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Codecs boost IP video
Digigram By Michael Burns
A new codec, the Aqord *LINK/LE has been released, promising cost-effective transport of high-quality video over IP networks (fibre, xDSL, satellite). Digigram is also demonstrating the enhanced encoding capabilities of its Aqilim *SERV/FIT IP video codec, including the ability to encode multiple streams at multiple resolutions simultaneously. Designed for video
contribution in broadcast, live event, and live distribution applications,
transport
Digigram said its new addition to the Aqord family allows users to begin streaming almost immediately. With both H.264 encoding or decoding capabilities, the Aqord *LINK/LE offers flexibility in system deployment. Housed in a 19-inch
encoder/decoder rack, the unit features SDI raw video I/O and network I/O for IP- based live streaming. The company said the minimal configuration required for the new codec makes it easy and affordable for users to get into IP-based video transport without compromising on video quality. The Aqilim *SERV/FIT lets
users publish content in multiple containers to multiple content delivery networks (CDNs) at once. In addition to increasing encoding density and reducing the cost per output stream, the Aqilim *SERV/FIT streamlines provisioning of content to all variety of display devices via OTT services. 8.C51
Dedicated Japanese anime service Saffron Digital By Monica Heck
Japanese mobile network KDDI and Saffron Digital have launched a dedicated anime service called Anime Pass. The new specialist multi- platform video service offers unlimited anime content in response to the popularity of anime, a market thought to be worth approximately $1.7billion in Japan.
KDDI has seen huge demand for anime content on its existing Video Pass service, which Saffron Digital has been powering since its launch in 2012. Saffron Digital is using its MainStage OTT platform to power the new service, which is initially available on iPhone, iPad, Android phones and Android tablets. Saffron Digital designed and developed the subscription service to enable KDDI’s mobile subscribers to enjoy anime film and TV content wherever they are. This latest entertainment
Pass out: The anime market has an estimated worth of approximately $1.7billion in Japan
offering from KDDI will give the mobile giant’s subscribers an even broader range of entertainment options. Anime Pass is available via KDDI’s Smart Pass
entertainment package (which has over 10 million subscribers). For a monthly charge of ¥400
(US$3.90), the Anime Pass service offers unlimited access to approximately 7,000 episodes from 500 anime programmes, and enables subscribers to search for their favourite anime by criteria such as voice actor or genre. 14.C11
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