A uniquely concise and readable guide - written by an
engineer for engineers, technicians and technical staff and
management.
Newnes Guide to Digital Television provides a
down-to-earth guide to all aspects of digital TV,
encompassing the electronics of the equipment, broadcast
applications, installation and servicing, and the different
transmission methods -terrestrial, satellite and cable.The
book introduces the basic theory of digital technology and
demystifies the world of MPEG-2. It also covers the process
of broadcast from camera to transmitter, the workings of
the receiver from antenna to tube, and the technology of
encryption and the set-top box.
Thus, this book provides an overview of digital TV for
specialists in any one area as well as an introduction for
those who want to gain a basic grasp of the technology. It
is essential reading for managers and engineers involved in
the equipment design and manufacture, broadcasting,
transmission, servicing and installation. Students and
lecturers will find in this Newnes Guide all they need to
know about this important new technology.
The second edition has been updated with all the key
developments of the past three years, and includes new and
expanded sections on digital video interfaces, DSP, DVD,
video servers, automation systems, HDTV, 8-VSB modulation
and the ATSC system
Contents
- Introduction
- Foundations of television
- Digital video and audio coding
- Digital signal processing
- Video data compression
- Audio data compression
- Digital audio production
- Digital video production
- The MPEG multiplex
- Broadcasting digital video
- Consumer digital technology
- The future