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.

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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)
©
ISO/IEC 2009
ISO/IEC 14496-5:2001/Amd.20:2009(E)

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