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To: DiViT who wrote (24952)	11/7/1997 3:41:00 PM
From: John Rieman	Respond to of 50808

Before you string all that fibre all over Hong Kong, you need a permit......................................... info.gov.hk Video-on-demand programme service licence approved Wednesday, November 5, 1997 The Broadcasting, Culture and Sport Bureau announced today (Wednesday) that the Chief Executive-in-Council has approved in principle that Hongkong Telecom VOD Limited (HKTVOD) should be awarded a Video-On-Demand (VOD) programme service licence. The applications of Elmsdale Limited and Future TV (HK) Limited (FutureTV) had been unsuccessful, and a decision on Star Interactive Television Limited (Star iTV) had been deferred. The Deputy Secretary for Broadcasting, Culture and Sport, Mrs Rita Lau, said: "Except for Star iTV's application which has been deferred, the decision taken on the remaining applications was made on the basis of their merits. "In view of the legal action taken against Star iTV, we believe that it is prudent to defer consideration of its application until we have assessed the significance of the claim." "In all fairness to Star iTV, we will proceed quickly with the assessment and hope to complete it as soon as possible," She added. Mrs Lau said: "The Executive Council's decision was reached after careful consideration of the recommendations of the Broadcasting Authority and the proposals made by the applicants. "The application and evaluation process was a fair and open one. Each of the applicants was given equal opportunity to appear before the Broadcasting Authority to make a presentation and to answer questions in relation to their applications." The applicants were given almost four months to prepare and submit their applications. The Broadcasting Authority had followed closely the criteria published in the Guidance Note in its assessment. These include corporate structure, financial strength, technical competence and the applicants' programme and service proposals. "Hong Kong can take pride in becoming the first place in the world to have a high-tech, interactive multimedia service offered on a commercial scale," said Mrs Lau. Not only will Hong Kong viewers have more choice, VOD programme services will also allow viewers to select and watch programmes at any time at their convenience. VOD technology also allows the provision of other interactive services such as home banking, home shopping and electronic games. "The successful launch of VOD services will enhance Hong Kong's position as a broadcasting and telecommunication hub," she added. The Government will commence negotiation with HKTVOD to finalise the terms and conditions of the licence for the Executive Council's final approval before the end of the year.

To: DiViT who wrote (24952)	11/7/1997 4:31:00 PM
From: John Rieman	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 50808

Older news release from Nokia. Their open system set top in the UK................. nokia.com Nokia First to Launch Digital Satellite Receiver in The UK (March 13, 1997) -- As part of a European launch, Nokia Multimedia Network Terminals is launching its Mediamaster DVB 9200S Free To Air - an easy-to-use digital satellite receiver with capabilities to receive clear unencrypted digital programmes - the first manufacturer to launch a digital satellite receiver in the UK. The Nokia Mediamaster DVB 9200S Free To Air is a member of a new family of multimedia terminals and digital satellite receivers from Nokia and is not only fully DVB (digital video broadcast) MPEG 2 compliant but is the most flexible and easy-to-use digital satellite receiver in the world. It is also one component in a large network for entertainment and communication. It has a dynamically variable bandwidth from 2 to 54mhz (1to 45MS/s) allowing optimal use of any transponder and is capable of receiving both SCPC (single channel per carrier) and MCPC (multi channel per carrier) channels from both Ku-band and C-band satellites. The Mediamaster's Electronic Programme Guide enables users to scroll through hundreds of channels on offer and pre-programme their own personal selection of channels. The receiver will also sort channel numbers and satellites so programmes or broadcasts can be selected by name. Graham North, Nokia's director of sales and marketing in the UK comments, "The launch of the Free To Air digital receiver heralds the start of the digital age for the British consumer - it is a considerable achievement for Nokia. There are a number of free digital channels already available such as BBC World, Italian Telepiu, MBC and RTC mainly distributed from the Eutelsat satellite. The launch of Nokia's Free To Air box allows consumers to receive these channels with the crystal sharp pictures and excellent sound synonymous with Nokia ." Nokia Mediamaster DVB 9200S Free To Air The Mediamaster DVB 9200S Free To Air is available from the end of March 1997 and has a guide retail price of œ529.99. It will be on display for the first time at this year's Electrical Retailing Show at the NEC 23-25 March. Free To Air channels are listed on the Internet at satcodx.com.