IPTV For Hotels

IPTV stands for “internet protocol television”; as the name implies, this is a type of digital television system that’s delivered over a network infrastructure using internet protocol. This typically includes transmission via a broadband connection. IPTV, in a residential setting, is often provided alongside video-on-demand services and may be offered in a bundle with internet services, including access to the web and VoIP (voice over internet protocol; the technology is also referred to as broadband telephone services). In a commercial setting, a bundle of IPTV, VoIP, and internet access is referred to as a triple play; when mobile voice service is added, this is called quadruple play. No matter the specifics offered, IPTV content is received by the viewer through the same technologies used in computer networks rather than through traditional formatting or cabling.

When looking at how content is distributed, IPTV uses components that you’d find in computer systems: ethernet switches, routers, and CAT6 cables. Traditional systems would use coaxial cabling and amplifiers along with signal splitters, taps, and combiners. In other words, rather than traditional content delivery through satellites or cable systems, this content is delivered through broadband infrastructure. This system provides numerous benefits for guests, such as customized content, for example, including on-demand content).

First, you won’t require satellite dishes or cable systems to broadcast your content. It will happen through your broadband infrastructure and comes with scalability capabilities to dovetail with increasing guest usage. Guests will appreciate their ability to watch content from around the world when they want to watch desired programs, movies, and more plus when they can use the two-way communication capabilities inherent in the hotel IPTV solution. This system is efficient and can be quite cost-effective—especially when an IP distribution infrastructure is installed or when CAT6 or COAX can be installed—allowing you to reach ROI more rapidly. Because the system runs through a managed ethernet network, maintenance is more straightforward.

Absolutely! IPTV systems for hotels are customizable in a wide range of ways, including to promote your hotel brand, amenities, and services. This is, in fact, one of the key benefits of this content delivery system.

IPTV systems for hotels are designed to dovetail with other management systems and room control systems, yes. Our expert team will happily verify that your systems will mesh with the hotel IPTV solutions of your choice.

One key way is how guests can choose from a wide range of on-demand content from around the world, watching programs, movies, and more when they choose to view them. Because people are much more accustomed nowadays to streaming content of choice on their devices whenever they want, IPTV for hotel usage will feel familiar to them and satisfy their viewing needs. Plus, they can use the IPTV technology for two-way communication with the hotel staff. Again, because people are so used to being able to seamlessly and rapidly communicate with others through their devices, this will fulfill their expectations of being able to do so during their hotel stay with the staff: for room services, concierge services, restaurant RSVPs, spa appointment making, and more.

First, IPTV systems make it easy to search to find content of choice, and it includes television programs, including sports games; movies; documentaries; and more. Because it’s broadband internet-based, guests can view programming from around the globe to match their interests. Think back to when guests could only watch programming local to your area when staying in your facilities, and this is a vast improvement in choices to satisfy your guests and their broad range of viewing preferences.

Yes! A content management system will allow you to seamlessly manage the content with updates seamlessly integrated to reduce downtime. IPTV systems for hotels allow you to conveniently provide a personalized experience to guests at the touch of buttons—allowing guests to view programming of choice right at their fingertips. Plus, this system is easier on the maintenance front since it’s part of a managed ethernet network—and, when you choose MDM for your IPTV systems for hotels, you can benefit from our professional installation services, technical support, and much more.