International Datacasting Selected by Super Radio Network to Upgrade and Expand Radio Distribution Network
Ottawa, Ontario (PRWEB) November 12, 2014 -- International Datacasting is pleased to announce that Australian broadcaster SUPER RADIO NETWORK (SRN) has selected the STAR™ Pro Audio Solution to upgrade and expand their satellite radio distribution network. SRN has awarded a contract to IDC’s partner Omnicast Pty Limited to install and commission the system, which will be fully operational by January 1, 2015.
SRN is a major commercial radio broadcaster in Australia, and operates 36 AM & FM Radio Stations, 45 translators as well as five Sydney DAB+ Radio Stations. SRN delivers a majority of its radio programming, including “The John Laws Radio Morning Show”, from multiple studios to regional stations by satellite and has operated an IDC radio distribution system since 1995.
SRN will upgrade to IDC’s STAR Pro Audio Solution, which has the capacity and flexibility add additional programs to SRN’s existing network and make these programs available to regional stations. The upgrade includes IDC’s new STAR-4 receivers, which provide four separate high quality stereo channels. The IDC Net Manager and Event Manager will allow easy management of the deployed network.
The new network will utilize DVB-S2 modulation, which delivers significant cost savings due to efficient use of satellite bandwidth. OPTUS has been of great assistance to locate the new SRN carrier on the same transponder and satellite, enabling existing satellite dishes at the regional stations to be used without adjustment or repointing.
“The selection of the STAR Pro Audio Solution by this longtime customer is evidence of our ongoing commitment to providing leading-edge technology for radio broadcasters,” said Doug Lowther, President and CEO of IDC. “The combination of excellent audio quality and cost-savings offered by the new solution will be a great benefit to SRN.”
About International Datacasting Corporation:
International Datacasting Corporation (TSX: IDC) is a technology provider for the world’s premiere broadcasters in radio, television, data and digital cinema. IDC’s products and solutions are in demand for radio and television networks, targeted ad insertion, digital cinema, 3D live events, satellite news gathering, sports contribution, VOD, and IPTV. IDC is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, with regional offices in Arnhem, the Netherlands and in San Diego, California. For more information visit: http://www.datacast.com.
About Omnicast Pty Limited:
OMNICAST is an Australian systems integrator and representative company specialising in Radio, Television, Cinema and Satellite systems including:
- Systems Design
- Implementation
- Planning
- Commissioning
- Project Management
- Maintenance Services
- Supply of equipment and components
- Documentation and Training
OMNICAST's industry expertise has been gained through both of its founders Mario Fairlie and Ian Mackenzie (each having more than 45 years of Broadcasting experience). Through the years they have provided many solutions for the professional broadcasting and telecommunications industries. For more information visit: http://www.omnicast.com.au
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For more information, contact:
Walter Capitani
International Datacasting Corporation
+1-613-596-2400 x2287
wcapitani(at)datacast(dot)com
Walter Capitani, International Datacasting Corporation, http://www.datacast.com/, +1 6135962400 Ext: 2287, [email protected]
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