ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

ITU-R BT.656

Alright kiddo, so let's talk about the itu-r bt.656. It is a fancy name for a set of rules that tell devices like cameras and TVs how to transmit and receive video signals. Just like you have to follow rules when playing a game or doing homework, these devices need to follow rules to make sure that the pictures we see on our TVs are clear and well-defined.

You know how you color inside the lines in your coloring book to make a nice picture? Well, itu-r bt.656 helps devices color inside the lines when sending and receiving video signals. This helps the pictures look right without any blurry lines or weird colors.

To make it even simpler, itu-r bt.656 is just a set of rules that helps devices talk to each other properly so that we can enjoy watching movies and TV shows without any problems. Easy, right?