Time Shifting

Time shifting enables viewers to access content beyond the live edge. LSS provides both basic and advanced time-shifting functions.

Basic Function

Enables viewers to move backwards along the stream timeline to rewind and access earlier segments within the live buffer duration.

Advanced Functions

Function	Description
Start-over	Allows playback initiation from a specific past timestamp using Unix millisecond format
Catch-up	Enables playback between two defined past timestamps
nDVR	Records programs on user request with single shared file storage
nPVR	Similar recording mechanism but creates individual files per subscriber
LLCU	Provides extended content access beyond live buffer by creating VOD assets. CMS is responsible for retention and deletion