Appear, a global leader in live production technology, has been selected by BH Telecom to upgrade the live channel processing software for its Moja TV service.
The project includes providing and integrating an advanced IPTV transcoding and multiplexing platform, which promises significant cost and efficiency savings for BH Telecom.
Capabilities of the New Platform
The new transcoding platform, based on Appear’s award-winning X Platform, is designed to manage 270 HD channels using H264/MPEG4 and H265/HEVC codecs, as well as five UHD channels with H265/HEVC encoders. The multiplexing solution supports up to 500 television and radio services. The X Platform’s design allows a substantial reduction in the number of rack units required, decreasing the need to just 10 RUs for the entire platform.
Statement from BH Telecom
Adnan Kapetanović, Head of Video Operations at BH Telecom, stated, “Delivering 270 channels in premium quality requires significant bandwidth and robust live transcoding and computing power. We selected Appear for its industry-leading technology and the strong partnership they offer to support our complex technical needs. The Appear X Platform was the most compact, energy-efficient, and powerful transcoding platform we evaluated, making it an efficient, sustainable, and cost-effective option for us. With the X Platform, we can meet the growing demands of our expanding subscriber base while maintaining high quality.”
Collaboration and Training
The system deployment and delivery were completed in collaboration with the local Bosnian systems integrator, Net Solution d.o.o. Appear is providing extensive technical training for both BH Telecom and Net Solution d.o.o. at its headquarters in Oslo, ensuring that engineering and operations teams are well-equipped to operate the platform seamlessly.
Comment from Appear’s CEO
Thomas Bostrøm Jørgensen, CEO at Appear, commented, “As the demand for premium on-demand streamed content continues to rise, broadcasters and streaming media providers face new challenges in delivering transcoded content to numerous subscribers. While many vendors are moving towards cloud solutions, this is not always the most cost-effective option, as hardware-based on-premise solutions can often be more economical. Appear is committed to supporting BH Telecom in delivering its TV and IPTV services and looks forward to being a key technology partner. With the Appear X Platform, BH Telecom can provide the best customer experience to its subscribers across Bosnia and Herzegovina.”
About Appear
Founded in 2004, Appear is a leader in live production technology, specializing in high-capacity solutions for media processing and content delivery. The company provides advanced solutions for premium live event contribution, remote production, and distribution. Appear is headquartered in Oslo, Norway, with additional offices in the UK and the US.
About BH Telecom
BH Telecom, established in 1992, is the leading telecommunications operator in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The company is headquartered in Sarajevo and provides a wide range of services including fixed and mobile telephony, internet broadband, ADSL, 3G, IPTV, 4G, and 5G. BH Telecom has a significant market share in the telecommunications sector and is known for its innovative digital solutions and high-quality service.
News source: Appear
