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RTNDA@NAB session to feature FX CEO Mack McLaughlin

LAS VEGAS — A panel discussion featuring FX Group's CEO/creative director at this year's RTNDA@NAB convention will provide stations with helpful advice on converting to HD.

During "Preparing for HD Conversion," FX's Mack McLaughlin will join other experts who will use their real-world experiences with HD and digital television to provide a valuable wealth of information and tips.

The discussion is slated for Monday, April 16 at 4 p.m. at the Las Vegas Hilton. In addition to the panel, FX will also be exhibiting at RTNDA@NAB.

The panel will discuss a wide range of issues, including set and lighting design, graphics, equipment and production needs.

Complimentary admission to "Prepping for HD Conversion" is available for attendees without RTNDA passes by contacting Kathy Mosher-Boulé at 407-877-9600 or 888-FX-GROUP.

The panel discussion is part of RTNDA's "Cutting Edge" session track, which will include five sessions on the latest technological challenges facing broadcasters:

• MONDAY, APRIL 16
  Prepping for HD Conversion
  4 to 5:15 p.m.
  Pratical advice on getting ready for digital TV
• MONDAY, APRIL 16
  HD Radio
  4 to 5:15 p.m.
  Information and tips on the next generation of radio
• TUESDAY, APRIL 17
  New Media 101
  9 to 10 a.m.
  Learn more about RSS, wikis and blogging and other Web 2.0 technologies
• TUESDAY, APRIL 17
  Redesigning Web Content
  2 to 3:15 p.m.
  New ideas for generating the content your Web users want
• WEDNESDAY, APRIL 18
  ENG Classroom
  9:30 to 10:45 a.m.
  Tips and techniques for online news reporting

For more information about FX Group, call Kathy Mosher-Boulé at 407-877-9600 or