Broadcasting

May 7, 2004
Scopus to upgrade MTV's digital broadcast platforms

ISRAEL -- Scopus Network Technologies was recently selected by MTV Networks Asia's to upgrade its digital broadcast capabilities in the Asia Pacific region. The regional broadcaster, based in Singapore, will be utilising Scopus' digital broadcast platforms to further improve quality content distribution through its various satellite uplinks to China, Hong Kong, India, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, the Philippines, Singapore and Taiwan.

MTV will use Scopus' CODICO RTM-3800 (advanced statistical multiplexers) and E-1200 TriplePass encoding mechanisms (high-end encoders) as its digital delivery platform to provide superb picture quality. It will also integrate the new system with the Philips' CryptoWorks CAS for the transmission security of its broadcasts.

Tan Sher Li, senior director of Technology and Operations, MTV Networks Asia, said: "MTV Networks Asia strongly believes in developing quality programming and quality broadcast delivery, and is committed to investing in this area to better meet the needs of our audience and advertisers. Leveraging Scopus' quality products reflects our relentless pursuit for the highest standards in broadcasting technology."

Derrick Tay, Scopus's director of Sales Asia Pacific, remarked: "MTV Networks Asia is key regional broadcaster in the Asia Pacific that has not only planned for the present but also for the future. Its decision to purchase a technological superior yet cost-effective solution will improve its current capabilities. Our platforms provide them with the answers they need, and our support team adds extensive value with superior technical service to ensure complete faith in their system. Scopus is a cost-effective, full solution provider around the world, including the Asia-Pacific market, and we look forward to bringing our integrated solutions throughout the region."

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