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Distinctive points of Mobile Satellite Broadcasting Services

  • Broadcasts can be received in vehicles and by mobile terminals on the 2.6GHz S-band, transmitted from a high-power satellite transponder resistant to the influence of poor weather conditions. Stable signals can be received by a compact antenna with a built-in receiver. Use of code division multiplex (CDM) sends the same signal via several paths (Multi Path), and support for gap fillers assures stable reception everywhere in Japan--even in the shadow of buildings or in tunnels.

  • Multi-channel broadcasting via the latest digital technology assures the high quality audio, video and information required for multimedia broadcasting. The system supports full compliance with MPEG-4, including its error correction function, and also adopts the latest AAC digital technology for audio. Data transfer is at a rate of 256kbps per channel, supporting simultaneous transmission of 30 to 80 channels.

  • A wide variety of services can be supported, in two main categories. Basic service will cover such features as CD-quality music, news, and weather forecasting, while value-added services will cover entertainment, educational programming, sport, car navigation, Internet connection, and so forth.Basic services will be charged at a fixed rate, while pricing of value-added services has yet to be decided.

  • The receivers used will vary with the services subscribers opt for. When the service begins, the main receivers will be for audio and car navigation services. Development of a full range of mobile terminal will follow, with a total of four kinds of receivers anticipated: vehicle audio, multimedia-based vehicle navigation, mobile radio, and mobile multimedia.

Information in the press releases, including product prices and specifications, content of services and contact information, is current on the date of the press announcement,but is subject to change without prior notice.