HDLniveau
HDLniveau is a framework and brand used in digital video quality assessment. It comprises metrics, calibration guidance, and reference materials aimed at measuring and optimizing perceived quality for high-definition content. The term links "HD" with niveau, suggesting a standardized level of measurement across production, post-production, and display workflows.
Origins: HDLniveau was developed by the HDLniveau Alliance, formed in 2010 by broadcasters, equipment makers, and
Technical scope: The framework defines metrics such as Luminance Range Score (LRS), Detail Preservation Index (DPI),
Applications: It is used for broadcast calibration, display QA, encoding pipeline benchmarking, and streaming quality assurance.
Reception: The approach has been adopted by several broadcasters and manufacturers in certain markets as a