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In the July 17, 2009 Issue:

Detroit stations transition to new 2GHz BAS channels
Managing change, part II
TV station revenue to shrink 17.3 percent in 2009, says BIA Advisory Services
AVS overcomes crowded Los Angeles spectrum for live marathon coverage
KCRG deploys file-based platform
KEYE-TV adds Matrox MXO2 Rack device to news trucks

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Detroit stations transition to new 2GHz BAS channels

The success of the 2GHz Broadcast Auxiliary Service transition in Detroit hinged on cooperation, coordination and training, says Jeffrey Liebman, manager of news operations for WDIV-TV.

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Managing change, part II

In the last blog post we discussed how a staff may react to the use of new technology. While management holds the ultimate authority, the implementation of any changes are carried out by the workers. Without the willing acceptance of those workers, the best technology in the world stands little chance of being successful.

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 Industry News
TV station revenue to shrink 17.3 percent in 2009, says BIA Advisory Services

The latest quarterly report from BIA projects total 2009 revenue of $16.6 billion for the TV industry.

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AVS overcomes crowded Los Angeles spectrum for live marathon coverage

To provide wireless camera feeds for KNBC4’s live broadcast of the marathon, AVS selected strategic frequencies in the 1.4GHz, 2.0GHz, 2.5GHz and 7.0GHz bands.

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KCRG deploys file-based platform

The new Grass Valley-based playback system is scheduled to be fully operational in September and ultimately will be transferred into a new HD facility that the Cedar Rapids, IA, station currently is designing.

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KEYE-TV adds Matrox MXO2 Rack device to news trucks

The I/O device is being used in the field to support the station’s file-based workflow and transition to HD.

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Dutch ENG rental company acquires Anton/Bauer batteries

United Broadcast Facilities has acquired Anton/Bauer HyTRON 140 and Dionic 160 batteries, which both offer the ability to handle the power consumption requirements of HD equipment.

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TVI adds to Kahuna collection for news, entertainment programming

The Snell Kahuna systems have allowed the Portuguese broadcaster to launch the TVI24 24-hour news channel.

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Chrosziel launches dish-end camera plate for Sony EX-3

The form-fit plate takes into account the screw sticking out the camera’s base.

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Streambox to unveil SBT-9300 HD/SD video transport at IBC2009

The SBT3-9300 can be operated in HD or SD mode, allowing users to capture, transmit and play live and file-based video.

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