horse racing needs to go high definition t.v.

[ALostTexan]

I don't know anything about the technology, but is it much more expensive to produce? I can't wait to see the races HD...

[Bigsmc]

I think the main expense is the cameras that each track would need to buy.

[the_fat_man]

NYRA is especially challenged in this area. Given the quality of their video, one can only assume that they haven't even caught up with ZOOM LENS cameras yet. (Ever try to watch the break replay on some of the NYRA races? Setting aside all the replays that start AFTER the break, of course)
Then, factor in the incompetence when it comes to camera operation and placement and you begin to see that HDTV quality CRAPPY video is not really of much use to anyone who's using the tape for information purposes.

[freddymo]

Originally Posted by the_fat_man

NYRA is especially challenged in this area. Given the quality of their video, one can only assume that they haven't even caught up with ZOOM LENS cameras yet. (Ever try to watch the break replay on some of the NYRA races? Setting aside all the replays that start AFTER the break, of course)
Then, factor in the incompetence when it comes to camera operation and placement and you begin to see that HDTV quality CRAPPY video is not really of much use to anyone who's using the tape for information purposes.

NYRA is too busy spending money on Country Club memberships..

Originally Posted by Bigsmc

I think the main expense is the cameras that each track would need to buy.

How about we get cheap tracks like Philadelphia Park to show entry 1 and 1a on the monitors?

Need to know which one of the two is scratched.