Introduction The complexities originating from the non-standard nature of software stacks that run on most cable set-top boxes considerably impac ts new feature rollout and makes it difficult for an MSO to have a uniform branding strategy and theme across their population of set-tops. New feature rollouts fall victim to the delays and problems associated with the regression of these features on existing and planned devices, which often do not share a standard set of software components. Given the proliferation of new user-friendly applications in consumer's living rooms, it is imperative that Comcast and other MSOs settle on a common platform that will enable the rapid development and deployment of these state-of-the-art applications to in-home devices. The Reference Design Kit (RDK) is a complete, fully integrated software bundle, specified by Comcast to run on QAM, IP-Only and Hybrid (QAM+IP) devices. RDK components are available for use on devices used by any operator. It is modular, so MSOs can separately deploy parts of the larger set. However, it is specified and tested by the System on a Chip (SoC) vendor as one bundle.

Comcast brings together the best. Video products operating on Comcast's proprietary RDK-Video software stack and the. Engineer 3, Software Dev & Engineering. Torrent Antares Mic Mod Efx Classic Microphone more. The RDK software for video (RDK-V) and broadband. RDK community member companies can collaborate and contribute software enhancements to the RDK stack.