Overview


RDK-V IP provides a standardized and efficient method for managing video playback functions. It leverages the IP client device interface, enabling seamless reception of video content from gateway devices. It empowers organizations to accelerate next-gen video deployment, simplify application customization, and facilitate user interface development, resulting in enhanced video products and services for customers.

Architecture

The IP profile architecture is specifically designed to manage video playback functions for IP client devices. It consists of the following components:

Applications
Application
Platform
RDK
RDK HAL
SOC
UI/UX
Lightning Apps
HTML5 Apps
Certified Native Apps
Firebolt Application platform (Ripple)
Device Porting layer
Native Interfaces
Browser Runtime
Downloadable Application Container(DAC)
RDK Services
RDKShell / Window Manager
ESSOS
EGL
Wayland
iCrypto
OpenCDM
AAMP Engine RIALTO
RDK HAL
Gstreamer Media Pipeline
Hardened Linux Kernel
DRM Libraries
Apps TA
Secure Store(DRM Keys, Apps Triplets)
MFR Libraries

Features

RDK Video for IP provides following features:

Content Delivery:

  • Video on Demand (VOD)
  • Subscription Video on Demand (SVOD)
  • Interactive Pay-Per-View (iPPV)
  • Video over Wi-Fi

Digital Rights Management (DRM):

  • Adobe® Access integration
  • PlayReady®
  • Widevine

Video & Audio:

  • Adaptive bit rate with MPEG-DASH
  • Codecs support for HDR 10 bit (HEVC HLS) for gateway set-top boxes
  • Video output resolutions up to Ultra HD/4K & HDR
  • Audio output formats, including Dolby® MS12

Other Features:

  • Emergency alert system
  • Cast screening
  • Customizable video telemetry
  • Closed captioning
  • Copy protection
  • Song track identification
  • No labels

DISCLAIMER: Please note that the use of the RDK Wiki is subject to its Privacy Policy & Terms of Use. In addition, this Wiki may be accessed by all RDK licensees and their contractors.