Definition
An Original_Network_ID (ONID) is defined as the “unique identifier of a network”. Its main use is in the unique identification of a service through the path Original_Network_ID, Transport_Stream_ID. Originally linked to Network_IDs, ONIDs should mainly be used for network operators, broadcasters and content producers.
Key fields
- “Original Network Name” – name of the network, e.g. “ACME TV”
- “Original Network Operator” – name of company that operates the network, e.g. “ACME Broadcasting Corporation.”
Allocation template
| 0x0000 | Reserved |
| 0x0001 to 0xFEBF | Available for registration |
| 0xFF00 to 0xFFFF | Private_temporary_use (i.e. not subject to DVB Project registration) |
Defined in:
While the fee structure for the allocation of DVB Identifiers includes a per-identifier element, in the case of Original Network IDs, a special package is offered for digital terrestrial television (DTT) platforms whereby an Original Network ID is allocated along with 256 Network IDs and a Private Data Specifier ID.