JLC to Deploy 290 Streambox SBT3-5100 Video Transport Systems for Real-Time Broadcast of Boat Races over NTT Communications’ IP-based network.

Seattle, December 9, 2005 – Streambox, Inc., the leader of video compression and real-time video solutions for broadcasting, satellite and cable, today announced that Tokyo-based JLC will deploy the Streambox SBT3-5100 encoder/decoder solution to broadcast live boat racing videos from dozens of locations over NTT Communications’ IP-based network in Japan. The live video feeds will be delivered through JLC’s broadcast center in Tokyo and re-broadcast in real-time to over 50 betting venues across Japan. This enables off-site JLC customers to view and place bets on individual boat races as they are taking place, all in real time.

“We are pleased to select Streambox for our new video over IP delivery infrastructure” said Yoshimichi Maeoka, managing director, technical development, Japan Leisure Channel. “Streambox’s high quality ACT-L3™ video compression and advanced networking capabilities meets our criteria to transport high quality live video and VOD over an IP-based network.”

The extensive selection process included side by side tests from a strong field of Streambox competitors. The purchase represents the first major deployment of video over IP as the primary video feed across NTT Communications’ IP-based network.

“We are delighted that JLC has chosen the SBT3-5100 product to power real-time transmission of video feeds from boat racing locations to remote JLC betting venues” said Bob Hildeman, chairman and CEO of Streambox. “We are committed to working closely with JLC and NTT Communications to deliver high performance, high quality solutions that advance their long-term broadcast strategies.”

The Streambox SBT3-5100 is a true 24/7 high performance multi-network video transport system with advanced features for unicast, multicast, point to point and multi-point delivery over IP and other pack-based networks. System capabilities include real-time delivery of stunning full motion, full frame interlaced broadcast quality video and audio. The Streambox video compression technology matches MPEG-2 video quality at a 75% lower data rate and it is up to 50% more efficient than MPEG-4. The SBT3-5100 ACT-L3™ encoders and decoders come in a variety of forms including portable, desktop and rack mount. 

About Streambox, Inc.
Streambox provides a single platform for all live and file-based video acquisition over IP. The company develops industry-leading solutions for encoding, video management, and play-out for broadcast and broadband based on the innovative ACT-L3™ codec. Our software-based solutions provide unrivaled performance, reliability, and video quality over low data rate wired and wireless IP networks. Streambox solutions enable broadcasters, government agencies, and enterprises and other users to enhance content ownership, simplify operations, and increase operational efficiencies. More information is available at www.streambox.com.

About JLC (Japan Leisure Channel)

JLC is Japan’s leading satellite communications television company specializing in the broadcast of motor boat races, a popular hobby in Japan. Founded in 1992, JLC broadcasts motor boat races, motor boat news as well as other sports and leisure activities. In terms of volume, JLC broadcasts more than 20,000 motorboat races annually. The broadcasts take place via six satellite channels and one cable channel and JLC recently started real-time on-demand internet broadcasting. Annual sales for 2004 were over 40 million dollars.

More information about Streambox solutions is available at www.streambox.com.

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