How do I know if a product follows the latest SMPTE standards and/or NATOs Digital Cinema System Requirements?
There is no mechanism to learn if products meet SMPTE standards, or if they meet NATO’s Digital Cinema System Requirements. It is recommended that those buying equipment refer to the relevant standards in their purchase specification. Note that simply asking for “DCI compliance” does not guarantee that ALL SMPTE standards are met, and will not guarantee that NATO’s Digital Cinema System Requirements are met. For guidance in determining if current products are acceptable for studio digital distributions, Disney posts its Approved Equipment List at digitalcinema.disney.com.
There is no testing organization available that will tell you if a product meets all SMPTE standards, or if it meets NATO’s Digital Cinema System Requirements. It is recommended that those buying equipment include detailed specifications in their equipment purchase agreements. Note that simply asking for “DCI compliance” does not guarantee that all SMPTE standards are met, and will not guarantee that NATO’s Digital Cinema System Requirements are met. For guidance in determining if current products are acceptable for studio digital distributions, Disney posts its Approved Equipment List at digitalcinema.disney.com.
