Bob Kovacs
Bob Kovacs is the former Technology Editor for TV Tech and editor of Government Video. He is a long-time video engineer and writer, who now works as a video producer for a government agency. In 2020, Kovacs won several awards as the editor and co-producer of the short film "Rendezvous."
Latest articles by Bob Kovacs
IP Video, ATSC 3.0 Changing Test Protocol
By Bob Kovacs published
Broadcasters have to monitor an increasingly hybrid environment
IBC2014: Avid Declares Resolution Independence
By Bob Kovacs published
Avid announced its “resolution independence" with new and upcoming features for its MediaCentral Platform.
Shure VP83F Shotgun Microphone
By Bob Kovacs published
Cameras get all the attention, but good audio can make the difference between an average video production and a great video production.
Monitors Move in ESPN’s Studio W
By Bob Kovacs published
When it came time for ESPN to do something different and eye-catching in its Studio W used for the network’s NFL programming, the set designers wanted more movement.
Making the Connection: A Conversation with Steve Lampen
By Bob Kovacs published
Expensive new equipment with the latest bells and whistles gets all the publicity, but the best gear can perform below expectations without the proper cabling.
Tech Trends at NAB Show 2015
By Bob Kovacs published
Attending the NAB can easily be overwhelming—there is simply so much to see and learn, especially in a year like this when there are many technical issues at play.
NAB Show 2015 Pushes the Boundaries
By Bob Kovacs published
Walking the aisles is always a satisfying experience if you work the engineering side of the business, as there is so much to see that pushes the limits of what you know.
General Dynamics Mediaware to Demo 4K HEVC Ad Insertion at IBC
By Bob Kovacs published
At IBC 2014, General Dynamics Mediaware will highlight its portfolio of compressed-domain products targeted at broadcasters, video providers and media companies.
Blonder Tongue Encoder Uses Improved Motion Optimization
By Bob Kovacs published
The HDE-HVC-PRO MPEG-2 SD/HD professional series encoder is designed to deliver improved motion optimization for fast-paced programming, including live sports events.
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