iTX On-Demand Features

• A software-based VOD compilation system that uses the same content workflow and scheduling process as OTA transmission, but produces rendered files instead of video output
• Shared iTX Framework, Content Store and Database with iTX OTA transmission channels, or operation as a standalone VOD compilation solution
• Control of multiple iTX Rendering Servers from a single Desktop for concurrent compilation of multiple ondemand files
• A full range of video/audio transitions, DVE moves and branding capabilities for effects, logos, voice-overs and picture-in-picture sequences
• Support for a wide range of media file formats including MPEG2, MPEG4 (H.264), WMV, DV, MXF, GXF, QuickTime and most broadcast video server file formats
• Support for the full range of HD, SD and lower resolution bit rates
• Dynamic unwrapping/decoding with real-time format and aspect ratio conversion during compilation
• Support for Dolby AC-3 decoding, mixing and encoding during compilation
• Inclusion of standard file headers such as a countdown clock or slate
• Support for all standard traffic schedule formats to specify compilation task sequences, including SMPTE BXF, as well as the creation and crafting of new sequences directly at the iTX Desktop
• Optional, full preview of compilation task sequences in baseband video
• Template-based encoding, wrapping and storage assignment of rendered files
• Dynamic assignment and monitoring of compilation tasks among available iTX Rendering Servers
• Content sourcing from iTX Content Store or external broadcast video servers
• Optional, automated transcoding and distribution of rendered files
• As-run logging of all file rendering tasks and individual sequence events
  

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iTX On-Demand is available in a wide range of configurations to accommodate the needs of new content providers as well as large volume “rendering farms” for cable or DBS operators.