Set top box remote management control system

By integrating Qualcomm, bandpass, low-pass processing circuits and PCDN technologies into the set-top box remote management control system, the problem of inconvenience of user operation is solved, efficient network management and remote control are achieved, and user experience and service quality are improved.

CN119316639APending Publication Date: 2025-01-14BEIJING XINGRUN TIMES NETWORK TECHNOLOGY CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202411485694.2
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-10-23
Publication Date
2025-01-14

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Technical Problem

When existing set-top box equipment has system problems during use, it is inconvenient to operate, which makes it impossible for users to solve, reducing the practicality of the equipment.

Method used

A set-top box remote management control system is designed, including the main control end and the backend end, using Qualcomm, bandpass, low-pass processing circuit modules, MQTT client unit, ZooKeeper unit, Nginx proxy unit, Channel service unit, Realy service unit, Hot The service unit, the instruction sending unit, the instruction receiving unit, the status feedback unit, the voice authorization unit and the digital authorization unit provide intelligent and efficient network management solutions through PCDN technology and remote control functions.

Benefits of technology

Achieve faster content loading speed and smoother playback experience, reduce network delays and lags, improve users' network service satisfaction and loyalty, and solve users' actual applications through remote software updates and device management. The problem has saved the cost of home-to-door service.

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Abstract

The invention relates to the technical field of digital televisions, in particular to a set top box remote management control system. Comprising a master control end, a background end, a transmitting circuit module, a coaxial cable module, an electric converter module and a plurality of set top box units, the master control end comprises a high-pass processing circuit module, a band-pass processing circuit module and a low-pass processing circuit module, and the background end comprises a PCDN module, a remote control module and an authorization module. The PCDN module comprises an MQTT client unit, a ZooKeeper unit, an Nginx agency unit, a Channel service unit, a Realy service unit and a Hot service unit, the remote control module comprises an instruction sending unit, an instruction receiving unit and a state feedback unit, the authorization module comprises a voice authorization unit and a digital authorization unit, and the PCDN technology and the remote control function are integrated, so that the remote control function is achieved. Therefore, a more intelligent and efficient network management solution is provided, the requirement of a user for high-quality network experience is met, and meanwhile, network delay and lagging phenomena are reduced by optimizing the home network.
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Technical Field

[0001] The invention relates to the technical field of digital television, and in particular to a set-top box remote management and control system. Background Art

[0002] With the increasing demand of TV users for multimedia content and HDTV usability, HD set-top boxes and PVR set-top boxes with multiple tuners are widely used in families. The development of digital TV is not only about the amount of content to be watched, but also about the flexibility of viewing locations and the randomness of viewing time. The shortcomings of existing set-top boxes: if a family needs to watch satellite signal programs and terrestrial signal programs, they can only buy two set-top boxes respectively. The existing PVR set-top boxes have only one or two tuners. The PVR set-top boxes with one tuner have many restrictions. When watching real-time programs, the background can only record programs at the frequency where the transponder is located. The background of the PVR set-top box with two tuners can only record programs across frequencies. If there is a program push from the front end, the recording function will be limited, and users may have to choose to give up recording.

[0003] Prior art patent CN104244038B discloses a set-top box system, including: a first tuner, a second tuner and a third tuner, for receiving satellite signals; a fourth tuner, for receiving terrestrial signals; three first demodulation chips, for demodulating the intermediate frequency signals output by the first tuner, the second tuner and the third tuner, respectively; a second demodulation chip, for demodulating the intermediate frequency signals output by the fourth tuner; a central processing unit, for processing the transmission streams output by the three first demodulation chips and the second demodulation chip. This prior art can simultaneously meet the needs of watching satellite signal programs and terrestrial signal programs, and make program recording more flexible;

[0004] However, in the prior art, when a system problem occurs in a current set-top box device during use by a user, there are many inconvenient operations and the user cannot solve the system problem, thereby reducing the practicality of the set-top box. Summary of the invention

[0005] The purpose of the present invention is to provide a set-top box remote management and control system, aiming to solve the technical problem in the prior art that when a system problem occurs in the current set-top box device during user use, there are many inconvenient operations and the user cannot solve the system problem, thereby reducing the practicality of the set-top box.

[0006] To achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the present invention adopts a set-top box remote management and control system, including a main control end and a background end, the main control end is connected to a transmitting circuit module, the transmitting circuit module is connected to a coaxial cable module, the coaxial cable module is connected to an electrical converter module, the electrical converter module is connected to a plurality of set-top box units, the main control end includes a high-pass processing circuit module, a band-pass processing circuit module and a low-pass processing circuit module, the background end includes a PCDN module, a remote control module and an authorization module, the PCDN module includes an MQTT client unit, a ZooKeeper unit, an Nginx proxy unit, a Channel service unit, a Realy service unit and a Hot service unit, the remote control module includes an instruction sending unit, an instruction receiving unit and a state feedback unit, and the authorization module includes a voice authorization unit and a digital authorization unit;

[0007] The high-pass processing circuit module is used to obtain the required high-frequency signal after screening, filtering and other processing of input signals of different frequencies;

[0008] The bandpass processing circuit module is used to filter and filter input signals of different frequencies to obtain the required intermediate frequency signal;

[0009] The low-pass processing circuit module is used to filter and filter input signals of different frequencies to obtain the required low-frequency signal;

[0010] The MQTT client unit is used to ensure that the set-top box and the backend can transmit messages through a publish or subscribe mode;

[0011] The ZooKeeper unit is used to coordinate and synchronize the status of each node to ensure the stability and consistency of the system;

[0012] The Nginx proxy unit is used as a reverse proxy server to process client requests and forward them to the appropriate backend;

[0013] The Channel service unit is used to manage the transmission channel of the content to ensure that the data can be transmitted efficiently and stably;

[0014] The Realy service unit is responsible for relaying data between nodes and optimizing the data transmission path;

[0015] The Hot service unit is used to handle the distribution of hot content, reduce delays and improve user experience;

[0016] The instruction sending unit is used to send a power-on, power-off or channel-switching instruction to the client;

[0017] The instruction receiving unit is responsible for receiving instructions from a remote location, and the unit is installed on the set-top box;

[0018] The state feedback unit is used to feed back the current state of the set-top box to the user;

[0019] The voice authorization unit is used to verify identity and ensure that after the user's voice consent, the staff can remotely enter the set-top box system;

[0020] The digital authorization unit is used to verify identity and ensure that after the user provides a verification code, the staff can remotely enter the set-top box system.

[0021] Wherein, the main control end also includes an inductance circuit module and a decoding circuit module;

[0022] The inductance circuit module is used to filter out high-frequency components of the signal in the coaxial cable;

[0023] The decoding circuit module is used for decoding the audio and video signals output by the controller and outputting the decoded signals to the plurality of set-top box units.

[0024] The backend also includes an expansion module, a device management module and a software update module;

[0025] The expansion module is used to further expand the system functions based on the existing infrastructure;

[0026] The device management module is used to uniformly manage and configure set-top boxes distributed in different locations;

[0027] The software update module is used to remotely push software updates to the set-top box to keep its software version up to date.

[0028] Wherein, the expansion module includes a communication unit, a signal encoding unit, a signal decoding unit and a matching unit, and the communication unit, the signal encoding unit, the signal decoding unit and the matching unit are all connected to the backend;

[0029] The communication unit is responsible for establishing and maintaining a communication connection between the set-top box and the remote server;

[0030] The signal encoding unit is used to compress and encode the audio and video signals;

[0031] The signal decoding unit is used to decode the received encoded signal;

[0032] The matching unit is used to identify the set-top box device in the same network and establish a connection therewith.

[0033] Wherein, the equipment management module includes an asset management unit, a maintenance management unit, an inventory management unit and a report management unit, and the asset management unit, the maintenance management unit, the inventory management unit and the report management unit are all connected to the backend;

[0034] The asset management unit is used to record basic information, storage location, operating status and life cycle of the equipment;

[0035] The maintenance management unit is used to formulate a regular maintenance plan based on the usage of the equipment and the manufacturer's recommendations;

[0036] The inventory management unit is used to record the inventory information of spare parts and consumables;

[0037] The report management unit is used to perform statistical analysis on data such as equipment usage, maintenance, failure, inventory, etc.

[0038] The software update module includes a monitoring subunit, an execution subunit and a judgment subunit, and the monitoring subunit, the execution subunit and the judgment subunit are all connected to the backend;

[0039] The monitoring subunit is responsible for detecting the software version of the set-top box and comparing it with the latest version on the server;

[0040] The execution subunit is responsible for downloading the new software version and installing it;

[0041] The determination subunit is used to determine whether the queried user set-top box needs to perform software update.

[0042] Wherein, the software update module further includes a parameter storage unit, and the parameter storage unit is connected to the backend;

[0043] The parameter storage unit is used to store current software update information.

[0044] A set-top box remote management and control system of the present invention comprises a main control end and a background end, wherein the main control end is connected with a transmitting circuit module, the transmitting circuit module is connected with a coaxial cable module, the coaxial cable module is connected with an electric converter module, the electric converter module is connected with a plurality of set-top box units, the main control end comprises a high-pass processing circuit module, a band-pass processing circuit module and a low-pass processing circuit module, the background end comprises a PCDN module, a remote control module and an authorization module, the PCDN module comprises an MQTT client unit, a ZooKeeper unit, an Nginx proxy unit, a Channel service unit, a Realy service unit and a Hot service unit, the remote control module comprises an instruction sending unit, an instruction receiving unit and a state feedback unit, the authorization module comprises a voice authorization unit and a digital authorization unit, and by integrating the PCDN technology and the remote control function, a more intelligent and efficient network management solution is provided, which meets the user's demand for high-quality network experience, and by optimizing the utilization of home network resources, we can provide users with faster and more stable network connections, reduce network delays and freezes, and thus improve the user's satisfaction and loyalty to network services. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0045] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present invention or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the description of the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying creative work.

[0046] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the principle of the set-top box remote management control system of the present invention.

[0047] Figure 2 It is a schematic diagram of the principle of the expansion module in the set-top box remote management and control system of the present invention.

[0048] Figure 3 It is a principle schematic diagram of a device management module in the set-top box remote management and control system of the present invention.

[0049] Figure 4 It is a schematic diagram of the principle of the main control terminal in the set-top box remote management and control system of the present invention.

[0050] Figure 5 It is a principle schematic diagram of a software update module in the set-top box remote management and control system of the present invention.

[0051] Figure 6 It is a schematic diagram of the principle of the push end in the set-top box remote management and control system of the present invention.

[0052] 1- main control end, 2- back-end, 3- transmitting circuit module, 4- coaxial cable module, 5- electric converter module, 6- set-top box unit, 7- high-pass processing circuit module, 8- band-pass processing circuit module, 9- low-pass processing circuit module, 10- PCDN module, 11- remote control module, 12- authorization module, 13- MQTT client unit, 14- ZooKeeper unit, 15- Nginx proxy unit, 16- Channel service unit, 17- Realy service unit, 18- Hot service unit, 19- command sending unit, 20- command receiving unit, 21- status feedback unit, 22- voice authorization unit, 23- digital authorization unit, 2 4-inductance circuit module, 25-decoding circuit module, 26-extension module, 27-device management module, 28-software update module, 29-communication unit, 30-signal encoding unit, 31-signal decoding unit, 32-matching unit, 33-asset management unit, 34-maintenance management unit, 35-inventory management unit, 36-report management unit, 37-monitoring subunit, 38-execution subunit, 39-judgment subunit, 40-parameter storage unit, 41-push end, 42-monitoring end, 43-paid value-added service unit, 44-log recording unit, 45-network operation cooperation unit, 46-data encryption unit, 47-access data unit, 48-status monitoring unit. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0053] Embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below, examples of which are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals throughout represent the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are intended to be used to explain the present invention, and should not be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0054] See also Figure 1 to Figure 6The present invention provides a set-top box remote management and control system, including a main control end 1 and a back-end end 2, wherein the main control end 1 is connected to a transmitting circuit module 3, the transmitting circuit module 3 is connected to a coaxial cable module 4, the coaxial cable module 4 is connected to an electric converter module 5, the electric converter module 5 is connected to a plurality of set-top box units 6, the main control end 1 includes a high-pass processing circuit module 7, a band-pass processing circuit module 8 and a low-pass processing circuit module 9, the back-end end 2 includes a PCDN module 10, a remote control module 11 and an authorization module 12, the PCDN module 10 includes an MQTT client unit 13, a ZooKeeper unit 14, an Nginx proxy unit 15, a Channel service unit 16, a Realy service unit 17 and a Hot service unit 18, the remote control module 11 includes an instruction sending unit 19, an instruction receiving unit 20 and a state feedback unit 21, and the authorization module 12 includes a voice authorization unit 22 and a digital authorization unit 23;

[0055] The high-pass processing circuit module 7 is used to filter and filter input signals of different frequencies to obtain the required high-frequency signal;

[0056] The bandpass processing circuit module 8 is used to filter and filter input signals of different frequencies to obtain the required intermediate frequency signal;

[0057] The low-pass processing circuit module 9 is used to filter and filter input signals of different frequencies to obtain the required low-frequency signal;

[0058] The MQTT client unit 13 is used to ensure that the set-top box and the backend 2 can transmit messages through the publishing or subscription mode;

[0059] The ZooKeeper unit 14 is used to coordinate and synchronize the status of each node to ensure the stability and consistency of the system;

[0060] The Nginx proxy unit 15 is used as a reverse proxy server to process client requests and forward them to the appropriate backend 2;

[0061] The Channel service unit 16 is used to manage the transmission channel of the content to ensure that the data can be transmitted efficiently and stably;

[0062] The Realy service unit 17 is responsible for relaying data between nodes and optimizing the data transmission path;

[0063] The Hot service unit 18 is used to process the distribution of hot content, reduce delays and improve user experience;

[0064] The instruction sending unit 19 is used to send instructions for powering on, powering off or switching channels to the client;

[0065] The command receiving unit 20 is responsible for receiving commands from a remote location and is installed on a set-top box;

[0066] The state feedback unit 21 is used to feed back the current state of the set-top box to the user;

[0067] The voice authorization unit 22 is used to verify the identity and ensure that the staff can remotely enter the set-top box system after the user's voice consent;

[0068] The digital authorization unit 23 is used to verify identity and ensure that after the user provides a verification code, the staff can remotely enter the set-top box system.

[0069] In this embodiment, the PCDN module 10 utilizes the distributed characteristics of the P2P network to transmit data through multiple nodes at the same time, reducing the dependence on the central server, thereby reducing network congestion and delay. This provides the set-top box with a faster content loading speed and a smoother playback experience. In combination with the PCDN module 10, the remote control module 11 can monitor the status of the set-top box in real time, including software version, system performance and user behavior, etc.; this enables operators to discover and solve problems in a timely manner and improve service quality. When software updates or configuration changes are required for the set-top box, the remote control function can quickly push updates to all devices; with the help of the efficient data transmission capability of the PCDN technology, these updates can quickly and stably reach each set-top box to ensure the consistency of the user experience. At the same time, the role of the authorization module 12 can effectively ensure the security of the user's equipment, thereby helping inconvenient users solve practical application problems and saving the cost of manpower door-to-door service.

[0070] In this embodiment, first, the staff enters the user's set-top box unit 6 through the MQTT client unit 13 and the remote control module 11, and the authorization module 12 performs authorization with the user's consent, and then detects the problem of the set-top box unit 6 through the monitoring terminal 42, and then feeds back the problem to the professional through the status feedback unit 21. The professional then remotely controls the problem of the set-top box unit 6 through the instruction sending unit 19 to solve the problem.

[0071] Furthermore, the main control terminal 1 also includes an inductance circuit module 24 and a decoding circuit module 25;

[0072] The inductance circuit module 24 is used to filter out high-frequency components of the signal in the coaxial cable;

[0073] The decoding circuit module 25 is used to decode the audio and video signals output by the controller and then output them to the multiple set-top box units 6.

[0074] In this embodiment, the decoding circuit module 25 demodulates the high-frequency signal received by the controller to obtain a TS stream signal, and then demultiplexes the TS stream signal to obtain an audio signal and a video signal; the audio signal and the video signal are decoded and converted into digital-to-analog signals respectively to obtain AV signals, which are output to multiple set-top box units 6.

[0075] Furthermore, the backend 2 also includes an expansion module 26, a device management module 27 and a software update module 28;

[0076] The expansion module 26 is used to further expand the system functions based on the existing infrastructure;

[0077] The device management module 27 is used to uniformly manage and configure the set-top boxes distributed in different locations;

[0078] The software update module 28 is used to remotely push software updates to the set-top box to keep its software version up to date.

[0079] In this embodiment, the expansion module 26 is used to further expand the system functions based on the existing infrastructure; the device management module 27 is used to uniformly manage and configure set-top boxes distributed in different locations; the software update module 28 is used to remotely push software updates to the set-top boxes to keep their software versions up to date.

[0080] Further, the expansion module 26 includes a communication unit 29, a signal encoding unit 30, a signal decoding unit 31 and a matching unit 32, and the communication unit 29, the signal encoding unit 30, the signal decoding unit 31 and the matching unit 32 are all connected to the backend 2;

[0081] The communication unit 29 is responsible for establishing and maintaining a communication connection between the set-top box and the remote server;

[0082] The signal encoding unit 30 is used to compress and encode the audio and video signals;

[0083] The signal decoding unit 31 is used to decode the received coded signal;

[0084] The matching unit 32 is used to identify the set-top box device in the same network and establish a connection therewith.

[0085] In this embodiment, through the coordinated work of multiple units of the expansion module 26, efficient data transmission and stable remote control functions are achieved, thereby providing users with a high-quality multimedia experience.

[0086] Further, the equipment management module 27 includes an asset management unit 33, a maintenance management unit 34, an inventory management unit 35 and a report management unit 36, and the asset management unit 33, the maintenance management unit 34, the inventory management unit 35 and the report management unit 36 ​​are all connected to the backend 2;

[0087] The asset management unit 33 is used to record basic information, storage location, operating status and life cycle of the equipment;

[0088] The maintenance management unit 34 is used to formulate a regular maintenance plan based on the usage of the equipment and the manufacturer's recommendations;

[0089] The inventory management unit 35 is used to record the inventory information of spare parts and consumables;

[0090] The report management unit 36 ​​is used to perform statistical analysis on data such as equipment usage, maintenance, failure, inventory, etc.

[0091] In this embodiment, through the coordinated work of multiple units of the device management module 27, the management level of the device can be effectively improved, the use and maintenance of the device can be optimized, and the operating cost of the device can be reduced.

[0092] Furthermore, the software update module 28 includes a monitoring subunit 37, an execution subunit 38 and a judgment subunit 39, and the monitoring subunit 37, the execution subunit 38 and the judgment subunit 39 are all connected to the backend 2;

[0093] The monitoring subunit 37 is responsible for detecting the software version of the set-top box and comparing it with the latest version on the server;

[0094] The execution subunit 38 is responsible for downloading the new software version and installing it;

[0095] The determination subunit 39 is used to determine whether the queried user set-top box needs to perform software update.

[0096] In this embodiment, if a new software version is found to be available, the monitoring subunit 37 will trigger the update process; the execution subunit 38 can ensure the smooth progress of the update process and restart the set-top box program after the update is completed; by analyzing information such as the serial number and MAC address sent from the set-top box, the judgment subunit 39 can accurately identify the device that needs to be updated.

[0097] Furthermore, the software update module 28 further includes a parameter storage unit 40, and the parameter storage unit 40 is connected to the backend 2;

[0098] The parameter storage unit 40 is used to store current software update information.

[0099] In this embodiment, the parameter storage unit 40 is used to store the current software update information so as to perform comparison and verification in the subsequent update process.

[0100] Furthermore, the set-top box remote management and control system also includes a push terminal 41 and a monitoring terminal 42 .

[0101] The push terminal 41 is used to push win-win projects to users, thereby achieving sustainable development of commercial operations;

[0102] The monitoring terminal 42 is used to monitor the data transmission parameters of the entire system.

[0103] In this embodiment, the push terminal 41 is used to push win-win projects to users, thereby achieving sustainable development of commercial operations; the monitoring terminal 42 is used to monitor the data transmission parameters of the entire system.

[0104] Furthermore, the push end 41 includes a paid value-added service unit 43 and a network operation cooperation unit 45;

[0105] The paid value-added service unit 43 is used to provide various types of video-on-demand services;

[0106] The network operation cooperation unit 45 is used to push win-win projects to users, thereby achieving sustainable development of commercial operations.

[0107] In this embodiment, the paid value-added service unit 43 and the network operation cooperation unit 45 play a key role in the set-top box remote control system, which not only improves the user experience but also promotes the development of business and the expansion of the market.

[0108] Further, the monitoring terminal 42 includes a data encryption unit 46, an access data unit 47, a status monitoring unit 48 and a log recording unit 44;

[0109] The data encryption unit 46 is used to encrypt all transmitted data to ensure that the information will not be intercepted or modified during the transmission process;

[0110] The access data unit 47 is responsible for collecting necessary operation data from the set-top box device;

[0111] The log recording unit 44 is used to continuously monitor the operating status of the set-top box.

[0112] In this embodiment, these three units work together to ensure the efficient and safe operation of the set-top box system, while providing strong data support and decision-making basis for the operation and maintenance team; through such a system design, the service quality and management efficiency of TV operators can be significantly improved, thereby enhancing user experience and satisfaction.

[0113] What is disclosed above is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention, and it certainly cannot be used to limit the scope of rights of the present invention. Ordinary technicians in this field can understand that all or part of the processes of the above embodiment and equivalent changes made according to the claims of the present invention still fall within the scope of the invention.

Claims

1. A set-top box remote management and control system, characterized in that: The system comprises a main control end and a back-end, wherein the main control end is connected to a transmitting circuit module, the transmitting circuit module is connected to a coaxial cable module, the coaxial cable module is connected to an electrical converter module, the electrical converter module is connected to a plurality of set-top box units, the main control end comprises a high-pass processing circuit module, a band-pass processing circuit module and a low-pass processing circuit module, the back-end comprises a PCDN module, a remote control module and an authorization module, the PCDN module comprises an MQTT client unit, a ZooKeeper unit, an Nginx proxy unit, a Channel service unit, a Realy service unit and a Hot service unit, the remote control module comprises an instruction sending unit, an instruction receiving unit and a state feedback unit, and the authorization module comprises a voice authorization unit and a digital authorization unit; The high-pass processing circuit module is used to obtain the required high-frequency signal after screening, filtering and other processing of input signals of different frequencies; The bandpass processing circuit module is used to filter and filter input signals of different frequencies to obtain the required intermediate frequency signal; The low-pass processing circuit module is used to filter and filter input signals of different frequencies to obtain the required low-frequency signal; The MQTT client unit is used to ensure that the set-top box and the backend can transmit messages through a publish or subscribe mode; The ZooKeeper unit is used to coordinate and synchronize the status of each node to ensure the stability and consistency of the system; The Nginx proxy unit is used as a reverse proxy server to process client requests and forward them to the appropriate backend; The Channel service unit is used to manage the transmission channel of the content to ensure that the data can be transmitted efficiently and stably; The Realy service unit is responsible for relaying data between nodes and optimizing the data transmission path; The Hot service unit is used to handle the distribution of hot content, reduce delays and improve user experience; The instruction sending unit is used to send a power-on, power-off or channel-switching instruction to the client; The instruction receiving unit is responsible for receiving instructions from a remote location, and the unit is installed on the set-top box; The state feedback unit is used to feed back the current state of the set-top box to the user; The voice authorization unit is used to verify identity and ensure that after the user's voice consent, the staff can remotely enter the set-top box system; The digital authorization unit is used to verify identity and ensure that after the user provides a verification code, the staff can remotely enter the set-top box system.

2. The set-top box remote management control system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The main control end also includes an inductance circuit module and a decoding circuit module; The inductance circuit module is used to filter out high-frequency components of the signal in the coaxial cable; The decoding circuit module is used for decoding the audio and video signals output by the controller and outputting the decoded signals to the plurality of set-top box units.

3. The set-top box remote management control system according to claim 2, characterized in that: The backend also includes an expansion module, a device management module and a software update module; The expansion module is used to further expand the system functions based on the existing infrastructure; The device management module is used to uniformly manage and configure set-top boxes distributed in different locations; The software update module is used to remotely push software updates to the set-top box to keep its software version up to date.

4. The set-top box remote management control system as claimed in claim 3, characterized in that: The expansion module includes a communication unit, a signal encoding unit, a signal decoding unit and a matching unit, and the communication unit, the signal encoding unit, the signal decoding unit and the matching unit are all connected to the backend; The communication unit is responsible for establishing and maintaining a communication connection between the set-top box and the remote server; The signal encoding unit is used to compress and encode the audio and video signals; The signal decoding unit is used to decode the received coded signal; The matching unit is used to identify the set-top box device in the same network and establish a connection therewith.

5. The set-top box remote management control system as claimed in claim 4, characterized in that: The equipment management module includes an asset management unit, a maintenance management unit, an inventory management unit and a report management unit, and the asset management unit, the maintenance management unit, the inventory management unit and the report management unit are all connected to the backend; The asset management unit is used to record basic information, storage location, operating status and life cycle of the equipment; The maintenance management unit is used to formulate a regular maintenance plan based on the usage of the equipment and the manufacturer's recommendations; The inventory management unit is used to record the inventory information of spare parts and consumables; The report management unit is used to perform statistical analysis on data such as equipment usage, maintenance, failure, inventory, etc.

6. The set-top box remote management and control system according to claim 5, characterized in that: The software update module includes a monitoring subunit, an execution subunit and a judgment subunit, and the monitoring subunit, the execution subunit and the judgment subunit are all connected to the backend; The monitoring subunit is responsible for detecting the software version of the set-top box and comparing it with the latest version on the server; The execution subunit is responsible for downloading the new software version and installing it; The determination subunit is used to determine whether the queried user set-top box needs to perform software update.

7. The set-top box remote management control system according to claim 6, characterized in that: The software update module also includes a parameter storage unit, and the parameter storage unit is connected to the backend; The parameter storage unit is used to store current software update information.

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