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The FRC0710 offers advanced and unique features such as a calibrated high linearity over the entire bandwidth combined with a very high frequency stability. These features make the FRC0710 the perfect solution for a wide range of transmissions ranging from very small carriers to full transponder applications.

The FRC0710 is easy to operate and monitor. All control and monitoring parameters are available locally on the front panel and remotely through a web interface. It is also possible to control or monitor the FRC0710 via RMCP or SNMP.

Key features
Agile IF to L-band Upconverter
Optional up-conversion to C, Ku or DBS-band
Ultra fine L-band frequency resolution (48Hz)
IF input frequency switchable between 70 MHZ & 140 MHz
Switchable spectrum inversion
Very high frequency stability
Very low spurious characteristics
Phase noise compliant with Intelsat IBS/ Eutelsat SMS
High linearity over the entire bandwidth
Optional 10 MHz + DC power for BUC

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Main advantages
Highest signal quality
Extensive coverage of all transponder frequencies
High flexibility
The FRC0730 offers some advanced and unique features such as a calibrated high linearity over the entire bandwidth combined with a very high frequency stability. These features make the FRC0730 the perfect solution for a wide range of transmissions ranging from very small carriers to full transponder applications.

The FRC0730 is easy to operate and monitor. All control and monitoring parameters are available locally on the front panel and remotely through a web interface. It is also possible to control or monitor the FRC0730 via RMCP or SNMP.

Key features
Agile IF to L-band Up & Down Converter
Optional up-conversion to C, Ku or DBS-band
Ultra fine frequency resolution
IF frequency switchable between 70 MHZ & 140 MHz
Very high frequency stability
Very low spurious characteristics
Phase noise compliant to Intelsat IBS/ Eutelsat SMS
High linearity over the entire bandwidth
Optional10 MHz + DC power for BUC
Optional LNB power supply + 10 MHz

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Universal and highly scalable
Hosting up-to 4 satellite networks in a single rack, the Newtec HUB6504 is the solution for satellite service providers. It enables any network configuration, from a single to multiple service areas, one or more satellites, different frequency bands, multiple transponders and High Throughput Satellites.

The modularity gives service providers agility to respond to their customer and market needs in a fast and cost effective way. Additional satellite networks can be added easily and rapidly. It only requires adding additional modulators, multicarrier demodulators and server blades into the preconfigured rack slots and activation in the Newtec Dialog Network Management System. High capacity multicarrier demodulator units can be added in function of the required capacity for SCPC, MF-TDMA and Newtec’s patented Mx-DMA return link technology.

Key features
Up to 4 satellite networks
Up to 60.000 terminals
Up to 800Mbps of satellite capacity, including all traffic processing
Support for SCPC, MF-TDMA and Mx-DMA® return links
Carrier grade reliability with built-in redundancy
Low initial cost, pay as you grow
60.000 terminals, 800Mbps satellite traffic, Carrier grade
The Hub Module can process up-to 60.000 terminals and 800 Mbps of satellite capacity. It includes all traffic processing, like Quality of Service and congestion management, acceleration, compression and encryption. The Hub Module easily integrates with the ‘IP backbone’ router and the RF gateway up/downlink. Built-in redundancy provides better than 99.99% platform availability.

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Highly Flexible and Scalable
The Newtec XIF Hub is the solution for gateway deployments serving a multitude of beams, transponders or satellites. The use of a baseband matrix brings N:M redundancy for up 32 multicarrier modulators and/or demodulators in one rack. In addition, the matrix fan in/out capabilities allows to simplify interfacing with the gateway RF infrastructure. Capacity can be extended easily and rapidly, simply by adding additional multicarrier modulators, demodulators and blade servers and activation in the Newtec Dialog Network Management System. High capacity multicarrier modulator units support DVB-S2X carriers, whereas the high capacity multicarrier demodulator units can support SCPC, MF-TDMA and Newtec’s patented Mx-DMA return link technology.

High Throughput
The Newtec XIF Hub is designed for operators seeking high throughput through its 10 Gbps Ethernet switching infrastructure. With support for Forward DVB-S2X carriers up to 500Mbaud, they can leverage the high bandwidth transponders provided by HTS satellites.

Key features:
Highly flexible and scalable hub architecture
Optimized baseband density & flexibility with baseband matrix
Up to 500 Mbaud forward carriers
Carrier grade reliability with built-in redundancy
Support for SCPC, MF-TDMA and Mx-DMA® return links
Pay-as-you-grow

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Latest generation DVB-S2X, DVB-S2, DVB-DSNG and DVB-S modulator designed and built from the ground up for multimedia contribution, broadcast direct-to-home and primary distribution to headends and towers.

Key features:
DVB-S2X, DVB-S2 and DVB-DSNG/S compliant
QPSK, 8PSK, 16/32/64/128/256APSK
Baud rate range: 0.05 – 72 Mbaud
Data rates up to 425 Mbit/s (in multistream mode)
Data rates up to 216 Mbit/s (in single stream mode)
Exceptional jitter recovery on TS over IP inputs
Automatic rate synchronization on TS over IP inputs
Null packet stuffing rate detector on incoming TS
Built-in TS Analyser with PCR jitter measurements and monitoring of critical ECM/EMM messages
RFI reduction using optional DVB RF Carrier ID (DVB-CID) and NIT table CID (default)
Optional BISS Content protection
Optional redundant ASI transport stream interfaces
Redundant GbE interfaces with SMPTE 2022-1/2 FEC error correction
Built-in source redundancy, supporting any redundant IP network configuration
External reference input
IF (70/140) and L-Band (950-2150) high power outputs
Optional integrated RF upconverter (Ku-band or C-band)
L-band monitoring output
Market leading RF purity and performance
Clean Channel Technology®
Optional linear and non-linear Equalink® 3 Pre

Main advantages:
Support of the latest and most efficient DVB-S2X standard
Highest system reliability and service uptime through robust design and industry leading redundancy solutions
Low total cost of ownership as a result of very high bandwidth efficiency technology options, and ease of monitoring and control
Clean Channel Technology® provides up to 15% bandwidth efficiency gains on top of the DVB-S2 standard
Equalink® 3 pre-distortion provides up to 10% bandwidth gains, higher QoS or geographic coverage
Built-in support for opportunistic data insertion, interoperable with IRD’s that support Multi Protocol Encapsulation (MPE)
Easy integration with industry leading management systems (EMS/NMS/OSS)
Safe investment as the platform supports advanced capabilities such as proMPEG FEC on inputs and outputs, built-in transport stream analyzer and DVB & NIT Carrier ID
Pay-as-you-grow flexible licensing scheme
Future-proof design combining video and IP multi-service capabilities, supports transport of today´s and tomorrow´s services
Dedicated Graphical User Interfaces for single stream and multistream applications:
- For your single stream applications: M6100 Broadcast Satellite Modulator R2.11
- For your multistream projects: M6100 Broadcast Satellite Modulator R2.1

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Dense DVB-S2X multi-carrier satellite gateway for efficient distribution to towers and head-ends or for use in back-up or dense DTH HUB stations, resulting in OPEX and CAPEX savings.

Main advantages:
The Newtec MCX7000 is a new dense DVB-S2X multi-carrier satellite gateway for efficient distribution to towers and headends, or for use in back-up or dense DTH HUB stations, resulting in OPEX and CAPEX savings. This 133 Mbaud modem is also fit for broadcast contribution applications on standard and HTS spotbeam transponders.

Compatible with the Newtec Dialog® multiservice broadcast platform, it brings increased bandwidth efficiency of up to 51% and features multistream, as well as Newtec's Clean Channel Technology® and its linear and non-linear pre-distortion technology Equalink® 3.

Building upon the MDM6100 Broadcast Satellite Modem software suite, the enhanced hardware platform of the MCX7000 extends the modem capabilities beyond single carrier support.

In a multi-modulator configuration, four 133 Mbaud carriers acc. DVB standards up to DVB-S2X can be generated. Efficient transmission of UHDTV bouquets over 2 or 3 transponders for DTH only requires the Channel Bonding license.
In a multi-demod modem configuration, two 133 Mbaud carriers can be demodulated, next to modulation of a 133 Mbaud signal with full support of the DVB satellite standards up to DVB-S2X. Each and every Transport Stream embedded in one of the received carriers can be output on one of the six (optional) ASI or dual Ethernet ports. The same data interfaces can be used as input ports for the modulator.
Transmodulation of a received stream is also an option.
Its remote in-band management and software upgradeability makes it the receiver equipment of choice for remote unattended towers and headends. Subsequent releases of this future-proof DVB-S2X platform guarantee, by simple software upgrade, even increased functionality and higher density.

Key features:
Maximum configurations:
- 4 x DVB-S2X carrier modulator
- 3 x DVB-S2X carrier modulator with optional ASI interfaces
- 2 x DVB-S2X carrier modulator and one demodulator with optional ASI interfaces
- 3 x DVB-S2X carrier demodulator (with dual L-band input)
- 2 x DVB-S2X carrier demodulator with one modulator and optional ASI interfaces
Minimum symbol rate: 256 kbaud
Maximum symbol rate: 133 Mbaud
Data rates up to 425 Mbit/s
IF (70/140) and L-Band (950-2150) high power outputs
Very high bandwidth efficiency, ease of monitoring and control leads to Low Total Cost of Ownership
- DVB-S2X, DVB-S2, DVB-DSNG/S compliant
- QPSK, 8PSK, 16APSK, 32APSK, 64APSK, 128APSK and 256 APSK
- Up to 15% bandwidth gain with optional Equalink® 3 pre-distortion
- Up to 15% bandwidth efficiency gains (on top of DVB-S2) with Clean Channel Technology®
- Multistream CCM or VCM mode with ISSY
Highest system reliability and service uptime
- Redundancy with main TS over ASI and back-up TS over IP input
- Optional Seamless Switching acc. SMPTE 2022-7 on TS over IP inputs
- Carrier-based redundancy switching in a multiple modulator 1:1 configuration
- TS null packet stuffing detector
- Built-in TS Analyser with PCR jitter measurements
- RFI reduction using optional DVB RF Carrier ID (DVB-CID) and NIT table CID (default)
- Market leading RF purity and performance
- PRBS generator for link performance tests
Remote in-band management
Remote over-the-air software upgrade
Optional 4 x MPE encapsulators / decapsulators up to 70 Mbps
Optional AES encryption / decryption up to 140 Mbps
Optional BISS scrambler/descrambler up to 130 Mbps
Optional DVB-S2X Channel Bonding modulator up to 425 Mbps

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The FRC0740 has 2 L-band inputs and one L-band monitoring output. The signals on the two L-band inputs can be combined inside the unit before being up-converted. The high output frequency stability is provided by an internal 10 MHz reference clock. For applications requiring a very high frequency stability (such as for very low data rate carriers), an optional very high stability reference clock can be ordered.

The FRC0740 is easy to operate and monitor. All control and monitoring parameters are available locally on the front panel and remotely through a web interface. It is also possible to control or monitor the FRC0740 via RMCP or SNMP.

Key features
Wide choice of RF frequency ranges covering C, Ku and DBS-bands
Very high frequency stability
Very low spurious characteristics
2 L-band inputs and one L-band output
Integrated signal combiner
Very high linearity
Very good gain flatness over the entire bandwidth

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The FRC0750 can also be used as an active switching device for signal routing purposes or redundancy switching operations. In its default configuration, the FRC0750 combines up to 4 different L-band signals into one L-band signal. As an option it is possible to combine up to 8 different L-band signals within the same unit.

A DC power supply and a reference frequency are also available on the L-band output, providing a compact and cost effective solution when the FRC0750 is used in combination with an outdoor RF upconverter and/or amplifier.

The FRC0750 can be delivered with an integrated block upconverter as option. In this configuration, the FRC0750 converts the L-band output signal of the combiner to C, Ku or DBS-band. The FRC0750 is easy to operate and monitor. All control and monitoring parameters are available locally on the front panel and remotely through a web interface. It is also possible to control or monitor the FRC0750 via Newtec’s proprietary RMCP protocol or via SNMP.

Key features
Up to 8 L-band inputs
Each input is switchable and gain adjustable
Optional upconversion to C, Ku or DBS-band
Optional 10 MHz +DC power for BUC
Optional 10 MHz reference input/output
Advanced monitoring and control

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Cost Effective Service Offerings:
Thanks to a unique design of both the compact modem and the iLNB, the cost of the terminal is kept to a minimum.

The IP Satellite Modem is available with unique Point & Play® easy-install technology, supporting the installation of the complete terminal without specific qualifications or expensive tools. Point&Play provides correct satellite identification and facilitates pointing. This can happen through audio feedback, or through the Terminal Installation App. This smartphone app connects to the modem through Wi-Fi. It supports a number of key functionalities required during an antenna installation: Site acceptance, polarization adjustment, fully aided antenna pointing, storm testing etc. After mounting and positioning, the integrated certification assures correct installation by giving instant link quality approval. It guarantees that each terminal works at maximum efficiency without any interference risk.

Key Features:
Small size, table top or wall mounted
Optional Wi-Fi and advanced routing support
Wideband DVB-S2X ACM Forward
4CPM MF-TDMA Adaptive Return Link
Embedded TCP acceleration and encryption
Multi-level Quality of Service
Layer 2 and Layer 3 support with versatile IP routing and addressing
Low jitter for real time applications
DNS Cache/Relay
Support of IPv4 and IPv6
Multiple virtual networks behind the modem
Over-the-air software upgradeability
Over-the-air monitoring and diagnostics tools
Dual satellite configuration settings
Ka- and Ku-band terminal solutions
Support for single cable iLNBs

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Key features
Dual redundant power supply with monitoring
From 1+1 to 16+1 configuration
Automatic or manual operational mode
GbE Logical Switching
Automatic Switch Back
Copy the full configuration from a device to another
Automatic memorization of configuration
Reference device
GUI with synoptic view
User-configurable switching logic
Operates and controls up to 36 switching modules
Switchable signals: ASI, IP, IF, L-band and RF-band
Stand alone operation or integrated in a network management system
Monitoring & Control via SNMP
Management of Device Configuration

Main Advantages
High reliability through the dual redundant power supply – Main & Extension unit
Increases service availability significantly thanks to the automatic or manual operational mode, the Automatic Switch Back and the automatic memorisation of the configuration
Optimised switching time
Cost-effective solution through GbE logical switching
Future-proof solution thanks to its scalability from a 1+1 to a 16+1 configuration
Easy setup and installation through the ability to copy the full configuration from one device to another
Flexible deployment and device hot replacement
Easy to use, control and operate through its user-configurable switching logic and the Automatic Switch Back
Easy integration into NMS systems through SNMP
Highly compact

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Main Advantages
High reliability through the dual redundant power supply
Increases service availability significantly thanks to the automatic or manual operational mode, the Automatic Switch Back and the automatic memorisation of the configuration
Cost-effective solution through GbE logical switching
Easy setup and installation through the ability to copy the full configuration from one device to another
Easy to use, control and operate through its user-configurable switching logic and the Automatic Switch Back
Easy integration into NMS systems through Monitoring & Control via SNMP
Highly compact

Key features
Dual redundant power supply with monitoring
Automatic or manual operational mode
Logical Ethernet switching
Automatic Switch Back
Copy the full configuration between devices
Automatic memorization of configuration
Reference device
GUI with synoptic view
User-configurable switching logic
Switching of ASI, IP, IF, L-band and RF signals
Stand alone operation or integrated in a network management system
Monitoring & control via SNMP
Management of device configuration

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With its swiss-army-knife approach, the Nimbra 400 family is the very definition of versatility. Engineered for the harsh realities of the internet, the Nimbra 400 family supports a wide range of video and transport technologies. The combination of native support for both AVC and HEVC encoding/decoding, compressed video over IP and ASI and an open and flexible approach to IP networking in a super-efficient 1 RU form factor makes the Nimbra 400 family a perfect companion for space constrained remote sites and flight kits. With native support for RIST, SRT, Zixi and our own Edge Connect software means you can get your content anywhere. The integrated encryption and firewall paired with transport of any remote management traffic and comms also minimizes the need for third party equipment on site.

Paired with its standalone software counterpart, the Virtual Nimbra, means there are solutions ranging from highly redundant appliances for flight-kit and racks, to flexible software for datacenters and public cloud providers.

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Combining native video, audio and high quality ethernet transport with switching, the Nimbra 300 provides a high-quality multiservice solution for demanding media applications. Multi-service capabilities allow you to transport live and file-based content across the same network, and with native support for DTT (ATSC 3.0, DVB-T2, ISDB-T) transport, Broadcast Radio distribution and video contribution the Nimbra 300 series gives you all the flexibility you need.

With support for service admission control and guaranteed bandwidth, performance and characteristics different services can safely be mixed no matter the network load. With hitless 1+1 protection of media and data services you can be sure that the expected service quality will always be delivered.

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Next generation WAN transport-platform designed for all-IP services and all-IP networks, guaranteeing quality for the most demanding live media events while providing agility through automated real-time provisioning. Scaling both switching and link capacities to levels unprecedented in the media WAN space, enabling event sites, stadiums, studios, and production sites to be interconnected using a total of 1,2 Tbps of guaranteed capacity in just a compact 3RU modular form factor.Future proof building practice with fully flexible cooling and power configurations allow deployment in any modern service provider, broadcaster or data center environment. Designed with a virtualization architecture, using one common hardware platform for all media and network functions, enabling flexible deployment of functions anywhere in the network. Modular and redundant, with hot swappable and protected components guarantees uptime and reliability.

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The LTN® Network is a broadcast-quality IP multicast network with 99.999% reliability and ultra-low latency. The Network connects 3,000+ locations with global audiences and powers LTN solutions to drive content value.

With proprietary protocols for dynamic multicarrier routing and rapid error recovery, the LTN Network is engineered to outsmart congestion and preempt failure, ensuring consistent live video delivery.

Backed by the LTN Network, major media producers and distributors expand their reach, increase their revenue, and deliver transformative video experiences.

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Whether it’s for contribution or distribution, full-time or occasional use, LTN Leaf is a cost-effective, fully managed solution for transmitting or receiving broadcast-quality video.

The Leaf appliance requires minimal on-site setup, and features a compact, integrated design that harnesses the flexibility of multiple encode and decode configurations. Leaf also enables seamless access to the LTN Network, with real-time monitoring and always-on support.

The Leaf encode mode supports interactive interviews and live shots with lower end-to-end latency than satellite. Leaf also features broadcast-quality encoding for fast-motion sports and complex tape playout content at bitrates up to 20 Mbps, with high-quality multi-codec decoding of up to four simultaneous feeds.

Create the future of video with LTN Leaf.

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Next generation of media transport designed for ultimate reliability, flexibility and versatility. Nimbra Edge is a fully cloud-based media transport solution designed for private or public cloud environments.Nimbra Edge augments existing Nimbra devices by drastically simplifying the network architecture through offloading complexity such as redundancy and scalability to its cloud-based backend. With its open approach to networking, Nimbra Edge connects to any media device supporting RIST, SRT, Zixi or Net Insights Edge connect software. The latter designed to cloud-enable any third-party device or workflow.

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LTN Leaf Flypack™ is a portable connection to the LTN Network that enables professional broadcasters to deliver flawless live events — easily, at scale, and from any location. Packing the power of a satellite truck in a cost-efficient carry-on, Flypack provides broadcast quality, ultra-low latency, and global reach, backed by our fully managed and monitored multicast IP network.

A complete IP solution for any live event, Flypack features plug-and-play setup, offers encryption capabilities, and encodes and decodes at up to 20 mbps with SD and HD support.

By connecting Flypack to the LTN Network, you can manage and control video from origin to destination, monitoring every signal with LTN Portal and always-on NOC support.

Power the future of video with LTN Leaf Flypack.

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CatonNet Video Platform (CVP), powered by Caton Transport Protocols, provides broadcast grade media transmission services. CVP is designed as a highly available, low latency and secure service ensuring your video can be transmitted and received without compromising on quality, security or speed. With a point of presence in over 60 countries worldwide, some of the largest content creators, broadcasters, satellite operators and service providers are using this fully managed end-to-end service with up to 99.999% stream availability to securely deliver superior video to their customers locally, regionally and globally. All while enjoying significant cost savings compared to traditional network services.

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HOME is a management platform for IP-based media infrastructures. It is designed to connect, manage and secure all aspects and instances of live production environments. HOME provides the tools and centralized services for swift and effective interaction of engineers with their tools.

HOME is cloud-native by design and ready to run anywhere, irrespective of the system’s size. With HOME, the cloud starts on your campus, private and locally. It turns an array of devices, setups, sites, hubs and data centers into a powerful, agile network — quickly and in a perfectly secure way.

Inside HOME, discovery of devices is automatic, while registering and admitting them to the network is only a button press away.

With the adoption of IP well underway, the focus of operators has shifted from whether to adopt IP to how to use its potential with minimal effort and maximum effect. This is where HOME shines: it addresses all pressing issues real-world operators face today and tomorrow. In one place and via a single, platform-agnostic, intuitive user interface.

Lawo’s HOME platform is based on open standards such as ST2110, NMOS, IEEE802.1x and RADIUS and has been designed and built from the ground up using LUX—the Lawo Unified Experience, a framework for conceiving, designing, and building solutions that put you first and defines the standard for user experience and design across the Lawo portfolio.

Discovery and Registration: HOME solves IP complexity with automatic plug & play discovery of IP audio and video devices, which are registered with their name, location, status and type. This applies not only to Lawo products but to third-party solutions as well via NMOS. Discovered devices are managed in a central inventory list, ready for access and configuration.

Device Management: In today’s hectic live broadcast environments, operators rely on speedy, unified device configuration routines, especially when setting generic device parameters or configuring senders and receivers. The ability to save and recall configurations is key to speed up tasks. HOME provides a centralized “mission control” for these processes, providing fast and unified access to device parameters for easy tweaking, irrespective of the end point being controlled.

Operability: With its simple, user-friendly UI, HOME allows users to organize and access processing services. With all required facilities accessible in one place, operators can set up and change stream configurations, and route them across an infrastructure without the need for a separate controller. For large infrastructures HOME works seamlessly with a broadcast controller in the same set-up and helps to speed up configuration and operation. HOME is based on LUX, a UI language common to all Lawo devices and many of their functionalities. Through HOME’s user interface, operators can access and edit device parameters quickly utilizing integral mechanisms that help get the job done efficiently. With HOME, operators quickly get right to what they’re looking for, without distractions and complications, to focus 100% on the task at hand.

Security: The content created by a production crew and transported over a network is any operation’s most valuable asset and deserves strong protection. While a robust security system needs to cover all aspects of media infrastructure and content creation, the key lies in its simplicity. HOME provides a variety of security strategies, first of which is quarantining unknown devices when they come online. Only after being deliberately approved, via an intuitive IEEE802.1X-based routine, can they begin exchanging signals with the HOME network. Secondly, HOME uses an authentication strategy based on a centralized user management system, with dedicated user roles and groups. The LDAP based service allows users to authenticate either locally – within HOME – or via their own corporate IT infrastructure, e.g. Microsoft® Active Directory. Finally comes the arbitration of devices and individual streams based on pinpointed rights management. HOME’s architecture is prepared to manage services such as transport layer security, network segmentation and other IT security mechanisms such as RADIUS.

Scalable Architecture: Home is cloud-native by design, which means that its architecture is built to run detached from hardware constraints. This does not automatically mean that services must be outsourced to an external service provider whose meter is running 24/7; with HOME, the cloud starts on your campus, private and locally, on COTS hardware. The HOME platform is designed as functional blocks that provide microservices, which are self-contained and supply functionality to operators or other services.

HOME can be expanded with additional services at any time to increase its functionality — the platform scales on demand. Should there be a need for a larger RDS, because the installation grows, additional instances of the required resources can be added anytime. One of the core principles of HOME is its focus on the utilization of open standards wherever possible, for broadest compatibility and future-proof integration. With HOME, flexibility and resource utilization in IP media infrastructure maximizes.

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The next generation of digital STL
Our challenge: to design a studio-to-transmitter link (STL) for your most demanding 950 MHz applications — one as reliable and robust as Intraplex® T1 and IP audio links. Digital STL manages much more than audio, so installation and configuration need to be straightforward, not a science project. Data should not be optional, requiring additional boxes and complexity. Your STL should be ready, out of the box, for AM, FM and HD Radio™, as well as future multimedia applications.

Earlier digital STLs were not designed for IP data transport. Adding IP data to them required optional modules and external add-ons, and many engineers working on HD Radio installations reported spending much time and money trying to eliminate glitches.

Our solution: HD Link™ is designed to manage all HD Radio™ transport scenarios, regardless of where you place your importer and exporter. Its two prioritized Ethernet paths give preference to HD Radio™ data over control and other LAN/WAN data. It supports both UDP and TCP, and even handles the switching of TCP return packets over asymmetric IP paths with plug-and-play simplicity.

HD Link offers RF power to spare, an integrated IP gateway with sophisticated data handling capabilities, and multiple channels of audio. The intuitive front panel and remote interfaces tap into the most complete feature set of any microwave STL, yet take less time to configure. It can even operate on both RF and IP simultaneously, and allows automatic backup of all services from one to the other.

Intraplex is broadcasting’s first choice for rock-solid, full-time operation of T1 STLs. With HD Link, you can now count on the same dependable performance, superior support and long-term value for your microwave links.

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The Intraplex® IP Link family of IP audio codecs provides high-end features at an affordable price. Offering an array of audio coding options along with IPConnect technology for data tunneling, the IP Link codecs are suitable for use in Studio-to-Transmitter Links (STLs) as well as audio contribution and distribution networks. Support for IP multicast and multiple unicast streams enables one encoder to feed multiple decoders.

By incorporating three IP Interfaces that can be used for streaming and management, the IP Link systems can provide a level of reliability not seen in comparably-priced codecs.

As the latest additions to the Intraplex line of data transport products, the IP Link family of audio codecs bring legendary Intraplex reliability to the IP codec market.

IP Link 100/100p: Single bidirectional stereo audio channel IP Link 200: Two bidirectional stereo audio channels IP Link 200A: Two bidirectional stereo audio channels with one channel being AES67 Standard: Linear, AAC-LC, Opus and G.722 audio coding Optional: AAC-HE, AAC-HEv2, AACELD, MPEG2, MPEG3 and Enhanced aptX audio coding Optional: Automatic audio loudness leveling and metering compliant with EBU R-128 and ITU-R Optional: IPConnect capability to reliably transport external IP packets Other transport modes: Transparent AES up to 192 kbps to support composite FM multiplex signal over AES Protocol Encapsulation: RTP, SHOUTcast/Icecast, MPEG-TS Three independent IP interfaces for redundant network operation Optional redundant power supply: 12VDC or 48VDC Built-in silence sensor with optional stream switch over Automatic backup to audio playout from USB drive or external audio source Multicoding can encode the same audio source in multiple formats for STL, backup, and web streaming Optional Dynamic Stream Splicing providing “hitless” operation and T1/ E1 circuit like performance on less predictable IP networks Prioritized stream sources at the output with automatic switch over and switch back between primary and secondary streams and backup sources (streams, USB, external audio source) Programmable RTP level Forward Error Correction (FEC) scheme Programmable time diversity and interleaving of streams to combat burst packet losses Integrated with Intraplex IP Link Scheduler for automated scheduled program switching Integrated with Intraplex LiveLook (network analytics and monitoring software) N+1 redundancy with integrated control of external switching equipment IP Link 200/200A/100p: SynchroCast™ option provides dynamically managed precision delay for Single Frequency Network (SFN) broadcasting and simulcasting Support for IP multicast and multi-unicast Web browser user interface and SNMP network management Eight multipurpose contact closure inputs and outputs provide: Transport of logic signals with time-alignment to audio Stream control Alarm notification

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Intraplex® IPConnect is an IP networking gateway solution for fortification of mission-critical communication across wide area networks
IPConnect solves the problem of reliable transport across complex networks that traditionally suffer data loss through dropped packets. IPConnect provides an added layer of reliability for many types of IP traffic such as HD Radio, DAB/DAB+, or DRM by employing a combination of packet protection schemes with network/time diversity and packet-level forward error correction. Additionally, IPConnect can bridge local area network (LAN) segments across wide-area networks with seamless tunneling to enhance reliability of program and signal transport across large geographical regions with multiple receiving and transmitting sites.

With its three network interfaces, IPConnect’s data gateway provides extra protection through packet encapsulation, which encloses external IP data packets in a GatesAir protocol wrapper as it moves across IP networks. IPConnect provides this protection for studio-generated data, as well as IP data from external sources. While the former might include RDS data or SNMP control signals to trigger a command at the transmitter site, the latter may incorporate program or control data coming from a network operations center, satellite feed or advertising service.

As the next-generation member in GatesAir Intraplex family of IP codecs, the award-winning IPConnect leverages the strengths of previous IP Link codecs—including GatesAir’s patented Dynamic Stream Splicing (DSS) technology to mitigate IP packet loss, eliminate off-air time, and optimize stream reliability.

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The DARK1616S is a versatile break in/ out box for sending/ receiving both analogue and digital (AES3) audio to/ from a network utilising the Dante audio over IP (AoIP) protocol.

In total there are 16 channels of audio sent from the Dark1616S into the network. The Dark1616S has 8 of AES3 inputs and 16 of analogue inputs. Using the GlenController App it is possible to set which inputs (AES3 or Analogue) are being sent to the Dante/ AES67 network, an auto mode is available that sends AES3 (when a valid signal is detected) in preference to the analogue input.

Simultaneously there are 16 channels of audio being received from the network by the Dark1616S and these incoming circuits are provided as outputs from the Dark1616S in both AES3 and analogue.

The AES3 inputs have sample rate converters on them and can accept input frequencies up to 192kHz, the incoming AES3 circuit is always sample rate converted to match the Dante network frequency.

The AES3 outputs have sample rate converters on them and can be locked to the sample frequency of the Word clock input, the first AES3 input or to the Dante network.

A Word clock output is also provided, this is clocked at the same sample rate as the Dante network and can be used for locking external equipment to the network's sample rate.

The unit can be remote controlled using our GlenController Windows 10 App. The App allows such things as the dBFs levels to be set, clock masters and also provides input/ output metering. See the App tab for further details.

For ease of cabling audio I/O is presented on D25 sockets to the AES59 standard (Tascam wiring convention) for which there are a number of reasonably priced break out cables available from multiple suppliers.

Being designed for resilient broadcast applications, the Dark1616S features both redundant power supplies and redundant Dante network links with link status GPOs (general purpose outputs (solid state relays)). Both primary and secondary network links are provided with both magnetic (copper RJ45) and fibre (SFP) interface connections. The Dante system itself provides a completely transparent redundant link system which means that if the Dark1616S lost its primary link circuit the secondary link would automatically take over with no loss of audio.

The primary and secondary network interfaces are routed internally via a network switch.  It is possible to set this switch to work as a traditional network switch instead of the default redundant mode.  This means that there would be just one link to the Dante network and the other connections of the switch could have other Dante or network devices connected to them. As with all Dante devices, once set up, Dark1616S units can be directly connected with each other with no external network hardware.

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The Glensound DARK1616D is a digital to digital converter designed to connect AES3 audio circuits to/ from a Dante/ AES67 audio network.

Dante network audio is a common protocol for distributing high quality linear audio over standard IP networks and it is widely used by many audio equipment manufacturers. The Glensound Dark1616D Dante audio interface will be compatible with any other manufacturers Dante audio interface.

Being designed for live on-air broadcast applications the Glensound Dark1616D has been designed with multiple redundancy capabilities. It has 2 mains power sources and it also has fully redundant network connections for both Copper & Fibre circuits.

The Dark1616D provides 8 balanced AES3 inputs and 8 balanced AES3 outputs to the Dante network on rear panel D25 connectors wired to AES59 (also known as the Tascam standard).

As per our other Dante equipment 0dBu = -18dBFs

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The GS-FW012 ip is the Dante network audio version of the GS-FW012 4W unit.

There are still four inputs for the top panel loudspeaker or headphone monitoring, each with their own level controls and each being derived from the Dante network.  There are still four talkback outputs each being routed to the Dante network.

Both the inputs and outputs are presented via a single rear panel Neutricon RJ45/CAT5 connection that is Dante/AES67 compliant.

The four talkback outputs are identical.  Each has a 3 position lever key talk switch that is either off, locked on, or in a sprung push to talk mode.  The output of each circuit can be off unless the talkback button is pressed, looping the the associated Dante input input, or outputting the local cue input.

The local cue input is presented on XLR and has it's own level pot for the speaker or headphone monitoring.

A good quality microphone amplifier with adjustable gain followed by a compressor limiter is built into the unit making its talkback outputs to the Dante network crystal clear. Conversion of the audio signals to/ from the Dante network are by low noise, high bandwidth 48K 24bit converters providing superb performance.

Audio I/O can be routed via the digital Dante router.  The free Dante Controller software configures all routes and can be downloaded by clicking here.

There is an internal switch mode power supply, or the GS-FW012 ip can be powered via PoE via the CAT5 connection. If both supplies are present then they will act as redundant supplies.

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The DARK16O is a versatile break out box for receiving analogue audio from a network utilising the Dante and AES67 audio over IP (AoIP) protocols.

In total there are 16 channels of audio being received from the AoIP network and converted via low noise DACs (Digital to Analogue Converters) to balanced analogue outputs.

For ease of cabling audio outputs are presented as balanced circuits on Neutrik XLRs.

Being designed for resilient broadcast applications the DARK16O features both redundant power supplies and redundant Dante network links with link status GPOs (general purpose outputs (solid state relays)). Both primary and secondary network links are provided with both magnetic (copper RJ45) and fibre (SFP) interface connections. The Dante system itself provides a completely transparent redundant link system which means that if the DARK16O lost its primary link circuit, the secondary link would automatically take over with no loss of audio.

The primary and secondary network interfaces are routed internally via a network switch.  It is possible to set this switch to work as a traditional network switch instead of the default redundant mode.  This means that there would be just one link to the Dante/ AES67 network and the other connections of the switch could have other Dante or network devices connected to them. As with all Dante devices, once set up, DARK16O units can be directly connected with each other with no external network hardware.

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The DARK16I is a versatile box for converting analogue audio inputs to an AoIP system utilising the Dante and AES67 audio over IP (AoIP) protocols.

In total there are 16 audio input channels, all being simultaneously converted to the AoIP network via high quality low noise analogue to digital converters.

For ease of cabling audio inputs are balanced circuits on Neutrik XLRs.

Being designed for resilient broadcast applications, the DARK16I features both redundant power supplies and redundant Dante network links with link status GPOs (general purpose outputs (solid state relays)). Both primary and secondary network links are provided with both magnetic (copper RJ45) and fibre (SFP) interface connections. The Dante system itself provides a completely transparent redundant link system which means that if the DARK16I lost its primary link circuit the secondary link would automatically take over with no loss of audio.

The primary and secondary network interfaces are routed internally via a network switch.  It is possible to set this switch to work as a traditional network switch instead of the default redundant mode.  This means that there would be just one link to the Dante/ AES67 network and the other connections of the switch could have other Dante or network devices connected to them. As with all Dante devices, once set up, DARK16I units can be directly connected with each other with no external network hardware.

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The DARK88 MKII is a versatile break in/ out box for sending/ receiving analogue audio to/ from a network utilising the Dante audio over IP (AoIP) protocol.

In total there are 8 channels of audio sent from the DARK88 MKII into the network. The DARK88 MKII has 8 of analogue electronically balanced audio inputs on Neutrik XLRs.

Simultaneously there are 8 channels of audio being received from the network by the DARK88 MKII and these incoming circuits are provided as outputs from the DARK88 MKII in analogue.

Network sample rates of up to 192KHz are accommodated seamlessly within the DARK88 MKII.

Being designed for resilient broadcast applications the DARK88 MKII features both redundant power supplies and redundant Dante network links. Both primary and secondary network links are provided with both magnetic (copper RJ45) and fibre (SFP) interface connections. The Dante system itself provides a completely transparent redundant link system which means that if the DARK88 MKII lost its primary link circuit the secondary link would automatically take over with no loss of audio.

The primary and secondary network interfaces are routed internally via a network switch.  It is possible to set this switch to work as a traditional network switch instead of the default redundant mode.  This means that there would be just one link to the Dante network and the other connections of the switch could have other Dante or network devices connected to them. As with all Dante devices, once set up, DARK88 MKII units can be directly connected with each other with no external network hardware.

On the front panel, LEDs indicate the status of the 2 power supplies and the 2 network links. GPO status outputs are also provided for external indication of the power supply & network status.

Network connections are placed on the front panel of the DARK88 MKII in order that the network cables (or fibres) match those of a rack mounted professional network switch, making installation and tracing interconnecting cables easy. Fibre connections are via SFP slots, meaning that users can select their own preferred fibre type & connector style by installing their own fibre SFP modules (a selection of modules is available from Glensound if preferred).

The DARK88 MKII features the Brooklyn module from Audinate which is AES67 compliant.

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The DARK8ADI (Analogue & Digital Input) is a very powerful Dante®/ AES67 network audio interface, in a robust 1RU 19" subrack It has a 8 of low noise analogue line inputs and 4 of transformer balanced AES3 digital audio inputs. These inputs are transmitted on a fully redundant Dante/ AES67 network interface.

In total 16 audio circuits are sent to the Dante/ AES67 network. Eight of these circuits are always derived from the 4 x AES3 inputs, the other eight are automatically switched between the AES3 and analogue inputs. If the DARK8ADI detects valid AES3 signal on a channel then this will be routed to the network output.  If no valid AES3 is detected then the analogue input will be routed to the network output instead of the AES3.

The rugged design, redundant mains powering & redundant network facility of the unit means that it can easily be placed and left unattended wherever audio sources are required.

Eight Analogue Audio InputsThe DARK8ADI has 8 electronically balanced analogue line level audio inputs. Each input is on its own Neutrik 3 pin XLR socket.Quality Analogue To Digital ConvertersTo get the best possible results from your analogue audio inputs, the very best widest range analogue to digital converters (ADCs) currently available are used to make sure the digital audio on your network is as good as it possibly can be.Four AES3 Audio InputsThe DARK8ADI has 4 transformer balanced digital AES3 audio inputs. Each input is on its own Neutrik 3 pin XLR socket. These inputs can accept sample rates up to 192kHz.

Analogue/ AES3 Auto SwitchingEight of the audio outputs are derived from both the 4 x AES3 inputs and the 8 analogue inputs, whereby the AES3 inputs take priority to the analogue circuits. Our input circuitry looks for valid AES3 data streams on the AES3 inputs.  If one is detected then the pair of audio outputs (AES3 is two audio channels) associated with that circuit will be routed to the Dante/ AES67 output and if no valid AES3 signal is detected then the analogue input will be routed to that output.

AES3 Network OutputsAs well as the switched outputs, the outputs of the 4 x AES3 input circuits are always routed to 8 audio channels of the AoIP network.

Sample Rate ConvertersThe AES3 audio inputs are fed through sample rate converters so that they match the AoIP networks sample frequency. The AoIP network supports up to 192kHz sampling and the AES3 inputs can be between 32 & 192kHz.

Network InterfaceThere are 4 network interfaces on the DARK8ADI. There are 2 x Neutrik Ethercon (RJ45) connectors and there are also 2 x SFP slots for customers to fit their own preferred fibre interfaces.

Redundant Network InterfaceWhen using the Dante protocol it is possible to set the DARK8ADI to have a fully redundant network interface whereby a completely glitch free automatic redundant audio network link is provided across 2 of the network interfaces.

PowerEach DARK8ADI can be powered from two independent sources to provide a multi-redundant power option.Two wide range switch mode power supplies are fitted as standard to provide redundant mains power supplies.

Alarms & LEDsThe front panel features two LEDs (one indicating OK and the other fault) for both power supplies and both network ports. This data OK/ Fault information is also provided on solid state relay outputs on front panel D connectors.

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The DARK 1616M is an audio interface that provides connections to a Dante or AES67 IP network.

Inputs & OutputsThere are 16 digital inputs and 16 digital outputs, available on 8 x AES connections.  There are also 16 analogue inputs and 16 analogue outputs, available in parallel to the digital.  The analogue and digital outputs are always available, and the inputs work either on AES input priority or can be selected via the control app.

The AES3 inputs have sample rate converters and can accept input frequencies up to 192kHz.  The incoming AES3 circuit is always sample rate converted to match the Dante network frequency.  The AES3 outputs are locked to the sample frequency of the Dante network.

ConnectionsFor ease of cabling, audio I/O is presented on D25 sockets to the AES59 standard (Tascam wiring convention) for which there are a number of reasonably priced break out cables available from multiple suppliers.

Remote Mic AmpsThe analogue inputs are switchable between mic, line and 48v phantom power.  These are controllable across the network via the Dark Controller Windows 10 app.  This allows remote control by an engineer of the input selection, gain adjust and input on/off control.  A meter is also provided for each input on the app, to monitor the input level and help with setting the gain.

Network InterfaceBeing designed for resilient broadcast applications the Dark1616M features both redundant power supplies and redundant Dante network links with link status GPOs (general purpose outputs (solid state relays)). Both primary and secondary network links are provided with both magnetic (copper RJ45) and fibre (SFP) interface connections. The Dante system itself provides a completely transparent redundant link system which means that if the Dark1616M lost its primary link circuit the secondary link would automatically take over with no loss of audio.

The primary and secondary network interfaces are routed internally via a network switch.  It is possible to set this switch to work as a traditional network switch instead of the default redundant mode.  This means that there would be just one link to the Dante network, and the other connections of the switch could have other Dante or network devices connected to them. As with all Dante devices, once set up, Dark1616 units can be directly connected with each other with no external network hardware.

AlarmsOn the front panel 4 bright LEDs indicate the status of the 2 power supplies and the primary and secondary local network links. In parallel to these 4 indicating LEDs there are 4 solid state relay outputs for connecting to external alarm systems for failure notification of a power supply or link fault.

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Software solution for sophisticated transport stream splicing. Runs on generic enterprise grade Windows server hardware. Scalable and flexible configuration. Low propagation delay and avoids full steam decoding when operating in frame accurate mode,

Applications include Ad Insertion, Slate insertion (covering content) or live content replacement.

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Edge, is available as a lightweight functional block on a VM, container in-line with other software or on bare metal which is specified according to the required throughput.

It can either be used standalone through a web interface or in most cases connects over websockets to our control and monitoring platform called CORE (deployed on prem or in the cloud).

Typical use-cases are secure and reliable Internet transit, a monitoring probe, 2022-7 protection, Input protection and (De)Scrambling.

 

Functions that set itself apart from a native SRT implementation are:

•    SMPTE 2022-7 seamless input with per path statistics

•    SRT RTP header passthrough allowing 1+1 paths followed by downstream 2022-7 seamless protection

•    BISS-2 scrambling and descrambling with seamless odd/even key transition

•    Thumbnailing (based on ffmpeg library)

•    ETR290 Priority 1, Priority 2 & Priority 3 (fully written in house)

•    UDP and RTP output with packet pacing and launch delay offset

•    Threshold based input redundancy with support passive or active backup sources

•    CORE (CORE is the name of our control platform) - Centralised control and monitoring capable of controlling and monitoring through firewalls and presenting a northbound REST control and monitoring API

•    CORE - High availability horizontally scalable cluster based control and monitoring capable of managing tens of thousands of EDGEs.

•    CORE has a REST API with existing integrations with ATOS BNCS and Skyline Dataminer.

•    CORE supports local, LDAP, SAML and Azure AD authentication.

•    CORE - Grafana native driver for correlated monitoring of all software components

•    Floating centralised license model with both OPEX and CAPEX options

•    EDGE Debugging tools - top talkers & PCAP

•    HLS input and output

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Network 1 is a reliable and cost-effective internet-based platform, for the primary distribution of linear content. It offers content owners 24/7/365, point to multi-point channel distribution to global audiences. Network 1 empowers customers to focus on the content, not the distribution.

From public service broadcasters, to global media giants, the UK's oldest commercial network and premier league football teams, Network 1 customers are increasingly utilising global connectivity to transport linear video content.

Network 1 offers significantly quicker implementation than traditional fibre and satellite distribution methods, with set-up normally measured in hours rather than months. Network 1 is multi-cloud compatible, protocol agnostic and delivers over managed or unmanaged networks. Infinite scalability ensures on-boarding new channels is easy and if no hardware is required, customers can deliver to new affiliates or broadcast platform operators straight away.

Network 1 is a fully managed service, with network management and monitoring capabilities, offering complete reliability.

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Livelink is a robust IP delivery solution for transporting live linear and OTT content from point to single-point or multi-point. It allows users to self-manage their live content for delivery to any destination worldwide by utilizing cloud environments available in every region. Livelink is cloud agnostic and compatible with any transport protocol including Zixi, RIST, SRT, HLS and RTMP.

Livelink’s expand on demand infrastructure ensures that teams can quickly scale their requirements within minutes. This flexible approach enables stakeholders managing live broadcasts and events to adapt to changing circumstances. Livelink does not rely on traditional infrastructure which makes it extremely cost-effective. Its intuitive self-service interface enables users to easily transport, manage and extract value from live content. The platform integrates rights management, automatic booking updates and customisable monitoring and alerts so that customers retain control of all aspects of delivery.

Livelink offers broadcasters the ability to deploy and deliver live feeds with minimal on-site presence. The platform offers global reach and is the ideal solution to reduce live event overheads and also supports current social distancing measures which the broadcasting industry has implemented. The self-management interface monitors availability, routing and scheduling for all feeds, as well as tracking cloud environment costs. Cerberus Tech can fulfil hardware requirements, direct to the end user if required. However, in many instances no additional hardware is required for set-up, just an internet connection.

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The DARK1616 is a versatile break in/ out box for sending/ receiving both analogue and digital (AES3) audio to/ from a network utilising the Dante audio over IP (AoIP) protocol.

In total there are 16 channels of audio sent from the Dark1616 into the network. The Dark1616 has 8 of AES3 inputs and 16 of analogue inputs, but they cannot be used at the same time.   The AES3 inputs take priority over the analogue (if an AES3 input is receiving a valid AES3 signal then it will turn off the equivalent analogue input pair and route its output to the network).

Simultaneously there are 16 channels of audio being received from the network by the Dark1616 and these incoming circuits are provided as outputs from the Dark1616 in both AES3 and analogue.

The AES3 inputs have sample rate converters on them and can accept input frequencies up to 192kHz.  The incoming AES3 circuit is always sample rate converted to match the Dante network frequency.

The AES3 outputs are locked to the sample frequency of the Dante network.

For ease of cabling audio I/O is presented on D25 sockets to the AES59 standard (Tascam wiring convention) for which there are a number of reasonably priced break out cables available from multiple suppliers.

Being designed for resilient broadcast applications the Dark1616 features both redundant power supplies and redundant Dante network links with link status GPOs (general purpose outputs (solid state relays)). Both primary and secondary network links are provided with both magnetic (copper RJ45) and fibre (SFP) interface connections. The Dante system itself provides a completely transparent redundant link system which means that if the Dark1616 lost its primary link circuit the secondary link would automatically take over with no loss of audio.

The primary and secondary network interfaces are routed internally via a network switch.  It is possible to set this switch to work as a traditional network switch instead of the default redundant mode.  This means that there would be just one link to the Dante network, and the other connections of the switch could have other Dante or network devices connected to them. As with all Dante devices, once set up, Dark1616 units can be directly connected with each other with no external network hardware.

On the front panel 4 bright LEDs indicate the status of the 2 power supplies and the primary and secondary local network links. In parallel to these 4 indicating LEDs there are 4 solid state relay outputs for connecting to external alarm systems for failure notification of a power supply or link fault.

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Scalable multiple channel transport stream switching running on generic enterprise grade Windows servers. Flexible control options and auto redundant configurations

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L-GRID tackles the problem of speed mismatches at the source and avoids an extra investment in large buffer core switches.

L-GRID will configure the network card to only allow bursts of the configured bandwidth. Data flows to the preconfigured destinations are sent out of the network card perfectly shaped to the given bandwidth. As the L-GRID eliminates bursts before they enter the network, no exhaustive buffer space is required from the connected switches. The traffic is controlled/managed at the source. The cause for congestion is remediated before it can happen.

L-GRID enables the user to configure specific bandwidths for specific/configured clients. L-GRID runs as a user-space app on a Linux server and is configured via a config file or a REST interface. A certified network card is required

L-GRID will thereby improve the efficiency of your installed network.

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GRID encompasses a technology and a methodology to enable guaranteed data flows with effectively-enforced QoS in any IP network: a studio network, a post-production network, a data center network, etc.

GRID’s software transforms the IP network and the data flows to be fully predictable, non-blocking and 100% reliable. As a result, your network will be used much more cost-efficiently. GRID also provides several wizards to make configuration and management of the network easy and intuitive. The software enables a 100% service guarantee with a specific bandwidth, low latency and no packet-loss per service or flow.

GRID is compatible with the hardware of multiple vendors.

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The MDX series of high performance switching solutions unlock the benefits of a media-tuned, non-blocking architecture and are ideal for end-to-end contribution to distribution networks with guaranteed bandwidth and low latency. All Media Links’ MDX switches offer 100% Quality of Service (QoS) and our patented non-blocking switch architecture for feature-rich solutions across multicast applications. They are designed to combine compressed and uncompressed video / audio streams as well as TCP traffic over IP.

• Fault tolerant switching hardware


• TICO and JPEG compression for bandwidth conservation


• Fast OpenFlow switching


• Non-blocking switch architecture


• Integrated provisioning and network management


• SMPTE 2110 enabled


• NEBS Certified

Available Models:

• MDX32C Core Switch comes equipped with 32 x QSFP28 switch ports. Each port supports  1 x 40/100GbE, 2 x 50GbE, or 4 x 10/25GbE.


• MDX48x6C Aggregation Switch comes equipped with 48 x SFP28 (1G/10G/25G) + 6 QSFP28 (100G), a switching capacity of 1.8 Tbps, plus OpenFlow and Media Links’ Non-blocking Technology.

Applications & Use Cases:

• Carrier Class Media Delivery Networks


• High Performance Studio Interconnects


• Flawless Contribution Video Transport


• Contribution Video over Terrestrial and Satellite Networks

DOWNLOADS:

• DOWNLOAD Datasheet for MDX-32C


• DOWNLOAD Datasheet for MDX-48X6C


• WATCH 100G Eco-System Video


• DOWNLOAD Media Links Solutions Brochure


• DOWNLOAD North America Case Study (Telecom)


• DOWNLOAD Metropolitan Distribution Network Application Note


• DOWNLOAD Live Sports Production Application Note


• DOWNLOAD Centralized IP Switching Application Note


• DOWNLOAD WAN IP Network Application Note

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The AVN-PA8/D and the AVN-PM8/D Portals can be combined with multiple AVN-HA1 headphone amplifiers to provide a headphone distribution system – the portal output connections can supply analogue power to satellite headphone amplifiers and the unit can be mounted using the CM-MNT1 desk mount panel.

The AVN-PA8/D and AVN-PM8/D can be combined with multiple Sonifex AVN-HA1 headphone amplifiers to provide 8 separate headphone signals where each headphone amplifier can be sent a separate feed, mixed from any physical or stream inputs.

• Front panel 6.35mm (1/4”) headphone socket and volume control knob.


• Front panel Mute/GPO push button.


• Analogue audio input on RJ45 (the connector provides power to the unit and a GPO back to the portal).


• Loop through audio output on RJ45 (power and GPO signal are not connected).


• Locking DC power connector (if a portal is not being used to supply the unit with power).

Note: The AVN-HA1 is an analogue input product taking an analogue audio feed from the AVN portals. It can be used independently of the portals by using the separate DC input for power and a separate analogue input.

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The AVN-PD8/D Portal can be combined with multiple AVN-HD1 headphone amplifiers to provide a headphone distribution system – the portal output connections can supply analogue power to satellite headphone amplifiers and the unit can be mounted using the CM-MNT1 desk mount panel.

The AVN-PD8/D can be combined with multiple Sonifex AVN-HD1 headphone amplifiers to provide 8 separate headphone signals where each headphone amplifier can be sent a separate feed, mixed from any physical or stream inputs.

• Front panel 6.35mm (1/4”) headphone socket and volume control knob.


• Front panel Mute/GPO push button.


• AES3 digital input on RJ45 (the connector provides power to the unit and a GPO back to the portal).


• AES3 digital output on RJ45 (power and GPO signal are not connected).


• Locking DC power connector if a portal is not being used to supply the unit with power.

Note: The AVN-HD1 is an AES3 digital input product taking an AES3 audio feed from the AVN portals. It can be used independently of the portals by using the separate DC input for power and a separate AES3 audio input.

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RouteMaster uses Rascular’s proven router control and emulation technology to form a powerful yet flexible router control system. Built on tried and tested software modules, RouteMaster can be used with a wide range of video and audio routers  from all major manufacturers.

It’s equally suitable for new router installations or increasing the capabilities – and lifetime – of existing systems. You can add third-party hardware panels to existing systems, add IP connectivity to older serial routers, or simply increase the number of control ports available.

The integrated web server means operators can control routers from any web browser, using custom control panels built with Helm Designer. And because it’s built on HTML5 standards, there’s no need for browser plugins.

 

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Video signals have always depended on precise synchronization along the entire delivery chain from camera to consumer display, whether in analog, digital or compressed formats. Timing drives every aspect of signal delivery, particularly synchronizing video to audio to achieve “lip sync.”

With the transition to IP networks for all aspects of the signal processing path, accurate timing becomes more difficult, due to the fundamentally asynchronous, non-deterministic nature of packet-based networks. Fortunately, a solution is available, in the form of IEEE 1588 Precision Time Protocol (PTP). When used properly, this technology can synchronize device clocks to within nanoseconds across a large network with many hundreds of nodes. When these clocks are derived from GPS (Global Positioning System) signals, PTP can provide a very accurate and stable timebase for all types of signals within modern media operations.

The Quarra line of PTP IP solutions compliment Artel's media delivery portfolio offering end users an excellent solution set for delivering real-time media IP network. As the broadcast industry continues to migrate toward all-IP networks, providing reliable solutions to manage IP-based workflows becomes paramount to maintaining efficiencies and ensuring the delivery of mission-critical multimedia streams.

The Quarra PTP Ethernet switches provide leading-edge precision timing protocol switch technologies and have become de-facto standards for the AES67/ SMPTE ST-2059-2 (IEEE1588) audio market. Designed for Carrier Class applications where accurate timing and control is required, Quarra switches are aimed at the professional markets of Audio/Video Broadcast, Defense & Security, Finance, Utilities, Telecom, and Enterprise IT. The Quarra switches are designed as either a standard 1RU rackmount unit with dual power supplies, or a half-width 1RU unit with a single power supply, the switches are available in several configurations of 1 Gigabit and 10 Gigabit interfaces, supporting a best-in-class layer 2 IEEE 1588v2 algorithm. A 1pps external reference input from GPS is included as standard, and options include an internal layer 1 Synchronous Ethernet module. The Quarra switches support SMPTE Standards-based Timing ST 2110-10 and ST 2059-2 and are RAVENNA AES67 approved. The Quarra switches also support IGMP v2/3, QoS, protection switching, VLAN, MEF service delivery and network OAM.

Ideal for:
• Live video/audio broadcast/production over IP utilizing IEEE1588 timing, QoS and Multicast filtering.
• Broadcast DTT/DTV IP distribution, utilizing IEEE1588 and SyncE timing to replace or backup GPS timing at base stations.
• Telecom networks, providing high level of network timing.
• Financial/trading networks, utilizing our IEEE1588 precise nanosecond time synchronization.

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Artel’s SMART Media Delivery Platform™ is the conduit to simplifying the convergence of IT and broadcast ecosystems. As a base platform supporting native IP media delivery, the SMART platform’s architecture provides feature flexibility and future functional expandability via software download. By using the latest networking and processor technology the SMART Media Delivery Platform has achieved a high level of integration and the agility to navigate media through next-generation networks.

•Integrated Switching Capability - A non-blocking layer 2/3 switching and routing engine has been incorporated into the SMART platform to interface with the network eliminating the need for an external switch or router. The integrated switching capability allows for deep packet inspection, traffic management, flow control, protection switching, and link aggregation that can be easily configured through an SNMP interface.

•Control and Management - Simplifying the migration to an IP infrastructure, the SMART platform’s control and management interface allows the ease of integration, operation, problem detection and isolation.

•Designed for Service Provider and Broadcast Networks - The SMART platform is designed to support transport and data services, and broadcast network video, audio, and IT network applications. With a single module, multiple ports of media may be aggregated and injected into the network without the need for different physical elements. The SMART supports SMPTE ST 2022-7 hitless switching, VLAN tagging, QoS, and traffic management. These functions along with greater port density drastically reduces power consumption, size and cost.

•Software Defined Functionality - The migration to IP has increase the need for more agile solutions. The SMART platform is designed to update functionality and add new applications via software download providing a solution to manage multi-platform content delivery.

The SMART Media Delivery Platform’s small footprint, true data networking and transport versatility, software-defined functionality, and high density opens up new opportunities for media transport and broadcast applications and allows for a seamless transition as IP networks evolve.

A finalist for the 2018 IABM BaM Awards in the Connect category, the SMART Media Delivery Platform™ is a carrier-grade, software-defined platform with integrated nonblocking Layer 2/3 switching and routing capabilities. Designed to attach seamlessly to the IP network without the need for external network elements, the SMART platform supports SMPTE ST 2022: 1, 2, 5, 6, and 7 hitless switching; QoS; VLAN tagging; and traffic management. The platform features four video ports for transport of video, audio, and ancillary data and four GigE data ports bridged to a 10G interface. The SMART solution is software-enabled, providing an easy and efficient platform for adding or upgrading functionality via software download.

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Main Advantages
High reliability through the dual redundant power supply
Increases service availability significantly thanks to the automatic or manual operational mode, the Automatic Switch Back and the automatic memorisation of the configuration
Cost-effective solution through GbE logical switching
Easy setup and installation through the ability to copy the full configuration from one device to another
Easy to use, control and operate through its user-configurable switching logic and the Automatic Switch Back
Easy integration into NMS systems through Monitoring & Control via SNMP
Highly compact

Key features
Dual redundant power supply with monitoring
Automatic or manual operational mode
Logical Ethernet switching
Automatic Switch Back
Copy the full configuration between devices
Automatic memorization of configuration
Reference device
GUI with synoptic view
User-configurable switching logic
Switching of ASI, IP, IF, L-band and RF signals
Stand alone operation or integrated in a network management system
Monitoring & control via SNMP
Management of device configuration

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The wide range of Acme Packet platforms is designed to help customers deliver trusted, real-time communications across internet protocol (IP) network borders based on their different needs for performance and capacity.

Technical and Business Benefits

• Wide range of platforms to meet different customer needs


• Consistent set of features across platforms provides the extra flexibility in deployment


• Scalable network performance and capacity


• Advanced DoS/DDoS protection, utilizing hardware-assisted, dynamic, fine-grained controls


• Choices in network interfaces and DSP modules for customized solutions

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The Macnica MPA1000 4K AV over 1GbE Module merges the promise of AV over IP with the reliability and performance of ST 2110 in a module that has that has what it takes to deliver encrypted UHD 60P 4:4:4 content and control over a standard 1GbE connection.

The MPA1000 Module is field configurable for transmit or receive. Only one part number is all that is needed for delivering routable UHD video, audio, USB, and HDMI control signals (EDID, HDCP, HPD, CEC, etc) over IP.

Once connected to the network, the module’s traffic is discoverable through the RESTful NMOS protocol - an open standard for publishing and discovery of content streams in broadcast. Simple configuration and control is the core principle in the design of this module. Every module includes a built-in web server with a RESTful API and a web application that is ready for customization. Host access is provided through an optional dedicated standard interface (Ethernet or serial).

Additionally, Macnica offers the MPA1000 Development Kit for test and development. Design files available upon request (currently for limited alpha customers only). Please contact Macnica directly for price and availability.

• 4K AV over 1GbE based on SMPTE ST 2110 standards


• Capable of transporting HDMI2.0 4K60p 4:4:4 HDMI 2.0 AV and Control Signals (Configurable as Rx or Tx) over standard 1Gigabit Ethernet network


• Encrypted USB 2.0


• Sub-frame Latency


• JPEG-XS based Visually-Lossless Compression


• Synchronous Sources


• Full-stack API with Web Interface and Scripting Built In

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The ME10 SoC is Macnica’s full-stack AV over IP system on a chip (SoC), transporting HDMI 2.0 4K 4:4:4 video, audio and control data over 1GbE networks in a small, 23 x 23 mm BGA package. The ME10 allows manufacturers to include IPMX interoperability in any video product with a minimal investment in engineering. The ME10 is ideal for larger production runs or for use in more compact products. It features Low-latency synchronized transport based on AIMS IPMX open standard combining SMPTE ST 2110, AMWA NMOS and JPEG-XS compression standards, AES128 Encryption, RESTful API and Lua scripting environment as well as a customizable Web User Interface.

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Everything you need to begin developing 4K AV-over-IP products with IPMX interoperability, all preconfigured so you can begin using it right away.

Use the Launch Kit to evaluate how standards-based video will work with your current products, to develop new products, and as a reference to the connections and configurations you will need as you go into production.