Broadcasters Show Daily • April 9, 2019 by OserCommunicationsGroup

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Satellite Equipment from Viking Satcom

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Introducing Unity Broadcast Station

Viking Satcom is a leading manufacturer and distributor of commercial satellite antenna products, offering a one-stopshop approach to system integrators and resellers through an extensive product line consisting of high-quality satellite antennas, RF peripheral equipment and wireless communication products. With corporate offices located in Albion, Michigan USA, Viking Satcom offers distribution centers in both Michigan for customers in Canada, and the Central and West Coast USA, and also in North Carolina for customers in the Eastern USA, Latin America and the remainder of the globe. Since 2009, Viking Satcom has been the industry’s most trusted and experienced supplier of satellite equipment, offering a complete line of high-quality satellite antennas, accessories and peripheral products at cost effective prices. The team at Viking Satcom offers decades of experience in technical and commercial knowledge as well as a hands-on experience for large and small projects requiring support and program

Unity Intercom is introducing a new solution for audio broadcasting for both in-studio and remote applications called Broadcast Station. Broadcast Station provides a unique solution for combining real-time talent-to-talent audio with local or remote mix-minus audio sources with full IFB capability. Unity Broadcast Station is a combination software and hardware solution that works in conjunction with Unity Intercom to provide a complete end-to-end modern broadcast solution. Unity Broadcast Station hardware consists of four professional audio components that are rack mounted in a 6U portable case. This hardware connects to a single Mac computer via either a USB-A or USB-C connection. As many as eight users (talent) can be connected to a single Broadcast Station and up to eight local program feeds or mix-minus audio sources can be delivered real-time to any or all eight users. Unity Broadcast Station implements all local/remote talent-to-talent mixing in

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Insulated Wire, Inc. Offers Unprecedented Reliability

Since IW introduced its High Performance 75 Ω cables, it has continued developing this technology to offer improved performance for 4K/8K/SDI applications. Precision 75 Ω N and high frequency BNC assemblies are being used in test and system applications up to 12 GHz, with customer proven performance to 18 GHz. It is currently prototyping a new HD-BNC male design for 1151/75 and 75Ω BNC male for 2801/75 to provide lowest attenuation with excellent phase stability over temperature performance to 18 GHz. To support customer demand in new and existing high power markets, IW is pleased to announce the introduction of 7506. With an outer diameter of 0.780 inches, its newest 50Ω cable provides a flexible alternative to similar line size cables with the advantages of stranded center conductor, laminated, EPTFE dielectric and Santoprene outer jacket to provide excellent attenuation and phase stability with flexure, and over temperature. Interconnect options include 1 5/8 EIA flange and 7/16 connectors. Solder clamp termination style is used for all connector types to ensure optimum performance

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New Products and Solutions from Artel Video Systems

An interview with Mike Rizzo, President and Chief Executive Officer, Artel Video Systems. BSD: Tell our readers about Artel Video Systems.

MR: Artel Video Systems was founded in 1981 and is in Westford, Massachusetts. We have been at the forefront of technology development focused on video and other media delivery over direct fiber and IP. Our products include carrier grade equipment, precision timing protocol (PTP) aware Ethernet switches, devices for streaming video over public Internet, and small form factor devices for transporting video, audio and data over fiber in a campus/stadium/event environment. BSD: What is your goal for the show?

MR: We are showcasing new products and solutions driving at operational efficiency

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Oser Communications Group

AN INDEPENDENT PUBLICATION NOT AFFILIATED WITH NAB

Satellite Equipment from Viking Satcom

Las Vegas Tuesday, April 9, 2019

Introducing Unity Broadcast Station

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Insulated Wire, Inc. Offers Unprecedented Reliability

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New Products and Solutions from Artel Video Systems

An interview with Mike Rizzo, President and Chief Executive Officer, Artel Video Systems. BSD: Tell our readers about Artel Video Systems.

MR: We are showcasing new products and solutions driving at operational efficiency

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Acromove Debuts ServerPack EDGE The aim of Edge Computing is to deliver processing, storage and bandwidth much closer to data inputs and end users in the emerging ﬁeld of Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and other applications that demand mobility, local compute and data-center-class services everywhere. Acromove’s ServerPack™ EDGE is designed to meet these needs in a unique portable device that establishes a hardware and software Root-of-Trust unit suitable for the most demanding use cases. ServerPack EDGE will be shown running Ahead IO’s new Cezanne Dailies

system at the AMD booth South Lower Hall, #S114LMR. The newest member of the ServerPack family, ServerPack EDGE is a portable and shippable data center in a box that brings new capabilities to the IIoT space. It combines processing, storage, networking/routing and a highcapacity UPS in a unique hyper-converged device. ServerPack EDGE brings a lot of technology together in a shippable, shockproof, weatherproof package that can be deployed in difﬁcult environments

OWC Unleashes 2019 Envoy Pro EX Lineup Featuring All-New Shock-Resistant Sleeve OWC recently announced its 2019 lineup of Envoy Pro EX SSD storage systems for audio, video, design and photography professionals. By pairing a Thunderbolt 3 interface with an M.2 (NVMe) SSD, the Envoy Pro EX delivers transfer speeds up to 2,500MB/s, leaving USB 3.0 SSDs in the dust. The Envoy Pro EX is a Mac and Windows PC storage solution that takes no prisoners. With a captive Thunderbolt 3 cable and bus-powered simplicity, OWC’s 2019 Envoy Pro EX lineup can go anywhere and take anything. Whether its shooting a live performance, downloading a day’s worth of photos in the

desert, or backing up your life’s work, OWC has your back. With a price point under $500 for a 1TB Thunderbolt SSD, OWC leaves the competition in the rearview mirror, too. With a capacity of up to 2TB, rugged design and blazing speed, the Envoy Pro EX can stand up to anything. New for 2019 is a durable and shock-proof rubber sleeve for over-the-top protection and safety. In fact, even before the new sleeve was introduced, the Envoy Pro EX lineup was rated MIL-STD-810G drop test compliant. Now these SSDs are practically indestructible. “We were really proud of the Envoy

or remain rack-mounted in a datacenter. Multiple Ethernet ports (a combination of up to 8x 1/10GbE and 2x 40/56 GbE copper, or SFP+/QSFP+) and integrated WiFi router access point (with ZigBee as an option) provide wide interconnectivity on factory ﬂoors, onpremise data centers or in remote locales. The system also has a sophisticated power management module for 100V/240V AC or 10-22V (10-50V opt.) Continued on Page 25

Pro EX lineup last year before we upgraded the performance and added the new rugged, shock-proof rubber sleeve,” said Larry O’Connor, OWC Founder and Chief Executive Officer. “Now it is quite possibly the perfect storage solution for just about everyone, and it is the ideal portable system for professionals on the go who simply can’t afford any problems with their gear.” The Envoy Pro EX lineup is available at www.macsales.com starting at $279 for the 500GB unit.

For more information, visit booth #C3647.

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Choosing the Right Phantom for High-Speed Acquisition The Phantom v2640 Onyx and VEO4K from Vision Research open up new possibilities for high-speed video capture. The v2640 is the fastest 2K camera on the market, reaching frame rates over 12,000 fps at HD resolution. It’s a significantly larger camera than the Flex4K, with more RAM available – this is because higher frame rates inevitably mean larger file sizes. This also means planning for the on-set workflow is more critical than ever with this camera. It uses the same CineMag media as the Flex4K, and also has 10Gb Ethernet built into the

camera body for added flexibility with the on-set workflow. The VEO4K is on the other side of the scale, a smaller camera that provides the same image and frame rate performance as the Flex4K (4K at 1000fps), but at 1/3 of the size and half of the weight. This makes it a great option for remote operation and portable rigs, including UAV, underwater and lightweight motion control arms. Footage from VEO cameras can be downloaded to an industry standard CFast card, saving money and simplify-

Blonder Tongue Makes Noteworthy Improvements to AQT8 Series For NAB Show 2019 attendees that do not already own one or more units in the popular Blonder Tongue AQT8 Series, let the company give you a recap. Through a high-density, low-cost, flexible 1RU chassis, the AQT8-QAM/IP and the AQT8-IP provides operators with an ATSC/QAM transcoding solution for multi-channel processing, reducing the equipment, space and power needed for QAM or IPTV distribution. The AQT8 Series was made to allow users to create a custom channel lineup from off-air

and/or cable feeds for coaxial or IP distribution. The unit additionally gives the user the ability to change the PID, Program Number, Short Name, and Major and Minor Channel (PSIP) information. The unit accepts up to eight 8VSB or QAM channel inputs, supporting up to 20 programs on each input and 20 programs total on eight customizable QAM/IP outputs. The AQT8 also features Emergency Alert System (EAS) program switching through either an ASI or IP format EAS

Never Risk the Bottom Line with Anywave Communication Technologies Anywave Communication Technologies, (Anywave) founded in 2007 and located in Lincolnshire, Illinois, is a proven world leader in the design and manufacture of broadcast transmission equipment. The company is a high-tech enterprise that integrates R&D, manufacturing, sales and service. Products are designed in Lincolnshire, Illinois and assembled in Hebron, Kentucky. The company’s supply chain offices are also in Hebron. Anywave is dedicated to providing high-performance digital TV transmitters, exciters, encoders and stream processors, amplifiers and gap fillers, test equipment and RF components. The company is one of the fastest growing suppliers of broadcast transmission equipment in the world. Perry Priestley, the Chief Executive Officer of Anywave, says the company is at the show to “demonstrate our latest

designs in low and high power transmitters. We have some very unique designs and features that make our equipment not only excellent value for money, but also items that give the broadcaster an advantage. We can provide everything from new forms of cooling, system optimization tools, test and monitoring features, content back up in case of STL failure, and the latest web browser remote control system gives the broadcaster the best possible tools to enhance each and every broadcast." Starting from a small company making modulators for other manufacturers, Anywave has made many advances over the past 10 years and is now a leading supplier of transmitters – transmitters that have some of the most advanced features in the world. The company is launching its high efficiency Slate Series low power trans-

Hanwha Techwin Unveils New Line of Smart Security Systems Hanwha Techwin America (formerly Samsung Techwin America), a leader in consumer video monitoring and home surveillance products, is unveiling its newest 4K Ultra HD video security systems. The 4K Ultra HD video security systems will be available in 8-channel and 16-channel sets for complete visual coverage indoors and outdoors with

video resolution four times clearer than 1080p. Both products are the perfect security solutions for homes of any size. The 4K Ultra HD video security systems are ideal for users looking for a complete home security solution – with a simple set-up – straight out of the box. The cameras feature 3840p resolution, 104-degree wide-angle views, motion

ing the workflow at the computer, or over a 10Gb Ethernet connection, which is the fastest method to get data out of the camera. Besides the size, offloading data is the biggest difference between the Flex4K and VEO4K. Downloaded files from all Phantom cameras are in the Cine raw format, which is the highest quality and most efficient format available. Cine files are directly compatible with a number of color grading and editing platforms – or they can be converted with software that comes with the camera. Camera control is another area that

has seen recent developments, including WiFi compatibility on VEO cameras and the Semote remote control system which works untethered over a long range on all Phantom camera models. Stop by Phantom booth #C9435 to chat about your application needs and for a hands-on demo of the latest camera models and workflow solutions. Keep up with Phantom products on Twitter @PhantomHiSpeed. Visit Vision Research at booth #C9435. For more information, go to www .phantomhighspeed.com.

input, and terminal block contacts for triggering EAS messages. What are the noteworthy improvements, you ask? There are now 64 SPTS IP outputs that can be enabled, regardless of any other configuration on the unit, for example, if EAS is enabled or disabled, or if Muxing is being used. The modulator is still eight channel, but it is now fully-agile, so you can place any of the eight channels anywhere within the cable spectrum; there are no longer adjacent-channel limitations. There is now a 2:1 multiplex mode

that will tune eight ATSC channels, and Mux them automatically into four QAM channels. There is a ninth tuner input that is shared across all eight channels with an internal amplifier and splitter to conveniently connect the unit with a single coax, if all eight tuners come from the same antenna or cable feed. Every tuner can choose to use the shared input or its own individual input, so four tuners could share one port, and the other four could have individual coax inputs.

mitter line, featuring the latest broadband high-efficiency type 888E series transistor. Also being showcased is the Digital Processor Enhanced 3 (DPE3), which is a 1RU chassis that can fit inside anyone’s transmitter and provide hourly ID, content even if the STL fails, backup PSIP generation and direct EAS input. This product is a must-have for stations that do not want to go off the air because of an unreliable STL. It provides an extra layer of protection so stations will never have to lose a viewer due to loss of signal. Anywave customers were originally LPTV and translator stations in North America, but with its proven Granite Series Air cooled transmitters (up to 10kW) and its new Magma liquid-cooled transmitter available up to 150kW, stations looking for the latest state-of-theart system at great prices and unparalleled support will be interested in Anywave. Priestley adds, “Typically no one can

compete with our efficient manufacturing processes. This allows our prices to be exceedingly competitive, making our value and ROI unbeatable.” Anywave’s products provide exceptionally efficient broadband equipment. This reduces the power and HVAC costs significantly while allowing a station to change the channel at no additional cost. Stations can purchase a new transmitter even before they are required to do so by the FCC repack, saving money in power bills and service costs while creating increased reliability. When the time comes to change channel, there will be no further costs. It is a win-win-win: save money now, save money later, never risk the bottom line.

zone selection and event detection, privacy zone and digital noise reduction that result in clearer video images. The new systems will also feature Google Assistant and Chromecast compatibility, allowing consumers to easily access video through simple voice commands. The cameras are weather resistant – making them ideal for both indoor and outdoor environments. With an IP-66 rating, they endure frigid winters and scorch-

For more information, visit booth #SU11107 or go to www.blondertongue.com.

For more information, visit booth #N4232 in the North Hall, email sales_us@any wavecom.com, call 847.415.2258 or go to www.anywavecom.net.

ing summers. Featuring True Day & Night with IR Cut Filter, the cameras keep colors accurate during the day time and illuminate the night, allowing users to see up to 82 feet in total darkness and up to 130 feet under ambient lighting. Privacy zone settings also allow you to exclude up to four areas that are not significant to your security or safety and masks them from the camera’s view. Continued on Page 13

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Scosche’s MagicMount Charge 3 Vent: Cooler by Design Wireless charging is the new normal, with several new Qi-enabled phone models recently joining Apple and Samsung. Its popularity is understandable. It’s now faster – supporting Apple and Samsung Fast Charge. It’s convenient, and the positive effect of fewer cables in your car, home, office and the environment cannot be ignored. While there are many options to choose from when it comes to picking a wireless charger, the latest addition to the Scosche MagicMount line-up stands head and shoulders above the rest, thanks to its distinct design and unique functional advantages. First of all, it’s available in a vent mount. Vent mounts are popular because they’re quick and easy to install, remove and transfer from vehicle to vehicle. But up until now they’ve had one major drawback – they block the airflow

from your vehicle’s vent. On a particularly hot or cold day, that’s a big problem. You need to see and access your phone, but you need that vent to be doing its job of warming or cooling you! The Scosche designers took the challenge onboard and created an elegant and adaptable solution – the MagicMount Charge 3 Vent. With a unique open, balanced, ringed design and a swing-arm that allows unimpeded air-flow from a vehicle’s vent, this Qicharging mount also provides maximum device visibility and maneuverability. The charging head independently rotates 360 degrees, free of cables and other impediments, so the device can be viewed from any angle. Certified by the Wireless Power Consortium (WPC), the charger delivers up to 10 watts of charge, supporting

All Agree: Safety is Top Priority Marta Hall, President of Velodyne LiDAR, Inc., is passionate about a very important cause: to increase understanding of the safety benefits that can be achieved with autonomous vehicles. Under her direction, Velodyne LiDAR hosted the inaugural World Safety Summit on Autonomous Technology in October 2018. The goal of the Summit was achieved: bringing together business, government and community leaders, and the public to address the responsible implementation of autonomous technology for advanced roadway safety. “At Velodyne, safety has been a concern of ours since the day we opened our doors 12 years ago,” she said. “We’re at a pivotal moment in the history of transportation. The good part is we can save lives. The difficult part is the way it’s

rolled out.” Underscoring the importance of safety is Velodyne Chief Technology Officer, Anand Gopalan, who noted, “Not only are we learning more about what it takes to improve safety by leveraging these technologies, but we’re also learning how to deploy this technology safely. We’re creating a space for people to do that and to collaborate in a noncompetitive manner.” Weighing in on the topic of safety was Christopher A. Hart, former Chairman of the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), who is a big believer in autonomous technology and safety. “I’m not going to say that in two or three years you’re going to see large amounts of driverless cars, but it’s com-

CUB Safety Introduction In this day and age, safety is one of the most used buzzwords in the world, regardless of industry, profession or region. Safety is an important part of everyone’s life from waking up and not slipping in the shower, to the commute home and not getting in an accident. But what does it mean when we talk about it in the circles of consumer electronics, automotive, transportation and recreation? Who is responsible for the safeguarding of lives and our well-being? What is it that we can do to improve our chances to be safe, reducing the overall risk we take in daily activities? We’ll explore this with CUB, a manufacturer that designs and manufactures radarbased safety equipment. Hanwha Techwin (Cont’d. from p. 8)

The all-in-one security systems provide 4K, 3840p recording for smooth playback and clear imaging, while highquality resolution enables better forensic inspection of a person’s face or license plate. With motion zone selec-

CUB is a Taiwan-based company established in 1979 and has now grown to have a global footprint including manufacturing in Taiwan and China, along with offices in the United States. “CUB has three primary pillars of business, electromechanical parts, tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) solutions and radar safety products,” states Eric Ho, CUB’s Director of ADAS Development. “The radar safety product division is our newest addition to product portfolio beginning in 2016.” However, the team of experts brings decades of experience to the table with qualified personnel holding doctorate degrees, seasoned automotive experts and proven business professionals. New from CUB tion and event detection, users can select desired areas to detect motion and avoid false alarms that may trigger the system. Users also receive alerts when there is motion, tampering or video loss detected. The 4K Ultra HD video security systems allow up to 8-channel or 16-channel

Apple and Samsung Fast Charge. It provides the extra safety protection of Foreign Object Detection, which prevents charging if something other than a Qi-enabled device is placed on the charging head. An LED light ring surrounding the charging head turns red if a foreign object is detected. Under normal power/charging conditions, the ambient light sensing LED ring glows a soft blue. When held in place by the MagicMount’s floating 100 percent device-safe neodymium magnets, a thermal management gap is created between the phone and the Qi-charging head. This gap allows heated air to escape and be replaced by cooler air so that the device stays cooler during charging. Cooler charging is safer for the life of the battery as well as the device itself. Using the articulation of the swing arm, you can easily position the charger (and your

device) in front of the AC vent airflow if you want additional cooling of the phone. Or, during the winter months, you can swing the charging head away from the heated airflow from your vents. With the quality you’ve come to expect from Scosche, the charger is built from premium materials, including high-impact polycarbonate, resulting in a mount that enhances any vehicle’s interior. Advanced design techniques, including a 360-degree articulating rotating swing-arm and the 360degree rotating charging head, allow for a wider range of customizable viewing positions, as well as a smoother tactile experience for the user as they move them. The Scosche MagicMount Charge 3 Vent truly represents the next evolution of wireless charging.

ing,” he said. “We need to continue testing vehicles on the streets to make sure that’s exactly where they will be reliable when deployed. The sharing of information and the collaboration between all stakeholders is of the utmost importance.” The adoption of autonomous vehicles will help reduce the 37,000 annual roadway deaths in the U.S. – mostly due to human error. Industry experts agree, however, that the need for regulations related to the industry of vehicles and their autonomous technology must be addressed. That is not new news to law enforcement. Captain Ceto Ortiz, Commander of the San Jose California Highway Patrol and a CHP officer for 24 years, said dri-

verless technology has the potential to make the CHP’s job easier by reducing or even eliminating highway deaths. “We embrace [the technology],” he said. “The death rate has been on the rise for nearly a decade and that’s not good news. New technology can save lives, so we’re all for it.” Education, collaboration and responsibility are essential to advance safety in the realm of autonomous vehicles. “We are at the cusp of something that, over the next couple of decades, is going to bring this ‘Jetsons’ age to life,” Gopalan said. “We have a unique opportunity to do a lot of good. But as with all things, we have to think about it carefully and responsibly.”

includes a plethora of safety solutions ranging from your basic Universal Blind Spot Detection (BSD) kit for passenger vehicles, to a high-resolution Pedestrian Detection System for school buses and everything in between. BSD systems are becoming mainstream and an available feature on many cars and trucks – nearly every model offers it in some way, shape or form. However, it is yet to be standard across all trim levels. CUB offers in-bumper sensors for passenger cars, replacement integrated tail lamps for pick-up trucks and custom mounts for specialty applications such as motorcycles and recreational vehicles (RV). BSD systems help drivers look over their shoulder when they’re not. With LED indicators and audible alarms, drivers are that much safer with

an extra set of eyes right where they need them. Specialty applications such pedestrian detection and traffic awareness are also a part of the CUB portfolio with 77Ghz radar products. CUB recently introduced a pedestrian detection system to monitor the danger zones around school buses, keeping children and adults safe during the loading and unloading process, which is the most dangerous time. And to keep our first responders and workers safe, CUB has developed a traffic awareness product which watches traffic and warns the police, refuse workers, road workers and the like before they are struck by passing traffic.

recordings on the DVR, and 2-channel uploads to the optional Wisenet Life Cloud service. Each camera can be set to record continuously or customized to record based on motion activation or scheduled times. Finding and reviewing recordings is simple with the option to search by time or by event type.

For more information, www.scosche.com.

For more information, go to www .velodynelidar.com.

For more information, adasinfo@cubelec.com.tw.

Pricing and date of availability for the 8-channel and 16-channel 4K Ultra HD video security systems will be announced soon.

For more information on the 4K Ultra HD video security systems, visit www.wisenetlife.com.

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Customizable Touchscreen Display Who’s in charge? You! That’s right, Kenwood is introducing a new user customization feature, touted as the “customizable multi-widget,” to six of its new Kenwood and Kenwood eXcelon line of multimedia receivers. Now, the choice is yours! Widgets were first introduced in 2016 to Kenwood’s “S” series of multimedia receivers, allowing for user selectable displays on the home screen, such as a clock/date, visual EQ, compass and more, with enhancements added each

year since. What’s interesting about many of these widgets is that you can touch the widget to be taken to the corresponding screen’s settings or function (visual EQ will display the actual EQ adjustment menu, compass will display the Garmin navigation map on DNX models, etc.). On DNX Garmin navigation models, the compass will actually morph into turn-by-turn lane guidance during an active route. Users can now choose exactly what they want displayed on their Kenwood

5G and the Future of Automotive IoT

By Claes Herlitz, Vice President and Head of Global Automotive Services at Ericsson

Drivers can expect to see more than 380 million connected cars on the road by 2020, according to recent research (www .businessinsider.com/internet-of-thingsconnected-smart-cars-2016-10). IoT continues to grow within transportation, mobility and beyond. We usually encounter IoT in the form of voice assistants, wearables or other connected devices. Many people don’t encounter the extent of IoT that proliferates specialized applications, industrial environments and other controlled or closed-off spaces. The explosion in connectivity and vehicles gives people more choice than ever for navigation, music and

other integrated apps. Beyond the familiar apps we can access across our smartphones and our smart cars, the imagination can run wild. Will we see new vehicle services? How will they work? How will changes improve our safety? The possibilities are exciting, and each day we’re finding new ways to reflect that imagination in the driving experience of tomorrow.

The Future of IoT in Cars To take the vehicle of the future from concept to reality, there are new steps we can take to advance beyond the car of today. In the future, IoT will begin to transform day-to-day activity through infotainment and telematics. Self-driving capabilities will expand beyond testing

multimedia home screen. Your choice of four widget panels can be displayed on the Home screen. You can save different multi-widget pages to display exactly what you want, when you want. Depending on the model, widget options can include album art of a current song, clock, compass, photo frame, visual EQ, weather, turn-by-turn Garmin navigation and more. When adding in an optional iDatalink Maestro radio replacement interface, additional widget options can include climate controls, radar detector information, tire pressure monitoring systems and more. Further user customizations have phases to tangible advantages at our fingertips. With IoT, vehicles will also continually improve with over-the-air (OTA) updates.

How 5G is Driving Us Forward Presently, tomorrow’s connected vehicle is in first gear, preparing to shift. 5G will be the clutch factor to shift innovation into high gear. The car can use 5G to balance workloads between the car and the cloud, cutting latency down to the millisecond. This fast access to data allows us to rethink the architecture within the vehicle systems. 5G will give cellular network operators the green light for roads full of connected and self-driving vehicles, using a mix of network slicing, edge computing and beamforming. However, this sprint has only just begun; once we turn the corner and see how tomorrow’s car works, then we’ll be able to decide how best to

also been added to these receivers, including the ability to change the text size, allowing for more artist/title/song information to be displayed if desired. New wallpaper selections are also available, displaying in the background on select sources. Specific widget functions do vary by model, as well as with the attached optional iDatalink Maestro radio replacement interfaces. Supported receivers the Kenwood eXcelon include DNX996XR, DDX9906XR, DDX8906S, DMX906S (mechless), as well as the Kenwood DDX8706S and DMX9706S (mechless). use it.

Sharing the Wealth Vehicle technology is evolving, and the ways we travel continue to change along with it. The IoT that functions behind the scenes in connected factories and smart distribution centers could also inform our transportation systems. As new routes are assigned, the closest vehicle could take the job or collaborate with others to maximize efficiency. In turn, this could lead to better travel options, improved resource usage, more uptime per vehicle and even fewer vehicles on the road. Even though there is some uncertainty about what lies ahead for the vehicle of the future, it paves the way for boundless potential opportunities. For more information, visit www .ericsson.com.

ANT BLAZE: The Latest in Enterprise-Scale Mesh Networking Technology By Chris Pettigrew, ANT Wireless Product Manager at Garmin Canada Inc.

ANT BLAZE is a robust and reliable enterprise-ready mesh networking technology for handling high node count IoT applications in large scale environments. Capable of operating independently of existing on-premise IT infrastructures, ANT BLAZE is a solution that targets monitoring and control applications in challenging environments. It can be used concurrently with smartphones and tablets without interfering with these Bluetooth-enabled devices. Herman Miller, a market leader in commercial environments and office furniture design, is at the forefront of bringing Internet of Things into the office and was one of the first to deploy ANT BLAZE in its product offering. ANT BLAZE allowed for a solution that was both power efficient and sensor-oriented, resulting in a robust and secure mesh network, ideal for use in corporate office environments. As a proven, highly efficient technology that effortlessly connects hundreds of nodes at once, companies interested in harnessing IoT capabilities can utilize ANT BLAZE to monitor and control processes, equipment and assets. Networks are self-forming and self-

healing, for ease of installation, commissioning and maintenance, resulting in a solution that doesn’t require any further, arduous development work. ANT BLAZE is available on D52 ANT System-on-Chip (SoC) Premium Modules from Garmin Canada Inc. bringing valuable high-node count solutions to the concurrent ANT/BLE connectivity capability of the modules. The upgraded D52 ANT SoC Module Starter Kit (D52DK2) and an Extender Kit (D52EXT1), provide developers with the development tools necessary to create and prove out their IoT use-case solutions.

About ANT ANT is an established protocol and silicon solution for ultra-low power (ULP) practical wireless networking applications. With millions of deployed nodes, ANT is perfectly suited for any kind of low data rate sensor network topologies; from peer-to-peer or star, to practical mesh; in personal area networks (PAN) which are well suited for sports, fitness, wellness and home health applications, or in local area networks (LAN) in home and IoT applications. For more information, go to www .thisisant.com/blaze or email marketing @thisisant.com.

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La Crosse Technology Innovation Founded in 1985, La Crosse Technology® is a privately held, multinational company with a small-town philosophy of providing customers with high-quality innovative products and superior customer service. La Crosse Technology designs, manufactures and markets advanced-technology weather instruments, atomic clocks (calibrated daily to the atomic time standard of the National Institute of Standards and Technology), standard clocks and other monitoring and measuring devices. It has operation centers in the United States, Europe and the Asia Pacific Region. As the exclusive selling agent, La Crosse Technology introduced atomic radio-controlled time to the U.S. market in 1991. It remains on the cutting edge of this technology in America today, with the most recent addition to its product

offering – the precise UltrAtomic® wall clock. You can find products at thousands of leading consumer electronics and outdoor retailers, specialty catalog, department stores, hardware shops and home centers across North America. “One of the unique characteristics of La Crosse Technology is that all operations, from concept research and development through manufacturing and distribution, are completed ‘in-house.’ As a result, we can take an idea from dream to the drawing board to distribution in very short order. And, we always operate on the imaginative, leading edge,” said Allan McCormick, President of La Crosse Technology. Continuing the spirit of innovation at La Crosse Technology, the newly released WiFi-enabled weather station connects you to your home anytime, any-

5G EOC from RP Digital RP Digital is offering the next generation of wireless services today. Introducing 5G EOC, its latest technological breakthrough that features rich content management systems, enterprise streaming and a social-commerce engine and secured data services all in one place. The EOC (evolution of communication) represents the paradigm shift from telephone, broadband and cable companies of the ‘70s, ‘80s and ‘90s to the wireless service companies of present day. Remarkably, the common thread between all these eras expound on the need to push for higher speeds and broader service options that push the balance and behavioral patterns of customers across the country. The role of yesterday’s telephone company was defined by speed and distance. The idea

was largely about connecting people to people. Today’s wireless industry has pierced the notion of merely connecting people to people by enabling all things to communicate everywhere. Time and distance has appeared to shrink in our current use patterns, making available the ability to experience the web like we’ve never thought possible. The introduction of LTE has changed the state of the telecom industry by erasing the borders that were once drawn and defined by GSM and CDMA bands. RP Digital believes that EOC will have as great an impact on the entire market as LTE has in recent years. The choice of staying with a carrier based on brand loyalty is now erased from consumer conscience. Brands are now sold across every carrier platform –

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software, which eliminates the need for an on-site audio console in many broadcast situations. Local talent audio can optionally be interrupted (IFB) by authorized Unity users, either fully or proportionate-

rial, our long-lasting LDI/water evident labels provide a fast, accurate indication of water intrusion into sensitive electronic devices.

Gaskets We also produce all rubber and plastic adhesive material to seal all finished specifications. Our team of experts carefully craft each customized gasket to fit every refurbishing need.

IMEI Labels Our IMEI labels are produced in a variety of sizes and materials: thermal transfer – thermal transfer labels have a smooth surface, ensuring its superior print quality. It is ideal for shipping labels, barcodes, identification labels, price tags and labels. Use with Zebra, Eltron, Fargo, Sato, NEC, Datamax and

ly. Talkback switches provide back-channel communications from the talent back to the director/producer locations. Since the audio switching is done in software, the switching is completely silent. Unity Broadcast Station hardware supports industry standard broadcast

where with the La Crosse View® app. The sleek and innovative Professional Remote Monitoring Weather Station features a gunmetal finish, which fits well in any home or office. Once paired with the state-of-the-art La Crosse View app, it is the leading weather system in providing precise indoor and outdoor environment information – right from your home’s backyard to the palm of your hand. Enjoy all of the weather information you need on the colorful, easy-to-read display or from your smart device, no matter where you are. Thanks to the built-in WiFi module, you’ll have realtime forecasts from the National Weather Service, time and date information from the National Institute of Standards and Technology, and the ability to customize personal messages on your display through the La Crosse View app. In addi-

no longer do device makers have to choose whether they will support GSM or CDMA when all carriers now operate on 4GLTE. No longer is a consumer forced to use a carrier because of area restrictions or limited choices. Today’s consumers demand best value as defined by their experience with a service provider. Having to choose between a broadband operator, wireless carrier, local telephone company and cable company should not be the choice of today’s consumer. Answering the call to this market dilemma is RP Digital, offering all services once provided by five different companies on one integrated service portal that is simple to use. It believes that simplicity and reliability over all secures market share in today’s industry. The opportunity in wireless is better now than ever before due to a demanding consumer base that seeks telecom services as the utility it was

other thermal transfer printers; direct thermal – our quality direct thermal material requires no ribbon. We recommend using for shipping, product identification, barcoding and part bins. Prints perfectly with industrial barcode printers; paper – we offer both specialty materials as well as standard options. Our top selling adhesive paper materials include: standard white matte; glossy; removable; waterproof; fluorescent colors; polyester – polyester IMEI labels are a must-have for those in the market for a waterproof, stain and tear resistant paper. Its durability prints and handles print finishing processes just like regular paper and its beautiful image and toner adhesion is unlike any other; and polypropylene – our polypropylene IMEI labels are resistant to smearing and scratching. They perform on applications such as chemical drum labeling, retail and product labeling. headsets as well as wireless UHF/VHF headset/ear-set/monitor integration. Headset connections are XLR / 1/4-inch mono, but the 1/4-inch headset output connection can be bypassed to provide direct balanced audio connections for a multitude of applications.

tion, the app allows friends and family to monitor your microenvironment via any smart device, with the convenience of no username and password necessary. The team of well-trained product developers ensures that the products look just as great as they function. From the station itself to the newly designed advanced sensors, their form is just as groundbreaking as their performance. From the casual observer to the serious weather bug, La Crosse Technology has products that appeal to any and all weather enthusiasts. La Crosse Technology’s dedication to quality and its customers allows La Crosse Technology to continue to be the world leader in atomic time and weather instruments.

For more information, go to www.lacrosse technology.com.

meant to be. The role of RP Digital’s 5G EOC Framework is to provide a best-inclass standard for the integration of mobile, social, eCommerce and secured data hosting services for customers throughout the world. Voice, data, text and cable services are viewed as fashions of data within the EOC Framework and not treated as independent service offerings. RP Digital believes the roles of tomorrow’s telecom will be to create user defined platforms that are robust and modular in scope. These platforms should be built to provide the user with seamless integration across multiple platforms. Emphasis should be placed more on the experience that affords the user the ability to toggle between social engagement and commerce. For more information, www.noitavonne.com.

Boxes In addition to our OEM ESN, IMEI and box labels, we assemble complete packaging solutions. Our boxes are manufactured with cost-effective packaging, clamshell packaging and manuals/user guides. We have witnessed repair and refurbishing companies grow from only a handful of retailers to an influx of mom-and-pop businesses. These smaller companies have praised the value that our products have added to their $100 handset. Retailers have taken advantage of our products to repair, restore and package pre-owned phones to a like-new state – increasing a $100 investment to a $250 opportunity. Allow us to show you why we are The Rare Breed. For more information, go to www.anchorgraphics.com or call 972.422.4300.

The Broadcast Station brings Unity Intercom technology into environments where real-time audio is required and is a huge cost savings compared to traditional broadcast production. Visit Unity Intercom at booth #C12028.

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AcuRite Launches Atlas Weather Station Chaney Instrument Co. has announced the release of a new weather station, the AcuRite Atlas. Built with high-precision sensor technology, Atlas allows users to connect to hyperlocal weather conditions. Atlas has the ability to track UV exposure, light intensity and lightning, in addition to monitoring temperature, humidity, rainfall, barometric pressure, wind speed and direction. Along with these new features, Atlas offers an enhanced accuracy rating within one Viking Satcom (Cont’d. from p. 1)

management. Whether it’s a large volume Cable TV or DTH roll out requiring hundreds or even thousands of axisymmetric or offset antennas ranging from 60cm to 5m in diameter, a small to medium size VSAT program, or even a requirement for 3m to 13m earth stations, the experienced sales and technical personnel at Viking Satcom will work with you to identify the correct equipment to meet both your technical and commercial requirements. Insulated Wire (Cont’d. from p. 1)

at high power levels. 1 5/8 and 7/8 EIA flange designs are also available for use with its established 4806 cable. With proven power handling of 17KW at 13.56MHz, 3KW at 1 GHz, and a range of interconnect options available, 4806 is an increasingly popular selection for broadcast transmission systems. IW 50Ω cables are used in custom configurations for high performance audio applications. Multi-coax composites using stranded center conductor cables are employed due to extremely low attenuation achieved by its low density PTFE proprietary lamination process and silver plated copper conductor and double shield design. Founded in 1970, Insulated Wire, Artel Video Systems (Cont’d. from p. 1)

and simplicity in response to requests by our customers. BSD: What gives Artel the most pride?

MR: We’re very proud of our 35-year history of supplying technology solutions to Fortune 500 service providers, global broadcasters and cable operators. Supporting live global events like the Olympics, the Super Bowl, the World Cup, political events, many other professional sports broadcasts and many other mission critical events.

BSD: Are you launching any new prodAcromove (Cont’d. from p. 4)

DC operation, can connect directly to a solar panel and has a 392Wh built-in UPS that provides power for up to four hours with everything up and running. ServerPack EDGE is a unique portable NAS using an 8-core Xeon processor (optional 16-core) with up to

degree, improved durability and more frequent readings. The launch of products like AcuRite Atlas is part of an increasing smart home technology trend providing home and business owners with highly accurate, actionable, personalized information. Weather stations are sought-after by a wide variety of audiences from industry professionals like landscapers and farmers, to personal at-home users interested in outdoor activities and the latest tech-

Viking Satcom is also an industry leader in the supply of motorized TVRO and VSAT antennas, offering cost effective motorized and controlled solutions for its TVRO antennas, with sizes ranging from 3m to 4.8m, to its VSAT offset antennas, with sizes ranging from 1.8m to 3.8m. All of Viking Satcom's antennas are offered with different mounting options, too, from cost effective simple ground pole solutions, to kingpost mounts and non-penetrating roof mounts. Along with motorized antennas, Viking Satcom also offers a wide range in motorized feed systems for automat-

Inc. developed a unique PTFE lamination process and applied it to the manufacturing of wire and cable. This process allowed IW to manufacture products of unprecedented reliability along with smaller diameters. Combining the lamination process with a patented shield design allowed IW to become one of the leaders in low loss microwave transmission lines utilizing both solid and expanded PTFE dielectrics. In 1988, IW expanded its operations and created the IW Microwave Products Division, which offers a wide range of microwave cable assemblies that operate from the low MHz to 70 GHz in frequency. These cables, coupled with a broad array of connectors, allow IW to create custom assemblies for both military and commercial applications. IW strives to stay ahead of the ever-

ucts this year?

MR: We are showcasing several products and solutions in 2019. SMART SuperNode, a 100Gbps softwaredefined video over IP adaptation solution for large capacity video 'on-boarding' applications. SMART J2K, a feature of the SMART Multimedia Delivery Platform, a software-defined solution providing operational efficiency. SMPTE ST2110 Solutions: SMPTE ST2110 encapsulation and de-encapsulation, and SMPTE ST2110 to ST2022 transcoding of ST2110 essence streams. QUARRA 1G and 10G family of PTP aware managed IP Switches. The QUARRA PTP aware managed IP 112TB raw storage (90TB with RAID6). All internal components are shock-mounted and the Pelican case it comes in is IP67rated for water and dust protection. Stored data is protected with AES-256 encryption and the enclosure is tamper-resistant. The system is sized to ship as airline luggage for economy and weighs about 65 pounds with disks for inexpensive shipping.

nology gadgets. Atlas allows users to quickly and easily access their data, archive it so they can look back and analyze historical information, and share it with fellow weather enthusiasts. Consumers are able to choose how they view their information, either on a high-definition touchscreen display or through remote monitoring, or both. The high-definition indoor touchscreen display offers a quick snapshot of the day’s high and low records and graphs for each measurement to track trends. The display features an SD card slot for longterm storage of weather data.

ic control of feed polarization. With an extensive line of feed products, Viking Satcom offers both fixed and motorized feeds for axisymmetric and offset antennas in C, X, Ku and Ka-band frequencies. Viking Satcom also offers a wide range in quick-deploy antennas, including both Flyaway and Manpak antennas, ranging in sizes of 1m to 2.4m, for Cband, X-band, Ku-band and Ka-band Tx/Rx operation. These lightweight and cost-effective antennas consist of durable sectional reflectors with quick deploying tripod mounts, and rugged cases for changing military/commercial microwave markets by implementing new products and processes. These include cables with stable phase performance over both temperature and flexure, its Tuf-Flex™ cables which offer compression resistance up to 250 pounds per linear inch, polyurethane jacketed cables for low smoke/zero halogen applications and stranded center conductor cable for increased flexibility. Its high performance 75 Ω cables are being used in the video tracking and surveillance areas of UAVs, and satellite launch vehicles. IW has developed special procedures to work with the increasing demand for smaller cables and connectors without compromising performance. IW’s engineering staff can help with questions that may occur during any phase of a project. This includes assisEthernet switch is being featured at NAB’s IP Showcase. ARQ IP Streaming Systems, a solution for transport of contribution video over unmanaged networks. Now demonstrating RIST interoperability at NAB. BSD: Who are Artel customers?

MR: We work with global and regional broadcasters, service providers and integrator pro-audiovisual market supporting live content/events. We also work with organizations involved in general broadcasting applications for live events, such as enterprise and government entities. BSD: How do your products or services

About Acromove Inc. Acromove Inc. manufactures hyper-converged portable NAS servers and Thunderbolt RAID systems for moving large datasets and edge computing workflows. Newly incorporated in the USA in March 2017, Acromove is the former MotionFX, established in Athens, Greece, in 2014 but with roots that go

Atlas can provide remote monitoring from any device – mobile or desktop, including via the My AcuRite smartphone app. This feature lets users view data from anywhere, even at work or on vacation, allowing them to stay connected. Customizable alerts and notifications inform of changing weather conditions that might need attention. Atlas has the capability to integrate with Amazon Echo for convenient, personalized weather reports from Alexa. For more information, visit www .acurite.com.

transportation and storage. As a preferred master distributor for companies such as Norsat International, Terrasat and NJRC, Viking Satcom can also offer its customers the very finest quality and performing LNB, BUC and SSPA/HPA products in the industry at very competitive prices. Most of these products are in stock at Viking Satcom and can be offered for quick delivery. For more information, go to www.vikingsatcom.com, call 517.629.3000 or visit Outdoor Exhibits booth #OE11050.

tance for cable/connector configuration in racks, "black boxes," and other systems where transmission line performance is critical, specialized custom designs and anything in between. IW can also be on-site to help with cable routing and installation. Engineering support is also available for optimal cable/connector selection for unique applications. IW operates two facilities; headquarters and cable manufacturing are located in Bayport, New York, and the Microwave Products Division, responsible for the production and sale of all microwave assemblies, is located in Bethel, Connecticut. For more information, visit booth #SU11104, go to www.iw-microwave .com, call 203.791.1999 or email sales@iw-microwave.com.

help your customers compete in their marketplaces?

MR: We provide operational and efficient solutions that are simple to deploy. The company also takes pride in customer support through a clear recognition of the importance of supporting missioncritical primary feeds for sports, news and other live events. The Artel Care department offers customer support options that are available to meet support needs throughout the life of Artel equipment.

For more information, visit booth #SU8107, go to www.artel.com or call 978.263.5775.

back to 2001. The founders are pioneers in the field of digital video hard disk recording systems.

For more information, visit booth #SL114LMR, email info@acromove.com or go to www.acromove.com. Follow the company on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn.