NAB SHOW - Omneon's Networked Content Server has been chosen by the BBC for two projects as part of an expansion by the Corporation in play-out infrastructure. The BBC has ordered two, six-channel systems with 20 hours of MPEG2 storage in each system for installation in its Multi-Streaming Area (MSA) at Television Centre in London.

The two projects are using OmniBus' multi-channel control and automation system, Colossus, which is the first installation of the system at the BBC. The overall project is being managed by ATG Spectrum, one of the UK's leading independent system integrators.

Nigel Smith, managing director of ATG Spectrum™ said, "The BBC is installing an advanced play-out system which we believe will be a model for many broadcasters and content owners planning enhanced multi-channel services. It is extremely cost effective and flexible, both in terms of the Omneon system and Omnibus Colossus control, allowing additional channels to be easily and cost effectively incorporated into the network."

Larry Kaplan, president and CEO of Omneon Video Networks said, "To be chosen by the BBC as part of this expansion of its play-out facilities is a landmark for Omneon. The work with the BBC reinforces the Omneon vision and message that the widespread and growing deployment of digital services will require a new flexible infrastructure. Working together with our application and system partners, the Networked Content Server provides a powerful and flexible solution. The system model, developed and implemented by a key European integrator ATG Spectrum, will be of great relevance to many broadcasters and content owners worldwide as they seek to implement flexible and cost effective multi-channel digital systems."

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

ATG Spectrum™ is a leading UK system integration company founded in 1993 which has carried out extensive work for the BBC, and other UK broadcasters as well as a number of UK post production houses including currently working with Sony Systems on a high definition facility in London for Home. ATG has also recently completed a major project for the National Icelandic Broadcaster RUV. ATG Spectrum's web site is: www.atgspectrum.co.uk.

Omneon Video Networks provides infrastructure for new media. Omneon's Networked Content Server is a highly scalable, data-type independent, shared-storage infrastructure. The solution is a platform that supports third-party software applications for control and transmission, media management, archive, and collaborative production. Omneon systems are used by content producers and distributors for simultaneous program creation and re-purposing for any type of distribution method. Omneon's products consist of server, disk controller, scalable Fiber Channel storage components, and software that together form a content server system. Channel or user scalability is achieved by using both IEEE 1394 and Ethernet networking technologies. This open systems architecture, known as a VIDEO AREA NETWORK, enables facilities to ingest, route, store, share and distribute digital media-comprised of audio, video, and any type of related data. Omneon Video Networks, headquartered in Sunnyvale, Calif., is privately held and funded by prominent venture capital firms. Omneon's web site is www.Omneon.com.

Omnibus Systems headquartered in Stanford-on-Soar in the UK since 1994, has rapidly established a worldwide reputation as the premier system for station automation, encompassing all aspects of operation from lines-in to transmission and from remote camera control to satellite positioning. Omnibus Systems has designed and installed automation at more than 50 sites worldwide including the BBC, ITN and MTV Europe (UK), KGO-TV (USA), NOB and TMF (Holland), NRK (Norway) and TV4 (Sweden), helping to create the world's first tape-less digital television station. Omnibus has recently expanded its products and services to the U.S. markets, opening offices in Nevada City, CA and Salt Lake City, UT, USA. For more information, visit www.omnibus.tv.

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