AMO.L Regulatory News (AMO)

18 Jun 2007 15:22

Amino, the world leading IPTV platform supplier, today announcedthe release of its newest high definition (HD) product, the PersonalVideo Recorder (PVR/DVR) enabled AmiNET530, at NXTcomm 2007 inChicago. At booth #2023, Amino will showcase the AmiNET530 as afundamental component of a service provider's multiplay strategy, byoffering cutting edge, high quality on-demand, IPTV, PVR, gaming andHD services to end-user consumers using MPEG-2/4 codecs. £ The AmiNET530 is a next-generation IPTV Set-Top Box (STB) thatprovides the ability to decode low bit-rate MPEG-4 (AVC/H.264) videostreams and is capable of supporting HD video and graphics. With PVRfunctionality, the AmiNET530 can act as a hub for all the services andapplications used for playing, recording and streaming video - it alsoincludes Amino's reliable, cross-platform IntAct(TM) client softwarethat ensures compatibility with an extensive range of middleware andconditional access systems. £ The AmiNET530's video on demand feature gives consumers theability to select and view video content in an interactive, real-timesetting. This feature, combined with the product's PVR capabilities,meets the ultimate demand from consumers today--freedom to make theirown choices. £ "NXTcomm is the perfect place for us to unveil our most advancedproduct yet. Surrounded by leaders from around the world seeking thebest in the converged communications industry, we have the opportunityto demonstrate our commitment to excellence with the development oftechnology that connects the consumer to the expanding universe ofIPTV services and devices," said Rick Sailor, VP Sales Americas atAmino. "We also understand that service providers face the challengeof reducing customer churn, increasing ARPU and offering its customersaccess to content anytime and anywhere. The AmiNET530 not only meetsthis demand, but also gives providers the peace of mind knowing theyhave a competitive advantage - IPTV HD MPEG-4 PVR support from themost experienced and innovative company in the market." £ The most notable features of the AmiNET530 are the following: £ PVR functionality -The flexibility of features such as pause andplay of live TV, instant record and instant replay are key buyingrequirements for consumers and a significant factor for serviceproviders seeking to reduce churn. The AmiNET530 also offers theability to schedule recording of multiple HDTV streams simultaneously,unlike traditional cable or satellite PVRs which are restricted by thenumber of tuners they include. £ High definition - The support of HD video offers an exciting anddramatic viewing experience, with greater realism and detailespecially in large display formats. In addition to HD video theAmiNET530 also supports HD graphics, which offers the service operatorthe ability to display more information on the screen. The AmiNET530provides the opportunity to add value to the consumer and create newrevenue streams with personalised services such as weather forecasts,stock quotes, or targeted advertising. £ More channels to more people - The support of low-bit rateadvanced video codecs provides operators with the opportunity to growrevenue generating services while maximising the efficient use ofnetwork bandwidth, creating the ability to reach a greater number ofsubscribers, increase the number of available interactive andmulticast channels, and enhance the viewing experience with HDchannels. £ Low cost deployment -The AmiNET530 uses high performance singlechip technology for economical deployment of leading edge services. £ Proven reliable platform - The AmiNET530 leverages the establishedand proven wide range of integrations with industry leading partners,on Amino's proven IntAct IPTV client software platform. Amino will useits established partnerships with leading technology providers toaccelerate the growth and profitability of evolving IPTV services. £ Flexible platform - The AmiNET530 plays a pivotal role in homeentertainment system. Its flexibility will ensure it meets consumers'future requirements. £ Amino's customer base has grown steeply - its STBs have beendeployed and trialed in over 80 countries worldwide. In April 2007,ABI Research declared Amino the world's leading seller of IPTV STBsfor the second consecutive year. This accolade recognises Amino'sexpanding footprint in emerging markets, as well as within the growingUS market. £ About NXTcomm 2007 £ NXTcomm will bring together top executives from every segment ofthe global industry to exhibit, explore new business opportunities andbuy the latest technologies driving the converged communications andentertainment industry. Showcasing hundreds of new and innovativeproducts, the NXTcomm exhibit floor will reflect the dramatic changesin the industry. The show will also feature a broad range ofeducational programming. For more information, go tohttp://www.NXTcommShow.com/. £ NXTcomm, the new industry venue co-owned by the TelecommunicationsIndustry Association (TIA) and the United States Telecom Association(USTelecom) that will feature the business and technology ofcommunications, information and entertainment, comes to Chicago'sMcCormick Place June 18-21, 2007. NXTcomm will unite the premierinformation and communications technology (ICT) industry supplier andtechnology companies with the world's leading communications andentertainment companies that are together driving broadband-basedinnovation. £ About Amino Communications £ Amino Communications (www.aminocom.com) supplies the AmiNET(TM)series of set-top boxes (STBs), renowned for their low-cost andreliability. The AmiNET range materially reduces service operators'capital expenditure, whilst offering the full range of specificationrequired; MPEG2 and MPEG4 encoding standards, standard and highdefinition TV, personal video recording and home networking. The highperformance coupled with the innovative design of Amino's set-topboxes, has brought the series industry accolades and the company aleading position within the IPTV market. £ The AmiNET series of IPTV STBs has been used in commercialdeployments and trials in over 80 countries worldwide. Amino'sprincipal customers are telecommunications, broadcast and hospitalityservice operators. Generally, AmiNET products are supplied with theIntAct(TM) IPTV software stack pre-loaded. £ Amino Communications is a wholly owned subsidiary of AminoTechnologies plc. listed on the London Stock Exchange AIM, symbol AMO.Amino's HQ is based near Cambridge, UK, with offices worldwide. Copyright Business Wire 2007