[Via Satellite 09-11-13] SmarDTV has selected Abilis Systems’ TB101 Transport Bridge Processor for a new satellite broadcast-to-broadband converter (BBC) product.

The SmarDTV BBC product converts satellite TV content into Internet Protocol (IP) packets for streaming in home, thus enabling users to enjoy the benefit of watching today’s Direct-to-Home (DTH) services on televisions as well as on IP-enabled devices such as tablets, laptops, smartphones, game consoles and other platforms.

The TB101 Transport Bridge processor is highly optimized for transforming up to eight High Definition (HD) TV channels into IP format while consuming less than 500mW. The TB101 product is enabling multiscreen viewing to a diversity of application such as the integrated IP-LNB, a variety of Digital Video Broadcasting (DVB) to IP gateways, Multiple Dwelling Units (MDU) and digital signage.