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Objectives
The main objective of the project is to develop encoder and decoder prototypes for real-time High Efficiency Video Coding (HEVC) of Ultra-High Definition (UHD) TV, including required system layers, following the emerging joint standard of ISO and ITU-T (ISO/IEC 23008-2 | Rec. ITU-T H.265). While the targeted performance of the encoder was limited to 2160p25 with standard dynamic range (SDR) at the beginning of the project, these limits have been exceeded in the course of the project, making the prototype much more attractive to the market.
Challenges
Developing a real-time HEVC encoder for satellite broadcast and IP distribution of UHD TV, supporting High Dynamic Range video.
Plan
The project first explored the full eco-chain and focussed on media creation, media coding and transport layer relevant issues for UHDTV satellite services in the distribution chain.
Current Status
The final prototype, which is capable of real-time encoding 2160p60 video with High Dynamic Range and Wide Color Gamut support (HDR+WGC, 10bit), has been thoroughly tested and delivered.
