John Clark Joins Artel as Vice President of Product Development

WESTFORD, Mass. — 9/26/2011 — Artel Video Systems announces the appointment of John Clark to the newly created position of Vice President of Product Development. Clark joins Artel after more than 30 years of experience in hardware development for the video, image processing, telecommunications and cable industries. Mr. Clark will report directly to Richard Dellacanonica, president of Artel Video Systems.

“We are excited to be adding John to our senior management team. His experience and success in running high performing development teams is critical to Artel as we continue to expand the capabilities for our DL4000 platform,” said Richard Dellacanonica. “Our industry is dynamic and changing and having a member of the senior management team with John’s history of accomplishments is crucial in ensuring our continued success.”

Mr. Clark has a broad background in product development and management within the New England high tech marketplace. He joins Artel from BigBand Networks, an industry leader in digital video networking for the CATV industry where he was Vice President of Hardware Development. Mr. Clark has also held senior management positions at Verso Technologies, Motorola/Winphoria Networks, and was a founding member of Ignitus Communications which was acquired by Lucent Technologies. John holds a bachelor’s degree in engineering from Daniel Webster College.

“Joining Artel presents a unique and exciting opportunity to use my management experience to lead a world class product development team capable of competing in the dynamic video transport market. Evolving video standards, compression formats, and transport technologies creates both challenges and opportunities for Artel to develop products that meet the technical and the operational requirements of their customers in a timely manner,” said Clark. “I’m looking forward to working with the development team to meet those challenges.”

About Artel Video Systems
Artel Video Systems develops, manufactures, and markets high-performance, broadcast-quality video transport hardware for critical applications and is a recognized leader in video-over-fiber optics applications. Since its founding in 1981, Artel solutions have been selected by some of the largest telecommunication companies, video service providers, cable TV operators, and broadcasters for critical contribution, backhaul, and local access applications that require the highest levels of flexibility, dependability, and ease of deployment. More information on Artel Video Systems is available at www.artel.com.

New Form Factor Brings Additional Flexibility and Performance to the Company’s Flagship DL4000 Line

WESTFORD, Mass. — April 11, 2011 — Artel Video Systems, a leading provider of video-over-fiber and IP transport solutions, today announced the release of the DL4300, an expanded 12-slot chassis for the company’s DL4000 modular video transport platform. Designed for compatibility with the dozens of available DL4000 modules, the chassis is ideal for central office applications where multiple circuits are aggregated and a larger chassis simplifies installation requirements, saving time and money.

The DL4300 builds on the existing DL4000 digital video transport system, a nextgeneration, modular platform from Artel Video Systems offering reliable and easy-to deploy solutions for critical video backhaul and contribution applications. Telcos, video service providers, and CATV operators have come to rely on the flexible DL4000 to
manage their transport needs effectively for any video format over diverse network topologies. The DL4300 joins the DL4000 and DL4042 1RU four-slot chassis and the DL4100 single-slot portable chassis to create a comprehensive array of options for any application.

“The DL4300 is one of our most ambitious design enhancements to date. As with most of our enhancements to the platform, our inspiration came from our customers. They asked for a larger chassis to minimize installation and wiring costs in their central officeand hub locations, and we delivered,” said Richard Dellacanonica, president of Artel Video Systems. “The expanded chassis options now give DL4000 users the ability to mix and match chassis to best fit their installation environment while still getting the benefits of the features, flexibility, and reliability of DL4000 function modules.”

The DL4300 includes all the existing DL4000 design features including on-board DLManager HTTP and SNMP Element Management System, a dependable passive backplane with module-to-module video connectivity, non-spaced installation making it one of the most space-efficient platforms in the industry, and NEBS level 3 certification
for installation in Telco facilities and to ensure reliable performance in harsh environments.

The DL4300 is on display in the Artel Video Systems booth at the 2011 NAB Show. More information on the DL4300 as well as on Artel Video Systems is available at www.artel.com.

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About Artel Video Systems (www.artel.com)
Artel Video Systems develops, manufactures, and markets high-performance, broadcast-quality video transport hardware for critical applications and is a recognized leader in video-over-fiber optics applications. Since its founding in 1981, Artel solutions have been selected by some of the largest telecommunication companies, video service providers, cable TV operators, and broadcasters for critical contribution, backhaul, and local access applications that require the highest levels of flexibility, dependability, and ease of deployment.

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WESTFORD, Mass. — April 11, 2011 — Artel Video Systems, a leading provider of video transport-over-fiber solutions, today announced the release of the DLC410 Video-Over-IP Gateway, the newest addition to the company’s flagship DL4000 arsenal. The DLC410 is a DVB-ASI and SD-SDI-over-IP gateway enabling the transport of two bidirectional video streams across a single Gigabit ethernet IP connection. The new DLC410 marks the first availability of a video-over-IP gateway for the DL4000 platform, representing a natural progression for Artel after years of leadership providing broadcast-quality video-over-fiber transport products.

The DLC410 greatly expands the DL4000 platform capabilities to include standards-based video-over-IP transport for both DVB-ASI and SD-SDI formats. Carefully designed and based on SMPTE 2022 standards for encapsulation and forward error correction (FEC), the DLC410 enables up to four channels of SDI and ASI video streams to be reliably transported across managed IP networks and is ideally suited for multicasting applications.

“The module’s low cost, reliability, and rich feature-set make it an ideal solution for CATV operators and video service providers with intercity video connectivity requirements,” said Richard Dellacanonica, president of Artel Video Systems. “Up until very recently, IP connectivity wasn’t reliable enough for the critical contribution applications our products support. Now that IP backbones are more robust and a SMPTE standard has been developed, this new IP gateway makes sense for our customers.” The gateway allows two independent video channels in each direction to be transported over a single Gig-E connection. SDI video is transported in its entirety, including all ancillary data, and ASI video streams from less than 20 Mb/s to over 200 Mb/s are supported. The forward error correction enables the recovery of lost, errored, or delayed IP packets and can withstand burst outages in excess of 15 milliseconds. The SMPTE 2022 standard, which Artel helped to develop, eliminates some of the chief fears and/or complaints about reliable IP transport of SDI and ASI.

The DLC410 is simple and intuitive to configure and offers access to IP networks through convenient, rear-accessible, field-replaceable small form-factor pluggable (SFP) transceivers either optically in WDM, CWDM, and DWDM wavelengths or electrically via an RJ-45 SFP.

The DLC410 will be on display in the Artel Video Systems booth N6129 at the 2011 NAB Show. More information on the product and Artel Video Systems is available at www.artel.com.

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About Artel Video Systems (www.artel.com)
Artel Video Systems develops, manufactures, and markets high-performance, broadcast-quality video transport hardware for critical applications and is a recognized leader in video-over-fiber optics applications. Since its founding in 1981, Artel solutions have been selected by some of the largest telecommunication companies, video service providers, cable TV operators, and broadcasters for critical contribution, backhaul, and local access applications that require the highest levels of flexibility, dependability, and ease of deployment.

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WESTFORD, Mass. — March 21, 2011 — Artel Video Systems, a leading provider of video transport-over-fiber solutions, today announced the integration of the company’s flagship DL4000 video transport platform with the award-winning DataMiner™ network management system (NMS) from Skyline Communications. The integration of the two products offers enhanced convenience, efficiency, and flexibility to the global base of network operators deploying operational systems comprised of disparate equipment by allowing for a centralized management system.

The integration of Artel’s DL4000 with Skyline’s DataMiner benefits operators by offering a leading and proven full-featured NMS package for the umbrella management of workflows that contain Artel solutions.  Additionally, the solution is future-proof because it’s easily integrated with other third-party products that may be added to the workflow later. While a mix of proprietary, vendor-specific solutions can create  operational limitations and increase the overall cost of ownership because of interoperability issues (i.e. lack of automated cross-correlation, uniform access security), a vendor-agnostic NMS like DataMiner eliminates this concern.

“Integrating support for the DataMiner NMS into our video transport platform provides
operational flexibility for our customers — and that’s consistent with our business
philosophy,” said Richard Dellacanonica, Artel’s president. “This integration makes it easier for our existing customers to begin using DataMiner to manage their networks. Plus, operations already using DataMiner can seamlessly add Artel into their workflows.”

The DL4000 digital video transport system from Artel Video Systems is a nextgeneration,
modular platform that offers reliable and easy-to-deploy solutions for critical
video backhaul and contribution applications. Telcos, video service providers, and CATV
operators have come to rely on the flexible DL4000 to effectively manage their transport
needs for any video format over diverse network topologies.

“We applaud Artel’s strategic and progressive decision to offer its customer base a
powerful NMS solution based on an open-architecture, multivendor platform,” said Ben
Vandenberghe, sales and marketing director at Skyline Communications. “DataMiner is
deployed worldwide and is compatible with a wide range of products, and now through
the integration with DL4000, we will be able to further help network operators realize
greater efficiency and flexibility.”

The DataMiner network management platform enables operators to monitor large
systems made up of disparate equipment with a single platform. DataMiner improves the
operator’s ability to manage large, complex networks by increasing the speed and
efficiency of data gathering and analysis that operators can then use to improve
customer service and network performance. The platform enables end-to-end integration
of the most complex technical ecosystems and has been deployed by leading operators
globally.

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About Skyline Communications
Skyline Communications is the global leading supplier of multivendor network management
solutions for the HFC broadband, satellite, IPTV, and broadcast industries. The award-winning
DataMiner™ network management platform enables end-to-end integration of the most complex technical ecosystems and has been deployed by leading operators worldwide. DataMiner is already integrated with over 2000 devices and systems from more than 350 key industry suppliers, and offers operators an unequaled array of functions that enables end-to-end network management across all vendor boundaries and across all technology domains.
About Artel Video Systems (www.artel.com)
Artel Video Systems develops, manufactures and markets high-performance, broadcast-quality video transport hardware for critical applications and is a recognized leader in video-over-fiber optics applications. Since its founding in 1981, Artel solutions have been selected by some of the largest telecommunication companies, video service providers, cable TV operators, and broadcasters for critical contribution, backhaul, and local access applications that require the highest levels of flexibility, dependability, and ease of deployment.

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Artel Video Systems – Booth #N6129

Key Product and Technology Demos
At the 2011 NAB Show, Artel Video Systems will present the latest advancements in its flagship product line, the DL4000 – a modular platform that enables the most reliable and easy-to-deploy solutions for critical video-over-fiber applications. Artel’s selection of durable and flexible technologies is the clear answer for the systems  designer who needs to guarantee throughput or the engineer who needs simplicity, easy access and reliability.

DLT710 – Multi-format signal generator and tester
This multipurpose module is the ideal, inexpensive solution for verification and monitoring of all common video rates and formats. Its unique, innovative design characteristics, focused on simplicity and reliability, enable the simultaneous, automatic verification of multi-format video links. The clear “go / no-go” indication it provides makes the DLT710 perfect for circuit verification, pre-installation  equipment verification or installed circuit analysis.

DLC410 – Video-over-IP Gateway
The newest addition to the DL4000 arsenal is the DLC410, which enables ASI and SDI
video to be transported over managed IP networks ─ a first for this platform. With technology based on SMPTE 2022 for encapsulation and forward error correction, the DLC410 can send two bi-directional video streams across a single Gig-E connection. Technology Preview – New, larger modular chassis NAB 2011 will mark the debut of a new, 12-slot chassis that supplements the Artel product line and increases the available choices. The larger chassis will include Artel’s signature front-panel BNC connectors and LED indicators for ease-of-use and will triple the overall capacity within a single frame.

Company Overview:
Artel Video Systems develops, manufactures, and markets high performance, broadcastquality video transport hardware for critical applications and is a recognized leader in videoover-fiber optics applications. Since its founding1981, Artel solutions have been selected by some of the largest telecommunication companies, video service providers, cable TV operators and broadcasters for critical  contribution, backhaul and local access applications that require the highest levels of flexibility, dependability and ease of deployment.

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WESTFORD, Mass. — Jan. 26, 2011 — Artel Video Systems, a leading provider of video transport-over-fiber solutions, will demonstrate the latest advancements in its product line at VidTrans 2011, the annual event produced by Video Services Forum (VSF), being held Feb. 1-3 at the Marina Del Rey Marriott in Los Angeles. Artel will be exhibiting in booth 11 and also taking part in a special interoperability demonstration at the event. Featuring equipment from multiple vendors interoperating to transport SD-SDI video over IP, the demonstration is the first of its kind to implement the newly developed SMPTE 2022-5 and -6 standards currently before SMPTE’s committee.

In the Artel booth, visitors will get a look at the company’s flagship DL4000 digital video transport system, a modular, 1RU chassis system representing the state of the art for critical, carrier-class applications such as backhaul and content contribution. Telcos, video service providers, and CATV operators have come to rely on the flexible and easy-to-deploy DL4000 to effectively manage their transport needs for any video format over diverse network topologies. Among the latest advancements in the platform is the recently released DLT710 multiformat signal generator and circuit verification module. The DLT710 is specifically designed to address the need for a flexible inexpensive unit to verify and monitor 3G, HD, SD, ASI, and ATSC video links.

“Artel is one of the founding members of the Video Services Forum and we’re excited to be taking part in this event,” said Richard Dellacanonica, president of Artel Video Systems. “The organization gives us the opportunity to help shape the standards for broadcast-quality video transport and demonstrate our commitment to providing rugged, reliable solutions like the DL4000 to manage the most critical transport needs.”

The VidTrans 2011 conference and exhibition features more than two days of sessions, networking events and exhibits, and focuses on the theme “Video Services; Embracing New Technologies and Applications.” The Video Services Forum has been in operation since 1997 and its members have long been instrumental in developing, engineering, and testing the latest in video networking technologies, fostering interoperability and the development of new industry standards.
“The interoperability demonstration is particularly exciting for us,” Dellacanonica continued. “We worked closely with other VSF members to enable standards-based transport of high bit-rate video over IP. The market need for this is clear and we’re proud to be part of enabling it.”

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About Artel Video Systems (www.artel.com)
Artel Video Systems develops, manufactures, and markets high-performance, broadcast-quality video transport hardware for critical applications and is a recognized leader in video-over-fiber optics applications. Since its founding in 1981, Artel solutions have been selected by some of the largest telecommunication companies, video service providers, cable TV operators, and broadcasters for critical contribution, backhaul, and local access applications that require the highest levels of flexibility, dependability, and ease of deployment.

All trademarks appearing herein are the property of their respective owners.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Artel Announces General Availability of a Low Cost, Multi-format,
3G-SDI Capable Signal Generator and Test Module

Westford, MA – November 1, 2010 – Artel is pleased to announce general availability of the DLT710, a low cost multi-format 3G-SDI capable signal generator and test module. The DLT710 is an innovative DL4000 based module designed for simple, automatic link verification of all serial digital video formats.

The module functions as both a signal generator and functional test monitor for 3G-SDI, HD-SDI, SD-SDI, DVB-ASI and ATSC formats making it ideal for verification of single or multi-format video links. What makes the DLT710 unique is its ability to generate and verify both compressed and uncompressed video formats along with the unique feature of automatically sequencing thru all pre-selected formats. In less than five minutes users can verify as operational a circuit supporting 3G-SDI, HD-SDI, SD SDI, DVB-ASI and ATSC. Used in conjunction with DL-Manager, the module will log CRC and EDH errors, loss of video plus other errors and activities. The DLT710 is compatible with any DL4000  platform chassis and can be packaged in a ruggedized travel case along with the DL4100 single slot chassis.

“Customers told us testing video circuits is a time consuming process requiring numerous pieces of expensive test equipment designed for other applications. With that in mind Artel engineers went to the drawing board and came up with a space efficient, low cost product that dramatically simplifies and automates the process,” said Richard Dellacanonica, President of Artel Video Systems. “The DLT710 is another example of our continued commitment to supporting the unique requirements of Telcos, CLECs, Cable TV Operators, and Video Service Providers.”

About Artel Video Systems
Artel Video Systems develops, manufactures, and markets high performance broadcast quality video transport hardware. Since 1981 Telecommunication companies, Video Service Providers, Cable TV Operators and Broadcasters have deployed Artel products in their most critical video transport applications. For more information on Artel please visit www.Artel.com.

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Boxborough, MA – January 27, 2010 – Artel Video Systems is pleased to announce that in cooperation with Media Links Inc. it has successfully completed an interoperability test between DL4000 and MD8000 Video Transport Platforms. This enables customers to take full advantage of MD8000’s strength as a networking platform and DL4000’s strengths as a cost, space and power efficient platform for edge and tributary applications. The test included operation between Artel’s DLC300, DLC170AD, DLC170DA, and DLC270 modules and Media Links MD8000-VIF. In addition to SD-SDI, DVB-ASI, HD-SDI, and ATSC, the DL4000 enables the transport of Composite NTSC or PAL Analog Video over Media Links IP and SONET networks. More… »

Boxborough, MA – October 29, 2009 — Artel Video Systems is pleased to announce it has received NEBS Level 3 Certification for several new DL4000 function modules. More… »

Boxborough, MA — October 14, 2009 — Artel Video Systems is pleased to announce that it has expanded the capabilities of the widely deployed DV6000 video and data network to include interoperation with the DL4000 Video Transport Platform.  This Integration includes tributary access to DV6000 networks for Analog Video and Audio, SDI, ASI, 10/100 Ethernet traffic as well providing for  a cost effective repeater for DV6016ES chassis. More… »