The signal has left the building From the cameras, the picture is sent to a signal distribution centre in the ACC, below, where 4K and HD signals are interconnected. It then moves to a production truck outside, above, from which it begins its trip to the outside world.

Into the station and out through the tunnels The 4K signal is monitored at a quality-control distribution station, above, along with signals from across the cable plant. It then runs through reams of fibre optic cable on its way to fans’ TV screens.

Increasing your fibre A look inside the York Mills distribution facility in Toronto, where television signals are received, processed and sent out. As 4K offers four times the resolution of HD to allow for more detailed slow motion and closer zooms, the necessary infrastructure has multiplied accordingly.