ATSC 3.0

MEDIA ADVISORY: The IEEE Broadcast Technology Society (BTS) Hosts the “IEEE Broadcast Society’s ATSC 3 Roadshow” at PBS TechCon 2019

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Tuesday, February 12, 2019
Technology, Consumer electronics, Electronic design automation, Networks, Audio, Video, Telecommunications, Mobile, Wireless, VoIP, Television technology, Digital television, Television, ATSC, High-definition television, MPEG, ATSC 3.0, Ultra-high-definition television, ATSC standards, Broadcast engineering

WHAT: The IEEE Broadcast Technology Society will be hosting the ATSC 3 Roadshow at PBS TechCon 2019.

Key Points: 
  • WHAT: The IEEE Broadcast Technology Society will be hosting the ATSC 3 Roadshow at PBS TechCon 2019.
  • BTS will be hosting the one-day course on the new ATSC 3 digital television (DTV) transmission system, taught by expert Gary Sgrignoli of Meintel, Sgrignoli, and Wallace, the noted digital TV transmission consulting firm.
  • The Broadcast Technology Society will be offering the ATSC 3 Roadshow course on several dates in locations throughout the United States.
  • Attending the IEEE Broadcast Technology Society's ATSC 3 Roadshow will earn attendees SBE credit towards re-certificationand can facilitate preparation for the upcoming SBE ATSC 3 Specialist Certification exam.

Wipro Launches Next-Gen ATSC 3.0 Digital TV Receiver Solution

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Friday, February 1, 2019
Technology, Consumer electronics, Hardware, Internet, Networks, Software, Audio, Video, Television technology, Digital television, ATSC, Set-top box, High-definition television, ATSC 3.0, Ultra-high-definition television, ATSC standards, Tuner, USB

This solution enables its customers to quickly build immersive and interactive receiver solutions and position themselves uniquely within the hybrid TV viewing user segment.

Key Points: 
  • This solution enables its customers to quickly build immersive and interactive receiver solutions and position themselves uniquely within the hybrid TV viewing user segment.
  • The solution will be compatible with Android TV and other operating systems, thus enabling quick integration on the desired device.
  • The solution incorporates both legacy ATSC 1.0 and Next-Gen ATSC 3.0 delivery systems, with a multi-process architecture and well-defined abstraction layers for easy porting.
  • Wipros Next-Gen ATSC 3.0 solution has been enabled using Airwavz RedZone Receiver (RZR) dongle, which is a hybrid ATSC 1.0 & 3.0 digital TV front-end tuner-demodulator that easily plugs into a standard PC, laptop or other OTT device over USB interface.

New Consumer Study Finds Strong Appeal for Features of ATSC 3.0 Next-Gen Television

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Wednesday, January 23, 2019
Other Consumer, Entertainment, TV and Radio, Technology, Consumer electronics, Telecommunications, Other Technology, General Entertainment, Mobile, Wireless, Professional services, Consulting, Communications, Marketing, Research, Public relations, Investor relations, Other Communications, Consumer, Science, Television technology, Television, Digital television, ATSC, High-definition television, ATSC 3.0, Ultra-high-definition television, ATSC standards, Terrestrial television systems, Mobile television, ATSC tuner

In lab testing, viewers said that the ATSC 3.0 capabilities could make them start watching broadcast programming (even if they dont currently do so).

Key Points: 
  • In lab testing, viewers said that the ATSC 3.0 capabilities could make them start watching broadcast programming (even if they dont currently do so).
  • Some broadcast viewers also said an ATSC 3.0-enabled device could make them want to watch broadcast TV even more than they currently watch.
  • Other key insights from the consumer lab testing highlight the importance of enhanced audio and customization of the viewing experience.
  • 80% of consumers say they are either interested or very interested in purchasing an ATSC 3.0 television or add-on device.

SK Telecom, Harman and Sinclair Broadcast Group Sign MOU

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Thursday, January 10, 2019
Digital television, SK Telecom, Sinclair Broadcast Group, SKM, ATSC 3.0, Information and communications technology, Consumer Electronics Show, Television

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 10, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- SK Telecom (NYSE: SKM) and Sinclair Broadcast Group (Nasdaq: SBGI) today announced that they signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Harman at the '2019 CES' in Las Vegas to jointly develop and commercialize digital broadcasting network-based automotive electronics technology for global markets.

Key Points: 
  • LAS VEGAS, Jan. 10, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- SK Telecom (NYSE: SKM) and Sinclair Broadcast Group (Nasdaq: SBGI) today announced that they signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Harman at the '2019 CES' in Las Vegas to jointly develop and commercialize digital broadcasting network-based automotive electronics technology for global markets.
  • "With Harman and Sinclair Broadcast Group, SK Telecom will target the mobility and media markets in the U.S. and expand into the global market."
  • "With this announcement, Sinclair is continuing to partner with market leaders to further develop next-gen broadcasting solutions," said Chris Ripley, President and CEO of Sinclair Broadcast Group.
  • "We are excited to be working with Harman and SK Telecom, two prominent international technology leaders, to progress ATSC 3.0 automotive solutions and experience.

SK Telecom, Harman and Sinclair Broadcast Group Sign MOU

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Thursday, January 10, 2019
Digital television, SK Telecom, Sinclair Broadcast Group, SKM, ATSC 3.0, Information and communications technology, Consumer Electronics Show, Television

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 9, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- SK Telecom (NYSE: SKM) and Sinclair Broadcast Group (Nasdaq: SBGI) today announced that they signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Harman at the '2019 CES' in Las Vegas to jointly develop and commercialize digital broadcasting network-based automotive electronics technology for global markets.

Key Points: 
  • LAS VEGAS, Jan. 9, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- SK Telecom (NYSE: SKM) and Sinclair Broadcast Group (Nasdaq: SBGI) today announced that they signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Harman at the '2019 CES' in Las Vegas to jointly develop and commercialize digital broadcasting network-based automotive electronics technology for global markets.
  • "With Harman and Sinclair Broadcast Group, SK Telecom will target the mobility and media markets in the U.S. and expand into the global market."
  • "With this announcement, Sinclair is continuing to partner with market leaders to further develop next-gen broadcasting solutions," said Chris Ripley, President and CEO of Sinclair Broadcast Group.
  • "We are excited to be working with Harman and SK Telecom, two prominent international technology leaders, to progress ATSC 3.0 automotive solutions and experience.

SK Telecom, Harman and Sinclair Broadcast Group Sign MOU

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Thursday, January 10, 2019
Technology, Digital television, Information and communications technology, Sinclair Broadcast Group, ATSC 3.0, SK Telecom, 5G

"Mobility and media are core business areas that will undergo innovative changes in the 5G era," said Park Jung-ho, President and CEO of SK Telecom.

Key Points: 
  • "Mobility and media are core business areas that will undergo innovative changes in the 5G era," said Park Jung-ho, President and CEO of SK Telecom.
  • "With Harman and Sinclair Broadcast Group, SK Telecom will target the mobility and media markets in the U.S. and expand into the global market."
  • "With this announcement, Sinclair is continuing to partner with market leaders to further develop next-gen broadcasting solutions," said Chris Ripley, President and CEO of Sinclair Broadcast Group.
  • "We are excited to be working with Harman and SK Telecom, two prominent international technology leaders, to progress ATSC 3.0 automotive solutions and experience.

Advanced ATSC 3.0 Chip Launched for Mobile and Broadcast Applications

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Tuesday, January 8, 2019
Television, Digital television, Technology, Information and communications technology, ATSC, High-definition television, Consumer electronics, Television technology, ATSC 3.0, Mobile television, ATSC standards, Set-top box

A Demod-only variant SL3000 is designed for Linear TV applications such as reception in HDTV sets, Set-top Boxes (STB) and home gateways.

Key Points: 
  • A Demod-only variant SL3000 is designed for Linear TV applications such as reception in HDTV sets, Set-top Boxes (STB) and home gateways.
  • A Demod-plus Tuner variant SL4000 is designed for mobile and portable devices, making it the world's first mobile ready ATSC 3.0 chip.
  • The mobile device variant of the chip is targeted to accelerate the adoption of ATSC 3.0 standard across the markets with Direct-To-Mobile TV capabilities and Broadcast/Broadband convergence solutions.
  • These have the very real potential to disrupt the mobile broadband and broadcast industries.

SK Telecom and Sinclair Broadcast Group Sign Joint Venture Agreement

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Tuesday, January 8, 2019
Digital television, Information and communications technology, Television, Broadcast engineering, SK Telecom, ATSC 3.0, Sinclair Broadcast Group, ATSC standards

The two companies will jointly fund and manage a joint venture company within the first quarter of this year.

Key Points: 
  • The two companies will jointly fund and manage a joint venture company within the first quarter of this year.
  • SK Telecom and Sinclair anticipate all television broadcasting stations throughout the U.S. will adopt broadcasting solutions based on ATSC 3.0 within the next decade.
  • The joint venture agreement follows last year's memorandum of understanding (MOU) signed between SK Telecom and Sinclair at CES 2018 to jointly develop leading technology for ATSC 3.0 broadcasting.
  • "SK Telecom will work closely with Sinclair Broadcast Group to gain leadership in the next-generation broadcasting solutions market in the U.S.," said Park Jung-ho, President and CEO of SK Telecom.

SK Telecom and Sinclair Broadcast Group Sign Joint Venture Agreement

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Tuesday, January 8, 2019
Digital television, Information and communications technology, Television, Broadcast engineering, SK Telecom, ATSC 3.0, Sinclair Broadcast Group, ATSC standards

The two companies will jointly fund and manage a joint venture company within the first quarter of this year.

Key Points: 
  • The two companies will jointly fund and manage a joint venture company within the first quarter of this year.
  • SK Telecom and Sinclair anticipate all television broadcasting stations throughout the U.S. will adopt broadcasting solutions based on ATSC 3.0 within the next decade.
  • The joint venture agreement follows last year's memorandum of understanding (MOU) signed between SK Telecom and Sinclair at CES 2018 to jointly develop leading technology for ATSC 3.0 broadcasting.
  • "SK Telecom will work closely with Sinclair Broadcast Group to gain leadership in the next-generation broadcasting solutions market in the U.S.," said Park Jung-ho, President and CEO of SK Telecom.

SK Telecom and Sinclair Broadcast Group Sign Joint Venture Agreement

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, January 8, 2019
Digital television, Information and communications technology, Television, Broadcast engineering, SK Telecom, ATSC 3.0, Sinclair Broadcast Group, ATSC standards

The two companies will jointly fund and manage a joint venture company within the first quarter of this year.

Key Points: 
  • The two companies will jointly fund and manage a joint venture company within the first quarter of this year.
  • SK Telecom and Sinclair anticipate all television broadcasting stations throughout the U.S. will adopt broadcasting solutions based on ATSC 3.0 within the next decade.
  • The joint venture agreement follows last year's memorandum of understanding (MOU) signed between SK Telecom and Sinclair at CES 2018 to jointly develop leading technology for ATSC 3.0 broadcasting.
  • "SK Telecom will work closely with Sinclair Broadcast Group to gain leadership in the next-generation broadcasting solutions market in the U.S.," said Park Jung-ho, President and CEO of SK Telecom.