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Automated generation of conditional access packets for IRD upgrades via radio frequency software download in satellite television systems

  • US 20020152467A1
  • Filed: 09/07/2001
  • Published: 10/17/2002
  • Est. Priority Date: 02/12/2001
  • Status: Abandoned Application
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1. A method for automatically generating a software download command for upgrading IRDs in a satellite-based communication network comprising the steps of:

  • obtaining IRD upgrade code and IRD information private to an IRD'"'"'s manufacturer;

    generating a file containing the private IRD manufacturer information and formatted IRD upgrade code;

    transmitting the formatted IRD upgrade code to a broadcast center;

    entering IRD upgrade parameters;

    selecting a target IRD or target geographical location containing IRDs which are to receive the upgrade code;

    generating a software download command using a single software platform, said software download command including formatted target IRD information;

    creating a batch file including said software download command and said formatted IRD upgrade code; and

    broadcasting contents of said batch file in a traditional satellite uplink broadcast.

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