NTT Electronics' HD MPEG-2 Encoder/Decoder Commissioned by South Korean Broadcaster MBC.TOKYO -- NTT NTT Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corporation NTT New Technology Telescope NTT National Technology Transfer, Inc NTT Name That Tune (TV game show) NTT National Tree Trust NTT Number Theoretic Transform Electronics (NEL NEL NTT Electronics NEL Neuroendocrinology Letters NEL Non Economic Loss (Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, RSO 1998, Canada) NEL North East Line (Singapore mass transit) NEL Network Element Layer ) has officially begun implementation of its HD MPEG-2 Encoder/Decoder(a) to Munhwa Broadcasting Corporation Munhwa Broadcasting Corporation (MBC) is one of four major national South Korean television and radio networks. It is particularly famous for its dramas and comedies. Munhwa is the Korean word for "culture. (MBC (Multimedia Benchmark Committee) A graphics benchmark that provides MPEG-2 and other tests. See GPC. ), one of South Korea's top 3 networks, for use in its broadcast centers. This implementation comprises a high definition encoder and decoder for disseminating raw program data from the central broadcast center in Seoul to 19 of its regional broadcast centers. MBC selected NTT Electronics' codec (1) (enCOder/DECoder) A hardware circuit that performs analog-to-digital conversion (ADC) and digital-to-analog (DAC) conversion. When analog signals are entered into a computer, cellphone or other device via a microphone or video source such as VHS tape or analog TV, for its high video quality, operability Operability is the ability to keep a system in a functioning and operating condition. In a computing systems environment with multiple systems this includes the ability of products, systems and business processes to work together to accomplish a common task such as finding and and functionality in order to strengthen and expand their high definition digital broadcast capabilities. The encoder/decoder units will be placed in MBC's Seoul central broadcast center, while decoders will be installed at each of its 19 regional broadcast centers throughout the country. After installing these decoders, it will be possible for each of the regional broadcast centers to receive the MPEG-2 streams and rebroadcast high quality video and data throughout South Korea. Decoders will be installed at broadcast centers in Pusan, Daegu, Gwangju, Daejeon, Jeongju, Masan, Chuncheon, Cheongju, Jeju, Ulsan, Gangreung, Chinju, Mogpo, Yosu, Andong, Wonju, Chungju, Samcheok and Pohang forming MBC's comprehensive high definition digital broadcasting Digital broadcasting is the practice of using digital data rather than analogue waveforms to carry broadcasts over television channels or assigned radio frequency bands. It is becoming increasingly popular for television usage (especially satellite television) but is having a network.(b) Mr. Chan-Gyu Yi, TV Network & Master Control Division/Director for MBC, said: "With NTT Electronics' encoder/decoder, MBC can now broadcast real high definition video. The feature characteristic of this system is its Lip Synch Noun 1. lip synch - combining audio and video recording in such a way that the sound is perfectly synchronized with the action that produced it; especially synchronizing the movements of a speaker's lips with the sound of his speech functionality, meaning that there is absolutely no space between the video and audio streams. Additionally, NEL has been able to make the idea of a system that is both simple and easy to use a reality. We feel that by introducing this product to our broadcasting backbone we are obtaining a necessary ingredient for high quality, stable operation." The systems being implemented at this time, the HD MPEG-2 Encoder HE3100 and the MPEG-2 HD Decoder HD3100, are highly regarded both domestically and abroad for their superior video quality. The HE3100 supports each of the principle video formats such as 1080i, 720p, and 480i, and the audio is capable of supporting a maximum of 2 systems and encoding up to a total of 8 channels. Additionally, the unit is capable of quick boot and can be easily operated via its front panel. However the most endearing en·dear·ing adj. Inspiring affection or warm sympathy: the endearing charm of a little child. en·dear feature of this product is its Lip Synch function, which boasts perfect synchronization (1) See synchronous and synchronous transmission. (2) Ensuring that two sets of data are always the same. See data synchronization. (3) Keeping time-of-day clocks in two devices set to the same time. See NTP. between the video and audio channels. In order to assist broadcasters in meeting the global trend toward expanding high definition digital broadcasting networks, NTT Electronics will continue to aggressively promote its world-class high definition digital encoder/decoder to broadcasters throughout the world. (a) Product photographs available. Please see contact information. (b) Graphic representation of proposed MBC system available. Please see contact information. About NTT Electronics NTT Electronics, founded in 1982, is part of Japan's largest telecommunications group, the NTT Group (total sales of around 10 trillion yen ($120 billion) ranked 18th among the fortune 500 in 2004), is known for its cutting edge R&D as well as its unparalleled manufacturing capability. NEL contributes to developing a globally networked society by remaining on the leading edge in manufacturing and developing products resulting from research at NTT's laboratories in the fields of photonics, broadband systems and devices, and digital video. Primary business areas include the design, development, manufacturing and sale of IT-related devices for telecommunications photonics, high-speed electronic devices, system LSI LSI: see integrated circuit. (Large Scale Integration) Between 3,000 and 100,000 transistors on a chip. See SSI, MSI, VLSI and ULSI. for digital video and other system components. Particularly within the field of digital video technologies, NEL has gained a high level of know-how and superior technology through supplying the codec equipment for the world pioneering introduction of High Definition Digital Broadcasting to Japan. For more information, please visit: http://www.nel-world.com/. About Munhwa Broadcasting Corporation MBC's 19 television stations reach over 98% of South Korea's nearly 50 million citizens. One of only three television networks in South Korea, and headquartered in Seoul, MBC employs nearly 2,000 people. From reporting on the heart pounding moments of the 1988 Summer Olympics, to capturing Korea's resurgence spirit with the IMF IMF See: International Monetary Fund IMF See International Monetary Fund (IMF). bail-out package, to being the most watched broadcaster of the 2002 World Cup in Korea, and being at the forefront of advancing technology by integrating digital broadcasting, MBC broadcasting connects us to our heritage, to our world, and to each other. For more information, please visit: www.mbc.co.kr. For product related questions please contact: NTT Electronics Multimedia System Group mm_i@yoko.nel.co.jp Product website (under construction): We are very sorry but the product website is still under construction. Please check the following URL URL in full Uniform Resource Locator Address of a resource on the Internet. The resource can be any type of file stored on a server, such as a Web page, a text file, a graphics file, or an application program. in mid-April for product information. http://www.nel-world.com/digital_video/top.html |
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