Harmonic Inc. launched its Spectrum X Plus media server, a next‑generation video playout platform that delivers twice the channel density of earlier models while cutting the cost per channel in half.
The new server supports up to eight HD or two UHD channels per unit, reducing rack space, power consumption and operating costs for broadcasters and content owners. It also adds AI‑ready GPU acceleration, enabling automated captioning, translation and other value‑added workflows that can further lower operating expenses.
By offering a software‑driven, cloud‑compatible architecture, Spectrum X Plus allows operators to scale playout infrastructure on‑premises, in the cloud or in hybrid configurations, positioning Harmonic to capture growing demand for flexible, high‑performance video delivery solutions.
Stephane Cloirec, vice president of video appliance and software product management at Harmonic, said, "As broadcasters face growing cost pressures and increasingly complex workflows, Spectrum X Plus provides the flexibility, performance and future‑ready architecture they need to modernize ingest, production and playout operations."
The product will be demonstrated at the 2026 NAB Show (April 19‑22), underscoring Harmonic’s commitment to advancing broadcast technology and meeting customer demand for higher channel density and lower cost per channel without compromising quality and reliability.
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