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In the August 6, 2009 Issue:

• FCC rounds out commissioner lineup with swearing in of Clyburn, Attwell Baker
• Broadcasters showcase DTV 'Triple Play' in Washington, D.C.
• Children's TV inquiry in; interactive kids' DTV ads out, says chairman
• Dates and events you need to know
• Grass Valley to introduce new MPEG-4 ViBE encoder, decoder

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 Top Story
FCC rounds out commissioner lineup with swearing in of Clyburn, Attwell Baker

With the swearing in of Mignon Clyburn and Meredith Attwell Baker, the FCC once again is at full strength.

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 Industry News
Broadcasters showcase DTV 'Triple Play' in Washington, D.C.

The broadcasters demonstrated how digital over-the-air broadcasting can be used to deliver HDTV, digital sub-channels and mobile DTV.

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Now that's an analog nightlight

A WNEY-TV broadcast engineer finds a unique method to keep in touch with his station’s old analog transmitter.

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 FCC Actions
Children's TV inquiry in; interactive kids' DTV ads out, says chairman

FCC chairman Julius Genachowski told a Senate committee July 22 that it’s time to re-examine protecting children in a digital era.

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Genachowski announces senior staff appointments

The new chairman of the FCC, Julius Genachowski has announced new key staff members for the Media, Enforcement and Wireline Competition.

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 Dateline
Dates and events you need to know

IBC returns to the RAI Centre in Amsterdam, with the conference running from Sept. 10 - 14, and the exhibition opening on Sept. 11 and closing on Sept. 15.

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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.

 RF Products and Reviews
Grass Valley to introduce new MPEG-4 ViBE encoder, decoder

The new ViBE EM3100 MPEG-4 4:2:2 encoder and ViBE iRD3100 MPEG-4 4:2:2 decoder are designed for fixed and mobile applications and are well suited for live broadcasts, such as sports.

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The Vitec Group expands presence in Asia

The Vitec Group’s RF Extreme has recruited Peter Bruce to take charge of the expansion into a regional sales headquarters in Singapore.

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Snell Morpheus delivers playout automation for Japan Satellite Television

At the heart of the automation system is Snell Morpheus broadcast automation technology.

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Digital Rapids to unveil MediaMesh media distribution system

MediaMesh enables content ranging from ad spots and syndicated shows to long-form programming and digital cinema features to be transferred.

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Artel releases three new chassis for DL4000 video transport platform

The new chassis lower price points, making Artel products affordable to more carriers.

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