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GLOSSARY OF TERMS
Access
Authorisation to use the coding system to purchase /
order TV programmes.
Audio system
With digital reception, the sound is transmitted in pack-
ages and is selected either in a special audio mode or pre-
selected by using the installation set-up. This makes it
possible to select between several different languages
in a film. The number of choices is dependent on what
is available in the signal.
DVB
The Digital Video Broadcast group was created to estab-
lish a technical framework for the introduction of digital
video broadcasting systems.
EPG
Electronic Programme Guide. A software that enables
viewers to navigate easily among the large number of
channels provided by digital technology, in order to se-
lect the service they desire.
Mediamaster
A unit that converts the digital satellite signals into audio
and video signals. The audio and video signal can be sent
to the TV set either via SCART or via RF (modulator out-
put).
MHz
The prefix mega means million, and Hertz means cycles
per second.
MPEG
Moving Picture Experts Group. A standard established by
the International Standards Organisation to provide the
basis for a picture coding and compression system.
Network
A number of digital channels transmitted from one
source. Grouped under separate headings in the channel
list.
Parental control
A feature that allows parents to "lock" programmes that
they consider unsuitable for children. A "locked" channel
or programme can only be "unlocked" with the special pa-
rental access code.
Parental Access code
A four-digit code stored in the Mediamaster. Used to lock
the Mediamaster.
PIN code
Personal Identification Number. A four-digit code stored
in the Smartcard. For e.g. PPV (Pay Per View) or other
services together with the subscription.
RF
Radio frequency (known as HF in some countries).
SERIAL
A serial communication standard port.
SCART
A 21-pin connector used for connection of the Media-
master, VCR and TV. Also named Euroconnector or
Peritel connector.
Scrambled TV programme
Some satellite TV programmes are transmitted in scram-
bled form. A smartcard, will be needed to view such pro-
grammes.
Service provider
Is a company that collects a number of programms/serv-
ices and distributes them to customers.
S/PDIF
Sony/Philips digital interface format. Digital audio output.
SW
Software. Programme code.
VCR
Video Cassette Recorder.
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