Translation of "Norme D2-MAC " (French → English) :

D2-MAC standard | Development-phase 2 multiple analog component standard

D2-MAC [ D2-MAC/Packet ]

D2 MAC

Directive on HD-MAC standards

multiple access component standards

Analogue Transmission of TV Signals, Conversion Standards, MAC Systems

* On the basis of the discussions which have so far taken place between the parties, it is possible to outline the main components of the memorandum of understanding on which consensus has already been reached: - coordinated action to promote the D2-MAC standard on a 16:9 format with a view to the introduction of HDTV; - legally-binding reciprocal undertakings by the signatories setting out, for example, the minimum number of each type of TV set to be produced, the number of programme hours to be broadcast, the availability of satellites, etc; - a system of incentives, financed mainly by the Community, aimed in particular at facilitating "simulcast" and supporting the startup of D2-MAC broadcasts: to this end the Commission intends to com ...[+++]mit a Community contribution of some ECU 100 million a year over five years; - setting-up by the signatories of a consortium to coordinate promotional activities, to administer the Community incentives and to monitor compliance with the undertakings given by the various parties; - the memorandum of understanding would last for five years and be renewable; it would be open for signature by all interested parties (industry, private and public broadcasters, satellite and cable operators) and the Commission.

The purpose is to stimulate the rapid launching of a significant number of advanced satellite and cable television services making full use of the new potential offered by the D2-MAC standard - in particular the improved sound and picture quality available with the 16:9 format - and the HD-MAC standard.

Gradually but progressively and at increasing speed, a transition is starting rather like that from black-and-white to colour TV: from today's conventional 4:3 TV sets, to 16:9 sets using the D2-MAC advanced standard, and later, without changing TV set but only with a supplementary decoder, to HDTV.

The foremost aim of the action plan," said Mr Dondelinger, "is to encourage the rapid launch of a significant number of television services making full use of the new possibilities offered by the D2-MAC standard with the 16:9 format and higher quality pictures and sound".