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The Scientific-Atlanta System Manager incorporates the best in controller 
capabilities while setting standards in user friendliness. 
The System Manager user interface generates attractive easy-to-use screens 
that provide detailed information for functions such as pay-per-view (PPV) 
transactions and home terminal status. 
 

•  Graphical user interface (GUI) using X Windows System software  

•  SCO UNIX-based to support future home communications applications 

•  Informix relational database provides flexible support for both text and 

numeric data 

 

•  Real-time, high performance platform for increased throughput of billing 

system and (PPV) transactions 

•  Designed for 24/7 (system remains on-line even during backup, PPV 

scheduling, etc.) 

•  Detailed historical tracking of transactions, PPV orders, system errors, and 

billing for accurate records and assistance in troubleshooting 

•  Advanced PPV support for impulse pay-per-view (IPPV) and conventional 

PPV 

•  Automated channel sharing and scrambler control for time slots between 

PPV event promotions and previews 

•  Remote equipment configuration for setup of the Headend Controller and 

scramblers from the System Manager (reduces special trips to the headend 
to change system parameters or for troubleshooting) 

•  Supports multiple headends, both direct connect and dial-up 

•  Supports multiple billing computer inputs for added flexibility and increased 

performance 

 
The Home Communications Network 
The early generation addressable systems supported the requirements of 
premium service upgrades and one or two PPV channels. Today, Scientific-Atlanta’s home communications 
terminals offer features including addressable subscriber messaging, numerous PPV channels, and integrated 
on-screen program guides. Communication is not only to the home, but from the home, which enables a variety of 
interactive and information services. These services include virtual channels with graphics, and Internet access. 
 
To manage this Home Communications Network requires completely new capabilities and flexibility on the part of 
the system controller. The controller must offer high performance, ease-of-use, high reliability, and the ability to 
support future developments, while remaining cost-effective. Scientific-Atlanta provides the answer with the 
System Manager. 
 
Simple Operation 
As the Home Communications Network becomes more powerful and sophisticated, ease-of-use is more essential 
than ever. Scientific-Atlanta has responded to this need by providing an easy-to-understand GUI and pointing-
device support capabilities with the System Manager.