D g i i g t i a t l a l T V T V f o f r o r MD M U Multi Dwelling Units

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2 Digital TV for MDU Multi Dwelling Units

3 Introduction What is digital TV? Freeview ( FTA digital services) Delivered via your antenna and MATV system PAY TV (Foxtel, Austar, Select TV) Delivered via Telstra cable or Satellite IPTV Delivered via Internet

4 Freeview What is it? Freeview is the Free digital television service in Australia. It is a non government organization and comprises of Australian free to air broadcasters. (visit:

5 Freeview What do I need to see it? An MATV system capable of delivering Digital Signals. A Digital Receiver (Set top box) or Digital TV (digital ready)

6 Freeview - Is my TV digital? The government has an accredited scheme with a sticker clearly displaying the products DTV capability Digital Ready (HD) Digital Ready (SD) Digital Capable (with a set top box)

7 Freeview - When do I need digital? Analogue switch off in Sydney is scheduled for: 1st July 2013 to 31st December Avoid the rush!

8 When is my MDU digital ready? The MATV system for FTA reception and distribution is installed in accordance with the design specifications and meets the requirements of the Australian Standard AS/NZS1367:2007 A confirmation of performance is done by testing for all digital FTA signals to ensure they are free from interference and within the level ranges specified in the Standard. In Layman's Terms: The MATV system can deliver all digital services to every apartment without impairments or signal loss.

9 Antenna How do we check? Assess Less than 10 years old and visually in tact Cut for digital channels (can be Analogue & Digital)

10 Digital Headend How do we check? - Assess A headend built for digital channels and site specific

11 How do we check? - Assess Distribution System Approved RG6 cable and F-type connectors

12 Distribution System Approved F-type splitters How do we check? - Assess

13 How do we check? Assess Distribution System Approved F-type wall plates

14 Viewers Responsibility Is my equipment digital? Do I have it connected correctly? Am I tuned to digital? Home Theatre and digital TV components are only ever as good as the cables they are connected with.

15 When do I need a professional? If you are experiencing reception problems it is a worthwhile investment to pay for a Site Survey to be conducted. Site Survey = Solution

16 Digital ready Vs Digital capable If your buildings infrastructure does not comply with the industry recommendation for being digital ready, you may still receive perfect digital reception free from impairments. We would label the system digital capable. If any part of the installation is replaced or expanded in the If any part of the installation is replaced or expanded in the future, digital ready components must be installed.

17 Who Do I Use? Only engage the services of an experienced, competent MATV technician or qualified company. What is their experience and qualifications. Trade References / Government Endorsement Guarantees Sight their insurance certificates of currency.

18 Government Endorsement Scheme There will be 3 levels of endorsement. The scheme is not mandatory. Level I - Basic Domestic/Single Dwelling Antenna Installation Level II - Advanced Commercial/Master or Communal Antenna System Installation (MATV) Level III Advanced Satellite Antenna Installation (free to air)

19 Where can I find information? The Following websites contain valuable information on digital TV

20 Government Documents

21 Pay TV What is it? FOXTEL AUSTAR (rural) OPTUS (residential only) SELECT TV Foxtel is the most popular subscription TV service in Australia with over 1.3 million subscribers. Approximately per cent of Australian households have a Pay TV service

22 Why should my MDU have Foxtel? There are now over 1.3 million FOXTEL subscribers. Making your development Foxtel ready will: Allow you to market your building as FOXTEL ready.(asset) Provide residents with easy access to a service they expect will be available. Ensure that FOXTEL can be installed without the need for external cabling.

23 Foxtel How do I get it? Telstra Broadband Cable OR Satellite

24 What is Telstra Cable? Telstra Cable is available where their network is present. A Telstra cable backbone is installed from the street to your building by Telstra Only. The final connection from the backbone to your apartment is done by Foxtel. Telstra Cable also carries Bigpond Broadband Internet.

25 What is Foxtel Satellite? Foxtel via Satellite is available everywhere (Almost!) Requires twin cabling to outlet plate to receive full functionality of IQ2. Reduced services available on single wire systems May require hardwiring

26 How do I get Foxtel satellite? Satellite Infrastructure in an MDU is Customer Owned Call Foxtel to arrange a quote to install or upgrade your building. (Foxtel appoint Downer EDI and BSA Ltd as their national contractors) Or Engage your preferred company (Installation must meet Foxtel specifications).

27 What is TDT technology? Provide IQ2 (HD Foxtel ready) services to every location that currently has a coaxial TV point. (Living room, bedroom, etc.) No re cabling required to any apartments*. The system can deliver other narrowcast services The system can deliver other narrowcast services through the system with additional modules fitted to the headend only (i.e.: TVB; UBI World; Select TV)

28 TDT equipment is Customer Owned What is TDT Technology? The initial hardware cost is expensive and cost effective when applied to developments over 100 units. # units Cost Save $

29 How can I get TDT? A comprehensive site survey is required

30 Who will install a TDT? Very few companies are capable of installing a complete TDT system. The system must meet stringent specifications. A service level agreement is mandatory.

31 New Installation Comparison? IQ/ IQ2 ready Digital FTA Integrated on Same cabling Available Everywhere Bigpond Broadband Cable Hardwire (dedicated) No No Yes Satellite Hardwire (twin cabling) Yes Yes* No TDT/ QAM Retro fit MATV* Yes Yes* No

32 Summary Self Assessment/ Education Replace leads, know your equipment, Education thru Web sites Arrange a site survey and quote By qualified company only Understand your PAY TV options Cable, Satellite, TDT Compare all aspects of quotes Compare what has been proposed, know the differences

33 Company Profile TVSAT is a Sydney based business specialising in Digital TV and Foxtel IQ solutions for Residential MDU Trained, Experienced Technicians Latest Digital TV Testing Equipment Experienced in the Foxtel installation process Supplier Endorsements (Hills Industries) Operating from new premises in Artarmon (Jan 2010)

34 Contacts Direct Contacts Rob Hughes Rob Van Dyk John Humbley Phone : (Rob Hughes) For General Enquires: 66 Whiting St Artarmon NSW 2064 (from Jan 2010)