NTSC was implemented nearly fifty years ago, adding color to our existing black and white television system. Despite solid grounding in the science of color and light perception, NTSC has a history of inconsistent picture reproduction.

What went wrong? Among other things, the general public was never given a basic understanding of the system and its limitations, which affected the manufacturing and program production industries.

Today we are witnessing the birth of digital television, an era which has promised to eradicate the ills of conventional TV. Once again however, it is not common knowledge that DTV, and all modern electronic imaging systems are indeed based upon the same fundamental principles of our original NTSC system. Without an understanding of and careful attention to the established standards, DTV will fall victim to difficulties similar to those which have plagued NTSC.

The ISF seminar addresses these issues. Beginning with basic front panel control adjustments, then moving to video signal engineering, attendees should come away with a full comprehension of the "systems approach" to electronic imaging, and the importance of this understanding to providing good pictures for clients.

Sample Seminar Outline...

The ISF seminar attracts attendees of differing backgrounds. From home theater enthusiasts to broadcast executives, A/V dealers and distributors to video systems engineers, each person will come away with a new perspective on electronic imaging.

Those who are interested can play a more active role as a service provider. Our network of well equipped specialists is implementing the standard for enthusiastic end users across the country, at the same time elevating general public understanding of the system intentions.

Highly specialized equipment is required to achieve the system standard. Therein lies a unique opportunity for the trained service provider who invests in instrumentation. The equipment required will depend on the calibration service to be rendered to the customer.

An optical comparator is available from the ISF for under $500 US. Further instrumentation is also discussed and demonstrated at the seminars. This additional equipment can be obtained through means outside our organization, and starts from approximately $3000 up to $15,000.

The ISF seminar demonstrates the value of understanding why and how electronic image reproduction works, plus the added value of having the right tools to implement the system specifications.

ISF seminars are scheduled throughout the course of the year. Below are the upcoming events presently scheduled:

United States

September 08, 2008 - September 09, 2008
Denver, CO - CEDIA
Instructor: Joel Silver

September 23, 2008 - September 24, 2008
New Jersey
Instructor: Joel Silver

November 02, 2008 - November 03, 2008
Long Beach, CA - sponsored by EH Expo
Instructor: Joel Silver

November 19, 2008 - November 21, 2008
Boca Raton, FL - special 3 day private session - seating limited
Instructor: Joel Silver

December 16, 2008 - December 17, 2008
Las Vegas, NV
Instructor: Joel Silver

 International

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Please contact Joel Silver at the following address for more information on ISF seminar scheduling.

Imaging Science Foundation
3257 Harrington Drive
Boca Raton, FL 33496
USA
Office: (561) 997-9073; FAX: (561) 995-7715