Kuala Lumpur – MEASAT Satellite Systems Sdn. Bhd. (“MEASAT”) announced on April 14 that Airbus Defence and Space (“Airbus”) has successfully completed the final integration and testing of MEASAT-3b. The satellite left the Airbus Defence and Space facilities in Toulouse, France, and has been transported by air to Kourou, French Guiana. The satellite is due to be launched in the upcoming weeks by an Ariane 5 launcher. Launch and Early Orbit Phase operations will be … [Read more...] about MEASAT-3b shipped to launch base in Kourou
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MEASAT-3/3a HD platform exceeds 50 channels
Kuala Lumpur – MEASAT Satellite Systems Sdn. Bhd. (“MEASAT”) announced on March 19 that the MEASAT-3/3a platform has become the first Asian C-Band satellite platform to exceed 50 high definition (“HD”) channels, confirming the maturing of the HD content business in Asia. MEASAT started offering HD distribution services on the MEASAT-3 satellite in July 2007. Working with a select group of channels, technology partners and uplink providers, MEASAT developed a … [Read more...] about MEASAT-3/3a HD platform exceeds 50 channels
Outdoor HD Joins MEASAT’s Neighbourhood
Kuala Lumpur – MEASAT Satellite Systems Sdn. Bhd. (“MEASAT”) announced on February 19 a three-year agreement with Globecast and Outdoor Channel for distribution on the MEASAT-3 satellite. Under the terms of the agreement, MEASAT will distribute Outdoor HD via MEASAT-3’s global C-band beam, covering 102 countries from Asia, Australia, Middle East, Europe and Africa. Outdoor Channel (Asia) is a channel that features traditional and contemporary outdoor sports such … [Read more...] about Outdoor HD Joins MEASAT’s Neighbourhood
MEASAT and Ericsson to trial UHDTV video
MEASAT Satellite Systems Sdn. Bhd. has begun trials with Ericsson to demonstrate the ability to provide live Ultra High Definition TV (UHDTV) video contribution over MEASAT’s satellite network. Ericsson and MEASAT will be demonstrating a live solution at BroadcastAsia 2013, Asia’s largest representative, integrated show for the pro-audio, film and TV industries. The system shows how UHDTV premium coverage such as live sport can be broadcast today. The Ericsson solution that it has in … [Read more...] about MEASAT and Ericsson to trial UHDTV video
Life Inspired extends HD service on MEASAT
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - MEASAT Satellite Systems Sdn. Bhd. has announced an agreement with Encompass Digital Media for a six-year extension of Li TV International Limited distribution from MEASAT’s 91.5°E orbital hotslot. Playout of Li TV HD is provided by Encompass through their broadcast facility in Singapore. Distributed via MEASAT-3a since 2009, Li TV HD features a vibrant stable of high quality, first-run entertainment across five key programming pillars of Food, Home, Wellness, … [Read more...] about Life Inspired extends HD service on MEASAT
Setanta Sports to go HD with MEASAT
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - MEASAT Satellite Systems Sdn. Bhd. has announced an agreement with Level 3 Communications (NYSE: LVLT), to upgrade the Setanta Sports channel on the MEASAT-3/3a video platform from standard definition to high definition. Founded in 1992, Setanta is an international sports broadcaster with operations in Ireland, Canada, Australia, Asia and Africa. Setanta owns and operates premium sports TV channels on a subscription basis to residential and commercial customers through … [Read more...] about Setanta Sports to go HD with MEASAT
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