alex979 118 Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 Aaaand they're back on the new set. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChiCubsFan 33 Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 What the hell... They're back at state street. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alex979 118 Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 There must have been some kind of snafu. And this, everyone, is why we unveil fun new things on Saturdays. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rkolsen 1679 Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 There must have been some kind of snafu. And this, everyone, is why we unveil fun new things on Saturdays. Didn't some else infer that there was more going on behind the scenes than just a set redo? I only bring this up because I recently learned ABC World News, ABC World News Now, America This Morning and (I think GMA Weekend as it comes from the same studio) all are automated on Ross OverDrive. Could this be a step into transferring the O&O onto a similar system so the network will only have to manage/support one standard? Maybe they were running the systems in tangent and something happened? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rkolsen 1679 Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 I have know idea whose account this following image came from other than it was tagged in this tagged in this TVForum.co.uk post. But I noticed the camera's targets are tied down with gaffers tape. Surely those pedestals will rip that board to shreds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weeters 1812 Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 Didn't some else infer that there was more going on behind the scenes than just a set redo? I only bring this up because I recently learned ABC World News, ABC World News Now, America This Morning and (I think GMA Weekend as it comes from the same studio) all are automated on Ross OverDrive. Could this be a step into transferring the O&O onto a similar system so the network will only have to manage/support one standard? Maybe they were running the systems in tangent and something happened? If memory serves me correctly, WLS has been automated for some time. There are any number of things that can go wrong that could have required them getting off the set and moving to the newsroom. I have know idea whose account this following image came from other than it was tagged in this tagged in this TVForum.co.uk post. But I noticed the camera's targets are tied down with gaffers tape. Surely those pedestals will rip that board to shreds. I believe those grey things on the targets are steel pads that the pedestal wheels sit on. It helps prevent the wheels on heavy pedestals like these from spinning and digging holes in the floor over time. They were much more common with the old TSM pedestals. You can see them (obviously much bigger than the ones at WLS) in this old picture taken at WTMJ quite well: [MEDIA=flickr]3258987967[/MEDIA] EDIT: Here are some on-air screenshots: [GALLERY=media, 719]Monitor Wall OTS Single Anchor by Weeters posted Oct 25, 2015 at 5:24 AM[/GALLERY][GALLERY=media, 720]Monitor Wall OTS 2-shot by Weeters posted Oct 25, 2015 at 5:24 AM[/GALLERY][GALLERY=media, 721]Weather Center Standup by Weeters posted Oct 25, 2015 at 5:24 AM[/GALLERY][GALLERY=media, 722]Desk Three Shot by Weeters posted Oct 25, 2015 at 5:24 AM[/GALLERY][GALLERY=media, 723]Desk Three Shot #2 by Weeters posted Oct 25, 2015 at 5:24 AM[/GALLERY][GALLERY=media, 724]Weather Toss by Weeters posted Oct 25, 2015 at 5:48 AM[/GALLERY][GALLERY=media, 725]Turn towards monitor wall by Weeters posted Oct 25, 2015 at 6:04 AM[/GALLERY][GALLERY=media, 726]Standup Area Monitor Array by Weeters posted Oct 25, 2015 at 6:13 AM[/GALLERY][GALLERY=media, 727]Touchscreen monitor standup by Weeters posted Oct 25, 2015 at 6:23 AM[/GALLERY][GALLERY=media, 728]Standup Area - Alternate Monitor by Weeters posted Oct 25, 2015 at 6:33 AM[/GALLERY][GALLERY=media, 729]Interview Set Monitor Wall by Weeters posted Oct 25, 2015 at 6:53 AM[/GALLERY][GALLERY=media, 730]Interview Set Wide by Weeters posted Oct 25, 2015 at 6:53 AM[/GALLERY][GALLERY=media, 731]Interview Set Guest by Weeters posted Oct 25, 2015 at 6:53 AM[/GALLERY] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbnews 344 Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 Looks okay. I think it needs to be brightend up in places. But, I will get used to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sfomspphl 453 Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 Nice to see they're throwing to the live shots with a video image behind the anchors. That's a lost art you don't see much anymore. I would just move the frame down a touch and put some Eyewitness News 7 banner at the top of the graphic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alex979 118 Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 Where's the green screen for weather? [MEDIA=twitter]658254786534461440[/MEDIA] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spring Rubber 618 Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 Probably still a drop-down greenscreen along the windows like it's always been, right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChiCubsFan 33 Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 Probably still a drop-down greenscreen along the windows like it's always been, right? I think I saw it to the left of the weather center. (zoom in- you'll see the top of it) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MidwestTV 1174 Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 Looks very, very nice compared to what they had before. Very WABC-esque. Brilliant idea to use that massive video wall as their OTS graphics as well, though it's kind of strange to just have that random box floating in the skyline. Perhaps they should had some graphics to go behind it so it seems more "normal". Also not a big fan of that column that's there separating the news desk from the weather center. Makes it feel closed off and claustrophobic, but didn't someone mention that's a support beam that can't be moved? All in all, still a good set for WLS. Much needed improvement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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rkolsen 1679 Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 If memory serves me correctly, WLS has been automated for some time. There are any number of things that can go wrong that could have required them getting off the set and moving to the newsroom. I believe those grey things on the targets are steel pads that the pedestal wheels sit on. It helps prevent the wheels on heavy pedestals like these from spinning and digging holes in the floor over time. They were much more common with the old TSM pedestals. You can see them (obviously much bigger than the ones at WLS) in this old picture taken at WTMJ quite well: Thanks for the grey pads information. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brb588 85 Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 Probably still a drop-down greenscreen along the windows like it's always been, right? I don't think it always was. Initially, yes, but didn't they get rid of it a few years back? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
24994J 5286 Posted October 25, 2015 Author Share Posted October 25, 2015 I don't think it always was. Initially, yes, but didn't they get rid of it a few years back? No. It was there from start to demolition. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChiCubsFan 33 Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 WLS- WGN- We're half way there!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jase 831 Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 Also not a big fan of that column that's there separating the news desk from the weather center. Makes it feel closed off and claustrophobic, but didn't someone mention that's a support beam that can't be moved? Those columns are load-bearing (I believe) which mean they can't be easily removed without replacing them with a load-bearing beam(s). The cost in doing any type of structural work of that kind is huge. I'm sure they considered every option available (which likely held construction up a bit), but honestly, the best decision was to design around them. Looking at the above pics, one of the columns may have been removed, but it's tough to say without seeing the set in person. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rkolsen 1679 Posted October 26, 2015 Share Posted October 26, 2015 Does anyone have a link to the studio tour showing how technologically advanced and one of the kind studio this is? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MorningNews 1299 Posted October 26, 2015 Share Posted October 26, 2015 Meh. It's an improvement and much nicer than what they had but ultimately it feels a bit underwhelming especially for ABC 7 Chicago. It's too much like WABC to me and really just isn't as captivating as KTRK's new studio. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
24994J 5286 Posted October 26, 2015 Author Share Posted October 26, 2015 Does anyone have a link to the studio tour showing how technologically advanced and one of the kind studio this is? I'm betting that that'll air tomorrow at 4 with Alan Krashesky. He did the last tour in '06. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ns8401 846 Posted October 26, 2015 Share Posted October 26, 2015 Meh. It's an improvement and much nicer than what they had but ultimately it feels a bit underwhelming especially for ABC 7 Chicago. It's too much like WABC to me and really just isn't as captivating as KTRK's new studio. KTRK's is lots of open space with nothing filling it... This set used the space much better I think... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
24994J 5286 Posted October 26, 2015 Author Share Posted October 26, 2015 WABC's set definitely served as an influence, but the WLS set isn't hardly as cold and sterile, which I think is a plus. While I like the brighter atmosphere of KTRK, I don't think I would've suited ABC 7. Ultimately, the new State Street Studio improves on its predecessor, though it's not perfect. However, I don't know that my gripe is warranted, though. My ONLY beef with the new look is the switched weather and sports anchors. I have a sinking feeling that I'll get over it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C Block 1490 Posted October 26, 2015 Share Posted October 26, 2015 The new WLS set is the Pope coverage of threads. But really, it's not a bad look. A simple desk, a few presentation areas, and a video wall. Lots of stations would kill for something that nice and fresh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ns8401 846 Posted October 26, 2015 Share Posted October 26, 2015 WABC's set definitely served as an influence, but the WLS set isn't hardly as cold and sterile, which I think is a plus. While I like the brighter atmosphere of KTRK, I don't think I would've suited ABC 7. Ultimately, the new State Street Studio improves on its predecessor, though it's not perfect. However, I don't know that my gripe is warranted, though. My ONLY beef with the new look is the switched weather and sports anchors. I have a sinking feeling that I'll get over it. I agree the switched sides is a little bit different but it's all in the logistics of how they laid the set out. In terms of using the space this is 100 times better... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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