ISO/IEC 14496-15:2024/FDAmd 2
(Amendment)Information technology — Coding of audio-visual objects — Part 15: Carriage of network abstraction layer (NAL) unit structured video in the ISO base media file format — Amendment 2: Improvement of carriage of L-HEVC
General Information
- Abstract
- Status
- Not Published
- Technical Committee
- ISO/IEC JTC 1/SC 29 - Coding of audio, picture, multimedia and hypermedia information
- Drafting Committee
- ISO/IEC JTC 1/SC 29/WG 3 - MPEG Systems
- Current Stage
- 5020 - FDIS ballot initiated: 2 months. Proof sent to secretariat
- Start Date
- 10-Sep-2026
- Completion Date
- 10-Sep-2026
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Overview
ISO/IEC 14496-15:2024/FDAmd 2 is the latest amendment to the international standard focusing on the carriage of network abstraction layer (NAL) unit structured video within the ISO base media file format. This amendment, published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), is designed to improve the carriage of Layered High Efficiency Video Coding (L-HEVC) streams. The standard falls under the broader ISO/IEC 14496 series, which addresses the coding of audio-visual objects.
As multimedia applications and workflows evolve, enhancements like those in this amendment ensure that video transport remains robust, flexible, and backwards compatible, while supporting advanced compression features such as those in L-HEVC.
Key Topics
L-HEVC Bitstream Representation
Details best practices for representing L-HEVC bitstreams, including how to handle single track and multi-track scenarios for improved compatibility and efficiency.Sample Group Management
Provides updated requirements for 'oinf' and 'linf' sample groups in the context of both single and multiple tracks. This approach enhances both compatibility and interoperability between different file versions and media players.Backward Compatibility
Introduces the 'hvcs' brand for signaling single-track, backwards-compatible L-HEVC streams, making it possible for legacy devices to decode the base layer even when advanced layering is present.Sample Entry Guidelines
Clarifies the usage of sample entries in tracks, especially scenarios where multiple video coding types coexist in a single track, ensuring compliant processing.Standards Alignment
Updates notes to ensure files and readers remain compatible with earlier versions of the standard while benefiting from the new improvements.
Applications
The enhancements provided by ISO/IEC 14496-15:2024/FDAmd 2 have significant value for:
Multimedia File Packaging:
Content providers can more efficiently package layered HEVC streams, enabling advanced video delivery use cases while maintaining broad compatibility across devices and software.Video Streaming and Playback:
Streaming services and media player developers benefit from clear guidelines for handling L-HEVC, enabling support for features like scalable video coding and layered stream decoding.Archival and Broadcast:
Organizations focused on long-term audiovisual data storage or large-scale broadcast distribution can adopt the new carriage modes to future-proof content while ensuring current device interoperability.Digital Cinema and Production:
Studios and post-production houses leveraging HEVC for high-resolution or multi-layered content gain a standardized approach for file interchange and workflow integration.
Related Standards
Several standards are closely related to or referenced by ISO/IEC 14496-15:2024/FDAmd 2, including:
ISO/IEC 14496 Series:
The foundational suite addressing coding of audio-visual objects, including systems, video, and file format specifications.ISO Base Media File Format (ISO/IEC 14496-12):
The core file format architecture enabling interoperable multimedia storage and distribution.HEVC (ISO/IEC 23008-2):
The underlying High Efficiency Video Coding technology upon which layered extensions like L-HEVC are built.L-HEVC Specifications:
Standards and amendments covering scalable and multi-layered video coding and associated bitstream carriage requirements.
For further information or specific implementation inquiries, refer to the full ISO/IEC 14496-15 documentation or the respective national standards bodies.
Keywords: ISO/IEC 14496-15, L-HEVC, HEVC, NAL units, ISO base media file format, multimedia standard, video streaming, sample group, backwards compatibility, audiovisual coding, file format standard.
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- Effective Date
- 09-Aug-2025
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ISO/IEC 14496-15:2024/FDAmd 2 is a draft published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). Its full title is "Information technology — Coding of audio-visual objects — Part 15: Carriage of network abstraction layer (NAL) unit structured video in the ISO base media file format — Amendment 2: Improvement of carriage of L-HEVC". This standard covers: Information technology — Coding of audio-visual objects — Part 15: Carriage of network abstraction layer (NAL) unit structured video in the ISO base media file format — Amendment 2: Improvement of carriage of L-HEVC
Information technology — Coding of audio-visual objects — Part 15: Carriage of network abstraction layer (NAL) unit structured video in the ISO base media file format — Amendment 2: Improvement of carriage of L-HEVC
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ISO (the International Organization for Standardization) and IEC (the International Electrotechnical
Commission) form the specialized system for worldwide standardization. National bodies that are members
of ISO or IEC participate in the development of International Standards through technical committees
established by the respective organization to deal with particular fields of technical activity. ISO and IEC
technical committees collaborate in fields of mutual interest. Other international organizations, governmental
and non-governmental, in liaison with ISO and IEC, also take part in the work.
The procedures used to develop this document and those intended for its further maintenance are described
in the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 1. In particular, the different approval criteria needed for the different types of
document should be noted. This document was drafted in accordance with the editorial rules of the ISO/IEC
Directives, Part 2 (see www.iso.org/directives or www.iec.ch/members_experts/refdocs).
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