IPTV (Internet Protocol Television) delivers television programming to households via a broadband connection using Internet protocols. It requires a IPTV set-top box, and offers key advantages over existing TV cable and satellite technologies. IPTV is typically bundled with other services like Video on Demand (VOD), voice over IP (VOIP) or digital phone, and Web access, collectively referred to as Triple Play.

One of the advantages of IPTV is the ability for digital video recorders (DVRs) to record multiple broadcasts at once. It will also be easier to find favorite programs by using "custom view guides." IPTV even allows for picture-in-picture viewing without the need for multiple tuners. You can watch one show, while using picture-in-picture to channel surf!

IPTV viewers will have full control over functionality such as rewind, fast-forward, pause, and so on. Using a cell phone or PDA, a subscriber might even utilize remote programming for IPTV. However, the real advantage of IPTV is that it uses Internet protocols to provide two-way communication for interactive television. One application might be in game shows in which the studio audience is asked to participate by helping a contestant choose between answers. IPTV opens the door to real-time participation from people watching at home. Another application would be the ability to turn on multiple angles of an event, such as a touchdown, and watch it from dual angles simultaneously using picture-in-picture viewing.

One can also receive Web service notifications while watching IPTV for things such as incoming email and instant messages. If you IPTV is packaged with digital phone, Caller ID might pop up on screen as your telephone rings.

IPTV System Requirements  

MTNL Telephone Line and Triband connection (Broadband Internet of MTNL) With multi port CPE/Modem. If MTNL has supplied CPE, MTNL will change it free Of cost. However, in case of CPE provided by customer himself, he has to arrange the Same if required ports are not available. Clarifications in this regard may be obtained From 1504 under option 3.  

For smooth working of IPTV, it is necessary that telephone line must be Directly terminated on the splitter without any telephone connection before That. All parallel telephones must be connected after the splitter. TV Set should have latest pin configuration for Audio Video or S- Video. In Case it is not available, customer has to provide BNC connector/AV converter Etc if required. Power Point is required near the TV Set and preferably with on/off switch so That Set Top Box can be switched off when not in use.  

Note: Since IPTV is provided on A / V input, Cable connection and MTNL IPTV Can coexist and may be swapped through remote.  

IPTV is available in all areas of Delhi . However the subscriber should be within 3 kms from the Exchange.

Subject to technical feasibility, IPTV is being offered only to the broadband subscribers of MTNL Delhi at present. For those opting for IPTV, broadband speed (both download & upload) will be restricted to 256Kbps only.

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