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25/08/2005

DirecTV selects Leitch's multi-format on-screen test instruments

Leitch Technology Corporation has announced that DirecTV has selected its VideotekR VTM-450E HD/SD multi-format on-screen test instruments and VSG-204D serial digital sync generators as integral components in their multi-year high-definition (HD) expansion project at DirecTV broadcast centres in Los Angeles, California, and Castle Rock, Colorado.
DirecTV, the nation's leading digital television service and the second largest multi-channel video program distributor in the United States based on the number of subscribers, has placed an initial order for more than 30 of the VTM-450E HD/SD models. The ongoing expansion is expected to require more than 70 units to provide monitoring of HD signals at each location.
"We are proud to be able to provide advanced VTM high-definition test and measurement instruments for DirecTV facilities," said Dave Guerrero, Vice President and General Manager of Videotek for Leitch. "Optimised for ease of use and featuring the advanced video and audio technology the industry has come to expect, the VTM-450E HD/SD is a perfect fit to meet DirecTV's high standards for quality." One of the most technologically advanced test and measurement instruments available, the VTM-450E HD/SD is equipped with ACV-450E composite analogue video inputs and model 8A Audio Option, which provides comprehensive audio level and phase measurements, Videotek's unique CineSoundR display, advanced alarm capability and DolbyR Digital decoding and output.
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