This is a handbook for anyone who needs to know more about A-V equipment technologies. The book discusses traditional A-V approaches such as slide-tape, multi-image, film and video. Increasingly important and also covered in greater depth are computer-controlled A-V; networking of A-V systems and non-linear editing. All the many and varied uses of audio-visual presentations are discussed from business presentations, conferences, training sessions, museum exhibits through to visitor centre displays and theme parks. * now completely updated * much more on computer controlled A-V * the networking of A-V sytems * video compression * non-linear editing