Pace integrates 3D UI capabilities into set-top box

Graphic interface brings new level of maturity to STB design; increased interactivity to users

SALTAIRE, West Yorkshire, UK — At IBC in Amsterdam 11th-15th September, leading developer of digital TV technologies Pace plc (LSE:PIC) will showcase a hybrid set-top box with a fully integrated 3D user interface (UI). The new 3D UI capabilities will enable operators to roll out increased levels of interactivity through a range of graphic enhancements and effects. The content rich experience it delivers will open up powerful new functionality for end-users, allowing end-user access to a mix of cross-platform content more easily.

Mathias Hautefort, President of Pace France, said: “We believe this innovation extends the boundaries of the traditional UI, bringing a truly engaging, interactive experience to consumers across both video and the internet.”

Pace has embedded a set-top box chipset with 3D graphic capabilities and is making it available to software and middleware partners for the development of operator solutions. The 3D interface is able to support a range of enhanced services such as video on demand, advanced IP based EPG information or graphic animation for screen and application transitions.

It is initially targeted at telco and IPTV operators, but can be fully customised for any service operator interested in launching an advanced UI for its subscribers or in offering greater visual interactivity to better complement the delivery of HD services.

For more information or to view a demonstration of the integrated 3D UI, please visit the Pace’s Stand 1.B19 at IBC 2009 in Amsterdam.