NEW! Unlock the Future of Media with a Live Practical ST 2110 Training!
Join us at the Summit on Thursday, October 24, for an exclusive training session on Practical ST 2110, designed by industry experts Karl Kuhn and Leigh Whitcomb. This hands-on course will empower you with the latest knowledge and skills to navigate your migration to IP in the evolving media landscape. Attendees will also have the opportunity to take an offline quiz to reinforce their learning and upon successful completion receive a SMPTE certificate, recognizing your expertise in ST 2110 Applications and enhancing your professional standing in the media industry.
Here's why you can't afford to miss it:
Stay Ahead of the Curve: Learn why migrating to IP is essential and how it can transform your operations.
Expert Insights: Gain in-depth understanding from renowned professionals on planning, designing, and deploying ST 2110 networks.
Real-World Applications: Get hands-on experience with the nuts and bolts of ST 2110, including PTP best practices and network design.
Career Advancement: Enhance your credentials with a prestigious SMPTE certificate, demonstrating your expertise in cutting-edge media technology.
Meet the Instructors
Leigh Whitcomb: The training will be led by Leigh Whitcomb, who has 31 years of experience in the broadcast industry from his time working at Imagine Communications. Most recent roles include the Engineering Product Owner of Imagine Communications' SNP product line. He is actively involved in SMPTE ST 2110 Professional Media over Managed IP Networks and SMPTE ST 2059 Genlock Over IP. A SMPTE Fellow, Whitcomb holds a bachelor’s degree in computer engineering from the University of Waterloo, ON, Canada, and a master’s degree in electrical and computer engineering from the University of Toronto, ON, Canada. He is the co-inventor of several patents in the areas of networking and timing and synchronization.
Karl Kuhn founded Sherwood Insights L.L.C. to provide technology training, leadership coaching and mentoring for corporate clients and individuals looking to reach new levels of success. During his 45+ year video career, Karl held various leadership positions at major providers of video technology which included Principal Solutions Architect and R&D Inventor. Karl was raised to SMPTE Fellow in 2015. He holds three U.S. patents and one Japanese patent covering In-service Testing of Digital Broadcast Video. Karl is a contributing author to the 11th edition of the National Association of Broadcasters Engineering Handbook responsible for Chapter 2.9 covering “Digital Video Standards and Practices.” He is a past SMPTE Eastern Region Governor and past SMPTE North American Sections Director. Karl is also a Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) through the Project Management Institute from George Washington University.
What You Will Learn:
Block 1 – Essentials
- Why migrate to IP?
- Understanding key differences and design concerns
- Effective staff preparation and high-potential staff retention strategies
- Collaborating with system integrators and vendors
- New test and monitoring methodologies
Block 2 – Nuts and Bolts
- Planning and designing a fully redundant ST 2110 network
- Best practices for ST 2022-7 and ST 2059 deployment
- Detailed insights on PTP security and time in the cloud
- Practical examples and group activities to solidify your learning
Reserve Your Spot Today!
When: Thursday, October 24 from 9:30am - 3:30pm
Location: Loews Hollywood Hotel
Total Duration: 5 hours of learning interaction (lunch is included)
Course Testing Fee: $50 (in addition to an All-Access or Thursday Summit Registration Package)
Space is limited to 70 participants. To register, you can add this to an All-Access or Thursday Registration package for the Summit.
