CEA proposes 3D eyewear standards
Joseph O'Halloran ©RapidTVNews | 09-03-2011
As glasses appear to be a necessary evil for viewing of 3D content for some time, the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) of the US is proposing a standard for 3D active eyewear.The largest technology trade association in the US represents more than 2,000 technology manufacturers, retailers, service providers and installers and its proposals for standardising 3D active eyewear will include an infrared (IR) synchronised interface from consumer electronics (CE) manufacturers. It believes that creating a standard for 3D active eyewear glasses can help break down consumer barriers to purchasing 3DTVs, and increase the expansion of 3D into the home.
“The expanding presence of 3DTV in the home makes the need for interoperable 3D glasses more urgent than ever,” said Brian Markwalter, CEA vice president of research and standards. “As the hub of technology industry innovation, CEA is the logical host for such a crucial effort. Industry participation will help meet consumer demand and expectations regarding 3D interoperability in the home.”
Interested participants are encouraged to join the 3D Technologies Working Group, or R4WG16. After proposals have been submitted, R4WG16 will select the proposals that will become the basis for standardisation.
The R4WG16 requests that interested parties in the CE industry download the formal Active Eyewear Standards IR Sync Request for Proposal (RFP), and return it to the CEA by 31 March 2011.
