Differences between DLNA 1.5 and 2.0

Question

I'm scratching my head trying to understand which are the differences between DLNA 1.5 and 2.0. Any pointers?

Thanks in advance.

-- Paolo

Answer 1

The DLNA versions are the scope of DLNA specifications. Each version adds new specifications and there is increase in scope. Here is a brief overview.

Version 1.0

• 2 volumes: Architecture & Protocols, Media Formats
• 2 Device Classes: DMP, DMS
• About 50 media format profiles

Version 1.5

• 3 volumes: Architecture & Protocols, Media Formats, and Link Protection
• 12 Devices Classes and 5 Device Capabilities
• About 250 media format profiles

Version 2.0

• Includes topics like EPG, Content Sync, RUI, WPS, Media Formats, Scheduled recording, DRM