FCC Releases Updates to TVStudy Software

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The new version fixes an issue that caused new low power television stations to be considered incorrectly in TV Interference Check studies

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WASHINGTON—The Federal Communications Commission’s Office of Engineering and Technology and the Media Bureau have released updated TVStudy software (v2.3.1).

TVStudy is open-source software developed by the agency to analyze the coverage area, population served, and potential signal interference when evaluating channel changes and station repacking for full-service digital and Class A television stations.

The TVStudy v2.3.1 software installation package, the TVStudy 2.3.1 Installation and Upgrade Guide, and the post-auction template XML file are all available on the TVStudy website at http://www.fcc.gov/oet/tvstudy.

As with prior updates, a full list of changes from TVStudy v2.3 is included in the “Differences Between 2.3.1 and 2.3.0” section of the Change Log in the TVStudy 2.3.1 Installation and Upgrade Guide.

The FCC reported that TVStudy 2.3.1 corrects an issue that caused applications for new low power television stations to be considered incorrectly in TV Interference Check studies. TVStudy 2.3.1 also corrects a number of minor issues throughout the software, and adds a handful of minor features.

For further information regarding the TVStudy software and to submit bug reports, contact Mark Colombo at (202) 418-7611 or Mark.Colombo@fcc.gov.

George Winslow
George Winslow

George Winslow is the senior content producer for TV Tech. He has written about the television, media and technology industries for nearly 30 years for such publications as Broadcasting & Cable, Multichannel News and TV Tech. Over the years, he has edited a number of magazines, including Multichannel News International and World Screen, and moderated panels at such major industry events as NAB and MIP TV. He has published two books and dozens of encyclopedia articles on such subjects as the media, New York City history and economics.