| Intelsat COO Ramu Potarazu said, "Broadcasters
are driving demand for a new type of fiber-based network; one that
can flexibly accommodate their diverse needs from standard definition
to high definition via a single interface, in an end-to-end, digital
environment".
The TMT network leverages a new back-up approach to replace conventional
"telco-oriented" redundancy with a broadcaster-focused,
secure approach utilizing "slipless-switching" technology.
This will enable two simultaneous and redundant content feeds to
be carried on diverse paths for every transmission that takes place
on the network
In addition, the network is capable of providing a scalable service
using MPEG-2 and other formats of compression encoding, employing
variable bit rates up to 45 Mbps, HDTV or higher within a single
pipe. It supports digital television transmissions, with end-to-end
digital formatting, allowing the signal to remain digital throughout
the entire transmission. Tandberg Television has undertaken the
integration of the new network.
"We are pleased that Intelsat, one of the world's leading
satellite companies, selected Level 3 to enable the commercial launch
of the TMT network," said Level 3 senior vice president of
transport and infrastructure Steve Liddell.
He added "Working together, our combined team of network architects
designed what we believe is one of the most technically advanced
terrestrial distribution networks in operation today".
Intelsat’s new TMT network features private line services from
Level 3.This service is ideal for customers with multiple locations
who need to transport high volumes of voice, video, or data over
a secure channel, says a press release.
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