HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) is a copy-protection scheme licensed by Digital Content Protection, LLC that encrypts digital video between a source and a display; every device in the chain must support the required HDCP version for protected content to appear.
HDCP issues show up as blank screens when protected content — streaming video, some Blu-ray or cable sources — passes through switchers, capture devices or conferencing codecs. Designs account for which sources carry protected content.
Where this matters: Display installation — see how AV Company New York applies this in real New York projects.
Related terms
Sources
- HDCP Specifications — Digital Content Protection, LLC
Defined by Gerson Carrillo, Director of Professional Services, D.I.S.T. · Last reviewed · Editorial policy