The Observer RPM systems will simplify the testing of signal integrity, record suspect content when channels do not conform to pre-specified limits and ensure that alerts are issued.

The new RPM 100 is intended for cable MSOs and station groups needing a way to monitor and analyze signal quality at geographically dispersed headends and hubs.

The Remote Program Manager monitors and records 500 or more video channels for audio and video signal integrity and notifies the operator if the signal does not conform to prespecified limits.

The entry-level addition to the Observer line is intended for cable MSOs and station groups wishing to monitor and analyze signal quality and viewer QoE at multiple locations

Rather than rely on alerts from local partners, ViewSat uses the Observer RPM to monitor 19 different channels delivered via satellite.

The Observer RPM automates the channel-scanning process to verify the presence of video and audio and to detect problems.

Volicon will be showing several established products at IBC2006 and also is planning to introduce some new ones.