Satellite Receiver targets enterprise networks.
Press Release Summary:
Supporting linear broadcasts of MPEG-2 and MPEG-4/h.264 video programming for both PAL and NTSC video standards, Unity 550 Enterprise Media Receiver can be used to launch HDTV services with bandwidth efficient MPEG-4/h.264 video compression and DVB-S2 modulation. Operators can support multi-language broadcasts with 2 configurable stereo audio outputs. Integrated COMPEL network control is used to remotely monitor and reconfigure receiver.
Original Press Release:
WEGENER Introduces the Unity 550 Satellite Receiver for Enterprise Networks Showcased at NAB 2006
(April 20, 2006) - DULUTH, Georgia - Wegener Corporation (Nasdaq: WGNR), a leading provider of products for television, audio and data distribution networks worldwide, today announced the introduction of the Unity 550 Enterprise Media Receiver at NAB 2006, April 22 - 27, 2006 in Las Vegas (exhibits open April 24).
The Unity 550 is WEGENER's next generation enterprise media receiver for multi-site Business TV and Private satellite networks. The receiver supports multiple versions, including support for linear broadcasts of MPEG-2 and MPEG- 4/h.264 video programming for both PAL and NTSC video standards. It can be used to launch HDTV services with bandwidth efficient MPEG-4/h.264 video compression and DVB-S2 modulation. WEGENER helps operators maximize on-air time by integrating COMPEL network control to remotely monitor and reconfigure Unity 550 receivers. Additionally, operators can support multi-language broadcasts with 2 configurable stereo audio outputs. The Unity 550 also provides exceptional support for data pass-through.
"WEGENER understands the need for Business TV and Private networks to deploy cost-saving technologies," stated Ned Mountain, COO of WEGENER. "Our Unity 550 is intended to be a part of our customer's dynamic network of WEGENER media receivers configured, which can be configured to fit any business case or budget."
WEGENER specializes in the optimization of end-to-end media distribution for dynamic multi-site networks. Currently used in broadcast, radio, telecom, enterprise and cable networks to distribute video and audio content to millions of people, WEGENER provides tailored and off-the-shelf solutions to reduce the long-term cost, integration and maintenance on every project. See WEGENER at the NAB 2006 in the Las Vegas Convention Center, South Hall Upper, booth SU1376.
ABOUT NAB 2006
NAB 2006 will take place April 22 - 27, 2006 in Las Vegas (exhibits open April 24). It is the world's largest electronic media show covering the development, delivery and management of professional video and audio content across all media. Complete NAB 2006 details are available at www.nabshow.com. The National Association of Broadcasters is a trade association that advocates on behalf of more than 8,300 free, local radio and television stations and also broadcast networks before Congress, the Federal Communications Commission and the Courts. Information about NAB can be found at www.nab.org.
ABOUT WEGENER
WEGENER (Wegener Communications, Inc.), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Wegener Corporation (NASDAQ:WGNR), is an international provider of digital solutions for video, audio, and IP data networks. Applications include IP data delivery, broadcast television, cable television, radio networks, business television, distance education, business music and financial information distribution. COMPEL, WEGENER's patented network control system provides networks with unparalleled ability to regionalize programming and commercials. COMPEL network control capability is integrated into WEGENER digital satellite receivers. WEGENER can be reached at +1.770.814.4000 or on the World Wide Web at http://www.wegener.com/.
