Early Zenith TV remotes changed channels by sound. When you push the button, a small hammer strikes an aluminum rod, triggering a sound above our hearing range that’s picked up by the TV.
In the 1950’s, TV shows were not allowed to use the word…
In the 1950’s, TV shows were not allowed to use the word “pregnant” as it was considered indecent.
There’s a TV channel in America named “History”…
There’s a TV channel in America named “History” and airs a show about Aliens shaping human civilization. And a channel called “Music Television” that airs shows about pregnant teenagers.
In the US, the “we’ll be back after these messages” often seen during…
In the US, the “we’ll be back after these messages” often seen during kid shows of the ’70s, ’80s, and ’90s were mandated by the FCC to help children differentiate between the TV show and commercials.
“Channel drift” is a term used to describe
“Channel drift” is a term used to describe when a TV channel loses it’s original purpose. (The Learning Channel showing Here Comes Honey Boo Boo)