Czech TV elevates video streaming with XOS
XOS Advanced Media Processor improves Czech TV streaming video quality and boosts viewer engagement
This press release was originally issued by Harmonic before the acquisition of its video business by MediaKind.
SAN JOSE, Calif. — Dec. 16, 2025 — MediaKind today announced that Czech Television (Czech TV), the public broadcaster of the Czech Republic, has teamed up with MediaKind to modernize its video streaming workflow. By adopting the award-winning software-based XOS Advanced Media Processor and moving transcoding operations in-house, Czech TV gains greater control and the ability to deliver exceptional-quality streaming experiences to millions of viewers.
“After years of relying on outsourced solutions, we recognized the need to bring media processing in-house. XOS media processor unlocks AI-powered content-aware encoding to deliver superior-quality video streaming on a wide range of devices,” said Jan Dvořák, head of IT, digital services at Czech TV. “This shift has allowed us to streamline operations, gain efficiency, reduce costs and boost engagement, while offering the highest video quality to our audiences.”
Enhancing quality, flexibility and accessibility
XOS media processor leverages a cloud-native foundation and AI-powered EyeQ™ encoding technology. It also includes a full playout-to-delivery feature set to elevate video streaming for Czech TV. It supports delivery across mobile, web app and HbbTV platforms. The advanced media processor enables Czech TV to generate multiple video profiles. It also allows subtitles and logo insertion for pop-up channels. This boosts audience engagement and enhances the viewing experience. The XOS media processor also provides state-of-the-art audio mixing capabilities. It enables the delivery of descriptive audio for impaired audiences. This allows for a more inclusive streaming experience.
“As a long-standing customer, Czech TV continues to demonstrate forward-thinking leadership by embracing innovation and leveraging software efficiencies,” said Tony Berthaud. “With the XOS media processor, Czech TV is establishing a strong foundation for streaming and standing out in the marketplace by delivering outstanding video experiences with enhanced audio.”
A local partner, Smart Informatics, played a key role in ensuring a smooth deployment for Czech TV.
More information about MediaKind’s solutions is available at www.mediakind.com.