298 Pages
by
Routledge
298 Pages
by
Routledge
287 Pages
by
Routledge
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An essential guide to all aspects of video technology for sound technicians wishing to broaden their knowledge. It explains in a highly readable and engaging way, the key technologies and issues, as well as the terms, acronyms and definitions. Although intended for the sound professional, this book will also appeal to anyone involved in working with video.
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The origins of television and video; The magic of television; Video recording - the impossible dream; The electronic eye; ENG and Betacam SP; Digital Video; Standards conversion; The video monitor; Home cinema; Non-linear editing; JPEG and MPEG2 image compression; Digital television; Film; Film stock, film laboratories; Cinema technology; IMAX; Telecine; Pulldown; Lighting technology; The art of bluescreen; Appendix 1 - the science of colour; Appendix 2 - timecode: the link between sight and sound; Appendix 3 - audio in video editing
Biography
David Mellor
"It's an interesting and informative book, covering everything from cameras to cinema projection, plus the principles behind such equipment." - Lighting and Sound International
