Affordable Codec Solutions with Bridge-IT II and Bridge-IT XTRA II
Discover low-cost Bridge-IT II and Bridge-IT XTRA II benefits as they are the ultimate affordable, high-performance stereo IP audio codecs for broadcast applications that include:
- Home studios and simple remote broadcasts
- Studio-to-Transmitter Links (STLs)
- Interstudio / Studio-to-Studio Links (SSLs)
- Multi-unicasting and Multicasting applications
The codecs include a front panel screen and keypad for simple menu navigation, XLR analog and digital AES inputs, a wide range of encoding options, and support for multi-unicast and multicast connections. Plus, mic/line level input support means you can plug a mic directly into the codec and broadcast from home in a snap! Additional features include:
- Two full-duplex mono connections, or full duplex stereo
- Multiple Ethernet and AoIP ports
- Support for wireless cellular modems
In addition, nowadays there are higher expectations for AoIP network interoperability to support modern IP networking requirements. This is delivered through native support for AES67, ST2110-30, ST2022-7 (XTRA II), Livewire, RAVENNA and AMWA NMOS IS-04 and IS-05.
Bridge-IT II and Bridge-IT XTRA II Deliver Huge Cost Savings
For home studios, remotes and STLs, Bridge-IT II and Bridge-IT XTRA II includes Tieline’s proprietary SmartStream PLUS hitless packet switching as standard. This means you can use the public Internet instead of purchasing expensive satellite time, dedicated MPLS/leased lines, or ISDN lines. This significantly reduces operating expenses. These cost savings in many cases will be sufficient to cover the cost of new codecs.
For affordable STLs, Bridge-IT II and Bridge-IT XTRA II include enhanced backup options to support automatic failover to:
- An alternative LAN connection or attached cellular modem, or
- Pre-recorded audio files on SD card, or
- An HTTP Icecast or Shoutcast stream.
Expand Your Network Affordably
Expand your IP network at a fraction of the cost of competing IP codecs, without compromising on quality or broadcast quality features. Distribute programming to affiliates by multi-unicasting in mono or stereo to 6 endpoints (Bridge-IT II) or 10 endpoints (Bridge-IT XTRA II). Alternatively, you can multicast to unlimited endpoints. This reduces capital expenditure significantly compared to purchasing multiple codecs to achieve the same result.
For example, if you want to send a signal to 10 affiliates without deploying multi-unicasting technology, this would require 10 codecs to send the transmissions and another 10 to receive them at transmitter sites. However, a single Bridge-IT XTRA II codec can distribute a signal to 10 sites. This means you require 9 fewer codecs and save a huge amount on hardware costs.
All signals can be configured with redundant SmartStream PLUS connections to deliver hitless packet switching.
Other Benefits
- Bridge-IT XTRA II maximizes redundancy with dual internal IEC power supplies, dual Ethernet ports and AoIP ports.
- EBU N/ACIP Tech 3326 SIP compliance with non-Tieline codecs and devices.
- Real-time monitoring and management of connections with the built-in Toolbox HTML5 web-GUI, or optional Cloud Codec Controller. SNMP support is also included.
Want to know more about Tieline products and software?
For more information about Tieline codecs visit www.tieline.com/products or contact Tieline sales:
- For USA, Canada & Latin America contact: sales@tieline.com
- For Australia and International: info@tieline.com
