Reading and Displaying CIF and QCIF Format YUV Test Sequence Files

Resource Overview

Implementation of a program to read YUV test sequence files in CIF and QCIF formats, including display functionality and RGB conversion for continuous video playback with YUV-to-RGB transformation algorithms

Detailed Documentation

Develop a program capable of reading YUV test sequence files in both CIF (352×288) and QCIF (176×144) resolutions. The implementation involves parsing YUV 4:2:0 formatted files where luminance (Y) and chrominance (UV) components are stored separately. After successful file reading, the program will display the sequences and perform real-time conversion to RGB format using color space transformation algorithms (typically matrix operations like BT.601 or BT.709 standards) for continuous video playback. This utility enables users to conveniently view and play back YUV test sequences while providing RGB format conversion capabilities for enhanced video data analysis. Key implementation aspects include: - File structure parsing with frame dimension detection (CIF/QCIF auto-recognition) - YUV component separation and planar data reorganization - Color space conversion through optimized matrix multiplication - Frame buffering and timing control for smooth playback - RGB pixel format handling for display device compatibility The program serves as a practical tool for video codec development, quality assessment, and digital video processing research.