Overview
CI Plus 2.0 is the latest revision of the common interface standard, and provides support for the new USB form factor Conditional Access Modules (CAMS) rather than the previous generation's PCMCIA form factor modules. The 2.0 specification is a profile of the DVB specification approved by the CI Plus LLP. The new specification is an extension to the 1.4 version which focuses on the new USB interface.
Features
OBS’ CI Plus 2.0 Host software stack is built on our market proven CI Plus 1.4 solution, and as such caters for all the mandatory features of the 1.4 specification with the additional option of Enhanced Content Protection (ECP) support for UHD content protection (link to product page).
The stack is fully compatible with both MHEG and HbbTV implementations of the CI Plus browser and offers support for the auxiliary file system, for use in conjunction with CAM resident Hbbtv applications.
Other optional features of the CI Plus specification can be implemented on request.
Interconnects a CAM and Digital Reciever
Security and Encryption
Protection of Premium
UHD Content
CI Plus Browser
CI Plus 2.0 Architecture
OBS’ CI Plus 2.0 Host software stack is built on our market proven CI Plus 1.4 solution, and as such caters for all the mandatory features of the 1.4 specification with the additional option of Enhanced Content Protection (ECP) support for UHD content protection (link to product page).
The stack is fully compatible with both MHEG and HbbTV implementations of the CI Plus browser (link to OBS MHEG page) and offers support for the auxiliary file system, for use in conjunction with CAM resident Hbbtv applications.
Other optional features of the CI Plus specification can be implemented on request.
Backwards Compatibility
The CI Plus 2.0 Host stack implementation maintains the capability to build for legacy PCMCIA based CAMs as a compile time option. This is to enable manufacturers to maintain a common code base within their organisation to address different product variations.
Benefits
CI Plus provides manufacturers and content owners with a flexible and secure means of protecting the delivery of premium content direct to consumers TVs. The introduction of the new CI Plus 2.0 specification propels the standard into the next decade.
The move from PCMCIA to USB enables TV manufacturers to optimise their set designs, potentially reducing costs. Stepping away from the PCMCIA form factor also helps to drive wider uptake of CI Plus in the STB market where previously the form factor and cost of PCMCIA were prohibitive.
OBS has a proven history in CI Plus and is proud to offer manufacturers software solutions meeting the latest market requirements.
Secure
Supports the latests ECP TEE requirements, ensuring that 4K UHD content is kept safe and secure.
Flexible
OBS' CI Plus 2.0 Host stack can be used with any OS from, RTOS, to Linux, or Android, and can be integrated with OBS's Sunrise, or any 3rd party DVB stack.
Support
OBS is available to support you with CI Plus 2.0 from first integration through to certification of your product.
Availability
OBS' CI Plus 2.0 Host stack is available to lead customers now, with wider availability scheduled for January 2020. For further information please contact info@oceanbluesoftware.co.uk.
