Yahoo! Connected TV Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) - Yahoo! Connected TV Frequently Asked Questions Here is a list of the most commonly asked questions with their answers. Additional answers, troubleshooting, and testing support for TV Apps are provided through the Connected TV forums at this URL: TV Business FAQ Does the platform support Digital Rights Management (DRM)? Development FAQ Distribution FAQ Business FAQ Q: Does the platform support DRM? The DRM services supported by Connected TV devices vary by manufacturer. To discuss content protection concerns and acceptable security level options, content providers can contact the Yahoo Connected TV partner integration team at the following email address: yctvsupport@yahoo-inc.com Development FAQ Device Communication Q: What network connection modes are supported? The following network connection modes are supported: Connect in Bridged Mode — Make sure that the VM has connectivity by browsing to a web page. Q: How do you handle failure to bind? Networking 1. 2. 3. Optional.
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Connected TV - Device Communication Yahoo Connected TV’s device communication model enables new and exciting TV-viewing experiences driven by the sophisticated controls available on today’s tablets, laptops, and mobile phones. A new generation of TV App capabilities is now available to consumers, including gesture-based, multi-display, and multi-user features for intensive gaming, multimedia, and social applications. This device communication platform supports two-way message-passing between Internet-enabled devices and connected TVs running the Yahoo Connected TV Platform. New Capabilities Mobile Phones as Smart Remote Controls Use an Android phone or an iPhone as a smart remote control for Yahoo Connected TV, taking advantage of the phone's superior tap and swipe controls. Tablet Devices for Data Rich Interfaces Use a Yahoo Connected TV companion app on the iPad to connect with the currently playing TV program. TV Displays for Shared Web Viewing
Media Player This section describes the KONtx.mediaplayer interface for TV Apps. Developers creating media apps for a Connected TV device will be able to deliver the best possible media experience for widescreen televisions and support a design that is independent of a particular brand or manufacturer. In KONtx Framework version 1.3 and above, the KONtx.mediaplayer interface replaces the KONtx.videoplayer interface, which has been deprecated (see the section on Migrating to KONtx.mediaplayer). The KONtx.mediaplayer interface improves the KONtx Framework Media Player API based on lessons learned from a number of Yahoo and third-party implementations of video content apps. The following sections provided guided examples of how to use the KONtx Media Player API. The first step in this basic example is to initialize the media player. Next, this example creates an instance of the playlist class. Following the setup of the playlist, the playlist starts playing. Fast Expiring Content Example
Connected TV KONtx API Reference This document contains confidential, proprietary information of Yahoo! Inc. Unauthorized copying, reproduction or disclosure of any portion of the contents of these materials by any means—including printed or duplicated materials, on-screen publication or Web documentation—is expressly forbidden. Yahoo may make changes to specifications and product descriptions at any time, without notice. Designers must not rely on the absence or characteristics of any features or instructions marked “reserved” or “undefined.” Yahoo and the Yahoo logo are trademarks of Yahoo! Third party trademarks and images shown are the property of their respective owners. Use of this document is subject to the Yahoo Connected TV Developer Terms of Use license.
Connected TV Quick Start This document contains confidential, proprietary information of Yahoo! Inc. Unauthorized copying, reproduction or disclosure of any portion of the contents of these materials by any means—including printed or duplicated materials, on-screen publication or Web documentation—is expressly forbidden. Yahoo may make changes to specifications and product descriptions at any time, without notice. Designers must not rely on the absence or characteristics of any features or instructions marked “reserved” or “undefined.” Yahoo and the Yahoo logo are trademarks of Yahoo! Third party trademarks and images shown are the property of their respective owners. Use of this document is subject to the Yahoo Connected TV Developer Terms of Use license. Connected TV The Yahoo Connected TV Platform® allows developers to write TV Apps using JavaScript and XML. These applications run on connected TV devices and take advantage of Internet services to deliver dynamic content to a video or television-viewing audience. If you'd like to stake your claim on the leading edge of a new technology, you can get started today developing TV Apps. How Do I Get Started? Yahoo Connected TV Store Sell your TV Apps directly to consumers using the Yahoo Connected TV Store available in over 135 countries. Media Support Create apps that take advantage of big-screen HD TVs to view video, photo slideshows, or listen to music. Check out the Yahoo Connected TV Media Player API documentation. Device Communication Turn your phone or tablet into a remote control for your TV App interface. More Info... Supported Devices Business Opportunities TV Apps provide the ability to monetize these services with the same powerful business models found on the web. More Info...
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