Nero is the de-facto standard in CD and DVD application software, and Ahead Software is a recognised World leader in recordable CD, DVD, and MPEG audio/video solutions. Nero Digital is a complete MPEG-4 solution encompassing High Efficiency AAC in MPEG, audio and premium quality video coding algorithms.

Coding Technologies, provider of the best audio compression for mobile, broadcasting, and the Internet, presents the latest advances in audio compression. It's highly acclaimed SBR-Technology (Spectral Band Replication) enables audio codecs to deliver the same quality at half the bit rate. In cooperation with Vsofts, Coding Technologies demonstrates exciting low bit rate audio/video using MPEG-4 AVC and 5.1 multichannel aacPlus.

dicas digital image coding GmbH is an MPEG-focused video coding specialist and a leading developer of professional MPEG-4 real-time video coding solutions also offering a family of MPEG-4 end user products under the brand name mpegable.

Fraunhofer IIS, the leading international research lab in the field of high quality low bit rate audio coding, will be demonstrating high quality MPEG-4/ISMA AV- streaming products and the latest MPEG-7 audio recognition technology.

Mindego Inc. creates software to compose, optimize and verify multimedia applications and contents according to international media standards. The company specializes in MPEG-4 application development and associated tools for organizations involved in developing, deploying and testing interactive multimedia applications. At IBC Mindego unveils its MPEG-4 file analyzer and previews its forthcoming programming environment for creating multimedia applications.

Sand Video is a fabless semiconductor manufacturer focused on developing and marketing superior next generation, standards-based semiconductor video compression technology including H.264/AVC codecs for a broad range of video applications.  A recognized expert in H.264/AVC compression technology, Sand Video was the first in the industry to demonstrate real-time high definition H.264/AVC decoding.

Vidtools provides tools for  Management & Repurposing  of rich media via patented indexing algorithms & user interfaces. VidTools Media Management Suite (VMS) is a proven solution for managing rich media on a web-based infrastructure via an integrated workflow of ingest, transcode, index, edit, annotate, search/retrieve, distribute and repurpose. Our unique patented indexing/visualization algorithms and annotation tools enable efficient manageability and reuse of rich media. VMS works on all industry standard media formats (i,e., MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4, AVI WMW, etc).

Vsofts, the performance leader in MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 coding, premieres real-time encoding of Standard Definition video on a single Pentium PC. Vsofts' patented technology achieves the highest video quality at the lowest processing power. At IBC, Vsofts introduces in cooperation with Coding Technologies the first fully integrated, low-bitrate audio and video codec solution using MPEG-4 AVC and 5.1 multichannel aacPlus.

Apple ignited the personal computer revolution in the 1970s with the Apple II and reinvented the personal computer in the 1980s with the Macintosh. Apple is committed to bringing the best personal computing experience to its Customers through its innovative hardware and software offerings. Apple continues this revolution in the video and film field. Discover Apple’s full set solutions for video professionals.

Canon is showing a wide range of Field, ENG, IFpro and High Definition lenses with accessories which demonstrate Canon's continued leadership by pioneering revolutionary breakthroughs in both optical and digital fields.

Cisco is the preferred technology partner for carriers around the world, offering innovative IP/MPLS technologies on optical, routing, switching, storage, and security platforms. Service providers take advantage of the Cisco product portfolio to improve delivery of video, voice and data services to residential and business customers, and to increase revenue by expanding into new markets.

At IBC, Dolby is demonstrating its audio technologies and tools, from the cinema to the home, and beyond, to new media delivery opportunities, including E-Cinema, the internet and mobile phones. Visitors to the Dolby booth can also learn more about the latest in content delivery technologies, including DVD-Audio, gaming consoles and MPEG-4 AAC internet delivery.

Envivio is showing award-winning end-to-end MPEG-4 broadcast and streaming solutions for the broadband IPTV, broadcast satellite, and enterprise markets. Demos incorporate H.264 live encoding, digital rights management, and high definition (HD) playback systems. Envivio products include: 4Caster™ real-time MPEG-4 encoder, 4Coder™ SD MPEG-4 encoder, 4Sight™ MPEG-4 streaming server, 4View™ SDI MPEG-4 decoder, 4Manager™ MPEG-4 management and control system, 4Mation™ MPEG-4 authoring system, and 4Forum™ MPEG-4 enterprise communication system.

At IBC2003 Equator is exhibiting a range of high performance multi-format high-definition streaming video solutions based on its BSP-15 chip. Offering the industry’s widest choices for audio, video and image compression standards. Equator’s multi-format digital media platform supports Microsoft Windows Media 9 Series (in standard definition and 720p high definition), H.264/AVC, DivX Video, Real Video, MPEG-4, MPEG-2, MP3, AC3, AAC, H.263, JPEG, MJPEG, and On2 VP6.

The HHI is exhibiting H.264/AVC Video Streaming using the Internet and Mobile Channels using ISMA and IETF for IP-based multimedia streaming as well as ISO-MPEG and ITU-VCEG for audio and video coding. MPEG-4 Facial Animation over video. MPEG-4 Video Codec ASIC for Mobile Applications (Simple Profile at Level 1) and supports encoding and decoding up to 30fps in QCIF resolution without external memory.

At IBC2003, Fujitsu Siemens Computers is showing its comprehensive range of products and solutions for broadcasters, service providers, content owners and network operators.

Harmonic is a leading provider of open standards-based digital headend and transport solutions to cable, digital terrestrial, direct-to-home satellite and telecom operators. A recognized leader in MPEG-2 compression systems, Harmonic is further improving MPEG-2 efficiency and picture quality while preparing MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 standard-based products for emerging applications, including DiviCom® MPEG-2 and AVC/H.264 encoders which enable multiple concurrent video streams delivered over bandwidth-limited xDSL network..

Discover how IBM is helping broadcast and entertainment companies across the globe to strengthen and streamline their business processes, allowing them to focus on their core business and to differentiate themselves from competitors. Some of the featured solutions areas Intellectual Property Management; Digital Content Creation; Broadcast Media Asset Management featuring Ardendo; Digital Radio Station Management featuring Jutel; Digital Media Infrastructure.

IO [io] 8001 - a fully compliant MPEG 4 audio video encoder for professional use, including ISMA/RTP streaming and is fully up-to-date in terms of audio video quality incorporating the newest standards and protocols as well as high tech encoder developments such as AAC+SBR. IO supports professional audio/video interfacing and is controlled by a powerful windows software supporting Live Capturing of analog and digital sources, AVI files and MPEG 1 files to be encoded into a fully compliant MP4 File or a fully compliant multicast ISMA /RTP stream (profile 0 and 1).

Philips Remote Control Systems (RCS), a business unit within the Consumer Electronics division of Royal Philips Electronics, is a global leader in remote control technologies and devices.

Prodys is a leading supplier of digital video and audio solutions for broadcast, communication and consumer applications. Prodys provides video and audio technology solutions, which allow third parties to create their own applications and systems. These include a variety pf MPEG-4 Video Compression and related Software, and MPEG-4 Video Encoders on a variety of platforms.

Samsung Electronics is a global leader in semiconductor, telecommunication and digital convergence technology. The company is the world's largest producer of memory chips, TFT-LCDs, CDMA mobile phones, monitors and VCRs. At IBC, Samsung offers digital inspiration to you with its innovative range of set-top box products.

Scientific-Atlanta is presenting a range of new innovative products and systems that help operators and broadcasters secure their digital future. Including new versions of the set top boxes supporting various CA systems, middlewares and MHP. Interactive demo of advanced DVR system. xDSL IP Headend, a Complete digital headend solution for IP streaming.

At IBC2003, Sony is demonstrating the real business value that it can bring to meet a diverse range of needs, a value provided by tailored solutions, enabled by open standards and technologies and delivered with the help of a wide range of Professional Services.

Sun Microsystem's open standards and open systems architecture is the leading TV Services architecture for network operators worldwide who are building new broadband deployments and need to reduce the cost, complexity and risk of their deployment.

TANDBERG Television serves the professional broadcast and media industries with systems designed for the delivery of video and on-demand content across cable, DSL, fibre, satellite and terrestrial networks. IBC sees the launch of new solutions that are changing the face of broadcasting and enabling new, flexible business models. These are designed to reduce investment risk and increase revenue opportunities.

At IBC, TDK will be giving its first public demonstration of Blue Laser recording technology and optical media giving broadcasters the ability to record up to 90 minutes of DVCAM™ images (25Mbps data transfer) or up to 45 minutes of MPEG IMX™ images (30/40/50Mbps) on a single disc.

At this year's IBC, Tektronix is showing key products developed for Content Producers, Network Operators and Equipment Designers.

At IBC2003, VBrick is showcasing iVBXcast, an MPEG-4 network video appliance. VBXcast enables organizations to ‘plug in’ and distribute video communications to and from anyone, anywhere, on any network. In addition, VBrick will be demonstrating its new Video-on-Demand media server. It can stream MPEG-1, 2 or 4 content to PCs or set-top decoders over IP networks.

The activities of the VCS Media Broadcasting Solutions business unit comprise IT system solutions for the professional broadcast industry. VCS presents the MediaFabric technology as well as its dira! and MediaIntegrator product lines.