EXSET AND MSTAR COOPERATE TO PRODUCE IDEAL SET-TOP BOX DESIGN FOR EMERGING MARKETS

EXSET AND MSTAR COOPERATE TO PRODUCE IDEAL SET-TOP BOX DESIGN FOR EMERGING MARKETS 01 Oct 2013

Exset, pioneers of TV ecosystems for developing markets, has today announced a close cooperation with pioneering set-top box technology developers MStar to create a semiconductor solution and software platform ideally suited to Exset's Digital Monetization ecosystem.

This strategic alliance has seen the combining of MStar's silicon, hardware conditional access (CAS) and software stack to create a set-top box architecture and reference design in synergy with Exset's Digital Monetization System (DMS).

DMS is Exset's unique business and technology model that makes pay-TV self-financing without depending exclusively on subscriber fees for revenue. DMS bridges the gap between technology supply and value-add service creation, facilitating digital television platforms that can be monetised in emerging markets where previously virtually impossible. This allows populations to benefit from new information and entertainment services while operators and governments, when partnering with Exset, monetise digital switchover and assist in bringing about social transformation.

Scot Cuthbertson, Technical Director, MStar Europe, said, The close cooperation between broadcast technology vendor Exset and MStar's set-top box R&D team enabled us to design a truly optimised platform. The DMS service combined with hardware conditional access provides an interactive pay-TV solution at a new cost/performance tier in the market. Exset was able to capitalise on MStar's end-to-end silicon, software and support resources to deliver a highly efficient solution.

The set-top box reference design and software stack will be supplied to relevant companies for set-top box customisation and manufacture.

Alex Borland, CEO, Exset, said, The set-top box reference design is essential to the deployment of DMS and we're really pleased to be partnering with MStar because of the company's acknowledged expertise in the field. Together we have been able to create a fantastic user experience at a price point that will make people really sit up and listen.

About Exset:

Exset is a broadcast technology and solutions company founded in 2011. It is based in The Netherlands with offices in the UK, Estonia and India. Exset provides complete solutions to the television industry focusing on emerging markets where localisation, social and economic factors require a fresh approach to traditional technology supply. Exset works collaboratively to provide a unique service, understanding developing markets and working with TV operators in to monetise platform deployments.

About MStar Semiconductor:

MStar Semiconductor, Inc. ( MStar ) is a world-class leader in Application Specific ICs ( ASIC ) with a focus on consumer electronic products and communication applications. Since the inception in 2002, MStar has established a strong brand and leadership position in analog and digital TV, set-top box, and LCD monitor by fully leveraging its core expertise of cutting-edge design capabilities, continuous innovation and premier customer-focused services. Headquartered in Taiwan, MStar has a comprehensive global footprint with well-established R&D and customer support centres to provide a full range of solutions for various consumer electronic applications. MStar went public in 2010 and is listed on Taiwan Stock Exchange. For more information, please visit www.mstarsemi.com or contact Investor Relations at +886 3 552 6006 Ext. 5888 or investorrelations@mstarsemi.com.

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