4. Analog Video Formats
We learn about the variety of standards and guidelines for digitizing analog videotapes.
Lectures & Instructions
The international range of videotape formats (NTSC, PAL, etc.) – (IASA TC-06 2018 b.1.2.1)
Analog video unpacked – key features of carrier and content (IASA TC-06 2018, sec. B.1.2)
Analog video unpacked – video and sound essences (IASA TC-06 2018, sec. B.1.3.1 ++)
Analog video unpacked – ancillary data (IASA TC-06 2018, sec B.1.3.2, B.1.4 ++)
Assignment: Comparing video formats
Resources & Assignment
Standards & Guidelines:
- IASA TC-06 2018, section B
- FADGI Significant Properties for Digital Video – DRAFT for Public Comment
- Spreadsheet
- Excerpts from SMPTE ST 170:2004 – NTSC
Assignment Case Study: TBD