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January 2009 Meeting Notice

Society of Motion Picture & Television Engineers DC Section


DATE: Thursday January 22, 2008 <- NOTE SPECIAL DATE!!


TIME:
6:30 pm  -  Social, Networking and Refeshments
7:30 pm  -  Meeting

LOCATION:
National Association of Broadcasters
1771 N Street, NW
Washington, DC 20036
202-429-5300

PROGRAM:
DTV Transition: White Spaces and Other Issues

Description:
The "White Spaces" controversy (in which the FCC plans to allow a range of unlicensed RF devices to operate in unused TV channels) is of great concern to users of wireless mics, intercoms, IFBs and other wireless gear.  The potential for interference is also a concern for DTV television broadcasaters.  What is really going on, and is the problem as serious as some suggest?  What other issues may be of concern to wireless users?  What can wireless users expect come February 19?

Return to NAB Headquarters for a second meeting ont the DTV Transition, focusing on issues affecting both broadcasters and users of wireless equipment.  Speakers will include representatives from broadcasting, equipment manufacturers and end-user organizations.  IF you need to know the state of affairs, be there!

Please note:  SMPTE meetings are open to all SMPTE members and to non-members.  There is no charge for attendance.


DIRECTIONS:
The NAB building is at the corner of 18th & N Streets, NW, just south of Dupont Circle. There is street and garage parking on many blocks in the vicinity - check signs and meters for hours!  The closest Metro stops are DuPont Circle - South (Red line - two blocks), Farragut North (Red Line) and Farragut West (Orange/Blue lines - both about 1/4 mile walk up Connecticut Ave).


UPCOMING EVENTS:
Feb 19:  HD Camera Setup Tutorial - Leader Instruments (Location TBA)
March:   The Newseum

April:      No Meeting (NAB)
May:      Annual NAB Wrap-up meeting.


NEXT MANAGER'S MEETING:
TBD, Location WUSA-TV9

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