Mastering and archiving uncompressed digital video test materials

This is a report on the status of the SMPTE Ad Hoc Group (AHG) charged with creating a master set of standard-definition video sequences for subjectiv e testing of electronic systems. The images will be available from SMPTE, f or use in the evaluation of electronic systems. The first task is to create a master representation of video sequences enabling preservation in a cons istent and stable storage environment. Once the sequences are restored and returned to a pristine state (when possible), they will be provided in digi tal file format to SMPTE. The Society will then offer the video sequences i n various formats (digital data media and uncompressed digital videotape) f or testing electronic systems. This report also includes representative ima ges from sequences in a set of standard-definition materials, the first pro duction of the AHG, Finally, feedback and suggestions on the quality and in terest of this process is requested.