TRIALS 5G FOR DISTRIBUTION
TV to handheld devices using LTE-based 5G Broadcast
Participants:
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RAI (Public Service Media Organization - TV Content Provider - Broadcast Network Operator)
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UPV Universitat Politecnica de Valencia (Academic institution)
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Enensys EXPWAY (manufacturer of Broadcast Network Equipment and Test & Monitoring Equipment for digital broadcast)
Services
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Delivery of high-quality video services for tourists, citizens and students enriching their touristic and/or educational experiences
Duration
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FeMBMS Rel-14 (Q4 2020), LTE-based 5G Terrestrial Broadcast Rel-16 (2021)
Location
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Turin (Italy)
Technologies
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FeMBMS (Release 14) / LTE-based 5G Broadcast (Release 16)
Equipment and Infrastructure
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One HPHT transmitter site, EnTV/EPC core by Rohde & Schwarz, hardware/software defined receiver (SDR) by Rohde&Schwarz and iFN
Spectrum / Frequencies
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VHF 11 (216-223 MHz, center frequency 219,5 MHz)
Main goals
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5G Broadcast delivery to massive audiences with HPHT infrastructure
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Study the performance of a 5G broadcast signal in mobility (in car scenario) and urban outdoor
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Improved video user’s experience
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Distribution of audio-visual (A/V) content and services to a potentially unlimited number of users