ISO/IEC 23094-3:2022/Amd 1:2024

Overview

ISO/IEC 23094-3:2022/Amd 1:2024 is an important amendment to the international standard on general video coding developed by ISO (International Organization for Standardization) and IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission). This amendment specifically updates the conformance data and reference software for the Low Complexity Enhancement Video Coding (LCEVC), a technology aimed at enhancing video coding efficiency while maintaining low computational complexity. Released in September 2024, this updated standard ensures that implementers have access to the latest reference tools and benchmarks required for consistent and interoperable LCEVC implementations worldwide.

Key Topics

• Conformance and Reference Software: The amendment provides updated datasets and software that serve as references for developers to verify that their LCEVC codecs comply with the standard requirements.
• Low Complexity Enhancement: Focuses on improving video quality and compression performance without increasing device processing demands significantly - ideal for streaming and broadcasting applications.
• Standard Compliance: Outlines updated conformance criteria to improve interoperability and reliability of video coding systems.
• Accessibility: The amendment updates official references and URLs for downloading the latest conformant materials and tools.
• International Collaboration: Developed by ISO/IEC Joint Technical Committee 1 (JTC 1), Subcommittee 29 (SC 29), which specializes in coding of audio, picture, multimedia, and hypermedia information, reinforcing its global applicability.

Applications

The updated ISO/IEC 23094-3 amendment benefits a wide range of industries and applications by providing a robust framework for low complexity video coding enhancement:

• Video Streaming Services: Enables higher quality video delivery at reduced bitrates, improving bandwidth utilization and user experience.
• Broadcasting: Supports efficient video encoding for TV and other broadcast platforms to optimize transmission.
• Video Conferencing: Improves real-time video quality without taxing existing hardware resources.
• Surveillance Systems: Enhances video data efficiency in security and monitoring systems where bandwidth and processing power may be limited.
• Consumer Electronics: Facilitates integration of updated LCEVC technology in smart TVs, set-top boxes, and mobile devices.
• Content Delivery Networks (CDNs): Optimizes video content distribution for faster, more reliable delivery.

Related Standards

ISO/IEC 23094-3:2022/Amd 1:2024 operates within a larger framework of video coding standards that define various aspects of multimedia compression and transmission:

• ISO/IEC 23094 Series: Other parts in this series offer foundational definitions, additional conformance testing protocols, and software tools related to LCEVC.
• ISO/IEC 14496 (MPEG-4): Covers base video coding standards where LCEVC often acts as an enhancement layer.
• ISO/IEC 23008 (HEVC) and ISO/IEC 23090 (VVC): Standards providing advanced, high-efficiency video coding technologies that can be complemented by LCEVC for improved performance.
• ITU-T H.264 / MPEG-4 AVC: Widely adopted video coding standard related to general video compression efforts.

For implementers seeking the latest reference data and software for low complexity enhancement video coding, this amendment is a critical resource to ensure their products meet international benchmarks for quality, interoperability, and efficiency.

By adhering to ISO/IEC 23094-3:2022/Amd 1:2024, technology providers and developers can maintain compliance with globally recognized video coding standards - fostering innovation and enhanced multimedia experiences across diverse digital platforms.