Implementation of DAS in progress
PANAJI: The implementation of Digital Addressable Cable TV Systems (DAS) is in progress in the country in 4 phases. In Phase-III, the sunset dates for analog TV transmission in urban areas is December 31. For implementation of DAS, the authority has notified a comprehensive regulatory framework encompassing interconnection, quality of service, consumer complaint redressal regulation and traffic orders.
The MSOs, who have been granted registration for providing cable TV services through DAS, are required to enter into interconnection agreements with pay TV broadcasters for re-transmission of pay TV channels to the subscribers. The regulatory framework for DAS provides that every broadcaster shall provide the signals of TV channels to a Multi System Operator (MSO).
As the cutoff date for Phase-III areas is fast approaching, the registered MSOs are advised to make a written request to the broadcasters of pay channels for provision of the signals of TV channels.
