Tech
FCC proposal could help public TV stations improve signal coverage
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Co-authored by America’s Public Television Stations, the proposal would expand the use of booster transmitters to fill coverage gaps.
ATSC 3.0
WKAR debuts platform that offers ‘stepping stone’ to ATSC 3.0
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The Apollo PublicTV Platform, which debuted at the Consumer Electronics Show this month, aims to help broadcasters experiment with the broadcast standard even before fully transitioning to the technology.
Tech
Public Media Group unveils strategies to build a public-private Next Gen TV network
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The new public benefit corporation, an affiliate of the Public Media Ventures Group, promises to operate as a neutral partner in developing local single-frequency network systems with public and commercial broadcasters.
Tech
TechCon features pubcasters sharing opportunities, challenges of ATSC 3.0 rollout
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This year’s TechCon presented the first real-world ATSC 3.0 experiences from several early adopters.
Tech
Public Media Venture Group explores ATSC 3.0 project
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Single-frequency networks will be an important part of the company’s work on the transition to the ATSC 3.0 digital TV system.
System/Policy
Michigan station receives first public TV ATSC 3.0 license
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The station will also create an innovation lab to explore ATSC 3.0 opportunities for public media.
Tech
Arizona PBS becomes first pubcaster to test ATSC 3.0
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Engineers are examining signal performance, testing interactive functionalities and checking cable integration.
Tech
Station leaders at TechCon weigh moving ahead with ATSC 3.0
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Broadcasters expressed optimism about making the transition to the new broadcast standard work for them, even as many raised questions about the logistics and expenses involved.
Tech
Joint master controls look to help stations prepare for ATSC 3.0
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As public TV engineering leaders navigate their stations through the post-auction channel restructuring and the looming transition to ATSC 3.0, they’ll be re-evaluating the future of their master control facilities.
System/Policy
Pubcasting orgs decline to support request for ATSC 3.0 must-carry rules
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PBS, CPB and American’s Public Television Stations said in an FCC filing that they recognize the commission is “not inclined” to back the must-carry requirement proposed by Public Media Co.
System/Policy
Public TV urges FCC to exempt stations from ATSC 3.0 simulcasting rules
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TV broadcasters want the FCC to allow them to use vacant channels for the simulcasts required during ATSC 3.0 rollout.
Tech
Pubcasters ask FCC for relief on ATSC broadcast rule
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PBS, CPB and APTS argue that for many stations, following the rule is “physically impossible.”
System/Policy
New Public Media Venture Group will exploit potential of ATSC 3.0
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The group will look at technology, local public service expansion and revenue-generating joint ventures.
System/Policy
How public broadcasters are lagging behind the innovation curve of Next Gen TV
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The “soft focus” on strategic planning is putting public TV far behind commercial broadcasters.
Tech
Attendees at PBS TechCon hear details of ATSC standard’s promise
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The interactive components of ATSC 3.0 allow for better audience measurement and interactivity, which could include delivering customized programming exclusively to members.
Programs/Content
Beyond-broadcast strategies key to survival of local public TV stations
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The ability to manage all aspects of the video ecosystem presents new challenges for public broadcasters.
Quick Takes
FCC takes another step toward adopting new ATSC standard
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The FCC wants comments on suggested rules that will let broadcasters begin sending ATSC 3.0 transmissions.
Tech
Working group may form to shape pubmedia’s ATSC strategy
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The CEO of Public Media Co. says pubcasters are at risk of losing out to commercial interests if they fail to advocate for their use of the upcoming technical standard.
System/Policy
To prosper amid coming disruptions, public television needs a post-auction agenda
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To prepare for the restructuring of broadcast television, public TV leaders must develop a coherent strategy for investing in innovation and public service.
Tech
Analysts call for change in pubTV workforce, culture under ATSC 3.0 standard
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Under the new standard, television will become “a key part of a network infrastructure in the home,” according to consultant Vinnie Curren. The change has implications for “the kind of people we hire and the culture that we’re building.”