CD Video
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| Media type | Optical disc |
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| Encoding | analog video + digital audio |
| Capacity | Up to 185 MB + 5 min analog LaserDisc video |
| Read mechanism | 780 nm wavelength semiconductor laser |
| Standard | IEC 61104（12cm） |
| Developed by | Sony, Philips, Panasonic, Samsung |
| Usage | audio and video storage |
| Released | 1987 |
CD Video (also known as CDV, CD-V, or CD+V) is a format of optical media disc that was introduced in 1987 that combines the technologies of standard compact disc and LaserDisc. CD-V discs are the same size as a standard 12 cm (4.7 in) audio CD, and contain up to 20 minutes of CD audio that can be played on any audio CD player. They also contain up to 5 minutes of analog LaserDisc video information with a digital CD-quality soundtrack, which can be played back on a newer LaserDisc player capable of playing CD-V discs or CD-V-only players.
The "CD Video" brand was also used to market some 20 cm (7.9 in) and 30 cm (12 in) LaserDiscs which included a digital soundtrack but no CD-compatible content.