LM24 Le Mans 24 hour TV coverage [merged] - Page 3

**Aysedasi** · 15 May 2006, 19:40 (Ref:1610912)

Great set-up hooked - got to be the next best thing to being there....

isynge · 16 May 2006, 09:37 (Ref:1611364)

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Originally Posted by Bentley03

I was just browsing Planet Lemans and see that Motors TV have announced further Le Mans programmes for the month of May starting in less than an hour with the Porsche v Jaguar battle of 1988.

Details here on Planet LeMans.

Is anyone else slightly perplexed by Motor's choice of "classic" Le Mans to revisit. 1988 was fair enough - especially to see the contemporary commentary which showed how well Jag concealed Lammers' gearbox problem - from the coverage it looked as though it was running like a train; but 1993 seemed a bit odd as a choice and why 1998 - I'd have plumped for '91 and '95 before either of these two.

**Bentley03** · 16 May 2006, 10:17 (Ref:1611396)

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Originally Posted by isynge

Is anyone else slightly perplexed by Motor's choice of "classic" Le Mans to revisit. 1988 was fair enough - especially to see the contemporary commentary which showed how well Jag concealed Lammers' gearbox problem - from the coverage it looked as though it was running like a train; but 1993 seemed a bit odd as a choice and why 1998 - I'd have plumped for '91 and '95 before either of these two.

I hadn't picked up on that, but you're right. They clearly decided to show 1988 (understandably) and then, rather than researching their subject, came up with the bright idea of simply leaving a five year gap between the races they subsequently broadcast (1988/1993/1998/2003).

**Aysedasi** · 16 May 2006, 10:53 (Ref:1611413)

93 was a great year - those 905s and TS010s are sadly missed - by me at least. Fabulous cars. I could listen to the wail from that Toyota all day...... But I'd definitely agree with 95.

hooked · 16 May 2006, 16:13 (Ref:1611626)

Thanks Bernie for suggestion, all in hand. Steve Mcqueen, ACO videos transferred to dvd, golden earing, etc all arranged. Today I heard we may have a 50" widescreen in the shed, depending on weather / insurance. Do SpeedTV broadcast nicam, can I set up 5.1, only joking. I have completely come out of depression and I am getting very nervous /

excited as I was before, prior to actually going.
To all us unfortunates

not able to go, set up a LM party!!!! It could become a national event.
In spite of negotiations, GOD HELP MY NEIGHBOURS

**Adam43** · 16 May 2006, 17:46 (Ref:1611688)

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Originally Posted by Aysedasi

93 was a great year - those 905s and TS010s are sadly missed - by me at least. Fabulous cars. I could listen to the wail from that Toyota all day...... But I'd definitely agree with 95.

I too ejoyed '93. Odd really because superficially it didnt have the manufacturers that I wanted. Still those cars won me round - fantastic looking prototypes. We've not seen a prototype as good since, I think.

**Aysedasi** · 16 May 2006, 20:31 (Ref:1611843)

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Originally Posted by AdamAshmore

We've not seen a prototype as good since, I think.

In a way, on looks, I liken those TS010s to the Porsche 917s - really brutish yet at the same time - beautiful.

Lovely TS010s

Knowlesy · 16 May 2006, 21:43 (Ref:1611915)

I thoroughly enjoy watching any Le Mans.

However I particularly enjoyed watching the 1993 feature the other day.....F1-like engines, great looking cars, perfect weather, a fairly decent battle. Only wished it was more than an hour.

Just gonna watch the 1998 show now...

isynge · 17 May 2006, 08:59 (Ref:1612369)

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Originally Posted by knowlesy

Just gonna watch the 1998 show now...

Surprisingly good - just goes to show how much I'd forgotten about that particular race - that said, it was in an era when I'd no access to satellite channels, so perhaps unsurprising I didn't pick up on it that much. In particular looking at the Porsche/Mercedes/Toyota/Nissan approaches to design etc was great to look at.

Not entirely sure why Lord Haw Haw was doing the commentary though!

Anorak · 17 May 2006, 11:44 (Ref:1612494)

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Originally Posted by isynge

Not entirely sure why Lord Haw Haw was doing the commentary though!

Taking a guess here isynge, as I didn't see the show, but it was probably Christopher Tate. Anyone confirm?

Erki · 18 May 2006, 16:47 (Ref:1613595)

I just hope they won't only show us Audi and Pescas and maybe Corvettes and Astons. I'd like to see all classes, all cars. And it'd be good to have a rolling leaderboard on top of the screen so you don't have to wait 10 minutes to see the top 6 or go and check live timing on Internet.

russ250575 · 21 May 2006, 16:16 (Ref:1615660)

As a person who wont be making the trip to Le Mans I guess i really shouldn't moan about this. but i Really hope the commentry teams for LM are better than the ones we have had so far this season on ALMS and LMS. At times they have been so off whats going on they could almost be watching a different race. and these are shorter race's what are they going to be saying 18 hours into a race.

Knowlesy · 21 May 2006, 17:54 (Ref:1615711)

Yes, I share the same hope.

I beg for Martin Haven and David Leslie, personally.

I also hope the picture quality is better than Motors' usual standard, although I guess I should be grateful for such extensive coverage and should shut my mouth.

Kidzer · 21 May 2006, 18:02 (Ref:1615721)

I guess some people are never happy, ain't that right knowlesy

Knowlesy · 21 May 2006, 18:06 (Ref:1615726)

I don't know what you mean!

**Aysedasi** · 21 May 2006, 20:57 (Ref:1615811)

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Originally Posted by russ250575

As a person who wont be making the trip to Le Mans I guess i really shouldn't moan about this. but i Really hope the commentry teams for LM are better than the ones we have had so far this season on ALMS and LMS. At times they have been so off whats going on they could almost be watching a different race. and these are shorter race's what are they going to be saying 18 hours into a race.

Just listen to Trussers........

**Bentley03** · 22 May 2006, 07:28 (Ref:1616025)

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Originally Posted by knowlesy

I also hope the picture quality is better than Motors' usual standard.....

Picture quality is usually top notch and there's a lot of effort being put in this year.
From the Lemans.org website:

Unprecedented TV coverage
The SSP ACO (producer), Interface Sport (assistant producer) and Visual TV (technology) will have the following equipment and personnel on hand to feed images to Canal +, Motors TV and TV Channels all over the world for unprecedented TV coverage...

...IMPRESSIVE TECHNICAL EQUIPMENT

5 outside broadcast vehicles
- 1 outside broadcast vehicle (control centre) located in the TV compound directing the international signal sent to all the broadcasters.
- 1 outside broadcast vehicle to receive and then distribute the signals sent to the TV channels.
- 3 outside broadcast vehicles at strategic points on the circuit: Mulsanne, Arnage and the Bugatti circuit.

26 cameras
- A total of 26 cameras located in the various sectors of the circuit:
OB vehicle Bugatti: 12 cameras + 3 HF cameras in the pits
OB vehicle Mulsanne: 6 cameras
OB vehicle Arnage: 5 cameras

10 on-board cameras
5 cars with 2 on-board cameras to send images and sound to the central reception area by an airborne relay plus an outside broadcast vehicle to catch the signal.

Balloon
For the first time in the 24 Hours a stationary balloon fitted with a close-up camera will film unusual shots from 50 metres altitude.

…LARGE CREW

8 directors + 2 news editors

180 TV engineers

…INNOVATIONS

Coverage of both the Wednesday and Thursday practice sessions from the Porsche corner to Tertre Rouge.

A stationary balloon with a 3D head and a video camera providing unusual images.

The TV coverage of the Le Mans 24 Hours will be available on 2 different signals. : the international signal for worldwide broadcasting and the private signal for broadcasting within the circuit perimeter (giant screen, press room).

Erki · 22 May 2006, 09:05 (Ref:1616083)

Only 5 cars have on-board cameras?

Right, some people are never happy...

**Adam43** · 22 May 2006, 12:24 (Ref:1616244)

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Originally Posted by Bentley03

10 on-board cameras
5 cars with 2 on-board cameras to send images and sound to the central reception area by an airborne relay plus an outside broadcast vehicle to catch the signal.

Which five? (who's below the weight limit?

)
Where will the cameras be mounted?
The Audis had them at Sebring, amonst others.

**Aysedasi** · 22 May 2006, 13:02 (Ref:1616271)

They were going to put one on a Debora, had it entered. They said it would avoid having to film any slow-mo.........

Erki · 22 May 2006, 14:29 (Ref:1616342)

I hope Corvette gets one and we'll get to hear hours of V8 roaring.

Knowlesy · 22 May 2006, 20:30 (Ref:1616604)

Last year they were on the Corvette's, the Pescarolo's and an Audi I think.....amongst others no doubt. I liked the Pescarolo onboard best, but then I'm biased in that respect.

I expect much the same this year.

**Bentley03** · 22 May 2006, 20:52 (Ref:1616623)

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Originally Posted by Bentley03

…INNOVATIONS

Coverage of both the Wednesday and Thursday practice sessions from the Porsche corner to Tertre Rouge.

I hope this means we'll also get coverage of qualifying on the big screens at the circuit this year..........

Knowlesy · 22 May 2006, 21:02 (Ref:1616634)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bentley03

Picture quality is usually top notch

Yes, but it has been on Eurosport usually, which is always excellent quality picture.

Motors has a bit of a rubbish bit-rate at times. Evidence? Flick between ITV and Motors during live BTCC coverage.

However, I'm sure they'll sort it out for Le Mans!

**Bentley03** · 22 May 2006, 21:30 (Ref:1616652)

Quote:

Originally Posted by knowlesy

Motors has a bit of a rubbish bit-rate at times. Evidence? Flick between ITV and Motors during live BTCC coverage.

I'm with you now, I was simply reflecting on the picture quality of the recordings taken from the Eurosport coverage which I watch when I get back home to blighty. I take your point, and yes, let's hope Motors do improve the quality for Le Mans.

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