Digital Terrestrial and Broadcasting Technologies

The Role of Digital Video in Over-the-Air TV Services

This study provides an overview of the business model for the development of digital terrestrial television (DTT) and local broadcasting services. It discusses the impact of government-imposed digital switch-over on access to free television content. The research also explores how operators will turn digital terrestrial into a money-making venture, and how they will partner with telecom and mobile operators. The report examines the role of local broadcasters in the emerging digital-video market, and provides market forecasts for STBs, headend equipment, and broadcast technology.

What Questions Does This Report Answer?

  • How many people use DTT as a primary video service?
  • What is the progress of digital switch-over around the world?
  • How are local broadcasters changing their business models?
  • What is the DTT business model?
  • What are DTT standards in various regions?
  • What are the technology benefits and equipment costs for various DTT standards?
  • What is the market for DTT-enabled STBs?
  • What impact will telecom video and streaming mobile video have on DTT business models?
  • What is the market for DTT headend and relay station equipment?
  • What is the market for local-broadcaster digital upgrades?

Who Needs This Report?

  • DTT operators
  • Local broadcasters
  • Telecom operators
  • Mobile operators
  • Government regulatory agencies
  • Broadcast and DTT system vendors
  • STB vendors
  • Financial institutions