Television Operations: A Handbook of Technical Operations for TV Broadcast, On Air, Cable, Mobile and Internet

by Frederick M. Baumgartner, Nicholas A. Grbac

Overview

This book covers the basics of TV master control operation so an operator is familiar with the concepts, practices and the regulations inherent in the job. This book is specifically designed for those with a minimum to moderate amount of master control exposure. Experienced operators and non-technical managers will also benefit from the text.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780985358945
Publisher:	Society of Broadcast Engineers
Publication date:	07/21/2015
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	164
Product dimensions:	7.50(w) x 9.25(h) x 0.44(d)

Table of Contents

1. The Basics of Master Control
2. How TV Facilities Work
3. Architectures and Distribution
4. Workflow
5. Sources
6. Driving the Station
7. Video
8. Sound
9. Web Transmission
10. Regulations and Responsibilities
11. Transmitter Operation
12. SBE and Certification
13. Advice and Observations About a Master Control Career
14A. Appendix: Broadcast General Business Function Chart
14B. Appendix: Broadcast Business Flow Chart
14C. Appendix: Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout)
14D. Appendix: Audio Loudness Quick Reference for MVPD and Station Engineers
14E. Appendix: Master Control Training Checklist
14F. Appendix: Centralcasting Notes
14G. Appendix: Driving Automation - Screen Shots
15. Glossary