MCX8000 Multi-Carrier Satellite Gateway
MCX8000 Multi-Carrier Satellite Gateway
The MCX8000 multi-carrier satellite gateway is a high density, high availability, fully redundant slotted-based modular system designed for Direct-To-Home (DTH) broadcasting, primary distribution to head ends and OTT delivery of video and audio content. Thanks to its slotted based architecture, the MCX8000 system provides a 3 in 1 solution designed to reduce down-time and simplify operational support costs with two hot-swappable modem modules, hot-swappable power supply units and an integrated 1+1 redundancy switch. All hot-swappable modules on the MCX8000 can be added or removed without any special tools or affecting the operation of the other modules on the device.
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Digital Video Network
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The Digital Video Network (DVN) is a dedicated media network architected for the national delivery of live media content. Connected to every major venue, broadcaster and television production hub in Australia, the DVN is optimised for peak performance and reliability. Engineered by Telstra, the DVN transports major live television events as well as primary television channels for rights-holders, broadcasters and channel creators.
Major Events and Tours
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From Grand Slams to World Cups, to international events that happen every 4 years, major events and tours showcase the world's best athletes competing for personal and team achievement along with the love of the sporting fans.
To deliver a top tier major event, a company must have the right blend of resources that are global, flexible, customisable, readily available, and reliable.
Telstra Broadcast Services' Major Events and Tours managed service offering delivers end to end broadcast media and carriage operation customised with telecommunications, Live OTT, Broadcast and Media services to ensure a timely and premium experience that is sure to be a home run!
Features and Benefits
- 100GBps Media backbone
- Bandwidths up to 100Gbps can simultaneously deliver up to 8 uncompressed ultra-high definition (UHD) 4k video feeds (12Gbps average)
- Customisable network with reach
- Telstra owns and has vested interest in one of the largest subsea fibre networks - 400,000 kms - throughout the Pacific, Indian and Atlantic Oceans
- True convergent expertise and solutions
- Build on Telstra's telco broadcast and internet capabilities to craft viable and economic solutions, including true remote production
- Global Field and Broadcast Operations
- Broadcast experts on the ground, in Master Control Rooms and Broadcast Operation Centres across the globe to manage and monitor delivery to meet SLAs
- Access into China and throughout Asia
- Telstra is the first foreign company licensed to provide connectivity and network services onto mainland China with POPs for media delivery
Solutions
- Hybrid Media
- Allow our experts to curate a solution accessing Telstra's full media network suite, including fibre, satellite, IP, and cloud connectivity
- International Remote Production
- Produce multiple global events simultaneously by delivering content up to 100GBps from source via a high-speed network to centralised locations
- Satellite Only
- Choose a satellite network with strategically placed teleports in Asia Pacific and partnership that can access the entire earth surface
- Telecommunications Network
- Seamlessly integrate between a full range of telecommunication, video, internet and data services bundled together
Global Media Network
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Built for broadcasters, our Global Media Network is a dedicated media network architected for global contribution and distribution of high-value media content. With nodes in every major media hub linked via a global fibre network, the GMN connects media rights-holders, rights-owners, broadcasters and content creators to their audiences around the world. Building on our joint resources with BT Media & Broadcast, Telstra now offers customers an expanded network, broader reach and greater visibility with our vast network infrastructure and localised expertise.
NOVELSAT Xstream
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NOVELSAT Xstream Multi-Purpose Gateway is the ideal choice for multiple interfaces satellite networks requiring any-to-any high-speed connectivity solution. Addressing multiple applications including video delivery, Earth observation, SIGINT, Cloud and IoT, NOVELSAT Xstream delivers highly integrated, optimized, and efficient multi-interface solution.
NOVELSAT Xstream features modular design according to network needs, allowing for multiple configurations and service options.
NOVELSAT Xstream maximizes network flexibility and scalability, adapting to any network architecture and allowing future upgrades and expansions.
NOVELSAT Xstream provides multi-layer content protection, securing service, transport, and payload.
NOVELSAT Xstream features modular design according to network needs, allowing for multiple configurations and service options.
NOVELSAT Xstream maximizes network flexibility and scalability, adapting to any network architecture and allowing future upgrades and expansions.
NOVELSAT Xstream provides multi-layer content protection, securing service, transport, and payload.
X Platform
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The X Platform is a high-capacity, versatile, ultra-low latency platform for high-speed video networking, enhanced IP security and advanced compression for the remote production, contribution and distribution markets.
XC Platform
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The XC Platform is the modular head-end platform for IPTV and broadcast, supporting content acquisition, compression, stream processing including scrambling and multiplexing, with distribution options for cable, satellite and terrestrial networks.
Genus Alto Amplifiers
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The ETL Systems' Alto series of amplifiers provide excellent RF performance in a modular design, with a variety of chassis and modules which can be configured to suit a range of applications. The Amplifiers can be fixed gain, variable gain, with dual redundant amplifiers also available.
Enigma Matrix
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The new generation Enigma Broadband matrix is used to provide flexibility in the routing of antennas to receivers or modems; to allow remote routing of satellite signals to receivers or modems; and to help optimise the use of receiving capacity.
The Enigma is a distributive (full fan-out) Matrix. The Enigma Matrix is housed in a 6U 19" rack enclosure and has a module capacity of 32 inputs x 32 outputs and can be part populated to any size. It's new capacitive touchscreen provides ease of use and additional durability. Now in its 4th generation, the Enigma broadband Matrix (50-2450 MHz) has proved to have genuinely high performance with excellent flatness or frequency response, excellent isolation, and linearity - a truly leading edge L-band Router. The Enigma L-band Switch matrix can also be incorporated into an overall automatic redundancy Network Management System to enhance the resilience of the overall earth station equipment.
The Enigma is a distributive (full fan-out) Matrix. The Enigma Matrix is housed in a 6U 19" rack enclosure and has a module capacity of 32 inputs x 32 outputs and can be part populated to any size. It's new capacitive touchscreen provides ease of use and additional durability. Now in its 4th generation, the Enigma broadband Matrix (50-2450 MHz) has proved to have genuinely high performance with excellent flatness or frequency response, excellent isolation, and linearity - a truly leading edge L-band Router. The Enigma L-band Switch matrix can also be incorporated into an overall automatic redundancy Network Management System to enhance the resilience of the overall earth station equipment.
Harrier L-Band Matrix
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Model HAR-40, Harrier 128 x 128 L-band RF matrix is used to provide flexibility in the routing of antennas to receivers or modems; to allow remote routing of satellite signals to receivers or modems; and to help optimise the use of receiving capacity. ETL's ultra compact 10U Matrix also has integrated LNB powering.
The configurable matrix design offers a range of input and output modules (IO modules) including our standard passive input or output module, variable gain, fibre input & LNB power modules. The Harrier is a distributive (full fan-out) Matrix with a module capacity of 128 inputs x 128 outputs with features to suit specific RF needs for each satellite feed. The matrix can be expanded from 8x8 up to 128x128 in blocks of 8. A variety of impedances and connector types are available.
The configurable matrix design offers a range of input and output modules (IO modules) including our standard passive input or output module, variable gain, fibre input & LNB power modules. The Harrier is a distributive (full fan-out) Matrix with a module capacity of 128 inputs x 128 outputs with features to suit specific RF needs for each satellite feed. The matrix can be expanded from 8x8 up to 128x128 in blocks of 8. A variety of impedances and connector types are available.
RF Components
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ETL's wide range of RF components is designed and manufactured at the ETL factory. Covering DC to 40GHz, these are at the heart of many of our 19" Rack Systems. A key feature of many of ETL components is the ability to pass or block a 10 MHz signal or DC voltage through the products, which can be used to power interconnecting components or pass a stable frequency reference to a LNB or BUC within the system.
ETL's subsidiary company, Atlantic Microwave also provides a range of Microwave & RF Components including cable assemblies, amplifiers & oscillators, passive and control components.
ETL's subsidiary company, Atlantic Microwave also provides a range of Microwave & RF Components including cable assemblies, amplifiers & oscillators, passive and control components.
Falcon Frequency Converters
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ETL's range of Falcon Frequency Converters Downconvert or Upconvert RF signals, and are available as agile or block converters. The compact 1U Falcon chassis has capacity for up to five conversion modules, which are field serviceable and replaceable. Resilience is also provided from hot-swap dual redundant power supplies and a field serviceable CPU.
The ETL Falcon Frequency Converter offers multiple module configurations, with a range of frequency options, as well as agile or block upconverters and downconverters. The 1U chassis has capacity for up to five conversion modules, which are field serviceable and replaceable. Resilience is also provided from hot-swap dual redundant power supplies, (optional) hot-swap redundancy switch modules and a field replaceable CPU.
A 10MHz reference source is provided for internal/external signals. 2+1 and Redundancy configurations (1+1 and 2+1) are also available within the converter chassis, meaning that a separate chassis for redundancy is not required. Request a quote for a frequency converter here.
The ETL Falcon Frequency Converter offers multiple module configurations, with a range of frequency options, as well as agile or block upconverters and downconverters. The 1U chassis has capacity for up to five conversion modules, which are field serviceable and replaceable. Resilience is also provided from hot-swap dual redundant power supplies, (optional) hot-swap redundancy switch modules and a field replaceable CPU.
A 10MHz reference source is provided for internal/external signals. 2+1 and Redundancy configurations (1+1 and 2+1) are also available within the converter chassis, meaning that a separate chassis for redundancy is not required. Request a quote for a frequency converter here.
StingRay RF over Fibre
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ETL's StingRay RF over Fibre (RoF) inter facility links (IFL) convert high quality RF to optical signals over single mode fibre from, for example, a satellite antenna to reception equipment room, up to 10 km away, with options for distances up to 100's of kilometres. ETL'S Stingray RF over Fibre solution offers fibre links from 10km up to 500km in distance whilst drastically reducing signal loss.
CWDM modules (coarse wavelength division multiplexing) provide up to 50km transmission compact fibre links, with eight wavelengths on a single fibre cable. DWDM modules (dense wavelength division multiplexing) provide up to 500km transmission fibre links and beyond using optical amplification (EDFA), with up to forty wavelengths on a single fibre cable. ETL can also offer a solution for ultra-compact requirements or for smaller applications such as a single antenna. Our range is split in to 100 series and 200 series RF to optical alternatives.
ETL's standard 100 series and 200 series RF over Fibre modules provide AGC (Automatic Gain Control) with automatic link optimisation for FAST SET-UP or wide dynamic range links with FIXED GAIN FOR INPUT POWERS UP TO +6 dBm.
If you require ENHANCED RESILIENCE our StingRay RF over Fibre range offers 1+1 redundancy and 4+1 or 4+2 redundancy systems.
CWDM modules (coarse wavelength division multiplexing) provide up to 50km transmission compact fibre links, with eight wavelengths on a single fibre cable. DWDM modules (dense wavelength division multiplexing) provide up to 500km transmission fibre links and beyond using optical amplification (EDFA), with up to forty wavelengths on a single fibre cable. ETL can also offer a solution for ultra-compact requirements or for smaller applications such as a single antenna. Our range is split in to 100 series and 200 series RF to optical alternatives.
- The 100 series range offers up to 16 RF over Fibre links in a 1U chassis.
- The 200 series range offer twin module options; where 2 separate links are provided on one module (therefore providing up to 32 feeds in a single 2U chassis) or with a -20 dB monitoring port for SIGNAL MONITORING.
ETL's standard 100 series and 200 series RF over Fibre modules provide AGC (Automatic Gain Control) with automatic link optimisation for FAST SET-UP or wide dynamic range links with FIXED GAIN FOR INPUT POWERS UP TO +6 dBm.
If you require ENHANCED RESILIENCE our StingRay RF over Fibre range offers 1+1 redundancy and 4+1 or 4+2 redundancy systems.
Hawk Matrix
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Extended L-band (500-2450MHz) Hawk Matrix is ideally suited for RF signal routing at LEO and MEO gateways, as well as small HTS ground stations and deployable VSAT terminals. The 1U Hawk Matrix has capacity for two 8x8 matrix cards – which can be combining (fan-in) or distributive (fan-out) – for uplink and downlink applications. It can be fitted with any combination of cards depending on application, but is ideally suited for smaller gateways with multiple modems and one or two antennas. Single 8x16 & 16x8 configurations are also available.
The Hawk Matrix delivers flexible module configurations - providing routing solutions with dual 8x8 distribution modules, dual 8x8 combining modules or a combination of distributive and combining modules. It provides reliability in service with dual redundant hot-swap power supplies and CPU, and field serviceable and replaceable matrix modules. The Hawk Matrix is touchscreen with remote connection via RJ45 Ethernet ports. A Web Browser interface is provided as standard with the Hawk L-band Switch Matrix. Its extended bandwidth is suitable for HTS applications.
Typical Applications:
• Small Ka/HTS gateaway terminals
• LEO/MEO gateways
• Oil & Gas
• Deployable VSAT terminals
The Hawk Matrix delivers flexible module configurations - providing routing solutions with dual 8x8 distribution modules, dual 8x8 combining modules or a combination of distributive and combining modules. It provides reliability in service with dual redundant hot-swap power supplies and CPU, and field serviceable and replaceable matrix modules. The Hawk Matrix is touchscreen with remote connection via RJ45 Ethernet ports. A Web Browser interface is provided as standard with the Hawk L-band Switch Matrix. Its extended bandwidth is suitable for HTS applications.
Typical Applications:
• Small Ka/HTS gateaway terminals
• LEO/MEO gateways
• Oil & Gas
• Deployable VSAT terminals
Hurricane Matrix
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ETL's Hurricane 64 x 64 L-band RF matrix is used to provide flexibility in the routing of antennas to receivers or modems; to allow remote routing of satellite signals to receivers or modems; and to help optimise the use of receiving capacity. ETL's ultra compact 4U Matrix also has integrated LNB powering.
The Hurricane is a distributive (full fan-out) Matrix with a module capacity of 64 inputs x 64 outputs with features to suit specific RF needs for each satellite feed. Offering optional integrated LNB powering, optical fibre inputs, via compatible IP modules. The matrix can be expanded from 8x8 up to 64x64 in blocks of 8.
A variety of impedances and connector types are available.
The Hurricane is a distributive (full fan-out) Matrix with a module capacity of 64 inputs x 64 outputs with features to suit specific RF needs for each satellite feed. Offering optional integrated LNB powering, optical fibre inputs, via compatible IP modules. The matrix can be expanded from 8x8 up to 64x64 in blocks of 8.
A variety of impedances and connector types are available.
TICO-XS IP cores
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TICO-XS is a disruptive, innovative, visually lossless, light-weight and line-based compression technology, specifically designed to be used instead of uncompressed video in many applications. It is currently under standardization as JPEG XS.
TICO-XS is a smart upgrade path to manage higher resolutions (4K, 8K, …) and frame rates while assuring visual quality, keeping power and bandwidth at a reasonable budget and significantly reducing the complexity and cost of a system, a chip or an infrastructure.
Applications:
From 3G-SDI to IP in 4K
The mapping of the TICO-XS mezzanine compression to carry UHDTV 4K 60P over a single 3G-SDI cable has been specified in the SMPTE RDD35. intoPIX provides the needed building blocks to create a 4K over 3G-SDI solutions. Have a look at the intoPIX TICO-XS IP-cores and peripheral IP to map the compression over SDI.
4K with TICO compression over SMPTE2022-6
As SMPTE ST2022-6, defines the transport of HD-SDI or 3G-SDI over IP, using TICO-XS, it is easy to leverage an existing SMPTE 2022-6 system to carry up to three UHDTV 4K 60P streams over a single 10 GbE port using the SMPTE 2022-6 standard.
SMPTE 2110 and TICO compression
SMPTE ST2110-22 specifies the transport of compressed video over IP (including JPEG-XS), enabling you to transport any video formats over IP with full flexibility and all the benefits of TICO-XS compression.
8K over a single 10GbE
It has already been proven. TICO-XS can enable you to carry with lossless quality a 8K 60fps video stream over a single 10GbE link using TICO RTP payload and a SMPTE 2110-22 transport.
8K over a single 12G-SDI
It has already been proven. TICO-XS can enable you to carry a 8K 60fps video stream over a single 12G-SDI link with lossless quality.
TICO-XS is a smart upgrade path to manage higher resolutions (4K, 8K, …) and frame rates while assuring visual quality, keeping power and bandwidth at a reasonable budget and significantly reducing the complexity and cost of a system, a chip or an infrastructure.
Applications:
From 3G-SDI to IP in 4K
The mapping of the TICO-XS mezzanine compression to carry UHDTV 4K 60P over a single 3G-SDI cable has been specified in the SMPTE RDD35. intoPIX provides the needed building blocks to create a 4K over 3G-SDI solutions. Have a look at the intoPIX TICO-XS IP-cores and peripheral IP to map the compression over SDI.
4K with TICO compression over SMPTE2022-6
As SMPTE ST2022-6, defines the transport of HD-SDI or 3G-SDI over IP, using TICO-XS, it is easy to leverage an existing SMPTE 2022-6 system to carry up to three UHDTV 4K 60P streams over a single 10 GbE port using the SMPTE 2022-6 standard.
SMPTE 2110 and TICO compression
SMPTE ST2110-22 specifies the transport of compressed video over IP (including JPEG-XS), enabling you to transport any video formats over IP with full flexibility and all the benefits of TICO-XS compression.
8K over a single 10GbE
It has already been proven. TICO-XS can enable you to carry with lossless quality a 8K 60fps video stream over a single 10GbE link using TICO RTP payload and a SMPTE 2110-22 transport.
8K over a single 12G-SDI
It has already been proven. TICO-XS can enable you to carry a 8K 60fps video stream over a single 12G-SDI link with lossless quality.
250 W Peak V-Band, Liquid-Cooled TWTA
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CPI products generally have the following available options:
*LifeExtender/LifePredictor - extend TWT life by as much as 50%
*Uplink Power Control - automatically maintains the same signal strength no matter the weather condition
*L-Band BUC - some have dual or multiband capability, enabling 1000 MHz transmission over different frequencies within the overall frequency band.
*Air cooled or liquid cooled capability
*Ethernet interface in addition to serial interface
*MCC technology is standard on our new GaNLink SSPAs, enabling you to meet your link budget as planned.
*Integral linearizer
*Remote control unit
Please contact CPI if you are unsure of whether the amplifier that you are interested in has any of these options.
*LifeExtender/LifePredictor - extend TWT life by as much as 50%
*Uplink Power Control - automatically maintains the same signal strength no matter the weather condition
*L-Band BUC - some have dual or multiband capability, enabling 1000 MHz transmission over different frequencies within the overall frequency band.
*Air cooled or liquid cooled capability
*Ethernet interface in addition to serial interface
*MCC technology is standard on our new GaNLink SSPAs, enabling you to meet your link budget as planned.
*Integral linearizer
*Remote control unit
Please contact CPI if you are unsure of whether the amplifier that you are interested in has any of these options.
The Switch Satellite
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Global audiences today demand access to everything from corporate events to esports tournaments, so getting content to any location without delay or compromise to quality is critical. We are trusted by the biggest names in the enterprise and media world to ensure their stakeholders receive first-class content every time.
Whether for regular daily or weekly feeds or ad-hoc events, The Switch can aggregate content from satellite feeds with unlimited downlinks to our network from satellites with footprints covering Los Angeles, London and Singapore.
IP Transit (IPT)
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IP Transit allows you to create a global network. Optimize connectivity with access to a blend of the best ISPs in every region and more than 15 Tbps of bandwidth spanning long-haul routes and intra-regional connections. You can improve digital user experience on six continents, including emerging markets like China, India, Brazil, Indonesia, and many more with Zenlayer’s global network.
Cloud Networking
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Cloud Networking allows you to create a network on demand with instant connections to data centers and clouds
Connectivity
Elasticity
- Performance
- Reduce latency & jitter by up to 40% during peak periods (vs. public Internet)
- Zero packet loss
- High availability
Connectivity
- Quickly build hybrid-or multi-cloud environments to meet business needs
- Directly connect to public clouds and SaaS
Elasticity
- Scale up or down depending on demand
- Choose from 1 Mbps to 10 Gbps
Government Services
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Es'hailSat is well positioned to serve Government connectivity requirement through Es'hailSat's high powered Ku-band Payload and it's state of the art teleport infrastructure. Coupled with good knowledge on available satellite products in the market, Es'hailSat is be able to design a dedicated solution tailored to fit all requirements from Government entities.
Maritime and Land Mobility
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Smartphones and tablets have changed our lives dramatically, and demand for mobile communications are extremely high. Es’hailSat offers mobile connectivity for land and maritime applications to cater for requirements from various verticals.
Playout
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Using our new high-tech teleport and established partners within the region, Es’hailSat provides video playout, compression, encryption, uplink and distribution services.
Telecommunication
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Leveraging on Es'hailSat wide coverage in MENA, Es'hailSat enables communication with various location be it on land and sea. The flexibility to connect either directly between two location in point to point connectivity or multiple location to a central location in a point to multipoint scenario offers endless possibility of connectivity option supporting services such as Cellular backhaul, enterprise network or even dedicated connectivity requirement tailored to customer needs.
VSAT
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Es'hailSat offers a variety of VSAT services to support customer's most demanding needs, whether it is an end user, small business or multi-national corporation. Complementing our satellite and teleport solutions is our strategic partnership with major telecommunication providers for MPLS and IP backbone to provide managed bandwidth services.
TV Broadcasting
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Broadcasters can use Es’hailSat’s high powered Ku-band payload to provide consumers with high quality services such as Direct-to-Home (DTH) linear TV, video on demand, high definition TV and 4K TV. 25.5⁰E / 26.0°E neighborhood allows viewers to tune their receivers to Es’hail-1 and Es’hail-2, without the need to change or repoint their existing dishes to enjoy premium content.
Broadcasting & Telecom
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Founded in 1976 by the 21 member-states of the Arab League, Arabsat has been serving the growing needs of the Arab world for over 40 years, operating from its headquarter in Riyadh-KSA and two Satellite control stations in Riyadh and Tunis.
Now one of the world’s top satellite operators and by far the leading satellite services provider in the Arab world, it carries over 500 TV channels, 200 radio stations, pay-tv networks and wide variety of HD channels reaching tens of millions of homes in more than 80 countries across the Middle East, Africa and Europe—including an audience of over 170 million viewers in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region alone tuned into Arabsat’s video “hotspot” at 26°E. Operating a growing fleet of owned satellites at the 20°E, 26°E, 30.5°E and 39°E, ARABSAT is the only satellite operator in the MENA region offering the full spectrum of Broadcast, Telecommunications and Broadband services. This capacity will continue to expand with the launching of new satellites, making ARABSAT satellites’ fleet the youngest in the region. Arabsat also maintains strategic partnerships with most of the world's leading satellite companies and VAS integrators and with the acquisition of Hellas Sat, one of the leading telecom groups in southeastern Europe, These partnerships and acquisitions continue to expand Arabsat's reach with new orbital slots and frequency rights, allowing customers to reach farther than ever and deliver content and state-of-the-art solutions to any end-viewers audience or business partner around the world.
Now one of the world’s top satellite operators and by far the leading satellite services provider in the Arab world, it carries over 500 TV channels, 200 radio stations, pay-tv networks and wide variety of HD channels reaching tens of millions of homes in more than 80 countries across the Middle East, Africa and Europe—including an audience of over 170 million viewers in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region alone tuned into Arabsat’s video “hotspot” at 26°E. Operating a growing fleet of owned satellites at the 20°E, 26°E, 30.5°E and 39°E, ARABSAT is the only satellite operator in the MENA region offering the full spectrum of Broadcast, Telecommunications and Broadband services. This capacity will continue to expand with the launching of new satellites, making ARABSAT satellites’ fleet the youngest in the region. Arabsat also maintains strategic partnerships with most of the world's leading satellite companies and VAS integrators and with the acquisition of Hellas Sat, one of the leading telecom groups in southeastern Europe, These partnerships and acquisitions continue to expand Arabsat's reach with new orbital slots and frequency rights, allowing customers to reach farther than ever and deliver content and state-of-the-art solutions to any end-viewers audience or business partner around the world.
MCX8000 Multi-Carrier Satellite Gateway
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The MCX8000 multi-carrier satellite gateway is a high density, high availability, fully redundant slotted-based modular system designed for Direct-To-Home (DTH) broadcasting, primary distribution to head ends and OTT delivery of video and audio content. Thanks to its slotted based architecture, the MCX8000 system provides a 3 in 1 solution designed to reduce down-time and simplify operational support costs with two hot-swappable modem modules, hot-swappable power supply units and an integrated 1+1 redundancy switch. All hot-swappable modules on the MCX8000 can be added or removed without any special tools or affecting the operation of the other modules on the device.
SKYflow Ecosystem
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This is a revolutionary multicast ABR ecosystem that features technology from EKT, EasyBroadcast, Quadrille and ST Engineering iDirect. Through SKYflow, our consortium has defined satellite’s role in OTT delivery and will enable service providers and telcos to deliver content to any device in any location and will satisfy the many use cases that require satellite delivery of OTT services. Congested networks and geographical reach of terrestrial systems have often been a stumbling block for OTT providers and telcos. As they try to attract new subscribers in more remote regions of the world, they must be able to extend their reach beyond the realms of terrestrial networks. The SKYflow ecosystem enables them to solve both challenges due to its capability to reach anywhere in the world, to transport high bitrates to the edge, its multicasting performance and smart pre-positioning of content at the edge. The introduction of the ecosystem extends far beyond media and entertainment but also enables a plethora of other use cases. These include helping educational institutions to reach their students; healthcare providers to offer telemedicine services; mobility markets to deliver video on the move and distribution of video to the consumer and households that may not have a computer but do have a television. SKYflow can be utilized from transmit-only (via a Set Top Box) all the way to very performant high bandwidth and bi-directionally connected remote Points of Presence using a VSAT platform, assuring efficient satellite distribution to a range of terminals and a game changer for OTT delivery.
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