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On2 video delivers over 50% bandwidth savings compared to leading H.264 implementations
On2 Technologies, Inc. announced the launch of its latest video compression format, On2 VP8. This eighth generation of On2 video is the perfect solution for web TV, IPTV and video conferencing companies looking to differentiate their product and service offerings by delivering higher quality video using less data and requiring less system resource for playback.
Downloading and streaming HD movies and TV shows has become commonplace, and with affordable HD web cams, we will see rapid growth in high-resolution user-generated content as well as the wide-scale adoption of high quality video communication solutions .
Even with faster transport technologies on the way, the cost and availability of bandwidth will remain a stubborn obstacle to containing costs as video services use more bandwidth than any other IP application. According to a recent white paper published by Cisco, annual IP traffic will exceed half a zettabyte by 2012, with video accounting for close to 90% of all consumer traffic. Internet video alone is expected to generate 10 exabytes of data per month in 2012.
“Next generation video must transcend platforms while remaining fast and affordable,” said Eero Kaikkonen, Chief Marketing Officer at On2. “We design On2 video formats to achieve those goals. On2 VP8 achieves significant improvements over leading standards-based implementations and is less compute-intensive to encode and play back. Furthermore, we have used our years of experience developing embedded video IP to ensure the design is entirely suited for optimization to current and future desktop and mobile processor cores.”
Over 40 Groundbreaking Innovations
On2 VP8 surpasses the compression efficiency and performance of every other video format on the market by employing over 40 technical innovations, among them:
Advanced prediction through constructed reference frames
Macroblock row level threading
Improved small area referential encoding
Advanced contextual entropy coding without the added complexity of
bit level adaptability
Sparse targeted adaptive loop filtering
“With On2 VP8, we set out to increase compression performance over On2 VP7 and leading H.264 implementations by 20% while reducing playback complexity by 40%,” said Paul Wilkins, Chief Technology Officer at On2. “In the end we exceeded these goals and even back-ported some of what we learned to our On2 VP6Ò for AdobeÒ FlashÒ encoders.”
On2 VP8 Surpasses H.264, VC-1, Real Video in Quality and Performance
With the introduction of On2 VP8, On2 Video now dramatically surpasses the compression performance of all other commercially available formats. For example, leading H.264 implementations require as much as twice the data to deliver the same quality video as On2 VP8 (as measured in objective peak signal to noise ratio (PSNR) testing).
In addition, the On2 VP8 bitstream requires fewer processing cycles to decode, so users do not need to have the latest and greatest PC or mobile device to enjoy On2 VP8 video quality.
“Through our relationship with On2 over the years, Move Networks has enabled viewers to realize the highest quality Internet television experience possible. We look forward to On2’s continued innovations,” said John Edwards, CEO of Move Networks.
Future-Proofed for Multicore
Multicore processing is one of the most significant developments in computer technology. On2 VP8 is designed to take full advantage of multi-core systems and can efficiently use up to 64 processor cores simultaneously.
“As new multi core processors come to market, On2 Video will be able to make maximum use of the additional computing power available, ” said Wilkins “Our innovative encoder can seamlessly use additional cores to either increase compression speed or to improve compression quality in real-time applications.”
Designed with Mobile in Mind
On2 has worked closely with ARM to ensure suitability for porting to current and future ARM single and multi-core processors in mobile devices.
“We have been working with On2 to ensure that their compression schemes work as optimally as possible with our NEON™ 64/128-bit SIMD technology which enables high definition video in software. NEON technology is a key feature in our current Cortex™-A8 and Cortex-A9 MPCore™ processors and will be included in all future ARM application processors,” said Laurence Bryant Mobile Segment Marketing Manager, ARM “The high compression performance of this latest generation of On2 Video suggests that it will be ideal for wireless internet applications where available data bandwidth is a premium, and complements our recent work with Adobe on the Open Screen Project to drive consistent internet experiences across multiple screens, including TVs, PCs, mobile devices and consumer electronics.”
"JavaFX enables content authors and developers to quickly and easily deliver high-impact, rich internet applications across mobile phones, desktops, TVs and other consumer devices,” said Param Singh, senior director of JavaFX marketing at Sun Microsystems.“JavaFX leverages the best capabilities of the existing Java platform along with new immersive media capabilities and we are pleased to be working with On2, a world leader in video compression technology. The combination of On2 video and JavaFX will provide the high-fidelity video capabilities to supercharge the consumer experience across the billions of devices around the world that are powered by Java technology."
Company Remains Committed to Existing Formats
On2’s VP6 format became the de facto standard for web video following its integration in Adobe Flash Player in 2005. On2 expects VP8 to complement its existing formats and, in particular, is fully committed to continuing the development of VP6 to further improve encoding and playback performance.
“We are serving different needs with On2 VP6 and VP8,” said Kaikkonen. “On2 VP6 offers distinct advantages for web video as the Adobe Flash Player is installed on nearly every desktop in the world. It offers comparable quality to H.264 with the added value of supporting cue points and alpha channel masking, allowing developers to quickly and easily create more interactive and complete web video experiences with minimal investment. On2 VP8 will be our flagship format and enable companies developing client-side playback capability to deliver a supreme video-over-IP solution.”
On2 video is proprietary to On2 Technologies and is available with patent-pool free licensing, avoiding the burdensome royalties associated with standards based formats.
On2 creates advanced video compression technologies for desktop and wireless. Powering the video in many of today’s leading web and mobile applications and devices, On2's technology is used by industry leading companies including: Nokia, Infineon, Sun Microsystems, Mediatek, Sony, Facebook, Brightcove, Move Networks, Adobe and Skype. On2 Technologies is headquartered in Clifton Park, NY USA.
Globecomm Systems Inc. will introduce its Media Processing Center and architecture to the Asian region at this year’s BroadcastAsia and CommunicAsia 2008 event from 17-20 June in Singapore.
Visitors to the award-winning company’s booth (Hall 7, Booth 7K5-01) will learn about the Media Processing Center architecture, which the company designed for the conversion of video into a wide variety of formats for distribution to cable TV, DVB satellite or handheld, and Internet video at many different bit rates and formats for live or file-based applications. Globecomm has incorporated its MPC architecture into large-scale broadcast center design projects in Asia and North America, and officially introduced the Media Processing Center and services at the 2008 NAB Show.
According to Tom Parish, Vice President of Broadcast Technologies for Globecomm Systems, “Our MPC architecture is an essential approach for the design of new facilities in Asia and around the world. We will demonstrate how the architecture works and discuss how to create new revenue opportunities for legacy content through our unique engineering and technology approach.”
Globecomm is delivering broadcast quality video to the Internet and handheld devices for a range of customers, including telecommunications companies, broadcasters and satellite operators. For IPTV, the company adopted an open-standard based solution that seamlessly merges IPTV with fast-growing Internet-direct video content.
Globecomm Systems Inc. provides end-to-end value-added satellite-based communication products, services and solutions by leveraging its core satellite ground segment systems and network capabilities, with its satellite communication services capabilities.
June 2008
AbisXpress – Mobile broadcast market
Memotec Inc., leader in mobile backhaul optimization and a subsidiary of Comtech EF Data Corporation, unveiled the AbisXpress, a 3rd generation smart optimization and compression solution.
"Today, with the escalating demand for premium grade mobile services such as Mobile TV, Video and High Speed Internet, we see more congestion issues on the Radio Access Network (RAN), and an increase in the number of E1's required to alleviate these capacity constraints," says Yves Hupe, President of Memotec.
"AbisXpress - Memotec's 3rd generation smart Abis optimization solution, addresses these issues enabling operators to further improve bandwidth capacity for a better network management, while maximizing their investment".
Memotec's AbisXpress increases bandwidth efficiency with enhanced performance and reduced delay. "We have worked on the hardware design and the result is a much more innovative processing capability built into our popular algorithm" says Hupe. "The outcome is remarkable across the different cellular technologies deployed today (2G, 3G, CDMA). AbisXpress allows for total infrastructure transparency and is easy to configure" continues Hupé. "A state-of-the-art product in terms of performance and Quality of Service suitable for both terrestrial and satellite backhaul networks, AbisXpress comes as close as one can get to "plug and play" in the cellular backhaul optimization world - a quantum leap that will re-enforce Memotec's leading position in the market."
While operators are looking at evolving their infrastructures to fibre and/or IP, they are faced with availability issues and deployment delays. Meanwhile current investments may not even have been maximized and/or fully amortized yet, particularly in remote locations. "Network optimization and compression solutions allow mobile operators to deliver additional capacity to their existing networks - today - without any forklift upgrades," Hupé explained. "Operators can quickly deliver new services and reach additional subscribers while driving additional return from their network without a large capital investment."
AbisXpress is available in both CX-U and CX-UA Series - scalable and flexible solutions accommodating satellite-based networks, terrestrial, microwave-based trunks and leased lines. Visit www.memotec.com for further details on the CX-U and CX-UA Series.
Memotec, a subsidiary of Comtech EF Data, is an innovative supplier of optimization solutions for cellular backhaul networks. Its solutions enable mobile operators to dramatically reduce network operating expenses by cutting transmission costs and extending the service capabilities for evolving networks. Memotec's solution is proven globally with equipment deployed in over 1,000 operational cellular sites throughout Latin America, the Middle East, Africa and Asia.
Comtech EF Data Corp. manufactures a broad spectrum of satellite communications products, including Satellite Modems, Bandwidth & Capacity Management, TCP/IP Performance Enhancement Proxies, Encapsulators, Receivers, Converters, Amplifiers, Transceivers and Terminals. All products meet or exceed the standards published by worldwide and regional satellite networks. •
2-4-08
World market leading VideoGuard® content protection technology integrated with innovative portable media player (PMP) for viewing content on the move • Provides new revenue generating opportunities for pay-TV broadcasters and mobile network operators • Integrated system to be showcased on NDS Booth AV100 at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona
NDS (provider of technology solutions for digital pay-TV), and Quantum (supplier of innovative mobile multimedia devices and software), announced the integration of NDS’ VideoGuard Mobile content protection system for DVB-H with Quantum’s Pocket TV portable media player (PMP). The integrated system will be showcased on the NDS booth at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, February 11-14.
“The integration of VideoGuard Mobile with Quantum’s Pocket TV brings us significantly closer to the goal of providing high-quality broadcast TV to any device and viewable at any time,” said NDS Chief Marketing Officer Nigel Smith. “With the superior content protection and sophisticated business management features offered by VideoGuard Mobile, mobile TV operators will be able to offer a groundbreaking video experience to users of the Pocket TV.”
Quantum CEO Stefano Martini said: “We are delighted to have accomplished the integration of NDS’ VideoGuard Mobile content protection system into our flagship Pocket TV portable media player. This will provide our service provider customers with enhanced content protection capabilities in a compelling, easy-to-use device that delivers the ultimate mobile TV and video experience to consumers.”
The Pocket TV integrated with NDS’ VideoGuard Mobile content protection enables pay-TV broadcasters and mobile network operators to offer their subscribers personal and innovative video services, whether indoors or outdoors. The Pocket TV can play both encrypted broadcast video and downloaded video stored securely on a memory card. NDS market-leading content protection based on VideoGuard, now securing over 82.7 million digital TV devices worldwide, ensures that content rights are maintained in both cases.
The DVB-H signal carried by the integrated product originates in NDS’ unique Unified Headend (UHE) architecture, which provides a single point of business management for all video broadcasts, irrespective of the delivery networks or the rendering devices. The UHE convergence platform enables operators and broadcasters to centralize the administration of subscriptions, purchasing, transactions, promotions and a wide range of other business functions.
The integrated Quantum Pocket TV with NDS VideoGuard Mobile will be showcased February 11 to 14 at the World Mobile Congress in Barcelona, at the NDS stand at AV100 Avenue.
Quantum is a private company headquartered in Milan, Italy, that develops innovative multimedia devices and software for the rapidly expanding mobile entertainment market. It has a wide product range that enables service providers and broadcasters to securely deliver the ultimate mobile TV and video experience to consumers anytime, anywhere seamlessly.
NDS Group plc, a majority owned subsidiary of News Corporation, supplies open end-to-end digital technology and services to digital pay-television platform operators and content providers.
Source: NDS (5-2-08)
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