Introduction to Audio/Visual Quiz 1
Character Generator
(graphics) electronic device used to display graphics or lettering on screen
High-Definition TV
A television format with more lines of resolution and a wider aspect ratio than standard definition
RCA
Familiar 2 or 3 connector design connectors can be used interchangeably color coded for convenience can be used for audio (other) or visual (yellow)
Philo Farnsworth
Largely credited for creating 1st TV picture (electronic) First one to hypothesis HDTV
members of preproduction team
Producer, director
Studio Production
Program creation that takes place in a controlled environment for video or audio production
Coaxial
Used to transmit both audio and visual simultaneously common in home entertainment system relatively inexpensive ideal for stringing large amounts of cable
Prompter
a device that projects moving script in front of a camera lense
Switcher
a device with levels and buttons that permits instantaneous editing of audio video feeds
Analog
a signal that fluctuates exactly like the original stimulus
Postproduction team
a usually small unit comprising of the director, video editors and sound designers
Production Team
a variety of non technical and technical personnel responsible for filming, recording or airing the production
How has convergence changed media landscape
allows for product distribution through many avenues cross over marketing potential
IFB (interruptible feedback)
an audio setup warn as an earpiece that allows the talent to hear program audio or receive instruction
Camcorder
an integrated unit that combines a camera and recorder
HDMI
can transmit high quality, uncompressed digital audio and video only available since 2003 not good to send over 20ft
XLR
carry high quality audio with 3 pronged connectors cannot be used for video generally used for microphones and audio mixers
BNC
cord similar in appearance to coaxial cables connectors snap into place can be used for audio video or data but only one thing can be used at a time PSU uses most frequently
Benefits of digital media over analog
digital signal can be duplicated without generational loss, sharper images than analog clearer sounds less band width used on electromagnetic system
members of production team
director of photography, production assistant, floor manager/director, grip, camera operators, technical director, lighting director, audio/video engineer, video operator
non technical personal
director, producer, writer
members of postproduction team
director, video editors, and sound designers
RGB Component
each cable and connector transmits a different component of the video can be used exclusively for analog video
why is it important to have knowledge of different cords and cables
electronic field production sports productions fixing problems on the fly freelance work
Talent
employees who appear on camera
Audio Consule
equipment that is used to gather, mix, select and amplify and output sounds
technical personal
grips, camera ops, audio engineers
Why do studios often have high ceilings
helps retain quality of sound
Director
in charge of the procedure of the production
Fiber Optic
made of extremely thin glass fiber usually cables make of more than one fiber strand send information through pulses of light often color coded based on quality and purpose light can cause damage to eyes
Process Message
message actually received by the viewer in the process of consuming a media program
Digital
method of representing video or audio signals that use discrete "on/off" pulses called "bits" assembled into groups called bites
1/4" and 1/8" Audio
most common cords and connectors often used for headsets, headphones and return feeds generally used exclusively for audio
Studio Layout concepts
most have high ceilings and open spaces accommodate lighting and ease of movement for set and set pieces large amounts of power outlets radio stations small and compact
Actors
one who performs as someone other than themselves
Production Houses
organizations that produce various types of video material
Angle
particular approach to a story or its central theme
Why is market size important
pay is determined by number of factors higher market size demand higher salary
Aspect Ratio
ratio of the height of a video or film picture to its width
Camera Control Units
remote used to adjust various video settings on a studio camera
relationship between program objective and process message
responsibility of the director
Monitors
screens for viewing material produced during TV production
Common equipment found in control rooms
switcher, audio console, character generator, digitized playback system, master control
Performers
talent who appear as themselves not acting a part
qualities of a good audio/visual employee
team work skills attention to detail ability to respond to adversity critical thinking ability to take and process criticism
Convergence
the combinations of technology to create a digitally based system
Producer
the creator and originator of a video program, usually in charge of all elements within a production
Program Objective
the desired effect of a program on the viewer
Resolution
the detail that can be produced by a given TV system
Preproduction
the period during which preparation and planning are undertaken for a production
Postproduction
the period of time when elements of a program are assembled
Master Control
the primary control center where all video and audio channels are signalled
Ingest
to upload or capture digital video or audio data onto a video server
Transition to Camcorders
transferred from VCR
sound practices for on air/camera on performers and actors
verbal warm ups
Field Productions
video or audio production that takes place outside the studio
Freelance
working by the hour a day on projects without being an employee of any particular organization
