SAN JOSE, Calif., July 12, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Harmonic
(NASDAQ: HLIT), the worldwide leader in video delivery technology
services, today announced that Globosat, Latin America's largest content and program
creator, has selected Harmonic's Ultra HD (UHD) contribution
solution for broadcast of the world's largest football tournament,
being held in Russia.
"Harmonic video delivery solutions have been a cornerstone of
our infrastructure for years, providing high reliability and
excellent video quality," said Roberto
Primo, CTO at Globosat. "For the broadcast of this premiere
sports event, watched by billions of television viewers around the
world, we needed a solution that provides the lowest latency and
best video quality. With the Harmonic contribution platform on the
ground in Russia, we will be able
to dazzle viewers with the best video quality that UHD has to
offer."
By delivering one of the most-watched sports events to viewers
in UHD, pay-TV operators can boost viewer satisfaction and take
advantage of new revenue opportunities. Harmonic's
ViBE® CP9000 contribution platform preserves video
quality at the front of the broadcast chain, processing
uncompressed UHD signals with maximum bandwidth efficiency.
"Soccer is greatly adored and watched all around the world,
making this the perfect opportunity to showcase UHD for live sports
applications," said Alvaro Martin,
vice president of sales, LATAM, at Harmonic. "We're thrilled to
work with Globosat on one of the first UHD broadcasts of this major
sporting event. By maintaining the detail, sharpness and color
gradients that UHD has to offer, Harmonic's contribution platform
will enhance viewers' quality of experience."
As highlighted in several recent announcements, Harmonic's
ground-breaking UHD contribution, media processing and delivery
solutions are being used by content and service providers around
the globe to power the delivery of this year's iconic football
tournament. 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 CCAP 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.
This press release contains forward-looking statements within
the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and
Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Statements
concerning Harmonic's business and the anticipated capabilities,
advantages, reliability, efficiency, market acceptance, market
growth, specifications and benefits of Harmonic products, services
and technology are forward-looking statements. These statements are
based on our current expectations and beliefs and are subject to
risks and uncertainties, including the risks and
uncertainties more fully described in Harmonic's filings
with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its Annual
Report on Form 10-K for the year ended Dec.
31, 2017, its Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and its Current
Reports on Form 8-K. The forward-looking statements in this press
release are based on information available to Harmonic as of the
date hereof, and Harmonic disclaims any obligation to update any
forward-looking statements.
Harmonic, the Harmonic logo and other Harmonic marks are owned
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