High Definition and Multimedia Systems records, 1953-2003
Part of collection: David Sarnoff Research Center records (2464-09)
Dates
- Creation: 1953-2003
Historical Note
High Definition and Multimedia Systems was established in 1996 under Senior Director (later Vice-President) Glenn A. Reitmeier. This united high definition television (HDTV) and related research under Reitmeier, who had been directing the High Definition Imaging and Multimedia Laboratory (formerly the High Definition Imaging and Computing Laboratory) since 1991.
Scope and Content
This record group contains papers from scientists working on a wide range of electronics projects, particularly high definition television (HDTV) and advanced compatible television (ACTV). The Charles M. Wine and Edward C. Fox papers also document project “Sliced Bread” (also known by the funder’s codename “Toaster”), an attempt to develop a virtual reality video game system.
Arrangement
This record group is arranged in five series:
I. Glenn A. Reitmeier papers
II. Edward C. Fox papers
III. Jeremy Pollack photographs
IV. Thomas M. Stiller papers
V. Charles M. Wine papers
Extent
From the Collection: 990 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Additional Description
Access Restrictions
Records subject to 25-year time seal.
Arrangement
This record group is arranged in five series:
I. Glenn A. Reitmeier papers
II. Edward C. Fox papers
III. Jeremy Pollack photographs
IV. Thomas M. Stiller papers
V. Charles M. Wine papers
Related Names
Creator
- From the Collection: Sarnoff Corporation (Organization)
- From the Collection: Radio Corporation of America. David Sarnoff Research Center, Princeton, N.J (Organization)
Repository Details
Repository Details
Part of the Manuscripts and Archives Repository
