Sinclair’s Broadcast App Explained April 29^th 2021 - 09:00 AM

A NextGen TV Broadcast App can make an exciting first impression because it immediately stands out when a NextGen TV is tuned to an ATSC 3.0 station broadcasting the app. The Sinclair Broadcast App is the first TV Broadcast App to be deployed.

The World Of OTT (Business Pt2) - Telco Access Networks (& The Growth Of OTT) April 27^th 2021 - 09:00 AM

Telco fixed access networks are “the last mile” to homes and commercial buildings. They play a key role in the delivery of OTT Video, and are undergoing big changes to support its growth. Telco fixed access networks were originally built in the 19th century to deliver telegraph services, evolving during the…

Is Remote Operation Underrated? April 15^th 2021 - 09:00 AM

A recent Lawo remote activities case study notes, “It should be obvious by now that remote operation has been seriously underrated. For some, it allows to save substantial amounts of money, while others will appreciate the time gained from not having to travel.”

Improving Negative ARQ Protocols For Internet Delivery April 14^th 2021 - 09:00 AM

In this article, George Kroon, research broadcast engineer, takes a look at how Negative ARQ protocols similar to those used for internet streaming and contribution can be improved specifically for broadcast television.

ATSC 3.0: Right Place, Right Time April 9^th 2021 - 09:00 AM

Many people and cultures celebrate special New Year dates. Organizations designate fiscal years. Broadcasters traditionally mark their new technology year mid-April, at annual NAB Shows. Old habits die hard.

The World Of OTT (Content Pt3) - Optimizing Encoding & Contribution For Live OTT April 6^th 2021 - 09:00 AM

OTT has dramatically expanded the range of delivery outlets for content and continues to do so. This has had a direct effect on content production, enabling almost any organization or person to create and distribute live content, which has increased the volume of content being created. Whether this content is…

Is Gamma Still Needed?: Part 10 - Summary April 5^th 2021 - 09:00 AM

In this final part of the series, an attempt will be made to summarize all that has gone before and to see what it means.

The World Of OTT (Infrastructure Pt6) - Internet Exchanges & The Growth Of OTT March 23^rd 2021 - 09:00 AM

Demand for bandwidth is growing at a remarkable rate. The demand is so high that Equinix’s Global Interconnection Index (GXI) Volume 4 forecasts a 45% CAGR specifically for interconnection bandwidth from 2019-2023. This will bring global interconnection bandwidth, used specifically by businesses that need to guarantee throughput capacity, from 5,000 Tbps in 2020 t…

Optimizing The Future Of ATSC 3.0 March 16^th 2021 - 09:00 AM

The FCC’s recent Report and Order supporting Distributed Television Systems (DTS) is yet another reason for broadcasters to be excited about ATSC 3.0’s new revenue potential.

The World Of OTT (Business Pt1) - Improving Monetization Through Addressable Advertising March 9^th 2021 - 09:00 AM

OTT offers an amazing promise – to significantly increase the return on advertising spend by targeting consumers more effectively.