Monthly Archives: July 2011
X Games Live: ESPN Kicks “5D” Approach Up a Notch
Written on July 29, 2011 at 10:04 am, by Jason Dachman, Editorial Director, U.S.
X Games has always been known as a breeding ground for technology and innovation, so it comes as no surprise that that the 17th incarnation of Summer X will serve […] More
X Games Live: L.A. Live, Staples Center Get Exclusive
Written on July 29, 2011 at 9:48 am, by Jason Dachman, Editorial Director, U.S.
This week, the notoriously traffic-ridden streets of Downtown Los Angeles have once again been invaded by ESPN for its annual display of high-flying, trick-landing excellence – the Summer X Games. […] More
Ross Video Opens R&D Lab in Boston
Written on July 29, 2011 at 9:37 am, by Brandon Costa, Director of Digital
The members of 3G Engineering, a consulting company, began full time employment for Ross Video early July 2011. Many people would know the founders of 3G Engineering – Roger Smith, Paul […] More
Integrated Media Technologies Announces Mobile Device Managed Services
Written on July 29, 2011 at 9:16 am, by Brandon Costa, Director of Digital
Integrated Media Technologies (IMT) announced new managed services for tablet computers and mobile devices. IMT’s Mobile Device Managed Services (MDMS) offers IT organizations the ability to increase workforce productivity with comprehensive solutions […] More
ESPN’s NASCAR Coverage Shifts into High Gear with Brickyard 400
Written on July 29, 2011 at 9:05 am, by Karen Hogan Ketchum
For Allen Bestwick, time wasn’t flying fast enough. “I’m getting an on airplane to Indy tomorrow,” said the lap-by-lap anchor, barely able to contain his enthusiasm, “and I had to […] More
Vinten Vector 75 Takes Up Residence at Fenway Park
Written on July 29, 2011 at 8:49 am, by Brandon Costa, Director of Digital
For cameraman Tom Guilmette, who specializes in sports action shooting, rock-solid support is a must. A long-time user of equipment by Vinten, a Vitec Group brand, Guilmette has long relied […] More
Yamaha to hold “Four Days of Training” at Manhattan Center Studios
Written on July 29, 2011 at 8:43 am, by Brandon Costa, Director of Digital
Yamaha Commercial Audio Systems will hold “Four Days of Training” on August 9-12 at Manhattan Center Studios, 311 West 34th St. (between 8th & 9th Ave.) in New York City. […] More
Andrew Setos, Fox’s President of Engineering, Leaves Company
Written on July 29, 2011 at 8:05 am, by Karen Hogan Ketchum
Andrew Setos is leaving the Fox Group, where he served as president of engineering since 2002. An integral part of the Fox Sports team, Setos pioneered the use of high […] More
Ratings Roundup: Live Poker Scores for ESPN; WNBA All-Star Game Most Watched Since ‘07
Written on July 29, 2011 at 7:07 am, by Brandon Costa, Director of Digital
ESPN’s first-ever daily live coverage of the World Series of Poker Main Event last week drew big improvements over last year. According to the Nielsen ratings, the 10 telecasts on […] More
Venue News: Leafs Fight for ‘Gardens’ Legacy; Lightning Arena Gets Facelift
Written on July 29, 2011 at 7:00 am, by Karen Hogan Ketchum
Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment (MLSE), fighting to preserve the legacy of the iconic Maple Leaf Gardens, has sought an injunction against the current co-owners of the building, Ryerson University […] More