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General Content Specifications

Thursday, April 03 2008        

Features:

  • Compatibility: PlaysforSure 2.2 Standard Definition Compliant
  • Video Codec: .wmv 9
  • Video Codec Profile: Main
  • Resolution: 640x480 (maintain horizontal resolution and proper aspect ratio)
  • Frame rate: 24, 25, or 29.97
  • Average Video Bitrate: 2,500Kbps
  • Peak Video Bitrate: 4500Kbps
  • Buffer size: 2 seconds
  • Keyframe distance: 6 seconds
  • Color depth: 24 bits
  • Audio Codec: WMA Standard
  • Average Audio Bitrate: 128Kbps
  • Audio Peak Bitrate: 256Kbps
  • Audio Sample Rate: 48kHz
  • Audio Channels: 2 (stereo)

Aspect Ratio:

  • 1.33 (4x3)
  • 1.77 (16x9)
  • 1.85
  • 2.35
  • 2.40
  • Majority of Features are 1.77 & 1.85
  • Majority of TV is 1.33 & 1.85
  • Majority of Music Videos are 1.33 & 1.77

FAQ:

  • Q: The movie you provide is in SD resolution and SD aspect ratio. [Correct or incorrect?]
  • A:  Content is in SD resolution & aspect ratio.
  • Q: When we start playing the movie, can we maintain the providing the output in 720p format, or do we have to switch down to a lower resolution (i.e. 525p or 525i)?
  • A: Can maintain 720p
  • Q: Are there any requirements about required video output modes required (i.e. interlaced SD)?
  • A: No
  • Q: Are there any requirements on our product in order to play back DRM on your files from your service?
  • A: No