Everything about Chapter 124 is summed up in the monthly
June 2010 Newsletter
(below the list of advertisers)
| Representative | Web site |
Business
card |
|---|---|---|
| Tom Abbott | Belden Electronics Division |  |
| Michael Bach WB6FFC |
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| Larry Bloomfield KA6UTC |
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| Al Jason | Harris Broadcast (Radio) |  |
| Tom Franklin | Norcom |  |
| Edward Forke | Shively Labs |  |
| Matt Granard | Westlake Electronic Supply |  |
| Joe Harrington | Harrington Tower Services |  |
| Gray Hearting | Gray Frierson Hearting & Associates |  |
| Bryan Jones | Broadcast Electronics |  |
| Matt Leland | Dielectric |  |
| John Pierce | Tektronix |  |
| Robert Rogers | Broadcast Tower Services |  |
| Larry Sayer | Rohde & Schwarz |  |
| Debbie Storz | Econco |  |
| Ellis Terry | Nautel |  |
| Bob Trimble N7IYI |
RF Specialties |  |
| Michael Troje | Continental Electronics |  |
| Brian Walker | Professional Video & Tape, Inc. |  |
Snail mail:
SBE Chapter 124
PO Box 1727
Portland, OR 97207-1727
You may use excerpts if attributed to the original
source and
"Water Cooled Newsletter" SBE Chapter 124, Portland, OR
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| WHEN: |
Tuesday June 8th, Noon |
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| WHERE: | Buffalo Gap Saloon &
Eatery 6835 SW Macadam (at California) Portland 503-244-7111 |
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| WHAT: |
Al Jason, Harris
Broadcast District Sales Manager-Radio Products, will bring Timothy B.
Anderson, CSRE/CBNT/DRB, Manager, Harris Strategic Radio Product
Development.
Tim will be presenting on a number of topics of interest surrounding the future digital radio, including the HD Radio power increase, advanced digital services such as multimedia and graphical content, and a preview of some of the latest radio transmitter developments at Harris.
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The Eugene meeting is usually the day after the Portland meeting.
The Medford meeting is usually two days after the Portland meeting.
The Portland meetings are held at lunchtime on the second Tuesday of every month. Everyone is welcome to attend the meetings. When you get to the Buffalo Gap, go in the SW California Street-side door, turn left, and go upstairs. We have the whole upper floor, which has its own bathrooms. Be sure to get there early, because after the Gap's parking lot fills up you'll be searching the narrow streets for blocks around to find a place to park. For more information on Chapter 124 in Portland/Vancouver/Salem, contact Chapter Chair Ev Helm, e-mail chairman at sbe124 dot org, or call him at 503-977-7752. For a map and directions see http://www.sbe124.org/SBE124_maps.html .
Larry Bloomfield KA6UTC of Chapter 76 in Eugene, brought his annual Taste of NAB Roadshow to Portland for the first of 58 stops.
Go to http://www.tech-notes.tv/2010/01-Portland.htm to see 18 pictures of the presentation, and to find out who won the door prizes.
The Folks from Digital Broadcast will present their latest Technology. (Lunch will be covered)
by Kent Randles K7YXZ CBRE
Senior Engineer, Entercom-Portland
Co-Chair, Portland/Vancouver LAECC
Chapter Secretary/Newsletter Editor
secretary at sbe124 dot org
From http://eetimessupplynetwork.com/224400778;jsessionid=4YOBR33JONF3DQE1GHRSKH4ATMY32JVN
PORTLAND, Ore.—Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. has posted a 3-D TV health warning on its Australian web site describing a long list of hazards potentially associated with the technology. The warning is reminiscent of the concerns which plagued the fledgling virtual-reality market a decade ago.
Samsung's posting, titled, "Photosensitive Seizure Warning and Other Health Risks," runs through a short list of serious maladies that can be triggered as a result of viewing 3-D TV, the worst of which is a stroke or epileptic seizure. The warning also describes a long list of symptoms to watch out for—especially in children and teenagers—including altered vision, lightheadedness, dizziness, involuntary movements such as eye or muscle twitching, confusion, nausea, convulsions, cramps, disorientation and "loss of awareness."
Lesser evils that 3-D TV may cause, according to Samsung, are motion sickness, perceptual "after effects," eye strain, "decreased postural stability," headaches and fatigue. Taking breaks is advised as a quick fix for any of these symptoms. The warning advises people suffering from symptoms against drinking alcohol, watching when tired or watching if you are in "bad physical condition."
The warning states that viewers can damage their eyesight by sitting too close or by walking around outside wearing 3-D glasses. The warning also advises against placing a3-D TV too close to "open stairwells, cables, balconies or other objects that may cause you to injure yourself."
There are 14 FM HD signals (eleven with HD2, one also with HD3) and three AM HD signals on the air in the Portland market. Go here for a complete list.
There are now over 1000 multicast stations and 100 HD Radios to choose from. See http://www.hdradio.com/buyers_guide.php.
Clear Channel-Portland turned on the HD signals for 106.7 KLTH and 107.5 KXJM. They both have HD2's as well, with 106.7's HD2 playing 50 & 60's oldies as "The Real Oldies Channel," and 107.5's playing soft R&B.
Both stations have new Nautel NV20 transmitters for HD, capable of 6 kW of digital only. Both stations are eligible to increase HD power to 10% of analog. They are the first two stations at the Sylvan Tower site to use the HD input of the new Dielectric combiner and antenna.
Tuesday, June 22nd, 2010 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Tektronix, Inc. 14150 SW Karl Braun Drive Beaverton, OR 97077 Building 50- Auditorium MAP
Please join Tektronix and Advanced Broadcast Solutions for a chance to learn about innovative solutions from Tektronix for Digital Television and MPEG!
Demonstration and Presentation Topics
Audio Loudness Embedded Audio, Dolby Digital (AC-3) and DialNorm ATSC Recommendation A/85 and the LKFS meter A/V Delay Issues and Trouble Shooting
Broadcast Data Ancillary Data Analysis including Closed Captioning and AFD
Color Gamut and Monitoring Understanding Color Gamut compliance
MPEG Testing & Monitoring Testing Requirements Analyzing a Transport Stream
Agenda 8:30 a.m.- 9:00 a.m. - Registration 9:00 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.- Presentations and Demonstrations 12:30 p.m.- 1:00 p.m.- Measuring Picture and Video Quality Presentation/Lunch -Lunch will be provided during the seminar session for registered attendees courtesy of Tektronix and Advanced Broadcast Solutions
The seminar will be lead by Steve Holmes, Sr. Application Engineer. Steve has been with Tektronix for 12 years and has over 25 years of video experience. Prior to working at Tektronix, Steve spent 20 years installing, teaching, engineering, and managing Video and CATV systems. Today, Steve consults and teaches test methodologies for Broadcast, Studio, Cable and Manufacturing for customers based in the Western United States and Western Canada.
Please register by responding to miriam.ponce at tek dot com by 06/20//2010.
We are
currently looking for a Technology Project Manager with an interest in digital
broadcast systems. Individual is responsible conceptualizing, budgeting,
purchasing, supervising installation, testing, and commissioning of new
technology projects. Acts as network administrator for the stations business and
technical networks. Works hands on as necessary to install new systems, affect
repairs, and keep technical equipment running optimally. Requires supervision of
staff involved in installation and repair of hardware and software on the
stations technical and business systems. Will train station personnel in proper
use of new systems. Coordinates with Corporate Technology Department on network
topology, network security, and configuration. Individual is also responsible
for working with Corporate on Sarbanes Oxley reviews and documentation
Position requires excellent
communication skills with ability to communicate complex instructions to station
personnel. College degree preferred with courses in specific areas of computer
and maintenance, Microsoft and Cisco certifications a plus. Individual must be a
certified Network Administrator (CAN). Requires five years experience in the
maintenance and operation of computer and network systems.
Deadline: June 18, 2010
Send cover letter and resume to:
Human Resources, KGW, 1501 SW Jefferson, Portland, OR 97201
Phone: 503-226-5000
Fax: 503-226-5158
Email: hr8 at kgw dot com
Website: http://www.kgw.com
From http://www.opb.org/insideopb/careers/jobs/ - Also at http://www.sbe124.org/jobs.html
This temporary position earns $17 to $21 an hour, depending on qualifications. Primary Duties/Responsibilities: This position serves as a fill-in announcer/host on OPB Radio. S/he announces program continuity, monitors broadcasts during shift, and operates/interacts with the digital broadcast board and other broadcast equipment, including the automation system. This position may serve as newscaster and/or assist in production and fundraising. Working Conditions: This position works in OPB's Portland studios and is scheduled at least once a week and for additional shifts as needed. A typical shift for this position ranges from 4 to 8 hours on weekends and/or late weeknights with the possibility of some weekday afternoons. S/he may need to lift and carry equipment of up to 40 lbs. Minimum Position Requirements:
* Broadcast experience as announcer/board operator
* Pleasant voice and excellent on-air reading skills
* Excellent writing and listening skills
* Must be capable of operating broadcast equipment
* Must be computer literate
* Able to make appropriate decisions under stress
* Genuine enthusiasm for the services and mission of Oregon Public Broadcasting.
Preferred:
* News background
* Radio production experience
To apply:
* Send your resume, a cover letter that provides specific information
regarding your experience as an announcer, and an audition tape (can be a CD,
mp3 or a link) to hr@opb.org or OPB Human Resources, 7140 SW Macadam Ave.,
Portland, OR 97219. Please keep in mind that recruitment materials will not be
returned.
* This position is open until filled.
The Society of Broadcast Engineers has
announced the opening of the SBE University; a series of on-line, on-demand
courses designed to bring expert instruction on a variety of technical
radio and television topics to broadcast engineers at an affordable price.
Beat the recession with these all-new, affordable "nuts and bolts" courses available to take anytime at your convenience. No travel, hotel or other costs to eat up your limited training budget, these courses are developed by experts for the SBE.
The Society of Broadcast Engineers offers numerous levels and types of certifications for broadcast technicians and engineers.
Operator Level Certifications
Broadcast Networking Certification
Engineering Level Certifications
Specialist Certifications
Exams are given several times a year locally, and annually at the NAB Convention in Las Vegas.
Exam schedule:
| Exam Date/Window | Location | Application Deadline |
| November 5-15 | Local Chapters | September 17 |
For information, e-mail our Chapter Certification Chair, Eric Margeson at certification at sbe124 dot org.
The new SBE CertPreview will be a download from the SBE website or you may choose to have the CD mailed to you. The program will be installed onto your computer and will be machine specific. The program will be available for Windows and Mac. Each sample test contains 100-150 questions typical of those found on an actual exam. You will take the exam in its entirety and be able to mark and review questions before scoring your sample exam. By scoring the exam, you will be given a percentage and a breakdown of categories contained within the exam. This will help you identify your strengths and weaknesses. You will also be able to revisit questions that you answered wrong.
Cost is: $29 for the download (per test)
or $33 for the CD (per test)
add $3 per CD for shipping/handling
* Multiple tests can be purchased on one CD
Click here for the fillable order form
From Jack Roland KEØVH
The net meets on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month (except in August) at 10 AM Pacific Time. In Denver on the WA2YZT repeater, on 146.805 and 447.175 with a pl of 186.2. AND, through the Internet Radio Linking Project on the Denver Reflector Node #9615.
To find a node in your area you can go to the www.irlp.net website, click on the "Node Info" on the left, then click on the "List of nodes and frequencies" in the middle of the page. In a moment a full list of node numbers, cities, countries and the like will appear and do a page search for you city. When the node is highlighted click on the node number and that repeater information will appear, usually with contact information of the trustee/repeater owner. When you have done this and are able to access your node (usually at 4 digit code on the local repeater unless it is a closed club system), you will want to connect to the Denver Reflector Node #9615. . See also www.wa2yzt.com
If you need further help contact me at KEØVH at qsl dot net .
[The participating Portland node is 3420, N7PIR at 440.450 with a PL of 103.5 Hz, now located on the Skyline Tower. SBE 124 <1 GHz frequency coordinator Mike Steiner KD6LVP is the trustee. See http://www.qsl.net/n7pir .]
For southwestern Washington and ALL of Oregon: >1 GHz call Ev Helm W7EEH at 503-977-7752, fax 503 293-4877, or e-mail microwave at sbe124.org; <1 GHz call Mike Steiner KD6LVP at 503-235-8517, fax 503-231-4624, or e-mail under1gig at sbe124.org.
You can browse the database at http://www.sbe124.org/part_74/.
If you are not IN the database, you are NOT coordinated.
At noon on the second Tuesday of every month, broadcast engineers in Portland meet at The Buffalo Gap Saloon & Eatery, 6835 SW Macadam (at SW California), 503-244-7111. Enter on the California side, take the first left, and go up the stairs. We have the entire 2nd floor and our own bathrooms. Get there early, because after the Gap's lot fills up, you'll be searching the narrow streets for blocks around to find a place to park. For more information on the restaurant see http://www.thebuffalogap.com . For directions, go to http://www.sbe124.org/SBE124_maps.html. For chapter information call Chapter 124 Chair Ev Helm at 503-977-7752, or e-mail chairman at sbe124 dot org. As usual, anyone, member or not, is welcome to attend.
