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Drive revenue with the latest digital cable set-top boxesBy Michael Dunne Digital cable set top boxes are hot items as U.S. markets transition to digital broadcast. Analog television signals will become a technology of the past following the Federal Communications Commission mandate that full power TV stations must broadcast digital-only signals.
Cable set top boxes were common in the mid-1970s, but became less ubiquitous as television manufacturers integrated cable-ready tuning systems into sets. However, cable TV boxes are making a strong comeback as manufacturers of digital cable set-top boxes open new markets overseas and prepare U.S. consumers for the digital TV transition. Read on to learn how to:
1. Add the latest digital cable set-top boxes to your lineup;
2. Offer consumers options beyond the traditional cable set top box;
3. Develop new solutions for business customers.
Increase revenue during the digital TV transition with digital set top boxes
Keep equipment revenue strong with the latest digital cable set top boxes, satellite receivers and DVR systems. Major cable companies and U.S. satellite TV providers can take advantage of direct relationships with cable TV box manufacturers and their satellite receiver equivalents. Statistics show annual revenues for cable set top boxes hitting a whopping $4.2 billion, with future earnings expected to continue that trend.
Try:
Contact digital cable set top box manufacturer Motorola, and add their Dual-Tuner DVR High-Definition Set-Top Boxes to your cable TV box inventory. Hughes Network Systems provides phenomenal HD satellite receiver/DVR combos that offer customers tremendous versatility.
Embrace new cable set-top box technologies to grow your customer base
Plug into the personal media market for customer satisfaction. Customers want control of their own digital content, using technology to seamlessly receive, buffer, record and migrate video and audio between devices. The digital TV conversion offers content providers the chance to move beyond traditional thinking and expand customer bases like never before.
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Partner with SageTV, a cutting-edge hardware and software provider that offers the media integration solutions your customers want. Move beyond the basic digital cable set top box with Sling Media. The Slingbox Pro HD provides full integration between digital set top boxes, DVR and even the customer's own media-enabled smartphone.
Explore or expand business services for your digital cable set-top box customers
Meet the growing needs of your business customers. More and more businesses depend on video to keep leaders and team members informed. Digital set top boxes benefit today's business customers with key video services like up-to-the-minute financial information and severe weather tracking. Think outside the box and achieve superior market share.
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Bundle business telecommunication services to attract more customers. Contact Adtran, an industry leader in networking infrastructure to design integrated video, voice and data solutions. Harmonic Inc. offers new digital head end architecture that will deliver advanced solutions for businesses including traffic grooming and video conferencing.
- Plan new service integration strategies through your customers' cable TV boxes that include major consumer hardware and software providers such as Apple and Microsoft.
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Specialist in the repair of high-tech electromechanical devices. Free evaluations and free tech support
Subsidiary of William Aaron Electronics Inc. Online distributor of cable decoders, descramblers and replacement parts for cable TV equipment.
http://www.aar-cable-box-decoders.com/
Contract manufacturing firm. Specializes in engineering services, printed circuit boards, custom-built assemblies, encoders, plastics and aluminum.
Online distributor of cable television converters and cable descramblers.
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Research and development firm specializing in personal computing products, set-top computer entertainment systems, security software products and wireless Internet systems.
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BEI Industrial Encoder Division
Manufacturer and distributor of precision optical rotational position sensors for industrial applications.
Developer of interactive multimedia software. Products are sold to multiple industries. This company was capitalized by private investment.
Online distributor of cable television converters and cable descramblers.
http://www.cable-descramblers-usa.com/
Online distributor for Optera Imports. Wholesale cable descramblers and accessories for dealers.
Designer of encoders, transducers, sensors and tachometers for mill automation.
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Developer and manufacturer of customized potentiometers, optical switches, variable resistors, mechanical encoders and photoelectric products.
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Manufacturer of optical encoders used to determine the speed of various parts within computer printers, disk drives and analytical instruments. Products are sold to the electronics industry.
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Manufacturer of digital indicators, motion controllers and encoders. Products are sold to the robotics, computer, medical and machine tool automation industries.
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Manufacturer of vertical interval test TV generators, closed captioning equipment for the deaf and specialized studio equipment. Products are sold to multiple industries. This company was capitalized by private investment.
Producer of home interactive television platforms for OEMs, service providers and content providers.
Online provider of cable descramblers and TV converter boxes.
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Seller of centralized switching and processing equipment enabling cable operators to provide Internet TV, email and interactive television using a cable set-top box.
Developer of broadband Internet devices, services and tailored integrated programs for the Internet service provider (ISP) market.
Manufacturer of Internet connectivity appliances and developer of SurfReady(tm) Internet browsing software for Internet appliances. The company makes set-top boxes that enable consumers to obtain Internet connectivity through a television set. The produ
An initiative, managed by the Advanced Platforms and Services group at Cable Television Laboratories, Inc. (CableLabs), that has produced a set of interface specifications that define the next generation of digital cable television set-top boxes and other
Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA)
Promoter and developer of open display and display interface standards for the video electronics market, ensuring interoperability.
Provider of Internet access via cable television and Internet e-mail services. Services are provided to multiple industries. This company was capitalized by private investment.
Wisconsin Rural Internet Services
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Tips & Advice to help you make your decision on Cable Set-top Boxes
Cable set-top boxes enable your cable company to provide its customers with high-quality programming, even if the customers have older analog televisions. There are various types of set-top boxes that you can offer your customers; however, it may be easier for your company to just choose a design and give all customers access to that one model.
A basic cable set-top box enables your customers to watch regular television programming. If you have a small cable company or if your company has a basic plan for customers that doesn't include any special services, these boxes are likely the most cost-effective models for your company.
If your company wants to offer special services ... more
Cable set-top boxes enable your cable company to provide its customers with high-quality programming, even if the customers have older analog televisions. There are various types of set-top boxes that you can offer your customers; however, it may be easier for your company to just choose a design and give all customers access to that one model.
A basic cable set-top box enables your customers to watch regular television programming. If you have a small cable company or if your company has a basic plan for customers that doesn't include any special services, these boxes are likely the most cost-effective models for your company.
If your company wants to offer special services to your customers, you have to find set-top boxes that can accommodate those services. Digital video recording, on-demand programming and interactive services are some of the add-ons you can provide through set-top boxes. In this case, you will have to find a manufacturer that is able to customize boxes to fit your company's requirements. Be sure to require that you can turn services on and off remotely as needed.
Manufacturers, such as Motorola, Sling Media and Hughes Network Systems can provide you with cable set-top boxes that meet your specifications - from basic units to ones with multiple add-ons.
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