PowerEncoder MPEG-4 AVC Edition

Research shows the MPEG-4 AVC format achieves substantial superior video quality over previous compression standards even at bit rates 50% lower than other compression techniques. PowerEncoder MPEG-4 AVC edition exemplifies this to the utmost by delivering exception video quality at low bit rates.

There is no single element that delivers this outcome; instead, small improvements to the compression technology contribute to a significantly better overall result. One hour of D1 uncompressed video can be as large as 88 GB stored on a hard disk, but after converting to MPEG-4 AVC, the file size can be reduced to an amazing 879 MBÔÇöless than 1% of its original size.

The release of PowerEncoder MPEG-4 AVC prepares OEM customers for the widespread introduction of products and services based on the MPEG-4 AVC (H.264) format. The format supports a range of video-based applications delivering the key benefits of small file sizes and high-quality video. These include the transmission of TV over DSL connections, via digital terrestrial TV (DVB-T), plus the transmission of multiple high-definition video programs via satellite or cable services. The ability to store more high-definition content on DVD also offers attractive options for home cinema, while the improved reliability of MPEG-4 AVC compression supports video transmission via mobile phone systems.