Introduction to Sng and Eng Microwave (Paperback)

Introduction; Basic overview of the role of ENG/SNG; Definitions; Principal elements in covering an event; Communication with the studio; Analogue theory; The TV Picture; Terrestrial microwave links; Digital modulation in ENG microwave; Transmission and Reception Chains; Antennas; Trucks & masts; Setting up a link; Mid-points; Other microwave link platforms; Radio Cameras; Optical Links; Satellites and orbits; Basic satellite communication theory; Basic digital SNG system; Digital Compression; MPEG; MPEG Picture Problems; Audio compression; Digital modulation in SNG; DSNG Processing Equipment; Link budgets; DSNG Uplink types; Flyaways; Typical flyaway operation; SNG Vehicles; SNG operations - locating the uplink; Co-ordination and Line-up procedures; Automation; Inmarsat and the use of videophones; Video-conferencing and Videophones; Store and Forward; Inmarsat Satphone Operation; Satellite Regulatory Issues; National control and trans-border issues; Licences; Satellite operators; The use of satellite capacity; Operating an SNG Uplink; Safety; Dealing with hazards with microwave equipment; Electrical hazards; Operating ENG pneumatic masts; Manual handling; Driving of vehicles; Operating in hostile environments; Getting in to the war zone; Logistics; On the horizon; Glossary of terms