Tech Paper 2022: This paper presents OBS’s use of immersive 5.1.4 audio for Tokyo 2020 and Beijing 2022 broadcasts.
Abstract
Olympic Broadcasting Services (OBS) was created by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) in 2001 in order to serve as the Host Broadcast organisation for all Olympic Games, Olympic Winter Games and Youth Olympic Games. As Host Broadcaster, OBS is responsible for delivering the images, sounds and data of the Olympic Games that captivate billions of viewers worldwide.
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