SMPTE 399M-2004

This standard specifies the content, format, and recording method of the data blocks containing compressed video data, AES3 audio data, and associated data which form the helical records on 12.65-mm (0.5-in) tape. In addition, this standard specifies the content, format, and recording method of the longitudinal record containing tracking information for the scanning head associated with the helical records, and also the longitudinal cue audio, and time and control code.