This practice, also known as the error detection and handling (EDH) system, describes the generation of error detection check words and related status flags to be used optionally in conjunction with the serial digital interface for system M (525/59.94) and systems B, G, H, and I (625/50) digital television equipment operating with either 13.5-MHz or 18-MHz sampled 4:2:2 component digital signals or 4fsc composite digital signals. Although it is preferred that this error-checking method be used in all serial transmitters and receivers, it is recognized that some equipment must minimize complexity. Additionally, there is nothing in this practice which should preclude its use in a parallel digital interface for 4:2:2 component digital signals.