Coverage at 10 venues in discussion, according to broadcaster equipment manufacturer.
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The 2012 London Olympics will get the 3D treatment, with plans currently in the works for at least 10 venues to be covered by 3D cameras, according to a leading broadcast equipment manufacturer.
“Although 3D is still marginal in relation to the larger audience there will be a few of the main events (at the 2012 Olympics) in 3D with feeds from 10 venues being discussed,” said Luc Doneux, who heads major events for broadcast equipment manufacturer EVS, whose server technology lies at the heart of broadcast plans that are being formulated by host broadcaster Olympic Broadcast Services (OBS). …
It has been estimated that there are roughly 40 3DTV channels available around the world, including Sky 3D Deutschland in Germany and Orange 3D in France. …
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