TVU Announces Release of TVUBroadcast v2.0
Mountain View, CA – February 3, 2008 - TVU Networks, the leading global service for live Internet TV, today announced the release of its broadcast software application, TVUBroadcast v2.0.
Built on feedback and input from hundreds of professional and amateur broadcasters who have successfully distributed their live television content on TVU to a worldwide audience, TVUBroadcast v2.0 not only greatly reduces the complexity of broadcasting a live TV signal, but also includes features for better content management.
With the launch of TVUBroadcast v 2.0, for the first time, an individual with a PC, a web cam, and a broadband connection is able to broadcast a live television signal to millions of viewers worldwide. For professional content owners, TVUBroadcast v2.0 also enables monetization of their live television channel with TVU's integrated targeted in-stream video advertising and subscription tools.
The salient features of this major release include:
- Integration with Microsoft Windows Media Encoder, dramatically reducing the complexity of broadcasting a live TV signal to global audiences.
- Ability to specify Video File Lists, for enhanced file management capabilities including on-the-fly, real-time file management for modifying file lists during a broadcast
- Real-time monitoring of Viewers on a Channel, for improved information access
- Cue tone/Advertising Insertions for file-based broadcasting, enabling stepped-up monetization capabilities for Broadcasters
- Web-based, improved User Interface for ease-of-use and better navigation
Paul Shen, CEO of TVU Networks states, "With the launch of TVUBroadcast v2.0, for the first time, anyone with a broadband, WiFi or 3G connection can set up a TV channel and broadcast its signal in high quality to global audiences. The simple and intuitive TVUBroadcast v2.0 enables anyone to get a TV channel up and running in three easy steps."
According to John Murphy, Director of Nostalgia Merchant U.K., www.thenostalgiamerchantuk.com, "As a veteran broadcaster with five TV and two radio channels on TVU, I've been pleased with the TVUBroadcast application to date. What I did not expect was the improved video file management system in the new v2.0. During my beta testing, I also found tremendous usability enhancements that are sure to make my life easier with my seven TVU channels."
TVUBroadcast v2.0 is a free software application, downloadable at www.tvunetworks.com TVUBroadcast v2.0 is also available bundled into a TVU appliance. There is no charge for broadcasting on TVU; the service also provides monetization capabilities for content owners including subscription services and personalized in-stream ad insertion tools.
About TVU Networks:
TVU Networks, www.tvunetworks.com, delivers a live global TV service transmitted via the Internet. The service combines patent-pending Real-time P2P television delivery technology with a global network of content providers to bring viewers programs that they won't find on their local cable and satellite TV system, including sports and news from around the world. For TV broadcasters, both professional and amateur, TVU Networks offers a cost-effective turnkey solution to reach a global viewer base with an unlimited channel capacity and very low broadcasting costs. TVU's solution includes effective monetization capabilities for content owners, including geo-filtering, subscription services and personalized in-stream ad insertion tools.
TVU Networks contact:
Mika Saitoh
+1.415.517.5555
mika@tvunetworks.com
www.tvunetworks.com
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