DVB-The Foundation of Digital Television

DTVKit’s DVB solution is the cornerstone of our software suite, delivering robust and proven support for satellite, terrestrial, and cable digital TV systems. The stack is fully aligned with DVB broadcast standards providing a stable, interoperable foundation that integrates seamlessly across diverse hardware platforms and middleware environments. Engineered for performance, portability, and long-term maintainability, our DVB stack enables manufacturers and operators to build reliable, standards-compliant products with confidence.

DVB Features

  • Multi standard: DVB-T/T2/S/S2/C.
  • Country configurable SI parser: 7-day EPG and Now/Next events.
  • Recording: Integrated or USB based DVR and time shift.
  • Updates: Over The Air updates (DVB-SSU).
  • IPTV: UDP based with FEC.
  • Native IP: see link to DVB-NIP page.
  • Text/Subs: EBU Teletext, EBU/DVB subtitles, Closed Captions.
  • Satellite: DiSEqc and unicable.
  • Content Protection: Integrates with Conditional Access and Common Interface Plus.

DVB Benefits

  • Compliance: designed to meet industry standards.
  • Written in ANSI C: for a compact, efficient, and portable implementation.
  • Flexible plugin architecture: adapts to operator specific features and regional requirements.
  • Market Proven: software that’s twenty years mature and deployed in millions of devices worldwide.
  • Compatible with all modern TV platforms: Android, RDK, Linux, RTOS.

Architecture

Our DVB support is encapsulated within the standalone DVBCore component, which serves as the foundation for additional modules such as HbbTV, MHEG-5, and DSMCC. DVBCore also facilitates integration with Conditional Access systems, Cl+, comprehensive database modules for NVM and RAM, OTA updates, and a media framework.

Testimonials

Hear from our Valued Members

“As a founding member, we saw the value in creating a sustainable, shared resource for DVB software. DTVKit gave us access to a robust, standards-based stack—one we could help shape and contribute to. It aligned perfectly with our mission to deliver high-quality Smart TV software without being tied to expensive, proprietary frameworks.”
Ocean Blue Software

“We joined DTVKit as we saw a need for a solution that was stable and mature, but where we could also gain a competitive edge. Such solutions are best acquired externally of your organisation, and DTVKit proved to be a great resource.”
EKT

“DTVKit has enabled us to reduce time-to-market, lower development costs, and improve platform scalability. It allows us to input into the future roadmap, based on real-world deployment needs. Our clients benefit from this agility and insight—getting to market faster with more resilient, future-ready solutions.”
Ocean Blue Software

“After spending several days reviewing the DTVKit source code, we were extremely impressed by its overall quality. The code is well organized and clearly structured, with a strong division of functional modules that makes it easy to understand how different areas of the software work together. We also found the implementation of its functions to be excellent, reflecting a high level of care and technical quality throughout.”
Redline

“DTVKit’s DVBCore software played a crucial role in the development of the Saorview Connect box, enabling the addition of PVR functionality to the product. The open-source nature of the platform allowed us to customize and optimize our solution in partnership with the product manufacturer, leading to the successful launch of the PVR feature.”
RTE

“During the design phase of our 5th-generation set-top box, Fetch TV sought a reliable DVB front-end software solution. DTVKit’s DVB Core software was highly recommended to us and played a critical role in the development of our Gen 5 set-top box.”
Fetch

FAQ

What software components are included?
DTVKit gives you access to a powerful, production‑proven suite of broadcast components — DVB, DVB‑NIP, DSM‑CC, HbbTV 2.0.4, CI Plus 1.4 and 2.0, plus ATSC 1.0 and 3.0.

How quickly can I get started once I join?
Once your membership is confirmed and onboarding is complete, you’ll receive immediate access to the full DTVKit source code repository and documentation. Members are usually up and running within a few days.

How is the software licensed?
Membership gives you unlimited, royalty‑free access to the entire codebase. Use it, modify it, ship it – without per‑unit fees or runtime charges. This model keeps costs predictable and empowers you to innovate freely, without commercial restrictions holding you back.

Is the software updated regularly?
Yes. The stack is continuously maintained and improved, with updates driven by:

  • evolving DVB, ATSC, and HbbTV standards
  • security and performance enhancements
  • real product feedback from active members

What platforms does DTVKit support?
DTVKit is designed to be flexible. It already supports Android TV, RDK, and hybrid white‑label platforms, and can be ported to Linux or other embedded systems.

Do I need to be a DVB or ATSC member to use DTVKit?
No. DTVKit is fully independent. We align with DVB and ATSC standards to ensure compliance and interoperability, but you don’t need to join those organisations to use our software. Membership with DTVKit alone gives you everything you need to build compliant broadcast products.