Abstract
This paper has two objectives – to emphasize the importance of technical standards for digital cinema, and to describe a set of other issues that must be addressed before distributors and exhibitors can begin a serious roll out of the new technology. As for the former, the National Association of Theatre Owners (NATO) strongly endorses the standards-setting efforts of the Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers. This paper offers suggestions for continued SMPTE progress in the context of multiple standards-setting organizations. As for the second objective – analyzing pending issues other than standards – exhibitors and distributors must address costs, control, quality, security, alternative product, participation, and legal issues before the transition can occur. The paper concludes with a note of optimism that industry leaders will find a way to address the difficult issues and that a careful transition to digital cinema will occur.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
