FOR:PIXSTREAM INCORPORATED(NN affiliate)
JUNE 7, 1999
PixStream Introduces VDSmanager Portfolio Of Video
Networking Management Software
ATLANTA, GEORGIA--
PixStream VDSmanager enables centralized management of hardware
configuration and monitoring, as well as operational control of
MPEG-2 digital video
SUPERCOMM '99
PixStream Incorporated, a leading developer of video networking
solutions, announced today the PixStream VDSmanager portfolio of
video networking management software. PixStream is displaying the
VDSmanager at Supercomm '99 at the Georgia World Congress Center
in Atlanta, Georgia, June 8-10, 1999, with iMagicTV in booth No.
1555 and Newbridge Networks in booth No. 7715.
The new video networking management software was designed to
centrally manage all aspects of hardware configuration and
monitoring, as well as manage the operational control of MPEG-2
digital video coming to and from PixStream video networking
platforms. VDSmanager modules provide organizations with all of
the tools needed to manage network connectivity and scheduling.
There are currently three main product areas in the portfolio:
VDSmanager Java Unit Manager, VDSmanager Network Management
Integration Modules and VDSmanager Applications Framework.
The PixStream VDSmanager Java Unit Manager is web-based management
software that acts as a "front panel" to the PixStream VDS5000 and
PixStream VDS2000 video networking platforms. Users can configure
initial video parameters, set up new video components and monitor
and manage video networking systems by simply pointing their web
browsers at the PixStream video networking platforms. These
platforms web serve their own Java-based configuration utilities.
The VDSmanager Java Unit Manager was developed using Java
technology to ensure that PixStream's systems can be controlled
from any platform.
PixStream developed VDSmanager Network Management Integration
Modules to allow PixStream video networking systems to be
seamlessly integrated with existing control and provisioning
management infrastructures. Two modules are currently available:
VDSmanager HP OpenView(TM) Integration Module and VDSmanager
Newbridge MainStreetXpress(TM) 45020/46020 Integration Module.
These modules enable organizations to manage new video services
within their existing network management systems. "Our customers
have invested heavily in their network management
infrastructures," said Dave Caputo, Vice President of Marketing,
PixStream. "We wanted to ensure that PixStream video networking
systems would enhance our customers' service offerings, quickly
and painlessly, without them needing to change the way that they
currently operate their network." VDSmanager Network Management
Integration Modules use the SNMP support provided by the PixStream
VDS5000 and PixStream VDS2000, and provision the network to
provide high-level quality of service that is demanded by video
networking applications.
For additional support of higher level operational control, the
PixStream VDSmanager portfolio also offers the VDSmanager
Applications Framework. PixStream has developed solution-oriented
modules for specific operator applications and tasks such as:
centralized management of multiple PixStream video networking
systems, simultaneous program substitution and video scheduling.
"From the highest level of configuration to the most detailed
adjustments and monitoring, the VDSmanager Applications Framework
automates many of an organization's most complex tasks to improve
efficiency and operational productivity," said Caputo.
One of the modules in the VDSmanager Applications Framework is the
VDSmanager Program Substitution Manager module. As a TV services
supplier, it is sometimes necessary to substitute local
programming for non-local content. At other times, such as during
sports blackouts, program distribution rights will require that
alternative programs be broadcast. Traditionally, broadcasters
have had to manually switch the channels, causing a disruption in
the viewer's television service. The VDSmanager Program
Substitution Manager automatically substitutes one channel for
another with minimal interruption in television service.
"PixStream VDSmanager software works with digital television
signals to automate traditional manual broadcasting tasks," Caputo
added. In combination with the PixStream VDS5000 and the PixStream
VDS2000 video networking systems, the VDSmanager Program
Substitution Manager's intuitive user interface makes simultaneous
program substitution simple and, most importantly, reliable.
PixStream video networking systems are targeted to network service
providers looking to introduce TV content redistribution from
head-end locations to the home, video courier services and
interactive video services such as broadband video conferencing,
interactive distance learning (IDL), tele-medicine and monitoring
applications.
Pricing and Contact Information
Pricing is dependent on the various modules selected. For sales
information, contact PixStream at +1 519-884-4196 or e-mail
video@pixstream.com.
PixStream Incorporated
PixStream develops, manufactures and globally markets hardware and
software solutions that enable network service providers and
enterprises to reliably distribute and manage digital video. Using
PixStream solutions, high quality video and audio can be
transported more efficiently over broadband networks, optimizing
bandwidth and enabling customers to introduce leading-edge video
services and applications. Founded in 1996, PixStream is based in
Waterloo, Ontario, Canada. More information is available at
www.pixstream.com.
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