Apr 15, 2026

DTVKit and EKT Announce Joint Demonstration of ATSC 3.0 Android Reference Integration at the NAB Show 2026

Las Vegas - Bristol - Shenzhen

DTVKit and EKT are pleased to announce a joint demonstration at the NAB Show on April 19-22, showcasing the latest ATSC 3.0 Android Reference Integration designed to accelerate NEXTGEN TV development for global manufacturers.

A Robust, Ready to Evaluate ATSC 3.0 Android Environment

The demonstration brings together DTVKit’s shared-source, royalty-free ATSC 3.0 software stack with EKT’s proven set-top box expertise, offering a complete and reliable reference environment for evaluating ATSC 3.0 on Android.

EKT: A Trusted Hardware Partner

EKT brings decades of experience delivering reliable, high quality set top box solutions to operators and manufacturers worldwide.

Their perspective reflects the current climate in the industry, “Amid Global instability, particularly the ongoing memory supply crisis, potential customers are looking for stability and trustworthy partners that can weather the storm. Demonstrating this solution together shows exactly that - a dependable, future ready platform backed by organisations committed to long term support and innovation” Richard Smith, CEO, EKT

A Message from DTVKit

“The industry is moving quickly, and manufacturers need confidence that the technologies they invest in are backed by organisations with resilience, expertise, and a long-term vision. Our collaboration with EKT reflects exactly that. By combining shared-source flexibility with proven hardware capability, we’re giving customers a stable and future ready foundation for ATSC 3.0 development.” Amy Cleary, Managing Director, DTVKit

Strengthening the NEXTGEN TV Ecosystem

As the U.S. market continues its transition to ATSC 3.0, manufacturers need solutions that reduce integration risk and accelerate time to market. The DTVKit–EKT collaboration provides:

· A royalty-free, ready to evaluate ATSC 3.0 Android environment

· Reduced development complexity

· A stable, trusted foundation for future productisation

· Confidence backed by organisations with long-term industry presence

Accessing the Royalty‑Free ATSC 3.0 Stack

DTVKit’s ATSC 3.0 software stack is available royalty‑free to all DTVKit members, providing manufacturers with a cost‑effective and future‑proof foundation for NEXTGEN TV development. Membership gives companies full access to the ATSC 3.0 codebase, ongoing updates, community‑driven improvements, and the wider suite of DTVKit broadcast stacks.

This model ensures that organisations can build and innovate with confidence, supported by a stable, transparent, and collaborative ecosystem.

See the Joint Demo at the NAB Show

DTVKit and EKT will be showcasing the ATSC 3.0 Android Reference Integration throughout the NAB Show at the ATSC booth in Central Hall, C1655. Attendees are invited to visit the stand for a guided demo of the architecture, capabilities, and integration opportunities.

For meeting requests or further information, please contact the DTVKit team by email info@dtvkit.org

About DTVKit

DTVKit is a global shared-source foundation providing modular, production-ready software for Smart TV and STB platforms. Supporting DVB, ATSC, and hybrid solutions, DTVKit enables manufacturers and integrators to build scalable, cost-effective consumer devices. With a focus on open standards and community collaboration, DTVKit drives innovation and interoperability across the digital TV ecosystem.

About EKT

EKT (Eagle Kingdom Technologies) is a global provider of digital media and connected device solutions, specialising in advanced set-top boxes, Smart TVs, modems, and ODM services for operators and technology partners worldwide. Founded in 2007, EKT combines Asian engineering expertise with Western management to deliver reliable, scalable, and cost-effective products for the evolving pay-TV and broadband markets.

EKT offers an end-to-end portfolio - from entry-level zappers to advanced hybrid and IP-based platforms - supporting RDK, Android TV, Linux-based middleware, IPTV, OTT, and multiple DVB standards. With broad CA, DRM, and security integrations, EKT is a trusted partner to tier-1 operators across global markets.

Operating with teams in Europe, Asia, and the Americas, EKT focuses on flexibility, long-term partnerships, and efficient manufacturing, enabling customers to accelerate time to market while maintaining control over differentiation and user experience. For more information, visit www.ekt-digital.com.