Rostelecom is one of the largest providers of telecommunications services in the Russian Federation. Recently, a new service - multi-room - has become available to its many subscribers. Rostelecom is positioning it as a unique opportunity to get rid of wires, but is it? Initially, you need to find out: for whom this service is available, how to use it and how much you will have to pay for it. In a word, the multiroom "Rostelecom" - what is it and what does it eat with?
Multiroom: concept and advantages
Multiroom is a service that allows you to configure the viewing of television simultaneously on two, three or more screens. Its uniqueness lies in the fact that you do not need to use wires, conductors or other components to connect several devices. Before you understand the question: the multi-room "Rostelecom" - what kind of mechanism, and how it works, consider its advantages. These include:
- It allows multi-broadcasting on multiple screens, both digital and analogue channels.
- It has the ability to wirelessly connect multiple devices.
- It uses technology to prevent image quality degradation during remote broadcasting.
- To connect multiple screens, you do not need to call a specialist to set up the broadcast.
In order to connect a multiroom to 2 TVs, Rostelecom offers to purchase special equipment for wireless connection of several devices. It is called a video sender, by the way, it can broadcast simultaneously to five receivers, but no more.
Video sender - what is it?
A video sender is a device that usually consists of a set of receiver and transmitter. It allows you to transmit video at various distances, depending on the technical characteristics of the device.
The principle of the video sender is indecently simple. The transmitter connects to a signal source and transmits it to a receiver connected to a TV, computer or other device. The signal source can be a satellite receiver, video player, computer, etc. Rostelecom provides multi-room services using a wireless video sender. Wireless connection is achieved through broadcasting, which allows you to transmit a signal even through thick walls. The frequency of sets used is in the range from 1 to 7 GHz, the most popular frequencies are 2.4 and 5 GHz.
Wireless video senders can transmit digital and analog signals. To transfer digital data, standard HDMI and DVI connectors are used, for analog - RCA or more advanced YPbPr, D-SUB (VGA), S-Video. It is worth noting that with the advent of digital video, analog television has lost its relevance.
Where can I get a video sender?
When rendering the multiroom service, Rostelecom (which it’s already found out is a useful thing) uses the Motorola VAP 2400 wireless video sender. This model supports five types of encryption to protect the channel. In addition to the video sender itself, you will need to purchase or rent additional consoles. The Rostelecom company makes it possible to buy all the equipment you need in installments.
Wiring diagram
After you have purchased the equipment, you will need to connect it. The sequence of actions when connecting the multiroom "Rostelecom" service:
- The fact that this service is only for those who use interactive television, you should have been warned in the service center. Nevertheless, before connecting the video sender, check the IPTV connection from Rostelecom on the receiver.
- Unplug the receiver.
- Place the video sender at a distance of at least 3 meters from the receiver and connect it.
- Connect the video sender to the network. He must tune himself, your task is to follow the indicators. If the lights are green, then the device is connected correctly and is ready for use.
Activation of the multiroom service
As a rule, the company independently configures the equipment for the Rostelecom multi-room service. You do not need to dig into the device menu with your own hands. But if you decide to save on the purchase of a video sender and purchased it from hand, then you still have to work hard. To connect the multiroom at home you will need:
- Buy an additional set-top box.
- Find out the username and password in the Rostelecom service department.
- Set up a port for Rostelecom television.
- Connect the console to the configured port.
- Make sure the service is connected.
Conclusion
Returning to the original question ““ Multiroom Rostelecom - what is it? ”, We can say with confidence that this service is really unique. A person uses dozens of devices in his daily activities, which at the same time facilitates and complicates life. The web of wires is becoming more and more, and the free space is becoming less. Thanks to the new product in the provision of telecommunication services from Rostelecom, you can easily breathe, and without regret, take out all the unnecessary cords to the dump.