CALM Act (FCC Audio Loudness Rules)

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The FCC's Commercial Advertisement Loudness Mitigation (CALM) Act requires broadcasters and streaming providers to ensure ads are not louder than the surrounding programming. This industry guide explains compliance for audio loudness, which influences how audio is processed in video streams.

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