Thomson Video Networks Products at the 2012 NAB Show
RENNES, France — Feb. 16 2012. For the 2012 NAB Show, Thomson Video Networks is introducing the ViBE CP6000, a new dedicated high-performance platform for contribution; the ViBE EM4000, a powerful new multichannel HD encoder; and a new IP-enabled version of the Amethyst switcher. Thomson Video Networks’ booth will also feature the ViBE VS7000 platform for OTT and convergent TV services, together with solutions for MPEG playout and ATSC MDTV.
>> NEW at the 2012 NAB Show
NEW — ViBE CP6000 Contribution Platform
The ViBE CP6000 is a dedicated multiformat, high-performance platform for contribution of live video. With the product’s modular implementation of the optimal MPEG-4 contribution codecs, an unprecedented eight HD channels per 1RU chassis, and industry-leading compression performance, the ViBE CP6000 is a substantial advance for contribution applications. MPEG-4 and MPEG-2 codecs can be enabled as required with software licensing, and the high-density support simplifies the infrastructure and saves energy costs. The ViBE 6000’s support for XMS control and telecom transmission streamlines large deployments. The ViBE CP6000 is available for commercial deployments starting in June 2012.
Photo Link: ViBE CP6000 Contribution Codec
NEW — ViBE EM4000 Multichannel HD Encoder
Incorporating Mustang 2.0 — a substantially more powerful evolution of Thomson Video Networks’ renowned compression engine — within a multichannel frame, the ViBE EM4000’s performance sets a new standard in video compression efficiency to deliver significant operational cost savings through better use of satellite or terrestrial bandwidth. With the product’s integrated architecture and multichannel HD capabilities, the ViBE EM4000 also delivers valuable energy savings and reduces the complexity of headend infrastructure. The ViBE EM4000 is available for commercial deployments at the 2012 NAB Show.
Photo Link: ViBE EM4000 HD Encoder
NEW — Amethyst III IP Switcher
Thomson Video Networks’ widely deployed Amethyst Switcher now has IP inputs and outputs in addition to ASI interfaces. The new-generation Amethyst III Switcher provides fast, intelligent, and seamless switching between multiple 1+1 MPEG transport streams transported over IP networks. The Amethyst III makes it easy to secure any IP stream in a headend video compression system and ensure DTV system robustness and service availability. IP inputs and outputs can be managed through multiple GigE ports supporting bypass in case of power failure. The Amethyst III is available for commercial deployments starting in June 2012.
Photo Link: Amethyst III Switcher
>> Additional Thomson Video Networks Products on Display at the 2012 NAB Show
ViBE VS7000 Video System for OTT and Convergent TV
The ViBE VS7000 video system is a breakthrough “anything in, anything out” encoding/transcoding platform for Web TV, over-the-top (OTT) services, IPTV, and cable delivery. The ViBE VS7000 video system combines Thomson Video Networks’ renowned next-generation compression platform for outstanding picture quality in an all-IP environment, with live broadcast-quality encoding and faster-than-real-time file transcoding. Supporting all major formats, including the latest MPEG DASH file standard as well as major codecs such as MPEG transport streams, Adobe® Flash®, Apple® HTTP Live Streaming, and Microsoft® Smooth Streaming, and with video resolution up to 1920x1080 in progressive and interlaced modes, the ViBE VS7000 is scalable for input channels and output profiles, with support for multiple output formats per channel.
Photo Link: ViBE VS7000 Video System
Sapphire MPEG Broadcast Server and MPEG Playout Solution
A unique “channel-in-a-box” solution with advanced capture, playout, and regionalization capabilities, operating frame-accurately with MPEG-2 and H.264 compressed content, Sapphire provides all the functions needed to ingest, process, brand, and generate TV channels ready for air. New features include frame-accurate clip editing enhancements, advanced logo insertion features (support for H.264, new scheduling capabilities), and BXF support. This last feature allows frame-accurate control of the Sapphire by any external automation or traffic system.
Photo Link: Sapphire Video Server GUI
ATSC MDTV Solution
Thomson Video Networks offers the most comprehensive product portfolio for deploying ATSC MDTV systems. Fully compliant with the latest ASTC standards, the NetProcessor 9030 multiplexer and M/H gateway now supports the A110 interface. Thomson MDTV solutions also include the ViBE Mobile encoder to deliver outstanding video quality, together with the Jade ESG generator — compatible with the most popular U.S. listing services. This solution has been successfully deployed at multiple ATSC broadcasting stations in the United States over the last 18 months.
