In a pre-emptive move designed to avoid another proprietary sound format debacle, exhibition groups in the U.S. and Europe have released a set of requirements for new immersive/3D audio technologies.
The requirements spell out two approaches to sound system setups that both adhere to open source standards. These approaches would make it possible for theaters to choose to present films using any new immersive/3D audio format that's designed to the open source standard. The National Association of Theater Owners and the International Union of Cinemas have joined together to endorse the requirements.
Dolby declined to comment said in a statement it would "continue to work with industry bodies, including NATO, to share our expertise and address best practices as the evaluation of potential open standards continues."
Barco did not return calls or emails asking for comment.
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