D-Series DSX™ Real-Time IP Control

As device control via Ethernet and TCP/IP becomes more standard in practice in both real-time and non real-time broadcast environments, Harris Corporation is leading the way with mission-critical broadcast applications that harness the power of IP-based communication. Our frame-accurate, real-time multichannel automation solution incorporates IP networking protocols to deliver a reliable, scalable content management and delivery foundation for the modern digital television facility. With D-Series DSX playout automation, broadcasters have the option of a real-time IP control application that:

• Enables the control of next-generation products
• Incorporates the richer functionality provided by many devices via an IP-based interface
• Supports a more distributed operation through the ability to control devices at remote locations

The incorporation of network standards yields many other benefits, including:

• Greater flexibility in system implementation based on the utilization of the TCP/IP standard
• Faster deployment of new device connections
• Simplification of infrastructure planning for cabling, termination and distribution

Further IP control capabilities will be reflected in future D-Series DSX enhancements as additional devices are developed with IP interfaces. These include:

• Complex branding
• SCTE triggering
• Multiplexer/encoder control
• Remote capabilities for edge device control, local/targeted advertising and IP routing
• Improved interactive system control

The incorporation of TCP/IP protocols into our software applications and hardware products demonstrates that Harris is the ONE choice for meeting your broadcast needs for today—and for the future.