You're right about things getting forgotten. Two of the setups you're referring to in the pre-tape era were the film chain for playback and the kinescope for re

You're right about things getting forgotten. Two of the setups you're referring to in the pre-tape era were the film chain for playback and the kinescope for recording. These things were finicky and required extra personnel, whereas pointing one of the cameras at a physical logo was much easier. Its why much of early television, especially local programming was not saved. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Film_chain https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Film_chain https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kinescope https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kinescope This is a kinescope of Playhouse 90s production of Requiem for a Heavyweight which was performed live on TV like a play. Its amazing to think they changed sets and costumes during commercials. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9B0h2Anklbo https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9B0h2Anklbo