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In the February 10, 2010 Issue:

Joint request seeks additional time to complete 2GHz BAS relocation
RTDNA publishes new ethical guidelines on social media, blogging
Latest 2GHz BAS update reveals relocation project nearly complete
Arabic-language satellite network streamlines news workflow
Bexel adds VariCam camcorders, P2 mobile edit stations, accessories

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Joint request seeks additional time to complete 2GHz BAS relocation

Sprint Nextel and three broadcast industry groups updated a request filed with the FCC in December for more time to complete the 2GHz BAS relocation project, saying that 14 of 42 DMAs originally thought to need an extension have finished the project.

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 E-News
RTDNA publishes new ethical guidelines on social media, blogging

The guidelines address image and reputation preservation in addition to the decision-making processes to be used in deciding what will work in individual newsrooms.

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Technical, economic issues make transition of TV transmission to DTS unlikely, says Weiss

While Merrill Weiss, a leading authority on distributed transmission system broadcasting, says such a move might be technically possible, many practical problems make the transition doubtful.

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Latest 2GHz BAS update reveals relocation project nearly complete

The latest Sprint Nextel update to the FCC on the 2GHz relocation project reveals the effort is nearing completion.

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Arabic-language satellite network streamlines news workflow

Springfield, VA-based Alhurra has improved the efficiency of its news workflow with deployment of Bitcentral’s Oasis and Précis systems.

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 ENG Products
Bexel adds VariCam camcorders, P2 mobile edit stations, accessories

Bexel has purchased from Panasonic more than 20 P2 HD VariCams, HPM200 P2 mobile edit stations, PCD35 E Series P2 readers and P2 memory cards.

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Camera Corps to unveil Mini Joystick Control at NAB Show

Developed for applications such as commentator-camera control, the Mini Joystick Control has the same tactile responsiveness as the company’s full-size controller.

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Marshall introduces new camera-top monitor

The V-LCD70XP-HDMI 7in monitor offers standard features including support for a wide variety of formats and markers.

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NBC to rely on Canon lenses, robotic cameras, Canobeam transceiver in Vancouver

Among the Canon equipment to be used is the new HJ14ex4.3B, a wide-angle portable HD zoom lens for 2/3in HD cameras.

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Dutch broadcaster turns to Digital Rapids for on-demand, Internet coverage of Vancouver Winter Games

NOS will supplement its TV coverage of the Vancouver Olympic Games with up to eight simultaneous live streams on the Web and extensive mobile content.

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