Satmode

SATMODE is a set of technologies originally developed for interactive TV and based on an always-on return channel via satellite designed for ultra low-cost feasibility.

SATMODE is an interactive TV solution via satellite, targeting the mass-market through consumer products.

SATMODE supports services to the viewer, like the following ones: SATMODE also supports features allowing the technical management of the iTV platform: The system is scalable up to the complete DTH population and is designed to minimize the terminal cost.

Thanks to this property, very low cost outdoor units (ODUs) operating at full saturation and in non-linear mode can be used.

Moderate bit rates allow to use very low power transmitters (typically 100 mW), keeping the cost compatible with the mass-market.