Mitchell said almost everything went according to plan. Cabling for the numerous source feeds, however, caused some headaches. The wall sits in a working newsroom that is on the air from 5 a.m. until 8 p.m., so things like construction noise, lighting, and rehearsals all had to be done without interfering with normal operations. It does have its limitations, however. For example, when a camera shoots a video monitor, the graphics will appear smaller than if they're taken full screen from a Chyron.
Color is another consideration in working with the wall displays.
A color that is too orange, for example, could cause odd shading on the anchors. CNBC is also in the process of planning a new studio in Englewood, NJ-about three miles from the current facility. The wall will have to be moved, but moving was part of the specs CNBC worked out with its vendors. That facility should be up and running in the summer of 2002. All Rights Reserved.