FAQ - Implementers

 

   
Which keys/certificates will be needed for development/production and from where will we get them?
What are the robustness rules requirements ?
What are the main features of CI Plus?
What is the benefit from an implementers’ point of view?
Will CI Plus receivers be compatible with the original CI modules?
Where can I get the details about implementation?
Will there be an interoperability and test lab ?
   

 
   
Which keys/certificates will be needed for development/production and from where will we get them? Back on top
 

 

 
  • There is an X509 based certificate authentication process as part of the system. The contact details of the Trust and Certificate Authority to deliver these certificates can be seen under “Contacts” section of this website.
   
What are the robustness rules requirements? Back on top
   
 
  • They are included as Exhibits in the Device Interim License Agreement.
   
What are the main features of CI Plus? Back on top
   
 
  • CI Plus essentially adds link encryption to the descrambled pay TV content in its path back to the host, and an enhanced user interface to the existing DVB-CI specification.
  • The main modification points for existing receivers are:
    • Addition of an AES descrambler block .
    • Addition of a CI Plus browser for enhanced UI.
   
   
What is the benefit from an implementers’ point of view? Back on top
   
 
  • The system enables at least the same level of content security as existing embedded solutions, while providing an enhanced UI to enable customised display of service availability.
  • It provides the tools for the CE manufacturers to create attractive and differentiated products for the horizontal market, while still enabling operator customisation of the content offering.
   
Will CI Plus receivers be compatible with the original CI modules? Back on top
   
 
  • The specification is designed to be fully backward compatible. All existing CI modules in the market should work with CI Plus products.
   
Where can I get the details about implementation? Back on top
   
 
  • The CI Plus specification is available via this website.
  • The CI Plus Device Interim License Agreement including the requirements of Compliance and Robustness are also available on this website.
   
Will there be an interoperability and test lab ? Back on top
   
 
  • There will be a Testing facility available soon. Details will be notified via this website.
 
   
   
 

 

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