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About ADB
Advanced Digital Broadcast (ADB) provides a diverse range of products to the worldwide digital television industry. We supply digital set-top boxes across all television transmission platforms including cable, IPTV, satellite and terrestrial. Recognised as being first to market with new technology, ADB is the leading supplier of hybrid, IPTV set-top boxes in Europe. With over 11 million digital set-top boxes sold to a global customer base, ADB has an established presence in Australia, Italy, Poland, Taiwan, Thailand, Spain, Switzerland, the Ukraine, the United Kingdom and the United States. ADB has established itself as a trusted partner to television operators supporting them to launch new services using state-of-the-art technology. Through our unique end-to-end understanding of set-top box software, ADB is able to design and supply highly efficient and performance-optimised hardware platforms ahead of the competition.

Highlights
Company founded in 1995; over 12 years dedicated experience in digital TV More than 11 million digital set-top boxes supplied to broadcast customers worldwide Consistently first to market with award winning new technologies Multiple industry awards for new technologies and products 700+ employees worldwide (70% engineering) Over 200 technology patents applied for to-date A member of ADB Group; ADB Group is listed on the Swiss Exchange (SWX:ADBN)

A shared vision
ADB is the partner of choice for operators looking to optimise profitability from their commercial digital television service. Our multi-platform experience in supplying award winning hardware and software solutions ensures that we deliver innovative, revenue-generating products time and time again. In a highly competitive industry, our unique end-to-end knowledge of set-top box technology, coupled with an intimate understanding of the digital television business, ensures that we keep our customers ahead of their competition. Whatever your unique requirements, ADB is dedicated to enhancing subscriber revenues through a proactive and responsive team who share your vision to ensure that your pay TV business is as profitable as it can be. Whatever your technology platform, ADB maintains a position in not just leading the industry but defining it.

Key to our success is our close collaboration with our customers, technology partners and industry regulatory bodies. We are an expert in software integration, incorporating the industrys leading middleware, conditional access and hardware technologies.
Our customers
Austar Border States Electric Cablecom FASTWEB Graybar Grundig HanseNet (Alice) HelloHD HOT INDI Island Media ITI Jazztel Multimedia Polska ONO SeaMobile Starhub SureWest Telefnica Telefnica Chile Telefnica O2 Czech Republic Telegeneve Telekom Austria Telenet Telstraclear TrueVisions (UBC) Yes ZAP

Our technology partners


Alcatel-Lucent ANT BBC Motion Gallery Bitband Broadcom Conax DTS DivX Dolby Laboratories Entropic Envivio Harmonic Irdeto Latens Macrovision Metalink Minerva Networks Modulus Myrio Nagra NDS Netris Nortel Open TV Orca Interactive Osmosys Quative Scopus Seachange Siemens Sorenson Media ST MicroElectronics TANDBERG Television Texas Instruments Universal Electronics Verimatrix Viaccess Vidiom Systems Widevine Zappware

ADB-2100C
Entry-level, interactive digital cable set-top box

ADB-3810C HD
Entry-level, interactive, high definition digital cable set-top box

Cable Products
ADB provides a complete portfolio of cable products for operators' specific network requirements. All products feature a flexible choice of return path such as a V.92 modem for low-level two-way activity, or either an Ethernet interface or fully integrated EuroDOCSIS 2.0 modem for high-speed, two-way communications. All products are integrated with the industry's leading conditional access and middleware solutions, with our US products having the additional benefit of being certified to CableLabs unique requirements to meet the changing nature of the US market and the drive to open standards and separable security.
The ADB-2100C is a cost-effective, entry-level set-top box optimised for cable operators offering pay TV and interactive services. The product is supplied with a choice of return path via an Ethernet interface or V.92 modem. The ADB-3810C is an interactive, digital cable set-top box incorporating Advanced Video Coding and high definition television reception. Equipped with a choice of either Ethernet or PSTN modem, and a high quality HDMI connection, the product provides a cost-effective solution for delivering a wealth of advanced interactive television services into the home.

Key features
SD Video-on-Demand Advanced Graphical User Interface with automatic channel installation Two SCART Ethernet interface or PSTN V.92 modem

Key features
HD Video-on-Demand MPEG-2 and MPEG-4/H.264 reception HDMI interface with HDCP copy protection Advanced Graphical User Interface with automatic channel installation Ethernet interface or PSTN V.92 modem

ADB-4820C
Advanced, OpenCable Host 2.0 high definition set-top box with OCAP and DOCSIS 2.0

ADB-5810C/CX HD
Advanced,high definition, digital cable set-top box with optional DOCSIS return channel and digital video recording

ADB-6820C HD
Advanced, OpenCable Host 2.0 high definition set-top box with MoCA, OCAP and DOCSIS 2.0

ADB-6880CX HD
Advanced, high definition, digital cable set-top box with OpenCable compliant return channel and digital video recording

The ADB-4820C is an interactive, set-top box optimised for the next generation US cable networks. The unit is OpenCable compliant and features a high-speed DOCSIS return channel to support high-bandwidth two-way communications for Video on Demand (VoD), secure application download, and delivery of current and future advanced services. Conditional access is supported via a MultiStream CableCARD Host 2.0 interface.

The ADB-5810C/CX is a flexible, interactive, digital cable platform supporting high definition television reception. Equipped with a choice of return channels via Ethernet, PSTN or integrated DOCSIS modem, the product provides the operator with an advanced solution for delivering a wealth of enhanced television services into the home.

Key features
Fully compliant and certified OpenCable 2.0 Host device. Multi-Stream CableCARD Host 2.0 Interface Supports standard definition and high definition for MPEG-2, MPEG-4 (H.264) and SMPTE-421M (VC1). Compatible with DOCSIS 2.0+ channel bonding, supporting a total of 76Mbps downstream Patent pending ultra slim chassis and integrated mount for optionally locating behind flat panel TVs Uses HDMI-CEC for bidirectional communication to the consumers HDTV

Key features
HD Video-on-Demand PVR MPEG-2 and MPEG-4/H.264 and VC-1 reception HDMI interface with HDCP copy protection Optional DOCSIS/Euro-DOCSIS 2.0 modem, V.92 PSTN modem or Ethernet interface Optional twin DVB-C front end and up to 1TB hard disk drive

The ADB-6820C is an interactive set-top box optimised for the next generation US cable networks. The product supports home networking, allowing it to share all compliant content in a home. It is OpenCable compliant and features a high-speed DOCSIS DSG return channel to support high-bandwidth two-way communications for Video on Demand, secure application download and delivery of current and future advanced services. Conditional Access is supported via a Multi-Stream CableCARD Host 2.0 interface.

The ADB-6880CX is a flexible, interactive, digital cable platform. The product supports high-quality digital video recording and playback, allowing users to be in complete control of their television experience. It is OpenCable compliant and features a highspeed DOCSIS return channel. Security is supported via the CableCARD specification.

Key features
MPEG-2 and MPEG-4/H.264 and VC-1 reception HDMI interface with HDCP copy protection Compatible with DOCSIS 2.0+ channel bonding Optional embedded MoCA home connectivity interface Hard disk drive up to 1TB Fully compliant and certified OpenCable 2.0 host CableCARD interface OCAP middleware Full DLNA 1.5 support as a home networking client over Ethernet and MoCA interface

Key features
Fully compliant and certified OpenCable 2.0 Host. CableCARD Host 2.0 Interface - Multi-Stream. Compatible with DOCSIS 2.0+ channel bonding. Broadcast encoded video supported includes standard definition and high definition for MPEG-2, MPEG-4 (H.264) and SMPTE-421M (VC1). Full DLNA 1.5 support as a home networking client over Ethernet and MoCA interfaces Embedded MoCA interface

ADB-2800/10W HD
High definition AVC IPTV set-top box with home networking capabilities

IPTV Products
ADB has established itself as one of the leading suppliers of IPTV set-top boxes worldwide - our award-winning IPTV products are re-defining operator business models, enabling an exciting mix of triple play, on-demand and personalised entertainment services. ADBs highly optimised product platforms increase average revenue per subscriber, whilst at the same time eliminate expensive duplication in network infrastructure investment through highly efficient implementations of technologies such as Advanced Video Coding and complementary hybrid broadcast television decoding.
In a report issued in 2007, the independent industry research firm, Infonetics Research, ranked ADB world leader in hybrid IPTV shipments in the second quarter of 2007. This confirms ADB's leadership in hybrid IPTV technologies.
The ADB-2800/10W high definition entrylevel digital set-top box is optimised for IPTV reception. The product can act as a dedicated receiver or as part of a home network.

Key features
Advanced Graphical User Interface navigation via browser Media Player Ethernet interface USB 2.0 high-speed communication port Multi-room DVR-compliant

ADB-3800/10 (C/S/T) W HD
Advanced, high definition IPTV set-top box with home networking capabilities

ADB-5810 (C/S/T) WX HD
Advanced, high definition IPTV Digital Video Recorder with home networking capabilities

ADB-5811WX C/S/T WX HD
Advanced, high definition IPTV Digital Video Recorder with home networking capabilities

All ADBs IPTV solutions can offer the following Internet TV capabilities

The ADB-3800/10W is an advanced, interactive, digital set-top box optimised for IP-based telecommunications networks. The product is compatible with high definition and standard definition television transmissions across all industry standard compressions. The unit is equipped with optional hybrid functionality allowing it to receive services delivered via cable, satellite and terrestrial, in addition to IPTV.

The ADB-5810WX is an advanced, interactive Digital Video Recorder optimised for IPTV, supporting high-quality digital recording and playback. The unit is equipped with optional hybrid functionality allowing it to receive services delivered via cable, satellite and terrestrial, in addition to IPTV.

The ADB-5811WX is an advanced, interactive digital video recorder optimised for IPTV reception. The product is compatible with standard definition and high definition television reception and supports high-quality digital recording and playback. The unit can act as a server when part of a multi-room home networking system. The ADB-5811WX incorporates HCNA technology.

DivX, DivX DRM and DivX Connected WMV/WMA/WMDRM (Windows Media) Standards-based browser

Key features
Optional DVB-T, C or S digital reception Advanced Graphical User Interface navigation via browser HDMI interface with HDCP copy protection Ethernet interface USB 2.0 high-speed communication port

Key features
Optional DVB-T, C or S digital reception Advanced Graphical User Interface navigation via browser HDMI interface with HDCP copy protection Ethernet interface USB 2.0 high-speed communication port Up to 1TB hard disk drive capacity

Key features
Advanced Graphical User Interface navigation via browser HDMI interface Ethernet interface USB 2.0 high-speed communication port Up to 1TB hard disk drive capacity HomePNA over Coax

All ADB's IPTV set-top boxes support UPnP and DLNA; as well as Windows Media Connect

General IPTV Software Development Kit.


Middlewares running on ADB's IPTV set-top boxs: CTI, Fastweb, Latens, MiViewTV, Minerva, Netris, OMP, Smart Labs, Siemens Myrio, Zignal JavaScript support available for various external middleware development IPTV SDK available for nativeapplication or native-module application The latest and fasted Mozilla Firefox 3.0 available on ADB's software stack Video Conferencing

ADB-2100S
Entry-level, interactive digital satellite set-top box

Satellite Products
Satellite products have been at the heart of ADBs product portfolio since we launched our first set-top boxes over twelve years ago. Today we supply a full range of satellite products from entry-level set-top boxes through to state-of-the-art, high definition digital video recorders. All products have a flexible choice of return path depending on network requirements and our advanced set-top boxes have the additional ability to access broadband services, such as Video on Demand, via Ethernet. All products are integrated with the industry's leading conditional access and middleware solutions to ensure the most appropriate choice of security and interactivity.
The ADB-2100S is a cost-effective, entry-level set-top box optimized for satellite operators offering pay TV and interactive services.

Key features
Advanced Graphical User Interface MPEG-2 reception Audio/Video connectivity: SCART or 3x RCA with S-Video, S/PDIF (optical)

ADB-3100S
Advanced, interactive digital satellite set-top box

ADB-5800S HD
Advanced, high definition AVC digital satellite set-top box

ADB-5800SX HD
Advanced, high definition satellite Digital Video Recorder

ADB-7820SX
Advanced, high definition satellite dgital video recorder

The ADB-3100S is a fully-featured digital settop box, designed to receive both free-to-air and pay TV satellite services. It has the additional ability to process content delivered over an IP-based Ethernet network for advanced, high bandwidth services such as Video on Demand.

The ADB-5800S is an advanced, interactive, digital set-top box for satellite operators. The product enables high definition and standard definition reception based on DVB-S2 standards and supports both MPEG-2 and MPEG-4.

The ADB-5800SX is an advanced, interactive, Digital Video Recorder for satellite operators. The product provides decoding of high definition and standard definition transmissions to the DVB-S2 standard. The product has a built-in hard disk drive for digital video recording, allowing consumers to be in complete control of their television viewing.

The ADB-7820SX is an interactive satellite digital video recorder. The product is designed for satellite operators who operate advanced, two-way networks and want to deliver high bandwidth services, such as Video on Demand to their customers. The product provides decoding of high definition and standard definition transmissions to the DVB-S2 standard.

Key features
Audio/Video connectivity : 2x SCART, 6x RCA, S/PDIF (optical and coaxial) USB 2.0 high-speed communication port V.92 PSTN modem with optional Ethernet interface MPEG-2 streaming over Ethernet interface

Key features
USB 2.0 high-speed communication port HDMI interface with HDCP copy protection Option for V.90/92 PSTN modem Ethernet interface Home networking-ready Option for DVB common interface

Key features
USB 2.0 high-speed communication port HDMI interface with HDCP copy protection Push-VoD and VoD ready (MPEG streaming over Ethernet Interface) Up to 1TB hard disk drive capacity Home networking ready

Key features
Advanced Graphical User Interface Ethernet interface or PSTN V.92 modem USB2.0 high-speed communication port HDMI interface with HDCP copy protection Integrated with NDS XTV Push-VoD and VoD ready

ADB-2100T
Entry-level, interactive, digital terrestrial set-top box

ADB-3800/10T HD
Interactive, high definition digital terrestrial set-top box

Terrestrial Products
ADB's award-winning range of digital terrestrial products combine advanced, yet cost-effective technology, with plug and play installation to ensure optimisation for retail distribution. Our range has been carefully constructed to meet the requirements of both public and commercial broadcasters with the inclusion of open standards middleware, such as MHP, to support interactive revenue-generating services including Push Video-on-Demand and pay per view. We also offer a choice of multiple CA where service providers must co-exist on the same platform. ADB provides products that are supplied under its own i-CAN brand or through the high profile brands of various OEM partners.
The ADB-2100T enables the reception of free-to-air digital terrestrial channels and access to premium, pay-per-view content via a choice of integrated conditional access systems. The ADB-3800/10T is an advanced set-top box designed specifically for digital terrestrial television operators. The product is ready for high definition television, is fitted with a HDMI interface to ensure high quality transfer of sound and images to an HD-Ready TV set.

Key features
Fully DVB-Terrestrial and DVB-MHP 1.0.3-compliant State-of-the-art processor PSTN V.92 modem with optional Ethernet interface Single smart card for access to encrypted services Software upgradeable via remote download Compact: small and elegant design with TV, VCR and home cinema connections

Key features
Supports MPEG-2 and MPEG-4/H.264 reception HDMI interface with HDCP copy protection Multimedia Home Platform (MHP) middleware Optional V.92 PSTN modem and Ethernet interface USB 2.0 high speed communication port

ADB-5100TX
Advanced, interactive terrestrial Digital Video Recorder

ADB-5810TX HD
High definition, Push VoD-ready Digital Video Recorder

The ADB-5100TX is an advanced, interactive Digital Video Recorder optimised for digital terrestrial networks. The product is integrated with Multimedia Home Platform (MHP) software and supports high-quality digital recording and playback, enabling users to be in complete control of their television experience.

The ADB-5810TX is an advanced, interactive Digital Video Recorder optimised for digital terrestrial networks. The product is integrated with Multimedia Home Platform (MHP) software and supports high-quality digital recording and playback. The product is Push Video on Demand (Push VoD)-ready, enabling operators to download premium, pay TV content onto the hard disk drive for consumers to retrieve at their convenience.

i-CAN is the retail brand of ADB and can be licensed globally to both distributors and consumer electronics manufacturers for the marketing of digital set-top boxes.
i-CAN set-top boxes provide the ultimate TV entertainment experience, enabling viewers to access digital quality programming with a full range of interactive services delivered rapidly and reliably. ADB developed the first MHP set-top boxes to be successfully mass-deployed in countries broadcasting free and pay interactive television. Our award winning i-CAN products are available through various distribution channels under the i-CAN brand as well as being marketed under reputable global consumer electronic brands.

Key features
Advanced Graphical User Interface navigation for managing recording/playback V.92 PSTN modem and Ethernet interface on option USB 2.0 high speed communication port Up to 1TB hard disk drive capacity Independent watch & record, time shift viewing and automatic recording MP3 download and playback

Key features
Supports MPEG-2 and MPEG-4/H.264 reception USB 2.0 high speed communication port HDMI interface with HDCP copy protection Ethernet interface Up to 1TB hard disk drive capacity Independent watch & record, time shift viewing and automatic recording Ready for home networking Push VoD application and advanced Electronic Programme Guide V.92 modem and Ethernet interface

www.i-can.tv

Global Headquarters Advanced Digital Broadcast SA Avenue de Tournay 7 1292 Chambesy Geneva Switzerland tel: +41 22 799 07 99 fax: +41 22 799 07 90 Americas Headquarters Advanced Digital Broadcast Inc. 150 N. Michigan Avenue Suite 1500 Chicago Illinois 60601 USA tel: +1 312 795 9720 fax: +1 312 795 9728 Asia-Pacific Headquarters Advanced Digital Broadcast Ltd. 15F, 205, Section 3, Pei-Hsin Road Hsin-Tien City Taipei Country, 23143 Taiwan R.O.C. tel: +886 2 8913 1500 fax: +886 2 8913 1510
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. CableCARD, DOCSIS, Euro-DOCSIS, OCAP and OpenCable are all trademarks of Cable Television Laboratories, Inc. DLNA, the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED are trademarks, service marks, or certification marks of the Digital Living Network Alliance. UPnP is a certification mark of the UPnP Implementers Corporation. ADB S.A. reserves the right to change, modify or enhance product specifications at any time without prior written notice. ADB S.A. is a member of ADB Group (www.adbholdings.com). 2008 Advanced Digital Broadcast.

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