Fiba TV Manual 2007
Fiba TV Manual 2007
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 1
1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6
Introduction...............................................................................................................5
Basic Principles..................................................................................................................................7 The Court.............................................................................................................................................7 The Officials ........................................................................................................................................7 The Spectators ...................................................................................................................................7 The Players and Coaches ..................................................................................................................8 Other Media ........................................................................................................................................8
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2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7
Requirements ............................................................................................................9
Power, Lighting and Utilities..............................................................................................................9 Television Broadcast Van Parking ....................................................................................................9 Television Studios ............................................................................................................................10 Commentary Positions......................................................................................................................10 Camera Positions..............................................................................................................................11 ENG Crews - Rights Holders ............................................................................................................12 ENG Crews - Non-Rights Holders....................................................................................................13
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3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6 3.7
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4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4
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5.1
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5.2 5.3 5.4 5.5 5.6 5.7 5.8 5.9 5.10 5.11
Countdown to Tip-Off Pre-Game Running Order .........................................................................22 Intervals ............................................................................................................................................22 Extra Periods.....................................................................................................................................22 Animations for Slow Motion Replays ..............................................................................................22 Highlight Programme Content..........................................................................................................22 Production Plan, Terms and Conditions..........................................................................................22 Camera Production Plan ..................................................................................................................23 Slow Motion Facilities......................................................................................................................25 Master Recordings ...........................................................................................................................25 Audio Production Plan .....................................................................................................................25
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6.1 6.2 6.3 6.4 6.5
TV Graphics.............................................................................................................26
Languages.........................................................................................................................................27 On-Screen Credits ............................................................................................................................27 Commentators Information System .................................................................................................27 Game Day Procedures .....................................................................................................................27 Standard Technical Set-Up .............................................................................................................27
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7.1 7.2 7.3
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10.1 10.2
International Distribution .......................................................................................30 Simultaneous Television Viewing for Multi-Venue Events .................................31 International Broadcast Centre (IBC) ...................................................................32
General Facilities - Supplied by the LOC ........................................................................................32 Technical Facilities - Supplied by the HB .......................................................................................33
APPENDIX 1 - FIBA Premium Standard Production Plan........................................................34 APPENDIX 2 FIBA Lighting Specifications............................................................................35 APPENDIX 3 Recommended Mass Media Facilities Set Up ................................................37
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1 INTRODUCTION
This manual has been produced as a supplement to the FIBA Bid and Event Manual as well as to the FIBA Marketing Manual and contains further information and responsibilities for Host Broadcaster and LOC obligations with respect to media coverage of the FIBA events. It is an official FIBA document. Additional information or up-dates may be available from time to time and will be sent to participating LOC or broadcasters for inclusion in this manual. This manual should be used in conjunction with the Internal Regulations of FIBA and the FIBA Corporate Identity guidelines. The FIBA Corporate Identity guidelines are available on an online style guide that contains all of the reproduction materials for the correct use of the FIBA logo and the production details for all promotional and commercial uses of the FIBA logo. To access the FIBA online style guide, please connect to www.identity.fiba.com, and to download, please use the following username: fiba\wearebasketball and the password: ?2dtknms. Within this manual there are a number of rules and regulations designed to enhance the game coverage and provide support for FIBA Broadcast Partners. By mutually respecting rules laid out hereafter all parties involved should be able to maximise the value in being involved with the FIBA event. Those not following the rules and regulations laid out in this manual may find their privileges revoked. This manual is relevant to the television production of any FIBA or FIBA zone competition and the FIBA TV Department is available to be contacted for any advice on any of the TV aspects. FIBA is responsible for the negotiation and conclusion of all contracts relating to the worldwide transmission of all games of the FIBA World Championships, the FIBA Zone Senior Men and Women Championships as well as other agreed FIBA Zone competitions. The term Transmission includes all coverage by terrestrial, satellite, cable and closed circuit television, internet video, radio and film on a live or delayed basis whether broadcast complete or in highlights. All new technical broadcast innovations come under these terms including digital, mobile, broadband, IP, high definition, wide screen, compressed vision, 3-D, virtual animated graphics and video, computer or other multimedia formats. FIBA alone can authorise broadcasts of all or any games of the Event, including arrangements for provision of basic coverage and for all live and delayed broadcasts (highlights, news or otherwise) into all countries. In addition, the provision to monitor and control photographic stills and/or computer digital recorded/transmitted stills rests with FIBA. The Broadcast Partners appointed by FIBA will have the right to broadcast games and highlights in their territories to the exclusion of any other broadcasters other than those broadcasters appointed by FIBA. No television broadcasters, radio stations, video or film companies will be allowed access to the games without the prior approval of FIBA. No broadcasters are permitted to broadcast in whole or in part any of the games without FIBAs prior consent. The LOC has certain obligations with respect to the Host Broadcaster and Broadcast Partners appointed by FIBA for the Event, which are detailed below. The details of the following items and the specific requirements in the Event venues will be discussed by FIBA, the Host Broadcaster and the LOC at the site visits that will take place before the start of the Event. In this context the
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decision of FIBA shall be final and binding. The support for television includes the provision of certain space and facilities in the venues for the Host Broadcaster and Broadcast Partners, as well as the observation of certain practices and procedures to ensure consistency across all games of the Event. In general, broadcasters requirements include, but are not limited to, space for camera positions, commentary positions, TV studios, presentation and interview positions, television briefing room and space for parking several television technical and production vehicles.
Any questions concerning the use of this manual should be forwarded to the FIBA TV Department at the address listed below:
FIBA TV Department Av. Louis-Casai 53, 1216 Cointrin Geneva, Switzerland Tel: Fax: EMail: +41 22 545 00 00 +41 22 545 00 99 [email protected]
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Only movable, handheld cameras working for the Host Broadcaster will be allowed around the court and team benches but will only be permitted on the court during time-outs and at half time. Broadcast representatives should make no approaches to players or coaches for interviews or comments during play unless previously agreed with FIBA. Such approval shall only be granted in exceptional circumstances.
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2 REQUIREMENTS
2.1 Power, Lighting and Utilities
Power, lighting, water and other utilities used within the respective venues for the broadcast and organisation of the Event games shall be provided free of charge by the LOC. The average maintained illumination should be 1800 lux in the vertical plane (towards the camera lens) and spread evenly on the basketball court floor area without any shadows or patches. The rest of the arena should have sufficient illumination (approximately 1000 lux). Please refer to Appendix 2 Lighting Specifications. If a stadium has large windows, specific attention should be given to ensure that light does not disrupt the broadcast production quality. In such a case the windows would need to be covered by curtains or blinds. Emergency lighting of at least 1000 lux should be available. Power and back-up power for the Host Broadcaster OB vans, graphics company and commentary area should be provided by the LOC. Should this power supply not be sufficient for the broadcasters unilateral vehicles, the LOC is responsible for any additionally required power supply. The Host Broadcaster should, if necessary, assist Broadcast Partners by providing power supply, on request, at standard rate card costs. All power and back-up power for the Host Broadcaster and Broadcast Partners needs shall be an uninterrupted power source and on a different phase from the rest of the arena. Power and lighting in all other working areas (e.g. TV studios, commentary positions, etc.) is the responsibility of the LOC and should be made available until all work is finished. After the games, the LOC shall ensure that the broadcast working areas and other working areas are adequately lit until all work is completed. Also, the LOC must ensure that a service engineer from the telecommunication operator is always onsite throughout the duration of the Event for any last minute requests or problems.
In general the Host Broadcaster will require space to park vehicles, these would be the production truck, editing, computer graphics, telecom, uplinks and rigging trailers. Broadcast Partners may require additional spaces but the final number will depend on the total number of requests from the Broadcast Partners.
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There should be sufficient space for two to three commentators per position (minimum 180 cm) and reasonable access behind the seats for other commentators to reach their positions. In a normal tribune this would mean nine normal spectator seats per commentary position (three for a desk, three for seats and three for access). Sufficient space on the table for two TV monitors, standard commentary box with two headsets, telephone and papers.
The height of the table should be approximately 75 cm. Ideally television monitors should be housed in a recess in the table top with a sitting position enabling the commentators to see the entire area of the arena floor and monitor at the same time. The commentary positions should not be enclosed so as to allow access to the crowd atmosphere. It is preferable that perspex dividers are installed between the commentary positions. Lighting in the commentary positions should be sufficient to read by but not glaring in order to avoid reflections on the TV monitor screen. Each commentary position should have at least four electrical plug sockets available for use. Following the site visit, some commentary positions may be designated to allow a camera and backdrop to be added for use for commentator presentations. Charges No charges are to be made by the LOC for commentary positions unless very special construction for a particular Broadcast Partner is required. Rate Card A rate card will be introduced by FIBA and the Host Broadcaster for commentary positions either fully or partially equipped. There will be no charge for a non-equipped position. All other technical or production facilities will be charged as per the rate card. The rate card should be finalised and distributed no later than six months before the start of the Event.
However, the LOC shall ensure that the minimum number of camera positions described below can be accommodated (before tickets are sold or allocated) unless they present any safety or security risks. The LOC shall be responsible for both the construction and the cost related to the provision of any camera platforms required for the minimum number of cameras. Where camera platforms are required they must be completely stable, cordoned off from the public seating and must be fully secured with limited and controlled access. All cameras must respect the distances and charges placed upon them. The production plan requires a minimum of eight to ten cameras. Please see Appendix 1 FIBA Premium Standard Production Plan. Optional Camera Positions In addition to the minimum positions stated, the Host Broadcaster may wish to expand its coverage with additional positions, giving new innovation and insight subject to approval during the site visit. Changing Room Cameras Additional cameras may be positioned unobtrusively in the changing room of the team. This will only be permitted if the Head of the Team Delegation gives approval. Any footage from the changing room will be visual only (i.e. no sound) and will be used just before the game, at halftime and just after the game. Broadcast Partners Unilateral Camera Positions Broadcasters with full unilateral facilities may, subject to FIBAs approval, share some of the HB positions.
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TIME
30 minutes before the game (prepresentation) Under 30 minutes to game During the game
PLACE
At pre-game unilateral interview position, agreed in advance TBA
INTERVIEWEE
Not with players
INTERVIEWER
Broadcast Partner
MANDATORY
No
TBA
Not with participating players, substitutes or coaches Not with participating players, substitutes, coaches, fouled out or substituted players Only celebrities, studio guests, nonparticipating players and officials Coach and one player from each team Coach and one player from each team All players to be available
Yes
No
Yes
No
End of game
Broadcast Partner (HB and Broadcasters of participating teams) Broadcast Partner All Media
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
All Media
No
No
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4 VENUE PROCEDURES
4.1 Accreditation System
Accreditations shall be distributed to those people that have a working role during the Event. It is important to note that no accreditation allows the holder a seat in the stadium. FIBA shall be responsible for the approval of all accreditations related to the FIBA Family of Member Federations, Central Board Members, etc., as well as for all Media, Broadcast and Commercial Partners personnel. The HB and Broadcast Partners will be provided with a specific accreditation card, which will be valid for the entire event. This accreditation card will give access for Host Broadcaster and Broadcast Partners to all games including the specified areas within the arena. LOC will be responsible for the production and the distribution of the accreditation cards. All Broadcast Partners personnel shall collect their accreditation on-site at each venue or at the central Accreditation Centre. Rights, Access and Obligations for Card Holders As a general point of principle, accreditations are not transferable and must be visibly worn at all times. Validity: for the entire event Access: to all games Access to arena areas: access to all areas within the arena except the Competition and VIP area. The accreditation card does not give the right to a media or spectator seat except for the commentary position. A limited number of media observer seats per game can be booked according to space available. Misuse: the accreditation cards are subject to withdrawal in the case of misuse.
4.2 Bibs/Vests
In addition to the accreditation and in order to better control each parties rights, FIBA will supply coloured bibs for the following personnel: TV bibs: For all HB cameramen, plus technicians working on the court during the game TV bibs: For all rights holders cameras and courtside crews Photo bibs: For all courtside photographers TV bibs shall be used to identify accredited camera crew personnel. All cameramen, whether in the tribune or around the court are required to wear a TV bib. In addition, all technicians working on the court are also required to wear a TV bib. The TV bib alone will not allow access to any area in the stadium; an accreditation card will be required as well.
The Host Broadcaster will receive numbered bibs before the event and is responsible for distributing and collecting the bibs in conjunction with the FIBA TV representative.
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The LOC Press officer will receive numbered photographer bibs before the event and is responsible for the distribution and the collection of the photographer bibs before and after each game or session. All photographers are obliged to wear the bibs during the game. In order to protect the exclusive rights of all of the Broadcast Partners and to ensure security in the stadium, all bibs must be returned to the Host / LOC Press Office after the game or session. A deposit may be required from the LOC Press Office to ensure the return of all bibs.
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TV Meeting Agenda: Relationships and Responsibilities Tour of Arena Facilities Camera Positions 1. Host Broadcaster 2. Unilateral TV Commentary Positions TV Graphics Position Interviews and Presentations TV Compound or OB Van Area Lighting/Power TV Graphics Technical Set-Up and Look Game day/Transmission Procedures Programme Content Highlights Programme Master Tapes Signal Delivery Telecom: Telephone Lines, 4 wires, ISDN circuits, etc... Accreditation Procedures Logistics Additional Site Visits Additional site visits may be necessary before the event due to changes in the arena, additional requests from Broadcast Partners, unilateral broadcasters, or any other developments which may affect the organisation of the games. The LOC will be asked to participate and make the necessary arrangements.
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5.3 Intervals
FIBA will ensure that the duration of the intervals (two (2) minutes) between the periods of play (four quarters of ten minutes) and of the half-time (fifteen (15) minutes) will be precisely adhered to in order to avoid programming problems for those broadcasters on scheduled networks. Time-outs are an integral part of the game and accepted as such. The Host Broadcaster should provide continuous coverage of the arena during intervals or may show brief highlights of the period.
All audio and video cabling, from/to and inside the arena, must be carefully planned (for both International Feed production and unilateral productions, if any). Specific cables way shall be identified during the site visit. The OB van available to produce the International Feed should be able to accommodate at least nine persons: 1 Director 1 Vision Mixer 2 Slow Motion Operators 1 Sound Engineer 1 Video Engineer 1 Technical Manager 2 Production Managers (one English speaker provided by the HB and one FIBA TV representative) The OB van shall be equipped with at least: an 18 inputs (minimum) video switcher with at least 1 DSK - 2 inputs (to be able to insert the graphics and the chrono) an 18 x 18 (minimum) video and dual audio routing switcher, with one 18 x 1 bus dedicated as a back up a DVE/transition-animation for Slo-mo replay a video synchroniser The OB van shall have a complete camera set-up available as a back up. The HB shall provide 14 inch (minimum) colour monitors: one with International Feed output Programme at each commentary position one with International Feed output Programme at the Graphics position one with Preview output Programme at Graphics position
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Cameras 4 & 5 - Hand-Held Cameras Located under or beside the basket at each end of the court to shoot the game action but also able to view the Team Benches Equipped with a by 15 lens or wide angle, according to directors wishes. Camera 6 - Beauty Camera Located at a high position, somewhere up in the roof, to shoot an attractive general view of the stadium. Light camera with wide angle. Cameras 7 & 8 Camera or Lipstick Remote controlled looking through or over the backboard, and able to move with the action. Cameras should be mounted to feature FIBA rim stickers in shot Camera 9 - Super Slow Motion Camera Located at court level (or at mid-level position), on the same side as Cameras 1 and 2 on the left and /or right corner, equipped with at least a by 40 lens with full servo. Camera 10 - Reverse Angle Located on the opposite side from the Team Benches and Scorers Table, facing head-on for reactions, replay angle action. Heavy camera with at least a by 40 lens with full servo. In addition, Camera 11 Camera on Crane Can be located on the left or right side of the court, possibly on a rail, able to elevate in a live mode from the floor to ceiling to give the perspective of height. Equipped with a wide angle lens. And, Remote controlled minicams in the entrance area to build atmosphere behind the scenes of big games NB: Unless the Information System provides the service, a camera chrono (unmanned) is always necessary in any of the camera plans chosen. The HB shall make sure that an appropriate lens is used so that the chrono board is shot properly for the time remaining and the 24 seconds is inserted on the screen either separately or at the same time. One hand held camera from the production plan, could be used for pre- and post-game unilateral interviews. All camera positions shall be pre-booked with the LOC, the HB, and FIBA TV during the site visit, and any modifications shall be approved by all parties in advance.
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6 TV GRAPHICS
The Event Information System shall ensure that the results, statistics, rankings and other competition-related information are gathered and distributed to the various media (TV, commentators, journalists, Internet) in a timely, efficient and reliable way.
The Event Information System includes the following elements: Scouting Commentators Information System TV Graphics Printing Interfaces to Other Systems
Internet
The information service for both on and off-screen graphics shall be available for every game. The TV graphics are game information data provided by the Event Information System to the Host Broadcaster as a TV signal. The graphic elements have been designed in harmony with the FIBA Corporate Identity guidelines and the Event look. The TV graphic operations require very close collaboration between the operator of the graphic generator and the TV producer. FIBA shall establish standards in order to ensure the quality of the TV graphics.
It is important to ensure that the information from the Public Information System which includes items such as the scoreboard(s), the game clock and the 24-second clocks is consistent with the other systems. For example it is vital that the time on the game clock is the same as the time displayed on the TV graphics. In order to ensure this, the scouting set-up and personnel must use the time of the game clock and the 24-second clock. This link may be
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possible through an automatic interface with the game clock and the 24-second clock but if this is not possible then it must be made manually.
6.1 Languages
The official international language of FIBA graphics will be English. However, unilateral broadcasters may have the option of receiving a simultaneous graphics feed in their own language (at an additional cost). If required, this should be requested at the time of the site visit and the unilateral broadcaster is required to supply the computer graphics company with the correct terminology in their own language for all basketball terms used in the graphics. All other language computer graphics feeds are produced simultaneously with the English International Feed and cannot be operated independently.
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From Host Broadcaster to Graphics Position: Black Burst as a synchro signal Programme Output i.e.: the live International Feed Output Programme If two language feeds are provided, an output of the domestic signal and the international programme should be delivered to the Graphics position Intercom: One isolated 4 wire circuit, with a complete headset to be set up at the Graphics position Electrical Power (same source as television) : 16 AMPS in mono Cables: 2 video cables and 1 pair of audio cables to serve as a back-up From Graphics Position to Host Broadcaster OB van: Key signal Fill signal (Both PAL or DIGITAL, depending on HB OB Van, TBD after the site visit) 1 CIS Signal
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8 INTERNATIONAL DISTRIBUTION
FIBA TV is planning to organise the satellite distribution of the events and will co-ordinate all bookings with the Host Broadcaster. For each FIBA Event, FIBA TV will distribute an offer (the Multilateral Booking Form) to all FIBA Broadcast Partners requesting details of their participation in each game. All FIBA Broadcast Partners should inform FIBA TV (via the Multilateral Booking Form provided by FIBA TV) of their participation in: Full game (specify Live or Recorded for delayed broadcast) Highlight Programme (specify Live or Recorded for delayed broadcast) Pre or post multi-unilateral (specify BETA play out or HB camera) Commentary Position (specify sound requirements) Other unilateral facilities (e.g. ENG crew etc.) The deadline for participation for each round of the competition will be clearly indicated so that broadcasters may determine their participation based on the results of the previous games and therefore should not change their participation after the set deadline in order to help FIBA TV and the HB with its planning requirements. Those bookings will be considered as binding and charged according to the rate card. Cancelled bookings will not be refunded. Please note that it may not be possible to accept a late request once the participation and satellite allocation has been established. Technical Co-ordination The Host Broadcaster will deliver the signal of the live game and the highlights programme free of charge to the transmission point which may be: the International Gateway of the host country (CNCT), a Transportable Earth Station (TES) on site and a pan-regional satellite, as agreed with FIBA TV. If FIBA TV decides to install a TES at the stadium, this will be the origin for both the live game transmission and also the highlights summary transmission. The Host Broadcaster should take this into account when planning the production of the highlights summary. In order to guarantee the quality of the transmission signals, FIBA TV may request the Host Broadcaster to test all uplinks prior to the game. Where the Host Broadcaster is able to originate International Sound in stereo, FIBA TV and the HB will endeavour to transmit both stereo and mono mixes, subject to the technical capacity of the uplink. In addition to the International Sound there will also be the FIBA TV audio from the FIBA Commentary Position distributed on a separate audio track.
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ADVERTISING BOARDS P H O T O G R A P H E R S 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 WIDE SHOT X 15 CLOSE UP X 62 PORTABLE 1 PORTABLE 2 PORTABLE 3 BEAUTY SHOT LIPSTICK 1 LIPSTICK 2 SUPER SLOW MOTION REVERSE ANGLE 1 2 6 3 P H O T O G R A P H E R S A D V E R T I S I N G B O A R D S A D V E R T I S I N G B O A R D S P H O T O G R A P H E R S P H O T O G R A P H E R S 5
Team Benches
Scorer's Table
Team Benches 9
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1800
5 5
0.5 0.6
0.7 0.7
0.5
Level 2
15002500 1000
0.6
0.7
Ecam.FOV
10
0.5
1000HORIZONTAL 2000
10
0.6
0.7
Notes 1. Slo-mo refers to triple frame rate slow motion cameras. 2. SDTV refers to Standard Definition Television cameras. Photographers using reversal film (5500K ) will prefer light sources having a colour temperature between 5500K and 6000K (DIN EN 12193, see References [6]). Glossary Ecam. The light in the direction of a specific camera location. FOV Eave. Grid The intended field of view of a camera Ecam. The average luminance either horizontal or toward a camera Ecam. The basic layout of measuring and calculation points for FIBA basketball events.
UG Uniformity Gradient the percentage difference of luminance between adjacent grid points.
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In the event of a power failure the lighting system should provide Level 3 conditions. All lighting installations shall: Reduce glare and shadows by the correct positioning of the lighting equipment, Be in compliance with the national safety requirements for electrical equipment in the respective country. For all FIBA competitions Level 1, there shall be a strobe light system for the photographers. Individual flash photography shall not be permitted. The strobe light system shall have a wiring harness for the installation of four lines, one in each corner of the playing court. Each line shall power a set of four strobe lights. Each set shall have synchro-cabling and be accessible to the photographers via a switch exchange located in the vicinity of the basket support structure. Each set shall be located at a distance of at least 5,000 mm from the boundary lines and at a recommended height of 15,000 mm (if possible). There shall be four sockets for the strobe lights located 2,000 mm from the flashes. Each socket shall be separate and protected against interference between each lamp (thermal recognition differential magnet). The harness shall be safely and securely installed and not within reach of the spectators. The flashes shall be securely and safely installed to prevent them from falling.
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We Are Basketball
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