Single Master Antenna Television (SMATV)

SMATV is a type of headend that can be used for multi-dwelling units (MDU’s), hotels, campuses, hospitals and commercial properties with multiple tenants. It is often found in temporary lodging facilities. A SMATV headend is used to receive and rebroadcast Satellite TV channels throughout a property from a single satellite feed. There are several methods of distribution that is often used in a SMATV headend including: IPTV (Internet Protocol) TV Systems; Com1000 Pro:Idiom Encrypted HD Headend and L-Band Satellite TV Distribution.