TV Broadcasting
TV Broadcasting
PROCESSES
OF TV BROADCASTING
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Audio-Visual
Medium
Television provides both
audio and visual
content, which
distinguishes it from
radio broadcasting. This
feature engages viewers
by appealing to their
senses of sight and
hearing.
Studio Setup
A TV studio is different from a radio
station studio. The television
production studio includes all of the
necessary equipment for sets, cameras,
microphones, lighting, and
so on. It also encompasses
the area where acting and performing
occur.
Script
Most TV show scripts are
split into episodes, which
constitute part of a wider
narrative. It also contains
more character and story
arcs than a radio script.
Lighting
Lights are always mounted
in a TV studio to shoot any
programme. And the
quality of the lighting
determines the quality of
a TV production.
Clock News Ticker
A digital or audio clock can During a programme, a scroll
be displayed at the lower bar at the bottom of the TV
corner of a TV screen to screen often displays breaking
tell the time. news as well as latest routine
news.
Slow Motion
Key moments during a TV broadcast can
be replayed slowly for effect.
Announcements
The showing of announcements in the middle of
a TV programme is a common and yet distinct
feature of TV broadcasting.
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PROCESSES
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1. Content Creation
TV programs, shows, and events are created by production companies or
in-house studios. This involves scripting, shooting, editing, and post-
production.
2. Content Delivery
After production, the content is delivered to the broadcasting network.
This can involve physical media, satellite uplinks, or digital file
transfers.
3. Transmission
The broadcasting network sends the content to the broadcasting station or
headend, where it is prepared for transmission.
4. Scheduling
The broadcaster creates a schedule for programming, which includes deciding
when and in what order programs will air.
5. Transmission Control
Technicians at the broadcasting station control the transmission process,
including switching between live and pre-recorded content, inserting
advertisements, and monitoring signal quality.
6. Signal Encoding
The audio and video signals are encoded and compressed to optimize
bandwidth usage and signal quality.
7. Transmission
The encoded signals are transmitted via various methods, including terrestrial
transmitters, cable systems, or satellite uplinks. Terrestrial broadcasting may
involve multiple transmission towers for wider coverage.
8. Reception
Viewers receive these signals through antennas, cable connections, or
satellite dishes. Modern TVs often have built-in digital tuners to decode and
display the broadcasted content.
9. Decoding and Display
TVs decode the received signals, displaying video and audio on the screen.
Additional features like closed captions and multiple audio tracks can also be
included.
Maintenance
address technical issues promptly to ensure uninterrupted broadcasting.
13. Regulatory
Broadcasters must adhere to
Compliance
broadcasting regulations, including
content standards and licensing
requirements.
QUIZ
I. Identify the missing letters/word in the blank. Write your answers in a ¼
sheet of paper.
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