M2Sat

New M2sat SNGstreamer version launched
On the first of February 2008 M2sat has introduced a new version of the SNGstreamer. The new version, called SNGstreamer PRO, brings a number of improvements for customers bringing further benefits from the easy to use and cost effective MPEG-4 based IP-SNG system.

At the vehicle side we see the introduction of a larger touchscreen integrated in the uplink system. This enables SNG operators not only to better monitor their outgoing video stream, the touchscreen also acts as a super easy interface to operate the unit.
At the studio or headquarter side of the system the SNGstreamer PRO now supports multiple uplink systems handled by one downlink system.

The new version increases the user friendliness of the system in the field and makes a network of multiple SNG vehicles working via a single downlink station more economic. Click here for a description of the new version of the M2sat SNGstreamer.

Cutting SNG costs in half !
The combination of a remote controlled satellite system (no satellitet operator needed at the vehicle!) and the latest in MPEG-4 encoding (cutting bandwidth cost in half!) makes the SNGstreamer one of the most cost efficient live video solutions for SNG use on the market. Both initial investments and operational costs are cut in half when compared to tradional MPEG-2 SNG systems.

With that the system not only meets the requirements of event streamers, local and regional broadcasters or start up IPTV broadcasters, but also complements existing MPEG-2 based SNG facilities from national broadcasters and SNG companies with a need for low cost video contributions.

M2sat microSNG in full operation
For breaking news events around the world portable SNG systems play a key role. Certainly during early stage. Since the second part of 2007 the M2sat microSNG has been fully operational in the field and has proven it's strenght providing high quality video footage from breaking news sites in Africa and Azia directly to news shows in Europe.

The microSNG combines an Inmarsat BGAN terminal with a special Tandberg video codec that is optimally adapted for low bandwidths into one integrated system. In typical M2sat style the system is very easy to handle and can be operated by journalists without the need for specific satcom knowledge.

Superior video quality !
For those situations where a fast respons is critical the M2sat microSNG provides a complete solution in a robust and easy to transport flightcase.

The microSNG streams live and store and forward video via the Inmarsat satellite to the BGAN SAS in Burum the Netherlands and via the Stratos IP infrastructure to the Studio. M2sat takes care of the portable system as well as the studio infrastructure providing one seamless service.

Optimized for the BGAN's 256 kbps service the microSNG provides the best live video quality available via the Inmarsat network.

M2sat portfolio continues to expand.
With a range of TakeAway, Fly-Away and Drive-Away satellite news gathering solutions M2sat provides a full portfolio of small and easy to transport SNG solutions.

All M2sat SNG systems are characterised by a high value for money ratio, offering the best in video quality also for smaller budgets. All systems provide a full end to end live video contribution solution by integrating the latest satellite and video codec equipment in one easy to operate system, both at the remote end and the studio end of the connection.

We expect to introduce a number of new satellite video systems later this year including a Maritime Video System using Fleet and Fleet Broadband service and a Video Surveillance System using fixed satellite services. We will keep you up to date.