Channel identifier
A channel identifier is a stable value used to refer to a channel across related records.
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EPG streaming reference
Definitions, mechanisms, examples and practical guidance for epg concepts used in streaming and player setup.
A focused reference
EPG concepts.
XMLTV
XMLTV is an XML format for television channel and programme listing information.
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An electronic programme guide, or EPG, presents schedule information in a navigable form alongside television channels.
Explore →EPG mapping
EPG mapping connects a playable channel entry to the guide identity whose programme records should be displayed with it.
Explore →EPG timezone
EPG timezone handling determines how schedule timestamps are interpreted and displayed in the viewer’s local time.
Explore →Daylight saving time
Daylight saving time is a seasonal change to civil clock rules used in some regions.
Explore →Guide refresh interval
The guide refresh interval controls how often a player attempts to retrieve updated programme listing data.
Explore →Programme duration
Programme duration is the length assigned to a television listing or media item.
Explore →Programme metadata
Programme metadata is the descriptive information attached to a guide entry: its title, summary, category, language, episode details and sometimes an image or classification.
Explore →Season and episode numbering
Season and episode numbering is a convention used to identify parts of a series.
Explore →UTC
UTC, or Coordinated Universal Time, is the reference timescale commonly used to express the same instant consistently across regions.
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