|
Addressable
Cable System – The network operator
installs an addressable
set-top box (STB) that connects to the subscriber's
television. Through this STB, the network operator can switch on and
off
channels that this subscriber is willing or unwilling to pay for. For
the system to work, the network operator has to install an encrypting
system at the headend
and send pay channels (and that can include video on demand) in
an encrypted mode
which
will then be decrypted by the consumer's set-top box
(or equivalent device) so it can be displayed
on
his TV.
Addressable Converter  Visit the ITV Institute for more
information. |
|