ABSTRACT

Global Television (1993) looks at how satellites, fibre optics, compressed digital transmission, and interactive and high-definition television have converged with computer technology to revolutionise TV and film production, TV sets and even the smart home in which TV is viewed. Its provides valuable insight into how new technologies and viewer demands have combined to transform television into a truly global medium.

part One|16 pages

Anatomy of a Globalcast

chapter Chapter 1|14 pages

Defining Live Television: Live Aid

part Two|56 pages

The Spine of Global Television

chapter Chapter 2|30 pages

Satellites as Production Tools

chapter Chapter 3|16 pages

Fiber Optic Cabling

chapter Chapter 4|2 pages

Charge-Coupled Devices (CCDs)

chapter Chapter 5|6 pages

Analog/Digital Technology

part Three|92 pages

Creating a Globalcast

chapter Chapter 6|14 pages

Initiation and Budget

chapter Chapter 7|2 pages

How to Hire the Staff

chapter Chapter 8|4 pages

How to Survey and Work Remote Locations

chapter Chapter 9|27 pages

How to Communicate Within the Staff

chapter Chapter 10|35 pages

How to Produce a Series

chapter Chapter 11|5 pages

How to Book and Guide the Talent

chapter Chapter 12|3 pages

How to Create Scripts/Schedules

part Four|44 pages

Transmission Technology

chapter Chapter 13|6 pages

Transmission Via Satellite

chapter Chapter 14|13 pages

How Viewer Demand Dictates Transmission Techniques

part Five|56 pages

Global Trends

chapter Chapter 16|13 pages

Trends in News

chapter Chapter 17|10 pages

Trends in Sports and Pay-Per-View

chapter Chapter 18|5 pages

Trends in Entertainment

chapter Chapter 19|9 pages

Trends in Coproduction

chapter Chapter 20|12 pages

Trends in Equipment

chapter Chapter 21|5 pages

Jobs: A Look at the Future

part Six|10 pages

A Final Perspective

chapter Chapter 22|6 pages

Looking at a Crystal Ball