The Society of Broadcast Engineers

The Association for Broadcast and Multimedia Technology Professionals

ATSC 3.0 – Datacasting and Public Safety Applications

August 20, 2026 | 2 p.m. ET

This webinar provides an overview of the technology driving ATSC 3.0, including the enhanced viewer experience and the ability to use deliver data for non-viewer applications. The presenter will also provide his view of the current deployment of this exciting technology.

Instructor

Fred EngelFred Engel, CPBE, ATSC3, Fred Engel Technology Consulting, LLC.

Fred Engel, CPBE, ATSC3, a life member of the SBE, is a distinguished leader in the broadcast media industry, widely recognized for his expertise in advanced television technologies and public safety communications. Throughout his career, Mr. Engel has been instrumental in the development and deployment of innovative applications for ATSC 3.0, the next-generation broadcast standard established by the Advanced Television Systems Committee (ATSC). His leadership and technical achievements have earned national and international recognition.  He spent nearly 30 years at WTTW/Chicago, served as VP of broadcasting at one of the largest systems integration firms, led technology efforts at Kentucky Educational Television for six years, and finished his full-time career as chief technology officer at PBS North Carolina.  He currently serves on the ATSC Board of Directors and is continuing work with his own company, Fred Engel Technology Consulting LLC. 

SBE Recertification Credit

The completion of a webinar from Webinars by SBE qualifies for 1 credit, identified under Category I of the Recertification Schedule for SBE Certifications.

Registration and Pricing

SBE Members: $90
MemberPlus Members: Free
Non-Members: $120

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Questions?

If you have questions regarding this course, contact Cathy Orosz via email or by phone at 317-846-9000.

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