SAN JOSE, Calif., Oct. 9, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Harmonic
(NASDAQ: HLIT) today announced that Foxtel,
an Australian pay-TV operator with cable, direct
broadcast satellite and IPTV streaming services, has launched the
first 4K UHD offering in the country
using a Harmonic software-based UHD solution. Harmonic's solution
maximizes workflow efficiencies and ensures exceptional video
quality at low bitrates for Foxtel's next-generation television
services.
"Video quality, HDR support and reliability were our key
considerations when choosing a technology partner," said
Darren Windus, distribution systems
manager at Foxtel. "Harmonic has a strong track record of
delivering amazing video quality and world-class deployment
support, making this an easy business decision for Foxtel. When we
are ready to introduce HDR to this new service, Harmonic's
software-centric approach to video delivery will make it a simple,
quick upgrade."
Harmonic handles the entire UHD production and delivery workflow
for Foxtel's new service using the Electra® video
processor for live UHD HEVC encoding, the
ProStream® X stream processor for scrambling and the
RD9000 decoder to achieve superior video quality for broadcast
contribution.
"This is a significant technology breakthrough for Foxtel and
will undeniably attract many new subscribers who are excited about
the raw beauty of UHD," said Tony
Berthaud, vice president of sales, APAC, at Harmonic. "With
UHD's improved resolution, Foxtel's viewers can now feel like they
are standing on the field during live sports events and become
immersed in the latest movies. Our video processing solutions are
at the heart of many UHD service offerings around the world, and
we're proud to be leading the charge for stunning video
experiences."
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.
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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