AVIWEST Powers 4G Networks with China Mobile

"While 4G networks are a cost-effective delivery medium compared with satellite, reliability can be an issue," said Xin Men, director at China Mobile Communications, Shanghai. "AVIWEST's video uplink solution ensures that real-time HD video content can be streamed to viewers over 4G networks without experiencing degradation in the quality of service. In addition, the DMNG PRO180 is a lightweight, compact product which makes it ideal for carrying in the field."

AVIWEST's DMNG PRO180 is integrated with China Mobile's 4G modem, and has passed an extensive series of bandwidth tests, proving that the video uplink system is capable of delivering exceptional video quality, regardless of overcrowded networks. Leveraging the QoS specification of the 4G standard, the DMNG PRO180 allows China Mobile to define priorities for certain customers or services when the network is congested. Using the video uplink solution, live video has been successfully transmitted from a variety of major events around China, including a marathon and an international conference. During those events, the QoS implementation guaranteed a defined level of bandwidth to the DMNG PRO180 despite network congestion issues, providing a superior QoS for viewers.

AVIWEST's DMNG PRO180 is an ultra-compact, robust, and highly portable video uplink system that features up to 10 cellular connections (eight 3G/4G internal modems with high-efficiency custom antenna array and two USB interfaces), in addition to a built-in Wi-Fi modem. Leveraging the unit's H.264 video encoder, broadcasters can stream live HD video with minimal delay.

Weighing only about 1 kg, the DMNG PRO180 is ideal for in-the-field use. It can be connected seamlessly to any professional camera via V-Mount, Gold Mount, or PAGlok plates. Designed with ease of use in mind, the unit automatically detects real-time network capabilities. Through a user-friendly and intuitive touch screen interface, broadcasters can configure and operate the system, and talk to the studio using the IFB two-way communication channel.

"To meet China Mobile's top-notch quality of service requirements, we developed a customized software version of the DMNG PRO180 with our partner Beijing Xingguang Film and TV Equipment Technologies, which supports the 4G QoS specification," said Erwan Gasc, CEO, AVIWEST. "Collaborating with our partners in this project, we're proud to enable the world's first live video transmission over a 4G network implementing QoS, setting the industry standard for quality of service."

AVIWEST will showcase the DMNG PRO180 at stand 2.A49 during IBC 2014, Sept. 12-16, in Amsterdam. More information on AVIWEST and its products is available at www.aviwest.com.

About AVIWEST
AVIWEST is a global provider of video contribution systems for live streaming over bonded 3G/4G cellular and satellite networks. Headquartered in Saint-Grégoire, France, AVIWEST offers broadcasters cost-effective, reliable, and mobile video solutions specifically designed to respond to the challenges of remote live newsgathering. The company's flagship digital mobile newsgathering solution has been chosen by tier-1 broadcasters in more than 60 countries for breaking news and live events coverage.