DE10038729B4 - Method for controlling and administering subscriber-related services offered via the multimedia infrastructure of a CATV network - Google Patents

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DE10038729B4
DE10038729B4 DE2000138729 DE10038729A DE10038729B4 DE 10038729 B4 DE10038729 B4 DE 10038729B4 DE 2000138729 DE2000138729 DE 2000138729 DE 10038729 A DE10038729 A DE 10038729A DE 10038729 B4 DE10038729 B4 DE 10038729B4
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Abstract

Verfahren zur Steuerung und Administration von teilnehmerbezogenen Diensten, die über die multimediale Infrastruktur eines CATV-Netzes angeboten werden,
dadurch gekennzeichnet,
dass über das Internet ein Steuerungs- und Administrations-Server anwählbar ist,
dass der Nutzer die Möglichkeit, hat, über das Internet teilnehmerbezogenen Dienste seines Anschlusses zu administrieren,
dass die an einem bestimmten CATV-Netz-Anschluss auszuführenden Befehle über eine Administrationsoberfläche in den Server eingegeben werden,
und dass über Control-Interfaces eine Verbindung zwischen dem Steuerungs- und Administrations-Server und einem Content-Server aufgebaut wird, der dann an dem ausgewählten CATV-Netz-Anschluß den Befehl ausführt oder einen Dienst aktiviert oder deaktiviert.Method for controlling and administering subscriber-related services offered via the multimedia infrastructure of a CATV network,
characterized,
that a control and administration server can be selected via the Internet,
that the user has the possibility of administering subscriber-related services of his connection via the Internet,
that the commands to be executed on a particular CATV network connection are entered into the server via an administration interface,
and that a connection between the control and administration server and a content server is established via control interfaces, which then executes the command on the selected CATV network connection or activates or deactivates a service.

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Die Erfindung betrifft ein Verfahren zur Steuerung und Administration von teilnehmerbezogenen Diensten, die über die multimediale Infrastruktur eines CATV-Netzes angeboten werden.The The invention relates to a method for control and administration of subscriber-based services provided via the multimedia infrastructure a CATV network.

Zur Versorgung von Teilnehmern mit Fernseh- und Radioprogrammen wurden in vielen Ländern ausgedehnte Verteilnetze aus Koaxialkabeln – so genannte CATV-Netze – aufgebaut.to Supply of subscribers with television and radio programs were in many countries extensive distribution networks of coaxial cables - so-called CATV networks - built.

Auch in Deutschland wurde seit Ende der 70iger Jahre ein solches Netz verlegt, das BK 450. Es stellt eine Bandbreite bis 446 MHz zur Verfügung, innerhalb der die UKW-Rundfunkprogramme sowie TV-Kanäle mit 7 MHz und 8 MHz übertragen werden können.Also In Germany since the end of the 70s, such a network relocated to the BK 450. It provides bandwidth up to 446 MHz, within which transmits the FM radio programs and 7 MHz and 8 MHz TV channels can be.

Durch eine Vielzahl neuer Dienste für sowohl professionelle als auch private Nutzer wachsen Kommunikations-, Computer- und Fernsehtechnik immer rascher zusammen.By a lot of new services for both professional and private users are growing in communication, Computer and television technology is converging faster and faster.

Der Grund ist, ein interaktives Breitbandnetz zu schaffen, das den Teilnehmern Informationen unterschiedlichster Art nach Hause oder ins Büro liefert.Of the The reason is to create an interactive broadband network for the participants Provides information of all kinds home or office.

Zu diesem Zweck werden bestehende CATV-Netze für die Übertragung größerer Bandbreiten auf 862 MHz aufgerüstet und gleichzeitig für die Nutzung von interaktiven Diensten rückkanalfähig umgerüstet.To For this purpose, existing CATV networks for the transmission of larger bandwidths upgraded to 862 MHz and at the same time for the use of interactive services converted backchannel enabled.

Die dadurch gewonnene zusätzliche Übertragungskapazität bedeutet ein Mehrwert sowohl in Verteilrichtung (Downstream) als auch in der Rückwärtsrichtung (Upstream).The This means additional transmission capacity Added value both in the distribution direction (downstream) and in the reverse direction (Upstream).

Ein CATV-Netz mit interaktiven Diensten ist in der WO 98/56181 A1 beschrieben. Zur Steuerung von Breitbanddiensten wird ein zellulares Netz verwendet.A CATV network with interactive services is in the WO 98/56181 A1 described. A cellular network is used to control broadband services.

Die Aufgabe der Erfindung besteht dann, die Steuerung und Administration von teilnehmerbezogenen Diensten, die über die multimediale Infrastruktur eines CATV-Netzes angeboten werden, über das Internet bereitzustellen.The The object of the invention is then the control and administration of subscriber-based services provided via the multimedia infrastructure a CATV network can be offered via the Internet.

Gelöst wird diese Aufgabe erfindungsgemäß dadurch, dass über das Internet ein Steuerungs- und Administrations Server anwählbar ist,
dass die an einem bestimmten CATV-Netz-Anschluss auszuführenden Befehle über eine Administrationsoberfläche in den Server eingegeben werden,
und dass über Control-Interfaces eine Verbindung zwischen dem Steuerungs- und Administrations Server und einem Content Server aufgebaut wird, der dann an dem ausgewählten CATV-Netz-Anschluß den Befehl ausführt oder einen Dienst aktiviert oder deaktiviert.This object is achieved according to the invention in that a control and administration server can be selected via the Internet,
that the commands to be executed on a particular CATV network connection are entered into the server via an administration interface,
and that a connection between the control and administration server and a content server is established via control interfaces, which then executes the command on the selected CATV network connection or activates or deactivates a service.

Weitere Ausgestaltungen ergeben sich aus den Unteransprüchen.Further Embodiments emerge from the subclaims.

Der Nutzer hat die Möglichkeit, über das Internet teilnehmerbezogene Dienste seines Anschlusses zu administrieren. Der dafür notwendige Zugang zum Internet kann über Mobilfunk-Netze, Sprach-Festnetze, CATV-Netze oder andere hierfür geeignete Netze erfolgen. Das Ziel ist, dem Nutzer geografisch unabhängig Zugriff auf die Administrationsoberfläche zu ermöglichen. Der Kunde bekommt nach Vertragsabschluss einen Passwort geschützten Account eingerichtet, mit dem er sich beim Zugriff auf die Administrationsoberfläche authentifizieren kann. An Hand seines Accounts erfolgt die Zuordnung zu seinem Anschluss für die Rechnungsstellung.Of the Users have the option of using the Internet to administer subscriber-related services of its connection. The one for it necessary access to the Internet can be via mobile networks, voice-fixed networks, CATV networks or other suitable ones Nets are made. The goal is to give the user geographically independent access on the administration interface to enable. The customer gets after signing a password protected account set up to authenticate itself when accessing the administration interface can. On the basis of his account, the assignment is made to his connection for the Invoicing.

Im folgenden werden einige Beispiele für die angebotenen Dienste aufgeführt:

  • 1. Teilnehmerprofil 1.1 Einrichtung und Änderung 1.1.1 Freigabe und Sperrung des Anschlusses 1.1.2 Freigabe und Sperrung einzelner Sender 1.1.3 Freigabe und Sperrung von Kanälen 1.1.4 Freigabe und Sperrung von Sprachdiensten 1.1.5 Freigabe und Sperrung von Datendiensten
  • 2. Administration von interaktiven Diensten 2.1 Einrichtung und Änderung 2.1.1 Freigabe und Sperrung von Leistungsmerkmalen der Sprachdienste 2.1.2 Freigabe und Sperrung von Leistungsmerkmalen der Datendienste 2.1.2.1 Erhöhung der Bitrate 2.1.2.2 Reduzierung der Bitrate 2.1.2.3 Ein- und Ausschalten von Verschlüsselungsfunktionen 2.1.2.4 Internet-Links sperren 2.1.2.5 E-Mail Adresse einrichten 2.1.2.6 Web-Seite einrichten
  • 3. Administration von Verteildiensten 3.1 Freigabe und Sperrung von Pay-TV-Diensten 3.2 Bestellung/Abruf von Spielfilmen 3.3 Bestellung/Abruf von Dokumentationsfilmen
  • 4. Programmierung von Videorekordern
  • 5. Initiieren von Videokonferenzen
Here are some examples of the services offered:
  • 1. Subscriber profile 1.1 Setup and modification 1.1.1 Releasing and blocking the connection 1.1.2 Enabling and blocking individual channels 1.1.3 Enabling and disabling channels 1.1.4 Enabling and disabling voice services 1.1.5 Enabling and disabling data services
  • 2. Administration of interactive services 2.1 Establishment and modification 2.1.1 Release and blocking of features of voice services 2.1.2 Release and blocking of features of data services 2.1.2.1 Increase of the bit rate 2.1.2.2 Reduction of the bit rate 2.1.2.3 Switching on and off of Encryption functions 2.1.2.4 Blocking Internet links 2.1.2.5 Setting up an e-mail address 2.1.2.6 Setting up a web page
  • 3. Administration of distribution services 3.1 Approval and blocking of pay-TV services 3.2 Ordering / retrieval of feature films 3.3 Ordering / retrieval of documentary films
  • 4. Programming VCRs
  • 5. Initiate video conferencing

Die oben genannten Dienste beschreiben nur einen Bruchteil dessen, was mit dieser Internet basierten Steuerung alles möglich sein wird. Gerade im Hinblick auf zukünftige Technologien trägt dieser Service zur Innovation bei.The The services mentioned above only describe a fraction of what Everything will be possible with this Internet based controller. Especially in the With regard to future Technologies this service to innovation.

Neben der Software für die Bereitstellung der Administrationsoberfläche enthält der Steuerungs- und Administrations-Server Control-Interfaces, die ihn in die Lage versetzen, die vom Nutzer eingegebenen Befehle entsprechend weiterzuleiten. Er kann auf diesem Wege mit den Content-Servern kommunizieren, die für die Bereitstellung der jeweiligen Dienste und Leistungsmerkmale verantwortlich sind. Die weltweite Zugangsmöglichkeit zu diesem Server wird durch ein Internet Gateway realisiert.In addition to the administration interface software, the control and administration server includes control interfaces that enable it to forward the commands entered by the user. He can communicate with the content servers responsible for providing the respective services and features. Worldwide access to this server is realized through an Internet Gateway.

Ein möglicher Kommunikationsablauf kann wie folgt beschrieben werden:
Ein Nutzer meldet sich mittels Dial-in-Vorgang über das Internet an dem Steuerungs- und Administrations-Server an und authentifiziert sich. Anschließend richtet er einen Dienst für seinen CATV-Anschluss ein und bestätigt diesen. Der Steuerungs- und Administrations Server meldet dem entsprechenden Content-Server die Einrichtung dieses Dienstes. Der Content-Server führt den Befehl aus und aktiviert den Dienst an dem zugeordneten Anschluss des CATV-Netzes.A possible communication sequence can be described as follows:
A user logs on to the control and administration server via the Internet via dial-in and authenticates himself. Then he sets up a service for his CATV connection and confirms this. The control and administration server notifies the appropriate content server of the setup of this service. The content server executes the command and activates the service on the associated port of the CATV network.

Zur Erläuterung des Verfahrensablaufes dient die graphische Darstellung gemäß Figur.to explanation the procedure is the graphical representation of FIG.

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Verfahren zur Steuerung und Administration von teilnehmerbezogenen Diensten, die über die multimediale Infrastruktur eines CATV-Netzes angeboten werden, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass über das Internet ein Steuerungs- und Administrations-Server anwählbar ist, dass der Nutzer die Möglichkeit, hat, über das Internet teilnehmerbezogenen Dienste seines Anschlusses zu administrieren, dass die an einem bestimmten CATV-Netz-Anschluss auszuführenden Befehle über eine Administrationsoberfläche in den Server eingegeben werden, und dass über Control-Interfaces eine Verbindung zwischen dem Steuerungs- und Administrations-Server und einem Content-Server aufgebaut wird, der dann an dem ausgewählten CATV-Netz-Anschluß den Befehl ausführt oder einen Dienst aktiviert oder deaktiviert.Method for controlling and administering subscriber-related services that are offered via the multimedia infrastructure of a CATV network, characterized in that a control and administration server can be selected via the Internet, that the user has the option of being subscriber-related via the Internet To administer the services of its connection that the commands to be executed on a particular CATV network port are entered via an administration interface in the server, and that via control interfaces, a connection between the control and administration server and a content server is established which then executes the command on the selected CATV network port or enables or disables a service. Verfahren nach Anspruch 1, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass dem Steuerungs- und Administrations-Server ein Account zugeordnet ist, der vor dem Zugriff auf die Administrationsoberfläche den Benutzer des CATV-Netz-Anschlusses durch ein Passwort authentifiziert.Method according to claim 1, characterized in that that an account is assigned to the control and administration server is the one before accessing the administration interface Users of the CATV network connection are authenticated by a password. Verfahren nach einem der vorstehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass der Zugang zum Steuerungs- und Administrations-Server über eine Mobilfunk-Verbindung erfolgt.Method according to one of the preceding claims, characterized characterized in that the access to the control and administration server via a Mobile connection takes place. Verfahren nach einem der vorstehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass der Zugang zum Steuerungs- und Administrations-Server über ein leistungsvermittelndes Netz erfolgt.Method according to one of the preceding claims, characterized characterized in that the access to the control and administration server via a power-switching network takes place. Verfahren nach einem der vorstehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass der Zugang zum Steuerungs- und Administrations-Server über ein Sprach-Festnetz erfolgt.Method according to one of the preceding claims, characterized characterized in that the access to the control and administration server via a Voice-fixed network takes place. Verfahren nach einem der vorstehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass der Zugang zum Steuerungs- und Administrations-Server über ein CATV-Netz erfolgt.Method according to one of the preceding claims, characterized characterized in that the access to the control and administration server via a CATV network takes place. Verfahren nach einem der vorstehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass der Zugang zum Steuerungs- und Administrations-Server über ein paketorientiertes Netz erfolgt.Method according to one of the preceding claims, characterized characterized in that the access to the control and administration server via a packet-oriented network takes place. Verfahren nach einem der vorstehenden Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die weltweite Internetzugangsmöglichkeit zum Steuerungs- und Administrations-Server über ein Internet-Gateway ausgeführt wird.Method according to one of the preceding claims, characterized characterized in that the worldwide Internet access option to the control and administration server via an Internet gateway.
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