BD-RE Disc (Philips patents only) VEEZA
Introduction
Please find below information with respect to the Blu-ray Disc Rewritable ("BD-RE") Disc Registration Agreement under essential Philips patents. ("Philips patents only"). Use the navigation options on the right to find relevant information about this program.
If you are a buyer of BD-RE Discs and you want to ensure that such BD-RE Discs are properly licensed under essential Philips patents, visit our special buyer page.
BD-RE Disc Registration Agreement (Philips patents only) VEEZA
Philips offers agreements to manufacturers of BD-RE Single Layer ("SL") Discs and BD-RE Dual Layer ("DL") Discs that specify the terms and conditions under which manufacturers may apply for a license on a per-batch basis and to apply for LSCDs in order to use certain essential Philips patents for BD-RE Discs. Note that in addition to the essential Philips patents, other parties may own patents relevant to BD-RE Discs. The use of those patents is NOT included in this agreement. For information on the conditions to use other parties' patents, contact those other parties directly.
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Detailed Description
General
The BD Format Specifications, the BD Format and Logo License Agreement and the BD Information Agreement are available from:
Blu-ray Disc Association
10 Universal City Plaza, T-100
Universal City CA 91608
U.S.A.
E-mail: agent@blu-raydisc.info
Fax: +1-818-763-9027 for more information
see also www.blu-raydisc.info
Patents / Agreements
Below you will find a list of essential Philips patents relevant for the BD-RE Discs.
Philips is in the process of identifying the essential patents. Therefore the list will be subject to change. Please visit our website regularly for the latest information.
BD-RE patent lists
Annex B for BD-RE SL Disc
Annex B for BD-RE DL Disc
BD-RE agreements
Registration Agreement for BD-RE SL Disc Manufacturers
Registration Agreement for BD-RE DL Disc Manufacturers
Annexes
Annex A
Annex A - Veeza per batch licensing system guide
Annex C
Annex C - Licensed Status Confirmation Document (LSCD) BD-RE SL
Annex C - Licensed Status Confirmation Document (LSCD) BD-RE DL
Annex D
Annex D - Per Batch License Standard Terms and Conditions
Annex I
Annex I - Serial Number Guide
Annex J
Annex J - Veeza Logo Guide
Note : Remaining annexes are either included in the Agreement or in the Authorized Employee Manual.
Pricing Information
The royalty rate is specified in the agreement and listed below:
| Royalty Rate |
| 0.06 Euro per BD-RE SL Disc |
| 0.06 Euro per BD-RE DL Disc |
Notes :
I. Special discounts are available before March 31st., 2010. For information contact your account manager or fill in the contact form.
II. In case of any discrepancy between the royalty rate mentioned above and the agreement, the terms and conditions of the agreement shall prevail.
Overview of royalty rates
+link to overview of royalty rates
Services / Information
Ordering & Services:
Ordering specifications
For more information go to the Ordering & Services section
FAQ
My company is manufacturing and selling BD-RE Discs, what should I do?
Your company likely makes use of essential Philips patents and therefore needs a license from Philips:
I. Review the patent lists (see Patents/Agreements)
II. Verify whether your company manufactures and sells products in countries where Philips has essential patents;
III. Contact Philips (see Contact); and
IV. Take appropriate financial measures to reserve the applicable royalty amounts for the products you have manufactured and sold or intend to manufacture and sell.
Where do I find the guidelines for the Registration Logo?
Visit the VEEZA Logo Guide
Information and contact
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