A Practical Guide To RF In Broadcast: Part 3 - Planning, Tuning & Monitoring September 11^th 2023 - 10:00 AM

This is the third of a multi-part series exploring the science and practical applications of RF technology in broadcast. Here we focus on things to consider when planning systems, how to tune transmitters and monitoring requirements.

Streaming & OTT At IBC 2023 September 11^th 2023 - 09:30 AM

Premium live sports streaming, global distribution, and mobile streaming are key OTT themes for IBC 2023. This puts the spotlight on performance and ultra-low and latency streaming, as well as security of mobile apps and unauthorized devices. Other themes include energy efficiency and sustainability; support for targeted advertising with the proliferation…

The Streaming Tsunami: Part 4 - Scaling From Origin To Edge September 5^th 2023 - 09:00 AM

Meeting the growing demands of the streaming tsunami requires efficiency and optimization in all areas. Here we focus on intelligent, dynamic distribution and storage between Origin and Edge.

Transmission & Wireless Technology At IBC 2023 August 31^st 2023 - 09:30 AM

Not long ago, nearly everything but software on display in exhibits at TV trade shows worldwide was also known as “Big Iron,” because most new TV broadcasting products were big and heavy. Today, the only big iron on display at TV trade shows is RF hardware such as transmitters, antennas, fee…

A Practical Guide To RF In Broadcast: The Principles Of RF Radiation August 28^th 2023 - 09:00 AM

In 1865, James Clerk Maxwell published “A Dynamical Theory of the Electromagnetic Field.” It postulated that electric and magnetic fields travel through space as waves moving at the speed of light in the same medium, leading to his prediction of radio waves.

A Practical Guide To RF In Broadcast: Transmitter & Receiver Fundamentals August 21^st 2023 - 09:00 AM

The electromagnetic spectrum makes wireless communication and broadcasting possible. Mastering and managing the electromagnetic spectrum while complying with government technical regulations and industry standards is the responsibility of every broadcast engineer.

The Streaming Tsunami: Part 3 - Requirements For A Video CDN Blueprint August 16^th 2023 - 09:30 AM

We return to our Streaming Tsunami series with a discussion of the predicted 10x increase in overall streaming ecosystem bandwidth required to meet demand if/when streaming becomes the first choice for consumption and the challenges this implies.

Compression: Part 11 - Synchronization August 10^th 2023 - 10:00 AM

Synchronizing is a vital process in all television systems and the use of compression adds extra constraints.

A Practical Guide To RF In Broadcast: RF Spectrum Bands - From DC To Cosmic Rays August 7^th 2023 - 09:00 AM

Younger broadcast engineers who understand RF spectrum, technology, hardware, and regulations possess valuable knowledge and skills that are difficult to find.

Waves: Part 11 - Phased Arrays July 28^th 2023 - 09:00 AM

Here we look at more recent developments in radar such as phased arrays and synthetic apertures.