SKY Perfect Modernizes Playout-to-Delivery with Harmonic

Harmonic’s Software-Based XOS Advanced Media Processor Provides Unparalleled Efficiency and Unlocks New Business Models

SAN JOSE, Calif., Sept. 13, 2025 – Harmonic (NASDAQ: HLIT) announced today that SKY Perfect JSAT Corporation (SJC), a leading satellite operator and pay-TV provider in Japan, has partnered with Harmonic to modernize its broadcast playout and delivery workflow. By leveraging Harmonic’s XOS Advanced Media Processor, a software-based solution lauded for its innovation, SJC aims to deliver enhanced video quality cost-effectively and unlock new revenue streams.

“Streamlining our playout-and-delivery workflow with Harmonic’s software solutions represents the next phase in our collaboration, built upon a foundation of proven performance and dedicated support,” stated Takashi Maenaka, team leader of the media technology unit at SKY Perfect JSAT Corporation. “The agility of Harmonic’s XOS media processor empowers us to explore new market segments and introduce targeted services, setting the stage for sustained growth in the evolving media landscape.”

Harmonic’s XOS media processor boasts a cloud-native architecture, a comprehensive playout-to-delivery feature set, and the PURE Compression Engine™ for media processing. Industry analysts note that by converging critical broadcast functions into a single solution, SJC is expected to see significant operational efficiencies, cost reductions and an approximately 40% improvement in density compared to its previous platform, according to internal Harmonic data. This consolidation and efficiency are crucial in today’s competitive broadcasting environment.

“SKY Perfect JSAT is strategically investing in software-centric solutions to achieve unprecedented efficiency,” said Tony Berthaud, senior vice president, sales, APAC and EMEA at Harmonic. “By leveraging the advanced compression and playout capabilities of the Harmonic XOS media processor, SJC is not only positioned to deliver exceptional viewing experiences but also to gain a competitive advantage in the rapidly transforming broadcast landscape. This deployment underscores the growing trend of broadcasters embracing software-defined solutions for greater agility and cost-effectiveness.”

Harmonic will showcase the latest innovations to its XOS advanced media processor at IBC2025, Sept. 12-15 in booth 1.B20.

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Harmonic (NASDAQ: HLIT) is a global leader in virtualized broadband and video delivery solutions, empowering media companies and service providers to deliver high-quality video streaming and broadcast services. Harmonic’s virtualized broadband solution enables operators to deploy gigabit internet services with greater flexibility. The company’s cloud and software platforms facilitate simplified OTT video delivery, enabling media companies and service providers to monetize live and on-demand content across devices.

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