CAST-TV Knowledge Base & FAQ

Yes. Supporting approximately 150–160 concurrent linear channels is within the scope of the CAST-TV architecture, subject to final infrastructure sizing.

Under the referenced quotation, the first 50 HD ABR channels are included. An additional 100 HD ABR channels incur recurring OPEX. For a 160-channel deployment, pricing for all 110 additional channels must be confirmed.

During onboarding, CAST-TV configures the platform and CDN and tests the environment using your M3U/M3U8 feeds.

You provide stable source feeds, credentials where applicable, channel information, and EPG metadata. Final resource requirements depend on bitrate, resolution, source format, redundancy, and transcoding requirements.

CAST-TV supports live and VOD encoding/transcoding and adaptive bitrate delivery using formats such as HLS and MPEG-DASH.

If your origin already provides the required ABR profiles, the CDN can ingest and distribute them without unnecessary transcoding.

If additional profiles are required, CAST-TV will define and configure an appropriate transcoding workflow during technical onboarding, subject to the agreed architecture and commercial scope.

Send your test M3U/M3U8 streams for evaluation before redesigning your origin infrastructure.

CAST-TV supports applications for:

• Web browsers
• iOS smartphones and tablets
• Android smartphones and tablets
• Android TV and Google TV devices
• Samsung Smart TVs
• LG Smart TVs

Applications included in the final quotation are configured with your branding, service identity, and backend environment.

App-store submissions and publication requirements are coordinated during onboarding. Store approval remains subject to each store's policies.

The MAG555 is a Google TV device suitable for deployment of a compatible Android/Google TV application.

For B2B projects, provisioning may include device identification, account association, activation, deactivation, package assignment, authentication, and API or bulk provisioning.

The final workflow is defined during technical discovery based on your business model and deployment requirements.

Yes. CAST-TV supports electronic program guides for linear television.

XMLTV sources can be ingested, mapped to corresponding channel IDs, and synchronized automatically after configuration and validation.

Provide a sample XMLTV file or URL together with your M3U/M3U8 channel feeds during onboarding.

The Pay As You Grow model allows operators to begin with contracted subscriber and capacity tiers and expand as their service grows.

Under the described HD quotation, data traffic is not separately billed by GB/TB within the agreed subscriber/capacity tier and usage conditions.

Additional capacity, higher concurrency, and 4K streaming may require separately priced infrastructure.

Subscriber tiers, bitrate assumptions, concurrency limits, and any applicable additional charges must be documented in the final agreement.

Depending on the contracted package, recurring OPEX includes:

• CMS/backend platform usage and hosting
• Platform maintenance, updates, and fixes
• Maintenance of contracted applications
• Backend connectivity and agreed integrations
• Platform and CDN technical support
• CDN operation within contracted capacity

Potential exclusions include payment transaction fees, developer accounts, external DRM licenses, third-party EPG services, channel/VOD content rights, additional infrastructure, and 4K processing.

The signed quotation and service agreement determine the final inclusions and exclusions.

CAST-TV begins software platform and CDN configuration while the customer supplies channel feeds, VOD assets, EPG data, branding, and other service information.

Both teams validate ingest, stream quality, ABR requirements, EPG synchronization, CDN delivery, and application playback.

The target for initial environment configuration is approximately one month, followed by testing, acceptance, and resolution of integration issues before commercial launch.

This is a planning target rather than an unconditional delivery guarantee.

• Test M3U or M3U8 live-channel URLs
• XMLTV/EPG sample feeds
• Stream bitrates, formats, and resolutions
• Source authentication credentials where applicable
• Channel names and identifiers
• Expected subscriber concurrency and peak traffic
• Device and application requirements
• Branding and subscription package information

CAST-TV can assist with system configuration, integration, application customization, testing, and operational onboarding. Training and the precise scope of assistance are defined in the project agreement.

CAST-TV is an IPTV/OTT technology provider offering white-label platforms for live television, video on demand, catch-up TV, and multi-device streaming services.

CAST-TV states that it has been active in IPTV and broadcasting technologies since 2004.

CAST-TV is based in Beit Yitzhak, Israel, and serves customers in multiple international markets.

Both deployment models are supported. CAST-TV can provide cloud-based, on-premises, or hybrid architecture depending on the operator's technical and commercial requirements.

• Content Management System (CMS)
• IPTV/OTT middleware
• Subscriber CRM and billing integration
• Origin and edge CDN infrastructure
• Live/VOD encoding and transcoding
• Analytics and reporting
• White-label applications
• Authentication and content protection
• Administration and monitoring dashboards

Specific components depend on the purchased package.

Yes. CAST-TV supports both managed IPTV environments and internet-delivered OTT services, including hybrid deployments.

Supported technologies include HLS, MPEG-DASH, RTMP in applicable workflows, and adaptive bitrate streaming. Compatibility depends on the selected ingest, processing, and playback configuration.

Yes. Available analytics include viewer activity, device usage, channel performance, platform statistics, and operational reporting, depending on the configured modules.

Yes. CAST-TV supports billing integration and subscriber management. External payment and CRM integrations are evaluated according to the available APIs and project requirements.

Yes. Role-based administration can separate permissions for administrators, content managers, editors, and other operational users.

Yes. API-based integrations can support subscriber management, billing, provisioning, and external business systems. Available endpoints and integration scope should be confirmed during technical discovery.

The CMS supports content ingestion, VOD management, metadata, publishing, channel management, scheduling, and applicable encoding workflows.

Licensed live television channels, catch-up TV, subscription VOD, free VOD, sports, news, movies, children's programming, and other authorized media.

Operators must hold the appropriate content rights for the relevant territory, platforms, and distribution model.

Yes. Depending on the deployment, content protection can include Widevine, PlayReady, FairPlay, encryption, token authentication, geo-blocking, and device authorization.

CAST-TV supports Android and iOS mobile devices, web browsers, Android TV/Google TV devices, Samsung and LG Smart TVs, and other supported connected-TV environments.

Yes. White-label applications can use the operator's logo, brand identity, service name, and customized interface elements according to the agreed scope.

Yes. Android TV boxes can be supplied with compatible pre-installed applications and, depending on the hardware package, remote controls, HDMI accessories, OEM packaging, and casting functionality.

Yes. CAST-TV provides origin and edge CDN infrastructure for IPTV/OTT streaming, including cloud and local ISP/Internet Exchange deployment options.

CAST-TV can design deployments using cloud facilities, customer premises, ISP networks, and local Internet Exchanges. The referenced company materials also identify infrastructure and teleport services in the USA, Europe, and Israel; specific facilities and availability must be confirmed for each project.

CAST-TV's stated service portfolio includes satellite uplink/downlink arrangements using C-Band, Ku-Band, and Ka-Band for HD/SD broadcasting, with streaming integration where applicable. Availability and commercial scope require confirmation.

Network protection measures may include DDoS mitigation, firewall controls, authentication, and monitoring. The specific protection coverage depends on the contracted hosting and CDN architecture.

Infrastructure monitoring, redundancy, backup procedures, and failover mechanisms can be incorporated into the architecture. Monitoring coverage, availability commitments, and support hours are defined by the service agreement.

Internet Service Providers, cable operators, telecom companies, broadcasters, content owners, authorized aggregators, and businesses launching professional television services.

CAST-TV offers a flexible Pay As You Grow commercial approach. Platform, channel, subscriber, and infrastructure capacity can be expanded according to the agreed commercial tiers.

CAST-TV can assist with IPTV/OTT architecture, network planning, content integration, deployment strategy, and operational requirements. Consulting deliverables are agreed separately where applicable.

Technical assistance can be provided through agreed email, ticketing, and maintenance arrangements. Optional extended or 24/7 support may be available depending on the contract.

Yes. Contact CAST-TV to arrange a platform demonstration and discuss your technical requirements.

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