Make HDCP fully backward compatible!

We the undersigned protest the adoption of the HDCP encryption standard as the de facto scheme for protecting high definition content for the following reason: it is NOT fully backward compatible with HDTV or HDTV-ready sets that have been sold from 1996-present that do not have the specified DVI/HDCP input. We, the undersigned, will not purchase technology or content based upon this encryption method until it allows the output of full resolution (1080i or 720p) signals to either a component (RGB+HV) or VGA (15-pin) connector.

In order for us to purchase forthcoming HDCP content and products, we require a moderately priced and widely available conversion solution to enable the above stated resolutions into the above stated cabling with no degradation of signal quality. If the HDCP specification cannot accomplish this, then it should be discarded in favor of another.

Most of the 2.5 million current owners of HDTVs and HD-ready TVs are early adopters. Most eventual purchasers of HDTV content will also be early adopters. We urge you not to implement an encryption scheme that will alienate and ultimately drive away loyal customers and valuable revenue.