Harmonic’s XOS Processor Delivers 50% Bitrate Savings and UHD for Swiss Canal Alpha
HLIT•Swiss broadcaster Canal Alpha deployed Harmonic's software-based XOS Advanced Media Processor to modernize 24/7 channel origination and achieve up to 50% AI-driven bitrate savings with UHD delivery across French-speaking cantons. The cloud-native system reduces equipment and energy costs while enabling direct-to-consumer DTT, IPTV, CTV and OTT distribution.
1. Canal Alpha Deployment
Canal Alpha has implemented Harmonic's XOS Advanced Media Processor to replace legacy playout infrastructure across French-speaking Swiss cantons, enabling continuous 24/7 channel origination.
2. AI-Powered Compression and Cost Savings
The processor’s EyeQ AI-driven encoding delivers up to 50% bitrate reduction while supporting UHD output, and its software-based design cuts equipment footprint and lowers energy consumption.
3. Market and Growth Prospects
This deployment underscores Harmonic’s strength in cloud-native media processing and could drive further adoption of its playout-to-delivery solutions in the EMEA broadcast and streaming market.
