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21/08/2024

Appear To Launch New Software Architecture At IBC 2024

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Appear is launching a major new software architecture at IBC2024, the Appear VX Software Platform.

The aim of this new open platform is to fulfill current and future broadcast workflow requirements, providing agility and flexibility. VX empowers Appear customers to swiftly create next-generation software production workflows that distribute functionality across multiple infrastructure and connected hardware solutions, while delivering the power, resiliency, and ultra-low latency of today's hardware platforms.

Visitors to Appear’s IBC2024 booth (1.B41) will be the first to see live demos of the VX Platform, including:
• The contribution of live action from stadium to studio for AVC, HEVC, JPEG XS with ARQ (Automatic Repeat reQuest) protection
• Hyper-efficient distribution of affiliate feeds using Appear's new advanced SRT application and deployed in the cloud and on low-cost fully redundant off-the-shelf hardware
• Appear's next-generation node-based workflow management
• Integration with Prometheus and Grafana to provide real time monitoring of system metrics.

"At Appear, we are highly regarded for the power and flexibility of our modular and award-winning X Platform," said Thomas Bostrøm Jørgensen, CEO at Appear. "We are now complimenting this approach with VX, building live production media processing functions in individual software modules. Visitors to our IBC booth will be able to see the functionality we offer in contribution over JPEG XS, AVC, HEVC and SRT as well as how VX enables broadcasters and operators to quickly build, spin-up, adapt and spin-down entire production workflows."

To meet all the challenges faced by a fully IP-based infrastructure, VX features:
• End-to-End workflows with a single support management structure, delivering peace of mind and enabling interoperation between Appear and third-party hardware, software and cloud deployments
• Simplified operations via a single unified user experience and API Low latency media processing and delivery functions with rapid set-up of streams and channels
• Software deployed anywhere, anytime, simplifying operations and maximising infrastructure ROI
• Easy versioning support and lifecycle management enhancing operational efficiency
Seamless scaling for fluctuating and peak processing and compute demands, including ‘pay for what you use’ billing.

"Our X Platform leads the industry because of its modular approach, with configurable modules for different functionalities, compression and file formats. Appear will continue to invest in producing new hardware modules and enhancing existing ones, but the media & entertainment industry also needs new architectures that enable businesses to work with increased flexibility and efficiency," said Andy Rayner, CTO, Appear.

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