The MediaFUSE automated content repurposing and multidistribution system is a hardware
and software combination designed to make a broadcaster’s task of repurposing content for Web and mobile distribution a more efficient and profitable proposition through the use of a create once, publish everywhere workflow.
Broadcasting over IP is rapidly becoming the paradigm by which broadcasters are planning future broadcast network infrastructures. Within the diverse range of broadcast IP devices coming onto the market, Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) is currently the signaling protocol that is used by most of the world’s Telcos and broadcast codec manufacturers. It is also the most likely to provide connectivity between IP devices for the foreseeable future.
ViaCLIX, a leader in Internet content delivery systems, has designed, developed, and patented Channel Based Internet Network technology to help mobile network operators provide their customers with easier to use handsets that have greater functionality and more useful consumer friendly features. The ability for these operators to add further
non-voice features to their mobile handsets is absolutely critical for them to remain competitive within the industry.
It's taken less than ten years for the residential IP gateway to become the focal point for digital life at home, the key to telecommuting, telecommunications, and interactive audiovisual entertainment. This white paper lifts the veil on Thomson's residential IP gateway delivering services the whole family will come to depend on.
This white paper outlines the evolution of iPBX technology as videoconferencing, video mail, IVR and mobile services are integrated into the system. Multimedia iPBX systems leverage IP capabilities to enhance productivity. The result is improved communications at a low cost.
IPTV for Cable – Promising but Problematic… until now
Cable TV operators are continually seeking more cost-effective approaches to deliver services over their existing networks, and the use of IP technology offer significant benefits. At the same, consumers want “Prime Time on My Time”, which necessitates a shift from broadcasting towards an on-demand experience. Upgrading from analog to digital only partially solves the problem; the ultimate solution relies on IP-based service delivery using multicasting and unicasting. The goal: stream-based “switched” TV.
However, there are challenges with delivering IP-based video all the way to the consumer premises due to inherent limitations in today’s cable technologies. Therefore, even if using IP-based backbones and IP distribution all the way to the neighborhood node, the final transport into the consumer premises uses traditional cable transmission and requires costly digital cable set-top boxes. The practical challenges of delivering IPTV over cable have been unresolved – until now.
The introduction of Hybrid RF and IP pay-TV systems offers the potential for a tremendous expansion of entertainment services to consumers coupled with new and exciting interactive capabilities. Key to making such services cost effective is the optimization of the content security architecture to enable a single system to handle both broadcast linear content and IP-based Video on Demand. Fortunately, the new breed of content security architecture used within the Verimatrix Video Content Authority System (VCAS™), employing cryptographic and e-commerce technologies proven on the Internet, can enable such a unified approach. In addition, this software-based content security approach can offer a more sophisticated level of content protection than the legacy and piracy-prone smart card-based systems.
However, the very technologies that make IP-based services possible also pose a threat to the business model that underpins such services. Sophisticated content piracy and widespread broadband access are a legitimate concern to the content owners. It is hence of utmost importance to the success of hybrid broadcast/broadband systems that robust content security technology can be deployed to eliminate theft of service and subscriber fraud while at the same time minimizing the complexity and cost of implementing and operating such systems. Verimatrix addresses these challenges through a combination of innovative and patent pending technologies.
This 7-step methodology for smart home projects was the result of over 20 years in the industry, providing home automation consulting, design, engineering, electrical and project management services to clients in Australia, South East Asia and the USA.
As UK digital switch-over draws near and the last days of analogue television hasten to a close, many people are wondering which way to turn when it comes to replacing the analogue RF distribution systems in their buildings.
The introduction of Hybrid DVB and IP pay-TV systems offers the potential for a tremendous expansion of entertainment services to consumers coupled with new and exciting interactive capabilities. Key to making such services cost effective is the optimization of the content security architecture to enable a single system to handle both DVB broadcast content and IP-based Video on Demand. Fortunately, the new breed of content security architecture used within the Verimatrix Video Content Authority System (VCAS™), employing cryptographic and e-commerce technologies proven on the Internet, can enable such a unified approach. In addition, this software-based content security approach can offer a more sophisticated level of content protection than the legacy and piracy-prone smart card-based systems.
However, the very technologies that make IP-based services possible also pose a threat to the business model that underpins such services. Sophisticated content piracy and widespread broadband Internet access are a legitimate concern to the content owners. It is hence of utmost importance to the success of hybrid broadcast/broadband systems that robust content security technology can be deployed to eliminate theft of service and subscriber fraud while at the same time minimizing the complexity and cost of implementing and operating such systems. Verimatrix addresses these challenges through a combination of innovative and patent pending technologies.
With the advent of support for HD (High Definition) resolutions on decoders, and System-on-Chip (SoC) integrated decoders rather than more cumbersome software solutions, the market had begin to adapt IPTV-based interactive video services. Today these services include VoD (Video on Demand) and EPG (Electronic Program Guide). But with emerging next-generation networks and technologies, the ground is ripe for introduction of full interactive video services to residential and business customers based on IPTV and IP set-top-box models.
IP Video traffic has different behavior than that of voice and data. Underestimating the impact of IPTV Video flows on a network can lead to network architectures with built-in systemic limitations that can lead to transient loss events that can plague IPTV systems.
The movie industry is hesitant to embrace new channels that may cannibalize existing established channels. In particular, the very word Internet as in IPTV, conjures mages of perfect digital copies flying across over the Internet, cannibalizing the traditional distribution channels. Fact of the matter is that IPTV provides a unique opportunity to drastically change the way content is delivered while opening new revenue opportunities for content owners large and small. But this will only happen if content owners can be convinced that it is safe to allow their content to be distributed over the Internet.
While the large scale deployment of xDSL2+ and advanced video codecs such as MPEG-4 AVC and SMPTE VC-1 have broken down the technical barriers to delivering broadcast quality TV over narrow bandwidth DSL, many Asian IPTV operators are finding themselves in a commercial environment where they are playing catch-up with established pay TV platforms. HD, PVR and multi-channel services will quickly becoming ubiquitous and IPTV operators will struggle to attract subscribers by offering these services alone. If IPTV is to gain a foot-hold in Asia, where satellite and cable account for over 97 percent of the pay TV market, it needs to use the inherent advantages in its network architecture to meet the needs of a consumer who increasingly seeks choice, mobility and interactivity.
In recent years a lot of attention has focused on communication protocols as the key to quad play — the ability to blend content and programming across a branded offering that combines TV, phone, Internet, and wireless services.
The conventional wisdom states that IMS (IP Multimedia Subsystem) must be fully deployed for consumers to enjoy the quad play experience. Once diverse access types (IPTV, DSL, WAN, GPRS, etc.) can interoperate then diverse services can converge.
But if the promise of any content — on any service — on any network — and on any device — is to happen, then the language of diverse services is not the only thing that must become universal. So must the service delivery platform on which services run.
Cable operators face many challenges today, from the quest for more bandwidth to the pressures of competition. To stay ahead, they must deploy new, personalized services to
meet the needs of customers, while delivering highly targeted advertisements to generate revenues from advertisers in an increasingly on-demand environment.
In addition, with the cable industry seeing constant growth in the number of programming channels, and particularly in the number of high definition (HD) channels, cable operators face the challenge of managing a rising number of digital MPEG video and audio streams.
To meet these demands, MSOs must deploy scalable and flexible solutions that support this growth and the expansion of their programming networks.
This paper reviews the various technologies and applications of digital program insertion (DPI) in today’s digital video environment. It also spells out the benefits of RGB’s high density solution for grooming, transrating, statistical multiplexing and DPI.
This document outlines various DRM options for controlling and monetizing digital media assets to help content owners generate maximum revenue from their content. The document will cover the topics of proprietary hardware based solutions, software based solutions and service-based solutions such as Akamai’s License Delivery service. Akamai’s License Delivery service provides security for digital audio and video content for smooth, scalable distribution of digital media over the Internet using various delivery methods.
I recently was at a dinner party where I was asked the dreaded question, “So, what do you do?” I actually think there has never been a more exciting time to work in television, but trying to explain video on demand, IPTV and content for mobile to an industry-outsider is quite a challenge.
Early adopters are showing considerable interest in High Definition Television (HDTV), largely because of the dramatic increase in picture quality which supports these consumers’ demand for ever larger screen sizes. In order to appeal to the wider consumer audience, many of whom will not be persuaded by screen size arguments, HDTV will need to demonstrate considerable additional value over that of the standard definition incumbent.
Internet Protocol Television (IPTV) offers a foundation for the delivery of such incremental value. IPTV provides the capability to offer truly tailored television services in either a lone viewer or community viewer based environment. The additional resolution afforded by HDTV, enables the compelling visual presentation of the information and controls which will form a vital part in the translation of HDTV demand from the early adopters to the high value mass market.
