com/enews/broadcastengineering_/v/305 ---------------------------------------- ADVERTISEMENT (http://www.ikegami.co.jp/en/gf/) ---------------------------------------- TOP STORY --Meredith redesigns local station Web sites, adds iPhone support Meredith Local Media Group has relaunched its stations' Web sites and is making them available as an iPhone application. To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/news/meredith-redesigns-local-station-web-sites-adds-iphone-support-1110 ---------------------------------------- ADVERTISEMENT Fujinon is the leader in Broadcast Lenses. Visit http://Fujinon.com to research and view their industry leading technology that will ensure your images are kept at the highest quality possible. 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To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/news/closer-look-broadband-initiatives-program-reveals-opportunity-broadcasters-110609/ RTNDA to honor Steve Kroft with highest honor '60 Minutes' correspondent Steve Kroft will receive the 2010 Paul White Award during the association's convention April 12 in Las Vegas. To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/news/rtnda-honor-steve-kroft-highest-honor-1110 ---------------------------------------- ADVERTISEMENT 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 http://blog.broadcastengineering.com/brad. ---------------------------------------- ENG --Smart rendering plays important role in contributing news stories via IP networks Smart rendering prevents minimally powered laptops from being overburdened by demanding requirements of editing HD news and contributing stories via IP. To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/eng/smart-rendering-important-role-contributing-news-stories-via-ip-networks-1110 ---------------------------------------- ADVERTISEMENT Experience our community in the Broadcast Engineering Forum! The forum is a place for you, the reader, to discuss the issues that matter. Come join the discussion on the latest industry topics with other broadcast professionals, enthusiasts as well as Broadcast Engineering's own writers and editors. Sign up at http://community.broadcastengineering.com/forums. ---------------------------------------- BEYOND ENG --New Raycom Media NBC affiliate adds Snell Kahuna WMBF-TV is relying on the multiformat SD/HD production switcher to produce HD local news. To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/newsrooms/raycom-media-nbc-affiliate-snell-kahuna-110609/ ---------------------------------------- ADVERTISEMENT Broadcast Engineering's monthly Webcasts cover key technical and operational topics. Issues covered will include improving workflow, IT engineering, automation, compression, audio and other topics. These one-hour events are free to attendees and enable them to learn right from their desktops or home computers. 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To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/products/ross-video-softmetal-software-upgrade-1110 RF Central assists Buffalo Bills with in-stadium wireless camera system The video production unit of the NFL team is using a combination of an RF Central RFX-CMT-II transmitter and RMR-X6-II diversity receiver. To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/products/rf-central-buffalo-bills-in-stadium-wireless-camera-system-1110 Fujitsu releases IP-900 series The MPEG-4 AVC encoders and decoders offer low latency with best-in-class video and audio fidelity at low encoded data rates for HD and SD transport via IP networks. To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/products/fujitsu-releases-ip-900-series-1110 On Call Communications featured IP-based SNG at SATCON 2009 IP-based video encoders were integrated into the 96cm QuickSPOT satellite newsgathering system, a compact configuration designed for small vehicles and mobile operations. To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/products/on-call-comm-feat-ip-based-sng-110609/ ---------------------------------------- ADVERTISEMENT Modular File Storage for Real-Time Broadcast Media HD Workflows Streaming video and post-production in HD, 2K, and 4K resolutions; 3-D animation and visualization; cable and broadcast play out; video on- demand (VoD); IPTV; and near-line storage and media asset management are all driving the need for responsive storage that delivers exceptional performance, massive capacity, uncompromising reliability, and scalability. 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