BE_SPORTS TECHNOLOGY UPDATE_ Penton Media June 26, 2009 If you want to view this on the web go to: http://enews.penton.com/enews/broadcastengineering_/v/172 ---------------------------------------- ADVERTISEMENT (http://broadcastengineering.com/webinar/web/) ---------------------------------------- TOP STORY --Actioncam HD system takes flight for sports production The Tulsa, OK, company is focused on changing the economics and logistics of aerial camera systems. To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/hdtv/actioncam-system-flight-sports-production-0626 ---------------------------------------- ADVERTISEMENT Image Video provides innovative tally and monitoring solutions to the broadcast industry. New products include our VxV-4HD Quad-split with cascade input for systems with up to 16 inputs, and the TXI series of GPI I/O frames. 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To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/hdtv/espn-provides-holophone-surround-sound-nba-playoffs-0626 ---------------------------------------- ADVERTISEMENT White paper: IP Networks for Broadcaster Applications Intended for broadcast engineers interested in understanding how Internet Protocol (IP) Networks can be used as a transport layer for next generation broadcaster networks, this paper describes how IP and MPLS technologies have the capability to deliver highly available point-to-point and point-to-multipoint services to meet today's broadcaster video requirements. With the inherent capabilities of modern IP routers and high-speed optical and Ethernet transport, broadcasting organizations can take advantage of the substantial OPEX and CAPEX savings of IP networks. 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To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/products/espn-ea-sports-virtual-graphics-nba-finals-coverage-0626 ---------------------------------------- ADVERTISEMENT White Paper: Archiving in the Entertainment and Professional Media Market The amount of digital content created by media & entertainment customers is growing at an alarming rate and archiving is becoming a critical factor to many media companies success. This report explores the current trends and drivers for digital archiving in the entertainment and professional media markets. Read this whitepaper now. http://broadcastengineering.com/white_papers/quantum/ ---------------------------------------- SPORTS PRODUCTS --Maple Leafs Sports and Entertainment stores content with DataDirect Networks The company has created a central media repository based on a massive file storage system. To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/products/maple-leafs-sports-entertainment-content-datadirect-networks-0626 Asia's World Sport Group streams sports with Digital Rapids World Sport Group holds the digital rights for the continent's leading club and national team football competitions. To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/infrastructure/asia-world-sport-group-digital-rapids-0626 MLB Network manages ad operations with Broadway Systems platform Because MLB Network is a new network, there were no legacy system issues, so implementation was fast and easy. To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/products/mlb-network-ad-operations-broadway-systems-platform-0626 NYRA adds RF Central mobile receiver The system allows the safety crews inside a track-side ambulance to watch the horses during each race, giving them a picture of what's taking place on the track. To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/products/nyra-rf-central-mobile-receiver-0624/ Alfacam installs TSL Audio monitors for 2009 FIFA Confederations Cup TSL's PAM1-3G8 monitors were installed at four crucial control positions within Alfacam's system. To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/audio/alfacam-tsl-audio-monitors-fifa-confederations-cup-0626 ---------------------------------------- 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. ---------------------------------------- MORE SPORTS PRODUCTS --Panasonic announces price, availability of new 16-input live switcher The AV-HS450 HD/SD live switcher offers 16 SD/HD-SDI standard inputs with a built-in, dual-screen multiviewer, multiple keyers and four aux busses. To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/newsrooms/panasonic-annoucnes-price-0618/ Mansion Mobile Television chooses Genelec DSP systems for new HD truck The company has unveiled a new HD mobile unit with full surround-sound reference audio capability. To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/products/mansion-mobile-television-genelec-dsp-truck-0622/ Element Technica introduces V-DOCK accessory mounting system The new V-DOCK provides an easy way to attach camera accessories. To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/hdtv/element-technica-vdock-accessory-mounting-system-0626 Lectrosonics announces Aspen audio processing line The Aspen Series features TCP/IP control over Ethernet. To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/products/lectrosonics-announces-aspen-audio-processing-line-0622/ BYU productions shine with new Hitachi HD cameras BYU-Hawaii and its sister colleges BYU (in Utah) and BYU-Idaho all produce their own programming for the BYU TV network. To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/products/byu-productions-hitachi-cameras-0615/ ---------------------------------------- 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. 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