MediaCast Delivers CMS for Data Broadcasting to TV Asahi

MediaCast Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Takahiro Sugimoto; hereinafter “MediaCast”) announces that it has delivered a CMS (Content Management System) for data broadcasting to TV Asahi Corporation through the Panasonic Connect Group.

The system delivered this time was built based on MediaCast’s “DataCaster Contribute,” which has an overwhelming track record as a cross-media CMS centered on data broadcasting for broadcasters.

CMS systems for television broadcasters are considered extremely challenging to develop, as they must comply with strict operational restrictions—such as adherence to ARIB (Association of Radio Industries and Businesses) standards—and support operational functions specific to broadcasting.This system has been enhanced with features tailored to TV Asahi’s operational specifications and improved usability. It also enables a “cross-platform distribution” environment that automatically collects update information from external systems and rapidly delivers it to multiple devices, with a focus on data broadcasting.

In selecting this solution, MediaCast’s technical expertise and track record in data broadcasting, as well as Panasonic Connect’s reliability in system integration, were highly evaluated. MediaCast will continue to work with its partner companies to provide advanced cross-media solutions that support next-generation broadcasting services.

■ About “DataCaster Contribute”

“DataCaster Contribute” is a content management system (CMS) that has been installed on more than 120 units in Japan and is also integrated as an operational unit for “DataCaster M3,” the data broadcasting transmission system with the most operational track record in Japan.

URL: https://www.mcast.co.jp/products/datacaster-contribute/

DataCaster Contribute Concept Diagram

■ About MediaCast Co., Ltd.

MediaCast is a company that supports broadcasters’ cross-media initiatives centered on data broadcasting, and is the only specialized company in Japan that possesses the various in-house technologies necessary for these initiatives.In particular, in the field of data broadcasting, its product lineup—including content production tools, operational systems such as CMS, and transmission equipment—has been widely adopted by NHK (Japan Broadcasting Corporation), major commercial broadcasters, local stations, cable TV stations, and content production companies, and is positioned as the de facto standard in the digital data broadcasting industry.

[Company Overview]

Company Name: MediaCast Co., Ltd.

Representative: Takahiro Sugimoto, Representative Director

Address: 3F, MLJ Gotanda Building, 5-25-16 Higashi-Gotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo

Established: January 2003

URL: https://www.mcast.co.jp/