Techex Delivers the First Phase of Comux's Local TV Project using Nevion IP Technology
Oslo, Norway, 26 November 2013
UK IPTV specialist Techex has deployed products from leading media transport provider Nevion for the up and coming local TV project in the UK. Techex was commissioned by DTT infrastructure operator Comux to design, commission and support the end-to-end broadcast network for the local TV broadcasting platform. The first service on the network, Estuary TV, goes live on 26 November 2013.
After extensively testing a range of products from the major vendors in the market, Techex selected Nevion's TVG450 JPEG 2000 encoders/decoders for video contribution, the TVG425 IP-to-ASI converter for video distribution and the TNS544 for seamless Single Frequency Network (SFN) switching at the transmitter sites. The whole system is controlled and monitored by Nevion's Connect Management System. Nevion exceeded many of the parameters as specified in the testing programme, whilst the ease of use of the Graphical User Interface, a logical and coherent future upgrade story, and unrivalled industry references made the Nevion solution stand out above others.
The TVG450 JPEG2000 Gateway allows each Local TV studio to cost effectively contribute video over IP to a central Network Operations Centre, whilst ensuring the transmission remains of the highest quality. Contribution using a JPEG2000 algorithm shall allow Comux to achieve the highest quality of video at the subsequent MPEG2 compression stage, thereby optimising the use of precious DTT bandwidth. The flexible configuration capability of the TVG450, e.g. allowing simultaneous encoder and decoder use, gives Comux and the Local TV licensees many other operational advantages.
The TVG425 was chosen for the task of IP to ASI conversion, in order that the transmitters could be fed with a stable ASI feed. This allowed Comux to select a lower cost IP distribution network than has traditionally been the case, safe in the knowledge that the equipment would be able to cope with high levels of packet loss, jitter and latency typical of IP networks. The TVG 425's were equipped with ETR 101290 input monitoring
For the SFN sites, TNS544 Seamless TS over IP switch, was deployed in order to maintain perfect network synchronisation, thereby preventing destructive RF interference with other networks.
The TVG425 and TNS544 devices provide Comux with automatic redundancy in order to ensure the signal is on air even if a failure in the distribution network occurs, Nevion's IP Diversity functionality.
Earlier in the year, Comux had also chosen Nevion's SI Manager devices for deployment across the network. These units allow the smooth integration between local TV stations (using the Comux DTT infrastructure) and the UK's Freeview service, which uniquely in the world, sees the cross-carriage of Service Information between multiplexes, enabling the on-screen programme guide to present the viewer with a single reference point for all programs. This unified presentation of information enhances the viewer experience and hides complexity. The Nevion solution enables Comux to efficiently implement cross carriage of electronic program guide data in accordance with the UK DMOL Service Information Manager specification.
Chris Romilly, Chief Technical Officer at Comux commented When it came to assessing the project overall, it became clear that the only way to meet all the requirements and to do it cost-effectively was via IP. We knew the Nevion equipment had a history of performance and reliability from the recent experience of the Digital Switch-Over project in the UK. This, combined with their demonstrable strength in IP video delivery, gave us the confidence that Nevion could offer the quality assurances that Comux is looking for.
Nick Pywell, managing director of Nevion in the UK said; With Comux planning to deliver local TV to 12 million homes by mid-2014, they need a flexible solution that's easy to set up and offers a high level of performance. The merger between T-VIPS and Nevion earlier this year means we can deliver IP transport technology that is renowned in its field and remains the preferred choice of major terrestrial operators around the world.
About Comux
Comux UK was created to meet the demand from potential local TV operators for an equitable, efficient and co-operative approach to providing a cost-effective distribution infrastructure for local TV in the UK. www.comux.co.uk
About Techex
Techex's core business is assisting its partners to benefit from the advantages brought about by IP transmission. It has unrivalled experience in implementing IP based solutions and has built up an impressive list of clients including BSkyB, BBC, Arqiva, Globecast, Disney and Discovery. www.techex.co.uk
About Nevion
Building on a heritage of innovation and pioneering firsts, Nevion is a leader in media transport - from the camera to the home. A result of two industry-leading companies - Nevion and T-VIPS - coming together in late 2012, Nevions approach to innovation is driving the convergence of broadcast, IT and telecoms technologies.
Through long-term strategic relationships with partners and customers, Nevion delivers content for major sporting and live TV events worldwide. Some of the worlds largest media networks are built on Nevion technologies - including AT&T, Arqiva, BBC, BT, CCTV, EBU, TDF, Telefonica, Telenor and NASA.
Nevion fully manages all network types - from legacy infrastructure upgrades to entirely new digital systems - with intelligence, automation and security built-in, helping customers monetise content, save resources, and open doors to new revenue streams.
Nevions world headquarters are in Norway with Americas headquarters in California. Nevion also maintains offices in the UK, Dubai, Beiji
Most recent headlines
06/10/2025
France T l visions, France's leading broadcaster, has received the 2025 EBU ...
04/09/2025
Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE), in collaboration with Dalet, has been a...
30/08/2025
WASHINGTON The Federal Communications Commission has adopted its FY 2025 Regulatory Fees Order that establishes the regulatory fee rates for the broadcast stati...
29/08/2025
Australian Red Cross and SBS launch training to help workplaces in the fight aga...
29/08/2025
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sp...
29/08/2025
L3Harris Technologies has concentrated decades of expertise across the entire enterprise to develop affordable and reliable best-of-breed solutions to rapidly c...
29/08/2025
BURBANK, Calif. The CW Network and the Pac-12 Conference have announced a new media rights deal that will extend their broadcast partnership beginning with the ...
29/08/2025
NEW YORK Gracenote has released a new analysis of its global video dataset showing that the number of FAST channels grew nearly 14% from Q1 2025 and 76% since 2...
29/08/2025
SAN JOSE, Calif. Harmonic has announced a series of improvements to its live sports streaming solution that the company said will improve fan engagement, protec...
29/08/2025
NEW YORK and LOS ANGELES Fox Corp. and YouTube TV last night announced a renewal of the full portfolio of Fox networks, including Fox News Channel, Fox Business...
29/08/2025
Budapest, Hungary, August 2025 - The integration of Microsoft Teams Rooms (MTR) with Lightware's Taurus universal matrix switchers delivers a new level of f...
29/08/2025
Frequency, the engine behind many of the world's best-known streaming television channels, today announced it will launch Studio Live, a next-generation uni...
29/08/2025
In an era when AI and cyber resilience are essential, Scality will mark the 10th anniversary of Scality Day on October 16, 2025 in Paris. This flagship global e...
29/08/2025
Disguise's In-House Creative and Technical Teams Pre-Visualised, Programmed and Delivered Content for the Experience, All Powered by EX 3+
Technology solu...
29/08/2025
Disguise will be demonstrating the latest workflows for TV, film and live events on a number of partner booths at the show
Disguise, the industry-leading tech...
29/08/2025
STOCKHOLM, Sweden Accedo will showcase Accedo Compose, its AI agent-powered modular orchestration layer that assists streaming providers in transitioning client...
29/08/2025
LOS ANGELES Cineverse has announced that it is working with Xperi to bring four of its streaming channels to automobiles for the first time as part of the DTS A...
29/08/2025
DALLAS & ATLANTA Gray Media has announced an agreement with the sports streaming service Victory+ to simulcast 17 Dallas Stars NHL games in 15 television market...
29/08/2025
NEW YORK AND CULVER CITY Comcast NBCUniversal and Amazon have announced new and extended distribution agreements that will expand the content available on their...
29/08/2025
FOOTHILL RANCH, Calif. RED Digital Cinema will feature its Cine-Broadcast Module supporting live broadcast workflows during IBC2025, Sept. 12-15, at the RAI Ams...
29/08/2025
29 Aug 2025
Kyivstar Rings Opening Bell at Nasdaq Marking Landmark Listing and ...
29/08/2025
More than half of all NFL games live on Sky for the first timeFriday 29 August 2025
Sky Sports has announced a new three-year deal with the NFL, extending its ...
29/08/2025
Back to All News
RIV4LRIES: The Trailer of the New Series With Samuele Carrino ...
29/08/2025
Get ready for an inspiring and emotional insight into the world of competitive Irish dancing with My Story: Tomi Champion of the World airing on RT 2 this monda...
29/08/2025
RT has today announced that David McCullagh is to be the new presenter of RT Radio 1's flagship Today programme, which airs every weekday at 10am, replaci...
28/08/2025
By Kristin Feeley, Director, Documentary Film & Artist Programs
If you want to tell untold stories, if you want to give voice to the voiceless, you've got ...
28/08/2025
Directed by Steven Bognar and Julia Reichert, Sundance Institute-supported Amer...
28/08/2025
Corridos have been a cornerstone of M sica Mexicana for generations, telling stories rooted in everyday life. Now, a new chapter is taking shape: motivational c...
28/08/2025
Los corridos han sido un pilar de la M sica Mexicana durante generaciones, contando historias enraizadas en la vida cotidiana. Ahora, un nuevo cap tulo est tom...
28/08/2025
Earlier this month, we promised our Verano Forever party would bring the heat, a...
28/08/2025
L3Harris will provide the Polish F-16V fleet with the Viper Shield electronic warfare system as part of an upgrade program....
28/08/2025
Bilbao, August 26, 2025 - AgileTV, an international television and video technol...
28/08/2025
Ken Wilkinson is an Emmy Awards nominated New York audio engineer who specialises in production sound mixing for film, commercial, episodic and documentary work...
28/08/2025
NEW YORK FuboTV today announced that it will launch Fubo Sports, a skinny bundle that focuses on sports with a subscription price of $56 monthly....
28/08/2025
NEVADA City, Calif. At IBC2025, Sept. 12-15 at the RAI Amsterdam, Telestream will debut its new Global Ingest strategy, introducing a next-generation ingest arc...
28/08/2025
Dr. Rhoda Bernard Releases Groundbreaking Debut Book on Accessible Arts Educatio...
28/08/2025
TAG Video Systems, the leader in software-based IP end-to-end workflow monitoring, deep probing, and real-time visualization, has named Oliver Gappa as Sales Di...
28/08/2025
AI-based voice enhancement will be among a series of innovations making their IBC 2025 debut on the DHD stand B46 in Hall 8 at the RAI Amsterdam Convention Cent...
28/08/2025
Telef nica Servicios Audiovisuales (TSA), the leading system integrator and service provider in the media sector in Spain, with the support of Appear, the globa...
28/08/2025
To fully immerse sailing fans in the world's biggest offshore yacht race, production company, Optical Media turned to LiveU's On-site Production solutio...
28/08/2025
Working with Calrec on its most recent overhaul, radio and television broadcaster, WNED has migrated to a fully IP infrastructure with multiple Type R consoles,...
28/08/2025
Cleeng, the Subscriber Retention Management (SRM ) inventor, has unveiled Cleeng Pro, the first-ever direct-to-consumer (D2C) subscription management platform t...
28/08/2025
Zixi, the industry leader in live broadcast-quality video over IP, today announced that French media distribution platform OKAST has selected Zixi to enable rel...
28/08/2025
Solution offers a streamlined, speaker-free architecture to optimize integration with premium external loudspeakers and advanced loudness metering
Nixer Pro Au...
28/08/2025
Cinegy, the premier provider of software-defined television technology, has announced a strategic partnership with Vision One Touch Film Production Services L.L...
28/08/2025
Telestream, a global leader in media workflow technologies, will debut its new Global Ingest strategy at IBC2025, introducing a next-generation ingest architect...
28/08/2025
Tier 1 operator selects Broadpeak to power high-performance, unified CDN solution across Norway, Sweden and Finland
Broadpeak, a leader in streaming and moneti...
28/08/2025
Leading video software provider, Synamedia, today announced that 24 Frames Digital, one of India's leading live event streaming service providers, has chose...
28/08/2025
Meet VisualOn at IBC2025: See What's Next in AI-Powered Video Streaming Join VisualOn at IBC2025 and discover how our AI-driven Optimizer and advanced media...
Techex Delivers the First Phase of Comux's Local TV Project using Nevion IP Technology 
