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What do I need to experience IPTV?
A consumer possessing a broadband connection and a television will be ready for the
IPTV revolution (set-top boxes will be available upon rollout of the technology in
your area).
How does IPTV work?
IPTV uses a two-way digital broadcast signal (sent through a switched telephone
or cable network by way of a broadband connection and a set-top box programmed with
software (much like a cable or DSS box) that can handle viewer requests to access
to many available media sources.
The Set Top Box
The viewer's TV connects to a Set Top Box (STB) that decodes the IP video
and converts it into standard television signals. The STB is the gateway to an IP
video switching system. The Switched Video Service (SVS) system allows viewers to
access broadcast network channels, subscription services, and movies on demand. The
consumer can access different media by using the television remote to send control
commands to the SVS. The unit processes the request and displays the requested media
type. Though there are many possible media sources, only one video channel is utilized
in the process.
IPTV is an emerging technology
and will evolve into a completely interactive experience in the future!
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