Products and Innovations
Jul 3, 2011
DiscVision presents hybrid DVB-C receivers and a smartphone app for remote access to PVR
Introduction
DiscVision presented at the ANGA Cable 2011 from May 3 to 5 a new hybrid DVB-C system that integrates HbbTV support, a variety of interactive web services, and the innovative watchmi personal TV service from Axel Springer. With the connectTV technology from DiscVision, the PVR functions of the system can be controlled remotely via a mobile app. The products of the eviado series are provided by MAX Technologies GmbH for the retail market.
eviado: High-performance hybrid set-top boxes
The eviado product range offers cost-effective, high-performance solutions for:
Satellite, cable, and terrestrial reception
Internet-based audio and video transmission
The hybrid systems seamlessly combine DVB and IP transmissions and provide access to a variety of new services from broadcasters through an integrated HbbTV stack. The offering is complemented by an integrated web portal, provided by NetRange MMH, which offers a wide range of interactive services.
Integration of watchmi and award-winning technology
Like the satellite receiver system, the cable receiver also integrates the watchmi service from Axel Springer AG. This technology is based on solutions from APRICO, a subsidiary of Philips, and was first integrated into digital receivers by DiscVision.
Control via smartphone app
The system presented at ANGA can be configured with an innovative smartphone app based on web technologies. This app works on all smartphones and enables:
Scheduling recordings
Control of the entire PVR system
Remote maintenance by the system provider
Cooperation with leading technology partners
The solution presented was developed in collaboration with leading partners, including:
MAX Technologies GmbH
GkWare
MMH NetRange GmbH
Axel Springer Digital TV Guide GmbH
APRICO
Opera
DiscVision, as a software and hardware developer, took over the integration and provision of the entire software stack.

Event Information
The innovations were presented at the ANGA Cable 2011, a leading trade fair for broadband and media technologies.
Contact and further information
For more information, please visit www.eviado.com or contact us at office@discvision.com.