Movistar Plus+ moves 20 linear channels to Grass Valley AMPP platform
Telefónica Servicios Audiovisuales has migrated 20 of its Movistar Plus+ linear channels from legacy hardware to Grass Valley's software-defined AMPP platform. The deployment utilizes Grass Valley Playout X and Framelight X to support a transition toward a cloud-ready architecture for nearly 60 total services.
Key Takeaways
- TSA deployed 13 AMPP servers and two dedicated Framelight X servers to provide full redundancy for the initial 20 channels.
- The new architecture uses SMPTE ST 2022-2 inputs and outputs to transition services to a cloud-ready, software-defined model.
- Telefónica is currently evaluating the migration of 40 additional linear services, including channels with live sources.
- The project replaces a hardware-based playout infrastructure that had supported Movistar Plus+ for over two decades.
Why It Matters
This deployment marks a significant transition for major European broadcasters moving away from rigid, per-channel hardware toward flexible software-defined services. By decoupling playout from physical infrastructure, TSA can scale operations and manage nearly 60 services with greater agility than legacy systems allowed. Within the broader ecosystem, this move validates the reliability of software-defined playout for premium pay-TV and IPTV providers managing complex live and linear feeds. The success of this initial phase provides a blueprint for other Tier 1 operators looking to modernize aging playout facilities without service interruption. Watch for TSA to implement cloud-based disaster recovery and remote production capabilities as they finalize the migration of the remaining 40 channels.
In short
Telefónica Servicios Audiovisuales has successfully migrated 20 Movistar Plus+ linear channels to the Grass Valley AMPP software-defined platform. By replacing legacy hardware with Playout X and Framelight X, the broadcaster gains operational agility and scalability. This transition serves as a blueprint for Tier 1 operators modernizing aging playout facilities for future growth.
FAQ
What technology replaced the legacy hardware at Movistar Plus+?
Telefónica Servicios Audiovisuales migrated 20 linear channels to the Grass Valley AMPP platform, utilizing Playout X and Framelight X software to manage assets and playout services.
How many channels does Telefónica plan to migrate in total?
Following the initial migration of 20 channels, Telefónica is currently evaluating the migration of 40 additional linear services, including those with live sources.
Why is this migration significant for European broadcasters?
The project demonstrates a shift away from rigid, per-channel hardware toward flexible, software-defined services, allowing broadcasters to scale operations and manage complex feeds with greater agility.
What infrastructure was used to ensure redundancy for the channels?
TSA deployed 13 AMPP servers and two dedicated Framelight X servers to provide full redundancy for the initial 20 channels.
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