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In the January 13, 2010 Issue:

FCC chairman requests more time to develop National Broadband Plan
TV industry revenue drops 22.4 percent for 2009, BIA/Kelsey estimates
NBC Olympics to power ENG crews with Anton/Bauer batteries
CNN Chile deploys DIVArchive, DIVAdirector to manage, move content through news workflow
Vislink wireless camera systems capture Boston’s Winter Classic hockey game

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FCC chairman requests more time to develop National Broadband Plan

In letters to four powerful lawmakers, Julius Genachowski requested an extension of the deadline for the plan until mid-March.

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TV industry revenue drops 22.4 percent for 2009, BIA/Kelsey estimates

According to the latest report from the financial advisory service, revenue will hover in the mid-$10 billion level through 2013.

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Lange to lead SMPTE as new executive director

Barbara Lange previously served as staff director of product management and business development for the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers.

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NBC Olympics to power ENG crews with Anton/Bauer batteries

Anton/Bauer has used its relationship with NBC’s Olympics division as an opportunity to debut advanced ENG power solutions.

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CNN Chile deploys DIVArchive, DIVAdirector to manage, move content through news workflow

DIVArchive has enabled CNN Chile to devise a unified system of best-of-breed solutions and optimize the management of its video content.

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Wichita station installs Riedel digital matrix intercom

At the heart of the KWCH installation is a Riedel Artist 128 digital matrix intercom.

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Vislink wireless camera systems capture Boston’s Winter Classic hockey game

A hockey rink was set up on top of the diamond at the historic baseball stadium for a game between the Boston Bruins and the Philadelphia Flyers.

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Sony unveils HXR-NX5U solid-state AVCHD-recording camcorder

The HXR-NX5U, which can record AVCHD up to 24Mb/s, features Sony’s Exmor CMOS sensor with ClearVid array.

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The Studio at B&H adds Polecam

The company, which gives professionals the chance to evaluate equipment up close, has added Polecam’s complete line of video production systems.

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Miranda to highlight ALC solution at London expo

The company will showcase its Automatic Loudness Control range of solutions at the Broadcast Video Expo, Feb. 16-18.

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Sennheiser to open facility to support broadcasters at Winter Olympics

The temporary facility will be open Feb. 6-14 in Vancouver to assist broadcasters with equipment and RF coordination needs.

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