Lecture videos of Theoretical physics

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The discussion highlights the frustration with the video quality of lectures from the International Center for Theoretical Physics, specifically regarding the EyA technology used to capture blackboard images every six seconds. Users express disappointment over the blurred images, which hinder visibility of the content despite the large file sizes of 200MB-300MB per lecture. A potential solution mentioned is the availability of a zip package on the lecture page, which is currently unavailable but expected to return soon, likely containing clearer photos of the blackboard. This could provide a better viewing experience for those seeking to engage with the lecture material more effectively.
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Hi guys , I found a lot of incredibly useful lecture videos provided by the international center for theoretical physics see http://www.ictp.tv/ However there is one problems . They use a technology called EyA to view the lectures.It creates high quality images of the black board every 6 seconds so that you can zoom in whatever you want however the blackboard in the video is very blurred and you can't see anything on it .I wonder if there exists a better way to watch the videos like downloading the images etc
 
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I sigh every time I see a lecture poorly encoded. For 200MB-300MB per lecture it should be of much higher quality than it is.

As for lecture photos of the blackboard, on the lecture page where you have links to the quicktime and flash video lectures there is also a zip package (which right now it says is unavailable, but will be back in a few days) which I am assuming has the photos included.
 
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