VCDT

VCDT, or Video Compact Disc Text, is a digital video format that was developed in the late 1980s and early 1990s. It is a combination of video and audio data stored on a compact disc, along with text information. VCDT discs are designed to be compatible with standard CD-ROM drives and can be played on various devices, including personal computers and dedicated VCDT players.

The format supports video resolutions up to 352x240 pixels and audio in stereo. It uses the MPEG-1 video compression standard and MP3 audio compression. VCDT discs can store approximately 74 minutes of video and audio, along with text information such as subtitles or chapter titles.

VCDT was popular in the 1990s as a way to distribute video content, particularly in regions where DVDs were not yet widely available. It was used for various purposes, including home videos, educational content, and even some early forms of video-on-demand services.

Despite its popularity, VCDT has largely been replaced by more advanced formats such as DVD and Blu-ray. However, it remains a nostalgic format for those who grew up in the 1990s and early 2000s, and some enthusiasts continue to use and collect VCDT discs.