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September 24, 2008 | A Penton Media Publication

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AV Over Fiber Podcast: Inside the Fiber Optic Association, Part 2

In this edition of the AV Over Fiber podcast, Sound & Video Contractor Contributing Editor Bennett Liles continues with part two of his conversation with Jim Hayes, president of the Fiber Optic Association. They discuss the importance of standards in the implementation of fiber-optic systems and dispel some of the common myths surrounding the field use of fiber and relative costs between copper based and fiber-based transmission systems. Hayes also reveals the workings of Media Oriented Systems Technology (MOST) for sound and video in vehicles. Part two of a two-part series. Listen to the podcast>>

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Technology Showcase: Test Equipment
By Bennett Liles

With the increasing sophistication of AV gear and the progressive convergence between IT, AV, and broadcasting, many of the tools used for testing and maintaining these systems are also crossing what used to be industry boundaries. No longer can AV integrators feel confident with just having an AC-outlet current checker lying around. The AV toolbox is growing along with the industry to include digital multimeters, video and audio generators, RF-spectrum analyzers, satellite-signal instruments, and computer-cable maintenance tools. We've taken a sample of these increasingly useful gadgets and have included various types of them in our survey of test instruments. more>>

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MultiDyne Partners with Sterling do Brasil and RPC to Develop Fiber-optic Transport Solution for Studio-to-transmitter Links

MultiDyne Video & Fiber Optic Systems, a leading provider of fiber optics for the transport of video and audio for broadcast and pro AV applications; Sterling do Brasil, a leading Brazilian equipment dealer; and RPC (Rede Paranaense de Comunicacao S.A), an independent Brazilian TV Network have leveraged their expertise to create a complete fiber-optic transport solution for studio-to-transmitter (STL) links. The ANDIG-2500-BR was introduced at the 2008 International Broadcasting Conference (IBC), which was held Sept. 12-16, 2008, in Amsterdam (Stand 2.A54). more>>

Topics to be covered include the daily operation of podium-installed control systems from various manufacturers, issues of maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting, and frequent issues revolving around multi-user environments--everything from bent VGA cables to out-of-date drivers, to power problems with IP-linked power control technology.