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Next gen Freesat specs

  • 04-03-2011 12:41pm
    #1
    Badgermonkey
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    May be of interest to some.

    Exact details of what's in G2 only come with some direct questioning at this stage, but we did discover that it will include:

    MoCA (Multimedia over Coax Alliance) support, which potentially enables a whole host of advanced media streaming and multiroom features that manufacturers might use.
    Single cable routing as part of the MoCA standard (Multimedia over Coax Alliance). SCR lets a PVR take multiple tuner feeds through a single cable, but so far there have been several competing methods.
    DiSEqC switching, as part of SCR. Only switching,however, there's no DiSEqC 1.2 for motorised sat.
    HTML, Javascript and CSS: internet technologies that should make it a lot easier to add broadband-delivered interactive services.
    DRM for non-subscription channels who want some sort of encryption, via broadband or broadcast.
    Payment mechanisms for broadband services like LoveFilm.

    http://wotsat.techradar.com/news/freesat-g2-diseqc-single-cable-pvr-and-more-hybrid-tv-03-03-11


Comments

  • #2
    byte
    Moderators, Regional North West Moderators Posts: 19,172 Mod ✭✭✭✭byte
    byte


    Not sure I like the inclusion of DRM... or would it only be for recording purposes?


  • #3
    PressTheButton
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 314 ✭✭PressTheButton


    First G2 spec Freesat receivers are due in June: http://www.joinfreesat.co.uk/first-g2-spec-freesat-receivers-due-in-june

    There is a likelihood some G2 services requiring an internet connection may not work here if IP’s are checked.


  • #4
    PressTheButton
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 314 ✭✭PressTheButton


    In response to the question:
    What are the plans surrounding the G2 version of receivers, what are the key reasons for the revision and when are the first receivers likely to roll-out?
    Emma Scott, MD of Freesat, has today (4th May 2012) responded:
    Plans for next generation Freesat products are progressing at great pace. It’s all top secret at the moment so I can’t divulge any new details at the moment, but rest assured that joinfreesat fans will be among the first to hear about all new news. It will definitely be worth the short wait!
    Elsewhere, Scott commented:
    ... the launch of our next generation Freesat product this year will, I believe, deliver some new and truly special features, for free. So watch this space…!
    Source


  • #5
    PressTheButton
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 314 ✭✭PressTheButton


    Manhattan Plaza G2-S Freesat+HD 500GB Digital Box (G2 spec)
    the first Freesat+HD receiver to include the latest G2 spec technology...
    expected launch date June/July 2012.
    Advertised HERE.
    Actual G2 spec not disclosed.

    Edit: Teaser ad for Manhattan Plaza G2-S Freesat+HD 1TB Digital Box (G2 spec) HERE.


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