Paul Dubery

7.5 Broadcast Test Equipment

7.5.1 Introduction

Despite its specialist nature, a surprisingly wide range of test equipment is available to address the needs of the broadcast market. The aim of this chapter is to highlight the product characteristics required for different types of users in a number of typical environments and to focus on some specific features. The first aspect to consider is the type of user and purpose of use.

7.5.2 Operational or Test?

Equipment that generates or measures video and/or audio signals can be characterised in three different aspects: usage, methods and operational environment. Types of usage include: designer’s workbench, manufacturing quality assurance, user equipment evaluation, system installation ...

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