Broadcast standards and the Loudness Meter

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Can someone put into layman’s terms where my audio levels need to be for US and European television broadcasting?

More specifically, When I look at the Wavelab Loudness Meter, where should it be to be compliant.

I’m sure the AES has some white papers on the subject, but that gets a little over my head sometimes.

thanks,
~Jay

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Hi Jay …

This is not a direct answer to your question but my humble experience is that when you receive these jobs, you almost always get a list of ‘deliverables’ … setting out exactly what you are required to deliver in terms of level, format etc. I you don’t, it can be a very good idea to ‘ask’.

It is not always safe to assume that the delivery spec will be what you expect it to be. There might well be a ‘broadcast standard’ but it does not necessarily follow that this is what you will be required to deliver to the broadcaster/network.

Here is a basic overview: http://www.gearslutz.com/board/post-production-forum/229741-standard-mixing-levels-movie-theater-dvd-broadcast-tv-commercials-etc.html

I hope this helps.

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Thanks, that will be a huge help!

~Jay