FAST TV
Linear Channels, Streaming Economics
FAST (Free Ad-Supported Television) combines the scheduled experience of linear TV with the delivery economics of OTT. Vucos provides a full FAST platform — cloud playout, automated scheduling, server-side ad insertion, and EPG management — to launch and scale FAST channels across global markets.
Key Takeaways
- Cloud-based linear playout and channel scheduling
- Server-Side Ad Insertion (SSAI) with VAST/VMAP support
- EPG generation and distribution to smart TV platforms
- Dynamic ad pod management and frequency capping
- Multi-channel operations from a single control plane
- Integration with major FAST aggregators (Samsung TV Plus, LG Channels, Roku, Pluto)
Veelgestelde vragen
What is FAST TV?
FAST stands for Free Ad-Supported Television. Viewers watch scheduled linear channels for free, and operators monetize through dynamic ad insertion. Major FAST platforms include Samsung TV Plus, LG Channels, Pluto TV, and Tubi.
How do you handle ad insertion?
Vucos supports Server-Side Ad Insertion (SSAI) with any VAST/VMAP compatible ad server — Google Ad Manager, FreeWheel, SpringServe, and regional providers.
Can we distribute our FAST channels to smart TV platforms?
Yes. The platform generates standards-compliant channel feeds and EPGs for distribution to Samsung TV Plus, LG Channels, Roku, Vizio WatchFree, and other FAST aggregators.
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