Use Cases

Service models

• Virtual video recorder controlled by consumers
• Metadata service connected to content repository with licensing and payment services
• Independent movie distribution (e.g. on-demand, retail, broadcast)
• Video-Blogs (e.g. content repository with guaranteed QOS for high bandwidth content)
• Theme channels for special interest content (e.g. broadcast, on-demand)
• TV channels for communities (broadcast of TV on DVB-T or DVB-H networks in cities)

Example: MyVids

MyVids is an interactive service delivery platform that enables consumers to receive and watch TV in the form of DRM protected digital video on the devices of their choice (e.g. set-top boxes, PC, mobile devices)

Example: MetaMC

MetaMC is a platform to enable consumers to orient themselves according to their musical interests and habits. For the purpose of simple orientation the "moods" created by music and genres created by communities (e.g. skaters make music for skaters) come to the fore.

Example: Independent movie distribution

An independent film producer intends to publish and distribute movies to End-users. To save cost the movies will be promoted exclusively on the internet. The movies will be distributed for free in low-resolution (MPEG-4 SD). End-users will be able to pay for the download of the high-resolution version (MPEG-4 HD) and for the DVD. The movie will also be broadcasted on satellite. (for a list of the services involved see Table).

Example: Art Television Channel

A group of gallery owners and art enthusiasts intend to establish a television channel for art lovers. The content of the television channel will consist of high quality still pictures of artworks presented as a slideshow, live broadcasts from private views and interviews with contemporary artists.