WINNIPEG, April 2, 2019 /CNW/ - At the upcoming NAB show in
Las Vegas April 6 to 11, International Datacasting (a Novra
Group Company) and technology partner Broadpeak® will launch a new
version of the Novra S400Pro satellite receiver that includes
integrated Broadpeak nanoCDN™ technology. This new product helps
pay TV operators and others implementing ABR (adaptive bitrate)
formats, such as HLS or DASH, leveraging their existing network
equipment for scalable, low-latency delivery of live streaming
video.
The combination of the nanoCDN™ agent and the S400Pro enables
delivery of ABR video content via satellite for
multiscreen/multidevice playout. Key features include:
- ABR format video— suitable for multiple devices (from big
screen to mobile phone)
- Works with any IP infrastructure at the edge— from local Wi-Fi
and Ethernet to 4G/5G and cable
- Uses the latest open standards technologies such as MPEG CMAF
for maximum quality and efficiency
Novra's S400Pro is a versatile, cost-effective
satellite receiver that receives DVB-S/S2 and outputs IP data,
including video streams for media players. Novra's family of
satellite receivers, with over 80,000 installed globally, are
widely used for applications such as weather networks, digital
signage, media distribution, IP-TV and many others. The S400Pro is
the next-generation in our satellite family and features a Linux
OS, dual satellite inputs, dual LAN outputs, a USB port, on-board
storage, SNMP and throughput of over 100 Mb/s. A DVB-S2X version
will be available later in the year.
Broadpeak's nanoCDN™ makes it possible to deliver
adaptive bitrate formats (HLS, DASH) over satellite, and therefore
reach tablets, smartphones or other connected devices with a stream
that has the quality of DTH broadcast. Adopting adaptive bitrate
formats on satellite also allows merging satellite and OTT video
offer into one consistent experience.
Novra Group CEO Harris Liontas
commented, "We are excited to announce this technology partnership
with Broadpeak. Novra's S400Pro is our new generation of satellite
receivers, developed using our extensive application and domain
knowledge and unparalleled ingenuity to create a platform for a
family of products that are easily adaptable to diverse and
changing customer requirements. Combining this with the efficient
and flexible video delivery enabled by Broadpeak's nanoCDN™ results
in a unique product to meet the dynamic requirements of our growing
video customer base. The industry is facing big challenges as
the way people access video continues to evolve at a rapid pace.
Our growing suite of video solutions help our customers turn those
big challenges into big opportunities."
"We are delighted to partner with Novra to enable the
delivery of adaptive bitrate format via satellite. Both products
combine perfectly to offer satellite operators the possibility of
addressing mobile devices in addition to TVs" said Jacques Le
Mancq, CEO of Broadpeak.
The S400Pro and nanoCDN™ will be on display at the National
Association of Broadcasters NAB show in Las Vegas, April
6-11. International Datacasting/Novra Group will be in South
Hall, booth SU3621, Broadpeak in Booth SU9221.
About Novra Technologies Inc.: Novra (TSX-V: NVI) is an
international technology provider of products, systems and services
for the distribution of multimedia broadband content. The
Novra Group of companies includes Novra, International Datacasting
Corporation, and Wegener Corporation. The companies in the group
are known for a strong focus on applications including: broadcast
video and radio, digital cinema, digital signage, and highly
reliable data communications. For more information visit:
www.novragroup.com
About Broadpeak®: Broadpeak designs and manufactures
video delivery components for Content Providers and Network Service
Providers deploying IPTV, Cable, Satellite, OTT and mobile
services. Its portfolio of solutions and technologies powers the
delivery of movies, television programming and other content over
managed networks and the internet for viewing on any type of
device. The company's systems and services help operators increase
market share and improve subscriber loyalty with superior quality
of experience. Broadpeak supports all of its customers worldwide,
from simple installations to large delivery systems reaching
capacities of several million of simultaneous streams. Broadpeak is
headquartered in Cesson-Sevigne, France. For more information visit:
https://.broadpeak.tv
SOURCE Novra Technologies Inc.
