Join the Advanced Television Broadcasting Alliance (ATBA) at the 2025 National Association of Broadcasters Convention in Las Vegas for LPTV Day, where we’ll focus on the future of Low Power Television (LPTV) and Over-the-Top (OTT) platforms.
Event Highlights:
Date: April 7, 2025
- Location: Westgate Las Vegas Resort, Las Vegas, NV
- SUITE TO BE UPDATE HERE BY SATURDAY MORNING, April 5.
- Time: Full-day sessions with networking events in the evening
(SCHEDULE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. Check back for the latest information)
What to Expect at LPTV Day 2025:
7:45 am – 8:15 am
Continental Breakfast and Chat
8:15 am – 9:30 am
Mastering the Guide: Demystifying Onscreen Data for TV Viewers
Presenter: Morgan Berns, TitanTV
Ever wonder how your program titles, descriptions, and showtimes magically appear on viewers’ TVs? It’s not magic—it’s data. And understanding that data is more crucial than ever in today’s competitive broadcast landscape.
Join Morgan Berns for this updated and practical session on managing your onscreen guide data like a pro. You’ll learn where the data comes from, how it gets into your stream, and how to ensure what your viewers see is always timely and correct. Whether you rely on PSIP Data Services or third-party providers, this session will show you how to track, update, and troubleshoot your guide information to maintain a polished viewer experience.
Perfect for engineers, station managers, and anyone responsible for listings and scheduling accuracy, this session will include live Q&A and real-world tips for staying on top of your data game.
9:30 am – 10:30 am
Staying Legal in a Changing Landscape: FCC Updates Every Broadcaster Should Know
Presenter: Ari Meltzer, ATBA Legal Counsel
With the broadcast regulatory environment constantly evolving, staying compliant—and ahead—requires more than just checking boxes. Join Ari Meltzer, ATBA’s trusted FCC legal counsel and a leading voice in broadcast law, for a clear and actionable update on the latest developments affecting Low Power Television (LPTV) and full-power broadcasters alike.
This session will cover key FCC rule changes, upcoming deadlines, license renewal issues, ATSC 3.0 deployment policies, and how recent decisions in Washington could impact your operations. Ari will also answer your burning legal questions and provide strategic guidance to help you navigate compliance with confidence.
Whether you’re an LPTV operator, a station group exec, or a policy wonk, this is the legal session you can’t afford to miss.
10:45 am – 12:00 pm
iBeam: Broadcast Workflows for Reliable Delivery and Better Monetization
Presenter: Dr. Kumar Ramaswamy, igolgi
Building efficient broadcast workflows for ingest, local ad insertion, reliable distribution and monitoring using modern IP-based workflows help broadcasters deliver a higher quality OTA broadcast service and prepare their networks for simultaneous OTT delivery.
iBeam is a broadcast system workflow architecture that makes multi-station broadcast distribution cost-effective to construct, easier to manage and monetize.
Dr. Kumar Ramaswamy, a founders of igolgi, bring decades of experience developing digital TV, cable, and IP distribution systems. This presentation will showcase real-world deployment examples tailored for LPTV markets.
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Delete Delete Delete: FCC Deregulation and the Future of LPTV
Moderator: Dr. Joshua Weiss, Ark Multicasting
Big changes are coming to broadcast—and LPTV stations are on the front lines. In this timely roundtable, Dr. Joshua Weiss leads an open discussion on the FCC’s newly proposed deregulatory rulemaking, which could eliminate or significantly revise dozens of long-standing regulations. With terms like “Delete Delete Delete” being used inside the FCC, this initiative signals a potentially transformative shift for low power and Class A broadcasters.
We’ll unpack what’s on the chopping block—from main studio requirements to annual reports—and explore what it could mean for your station’s future. Will deregulation level the playing field or introduce new risks? How should LPTV operators respond—and what voice do we have in shaping the outcome?
Join industry peers, policy experts, and station owners for this interactive roundtable as we navigate the biggest potential shift in FCC policy in years.
2:15 pm – 3:00 pm
Powering the Future of Broadcast: Innovation in Transmission & Beyond
Presented by: Rohde & Schwarz
As the broadcast industry rapidly moves toward a more efficient, flexible, and IP-driven future, Rohde & Schwarz is leading the charge in transmission technology innovation. In this session, experts from Rohde & Schwarz will delve into how today’s TV networks will evolve in the promising landscape of ATSC 3.0, utilizing multiple single frequency networks and embracing a new broadcasting positioning system. Discover the expertise and the latest advancements that are transforming the broadcast chain.
Learn how intelligent transmission strategies can reduce operational costs, enhance signal reliability, and elevate viewer experiences—all while positioning your station for the future of hybrid broadcast-broadband environments.
Whether you’re upgrading your infrastructure or charting your course toward ATSC 3.0, this session offers the technical insights and practical solutions you need to remain competitive.
3:15 pm – 4:30 pm
Signal Clash: 5G Broadcast vs. ATSC 3.0 – Who Wins the Airwaves?
Moderator: Dr. Joshua Weiss, Ark Multicasting
Panelists: Vern Fotheringham (5G Broadcast) & Mark Aitken (ATSC 3.0)
Two titans of broadcast innovation go head-to-head in this can’t-miss NAB showdown. As the media landscape evolves, the battle between 5G Broadcast and ATSC 3.0 is heating up—and your future in broadcasting may depend on the outcome.
Representing the disruptive promise of 5G Broadcast, wireless visionary Vern Fotheringham brings decades of insight into next-gen delivery systems. On the other side, Mark Aitken, one of the chief architects of ATSC 3.0, defends the broadcast standard already powering NextGen TV across America.
Moderated by Dr. Josh Weiss, CEO of Ark Multicasting and a leading voice in broadcast transformation, this dynamic session explores the capabilities, infrastructure, monetization potential, and regulatory paths of both technologies. Expect sparks to fly as the panel dives into what broadcasters, content creators, and tech developers need to know to stay ahead of the curve.
Is convergence possible—or will only one signal survive?
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
LPTV / OTT 40th Anniversary Reception
Location: Westgate Ballrooms D–G
Celebrate 40 years of innovation, connection, and progress with fellow broadcasters, innovators, and industry leaders at the signature LPTV/OTT networking reception.
From Lee Miller, ATBA Executive Director:
“We are excited to return to Las Vegas for LPTV Day at NAB 2025, where we will focus on how LPTVs and OTT platforms can evolve together in the digital age. With the growth of ATSC 3.0 and the increasing importance of digital-first content, it’s more crucial than ever for broadcasters to adapt and innovate to meet the demands of their local communities. ATBA is committed to advocating for LPTV stations as essential players in the media landscape.”
Sponsorship Opportunities Available
Become a sponsor of ATBA events at NAB 2025 and showcase your brand to industry professionals, technology leaders, and broadcasters. Sponsorship packages provide exclusive exposure and access to key networking events.
For more information, contact Lee Miller at [email protected].
