Cinavia Is Muting My Movie
Q: Why is there an ‘Audio Mute’ message on my screen during movie playback? A: Your Blu-ray player has detected a copyright problem with the movie you're trying to watch, due to Cinavia protection. Cinavia blocks playback of unauthorized DVDs or Blu-ray discs that weren't made or distributed by the movie's studio, protecting their copyright. Q: What is Cinavia? A: Since 2012, Cinavia technology has been required in all Blu-ray players. This technology, mandated by the AACS † consortium — which includes major companies like IBM, Intel, Microsoft, Panasonic, Sony, Toshiba, Disney, and Warner Bros. — analyzes audio from DVDs and Blu-ray movies. It ensures that these players meet strict industry standards for copyrighted material, playing a crucial role in protecting DVD and Blu-ray content. Q: What happens when unauthorized content is detected? A: When unauthorized content is detected, the audio is temporarily muted …