Digital video is a large subject that draws upon an equally large number of technologies. Fortunately, every process can be broken down into smaller steps, each of which is relatively easy to follow. The main difficulty in the study is to appreciate where the small steps fit into the overall picture. The purpose of this chapter is to summarise the subject and to point out how those technologies are used, without attempting any explanations beyond basics. More comprehensive explanations can be found in the later chapters that are identified here.
TELEVISION SYSTEMS
Ultimately, the purpose of television is to amuse human eyes and ears. Without an ...
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