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The IBC Exhibition covers fifteen halls across the RAI , hosting over 1,700 exhibitors and a number of specially-curated feature areas and events that tie into the IBC Conference to enrich your understanding of technologies and trends that are driving the industry . Here Euromedia pick out a few that are worth a visit . quality of content delivered using player and subscriber analytics ,” said Kris Warreyn , CEO of Alpha Networks . “ Our new tucanoRED backend system simplifies these processes , eases integration with legacy systems and devices through an open API interface , and provides the scalability that is essential in today ’ s fastmoving media environment .”
ABOX42 – Stand 14 . C17 The provider of next-generation IPTV , OTT ( Cloud TV ) and Hybrid-DVB Smart STBs and Operator Smart Home Service solutions will demonstrate the latest innovations for operators . With ABOX42 ’ s solutions , operators can differentiate themselves from the competition and increase revenue streams . ABOX42 ’ s customised STB solutions have been deployed for over 120 different TV applications and OTT services worldwide .
ABOX42 will demonstrate its new M35 Series high-end , smart STB for the global operator market . Offering a seamless upgrade path to 4K and UHD TV , the M35 STB is the perfect solution for operators wanting to support an HD and UHD platform , side-by-side , in a user deployment without requiring any changes to the software or service . The M35 Series offers premium content security , allowing operators to meet the stringent requirements of 4K and UHD Hollywood content .
It will also demonstrate advanced MPEG DASH playout , with support for live TV , local recording , restart TV , cloud recording and time-shift TV . Through MPEG-DASH and the adaptive streaming standard , operators can provide a complete television experience delivered over OTT and managed IP networks . ABOX42 ’ s MPEG DASH-based TV solution includes multi-audio , teletext , subtitle , and HbbTV support to ensure a superior viewing and listening experience for end customers .
AirTies – Stand 5 . A73 The provider of premium in-home wireless systems will showcase two next-generation , in-home Wi-Fi Mesh products for global broadband and TV operators . The Air 4930 Access Point ( AP ) and Air 7430 IP set-top Box ( STB ) and are the latest additions to AirTies ’ portfolio of devices designed to improve wholehome performance and enable operators to monetise premium Wi-Fi services in new ways .
Unlike traditional Wi-Fi , which relies on a single Access Point from a Router / Gateway , AirTies ’ systems use multiple Access Points placed around the home to create a Mesh network that ensures consistent , high quality Internet performance for today ’ s super-connected homes . AirTies ’ Wi-Fi Mesh Technology enables operators to confidently support new kinds of TV , Internet , home
18 ADVANCEDTELEVISION security , smart home , and IoT offerings by ensuring the integrity of Wi-Fi throughout every corner of the home .
“ Outdated Wi-Fi is a major cause of frustration for subscribers and operators alike ,” said Metin Taskin , chief technical officer and co-founder of AirTies . “ Whether it ’ s for consistently fast Internet connections for every device in the home or delivering quality 4K UHD video streams to IPTV Set-top Boxes , it ’ s clear that Wi-Fi Mesh is essential for today ’ s super-connected homes . AirTies continues to push the envelope of product innovation as the most widely deployed provider of Wi-Fi Mesh solutions for global operators . Our new Air 4930 and Air 7430 products provide service providers with the ability to stream 4K UHD video , improve whole-home coverage , leverage real-time home network performance data , and clearly differentiate their Wi-Fi offers from the competition .”
Alpha Networks – Stand 5A28 The back-end software specialist will introduce its next-generation platform tucanoRED . Featuring an open CMS / CRM architecture as a service ( SaaS ) business model , tucanoRED simplifies subscriber management as well as the delivery of different service offerings for live and on-demand content delivered over various networks , while ensuring troublefree deployment within any new or existing workflow .
“ The pay-TV market is changing rapidly . Content is being delivered in a wide range of formats , and new consumption models continue to emerge . To be successful , service providers need a back-end platform that allows them to personalise the user experience through recommendations , monetise content through targeted advertising , and increase the
Alticast – Stand 1F . 36 The multi-screen solutions provider will show how its new product breakthroughs and its end-to-end systems integration capabilities are delivering media innovation and enhancing lifestyles in the digital connected home .
Alticast will demonstrate how its cloud TV solutions and technologies are enabling pay-TV and online video providers to implement new user experiences , end-to-end online video services and highly-effective , proactive security platforms that safeguard consumers , networks and data .
Highlights of Alticast ’ s IBC exhibit will be AltiPlatform , client software that is compatible across Android , RDK and Web platforms ; Ambient TV , a complete Software-as-a-Service solution that allows cost-effective and rapid entry into the over-the-top ( OTT ) video space ; Argus , an intelligent hacking detection system that efficiently uses big data and machinelearning technology to ensure highest levels of content and revenue security within cloudbased environments ; and Voiceable , a next generation user interface featuring an AI-based voice-enabled user experience .
Amino – Stand 14 . K20 The IP / Cloud video software and device specialist , will showcase how it is leading service providers into the new age of TV delivery – by ‘ upcycling ’ their legacy network equipment and devices . Amino will demonstrate how it is helping operators deliver a modern multiscreen user experience that leverages the value in their existing subscriber base and deployed devices and equipment . Visitors to the show can see live demonstrations of the company ’ s ‘ Transformation Toolkit ’, which brings together key elements in the Amino portfolio to deliver advanced TV experiences while also realising significant deployment cost savings .
Amino CEO Donald McGarva said : “ At IBC this year , we ’ ll be showing our most powerful range of solutions ever . As one of the pioneers in the IPTV space , we have the heritage , experience and expertise to guide operators through the transition to an all IP / Cloud world . We ’ re really looking to showing how we can help operators ‘ upcycle ’ their existing installed base – and transform the TV experience their customers can receive . We are also excited to