Distribution system, reception apparatus, and methods for transitioning to new services
US10237601B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 14, 2015 |
| Grant date | Mar 19, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 14, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04N21/4622
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A distribution system and reception apparatus, and methods thereof, are provided for broadcasting and receiving a plurality of non-backwards-compatible services. The broadcasting method includes receiving, by a first service provider, a plurality of first services, which include a first service from each of the first and second service providers. The first service provider generates a first broadcast multiplex, including the plurality of first services, and broadcasts the first broadcast multiplex on a first broadcast channel allocated to the first service provider. A second service provider receives a plurality of second services, which include a second service from each of the first and second service providers. The second service provider generates a second broadcast multiplex, including the plurality of second services, and broadcasts the second broadcast multiplex on a second broadcast channel allocated to the second service provider.
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