BE_SPORTS TECHNOLOGY UPDATE_ Penton Media July 10, 2009 If you want to view this on the web go to: http://enews.penton.com/enews/broadcastengineering_/v/184 ---------------------------------------- ADVERTISEMENT (http://broadcastengineering.com/webcast/best/) ---------------------------------------- TOP STORY --NBC fights piracy of its Olympics coverage Canada's weak copyright laws recently earned it a spot on the U.S. Trade Representative's "priority watch list." To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/automation/nbc-fights-piracy-olympics--0709 ---------------------------------------- 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/automation/sennheiser-pairs-students-0709 ---------------------------------------- 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 --HD Wimbledon coverage gets Crystal Vision treatment The entire event was captured in HD for the first time this year. To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/automation/hd-wimbledon-coverage-0709 ---------------------------------------- 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. With no need to statically provision circuits and bandwidth, much more efficient utilization of networks and resources can be achieved, while ensuring the bandwidth and Quality of Service to support even the most demanding applications. Read this white paper now. http://broadcastengineering.com/white_papers/ip-network-broadcasters-applications/index.html ---------------------------------------- SPORTS PRODUCTS --Grass Valley LDK 8300 HD slo-mo camera is a slam dunk for NBA Finals The camera provided crystal clear replays at 3X speed. To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/automation/grass-valley-ldk-0709 DNF Controls offers push-button control for Chyron Channel Box The compact 1RU Control Master panel is perfectly suited for installations with limited space. To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/automation/dnf-controls-offers-button-0709 MultiDyne introduces portable 3Gb/s HDMI signal distribution The new HD-Multi-Link is targeted at applications that require the optical drop and repeat of HD-SDI with HDMI monitoring capability. To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/automation/multidyne-introduces-portable-hdmi-0709 New two-channel EVS XS server for studios The XS server supports a wide variety of acquisition and delivery formats. To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/automation/two-channel-evs-0709 New Fujinon HD telephoto lens gets close The cost-effective XA50X9.5B ESM-D is designed for smaller venues and applications that do not require extremely high magnification. To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/automation/fujinon-hd-telephoto-lens-0709 ---------------------------------------- ADVERTISEMENT Broadcast Engineering Webinar - Audio Systems and Processing http://w.on24.com/r.htm?e=152627&s=1&k=1FF8CE7D9D498E673629D0B3F58CA948&partnerref=newstext Live Event Tuesday, July 14th Audiences want to be immersed in their entertainment, and that requires superb audio. In this hour long event, Digital Technology Consultant, Aldo Cugnini, will focus on audio systems and processing addressing the following topics: digital audio signals, sampling, aliasing, digital interfaces, fourier transform, level compression, loudness processing and more. Register Now http://w.on24.com/r.htm?e=152627&s=1&k=1FF8CE7D9D498E673629D0B3F58CA948&partnerref=newstext ---------------------------------------- MORE SPORTS PRODUCTS --Inlet, Microsoft and Level 3 help stream Italian FIFA Confederations Cup The same partnership supported a live HD webcast of the 2009 French Open tennis tournament. To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/automation/inlet-microsoft-level-stream-0709 HME to introduce one-to-one wireless intercom Each DX121 system supports up to four wireless beltpacks. To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/automation/hme-introduce-wireless-0709 Louisiana Tech updates scoreboard with Daktronics The school's new HD-X display board will be the largest in the Western Athletic Conference. To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/automation/louisiana-tech-updates-scoreboard-0709 Telecinco uses Snell gear for FIFA Confederations Cup Coverage The Snell solutions enabled Telecinco to simultaneously deliver live match coverage in both 4:3 and 16:9 aspect ratios. To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/automation/telecinco-uses-snell-fifa-0709 Neyrinck extends surround-sound support for Windows Neyrinck's SoundCode For Dolby E is a set of software tools to manage audio and Dolby metadata using Dolby E encoding. To view the full article go to: http://broadcastengineering.com/automation/neyrinck-extends-surround-sound-0709 ---------------------------------------- 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. ---------------------------------------- Advertisement ---------------------------------------- (http://broadcastengineering.com/podcast/) ---------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------- 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. 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