What is IPTV

(and what is
internet TV)

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 What is IPTV

 � IPTV = Internet Protocol Television

 Digital TV service delivered over a broadband
network using the Internet Protocol
 � IPTV usually refers to TV services over a
Network
 Operator’s quality controlled network.
 � Internet TV = IPTV over the public Internet
 Still evolving
 Digital TV delivered using technologies used for

computer network. Internet Protocols (http, rtsp,

igmp)
 A TV like ‘quality of service’ (always on, reliable)

 Can be ‘live’ or pre-recorded (on-demand)

 Usually over a managed/closed network

Eg. Tiscali TV, BT Vision

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 1b - What is Internet TV
 Digital TV delivered using technologies used
for computer network. Internet Protocols (http,
rtsp, igcmp)
 No guaranteed ‘quality of service’
 Usually delivered via open-internet / un-
managed network

Eg. YouTube, BBC iPlayer on browser/PC

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 Why IPTV ?
 • Simple
 EPG (Electronic Program Guide) that allows easy
navigation, quick program informations, PIP (Picture
in Picture) and PPV (Pay Per view) capabilities.
 • Personalized
 IPTV enables you to personalize your view, profile
and events. You can attach your TV with other
devices such as Digital cam to view personal pictures
or photos on your TV. You can also personalize your
profile, parental controls, and television and account
settings.
 Main IPTV Services

 Linear/Broadcast TV
 �VOD
 �Audio services
 �Channels
 �Gaming
 �TV yellow pages (local directory)
 �Photo albums
Triple Play Now Happening

Video

ADSL Modem

IPTV Set Top Box (STB)

Landline
ADSL
Internet
Splitter

Voice service
How to capture/create IPTV

Copper wire /
fibre

Head end to Compression/

Capture TV Encoding/
Encryption
Better Viewing Experience
Best Product In The Market

Phenomenal Speed
 Limitations

 IPTV requires real-time data transmission & it

is sensitive to packet loss

 IPTV connection is not fast enough