The use of the HPHT concept will allow broadcasters to distribute video over 5G networks with all the advantages of traditional broadcasting, such as the high-quality levels associated with HDTV transmission, low-latency live content, and the enormous spectrum efficiency and wide coverage. This will enable broadcasters to bring their assets for efficient, high-quality video distribution into the future 5G ecosystem. Content providers will also benefit from 5G broadcasting because it offers their customers improved quality of service and a better overall experience.
With a cell radius of over 60 km in each transmission area, Broadcast 5G offers better and wider coverage for transmitting media content, even in rural areas. This reduces the necessary infrastructure investments, as large areas can be covered with just a few transmitters.
In recent years, media consumption has shifted towards smartphones and other mobile devices. Reaching billions of smartphones will be the future of online streaming with ATSC and 3GPP. As part of the Bavarian research project "5G TODAY," Rohde & Schwarz is investigating large-scale TV broadcasts in a 5G HPHT (High Power High Tower) transmission field trial near Munich.
