Internet Protocol Television, or IPTV, is undergoing explosive growth both in the United States and around the world. An alternative to traditional methods of delivering television, IPTV is received by the viewer through technologies used for computer networks [1]. The concept of using existing Internet or DSL connections to deliver digital quality television is revolutionizing the entertainment [2] and communications [3] industries.

Successfully delivering and receiving IPTV requires careful management of network and bandwidth resources. Sarnoff uses its video technology expertise to provide solutions that make IPTV more like a digital TV experience. Using coded frame dependencies, intelligent frame dropping technology and robust tweening-based frame reconstruction [4], we offer high quality of service without wasting valuable bandwidth.

Sarnoff’s congestion management technology is primarily applied to Video-Enhanced Residential DSL systems. However, it can be utilized as an overall system solution by more generic applications for home or business, using either a wired or wireless IP networks.