EBU Tech 3355-zip
TLCI-2012 Software Package
16 Apr 2013
The use of high efficiency light sources such as LEDs, both in TV and film production may introduce colorimetric problems. This software package (updated April 2013) contains applications for assessing the colorimetric quality of lighting used in TV production. Companion documents are
Tech 3353,
Tech 3354 and
Tech 3355.
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EBU Tech 3355
Method for the Assessment of the colorimetric properties of Luminaires
16 Apr 2013
The use of high efficiency light sources such as LEDs both in TV and film production may introduce colorimetric problems. This document describes the measurement procedure for assessing the colorimetric quality of lighting when used in TV production; it improves upon the Colour Rendering Index (CRI) for use in TV production. Companion documents are
Tech 3353,
Tech 3354 and the TCLI-2012
software package.
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Tech Report 018
Frequency Bands Allocated To Broadcasting
09 Apr 2013
This Technical Report supersedes EBU BPN 045, which is withdrawn. The document is intended to give an overview of the associated regulation and applications of the different frequency bands allocated to broadcasting. For each frequency band, it includes references to the Radio Regulations of 2012 and to the European table of frequency allocations approved 2013.
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TS 101 231
TV Systems; Register of CNI and VPS codes
19 Mar 2013
This is an extract of ETSI TS101231 where code registrations for the PDC and VPS systems are maintained and updated. New codes can be requested
HERE. The full TS 101 231 document is available free of charge on the
ETSI website.
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Tech Review 2013
DTT Quo Vadis - Germany as a case study
15 Mar 2013
This article looks at the prospects for DVB-T and DVB-T2 in Germany, in view of the fact that the future of classical terrestrial TV broadcasting in the country is under discussion and that it may even be terminated before the end of the decade.
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EBU BPN 045
Frequency Bands Allocated To Broadcasting
08 Mar 2013
EBU BPN 045 is withdrawn and has been superseded by EBU Technical Report TR 018. The TR is intended to give an overview of the associated regulation and applications of the different frequency bands allocated to broadcasting. For each frequency band, it includes references to the Radio Regulations of 2012 and to the European table of frequency allocations approved in 2013.
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EBU tech-i 015
EBU tech-i magazine
05 Mar 2013
Issue 15 of tech-i focuses on terrestrial broadcasting and some of the ongoing debates around media content delivery. There are articles on the future use of the 700 MHz band and the comparative strengths and weaknesses of broadcast vs broadband delivery. The thorny problem of satellite jamming is explained and there's a report on the EU Digital Agenda. All of this plus new audio technologies, intercom interoperability, an introduction ot the EBU's Technical Liaison Officers, a profile of SVT and much more.
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EBU Tech 3293
EBU Core Metadata Set v.1.4
13 Feb 2013
This is version 1.4 of the EBUCore metadata set. It is based on the work of the EBU Digital Strategy Group, and is primarily a minimum list of attributes for which an XML representation is also proposed. It expands the list of elements originally defined in EBU Tech 3293 (version 1.0, 2001).
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EBU R 138
EBU Rec. on Digital Radio Distribution in Europe
07 Feb 2013
This recommendation concerns the distribution of digital radio in Europe. Key words are DAB, DAB+, DRM and RadioDNS. The advantages of harmonising the timetable for deployment of digital radio across Europe are mentioned in this recommendation.
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Tech Review 2013
The future role of Broadcasting
28 Jan 2013
This article tries to shed some light on relevant developments which are likely to determine the future direction that terrestrial broadcasting will take. Opportunities and threats are discussed and the actions that broadcasters need to take in order to safeguard the future of terrestrial broadcasting are addressed.
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EBU Tech 3357
Case Studies on the Implementation of DRM+ in Band II
22 Jan 2013
This very comprehensive report provides the relevant parameters and planning criteria for the implementation of DRM+ in Band II. Two introduction scenarios are dealt with; replacing an existing FM transmission with DRM+ and adding a new DRM+ transmission on a new frequency. Seven Annexes detail planning exercises in Sweden, Germany and the UK.
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Tech Review 2012
CasparCG - how a small piece of software is changing live productions
03 Jan 2013
Caspar Character Generator (CasparCG), an in-house software at Swedish broadcaster SVT since 2006, has permeated most parts of the public service broadcaster's five HD channels and web offerings today. This software is currently being used or evaluated at a number of EBU broadcasters, including SVT, the BBC, DR, NRK and VRT.
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EBU BPN 101
Frequency & Network Planning Parameters for DAB+
16 Dec 2012
This report provides recommended frequency and network planning parameters related to DAB+ implementation.
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EBU Tech 3354
Comparison of CIE Colour Metrics - TLCI-2012
05 Dec 2012
The use of high efficiency light sources such as LEDs both in TV and film production may introduce colorimetric problems. This document describes subjective tests to establish the most appropriate colour metric for assessing colour differences for use in the ‘TV Lighting Consistency Index-2012’ (TLCI-2012). Companion documents are
Tech 3353,
Tech 3355 and the TCLI-2012
software package.
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EBU Tech 3353
A Standard (TLCI-2012) TV Camera Model
05 Dec 2012
The use of high efficiency light sources such as LEDs both in TV and film production may introduce colorimetric problems. This document reports the work done to measure the spectral sensitivity in modern CCD and CMOS cameras and the development of a 'Standard' TV camera colour model. Companion documents are
Tech 3354,
Tech 3355 and the TCLI-2012
software package.
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EBU R 137
Television Lighting Consistency Index 2012
05 Dec 2012
Considering that TV lighting must have a certain minimum quality standard and that new energy efficient luminaires may not perform as well as expected, the EBU recommends that the analytical method specified in
Tech 3355 be used to identify potentialy problem luminaires. Companion documents are
Tech 3353,
Tech 3354 and the TCLI-2012
software package.
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Tech Review 2012
SDI over IP
29 Nov 2012
As bitrates increase and equipment prices drop, IP-based communication technologies – both fixed and wireless alike – are pushing more and more dedicated communication systems into retirement. This article outlines the steps and required mechanisms to go “all-IP”.
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EBU tech-i 014
EBU tech-i magazine
27 Nov 2012
Issue 14 of tech-i includes a report on two key tech trials at the London Olympics, namely the EBU and VRT-led MPEG-DASH trial and the NHK and BBC Super-Hi Vision coverage. There's also a status update on HbbTV, digital radio in Germany, the EBU Future Network Infrastructures programme, a proof-of-concept for a Media Authentification system, a report on the EUROVISION News Exchange, a discussion of Net Neutralitiy and a profile of EBU Member Czech Radio. All this and more...
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Tech Review 2012
The automated file-basd QC system at NRK
22 Nov 2012
Between 2007 and 2009, NRK carried out a project called the “Programme Bank”, the main goal being to transform its TV production infrastructure to a fully file-based platform with an incorporated MAM system. This article describes the background to the project, along with NRK’s experiences with the Baton system during the setup and initial phases.
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EBU Tech 3347
Audio over IP - Production Intercoms; Interoperability Requirements
25 Oct 2012
Intercom systems are crucial to programme production. Several different manufacturers currently produce IP intercoms and it is essential that they interoperate. This document specifies the transport protocols, coding algorithms, encapsulation and signalling that will ensure interoperability. This is Revision 1 of the document.
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