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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 March 26, 2010 - Orlando, FL - EH Expo - ISF Level I Instructor: Joel Silver March 27, 2010 - March 28, 2010 Orlando, FL - EH Expo - ISF Level II Instructor: Joel Silver April 13, 2010 - San Francisco, CA - ISF Level I Instructor: Joel Silver April 14, 2010 - April 15, 2010 San Francisco, CA - ISF Level II Instructor: Joel Silver June 16, 2010 - Dallas, TX - ISF Level I Instructor: Joel Silver June 17, 2010 - June 18, 2010 Dallas, TX - ISF Level II Instructor: Joel Silver July 21, 2010 - Los Angeles, CA - ISF Level I Instructor: Joel Silver July 22, 2010 - July 23, 2010 Los Angeles, CA - ISF Level II Instructor: Joel Silver August 18, 2010 - Denver, CO - ISF Level I Instructor: Joel Silver August 19, 2010 - August 20, 2010 Denver, CO - ISF Level II Instructor: Joel Silver September 20, 2010 - Atlanta, GA - CEDIA - ISF Level I Instructor: Joel Silver September 21, 2010 - September 22, 2010 Atlanta, GA - CEDIA - ISF Level II Instructor: Joel Silver October 20, 2010 - NY/NJ area - ISF Level I Instructor: Joel Silver October 21, 2010 - October 22, 2010 NY/NJ area - ISF Level II Instructor: Joel Silver November 17, 2010 - Boca Raton, FL - ISF Level I Instructor: Joel Silver November 18, 2010 - November 19, 2010 Boca Raton, FL - ISF Level II Instructor: Joel Silver International May 19, 2010 - Vancouver, BC, Canada - ISF Level I Instructor: Joel Silver May 20, 2010 - May 21, 2010 Vancouver, BC, Canada - ISF Level II Instructor: Joel Silver Click here to contact Tom Vanthuyne about European seminars 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