A major owned-and-operated television network has successfully implemented DTV Innovations' OX-1 solution for transmitting ATSC 3.0 STLTP across a coast-to-coast distance, from New Jersey to California. This deployment marks a significant milestone in the use of RIST (RTP/IP Streaming Transport) for secure and reliable IP streaming over long distances.
Flexibility and Reliability
The OX-1 appliance is being used to convert ATSC 3.0 STLTP signals into a format compatible with RIST, enabling efficient transmission over the internet. Upon reaching its destination in California, the signal is then converted back into multicast STLTP for use by the network's app developers and engineers. This setup demonstrates OX-1's capability to handle both standard ATSC 1.0 and advanced ATSC 3.0 streams, offering users flexibility in choosing between RIST or SRT protocols.
Advanced Features
Benny Handjojo, CEO of DTV Innovations, highlighted the solution's robust features: “DTV Innovations is one of the first to support ATSC 3.0 STLTP transmission over both RIST and SRT. This capability allows customers to select the best protocol for their specific needs.” The OX-1 also supports encryption and conversion from IP multicast to unicast, enhancing security and reliability. Additionally, it can transmit multiple streams simultaneously to different destinations using a single device.
Centralized Monitoring
The appliance is integrated with a centralized monitoring system, which helps in reducing errors, improving transmission reliability, and lowering overhead costs. This feature simplifies maintenance and ensures consistent performance even over unpredictable internet links.
DTV Innovations' OX-1 is designed for versatile streaming applications, including use on busy LANs, fiber, and microwave links. The solution supports various streaming formats such as SRT, RIST, ZIXI, and SMPTE 2022 TSoIP, along with legacy ASI interfaces.
The company also offers the OX-R, a dual redundant power supply version of the OX-1, which enhances reliability. Both solutions can be monitored centrally, making them easier to manage and maintain.