HD Laserdisc - HD in ‘93 (Part 1)
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High-definition laserdiscs using the Meuse system were costly and had limited availability, with high vision laserdiscs in Japan predating DVD adoption in the US. The rise of DVD marked the end of analog video formats, rendering the high vision Meuse system outdated.
Insights
- The narrator's investment in high-definition laserdiscs and a player highlights the early challenges and costs associated with adopting new home HD video formats, showcasing the slow acceptance and potential risks involved in embracing cutting-edge technology.
- The transition from analog to digital video formats, exemplified by the rise of DVDs, marked a significant shift in home entertainment technology, rendering previous high vision laserdisc systems like Meuse outdated and paving the way for the emergence of digital HDTV, emphasizing the constant evolution and obsolescence of technology in the media industry.
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What is the Meuse system?
A compression system for high-definition video signals.
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