EN 61834-6:2000
(Main)Recording - Helical-scan digital video cassette recording system using 6,35 mm magnetic tape for consumer use (525-60, 625-50, 1125-60 and 1250-50 systems) - Part 6: SDL format
Recording - Helical-scan digital video cassette recording system using 6,35 mm magnetic tape for consumer use (525-60, 625-50, 1125-60 and 1250-50 systems) - Part 6: SDL format
Describes the format extension, using higher compression to increase recording time and reduce running costs for the digital video cassette recording system.
Aufzeichnung - Videokassettensystem mit digitaler Schrägspuraufzeichnung auf Magnetband 6,35 mm für den Heimgebrauch (Systeme 525-60, 625-50, 1125-60 und 1250-50) - Teil 6: SDL-Format
Enregistrement - Systèmes de magnétoscopes numériques à cassette à balayage hélicoïdal sur bande magnétique de 6,35 mm, pour usage grand public (systèmes 525-60, 625-50, 1125-60 et 1250-50) - Partie 6: Format SDL
Décrit le format d'extension utilisant une compression plus forte destiné à augmenter la durée d'enregistrement et à réduire les coûts de production des systèmes de magnétoscopes numériques à cassette.
Snemanje - Digitalni videokasetni snemalni sistem z zapisovanjem s poševnimi sledmi na magnetnem traku, širokem 6,35 mm, za splošno uporabo (sistemi 525-60, 625-50, 1125-60 in 1250-50) – 6. del: Format SDL (IEC 61834-6:2000)
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 26-Nov-2000
- Withdrawal Date
- 31-Aug-2003
- Technical Committee
- CLC/TC 100X - Audio, video and multimedia systems and equipment and related sub-systems
- Drafting Committee
- IEC/TC 100 - IEC_TC_100
- Parallel Committee
- IEC/TC 100 - IEC_TC_100
- Current Stage
- 6060 - Document made available - Publishing
- Start Date
- 27-Nov-2000
- Completion Date
- 27-Nov-2000
Relations
- Effective Date
- 03-Feb-2026
- Effective Date
- 03-Feb-2026
- Effective Date
- 03-Feb-2026
- Effective Date
- 03-Feb-2026
- Effective Date
- 03-Feb-2026
- Effective Date
- 03-Feb-2026
- Effective Date
- 03-Feb-2026
- Effective Date
- 03-Feb-2026
Overview
EN 61834-6:2000 (Part 6: SDL format) is a European adoption of IEC 61834-6 that defines a format extension (SDL) for the helical-scan digital video cassette recording system using 6,35 mm (1/4") magnetic tape intended for consumer use. It covers the SDL extension for the platform families identified as 525-60, 625-50, 1125-60 and 1250-50. The primary objective is to describe a higher-compression recording format that increases recording time and reduces running costs for consumer digital video cassette recording (DVC) systems.
Key topics and requirements
The standard focuses on technical and interoperability aspects of the SDL format extension, including:
- Format definition for the SDL extension to the base helical-scan digital video cassette system on 6.35 mm tape.
- Higher-compression operation intended to extend recording time on cassette media while preserving acceptable playback quality.
- System applicability across the referenced systems (525-60, 625-50, 1125-60, 1250-50), ensuring the SDL format maps to the different timing/frame standards used in consumer DVC.
- Interoperability and compatibility considerations so SDL-recorded tapes can be identified and managed within the existing DVC ecosystem.
- Operational and cost benefits, emphasizing decreased tape usage and running costs through increased recording density.
- Conformance scope, intended audience and implementation guidance for manufacturers and service providers.
Note: EN 61834-6 describes the SDL format extension concept and requirements; implementers should consult the full published text for detailed normative specifications.
Applications and who uses it
EN 61834-6:2000 is relevant to organizations and professionals involved with legacy digital tape video systems and consumer DVC technology:
- Consumer electronics manufacturers designing or maintaining helical-scan DVC recorders and tape decks.
- Tape media producers developing compatible 6.35 mm magnetic cassette supplies.
- Product engineers and firmware developers implementing recording, compression and playback features that conform to SDL.
- Test laboratories and compliance teams validating format conformance and interoperability.
- Archiving and media preservation specialists working with consumer-format digital video cassettes to maximize storage efficiency while preserving content quality.
- Repair and service technicians supporting legacy consumer helical-scan equipment.
Related standards
- EN 61834 series / IEC 61834 (other parts cover base formats and system definitions).
- National adoptions (this document is the European/CENELEC adoption of IEC 61834-6).
Keywords: EN 61834-6, SDL format, helical-scan digital video, 6.35 mm magnetic tape, digital video cassette recording, higher compression, 525-60, 625-50, 1125-60, 1250-50, consumer DVC, recording format extension.
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Frequently Asked Questions
EN 61834-6:2000 is a standard published by CLC. Its full title is "Recording - Helical-scan digital video cassette recording system using 6,35 mm magnetic tape for consumer use (525-60, 625-50, 1125-60 and 1250-50 systems) - Part 6: SDL format". This standard covers: Describes the format extension, using higher compression to increase recording time and reduce running costs for the digital video cassette recording system.
Describes the format extension, using higher compression to increase recording time and reduce running costs for the digital video cassette recording system.
EN 61834-6:2000 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 33.160.40 - Video systems. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 61834-6:2000 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 61883-1:1998, EN 61834-2:1998, EN 61834-1:1998, EN 61834-3:2000, EN 61883-5:1998, EN 61834-9:2001, EN 61834-10:2001, EN 61883-5:2005. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-januar-2005
Snemanje - Digitalni videokasetni snemalni sistem z zapisovanjem s poševnimi
sledmi na magnetnem traku, širokem 6,35 mm, za splošno uporabo (sistemi 525-
60, 625-50, 1125-60 in 1250-50) – 6. del: Format SDL (IEC 61834-6:2000)
Recording - Helical-scan digital video cassette recording system using 6,35 mm
magnetic tape for consumer use (525-60, 625-50, 1125-60 and 1250-50 systems) -- Part
6: SDL format
Aufzeichnung - Videokassettensystem mit digitaler Schrägspuraufzeichnung auf
Magnetband 6,35 mm für den Heimgebrauch (Systeme 525-60, 625-50, 1125-60 und
1250-50) -- Teil 6: SDL-Format
Enregistrement - Systèmes de magnétoscopes numériques à cassette à balayage
hélicoïdal sur bande magnétique de 6,35 mm, pour usage grand public (systèmes 525-
60, 625-50, 1125-60 et 1250-50) -- Partie 6: Format SDL
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 61834-6:2000
ICS:
33.160.40 Video sistemi Video systems
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
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