$39.95

How Video Works has been a bible for professionals in the video world since 1985. It offers easy to understand explanations for the entire world of video. A complete guide from analog video to all the new digital technologies, including Hi-Definition, compression, and encoding. This book is a must-have for any broadcast or video production department. It is also perfect for the new video technician or non-tech creative professional who is just beginning to discover the digital world. Update your library with the brand new version of an industry standard.

Now with full-color image section! Complete explanation of the new NTSC digital and HDTV video and audio standards. ,New sections on optical media and fiber optics, updated MPEG material. In-depth coverage of the new Broadband and cell phone standards. Extensive explanation of new digital test signals and measurements. A hands-on approach to learning about video recording, transmission, and playback. Complete glossary of terms covering both analog and digital video.

Reviews

If you work in video, or want to work in video, this book is a must have. It is a comprehensive A through Z of video from the people who have been at the backbone of training in Los Angeles. I recommend it to my staff and clients.

Marty Meyer, Birns & Sawyer, Los Angeles, CA

This book is a great teaching tool.

David Schwartz, Professor, Film and Video Department, Brooks Institute of Photography, Ventura, CA

This book will help the novice understand the basics of video. It covers everything in video to allow for a broad knowledge into this field.

Brian Dorzd, Los Angeles, CA