X PLATFORM
One platform. Every possibility.
The X Platform gives broadcasters and media companies a powerful foundation to process, transport, and protect live content with the certainty that mission critical operations require.
Platform overview
X— a modular toolkit for live media, from edge to core
Designed for the realities of modern IP and hybrid workflows, the X Platform brings together high density media processing, intelligent transport, and resilient system architecture. Engineers can build the exact workflow they need while maintaining the reliability and operational clarity that live production depends on.
From edge acquisition to centralised processing, X forms the backbone of the Appear ecosystem. It connects seamlessly with the wider portfolio so organisations can scale performance, expand workflows, and adapt their infrastructure as the industry continues to evolve.
Built for real world workflows
Designed to support contribution, production, and distribution across diverse environments.
Engineered for resilience
Security and reliability are embedded across media processing and system control.
Unified through XM
A single operational layer that simplifies deployment, visibility, and lifecycle management.
Power efficiency
With platforms that ensure 5x less energy consumption than other market-leading solution providers.
Operational efficiency
With the most flexible and resilient platforms that minimise total cost of ownership.
Ultimate capacity
With the densest, most scalable media processing and delivery solutions on the market.
PRODUCT PORTFOLIO
Choose the right platform
A unified platform for media transport and processing — from compact systems to high-density deployments and software-defined control.
2024
NAB Show Product of the Year
2025
NAB Show Project of the Year
2025
APB+ Awards
VAR innovation
2025
TVBEurope NAB
Best of show VX
2025
TVTech NAB
Best of show X5
2024
Corporate Star Awards
2024
TVBEurope IBC
Best of show SRT
2024
TVTech IBC
Best of show SIx300
CUSTOMER STORIES
Powering every type of live event
We are proud to work with some of the most pioneering and respected names in the media industry.
Frequently asked questions
Appear X Platform is a high-capacity media processing and delivery platform for premium live contribution and distribution. It is designed for IP-centric broadcast operations and supports compression, transport, security, and format conversion in the same chassis family.
X Platform supports live contribution, remote production, DSNG, satellite turnaround, high-density SRT gateway, interfacility connectivity, TS adaptation, and in-venue IPTV workflows. It can combine AVC, HEVC, JPEG XS, JPEG 2000, satellite, ASI, TS mux/demux, and encryption functions in one platform.
X Platform avoids hardware sprawl by consolidating multiple functions into a single modular platform, reducing rack space, cabling, cooling, power, and packaging compared with server-based or multi-box approaches.
X Platform is built with seamless network protection, redundant backplanes, hot-swappable power supplies, and optional dual active-active control modules. It also supports SMPTE ST 2022-7, service-level backup concepts, and broader device-redundancy options depending on the workflow.
Yes. X Platform supports conversion between SDI, SMPTE ST 2022-6, and SMPTE ST 2110, with options for JPEG XS, JPEG 2000, AVC, and HEVC processing on top. That makes it suitable for both baseband and IP production environments.
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