EN 61834-1:1998
(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 1: General specifications
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 1: General specifications
Specifies the content, format and recording method of the data blocks forming the helical records on the tape. Describes the common specifications for cassettes, modulation method, magnetization and basic system data, for helical-scan digital video cassette recording system using 6,35 mm (1/4 inch) magnetic tape. Defines the electrical and mechanical characteristics of equipment which will provide for the interchangeability of recorded cassettes.
Aufzeichnungstechnik - Videokassettensystem mit digitaler Schrägspuraufzeichnung auf Magnetband 6,35 mm für den Heimgebrauch (Systeme 525-60, 625-50, 1125-60, 1250-50) - Teil 1: Allgemeine Festlegungen
Enregistrement - Système de magnétoscope numérique à cassette à balayage hélicoïdal utilisant la bande magnétique de 6,35 mm, destiné au grand public (Systèmes 525-60, 625-50, 1125-60 et 1250-50) - Partie 1: Spécifications générales
Spécifie le contenu, le format et la méthode d'enregistrement des blocs de données formant les enregistrements hélicoïdaux sur la bande. Décrit les spécifications communes concernant les cassettes, la méthode de modulation, la magnétisation et les données de base système, destinées au système d'enregistrement vidéo numérique à cassette à balayage hélicoïdal utilisant la bande magnétique de 6,35 mm (1/4 d'inch). Définit les caractéristiques électriques et mécaniques du matériel permettant l'interchangeabilité des cassettes enregistrées.
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 1: General specifications (IEC 61834-1:1988)
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 08-Oct-1998
- Withdrawal Date
- 30-Jun-2001
- 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
- 09-Oct-1998
- Completion Date
- 09-Oct-1998
Relations
- Effective Date
- 29-Jan-2023
Overview
EN 61834-1:1998 (recorded in CLC/SIST as EN 61834-1:2003 / IEC 61834-1:1988) defines the general specifications for a consumer-grade helical-scan digital video cassette system that uses 6.35 mm (1/4 inch) magnetic tape. It covers the series of systems identified as 525-60, 625-50, 1125-60 and 1250-50, and establishes the technical baseline for format, recording method and interchangeability of recorded cassettes across compliant equipment.
Key topics and technical requirements
- Data block content and format: Specifies how data blocks are arranged to form the helical records written to tape, including the logical structure and sequence needed for reliable read/write operations.
- Recording method: Defines the helical-scan recording approach used for the 6.35 mm cassette format, including the general procedures for forming helical tracks on the tape.
- Cassette and mechanical specifications: Describes common mechanical characteristics of cassettes and recorder transport features that support physical interchangeability of tapes between devices.
- Modulation and magnetization: Lays out the modulation method and magnetization principles applied to the digital signal on the magnetic tape to ensure consistent recording quality and playback.
- Basic system data: Establishes baseline system parameters and organization needed for device compatibility across the specified systems (525-60, 625-50, 1125-60, 1250-50).
- Electrical and interface characteristics: Defines electrical/mechanical characteristics of equipment interfaces so recorded cassettes are interchangeable among conforming recorders and players.
Applications
- Product design and development for consumer digital video cassette recorders (VCRs) that use 6.35 mm tape.
- Manufacturing and quality control of magnetic tape cassettes and transport mechanisms to ensure compatibility.
- Development of firmware and digital signal processing algorithms that follow the modulation and data block formats.
- Test and compliance labs verifying interchangeability and conformance of devices and media.
- Media preservation and repair professionals who need to understand format structure for data recovery on legacy consumer tape systems.
Who uses this standard
- Consumer electronics manufacturers and hardware engineers
- Test houses and compliance engineers
- Tape and media manufacturers
- Archivists, media preservers and restoration technicians
- Standards bodies and technical authors documenting legacy video formats
Related standards
- IEC 61834 series (reference to IEC 61834-1:1988)
- International Classification for Standards (ICS) area: 33.160.40 Video systems
This standard is essential for ensuring consistent, interoperable operation of consumer helical-scan digital video cassette systems using 6.35 mm tape and for preserving compatibility across devices and media suppliers.
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 61834-1:1998 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 1: General specifications". This standard covers: Specifies the content, format and recording method of the data blocks forming the helical records on the tape. Describes the common specifications for cassettes, modulation method, magnetization and basic system data, for helical-scan digital video cassette recording system using 6,35 mm (1/4 inch) magnetic tape. Defines the electrical and mechanical characteristics of equipment which will provide for the interchangeability of recorded cassettes.
Specifies the content, format and recording method of the data blocks forming the helical records on the tape. Describes the common specifications for cassettes, modulation method, magnetization and basic system data, for helical-scan digital video cassette recording system using 6,35 mm (1/4 inch) magnetic tape. Defines the electrical and mechanical characteristics of equipment which will provide for the interchangeability of recorded cassettes.
EN 61834-1:1998 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 61834-1:1998 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 61834-1:1998/A1:2001. 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-december-2003
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 1: General specifications (IEC 61834-1:1988)
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
1: General specifications
Aufzeichnungstechnik - Videokassettensystem mit digitaler Schrägspuraufzeichnung auf
Magnetband 6,35 mm für den Heimgebrauch (Systeme 525-60, 625-50, 1125-60, 1250-
50) -- Teil 1: Allgemeine Festlegungen
Enregistrement - Système de magnétoscope numérique à cassette à balayage hélicoïdal
utilisant la bande magnétique de 6,35 mm, destiné au grand public (Systèmes 525-60,
625-50, 1125-60 et 1250-50) -- Partie 1: Spécifications générales
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 61834-1:1998
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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