In this down economy the small markets have been killed (Orlando, while small market, makes a killing because they have the Orlando and Tampa TV markets to themselves, both top 20). But teams like Milwaukee and New Orleans are absolutely walking the tightrope to make money as evidenced by Milwaukee’s want for a new arena.

Should be a wild next 18 months or so.

does anyone know what teams are still in the bidding?

I would recommend re-visiting your research. Orad Hi-Tec Systems patented a technology prior to either PVI OR SportsVision, which was used in Europe for soccer prior to FDL in the United States. Orad has done more games than either PVI or SportsVision over the years.

Further, to consider Vistas a leader in the space is inaccurate. PVI is a leader in the space, but Orad and SportsVision are arguably larger in the number of games produced with virtual enhancements than PVI. Vistas has only done a handful of events. Further, the Orad system requires no camera modifications, does things like compensates for the crown of the field with FDL, and other features.

When it comes to pure advertising, Orad is clearly the world leader with its AdVision product. Orad’s AdVision has been used for years to put virtual advertising on many fields across many sports. Orad’s AdVison can even run clips or live video, create virtual jumbotrons with video, and many other virtual applications, all without camera modifications.

Relative to MSG, it should be noted that MSG and PVI are owdne by the same parent. It should aloso benoted it took PVI several years to get an ad on the boards that was usable. It shoudl also be noted PVI requires a small truck to pull this off, while other systems used a 3RU unit. Cost of operation should also be compared and examined. Profit margin is at least as important to the broadcaster as technical capabilities.

I would be happy to speak to your editorial staff.

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