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IP Video Distribution - Winning Strategies for the Digital Age
With the industry's dynamic transformation to file vs. tape based operations, solutions for effectively ingesting, managing and distributing digital assets are critical to a broadcaster's success. This article discusses the challenges and solutions involved with the successful delivery of video over IP networks, with a focus on Over The Top (OTT) video distribution.
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Software-based receivers for DTV and mobile
Broadcast is the most effective method of delivering live video to simultaneous large audiences. Conversely, IP and cellular are better suited to 'catch-up' TV and video-on-demand. The key to serving all three delivery methods is software-based RF and demodulator chips. This article describes a System On a Chip (SoC) solution.
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Streaming Multi-Channel Uncompressed Video
Designing video equipment to handle multiple uncompressed video signals is a challenge, especially with the demand for 1080p 3G-SDI streams. This article looks at new PCI Express technology, which can interface up to four 3G-SDI video streams. Such a solution can be used in non-linear editors, video servers and video-capture applications.
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Speaker systems
In today's world of 5.1 and surround sound, providing an accurate monitoring environment is job one for studio engineers. The writer provides guidance on speaker purchase and their placement within studios.
COMPUTERS AND NETWORKS
Error correction technology
With careful planning, engineers can correct errors that may take place in transmission and IP links. The writer reviews the process for implementation.
INFRASTRUCTURE SOLUTIONS
Playout automation
Readers learn what to look for in a playout automation solution. The author offers help in determining key performance specifications with an emphasis on multi-channel operations.
DIGITAL TUTORIAL
Computer networks
The new ATSC M/H mobile TV standard uses IP technology to connect the encoders and embeds the IP packets into the transmission stream. This popular writer shows readers how to make this connectivity work.
TRANSITION TO DIGITAL
Audio interfaces
The consultant discusses the keys to properly interfacing audio equipment and systems to support multiple channels of broadcast audio. He begins by explaining how standards affect device performance.
HD PRODUCTION CLIPS
HD field production technology
The writer reviews the installation guidelines, design tips and benefits of using fiber optic cables for studio applications.
TECHNOLOGY IN TRANSITION
Camera lenses
Consultant Luff offers readers an in-depth discussion of both studio and ENG camera lens technology.
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