“We have been using the X Platform for encoding permanent and occasional services for some time, and the reliability and robustness of the Appear solution have been exceptional. It enables us to meet increasing customer demands for higher resolution, compression, encryption, and modulation. With this significant upgrade, our trucks can now efficiently meet the high demands of our customers.”
Andreas Langell, CEO of Mobilelinks Europe
Context
Mobilelinks selected Appear to upgrade its DSNG trucks for UEFA Champions League broadcasts. This upgrade allows Mobilelinks to comply with UEFA’s standards for HEVC encoding, BISS-CA encryption, DVB-S2X modulation and UHD upgrades.
Challenge
- Mobilelinks needed to meet rising demands for higher resolution, advanced compression, encryption, and modulation for live sports broadcasts.
- Managing the complexity of uplink and downlink functions required a simplified, efficient solution for handling multiple events swiftly and reliably.
Solution
- The X20 platform integrates DSNG uplink and downlink/IRD functionality into a single unit, reducing operational complexity and enhancing space and power efficiency.
- The 2RU chassis design allows for future scalability and expansion, accommodating additional channels and advanced codecs like JPEG-XS.
Result
- The X20 platform allowed Mobilelinks to streamline operations, improve efficiency, and effectively handle the demands of live sports broadcasting.
- Mobilelinks praises the platform’s reliability and robustness in delivering advanced media processing to meet their customers’ high expectations.
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