Definition of Key Terms

Table: Observer/RPM Alerting Key Terms

Term	Definition
Encoder/stream	Observer hardware module that receives and processes Media signals from one to four set-top boxes. Depending on the context, the encoder is sometimes referred to as an Encoder-stream
Media Fault	When the incoming media: video, audio and metadata crosses defined level and duration threshold limits for normal operating conditions
Channel/Service	Network’s media service content as perceived by the end user. Typically a cable or broadcast channel or a specialty service.
Alert	A notification of a media fault generated when an encoder detects a fault. In addition to storing a video clip, if enabled the system issues email notification and a SNMP trap of the event
Trap	A message sent to an external system after detecting an alert and enabled with the channel notification control, usually referring to a SNMP alert