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Thursday, September 30, 2010UHF Wireless System Reboot
Mark Frink 09/30/10 10:28 AM, 3 CommentsIn late September, the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) announced that TV Band Devices (TVBDs) - unlicensed next-generation consumer products working on new types of “Super WiFi” - will be allowed to operate in the unused UHF core TV spectrum or “White Spaces.” At the same time, two 6 MHz TV channels are reserved for the use of unlicensed wireless microphone systems, and there’s a secondary haven for wireless mics in the low end of the UHF spectrum. Specifically, the… View this post
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Wednesday, September 29, 2010Avoiding Lifeless ADR Audio
Jeffrey P. Fisher 09/29/10 01:00 PM, 0 CommentsThis article is provided by the Fisher Creative Group. There are times when it’s possible to lose sight of the full scope of your project, which can have unintended consequences. For instance, when dealing with audio post, you often find that the on-location dialog recordings really stink. Lets face it, we live in a noisy world, and that noise usually finds its way on to our recordings. Couple that notion with the bad practice of using inexperienced people in… View this post
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Thursday, September 23, 2010Breaking News: FCC Reserves Two TV Channels Nationwide For Wireless Microphone Use
PSW Staff 09/23/10 02:02 PM, 1 CommentA Memorandum Opinion and Order issued today by the FCC reserves two TV channels nationwide for wireless microphone use. The reserved channels are off-limits to UHF Band Devices that operate in the white spaces between assigned TV stations, thus preventing them from interfering with wireless microphone signals on those channels. Large-scale users would be able to achieve extended protection for specific events through the geo-location database prescribed by the FCC in 2008. Shure Incorporated and a number of Congressional legislators… View this post
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AMX Debuts Smart Wi-Fi System Built On Ruckus Wireless Technology
PSW Staff 09/23/10 12:15 PM, 0 CommentsAMX has announced a new Smart Wi-Fi system that delivers dramatic improvements in Wi-Fi range and reliability. The Smart Wi-Fi system includes the AMX Smart WAP (NXA-WAP1000) and AMX ZoneDirector Smart WLAN Controller (NXA-WAPZD1000). Both utilize technology from Ruckus Wireless to produce an advanced level of Wi-Fi performance in residential and commercial settings. The AMX Smart WAP is a dual-band 802.11a/b/g/n smart Wi-Fi access point that can be deployed as a standalone access point, or combined with the AMX ZoneDirector… View this post
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Wednesday, September 22, 2010Lectrosonics Wireless Deployed At NBC’s Washington DC Bureau
PSW Staff 09/22/10 07:16 AM, 0 CommentsLectrosonics wireless microphones were recently deployed as part of a facility upgrade at the NBC News network’s Washington, DC bureau. The facility is home to NBC’s Meet the Press and also houses the network’s Washington area affiliate, WRC-TV. The new equipment was sold and installed by the Herndon, VA office of Bexel Broadcast Services, a major broadcast, video, audio, and communications sales, rental, and service operation with offices nationwide. Bexel also operates a design/build division that specializes in systems integration… View this post
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Wednesday, September 15, 2010FCC Moving To Release “White Spaces” Later This Month?
Keith Clark 09/15/10 02:25 PM, 2 CommentsIt’s not been widely reported, but the FCC could be preparing to finally authorize “white spaces” equipment in the U.S. by the end of this month. A long-time friend and colleague who tracks these issues closely notes that, “details are still mostly unknown, but some reports are that only two TV channels per TV market are being set aside for wireless mics. Plus, one report says that they won’t even be ‘clean’ channels, they will be shared with other services.”… View this post
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Tech Tip Of The Day: Battery Refrigeration
PSW Staff 09/15/10 09:50 AM, 0 CommentsProvided by Sweetwater. Q: Like many people here, I volunteer at my church on Sunday and help with the Audio. I’m at the point that I know a good bit, but I’m not an expert by any means. So, generally when I see something a little odd I just don’t say anything. however, I’ve really got to get some clarification on a question that has been driving me up the wall. Last weekend I was asked to load up… View this post
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Monday, September 13, 2010AKG Announces New Perception Wireless Line At PLASA 2010
PSW Staff 09/13/10 03:00 PM, 0 CommentsAKG has announced the introduction of the Perception Wireless System at PLASA 2010 in London. The new wireless microphone system comes complete with bandwidths up to 30 MHz and low-current transmitters, which are unique in its class. The Perception Wireless is designed to accommodate musicians and entry-level audio technicians, and has the capabilities to handle audio setups with up to 8 channels per band. The Perception Wireless Series consists of a Vocal Set, with the handheld transmitter HT 45 featuring… View this post
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Friday, September 10, 2010Shure Wireless Microphones Unified With IFB For WBBM-TV Of Chicago
PSW Staff 09/10/10 08:55 AM, 0 CommentsLong before the FCC’s order to vacate the 700 MHz band became reality on June 12, WBBM TV-2 Chicago, a CBS owned-and-operated station, was deep into preparations. With IFB (interruptible foldback) and wireless microphone systems affected by the change, the station engaged TC Furlong Inc., a full service pro audio firm in suburban Lake Forest, to evaluate the situation and recommend a solution. The challenge was to expand the station’s wireless capabilities beyond Studio A, the station’s street-level broadcast center,… View this post
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Zaxcom Announces The First Two-Channel Recording Wireless Transmitter At IBC 2010
PSW Staff 09/10/10 07:53 AM, 0 CommentsZaxcom has introduced the TRX900LTS (LTS), a new recording wireless transmitter that supports two microphone inputs and independent transmission of two isolated audio channels, all on a single RF carrier signal. This new product will allow television broadcasting, live event, sporting, and theater audio professional for the first time ever to transmit a stereo image wirelessly from talent via a single body pack. Available in October 2010, the LTS’ unique dual-microphone input greatly enhances the production of 5.1 surround sound.… View this post
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