
A user interface which, unlike traditional
A network that allows staff members to talk to each other during program production.
Host nameA name assigned to a computer on a network to make it easier to identify. Usually consisting of alphanumeric characters, although conventions differ according to the system. The most commonly used types are the terminal identifiers to the left of Internet domain names.
i.LINKThe
Also called FireWire. Allows connections between computers and peripherals, and also direct connections between digital devices such as digital cameras.
IPv6The
A measure of the brightness level of video on the grayscale, ranging from 0 to 100. The brightness level of black is sometimes set at 0 IRE and sometimes set at 7.5 IRE.
LimiterA function which prevents audio levels from exceeding a specified threshold. Used to suppress peaks in audio with large differences in amplitude.
A permanently visible mark shown in video for the purpose of copyright protection.
Luminance keyA method of composing a picture by deleting video which contains components of a specified luminance (brightness). Typically used to extract bright characters from a dark background, so that only the characters can be added to the composed picture.
MixA type of transition effect. A new picture is mixed into an old picture, eventually replacing the old picture.
MonitorTo listen to audio and view video. Or a device for viewing and listening.
Motion JPEG2000An extension to the JPEG2000 image compression format that enables video recording. It provides picture quality comparable to the DV format, with file sizes that are smaller than DV. It is noted for high compression ratios in scenes with rapid movement, which are problematic for the MPEG format.
OscillatorA transmitter that oscillates at a fixed frequency, such as a sine wave. This unit is equipped with an internal audio oscillator.
PanIn audio, to adjust the right/left balance.
In video, to move the camera to the left and right.
PFL
Audio signals after the application of all adjustments except pan.
Audio signals before the application of any adjustments with audio channel faders. All other adjustments are the same as those for
A function which allows a set of electrical settings to be saved and reproduced as a single set of data. This system has a camera preset function.
Program (PGM) signal outputThe final video and audio signals output from this system, after the application of effects. The video seen by viewers.
RCA pinA connector used on consumer audio equipment. Connectors come in
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