Tecnología
GatesAir Expands Digital Broadcast Standards Support for Next-Generation Exciter at IBC 2026
GatesAir will introduce international broadcast audiences to its next-generation Maxiva™ XTK software-defined exciter at IBC 2026, positioning the platform as the next-generation signal processing engine for its Maxiva family of digital television and DAB/DAB+ radio transmittersDesigned to support broadcasters across worldwide digital transmission standards, the Maxiva XTK combines exceptional signal processing power, advanced Transport over IP (TSoIP) capabilities and software-defined flexibility to simplify digital broadcasting today while preparing networks for tomorrow’s transmission technologies.
Building on decades of GatesAir innovation, the Maxiva XTK delivers optimal signal quality across all major digital television standards worldwide, including DVB-T2, ATSC 1.0, ATSC 3.0, ISDB-Tb and Brazil’s emerging DTV+, while extending the same software-defined architecture to DAB and DAB+ networks. Its advanced FPGA-based platform significantly increases processing capacity and incorporates sophisticated Real-Time Adaptive Correction techniques that optimize signal performance across a wide range of RF amplifier configurations, ensuring reliable, high-performance operation for broadcasters regardless of network architecture.
Designed as the next-generation software-defined exciter for GatesAir’s Maxiva transmitter portfolio, the XTK establishes a common technology platform that supports today’s transmission requirements while creating a flexible foundation for future digital standards through simple firmware updates in the field. The modular architecture also provides a path for optional internal satellite and RF input capabilities, further extending the platform’s long-term value.
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