# Receive and Bufferize Video Packets

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As the video data packets arrive, they are buffered for a few seconds and then decoded for the playback to begin. Bufferizing the video packets reduces the risk of playback interruption due to network congestion.

## Incoming Functional Exchanges

Exchange | Source | Description | Allocated Exchange Items
--- | --- | --- | ---
Packetized Video Packets | Split Audio Video Streams |  | Video Packets
Pause-Stop Notification | Prepare Broadcasts |  |

## Outgoing Functional Exchanges

Exchange | Target | Description | Allocated Exchange Items
--- | --- | --- | ---
Video Packets | Decode Video Packets |  | Video Packets

## Diagrams displaying "Receive and Bufferize Video Packets"

- [PAB] [BUILD] All PCs, PFs, FEs
- [PAB] [BUILD] Template
- [PFBD] All Physical Functions
- [PAB] Focus on SVDU Audio Video Playing
- [PDFB] [CTX] Play Video Stream on Seat TV
- [PAB] [CTX] Start Playing VOD Movie FC