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Three Taiwan TV networks choose Alcatel for microwave radio solutions that will enable future digital servicesThe Alcatel MDR-8000 solution comprises 35 links of high-speed ( 45 Mbps ) digital microwave radios that will enable PTS, FTV and TTV to support High Resolution Television programs by upgrading their infrastructures from analogue to digital, improving data transmission and quality of service. This solution is particularly well adapted for the remote mountainous area of the country where other data transport options are neither physically nor financially viable.

The Alcatel MDR 8000 Microwave Digital Radio is a highly reliable and scalable platform that has the potential to reduce operating expenses and can also adapt quickly to meet unforeseen capacity requirements. It is rapidly deployed and easily managed through a simple PC interface.

Adam Yang, Director of Engineering Department, PTS, noted, "Our strong desire to provide the highest possible quality of service to our viewers motivated our decision to go with the Alcatel MRD-8000. Alcatel's advanced wireless backbone networks and end-to-end solutions enable us to better plan for the future and quickly deploy new broadcast television services in Taiwan."

"Given that these three major television networks account for 60% of the total market in Taiwan, this win establishes Alcatel as the leader in providing microwave radio transmission solutions to the TV market," remarked Alcatel Taiwan CSO Roc Jih.

About Alcatel MDR-8000
The MDR-8000 offers low, medium and high capacity microwave links for point-to-point connections that cover a broad variety of requirements for mobile public and private operators of fixed networks. Microwave links provide faster deployment than wireline or fiber optic facilities and the MDR-8000 offers quick, easy installation and enhanced flexibility.

About PTS
The Public Television Service Foundation, or PTS, was founded on 1 July 1998. Operating as an independent public organization, its chief objective is to establish a popular broadcasting institution to serve the public. Its mission is to improve the standards of local broadcasting culture and promote society's sustained prosperity. The establishment of PTS is a major milestone in Taiwan's public broadcasting industry and its accomplishment.

About FTV
Formosa Television ( FTV ) formally launched services on June 11, 1997, and has to become one of the fasted-growing television networks in Taiwan. Today, FTV ranks as one of Taiwan's most popular broadcasting companies and is recognized for the quality of its news/programming and operational performance. FTV as its name "Formosa" suggests, is dedicated to promoting Taiwan by offering in-depth coverage on all aspects relevant to the island republic.. FTV also started its news services in English on daily basis in 2004 to better serve the international communities.

About TTV
TTV was founded in April 28, 1962 as the first commercial TV broadcaster in Taiwan. TTV was the pioneer of TV industry in the local media market in the 20th Century. and is poised to launch a new initiative of "multimedia, multi-channel and multi-platform" in the 21th century. As the first TV station in Taiwan, TTV is making great strides in maintaining its position as a top brand for quality TV culture in Taiwan.

About Alcatel
Alcatel provides communications solutions to telecommunication carriers, Internet service providers and enterprises for delivery of voice, data and video applications to their customers or employees. Alcatel brings its leading position in fixed and mobile broadband networks, applications and services, to help its partners and customers build a user-centric broadband world. With sales of EURO 12.3 billion in 2004, Alcatel operates in more than 130 countries.

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