ISO IEC 13818-10-1999 PDF

Full title and description

Information technology — Generic coding of moving pictures and associated audio information — Part 10: Conformance extensions for Digital Storage Media Command and Control (DSM‑CC). This part of ISO/IEC 13818 specifies conformance extensions and test specifications that apply to DSM‑CC functionality within the MPEG‑2 family.

Abstract

ISO/IEC 13818-10:1999 defines conformance assessment for DSM‑CC in two complementary steps: a static review expressed as a Protocol Implementation Conformance Statement (PICS) proforma, and a dynamic review using an Abstract Test Suite (ATS) as described in clause 5. The conformance approach references the ISO/IEC 9646 conformance‑testing framework. The part explicitly excludes specification of lower‑layer transport protocols and regulatory/safety/EMC requirements for equipment.

General information

• Status: Published (International Standard, confirmed).
• Publication date: July 1999 (Edition 1).
• Publisher: ISO/IEC (Technical committee: ISO/IEC JTC 1/SC 29).
• ICS / categories: 35.040.40 (Coding of audio, picture, multimedia and hypermedia information).
• Edition / version: Edition 1 (1999).
• Number of pages: 140 pages (first edition).

Scope

This part provides conformance extensions specific to DSM‑CC: it specifies which features and protocol elements are to be tested, how to record a PICS for DSM‑CC implementations, and the ATS to be used for dynamic testing. It is intended to verify that implementations implement the DSM‑CC conformance points defined by MPEG‑2; it does not define lower‑layer transport mechanisms nor address regulatory, safety or EMC matters.

Key topics and requirements

• DSM‑CC conformance coverage and test objectives for DSM‑CC protocol elements.
• Protocol Implementation Conformance Statement (PICS) proforma for static review.
• Abstract Test Suite (ATS) definitions for dynamic (behavioural) testing, aligned with ISO/IEC 9646 methodology.
• Guidance on test execution and reporting to demonstrate conformance to DSM‑CC extensions.
• Explicit exclusions: lower‑layer transport protocols, hardware safety, electromagnetic compatibility and regulatory compliance requirements.

Typical use and users

Used by device and chipset manufacturers, software implementers, independent test laboratories, broadcast and interactive service providers, and standards bodies to validate DSM‑CC implementations and ensure interoperability within MPEG‑2 ecosystems. Test houses and conformance labs apply the PICS and ATS to certify products or to diagnose interoperability issues.

Related standards

Part of the MPEG‑2 (ISO/IEC 13818) family. Closely related parts include ISO/IEC 13818-6 (Extensions for DSM‑CC), ISO/IEC 13818-1 (Systems), ISO/IEC 13818-2 (Video) and ISO/IEC 13818-3 (Audio). Other MPEG and MPEG‑2 extension parts (for example parts 9 and 11) are relevant for particular system interfaces or IPMP functions. For conformance test methodology, ISO/IEC 9646 (conformance testing) is referenced.

Keywords

MPEG‑2, DSM‑CC, conformance testing, PICS, ATS, Abstract Test Suite, ISO/IEC 9646, protocol conformance, interoperability, MPEG

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: ISO/IEC 13818-10:1999 is the MPEG‑2 part that defines conformance extensions and test specifications for the Digital Storage Media Command and Control (DSM‑CC) toolkit.

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers static and dynamic conformance assessment for DSM‑CC: a PICS proforma for static review and an Abstract Test Suite (ATS) for dynamic testing, following ISO/IEC 9646 test methodology. It does not define physical or lower‑layer transport protocols or address EMC/safety/regulatory requirements.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Implementers of DSM‑CC server/client/software stacks, chipset and device manufacturers, interoperability test labs, broadcasters and service providers who need to verify DSM‑CC behaviour or certify conformance.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: ISO/IEC 13818-10 was published in July 1999 (Edition 1). Users should check the ISO catalogue or their national standards body for the most recent lifecycle status or any amendments/corrigenda; core MPEG‑2 parts have been subject to periodic review and some parts have later amendments.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: Yes — it is Part 10 of the ISO/IEC 13818 (MPEG‑2) series. The series includes Parts 1–3 (systems, video, audio) and numerous extensions (for example Part 6 for DSM‑CC extensions).

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: DSM‑CC, conformance, PICS, ATS, MPEG‑2, ISO/IEC 9646, interoperability.