SKY Brasil rings in Harmonic for encoding
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Gabriel Miramar-Garcia
| 24 August 2017

Satellite operator SKY Brasil has deployed a Harmonic software-based video processing solution to deliver linear HD and SD channels in its new broadcast centre.

Harmonic's Electra X2 headend solution supports encoding in SD and HD formats and MPEG-2, MPEG-4 AVC and HEVC video codecs as well as statistical multiplexing for the ultimate flexibility, operational efficiency and video delivery over satellite networks.

“Our video delivery needs are growing. When we moved into our new broadcast facility, we needed to partner with a technology provider that would not only simplify our workflow but also guarantee exceptional video quality,” said Luis Otavio Marchezetti, engineering vice president at SKY Brasil. “Beyond meeting those requirements, Harmonic provides unparalleled local support. Ultimately, this helps us deliver the very best television experience to customers.”

“SKY Brasil is a strong force in the DTH satellite market and an innovative operator in terms of system design and architecture, with demanding video quality expectations,” added Alvaro Martin, Latin American vice president of sales at Harmonic. “Whether its broadcast, cable, satellite, OTT or IPTV delivery, Harmonic [is] helping operators like SKY Brasil increase subscriber satisfaction with their service offering.”