Gannett, who earlier this year selected Chryon’s Axis to power its newly centralized graphics operations, will begin testing the new system in unspecified markets.

The stations will all begin using the same graphics package, designed by Pyburn Films, but will have a choice in either a red or blue toned version.

This means the station’s existing graphics packages, including fairly recent HD-ready ones by Giant Octopus are out.

Day-to-graphics will be handled via Axis’ Web-based system while more advanced graphic work and promos will be handled by a central facility in Denver.

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We’ve posted photos of the latest set at WSB-TV, a modern environment designed by Broadcast Design International, as well as the station’s Giant Octopus-designed HD graphics package.

We’ve got more Atlanta graphics and set photos in the works, so stay tuned.

WABC-TV in New York has launched a new graphics package, retaining the old feel with a modern HD update. The new package uses bold blues and reds to add excitement and boldness to the Eyewitness News brand. After years of working and tweaking, WABC-TV has finally received a package that melded the blue and red color scheme to perfection.

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