17. Glossary
1.Coaxial cable
A specially designed and shields cable that can transport signals with high frequency.
2.Frequency
The property of a signal measured in cycles per second (=Hz).
3.FTA (Free- To-Air)
An unscrambled broadcast allowing customers to view channels or services without paying any subscription.
4.HDD (Hard Disk Drive)
The primary computer storage medium, which is made of one or more aluminum or glass platters, coated with a ferromagnetic material.
5.MUX
The transmitter/frequency/channel where the programme provider/operator transmit a package of digital channels/services. Usually there are several MUX frequencies with different or same content.
6.Network
The collection of channels/services that a programme provider/operator offer. These services may be transmitted from one or several MUXes. In the transmitted data stream the operator may transmit a service information table(network information) that informs the product about all available services in the network.
7.OSD (On Screen Display)
OSD displays the basic information necessary for the users to configure monitor or TV settings. OSD information may include brightness, contrast, tuning, RGB adjustment, and screen size and position.
8.OTA (Over The Air)
A standard for the transmission of software for equipment, through a broadcast system. Manufacturers reserve the right for deciding the release of the software for their products.
9.PIP (Picture In Picture)
A function that allows you to display 2 different TV channels (or TV inputs) on one screen.
10.RF (Radio Frequency)
Television signals are modulated onto RF signals and are then demodulated by your television’s or STB’s tuner.
11.SCART
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