The information above about the V6 not requiring a connection to the actual cable network is incorrect as it still uses DVB-C.
https://my.virginmedia.com/content/dam/virgoBrowse/docs/Virgin-TV-V6-QuickStart-Guide-for-New-Customers.pdf
The V6 uses both DVB-C as well as the ethernet to connect to internet based resources.
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