BROADCAST SERVICES :: DIGITAL CINEMA

Digital Cinema Package (DCP) delivery via satellite is a cost-effective, fast and secure solution

:: simultaneous delivery of content to multiple locations over a large area
:: proven technology for broadband content delivery
:: global, open standards (DVB-S2)

Satellite distribution ensures a secure end-to-end connection. Content is distributed in real-time from the Hub to all cinemas in the coverage areas. Network access is immediate and independent of terrestrial connections. Providing the fastest download speeds available, a 150 Gbytes digital film takes less than 5 hours to deliver via satellite.

Eutelsat created the first European network of live 3D broadcasting to film cinemas
Capitalising on a satellite’s very high throughput and on recognised know-how, Eutelsat has been broadcasting leading sport and cultural events, live and in HD, to cinemas over Europe since 2008.

:: 3D broadcasts of a Julien Clerc concert (July 2009) and of the France-England match in the Six Nation Rugby Tournament (March 2010) paved the way for 3D live events in cinemas
:: The success of the 2010 FIFA World Cup, with 20 matches broadcast to more than 200 cinemas in 19 European countries, has confirmed the quality of the technical platform, now chosen by more than 400 cinemas in Europe

In-depth experience of satellite technology and cinema theatre services
Eutelsat has pioneered live broadcasting of events to a network of local halls and cinemas throughout France. This has led to the creation of a state-of-the-art platform, based on International Datacasting (IDC) professional decoders, integrating the SENSIO® Hi-Fi 3D large-screen technology

Swift, reliable routing of digital content
:: The fastest solution for dematerialised routing of digital films, with a throughput of up to 70 Mbps using the new DVB-S2 standard
:: Total control of the transport chain in real time by Eutelsat’s Network Operation Centre (NOC)
:: Total security with content encrypted and only available in theatres licensed by the NOC
:: Permanent control of all decoders in the network by the Eutelsat NOC

An attractive business model
:: The equipment (antenna and decoder) is supplied by Eutelsat
:: Complete programming freedom for the cinema owner
:: New profit sources and operational savings right from day one

What's required?
:: A dual-feed antenna installed by satellite professionals
:: A decoder integrated into the film theatre infrastructure by digital specialists

Which satellite?
:: ATLANTIC BIRD™ 3 offers high power coverage over an area extending beyond Europe
:: Most of Europe is located in the central part of the coverage, where power is highest
:: Automatic redundancy of the satellite
:: The satellite’s location at 5 degrees West ensures an ideal elevation angle for optimum reception over the entire coverage area

BROADCASTING LIVE EVENTS

ROUTING THE DIGITAL CONTENT