In the TV goniometer detection system, to play the signal and field of view points line extraction is a key link in the process of parameter detection. Combination of target processing requirements, this article will target extraction algorithm based on gray level threshold and edge detection algorithm is studied, and through the experimental analysis to select the optimal algorithm was applied to the detection of TV goniometer; According to the characteristics of the standard signal and view points, lines, and put forward the corresponding methods of target recognition, and is verified through experiments