Satellite Television

Analogue and Digital Reception Techniques
Erscheinungsjahr 1999
ISBN: 978-0-340-74108-5
Verlag: Elsevier Science & Technology

Buch, Englisch, 189 Seiten, Format (B × H): 156 mm x 234 mm

Satellite television is part of the lives of millions of television viewers worldwide and its influence is set to increase significantly with the launch of digital satellite television services.

This comprehensive reference book, written by the author of the highly successful 'Digital Television', provides a technical overview of both analogue and digital satellite TV. Written concisely and thoroughly, it covers all aspects of satellite TV necessary to understand its operation and installation. It also covers the evolution of satellite television, and contains a detailed glossary of technical terms. This book will prove invaluable to those working in the telecommunications field, both professionals and undergraduates alike. It will be particularly useful to those who need to evaluate satellite transmission against other methods, such as digital terrestrial broadcasting.



- A technical overview of both analogue and digital satellite TV
- Covers all aspects of satellite TV necessary to understand its operation and installation
- Contains a detailed glossary of technical terms

Autoren/Hrsg.

Benoit, Herve

Fachgebiete

• Technische Wissenschaften Elektronik | Nachrichtentechnik Nachrichten- und Kommunikationstechnik Satellitenkommunikation, Satellitentechnik
• Technische Wissenschaften Elektronik | Nachrichtentechnik Nachrichten- und Kommunikationstechnik Fernsehtechnik

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Principles of satellite TV
Direct-to-home TV satellites
Capture of the satellite signal
Analog satellite TV
Digital satellite TV (DVB-S)
Receiving installation
Evolution prospects