
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

Shocking Truth About Lightning: Q&A With Javier Castillo
By Bob Kovacs published
Any operation that relies on a tower knows that it needs lightning protection, but how often do these safeguards need to be checked, maintained and replaced?

Live News Trucks Roll in a Tough Economy
By Bob Kovacs published
Smaller trucks, improved maintenance keep the fleet running

ATSC 3.0 Plans for Television's Future
By Bob Kovacs published
Developing a standard that 'leaps well past HD' will take years

SSD-Based Servers Gain Traction
By Bob Kovacs published
Solid-state technology has the right chops but not the right price—yet

3D Monitors Put Video in Perspective
By Bob Kovacs published
Sizes and technology are available for any production requirement

I, Robotics
By Bob Kovacs published
Camera-operation systems range from remote control to software driven programs
PBS, Omneon Develop Distribution Prototype
By Bob Kovacs published
Stations want in on program-sharing network
Manufacturers Offer a Taste of MoCA
By Bob Kovacs published
Alliance wants to spread the gospel of coax
SMPTE Show Mixes Engineering, Exhibits
By Bob Kovacs published
Organizers offer educational sessions à la carte
Discovery Leads HD Production Sessions
By Bob Kovacs published
Programmer lays out criteria for sought-after hi-def content
PSIP Deadline Looms
By Bob Kovacs published
Broadcasters must have equipment in place by next month
WUSA Plans Local News in HD
By Bob Kovacs published
Station first in top 10 market to do HD local origination

12G No Problem for Today’s Cable, Connectors
By Bob Kovacs published
Building a 12G-SDI infrastructure is surprisingly simple
2002 Winter Olympics: Bigger, Faster, Better
By Bob Kovacs published
Located in a valley that was once underneath prehistoric Lake Bonneville, Salt Lake City is framed by the Wasatch Mountains and the Great Salt Lake.
Casper the Friendly Ghost Canceller
By Bob Kovacs published
Linx Electronics has developed an 8VSB receiver technology that the company claims dramatically reduces the effects of multipath interference.
SGI Serves up Video with a Twist
By Bob Kovacs published
If you’ve seen a movie with animation or special effects lately, chances are you’ve seen Silicon Graphics Inc. (SGI) products at work.
ABC In the Driver's Seat at Indy 500
By Bob Kovacs published
Broadcast mixes speed, technology and an 'anything-can-happen' attitude
DCI Teleport Inaugurates HD Service
By Bob Kovacs published
Networks use COFDM system for mobile coverage of presidential events
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