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Revision history• September 2005
The Version 1.0 was issued.
• December 2005
The Version 1.0 was updated to Version 1.01 for the following reasons:¾ To accommodate for the issuance of "DVD Specifications for High Definition VIDEO¾RECORDING Version 1.0" (Sections 1.3.3, 3.2.2 and 3.3.2 were revised.)
To clarify the requirements for PC software HD DVD-Video Player (Section 3.3.2 was revised.)• February 2006
The Version 1.01 was updated to Version 1.02 for the following reasons:¾ To add requirements of content to HD DVD-Video Disc. (Sections 2.2.2, 2.3.2 were added.)¾To clarify and add the requirements for HD DVD-Video Playerrevised.)©Copyright 2005 – 2006 DVD Forum.

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HD DVD-VIDEO PRODUCT REQUIREMENT & GUIDELINE

1. General ................................................................................................................................................... PG1–1
1.1 Scope .................................................................................................................................................................. 1
1.2 HD DVD-Video Products Category .......................................................................................................... 2
1.2.1 HD DVD-Video Disc ......................................................................................................................... 2
1.2.2 HD DVD-Video Player .................................................................................................................... 2
1.3 Normative References ................................................................................................................................... 3
1.3.1 Physical Specifications ......................................................................................................................... 3
1.3.2 File System Specifications..................................................................................................................... 3
1.3.3 Application Specifications ..................................................................................................................... 3
1.4 Copy Protection ............................................................................................................................................. 4
1.5 Terminology .................................................................................................................................................... 5
1.6 Abbreviations .................................................................................................................................................. 6
2. HD DVD-Video Disc ........................................................................................................................ PG2–1
2.1 General Descriptions ..................................................................................................................................... 1
2.2 Requirements of HD DVD-Video Disc using HD DVD-ROM ............................................................ 2
2.2.1 Technical requirements ....................................................................................................................... 2
2.2.2 Requirements of content .................................................................................................................... 2
2.3 Requirements of HD DVD-Video Disc using 3x-speed DVD-ROM.................................................... 3
2.3.1 Technical requirements ....................................................................................................................... 3
2.3.2 Requirements of content .................................................................................................................... 3
3. HD DVD-Video Player ..................................................................................................................... PG3–1
3.1 General Descriptions ..................................................................................................................................... 1
3.2 Requirements of Standalone HD DVD-Video Player for consumer use ............................................ 2
3.2.1 Specifications ...................................................................................................................................... 2
3.2.2 Required functions ............................................................................................................................ 3
3.3 Requirements of PC Soft ware HD DVD-Video Player with HD DVD-ROM drive......................... 4
3.3.1 Specifications ...................................................................................................................................... 4
3.3.2 Required functions ............................................................................................................................ 5
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4.1 Logo on HD DVD-Video Disc and disc package...................................................................................... 1
4.2 Content Format Description.......................................................................................................................... 2
4.3 Logo on HD DVD-Video Player .................................................................................................................. 4©Copyright 2005 – 2006 DVD Forum.

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1. General

1.1 ScopeThis document defines the minimum requirements for HD DVD-Video products* for manufactures from a
consumer's point of view and the minimum requirements for a typical HD DVD-Video product* bearing
HD DVD-Video Logo.
HD DVD-Video product shall comply with the requirements described in the "HD DVD-Video ProductRequirement & Guideline".
*: The products which refer to the HD DVD-Video specifications.

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1. General
1.2 HD DVD-Video Product Category

1.2 HD DVD-Video Product Category
HD DVD-Video Product Requirement & Guideline defined in this document applies to the following
product categories and specifications.
1.2.1 HD DVD-Video Disc
1) HD DVD-Video Disc using HD DVD-ROM**
2) HD DVD-Video Disc using 3x-speed DVD-ROM**: HD DVD-ROM/DVD-ROM Twin format disc is included.
1.2.2 HD DVD-Video Player
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1. General
1.3 Normative References

1.3 Normative References
HD DVD-Video product shall comply with all of relevant specifications listed here.
Notes: In the event of minor updates to the applicable specifications which is defined as a change of second
digit or third digit of version number, such as from 1.1 to 1.2, all HD DVD-Video products shallcomply with the updated specifications after a reasonable time period, even if this HD DVD-Video
Product Requirement & Guideline is not updated. The latest version of each of the applicablespecifications will be informed on the DVD FLLC web site, www.dvdfllc.co.jp.
In the event of major updates to the applicable specifications, which is defined as a change of first
digit of version number such as from 1.0 to 2.0, or the creation of a new format, HD DVD-Video
products are not required to comply with these updates or the new format until the HD DVD-Video
Product Requirement & Guideline document is updated. Major specification revisions or newformat specifications will be informed on the DVD FLLC web site, www.dvdfllc.co.jp.
1.3.1 Physical specifications
1) DVD Specifications for High Density Read-Only Disc
Part 1: PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS Version 1.2*1*1: HD DVD-ROM/DVD-ROM Twin format disc is defined in Annex P (Normative).
2) DVD Specifications for Read-Only Disc
Part 1: PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS Version 1.0
Optional specifications: 3x-speed DVD-ROM Revision 1.1
1.3.2 File system specifications
1) DVD Specifications for High Density Read-Only Disc
Part 2: FILE SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS Version 1.02) DVD Specifications for Read-Only Disc
Part 2: FILE SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS Version 1.0
Optional specifications: FILE SYSTEM for HD DVD-Video on 3x-speed DVD-ROM

Revision

1.0
1.3.3 Application specifications
1) DVD Specifications for High Definition VIDEO Version 1.02) HD DVD-Video Guideline for Player and Content*23) DVD Specifications for High Definition VIDEO RECORDING Version 1.0*2: This guideline defines the restrictions for content programming and player performance which comply withHD DVD-Video specifications.

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1. General
1.4 Copy Protection

1.4 Copy Protection
The basic policy of the DVD Forum is to respect copyrights and to enable copy protection systems.
According to the basic policy stated above, an appropriate copy protection system for HD DVD content andmedia has been adopted as follows.

CP system
AACSMedia / Content
HD DVD-Video Disc using HD DVD-ROM
HD DVD-Video Disc using 3x-speed DVD ROMProposer
AACS**Contact: AACS license information is available from the AACS LA, LLC, www.aacsla.com.
AACS specification updates will be informed by DVD Forum or check web site of DVD Forum or
AACS LA, LLC.
Since the copy protection system is not a DVD Forum specification, it is not subject to DVD Forum
verification but compliance to the specification is recommended by DVD Forum.

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1.5 Terminology

1.5 Terminology
Twin format disc:
A DVD disc specified by ''DVD Specifications for High Density Read-Only Disc''.

Interoperable Content:
Content specified by ''DVD Specifications for High Definition VIDEO" and "DVD Specifications for HighDefinition VIDEO RECORDING''.

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1.6 Abbreviations

1.6 Abbreviations
AACS

Advanced Access Content System©Copyright 2005 – 2006 DVD Forum.

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2. HD DVD-Video Disc
2.1 General Descriptions

2. HD DVD-Video Disc

2.1 General Descriptions
This specification covers two categories as follows:
1) HD DVD-Video Disc using HD DVD-ROM*
2) HD DVD-Video Disc using 3x-speed DVD-ROM*: HD DVD-ROM/DVD-ROM Twin format disc is included.

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2. HD DVD-Video Disc
2.2 Requirements of HD DVD-Video Disc using HD DVD-ROM

2.2 Requirements of HD DVD-Video Disc using HD DVD-ROM
2.2.1 Technical requirementsThe technical requirements for HD DVD-Video Disc using HD DVD-ROM are listed as below.
1) DVD Specifications for High Density Read-Only Disc
Part 1: PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS Version 1.2
Part 2: FILE SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS Version 1.0
2) DVD Specifications for High Definition VIDEO Version 1.0
It is recommended to comply with AACS Specifications.
2.2.2 Requirements of content
Content of HD DVD-Video Disc shall not be designed to send illegitimate data to the Internet, and to harm
software or hardware of HD DVD-Video Player.
Note: This section may be revised in the near future.

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2. HD DVD-Video Disc
2.3 Requirements of HD DVD-Video Disc using 3x-speed DVD-ROM

2.3 Requirements of HD DVD-Video Disc using 3x-speed DVD-ROM
2.3.1 Technical requirements
The technical requirements for HD DVD-Video Disc using 3x-speed DVD-ROM are listed as below.
1) DVD Specifications for Read-Only Disc
Part 1: PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS Version 1.0
Optional specifications: 3x-speed DVD-ROM Revision 1.1
Part 2: FILE SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS Version 1.0 /Optional specifications: FILE SYSTEM for HD DVD-Video on 3x-speed DVD-ROM
Revision 1.02) DVD Specifications for High Definition VIDEO Version 1.0
Note: Combination of HD DVD-Video with DVD-Video on the same disc layer shall not be allowed.
It is recommended to comply with AACS Specifications.

2.3.2 Requirements of content
Content of HD DVD-Video Disc shall not be designed to send illegitimate data to the Internet, and to harm
software or hardware of HD DVD-Video Player.
Note: This section may be revised in the near future.

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3. HD DVD-Video Player
3.1 General Descriptions

3. HD DVD-Video Player

3.1 General Descriptions
This specification covers two categories as follows:
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3. HD DVD-Video Player
3.2 Requirement of Standalone HD DVD-Video Player for consumer use

3.2 Requirements of Standalone HD DVD-Video Player for consumer use
The technical requirements for Standalone HD DVD-Video Player for consumer use are listed as below.
3.2.1 Specifications
Standalone HD DVD-Video Player for consumer use shall comply with the following specifications:
1) DVD Specifications for High Density Read-Only Disc
Part 1: PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS Version 1.2
Part 2: FILE SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS Version 1.0
2) DVD Specifications for Read-Only Disc
Part 1: PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS Version 1.0
Optional specifications: 3x-speed DVD-ROM Revision 1.1
Part 2: FILE SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS Version 1.0
Optional specifications: FILE SYSTEM for HD DVD-Video on 3x-speed DVD-ROM
Revision 1.0
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3. HD DVD-Video Player
3.2 Requirement of Standalone HD DVD-Video Player for consumer use

3.2.2 Required functions
Standalone HD DVD-Video Player for consumer use shall comply with the following functions:
1) Playback disc
The player shall play HD DVD-ROM discs and 3x-speed DVD-ROM discs containing HD
DVD-Video content specified in DVD Specifications for High Definition VIDEO.
Refer to 2. HD DVD-Video Disc.
2) HD DVD-Video/DVD-Video Twin format disc
If HD DVD-Video player has a capability to play DVD layer , the player shall playback HD DVD
layer at first as default setting.
The user can override the default setting and access the DVD layer by user operation.
3) Interoperable Contents
Interoperable Contents recorded on HD DVD Recordable/Rewritable media is strongly
recommended to be played back by HD DVD-Video Player.
Note: Item 3) may be made mandatory at the appropriate timing.
4) Video output
At least one video output is required except for integrated player/display.
5) Audio output
At least one analog 2ch stereo audio output is required.
6) Copy protection
Until now, AACS is the only approved content protection method for HD DVD-Video Disc.
Therefore it is recommended for HD DVD-Video player to comply with AACS Specifications.
If HD DVD-Video player complies with AACS Specifications, it shall treat a content of HD
DVD-Video Disc protected by AACS as Trusted Content. (Refer to 3.4 Restricted Mode forAdvanced Content of DVD Specifications for High Definition VIDEO.)©Copyright 2005 – 2006 DVD Forum.

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3. HD DVD-Video Player
3.3 Requirements of PC software HD DVD-Video Player with HD DVD-ROM Drive3.3 Requirements of PC software HD DVD-Video Player with HD DVD-ROM Drive
The technical requirements for PC software HD DVD-Video Player with HD DVD-ROM Drive are listed
as below.
3.3.1 Specifications
PC software HD DVD-Video Player with HD DVD-ROM Drive shall comply with the following specifications:
1) DVD Specifications for High Density Read-Only Disc
Part 1: PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS Version 1.2
Part 2: FILE SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS Version 1.0
2) DVD Specifications for Read-Only Disc
Part 1: PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS Version 1.0
Optional specifications: 3x-speed DVD-ROM Revision 1.1
Part 2: FILE SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS Version 1.0Optional specifications: FILE SYSTEM for HD DVD-Video on 3x-speed DVD-ROM
Revision 1.0
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3. HD DVD-Video Player
3.3 Requirements of PC software HD DVD-Video Player with HD DVD-ROM Drive

3.3.2 Required functions
PC software HD DVD-Video Player with HD DVD-ROM Drive shall comply with the following functions:
1) Playback disc
PC HD DVD-Video playback system shall play HD DVD-ROM disc and 3x-speed DVD-ROM
disc containing HD DVD-Video content specified in HD DVD-Video book: DVD Specificationsfor High Definition VIDEO.
Refer to 2. HD DVD-Video Disc.
2) HD DVD-Video/DVD-Video Twin format disc
If PC HD DVD-Video playback system has a capability to play DVD layer, the system shallplayback HD DVD layer at first as default setting.
The user can override the default setting and access the DVD layer by user operation.
3) Interoperable Content
Interoperable Contents recorded on HD DVD Recordable/Rewritable media is strongly
recommended to be played back by HD DVD-Video Player.
Note: Item 3) may be made mandatory at the appropriate timing.
4) Video output
At least one video output is required except for integrated player/display.
5) Audio output
At least one 2ch stereo audio output is required.
6) Copy protection
Until now, AACS is the only approved content protection method for HD DVD-Video Disc.
Therefore it is recommended for HD DVD-Video player to comply with AACS Specifications.
If HD DVD-Video player complies with AACS Specifications, it shall treat a content of HD
DVD-Video Disc protected by AACS as Trusted Content. (Refer to 3.4 Restricted Mode forAdvanced Content of DVD Specifications for High Definition VIDEO.)©Copyright 2005 – 2006 DVD Forum.

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4. Additional Description for products other than related specifications (Informative)
4.1 Logo on HD DVD-Video Disc and disc package

4. Additional Description for products other than related specifications(Informative)

4.1 Logo on HD DVD-Video Disc and disc package
Logo on the HD DVD-Video disc: Refer to DVD Logo Manual
Logo on disc package: Refer to DVD Logo Manual
Note: Refer to the latest DVD Logo Manual issued by DVD FLLC.

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4. Additional Description for products other than related specifications (Informative)
4.2 Content Format Description

4.2 Content Format Description
Guidelines for using the HD DVD Logo with a Content Format Description (CFD) on HD DVD-Video
Disc packaging:a) When the HD DVD logo is used on HD DVD-Video Discs, it is strongly recommended that
consumer packaging include an associated Content Format Description (e.g., a table or text) that
accurately describes the video resolution and line structure as well as the audio type and numberof audio channels of the content contained on the packaged disc.
b) The layout of the Content Format Description is the design decision of the content provider andmay vary depending on the HD DVD-Video disc package layout and available space.
c) The Content Format Description (CFD) is strongly recommended and should be included to
inform consumers regarding the technical details of the disc contents.
d) It is recommended that the CFD accurately identify the technical characteristics of the disccontent, for example:
Video: MPEG-2, MPEG-4 AVC, VC-1, Aspect Ratio (16:9, letter box, 4:3), 1080i, 720p etc.
Audio:DD+, DTS-HD, MLP, Linear PCM, Number of channels, Sampling frequency,quantization bits, subtitle audio languages, subtitle languages, etc.

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4. Additional Description for products other than related specifications (Informative)
4.2 Content Format Description

The following eight examples of a Content Format Description are provided for illustration purposes only.

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

(5)

(6)

(7)

(8)

The following are examples of a Content Format Description, with video and audio descriptions for thecontent of a hypothetical HD DVD-Video Disc.

(a)

(b)

(c)

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4. Additional Description for products other than related specifications (Informative)
4.3 Logo on HD DVD-Video Player

4.3 Logo on HD DVD-Video Player
Logo on HD DVD-Video Player: Refer to DVD Logo Manual.
Note: Please refer to the latest DVD Logo Manual issued by DVD FLLC.

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The following Technical Coordination Group members of the DVD Forum participatedin making this requirement & guideline.

Hitachi, Ltd.
IBM Corporation
Industrial Technology Research InstituteIntel Corporation
LG Electronics Inc.
Microsoft Corporation
NEC Corporation
SANYO Electric Co., Ltd.
SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.
SHARP CORPORATION
ThomsonToshiba Corporation
Victor Company of Japan, Limited
Walt Disney Pictures and Television
Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.

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