System at telecommunications network

Abstract

A system provides interactive control of broadband services. There are today systems which offer distributive services, for instance analog cable-TV, analog satellites and acting terrestrial TV-networks. A paradigm shift, however, has been initiated in connection with that digital transmissions have started, which make possible a more spectrum efficient transmission. This means, for instance, that a broadband service such as digital transmission of video channels can be developed by making it interactive. One solution can be to use the GSM-system. For example, services which require low capacity in uplink can utilize the SMS-function is GSM. At larger demand of bandwidth GSM's data services can be utilized, which however prevents calls when the telephone is used for interactive communication. The invention solves this problem by interactive traffic between the transmitting and receiving equipment being managed by an interactive center (IC) which is arranged to execute wanted broadband service. IC in addition is in connection with a distributive centre (DC) for distribution of the broadband signals out on the telecommunications network.

Description

FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0001]The present invention relates to a telecommunication network which provides interactive control of broadband services.PRIOR ART[0002]Today there are several systems which offer distributive services, for instance analog cable-TV networks, analog satellites and analog terrestrial TV networks. A paradigm shift, however, has begun in connection with that digital transmissions have started. Digital transmissions make possible more spectrum efficient transmissions, and that a more individual or target group directed content can be transmitted in a cost efficient way. A leading organisation concerning digital transmission is DVB (Digital Video Broadcast; cooperation between ETSI, EBU and CENELEC) which has produced specifications for transmission of MPEG-2-encoded data via satellite, terrestrial, cable, radio below 10 GHz and radio over 10 GHz. Another organisation with similar aim and direction is DAVIC, the work of which also includes protocol for ATM-transpo...

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Benefits of technology

"The invention is a system that allows for interactive control of broadband services on a cellular network. This system provides a cost-effective solution for offering interactivity without requiring a copper line. The services are designed for use in the evenings and holidays when the network is not being utilized at full capacity. The invention also allows for mobility, as a customer can use a SIM-card to approve of orders and perform commands at any terminal connected to the system. Additionally, the invention creates a symmetric data channel for connecting a computer to a set-top box."

Problems solved by technology

A problem just is that a Swedish operator in most cases lacks the possibility to act as an operator abroad.

Another problem with a PSTN-solution is that incoming and outgoing calls are prevented during the time when the line is used as an interactive channel, unless a separate line is not utilized.

One more problem with PSTN is that a changed paradigm for telephony can be observed, above all with the younger generation.

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