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As technology evolves, media outlets are looking for ways to gather and distribute news from the scene to the screen. Streamlining the process to become more cost-efficient without affecting quality has companies turning to the latest state-of-the-art satellite technology. The mass communication industry is quickly taking advantage of KA-SAT satellite connections as a means to transmit and receive high-quality video, pictures and data in real time from any location in the world. Telecommunications services, such as Newspotter, are ideal for media outlets that are looking to streamline the news and data gathering process.
These types of services allow news outlets to use a KA-SAT satellite connection whenever needed. For example, Newspotter lets companies reserve a connection with an online self-booking application. This means a connection is ensured despite time constraints, like last minute or occasional use.
There are some big advantages to using this type of news gathering service. Besides the internet-based booking, the application allows users to set the delivery signal to the injection point and requires minimal training. The Newspotter interface is built into a lightweight kit with a small antenna, making it easy to transport, deploy and point.
Another important aspect of choosing this type of connection is its affordability and that it is the most ecological way to communicate over long distances. Services, such as Newspotter, allow media companies to streamline their news and data gathering process efficiently and affordably. Operating completely with solar power and launched by hydrogen engines, the KA Satellite creates the same amount of carbon dioxide as a coast-to-coast ride on a Boeing 747.
One of the most recent examples of how KA Satellite use can impact a business is the launch of Spanish telecom operator, Telefonica’s video service. This wholesale service provides video transmission specifically for the TV news industry. This means broadcast-quality live video can be transmitted from remote locations. Telefonica was able to launch their service during remote two very important events, Mexico’s federal elections and the Copa America football tournament in Chile. Both events tested the limits of the satellite’s capabilities.
KA-SAT connections are quickly becoming the choice of media companies looking for a way to make the news and data gathering process simple, efficient, and affordable. High-bandwidth services, such as Newspotter, are prepared to meet the strict demands of professional satellite needs from enterprise networks to Internet backhaul, backup services and M2M connectivity.
Experts are urging those that think this type of transmission is the solution for their companies to quickly reserve the service for themselves. The popularity of KA Satellite connections is quickly growing. In a recent interview with Via Satellite, President and CEO of DataPath, David Myers shared why this is such an incredible time for satellite technology.
“Right now is one of the most exciting times in recent history in the satellite industry,” says Myers. “In the last few years one of the big drivers for the whole industry has been the launch of the new-generation of [HTS]. And that just has a trickle-down effect everywhere. It means that the end customer can get much higher data rates … and true High-Definition [HD], full-motion video/audio applications in near real time. Things you couldn’t do practically even just a few years ago for an affordable price. And that’s of course driving the antenna manufacturers and the ground service providers and the rest of the ecosystem of the industry to up their game.”
The future looks so bright for this industry, experts are already discussing the introduction of ultra-HD transmission. David Crawford, another leading mind in the satellite and media industry said the innovation is right around the corner.
“We expect in the next five years Ultra-HD to be in the market but relatively modest. Over satellite we think it will be sports only, but over the Internet there will be quite a lot of 4K delivered. That would be the first three years, and then the three to five or six year view will depend on that pricing dynamic in the market.”
As the industry continues to increase bandwidth, throughput and other capabilities, this satellite technology will continue to undergo impressive innovations. These advancements are incorporating reliable service for voice, video and data transmission. The KA Satellite offers a unique, affordable and efficient solution to those dealing with bandwidth problems or those wanting to broadcast spontaneously or from a remote location.
