Advanced Entertainment Platform
DIRECTV Advanced Entertainment Platform — AEP
DIRECTV's Advanced Entertainment Platform (AEP) combines live DIRECTV, streaming apps, guest and resident casting, and on-demand entertainment in one customizable interface — built for hotels, hospitals and senior living communities.
Backed by ASC's 35+ years of commercial entertainment experience
What Is AEP?
DIRECTV's Next-Generation Entertainment Platform
The Advanced Entertainment Platform (AEP) provides DIRECTV linear satellite and broadband over-the-top (OTT) content for an enhanced entertainment experience for guests, patients and residents. This next-generation solution adds an in-room set top box, antimicrobial custom remote and cloud services to the HD COM3000 system.
Designed specifically for the hospitality, healthcare and other commercial institution markets, AEP delivers curated, targeted content through a customizable, user-friendly interface — combining the reliability of commercial DIRECTV with the flexibility guests and residents expect from modern streaming.
How It Works
Live TV, Streaming and Casting — All in One Platform
Live DIRECTV
Sports, breaking news and hit showsLocal and over-the-air content insertionStreaming Apps
On-demand, app-based contentBroadband over-the-top (OTT) deliveryGuest & Resident Casting
Cast from personal devices via STAYCASTNo app download required for guestsBuilt for Hotels & Resorts
Elevate the Guest Room Experience
AEP gives hotels and resorts a way to combine live DIRECTV with the streaming and casting guests expect from home — all through a property-branded interface. Welcome guests by name, promote on-site amenities, and let them stream their own accounts without sacrificing reliable live TV. See how this fits into a full hospitality and resort entertainment strategy.
Built for Hospitals & Senior Living
Patient and Resident Entertainment That's Easy to Use
In hospitals and senior living communities, AEP layers modern streaming on top of dependable commercial DIRECTV — giving patients and residents an on-demand experience with a simple, resident-friendly interface, without losing live news, sports and local programming staff and families rely on. Learn more about our full healthcare and senior living technology solutions.
Customizable Experience
A Home Screen That Looks Like Your Property
Every AEP deployment is built around your brand. The customizable home screen includes your logo, a personalized welcome message, a custom background image and more — so the entertainment experience feels like an extension of your property, not a generic cable box.
Key Platform Features
What's Included With AEP
Digital Signage & Custom Communication
Extend AEP to Your Common Areas
Pair AEP with facility-branded digital signage to share announcements, promote events and improve communication throughout your property — reception area signage, facility directories, digital menu boards and community boards, all broadcast on your own branded channel. See the full range of digital signage and custom channel solutions.
Equipment Incentives
Your Facility May Qualify for Free Equipment
Many properties qualify for equipment incentives when upgrading to AEP. Call us today to see if your facility qualifies for free equipment.
FAQ
Common Questions About the Advanced Entertainment Platform
What is the DIRECTV Advanced Entertainment Platform?
The Advanced Entertainment Platform (AEP) is a DIRECTV-powered entertainment system that combines live satellite TV, streaming apps, guest and resident casting, and on-demand content in one customizable, property-branded interface.
Does AEP include live DIRECTV?
Yes. AEP is built around live DIRECTV linear satellite programming, then layers streaming apps, casting and on-demand content on top — so you keep live news, sports and local channels while adding modern streaming.
Is AEP available for hotels, hospitals and senior living?
Yes. AEP is designed for hospitality, healthcare and other commercial institution markets, including hotels, resorts, hospitals, health systems and senior living communities.
Can guests or residents cast from personal devices?
Yes. Guests and residents can cast directly from their own devices through STAYCAST, with no app download required.
Can properties customize the AEP home screen?
Yes. The AEP home screen can be customized with your property's logo, a personalized welcome message, a custom background image and more.
Can facilities qualify for equipment incentives?
Many properties qualify for equipment incentives when upgrading to AEP. Call 800-983-3333 or schedule a demo to see if your facility qualifies.