SAN JOSE, Calif., June 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Harmonic (NASDAQ:
HLIT) today announced that 44p, a Germany-based media production company, is
elevating its UHD playout, media processing and distribution with
Harmonic's XOS Advanced Media Processor. Leveraging the XOS
media processor's unique cloud-native software foundation, complete
playout feature set and next-gen media processing, 44p can
efficiently deliver UHD broadcasts.
"We provide top-tier media production services, from live sports
to entertainment, and needed a reliable and efficient media
processing solution," said Mido
Fayad, chief technology officer at 44p. "As a unified and
fully redundant end-to-end software solution, Harmonic's XOS media
processor handles every aspect of our media processing chain."
German broadcast system integrator netorium facilitated a smooth
deployment. "44p sought a media processing solution to
future-proof and optimize its broadcast workflow," said
Frank Herrmann, CEO at netorium.
"Leveraging our partnership with Harmonic, we crafted a customized
solution that precisely matched their requirements."
Harmonic's software-based XOS Advanced Media Processor supports
44p's playout, encoding and SRT distribution requirements. The
software appliance enhances broadcast delivery through AI-powered
video compression and quality optimization for HD and UHD channels;
audio loudness management; simplified cue tone processing and
flexible support of IP transport architectures. Additionally, the
XOS media processor provides 44p with a complete
playout-to-delivery feature set, encompassing advanced branding
with HTML-5 graphics and effects.
"Adopting our XOS Advanced Media Processor unlocks new levels of
efficiency and improves video quality for 44p," said Stéphane
Cloirec, vice president, video appliances and software product
management at Harmonic. "By combining advanced playout,
cutting-edge AI video compression and one-to-many distribution in a
single media processing solution, 44p can deliver unrivaled UHD
quality with unmatched cost efficiency."
Further information about Harmonic and the company's solutions
is available at www.harmonicinc.com.
About Harmonic
Harmonic (NASDAQ: HLIT), the worldwide
leader in virtualized broadband and video delivery solutions,
enables media companies and service providers to deliver
ultra-high-quality video streaming and broadcast services to
consumers globally. The company revolutionized broadband networking
via the industry's first virtualized broadband solution, enabling
operators to more flexibly deploy gigabit internet service to
consumers' homes and mobile devices. Whether simplifying OTT video
delivery via innovative cloud and software platforms, or powering
the delivery of gigabit internet services, Harmonic is changing the
way media companies and service providers monetize live and
on-demand content on every screen. More information is available at
www.harmonicinc.com.
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