The transmission line quality and bandwidth they have to cope with might also vary in the same proportions, depending on available network infrastructures.
For that reason, Digigram, as a key manufacturer of IP audio codec equipment, says it is committed to offering its partners and customers the widest range of options when it comes to audio compression algorithms.
Recently, and in addition to existing options, Digigram R&D labs heavily - and successfully - tested the apt-X Enhanced audio compression encoding/decoding schemes within its IQOYA line of IP audio devices as well as within Visiblu, the company's network audio operating system (management of distributed audio processing resources and IP audio transport) for both Windows and Linux platforms.
Jonny McClintock, commercial director of APTX states that: "We are delighted to have Digigram as a Licensee of Enhanced apt-X. The well-known features of low latency and audio quality offered by Enhanced apt-X will be greatly complemented in the IQOYA range of audio codecs. The broadcast industry is the true winner in that users can access a superb audio compression algorithm in a world beating product."
Pascal Malgouyard, Digigram's head of product marketing adds: "Enhanced apt-X will be particularly suitable for customers looking for excellent audio quality while preserving low delay figures when network bandwidth is available."
The Enhanced apt-X option for IQOYA will be released by Digigram as an upgrade or optional codec pack during Q1/2010.
(Jim Evans)
