In a move that is expected accelerate the adoption of mobile digital television (DTV) in United States, Kenwood USA Corporation became the first major manufacturer of automotive electronic devices in developing a true mobile DTV receiver for open signal transmissions in North America.
Kenwood created prototype receivers of terrestrial DTV signals, based on the MPH in-band mobile DTV system, developed by Harris Corporation, LG Electronics and Zenith. Prototype receivers Kenwood MPH were designed to receive the open signal of digital television in moving cars.
MPH is capable of generating signals robust digital terrestrial television for mobile devices and laptops. For consumers, MPH enables users watch your favorite free-to-air TV shows, such as movies, sports, local news and weather information. For digital television broadcasters, this new technology it has the potential to create new business opportunities.
The president of LG Electronics and CTO Dr. H.G. Lee said MPH field trials show that ATSC-compatible mobile digital TV It works well. The next phase is to measure the interest of the consumer. That's where manufacturers will play a role. Crucial and Kenwood's contributions to this effort are Outstanding.
