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Modernizing Public Safety Communications With Upgraded Broadcast Technology
America’s TV stations are leaping into the future with a new technology called ATSC 3.0 – or “NextGen TV.” This new over-the-air service is now available with an antenna and a compatible TV receiver.
gives local TV broadcasters the ability to offer better pictures and sound for viewers, but it also opens the door to stronger tools to enhance public safety – both directly to viewers and for agency or departmental communications:
- WAKE UP ALERTS: The ability to “wake up” a receiver to provide alerts.
- RICH MEDIA VIA BROADCAST: TV stations can send rich media such as video and informative maps to viewers. Local public safety officials working with local stations can also develop private networks for agency communications.
- A MOBILE FUTURE: Uniting the resiliency of broadcast infrastructure with the ubiquity of mobile devices can save lives.
The AWARN Alliance works to save lives and protect communities by leveraging advanced emergency alerting, news, and information powered by the ATSC 3.0 broadcast standard. Contact Dave Arland at AWARN: Dave@AWARN.org
Digital Alert Systems is a leading provider of emergency communication solutions, delivering advanced alerting technology that ensures critical information reaches the public swiftly and reliably. Trusted by broadcasters, cable operators, and government agencies, their systems are designed to meet stringent regulatory requirements while enhancing public safety. With a commitment to innovation and resilience, Digital Alert Systems empowers organizations to stay prepared and connected when it matters most.
Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 180 television stations in 82 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest; and the nation’s largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. Sinclair’s AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found www.sbgi.net.
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“A Lighthouse in a Storm: Leveraging Broadcast Spectrum and Technology to Save Lives”