SAN JOSE, Calif., June 11, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Harmonic
(NASDAQ: HLIT) today announced that Shenzhen Topway Video
Communication, one of China's
leading cable operators, has deployed a Harmonic live Ultra HD
(UHD) video processing solution to power its new UHD broadcast and
OTT services. Featuring a software-based, cloud-deployable
application supporting advanced features such as HDR, Harmonic's
UHD solution enables the operator to deliver exceptional video
quality while maximizing bandwidth efficiency.
"Our goal was to be one of the first service providers in
China to deliver UHD public
broadcasts and bring an enhanced, higher-resolution entertainment
experience to viewers," said Wen
Zhiqiang, assistant manager at Shenzhen Topway Video
Communication. "Harmonic has a solid reputation for reliability and
offers a UHD solution that delivers pristine video quality,
advanced HDR processing capabilities and flexible deployment
options, which made this deployment a breeze."
At the heart of the UHD solution deployed by Shenzhen Topway
Video Communication is Harmonic's Electra® XOS live
video processor, which brings together artificial
intelligence-based innovations, deep tuning for Intel processors
and a strong expertise in video algorithms to allow delivery of
exceptional video quality in applications where bandwidth is
limited. The solution supports UHD statistical multiplexing, HDR
processing, uncompressed and compressed IP inputs, and integrated
packaging to simplify live video workflows for service
providers.
"Our solution for live UHD video processing is one of the first
in the industry to support AVS2 — the new UHD Chinese standard —
ingest, as well as HDR tone expansion, enabling cable operators
like Shenzhen Topway Video Communication to deliver outstanding
quality of experience," said Tony
Berthaud, vice president of sales and video services, APAC,
at Harmonic. "As cable operators look to address the demand for UHD
video, Harmonic's software-centric, cloud-deployable video
processing solutions set the benchmark for flexibility and
innovation."
Harmonic will demonstrate its UHD solutions at
BroadcastAsia2019, June 18-20, in
Singapore at Level 4, Stand 4S2-01
and at Cable Tech Show 2019, June
19-20, in Tokyo at Booth
C-07. Further information about Harmonic and the company's
solutions is available at www.harmonicinc.com.
About Harmonic
Harmonic (NASDAQ: HLIT), the worldwide
leader in video delivery technology and services, enables media
companies and service providers to deliver ultra-high-quality
broadcast and OTT video services to consumers globally. The company
has also revolutionized cable access networking via the industry's
first virtualized cable access solution, enabling cable operators
to more flexibly deploy gigabit internet service to consumers'
homes and mobile devices. Whether simplifying OTT video delivery
via innovative cloud and SaaS technologies, or powering the
delivery of gigabit internet cable services, Harmonic is changing
the way media companies and service providers monetize live and VOD
content on every screen. More information is available at
www.harmonicinc.com.
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