Sponsors
    MaxxKonnectSublight EngineeringVertical Technology Services
    2025 Picnic
    Who: You!
    What: SBE Chapter 37 Annual Picnic & Board Nominations
    When: September 26, 2026 at 12:00 PM
    Where: WFED-AM Transmitter Site - Register Here
    Address: 2015 University Blvd West
    Wheaton, MD 20902 United States

    Sponsors: MaxxKonnect , Sublight Engineering PLLC , and Vertical Technology Services

    The SBE Chapter 37 annual picnic at the WFED (formerly WTOP) historical art deco transmitter site in picturesque Wheaton, MD will be held on Saturday September 26th, starting at 12 noon.   

    The picnic is an opportunity to meet with broadcast engineering friends along with their families, spouses, and significant others. As usual, we'll tell a few "war stories" and dine on traditional grilled picnic fare. Expect burgers, hot dogs, soda, chips, etc to be provided, and feel free to bring something to share with your fellow engineers if you wish.

     
    AntennaFest 2026
    with Gary Cavell, Brian Kaplon, Jeff Welton, Nick Paulin, David Gates, Cory Edwards, Dan Glavin, Steve Wilde, and Alex Perchevitch
    Featuring
    Garrison CavellBrian KaplonJeff WeltonNick Paulin, ERIDavid GatesCory Edwards, DielectricDan GlavinSteve Wilde, AATAlex Perchevitch
    Sponsors
    American Amplifier TechnologiesAmerican Tower CorporationCesium CommunicationsDielectricElectronic Research IncGatesAir LogoJampro AntennasNautelSCMS Inc. LogoSouth-Tek Systems
    AntennaFest 2026
    Who: Gary Cavell, Brian Kaplon, Jeff Welton, Nick Paulin, David Gates, Cory Edwards, Dan Glavin, Steve Wilde, and Alex Perchevitch
    What: AntennaFest 2026
    When: October 6, 2026 at 9:00 AM
    Where: WETA TV & FM - Register Here
    Address: 3939 Campbell Avenue
    Arlington, VA 22206 United States

    Sponsors: American Amplifier Technologies , American Tower Corporation , Cesium Communications , Dielectric , Electronics Research Inc , GatesAir , Jampro Antenna , Nautel , SCMS , and South-Tek Systems

    AntennaFest is Back!

    Join SBE Chapter 37, Washington DC for AntennaFest 2026, a full day event celebrating antenna systems, combining, and all things RF.

    AntennaFest 2025 covered many aspects of shared transmission site technology. Building on the feedback from attendees and presenters last year, we heard there was much more to learn and people eager to continue doing so.

     
    MEDIA FORWARD
    with Dave Van Dyke, Kirk Harnack, Nick Langan, Surprise speaker, Mike Starling & Amanda Tilghman, Josh Lynch, Steve Floyd, Dave Kolesar, and Karl Kuhn
    Featuring
    Dave Van DykeKirk HarnackNick LanganWXPNAmanda Tilghman and Mike StarlingJosh LynchSteve FloydDave KolesarKarl Kuhn
    Sponsors
    TelevisaUnivisionSherwood InsightsSinclairChesa LogoRadio Chesapeake
    MediaForward
    Who: Dave Van Dyke, Kirk Harnack, Nick Langan, Surprise speaker, Mike Starling & Amanda Tilghman, Josh Lynch, Steve Floyd, Dave Kolesar, and Karl Kuhn
    What: MEDIA FORWARD
    When: November 10, 2026 at 9:00 AM
    Where: Kent County High School - Register Here
    Address: 25301 Lamb’s Meadow Road
    Worton, MD 21678 United States

    Sponsors: Televisa Univision , Sherwood insights , Sinclair Media , Chesa , and Radio Chesapeake

    DC / Baltimore chapters student-oriented media business outreach event!

    Analysis of successful regional production and broadcast organizations: From either a financial or community connection valuation. Media entertainment/news creation is still a growing and changing field even amid industry shifts. We’ll hear local leaders’ success stories and their wise management and leadership strategies.

     
    Annual SBE37 & SMPTE DC Holiday Party
    with SBE Chapter 37 and SMPTE DC of SBE Chapter 37
    Featuring
    SMPTE DC
    Holiday Party
    Who: SBE Chapter 37 and SMPTE DC
    From: SBE Chapter 37
    What: Annual SBE37 & SMPTE DC Holiday Party
    When: December 10, 2026 at 6:30 PM
    Where: Busboys & Poets (Shirlington) - Register Here
    Address: 4251 Campbell Ave
    Arlington, VA 22206 United States

    Please Join Us for Our Annual SMPTE & SBE Holiday Party!

    The SMPTE Washington DC Section and SBE Chapter 37 invite you to our annual holiday celebration on Thursday December 10, 2026. This is a wonderful opportunity to network, socialize, and share in the joy of the season with friends, peers, and media professionals. All members, colleagues, family and guests are welcome!

     
    Featuring
    Lectrosonics
    Sponsor
    Lectrosonics
    Nick Haring
    Who: Nick Haring
    From: Lectrosonics, Inc.
    What: Wireless Microphone & IFB 101
    When: January 12, 2027 at 6:30 PM
    Sponsor: Lectrosonics, Inc.

    Join Nick Haring and Lectrosonics for Wireless Microphones and IFB 101, a comprehensive guide to understanding, planning, and deploying wireless audio systems. From the early history of wireless microphones to modern digital and encrypted ecosystems, this session covers the core topics necessary to achieve reliable, high-performance wireless audio in live, broadcast, and production environments.

    Key Topics:
    - RF Evolution & Fundamentals: Why wireless is used and how key technological breakthroughs shaped modern digital audio.
    - Band Planning & Frequency Coordination: How to navigate crowded RF environments and eliminate interference.
    - System Deployment: Best practices for setting up wireless mics and IEM/IFBs for maximum range and stability.

     

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