Introduction; Encoder Overview; Applications - VBrick 9000 Getting Started Manual

Introduction

Encoder Overview

The VBrick 9000 Encoder/Decoder enables anyone to encode video from an uncompressed
source—such as a camera or TV broadcast—and stream it live onto a network for viewing on
PCs, MACs, tablets, televisions, or smartphones. The encoder is the first portable device that
streams 1080p60 HD video from multiple sources at the same time—and the first line of
encoders to support up to four channels of HD video. The VBrick 9000 Decoders deliver
high-quality, low latency video with exceptional performance, ease-of-use, and flexibility. The
decoder is fully compatible with encoders and supports single or dual channel HD decoding
at either 1080p or 720p resolutions (or decodes up to D1 resolution at lower data rates).
Building upon more than a decade of experience in engineering the most widely deployed
enterprise encoders, the VBrick encoder sets a new benchmark in H.264 encoding
performance. Based on purpose-built hardware and running a real-time operating system,
this unique encoder approach combines encoding, networking, stream serving and recording
functions to deliver unmatched price-performance and ease-of-use.

Applications

• Television Distribution – Deliver selected television channels—including news and
financial programming—to an unlimited number of desktops and displays across your
existing LAN, WAN or IP network. There is no need for extra cabling or a dedicated
network and you can reduce TV headend rack space by 75%.
• Telemedicine – Use the most advanced encoding standards, highest resolution, and
highest frame rate available to watch intricate operations and other medical procedures—
applications where image quality cannot be compromised.
• Surveillance and Monitoring – Oversee roadways, seaports, factory floors and security
borders; survey battlefield situations and maintain situation awareness with an
unprecedented level of video quality ensuring access to detailed and accurate
information.
• Digital Signage – Deploy signage economically by encoding the content once and
distributing over your network to cost-effective set-top boxes. Feed an unlimited number
of digital signs with four different HD sources using a single encoder.
• Meeting and Event Broadcasts – Deliver high-impact, rich media event broadcasts. Reach
a large audience of customers, constituents, employees and others over the corporate
network and the Internet to communicate a uniform message.
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