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A/65C: Program and System Information Protocol for Terrestrial Broadcast and Cable, Rev. C, with Amendment No. 1

2 January 2006 (Amendment No. 1 dated 9 May 2006), Download PDF File

This document defines a standard for System Information (SI) and Program Guide (PG) data compatible with digital multiplex bit streams constructed in accordance with ISO/IEC 13818-1 (MPEG-2 Systems). The document defines the standard protocol for transmission of the relevant data tables contained within packets carried in the transport stream multiplex. The protocol defined herein is referred to as Program and System Information Protocol (PSIP).

A Recommended Practice for PSIP is also available.
A/69: Program and System Information Protocol Implementation Guidelines for Broadcasters
25 June 2002, Download PDF File

This document provides a set of guidelines for the use and implementation of the ATSC Program and System Information Protocol. The information contained herein applies to broadcasters, network operators, infrastructure manufacturers, and receiver manufacturers.

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Additional information on PSIP can be found on the Web site www.psip.org.
 
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