Rec. 2020

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ITU-R Recommendation BT.2020, commonly known as Rec. 2020, defines various aspects of ultra-high-definition television (UHDTV), including picture resolutions, frame rates, bit depths, and color primaries. It serves as a foundational standard for UHDTV systems, providing guidelines for production and international program exchange.

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