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ViXS(TM) and Global Invacom's Provision Unit Jointly Develop a new Class of Wi-Fi enabled, Low-Cost Internet Protocol (IP thin client Set Top Box) Offering Superior Range and Performance
TORONTO, September 6, 2012/PRNewswire/ --
- Design is able to receive content through Wi-Fi or Wired IP connections using
standard chipsets with low system power consumption
ViXS Systems Inc. today announces a new reference design platform offering superior
wireless performance and extended range and delivering high quality decode, display, and
advanced graphics, while ensuring low power consumption and low cost. The platform, based
on ViXS' XCode(R) 4205 client System on Chip (SOC), leverages Global Invacom's proprietary
low-cost antennae and unique WiFi software. The combination transforms the Client into a
highly cost-effective and efficient IP STB that can also be incorporated in a Digital
Living Network Alliance (DLNA(R)) capable home network as a Digital Media Player (DMP)
device.
The XCode 4205 SoC offers high throughput networking performance, 2D and 3D graphics,
3D TV, motion adaptive de-interlacing and scaling for full HD up to 1080P50/60 resolution.
Global Invacom's Provision Unit, which has spent years collaborating with researchers at
the University of Bristol in the UK, has developed proprietary WiFi antenna designs that
extend performance and range. Provision has also developed control software and drivers to
deliver an outstanding and robust user experience while using standard low-cost wireless
chipsets. Designed and developed by Provision, the complete IP STB hardware is available
for purchase through Global Invacom.
"Content mobility is a technology driver in the industry and is required by leading
operators in order for their customers to access their content anywhere, anyway, anytime
and on any device," said Sally Daub, President and CEO, ViXS Systems Inc. "Our work with
Provision extends our technology in to the wireless market by enabling customers to
quickly deploy low-cost, portable wireless-enabled IP Client based STBs that deliver
premium viewing experience".
"Consumers want an easy-to-use and low-cost application to view and use their HD media
at multiple locations on multiple devices anytime, anywhere. This product is a significant
step towards making that a reality," said Tony Taylor, Chairman and CEO of Global Invacom
Group Limited. "Being deeply involved in developing leading-edge satellite reception and
transmission components and in home distribution of content, we have a long history in
wireless RF technology. We intend to use this expertise and experience to activate
streaming content around the home, office, bar, hotel and club seamlessly."
The XCode 4205 addresses client applications with the following features and supported
software solutions:
- Low Power operation targeting small form factor design meeting industry
power targets.
- Supports Open GL ES 2.0 3D graphics that ensure a high quality user experience
to match that of server class products currently being deployed.
- High Quality and fully featured decoding engine for premium viewing.
- Advanced hardware security technology supporting the latest conditional access
and digital rights management specifications.
- Highest level of networking throughput in its class.
- ViXS Xtensiv(TM) software suite including internally developed software to
take customer solutions through Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA(R))
certification,
About ViXS Systems Inc.
ViXS is a multimedia solutions innovator providing technologies for processing,
managing, securing and distributing high quality video and audio allowing seamless
control, conversion, and connectivity between many classes and sizes of digital
entertainment devices.
ViXS supplies advanced System-on-Chip semiconductors, software solutions and hardware
reference designs for the world's top manufacturers of Digital TVs, DVDs, Set-top boxes,
Personal Video Recorders, PCs, Network-Attached Storage devices, Residential/Home
Gateways, Blu-ray players/ recorders, as well as Broadcast and Professional Equipment
OEMs.
ViXS is headquartered in Toronto, Canada with global operations and offices in Europe,
Asia and North America. ViXS has 382 patents issued and pending worldwide. Listed for four
years running as one of Deloitte's fastest-growing North American companies, ViXS is
setting new standards in the way digital entertainment is viewed and transmitted across an
endless array of multimedia products.
For more information on ViXS, please visit our website: http://www.vixs.com.
VIXS(TM), the ViXS(R) logo, XCode(TM), XConnex(TM) and Xtensiv(TM) are trademarks
and/or registered trademarks of ViXS. Other trademarks are the property of their
respective owners.
About Global Invacom Group Limited
Global Invacom Group Limited, formerly known as Radiance Group Limited, is a fully
integrated satellite communications equipment provider listed on the Mainboard of SGX-ST,
with manufacturing plants in Shanghai and Shenzhen providing electronics manufacturing
services in satellite communications, TV peripherals, computer peripherals, medical, and
consumer electronics industries. It is also one of seven companies in the world involved
in R&D, design and supply of satellite components and products to large-scale satellite
broadcasters to offer a full range of LNB receivers, transmitters, switches, and video
distribution components. Its customers include satellite broadcasters such as BSkyB of the
UK and DISH Network of the US.
For further information:
David Jones, Tel: +1(416)646-2000, E-mail: djones@vixs.com
For media queries relating to Global Invacom Group Limited, please contact:
Global Invacom Group Limited
8 Temasek Boulevard
#20-03 SuntecTower Three
Singapore 038988
Teo Ser Cher, sercher@globalinvacom.com (Tel: +65-6884-8270)
On behalf of Global Invacom Group Limited:
WeR1 Consultants Pte Ltd
38A Circular Road
Singapore 049394
Lai Kwok Kin, laikkin@wer1.net (Tel: +65-9819-2153)
Josephine Auxilio, Josephine@wer1.net (Tel: +65-6737-4844)
Source: ViXS Systems Inc.
ViXS(TM) and Global Invacom's Provision Unit Jointly Develop a new Class of Wi-Fi enabled, Low-Cost Internet Protocol (IP thin client Set Top Box) Offering Superior Range and Performance
TORONTO, September 6, 2012/PRNewswire/ --
- Design is able to receive content through Wi-Fi or Wired IP connections using
standard chipsets with low system power consumption
ViXS Systems Inc. today announces a new reference design platform offering superior
wireless performance and extended range and delivering high quality decode, display, and
advanced graphics, while ensuring low power consumption and low cost. The platform, based
on ViXS' XCode(R) 4205 client System on Chip (SOC), leverages Global Invacom's proprietary
low-cost antennae and unique WiFi software. The combination transforms the Client into a
highly cost-effective and efficient IP STB that can also be incorporated in a Digital
Living Network Alliance (DLNA(R)) capable home network as a Digital Media Player (DMP)
device.
The XCode 4205 SoC offers high throughput networking performance, 2D and 3D graphics,
3D TV, motion adaptive de-interlacing and scaling for full HD up to 1080P50/60 resolution.
Global Invacom's Provision Unit, which has spent years collaborating with researchers at
the University of Bristol in the UK, has developed proprietary WiFi antenna designs that
extend performance and range. Provision has also developed control software and drivers to
deliver an outstanding and robust user experience while using standard low-cost wireless
chipsets. Designed and developed by Provision, the complete IP STB hardware is available
for purchase through Global Invacom.
"Content mobility is a technology driver in the industry and is required by leading
operators in order for their customers to access their content anywhere, anyway, anytime
and on any device," said Sally Daub, President and CEO, ViXS Systems Inc. "Our work with
Provision extends our technology in to the wireless market by enabling customers to
quickly deploy low-cost, portable wireless-enabled IP Client based STBs that deliver
premium viewing experience".
"Consumers want an easy-to-use and low-cost application to view and use their HD media
at multiple locations on multiple devices anytime, anywhere. This product is a significant
step towards making that a reality," said Tony Taylor, Chairman and CEO of Global Invacom
Group Limited. "Being deeply involved in developing leading-edge satellite reception and
transmission components and in home distribution of content, we have a long history in
wireless RF technology. We intend to use this expertise and experience to activate
streaming content around the home, office, bar, hotel and club seamlessly."
The XCode 4205 addresses client applications with the following features and supported
software solutions:
- Low Power operation targeting small form factor design meeting industry
power targets.
- Supports Open GL ES 2.0 3D graphics that ensure a high quality user experience
to match that of server class products currently being deployed.
- High Quality and fully featured decoding engine for premium viewing.
- Advanced hardware security technology supporting the latest conditional access
and digital rights management specifications.
- Highest level of networking throughput in its class.
- ViXS Xtensiv(TM) software suite including internally developed software to
take customer solutions through Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA(R))
certification,
About ViXS Systems Inc.
ViXS is a multimedia solutions innovator providing technologies for processing,
managing, securing and distributing high quality video and audio allowing seamless
control, conversion, and connectivity between many classes and sizes of digital
entertainment devices.
ViXS supplies advanced System-on-Chip semiconductors, software solutions and hardware
reference designs for the world's top manufacturers of Digital TVs, DVDs, Set-top boxes,
Personal Video Recorders, PCs, Network-Attached Storage devices, Residential/Home
Gateways, Blu-ray players/ recorders, as well as Broadcast and Professional Equipment
OEMs.
ViXS is headquartered in Toronto, Canada with global operations and offices in Europe,
Asia and North America. ViXS has 382 patents issued and pending worldwide. Listed for four
years running as one of Deloitte's fastest-growing North American companies, ViXS is
setting new standards in the way digital entertainment is viewed and transmitted across an
endless array of multimedia products.
For more information on ViXS, please visit our website: http://www.vixs.com.
VIXS(TM), the ViXS(R) logo, XCode(TM), XConnex(TM) and Xtensiv(TM) are trademarks
and/or registered trademarks of ViXS. Other trademarks are the property of their
respective owners.
About Global Invacom Group Limited
Global Invacom Group Limited, formerly known as Radiance Group Limited, is a fully
integrated satellite communications equipment provider listed on the Mainboard of SGX-ST,
with manufacturing plants in Shanghai and Shenzhen providing electronics manufacturing
services in satellite communications, TV peripherals, computer peripherals, medical, and
consumer electronics industries. It is also one of seven companies in the world involved
in R&D, design and supply of satellite components and products to large-scale satellite
broadcasters to offer a full range of LNB receivers, transmitters, switches, and video
distribution components. Its customers include satellite broadcasters such as BSkyB of the
UK and DISH Network of the US.
For further information:
David Jones, Tel: +1(416)646-2000, E-mail: djones@vixs.com
For media queries relating to Global Invacom Group Limited, please contact:
Global Invacom Group Limited
8 Temasek Boulevard
#20-03 SuntecTower Three
Singapore 038988
Teo Ser Cher, sercher@globalinvacom.com (Tel: +65-6884-8270)
On behalf of Global Invacom Group Limited:
WeR1 Consultants Pte Ltd
38A Circular Road
Singapore 049394
Lai Kwok Kin, laikkin@wer1.net (Tel: +65-9819-2153)
Josephine Auxilio, Josephine@wer1.net (Tel: +65-6737-4844)
Source: ViXS Systems Inc.