NDS is a pioneer in developing digital TV solutions for some of the most successful satellite broadcasters around the world. Over 40% of the world's satellite operators use NDS technologies including BSkyB, SkyLife, Sky Italia, Foxtel, Tata Sky, CCTV, and DIRECTV. NDS offers open, end-to-end digital TV solutions giving satellite broadcasters everything they need to go digital successfully.

95.4 million active devices worldwide use NDS technology and VideoGuard® remains the world’s most secure pay-TV system. No matter how complex the integration, NDS leads the way in delivering  systems that continue to function 24/7 every day of the year.

Ready for convergence. For satellite broadcasters wishing to extend their reach, NDS provides a variety of ways to deliver content anytime, anywhere on any device. Using Hybrid TV, NDS lets you create a closed two-way network ideal for showing VOD and Internet Video as well as advanced interactive applications while using existing satellite bandwidth to deliver broadcast programming. The VideoGuard Unified Headend controls it all, saving management resources while maintaining the content owner’s rights.

Low-cost STBs. NDS drives down the cost of set-top boxes by licensing our technology to many manufacturers instead of producing the boxes ourselves. In addition to reduced deployment costs, satellite TV broadcasters also benefit from improved features that vendors introduce due to the competitive environment. This enables operators to offer the latest TV and interactive services to attract viewers and potential subscribers.

Modular design. NDS digital satellite solutions are designed to grow with your business as you increase subscriber numbers and introduce new services. NDS solutions for satellite DTH services can start small and scale to up to tens of millions of subscribers using the same headend.

Conditional Access. The VideoGuard® conditional access family of solutions enables satellite broadcasters to market the widest possible range of digital content while ensuring that subscribers pay for what they receive and receive what they pay for. VideoGuard offers broadcasters the most flexible options for applying their business models to pay-TV.

Middleware. NDS MediaHighway middleware is a software layer that saves you money on the initial purchase of set-top boxes by separating software and hardware. It helps deliver a consistent look and feel across all set-top boxes, drives compelling interactive applications and EPGs. It also significantly extends the life of set-top boxes by enabling updating software, not expensive hardware.

DVR services.  XTV™, the world’s most deployed DVR technology, lets your viewers watch what they want when they want by adding local storage to a set-top box. The NDS XTV digital video recorder, available in SD and HD, provides enhanced DVR functions such as personalization, push-VOD, sophisticated interactive applications and a service that integrates with your current broadcast headend and EPG. The XTV platform also opens a world of convergence allowing you to share content among other devices including PMPs, PCs, and mobile devices.

Interactive TV services. NDS iTV technology and solutions let you build successful interactive applications that enhance the viewing experience, attract viewers and extend your ability to generate revenues.

Games are a proven way to attract subscribers and extend the operator’s, channels or program’s brand. Games can also be used for contests or to keep viewers engaged. That’s why NDS iTV applications like games are so popular with leading TV channels and content providers.

VideoGuard Express. Designed specifically for new and emerging markets, VideoGuard™ Express is an entry level all-in-one solution that combines VideoGuard conditional access solution, (optional) middleware, EPG and interactive services. Designed for smaller operators who want to introduce digital pay-TV services quickly and at an attractive price, VideoGuard Express works with pre-integrated set-top boxes and is designed to get you on air faster and for less.