Ministra PRO without investments: how can an operator get new cost-free middleware?

Launching an IPTV/OTT project requires an operator to invest in market research, equipment, content purchase, advertising, user devices and many other investments. However, Infomir offers a cost-effective solution that allows operators to save money on one of the most important service elements by offering no-cost IPTV middleware.

Middleware opportunities

In 2023, Infomir, the manufacturer of MAG boxes, operator solutions and consumer electronics, presented a new cross-platform middleware called Ministra PRO. This cutting-edge middleware provides free IPTV tools for convenient management of all service components.

Content management systems. The functionality of Ministra PRO provides the ability to easily edit channel lists, create tariff plans for different target audiences, and provide users with access to interactive TV features (EPG and TimeShift).

User data. Subscribers’ contacts, as well as information about their payments and home devices is stored in the program.

OTT platform subscription tools. The operator can access the data on the subscription conditions of each user in a convenient interface, providing their tariff plan, connected products, and services.

Statistics. Amongst numerous available statistics, the operator also has access to data on customer preferences, viewing duration of different types of content, and time of day when they use the video service most often. Analysis of this information can help to improve the service, make it more flexible and competitive, and thus increase profit from the project.

Billing and content protection systems. The operator can connect via API additional service elements, such as billing, CAS, DRM and CDN.

Benefits of using free middleware

Support services. Performing middleware integration, Infomir provides operators with:

• documentation related to its operation and features
• an option to test the program with the demo version
• professional expert support after the service launch

The operator will also have access to all Ministra PRO updates and upgrades. The Infomir team constantly monitors the relevance of the software, improves code quality, and enhances middleware functionality.

Customization. Infomir provides operators with customization options to place their own logo and other brand attributes on the user interface. User interface enhancement allows the operator to stand out from competitors and strengthen its brand.

Free licensing. To study the middleware functionality over a reasonable period of time and in detail, Infomir gives the operator the option to test Ministra PRO for a few weeks. If happy to proceed, the parties then discuss the details of the project and sign a contract.

How the operator can get free middleware for MAG boxes

1. Ministra PRO middleware is provided free of charge to operators who use MAG boxes manufactured by Infomir* in their project. Thus, the operator should first of all review their project and include MAG devices in it.

Linux-based models — MAG540 and MAG544 — can be an optimal solution for a starting operator: The devices differ in the housing and the remote control that comes with them, but the main hardware and software features of the models are the same:

• powerful quad-core ARM Cortex-A35 processor
• HRD, 4K, 60 fps and HEVC support
• Dolby Digital Plus™ surround sound support
• two USB 2.0 ports

2. Making a request: the operator contacts Infomir specialists to discuss project details and order the required number of MAG boxes.

3. After review and approval of the request, Infomir provides the operator with a one-month demo version of the software.

4. After the demo period expires, the operator has a final meeting with Infomir specialists, during which the parties discuss the terms and conditions of providing Ministra PRO and conclude a contract.

Free software solutions are an opportunity for operators to reduce initial investments and launch their service faster. Infomir offers IPTV/OTT service providers a favorable solution — modern middleware Ministra PRO, which can be used to conveniently manage content, subscribers, data, tariffs, advertising and other service elements.

Free IPTV middleware integration is provided to operators automatically if they purchase Infomir’s MAG boxes. The features of free middleware allow the operator to conveniently manage content, tariffs, user data and all IPTV components.

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*Additional fees are only charged to operators who wish to provide users with access to content on other devices — cell phones and tablets running Android or Apple iOS, Samsung (Tizen) and LG (WebOS) smart TVs.

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