Aperture Correction

Compensation for the loss in sharpness of detail because of the finite dimensions of the image
elements or the dot-pitch of the monitor.

Artifact
A defect or distortion of the video image, introduced along the sequence from origination and
image capture to final display. Artifacts may arise from the overload of channel capacity by
excess signal bandwidth. Artifacts may also result from: sampling effects in temporal, spatial,
or frequency domains; processing by the transfer functions; compromises and inadequacies in
the system employed; cascading of minor defects; basically any other departure of the total
system from complete transparency resulting in visual errors.

Aspect Ratio
The ratio of width to height for the frame of the televised picture. 4:3 for standard systems,
5:4 for 1K x 1K, and 16:9 for HDTV.

ATSC
An acronym for "Advanced Televisions System Committee", the organization that defines the
standard for high-definition TV in the United States.

Attenuation
In general terms, a reduction in signal strength.