At the same time, the TV Anytime Forum is seeking input and views from interested parties on requirements that it should take into consideration. This process will result in a draft specification for Content Referencing being published in July 2000, followed by a draft Metadata specification in September and a Rights Management specification in December. The objective is to develop open specifications for interoperable and integrated systems that will allow Consumer Electronics Manufacturers, Content Creators, Telcos, Broadcasters and Service Providers to exploit high volume digital storage in consumer platforms. The TV Anytime Forum will specify the necessary security structures to protect the interests of all parties involved. The TV Anytime Forum invites participation from all interested organisations.
Membership is open to all who sign the Memorandum of Understanding and attend meetings.
Meetings are held at approximately two-month intervals in Europe, North America, and Asia, in rotation. This will bring benefits to viewers and to a wide range of industries. We look forward to receiving responses to our CFC, and to making rapid progress. The deadlines for submissions are staged to allow contributions to address requirements and technologies in separate steps. Contributions on Requirements are invited as soon as possible or by the 10th March 2000 at the latest.