ISO/IEC 14496-5:2001/Amd 20:2009
(Amendment)Information technology — Coding of audio-visual objects — Part 5: Reference software — Amendment 20: MPEG-1 and -2 on MPEG-4 reference software and BSAC extensions
Information technology — Coding of audio-visual objects — Part 5: Reference software — Amendment 20: MPEG-1 and -2 on MPEG-4 reference software and BSAC extensions
Technologies de l'information — Codage des objets audiovisuels — Partie 5: Logiciel de référence — Amendement 20: Logiciel de référence MPEG-1 et -2 sur MPEG-4 et extensions BSAC
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 09-Feb-2009
- Current Stage
- 6060 - International Standard published
- Start Date
- 10-Feb-2009
- Due Date
- 05-May-2010
- Completion Date
- 04-Jul-2008
Relations
- Effective Date
- 06-Jun-2022
- Effective Date
- 15-Apr-2008
Overview
ISO/IEC 14496-5:2001/Amd 20:2009 is an international standard published by ISO/IEC that serves as an amendment to Part 5 of the ISO/IEC 14496 series, focusing on reference software for coding audio-visual objects. This amendment integrates support for MPEG-1 and MPEG-2 standards within the MPEG-4 reference software environment and includes extensions related to Bit-Sliced Arithmetic Coding (BSAC). The update ensures continued relevance of the ISO/IEC 14496-5 standard by aligning MPEG-4 reference software implementations with legacy MPEG standards, facilitating interoperability and enhancing coding efficiency.
Key Topics
Reference Software Integration
The amendment expands the MPEG-4 reference software to support MPEG-1 and MPEG-2 technologies, enabling seamless compatibility and coexistence among these widely adopted audio-visual coding standards.BSAC Extensions
Bit-Sliced Arithmetic Coding extensions are incorporated to improve audio compression performance, supporting advanced encoding techniques for efficient and high-quality audio-visual content coding.Interoperability and Compatibility
By aligning MPEG-1 and MPEG-2 coding approaches within the MPEG-4 software framework, the amendment addresses practical challenges in multimedia system development, ensuring backward compatibility across different generations of media codecs.Software Distribution and Use
The standard is made available as a PDF document on a CD-ROM with electronic annexes and replacement subdirectories. It emphasizes correct installation procedures to maintain file integrity and usability, offering clear guidance for professionals implementing the reference software.
Applications
Multimedia Codec Development
Developers can leverage this amendment to incorporate MPEG-1 and MPEG-2 support into MPEG-4 codec implementations, ensuring broad compatibility across various media platforms and devices.Audio-Visual Content Delivery
Streaming services, broadcast systems, and media players benefit from improved audio-visual coding reference software that integrates multiple MPEG standards, enhancing media quality and playback consistency.Research and Standardization
Researchers and engineers working on audio-visual compression technologies can use the reference software as a foundation for developing new algorithms, conducting performance evaluations, and ensuring compliance with international standards.Digital Multimedia Systems
The amendment supports the design of multimedia devices and systems that require reliable, standardized audio-visual coding techniques, including digital TV, video conferencing, and online media applications.
Related Standards
ISO/IEC 14496 (MPEG-4 Series)
The core standard for coding of audio-visual objects, encompassing multiple parts, including Part 5 which relates to reference software implementations.MPEG-1 and MPEG-2 Standards
Earlier multimedia coding standards that underpin audio and video compression technologies widely used in digital broadcasting, DVD media, and online streaming.Bit-Sliced Arithmetic Coding (BSAC) Extensions
A specialized audio coding technique defined within the MPEG framework to enhance coding efficiency and audio quality.ISO/IEC 14496-1 to 14496-4
Related parts of the MPEG-4 standard covering system specifications, video coding, and audio coding modules essential for full multimedia framework compliance.
This amendment to ISO/IEC 14496-5 reinforces the importance of maintaining backward compatibility and enhancing multimedia coding through reference software. It is a critical resource for professionals involved in the development, implementation, and standardization of audio-visual coding technologies worldwide.
ISO/IEC 14496-5:2001/Amd 20:2009 - MPEG-1 and -2 on MPEG-4 reference software and BSAC extensions
ISO/IEC 14496-5:2001/Amd 20:2009 - MPEG-1 and -2 on MPEG-4 reference software and BSAC extensions
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Frequently Asked Questions
ISO/IEC 14496-5:2001/Amd 20:2009 is a standard published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). Its full title is "Information technology — Coding of audio-visual objects — Part 5: Reference software — Amendment 20: MPEG-1 and -2 on MPEG-4 reference software and BSAC extensions". This standard covers: Information technology — Coding of audio-visual objects — Part 5: Reference software — Amendment 20: MPEG-1 and -2 on MPEG-4 reference software and BSAC extensions
Information technology — Coding of audio-visual objects — Part 5: Reference software — Amendment 20: MPEG-1 and -2 on MPEG-4 reference software and BSAC extensions
ISO/IEC 14496-5:2001/Amd 20:2009 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 35.040 - Information coding; 35.040.40 - Coding of audio, video, multimedia and hypermedia information. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
ISO/IEC 14496-5:2001/Amd 20:2009 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to ISO/IEC 14496-5:2001; is excused to ISO/IEC 14496-5:2001. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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INTERNATIONAL ISO/IEC
STANDARD 14496-5
Second edition
2001-12-15
AMENDMENT 20
2009-02-01
Information technology — Coding of
audio-visual objects —
Part 5:
Reference software
AMENDMENT 20: MPEG-1 and -2 on
MPEG-4 reference software and BSAC
extensions
Technologies de l'information — Codage des objets audiovisuels —
Partie 5: Logiciel de référence
AMENDEMENT 20: Logiciel de référence MPEG-1 et -2 sur MPEG-4 et
extensions BSAC
Reference number
ISO/IEC 14496-5:2001/Amd.20:2009(E)
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ISO/IEC 2009
ISO/IEC 14496-5:2001/Amd.20:2009(E)
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INTERNATIONAL ISO/IEC
STANDARD 14496-5
Second edition
2001-12-15
AMENDMENT 20
2009-02-01
Information technology — Coding of
audio-visual objects —
Part 5:
Reference software
AMENDMENT 20: MPEG-1 and -2 on
MPEG-4 reference software and BSAC
extensions
Technologies de l'information — Codage des objets audiovisuels —
Partie 5: Logiciel de référence
AMENDEMENT 20: Logiciel de référence MPEG-1 et -2 sur MPEG-4 et
extensions BSAC
Reference number
ISO/IEC 14496-5:2001/Amd.20:2009(E)
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