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JPEG 2000 cinema encoding

Also known as J2K.

The wavelet-based image compression used for picture essence in interoperable digital-cinema packages.

In practice

Encode to the applicable DCI constraints and validate raster, frame rate, bit depth, color, bitrate, and package integrity.

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Sources

  1. Digital Cinema System Specification · Digital Cinema Initiatives

Educational reference only. Requirements vary by jurisdiction, employer, venue, and production context.