Overview
IEC 63033-2:2022, "Multimedia systems and equipment for vehicles - Surround view system - Part 2: Recording methods of the surround view system," defines how surround‑view drive monitoring video is recorded and packaged so it can be replayed with free eye point technology. This second edition (2022) cancels and replaces the 2018 edition and constitutes a technical revision, including updates to the text and title to reflect a changed scope for the IEC 63033 series.
Key topics and requirements
- Recording types
- Recording 1: Raw camera video from each vehicle‑mounted camera plus synchronized metadata. Pre‑composition images are preserved to avoid distortion and retain maximum image information.
- Recording 2: Composite (stitched) surround‑view video plus related metadata for direct replay of an already composed scene.
- Metadata requirements
- Core metadata saved with recordings include timestamp, GNSS position, vehicle ID, and orientation.
- Dependent camera metadata: optical axis shift, lens distortion data, camera position and direction, viewpoint position/direction, and 3D vehicle model and size (used to recreate or adjust composite views).
- Viewer model
- The standard specifies a viewer model (Clause 5) supporting replay with free eye point functionality so users can dynamically change viewpoint during playback.
- Both a general viewer and an enhanced viewer are described for different replay needs.
- File handling and transfer
- Recorded files and metadata are intended to be transferable via portable recording media or network storage/distribution, enabling later playback or analysis.
Applications and who uses it
IEC 63033-2 is intended for stakeholders involved in automotive camera systems, video recording and replay, and post‑event analysis:
- Automotive OEMs and Tier‑1 suppliers designing surround‑view and drive‑monitoring systems
- ADAS and camera system engineers implementing recording, stitching, and metadata pipelines
- Forensic analysts, insurers, and legal teams who need reliable recorded evidence for accident investigation and liability assessment
- Training and research organizations using recorded surround views for driver behaviour review and education
- Fleet operators and telematics providers that archive or stream recorded surround‑view video for operational review
Related standards
- IEC TS 63033-1 / IEC 63033-1 - Part 1: General (system model and optical/camera definitions referenced by Part 2)
- ISO/IEC Directives referenced for development and publication practices
IEC 63033-2 helps ensure surround‑view recordings are consistent, metadata‑rich, and replayable with free eye point capabilities - supporting robust evidence, analysis, and flexible post‑event visualization for modern vehicle multimedia systems.