IPTV is the abbreviation for “internet protocol television” and refers to television reception via a DSL Internet connection. The modern standard serves as an additional option for many TV stations not only to broadcast their programs to conventional TV sets, but also to devices connected to the Internet, such as B. Computer. The signal for this is different from the DVB-T signal (Digital Video Broadcasting – Terrestrial), which can be received with the help of an antenna. The reception standard for IPTV is broadband internet access.
In addition to the above-mentioned receiving device connected to the Internet, an additional receiving device is also required to process the signal, e.g. B. a receiver or a set-top box. Since IPTV (unlike free-to-stream web TV) is a closed network, a contract with the broadcaster of the TV program is also required for reception. The advantage is that no additional or separate cable network is required as an infrastructure to receive IPTV. The Internet infrastructure is enough. However, due to the large amount of data that has to be processed, this must be a DSL, VDSL or fiber optic connection. Continue reading
