BE_SPORTS TECHNOLOGY UPDATE_ Penton Media August 14, 2009 If you want to view this on the web go to: http://enews.penton.com/enews/broadcastengineering_/v/218 ---------------------------------------- ADVERTISEMENT (http://broadcastengineering.com/webcast/best/) ---------------------------------------- TOP STORY --Tennis Channel solves archiving problem The network archives about 100TB per week and has done so since January 2008. To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/news/tennis-channel-solves-archiving-problem-0812 ---------------------------------------- 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. A comprehensive range of tally controllers are available ranging from basic GPI routing and control to complete multi-control room total facility tally control. 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To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/news/tiny-digital-cameras-information-technologies-sports-production-0812 Techno-Jib Rentals opens Southern California location The rental house is offering the full line of Techno-Jib telescoping jib arms and related equipment. To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/eng/techno-jib-rentals-0722 ---------------------------------------- ADVERTISEMENT Utilizing Smooth Streaming Smooth Streaming, Microsoft's new adaptive streaming technology, is an exciting advancement that brings us closer to Web-based television-like delivery of HD media content. This white paper will introduce you to Smooth Streaming and explains how you can apply the technology in real-world VOD and live event broadcasting applications. Read Now. http://broadcastengineering.com/white_papers/smooth-streaming-viewcast/index.html ---------------------------------------- TELEPRODUCTION --MLB connects ballpark crews with Riedel intercom systems By the start of the 2010 season, all 30 ballparks with use Riedel systems to enable crews to communicate remotely. To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/news/mlb-connects-ballpark-crews-riedel-intercom-system-0812 ---------------------------------------- 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. ---------------------------------------- SPORTS PRODUCTS --NASCAR Media Group captures action with AJA Video KONA 3 cards The KONA 3 card is at the heart of the company's Apple post workflow. To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/products/nascar-media-group-captures-action-aja-video-kona-3-cards-0812 SIS LIVE uplinks signals with FOR-A mixers The new mixers fit well into the company's current operations. To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/products/sis-live-uplinks-signals-for-a-mixers-0812 NHL's Penguins streamline production with EditShare Prior to the installation of the EditShare 30TB system, the team's production staff digitized game clips using an off-the-shelf storage drive. To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/products/nhls-penguins-streamline-production-editshare-0812 SWR chooses RTW SurroundControl 31900SD for HD-enabled OB truck The unit combines comprehensive analysis functions, monitoring control, practical routing tasks and a host of analog and digital audio interfaces. To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/audio/swr-chooses-rtw-surroundcontrol-0716 ---------------------------------------- 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. Sign up at http://community.broadcastengineering.com/forums. ---------------------------------------- MORE SPORTS PRODUCTS --Anton/Bauer to officially unveil battery management system The new AB-BMS system includes special software and an Anton/Bauer Gold Mount bracket with a USB connection. To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/products/anton-bauer-battery-management-0810 ITV serves up Champions League Football with EVS Each Champions League match uses up to nine EVS HD XT[2] servers dedicated to live coverage. To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/products/itv-serves-champions-league-football-evs-0812 HME to introduce call light actuator at AES for wireless speaker station The CL200 can be used to send and receive call signals from any two-wire intercom or directly from the CL200's call button. To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/products/hme-introduce-call-light-actuator-aes-wireless-speaker-station-0812 TMD to highlight Mediaflex Management at IBC The platform now includes new acquisition and authority record search and control modules for large archives. 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