Dennis Thompson
“Measure TWICE, Cut ONCE.” I believe that’s the phrase I’ve heard the do-it-yourself builder guys and gals say on the many home improvement shows I get to QC at the TV station. If our industry had such a phrase it might read like this: “Check TWICE, transmit ONCE”. Looking at the FCC’s summary of enforcement actions, and the increasing fines, there are more than a few things to check twice. more…
Dennis Thompson
It has been said that: nothing is foolproof to a sufficiently talented fool. I seem to have no problem proving this as I wander around the TV station. Setting off an alarm with an errant click of a mouse is a daily occurrence for me. more…
Dennis Thompson
The spectrum real estate wars continue. The Wireless Association, CTIA has requested to the FCC that spectrum from the recently reallocated broadcast auxiliary service (BAS) be reclaimed for commercial use. more…
Dennis Thompson
Most of you probably already know that the SBE 66 community lost one of its long-time engineers when Randy Stover passed away on December 27th. Randy had been the radio frequency coordinator for the Central Valley more…
Dennis Thompson
Many thanks to Joe Falcone, Doug Mullin, and JVC for a fine meeting last month. This months meeting is a non hosted event at the HomeTown Buffet. Please pay as you enter, and grab a chair in the back banquet room. Bring any ideas you may have for the Chapter in 2013. We certainly have had an exciting year with many informative presentations. more…
–Hosted Lunch–
District Sales Manager/Professional Video Products
Doug Mullin 
Regional Sales Engineer/Digital Division
series of cameras that will fit News and Production requirements. Information on how the camera can use Wi-Fi to transmit video files to any location. The cameras can shoot in many formats and can be set up for editing to get around the Log and Transfer requirements of today. Also, an up-close look at LCD monitors. Multiple use, 24”, 21”, 17”, 9”, 7” and 5” LCD’s will be shown.
–Meet in the back banquet room–
Dennis Thompson
As expected, this years Meadow Lakes picnic was a blast. Thanks to all those who brought tasty food and drink, plus a special thanks to our Chairman Ken Holden for once again toiling over the hot coals preparing the tri-tip. I’ve included a few photos of the event shot by Jim Erbe (W6NIF). more…
Dennis Thompson
Dennis Thompson
