ATSC Standard A/76 Programming Metadata Communication Protocol Certification Mark

The A/76 ATSC Programming Metadata Communication Protocol Standard, defines a method for communicating metadata related to PSIP (Program and System Information Protocol), including duplicate data that needs to be entered in other locations in the transport stream. Communication is based on a protocol utilizing XML message documents generated in accordance with a Programming Metadata Communication Protocol (PMCP) XML Schema defined herein.

The ATSC has developed a certification mark for products that comply with the standard.

Manufacturers may use the mark in accordance with the ATSC’s Certification Mark Policy.

Fees for Approved Certified Users:

ATSC members: no fee

Non-members of the ATSC: no fee

To apply for the PMCP Certification Mark, click here