Introduction to Show Networking - Huntington, John

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Résumé :
Introduction to Show Networking covers the basics of how Ethernet networks provide a platform for entertainment control and audio/video media distribution for concerts, theatre productions, corporate and special events, cruise ship revues, wrestling shows, houses of worship, museum presentations, fountain spectaculars-any kind of show presented live for an audience. The book's bottom-up approach was designed with show technicians in mind, starting with the basics and then moving up through cables, network switches, and layering, and on through Ethernet, and network components like TCP, UDP, IP and subnet masks, all with a practical focus. More advanced concepts are introduced, including broadcast storms and VLANs, along with show networking best practices. Closing out the book is a network design process demonstrated through practical, real-world examples for lighting, sound, video, scenic automation, and show control networks. An appendix covering binary and hexadecimal numbers is also included. This easy-reading book draws from Huntington's Show Networks and Control Systems, the industry standard since 1994, but is completely re-focused, reorganized, and updated.

Biographie:
A trusted expert, John Huntington draws on four decades of experience in the field and classroom to clearly explain what goes on behind the scenes bringing bold performances to life in real-world settings. Huntington has worked on live shows, feature films, concerts, and installations with major companies and venues throughout the entertainment industry, including: Associates & Ferren, The Metropolitan Opera, Production Arts Lighting, Radio City Music Hall, Thoughtful Designs/PRG, and the Tribeca Film Festival. Huntington has written dozens of articles for industry publications such as Lighting and Sound America, ESTA's Protocol, Live Design, Lighting Dimensions, USITT's TD&T, Theatre Crafts, and over a thousand posts on his blog, www.controlgeek.net. Huntington was a professor at New York City College of Technology/CUNY (City Tech) for more than 20 years, and through his company, Zircon Designs, does show technology and audio consulting and training. He is a member of IATSE Local #1, has a NYS Class B Laser Operator's Certificate of Competence, is a Subject Matter Expert for the ESTA ETCP Entertainment Electrician certification program, and is an ETCP-recognized trainer. Huntington has a BFA from Ithaca College, an MFA from the Yale School of Drama, is a storm chaser and an award-winning photographer, and has lived in New York City since 1990....

Sommaire:
A trusted expert, John Huntington draws on four decades of experience in the field and classroom to clearly explain what goes on behind the scenes bringing bold performances to life in real-world settings. Huntington has worked on live shows, feature films, concerts, and installations with major companies and venues throughout the entertainment industry, including: Associates & Ferren, The Metropolitan Opera, Production Arts Lighting, Radio City Music Hall, Thoughtful Designs/PRG, and the Tribeca Film Festival. Huntington has written dozens of articles for industry publications such as Lighting and Sound America, ESTA's Protocol, Live Design, Lighting Dimensions, USITT's TD&T, Theatre Crafts, and over a thousand posts on his blog, www.controlgeek.net. Huntington was a professor at New York City College of Technology/CUNY (City Tech) for more than 20 years, and through his company, Zircon Designs, does show technology and audio consulting and training. He is a member of IATSE Local #1, has a NYS Class B Laser Operator's Certificate of Competence, is a Subject Matter Expert for the ESTA ETCP Entertainment Electrician certification program, and is an ETCP-recognized trainer. Huntington has a BFA from Ithaca College, an MFA from the Yale School of Drama, is a storm chaser and an award-winning photographer, and has lived in New York City since 1990....