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Software offers content security for 1-way pay-TV networks.
November 10, 2008 -
Built on Video Content Authority System, VCAS(TM) for DVB 2.0 delivers multi-layered security to digital broadcast content in satellite, cable, and terrestrial networks where no direct return path is available. Set-top boxes can be provisioned and managed through indirect non-real-time response methods in conjunction with standards-based broadcast protocols. Within 1-way environment, program supports seamless upgrade of services when transitioning to DVB-IP hybrid and broadband networks.
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Verimatrix Extends Advantages of Software-based Content Security to One-Way Pay-TV Networks
VCAS for D VB 2.0 Offers Multi-Layer Security and Optimized Broadcast to Hybrid Transition
IBC2008, Amsterdam, 11 Sept. 2008 - Verimatrix, the company setting the standard in content security technologies that enhance the value of pay-TV networks, today announced its VCASTM for DVB 2.0 solution, which extends the reach of its multiple layered security architecture to digital broadcast content in satellite, cable and terrestrial broadcast networks where no direct return path is available. Building on its initial VCAS for DVB release targeting hybrid networks, this support for Digital Video Broadcasting (DVB) services can seamlessly be offered with the same pay-TV head-end architecture supporting IPTV and hybrid networks. Verimatrix will be demonstrating VCAS for DVB 2.0 at IBC2008 in stand 4.B45 Conditional access (CA) systems featuring a removable hardware security device or smart card are common in the mature DVB pay-TV market, but suffer from intrinsic cost and renewability challenges. Verimatrix
now offers a new, more cost-effective approach to secure services that is especially appropriate for green field deployments and existing service providers transitioning from analog to digital pay-TV. The software-based architecture is built on core Verimatrix Video Content Authority System (VCAS) technology, which is proven with more than 150 operators and 5 million screens globally.
"The business opportunity for technology in broadcast or one-way networks such as cable and satellite still far outweighs that offered by the pure IPTV market. Although Screen Digest predicts that the bulk of linear content will continue to be sent over one-way networks, many television operators also have an active roadrnap for combining linear and return-path technology for applications such as VoD and content-rich
interactivity. In order to facilitate this, the market will need CA systems that can work between both DVB and IPTV networks," said Tom Morrod, head of TV technology at media analyst firm Screen Digest.
VCAS for DVB takes full advantage of the capabilities of current generation set-top box system-on-chip (SOC) platforms to secure receiver devices that will never have access to a direct return path to the head-end.
This innovative software approach supports a base of existing one-way subscribers while providing a clear upgrade path to capture higherARPU subscribers who desire more interactive capabilities and video-ondemand (VoD) services. "Verimatrix has uniquely extended its software-based content security technologies to address more
traditional markets, which really highlights its power and flexibility," says Bob Kulakowski, chief technology officer at Verimatrix. "We are providing a proven choice for forward-thinking operators that see the cost and capabilities advantages of IP. Securing one-way networks is a strategic milestone on our technology roadmap to penetrate additional pay-TV markets."
Together with Verimatrix's recently launched VCASTM for Mobile TV, this solution underscores the company's vision and commitment to providing competitive 3-Dimensional Content Securitv solutions - multiple networks, multiple devices and multiple layers of protection - to pay-TV operators globally.
Key Product Highlights:
o Secure indirect provisioning - Set-top boxes can be provisioned and managed through indirect non real-time response methods (by voice call, email, SMS messaging, web site, or even by postal mail) in conjunction with standards based broadcast protocols.
o Upgrade path to interactive services - Within the limited one-way environment, VCAS for DVB 2.0 supports a completely seamless upgrade of services when transitioning to DVB-IP hybrid and broadband networks.
o Layered security regimes - Operators can stratify the class of set-top box and value of the content by matching different layers of content security to the appropriate price point of the set-top box.
o Platform flexibility - Leveraging strong IPTV partnership ecosystem to integrate top tier components necessary to deploy a complete pay-TV system solution, including system integrators, key head-end equipment, middleware, SOC and set-top box partners.
To learn more about the advantages of software-based security solutions, download our latest whitepaper at www.verimatrix.com/SW
About Verimatrix
Verimatrix sets the standard for software-based content security and revenue enhancement technologies in pay-TV networks, with a global customer base of service providers. The Verimatrix Video Content Authority System (VCASTM) offers a suite of next-generation technologies that has been independently audited and ranked as the global leader in IPTV content protection. The company's 3 Dimensional Content
Security approach, built around VCAS, enables secure delivery of content to multiple devices across multiple networks using multiple layers of protection techniques. Maintaining close relationships with major studios, broadcasters, industry organizations and partner ecosvstem helps address the challenges facing pay-TV networks of today, and those of tomorrow. For more information, please visit www.verimatrix.com.
Contacts:
Public Relations:
EastWest PR
Mark Chen
INTL
Phone: +86 1058697335
General Information:
Kelly Foster
USA
Phone: 619-224-1261
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Company Information:
Name: Verimatrix, Inc.
Address: 6825 Flanders Dr.
City: San Diego
State: CA
ZIP: 92121
Country: USA
Phone: 858-677-7800
http://www.verimatrix.com
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