Arkona Technologies GmbH, a provider of IP core infrastructure solutions, is collaborating with Manifold Technologies to introduce a new concept at IBC 2024.
This concept, called EASY-IP, is designed to offer top-tier broadcasters a streamlined path to IP infrastructure.
EASY-IP Overview
EASY-IP is a suite of live broadcast production software and hardware tools aimed at delivering a quick, safe, and economical transition to an IP infrastructure.
Integration of Arkona and Manifold Technologies
The EASY-IP package combines Arkona’s BLADE//runner with Manifold’s manifold CLOUD. This integration provides best-of-breed audio/video routing, processing, and multi-viewing tools in a single cohesive platform. The solution is designed to easily integrate into existing broadcast facilities using industry-standard control protocols, facilitating a seamless transition to a flexible and future-proof IP infrastructure.
BLADE//runner AT300 FPGA PAC Hardware
At the core of EASY-IP is Arkona’s BLADE//runner AT300 FPGA PAC hardware. This hardware is built as a distributed and networked architecture where each AT300 unit offers 16×16 SDI to IP conversions across dual 100GE network interfaces. The BLADE//runner system scales linearly to meet each facility’s specific requirements, allowing for the addition of conversions as needed. Each I/O can handle UHD as standard.
Advanced Audio Routing and Processing
EASY-IP includes the BLADE//runner’s award-winning IP Audio Engine (IPA) application, which provides a 16,000 x 12,000 mono audio router for any-to-any mono routing. It also supports dedicated mono, stereo, and mix-minus mixing instances. An optional DSP feature enables the IPA APP to offer dynamic compressors, equalizers, and true peak and loudness metering.
High-Density Multiviewer
The EASY-IP bundle also features Manifold CLOUD, an ultra-low-latency multiviewer capable of handling live sports, entertainment, and news productions. Manifold CLOUD supports up to 1.6 Tbps of processing in a single RU and utilizes COTS FPGA accelerators. It offers a distributed architecture where any source can be displayed on any output in any size with minimal latency. Each UHD source processed generates a high-quality 1080P proxy available as a discrete ST 2110 source.
Frame-Sync, Delay, and Timing
EASY-IP includes video frame-sync and audio sample-rate-conversion for all I/Os. It offers delays of up to 52 seconds for 1080P60 video signals and 42 seconds for 16-channel audio streams. The platform also includes test-signal generation for both audio and video. With the Master Clock option, BLADE//runner provides PTP GM and Master Clock functionality, including GPS lock capability.
Additional Processing Capabilities
EASY-IP offers additional processing capabilities, such as video mixing and downstream keying, proc-amp, color-correction, HDR-SDR conversion, and flexible licensing for broadcast-quality up/down/cross conversions. It also supports JPEG-XS encode/decode for low-latency, high-quality video compression.
Arkona Technologies GmbH and Manifold Technologies’ EASY-IP platform will be on display at IBC 2024, offering broadcasters a comprehensive and flexible solution for transitioning to IP infrastructure.
About Arkona Technologies
Arkona Technologies GmbH is a leading provider of IP core infrastructure solutions for top-tier broadcast productions. The company offers advanced technologies for audio and video routing, compression, processing, and visualization, all supporting open standards and an API-first approach.
About Manifold Technologies
Manifold Technologies, headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, is a venture-backed startup founded by former government security experts. The company specializes in developing cryptographic ledger technology, enhancing the efficiency and security of data exchanges.
