Gearing Up for Sports Remotes with Tieline:
Affordable Remotes with ViA and Bridge-IT II or Bridge-IT XTRA II
For those managing remote broadcasts that need a simple field mixer setup, combining the Tieline ViA with either Bridge-IT II or Bridge-IT XTRA II at the studio could be the perfect solution for reliable, high-quality remote audio.
When gearing up for sports remotes, a Bridge-IT II or Bridge-IT XTRA II codec installed at the studio can manage incoming connections (1 x stereo or 2 x mono connections). When paired with a remote ViA codec on the ground for your broadcast team, this offers unmatched flexibility, crystal-clear audio, and dependable failover protection. This combination ensures seamless connectivity for remote broadcasts, reducing dropouts and setup headaches, and ultimately delivering a consistent experience for listeners and broadcasters alike.
One of the benefits of the ViA is its seamless connectivity across multiple network types—whether over Wi-Fi, cellular, or a hardline LAN connections. In total, the ViA supports up to seven different IP interfaces. This flexibility makes remote broadcasting as smooth as it gets, allowing field teams to connect and stay on the air, no matter the location or network limitations.
Bridge-IT II and Bridge-IT XTRA II offer versatility by supporting two simultaneous mono connections from separate ViA units, which means you can cover multiple locations or interviews at once without extra hardware. The Bridge-IT II offers dual LAN interfaces for network redundancy in the studio. However, Bridge-IT XTRA II has additional redundancy with dual LAN ports and dual AoIP ports. This means you get hitless packet switching with SmartStream PLUS redundant streaming, as well as redundant AoIP streaming through support for ST2022-7. The Bridge-IT II is powered by a 12V plug-pack with a lockable connector, whereas the Bridge-IT XTRA II has dual internal IEC power supplies. Both codecs support redundancy through connection backup, as well as HTTP streaming or audio file backup. With this more seamless connectivity experience, your broadcast team will have more flexibility to get connected, and stay connected.
Remotes with ViA and Gateway 4
If you are organizing multiple remotes at the same time then the Gateway 4 could be your codec of choice to install at the studio. This codec supports dual stereo connections or up to 4 mono connections, or stereo plus 2 mono connections.
Seamless and Reliable Redundancy
Another major advantage of Tieline’s codec hardware is the proactive approach to reducing dropouts, a critical factor for maintaining professional audio quality during remote broadcasts. With Tieline’s SmartStream PLUS technology, all Tieline codecs are designed to handle network inconsistencies effectively, thanks to advanced packet replication features (we call it SmartStream PLUS, or SS+) as well as other features like Forward Error Correction (FEC) and user-configurable jitter buffer latency controls.
SmartStream PLUS and FEC work proactively to replace missing data packets, while Tieline’s automated jitter buffer can be adjusted to manage network latency and fluctuations, delivering smoother and more stable audio streams. These powerful tools help minimize the risk of interruptions, keeping your remote audio crisp and continuous, even in less-than-ideal network conditions, making Tieline the reliable choice for consistent, dropout-free remote broadcasts. Connections can be configured to send a primary and up to 3 redundant streams, all connected to different data interfaces. This delivers diversity and ensures the most reliable connections possible.
Preconfigured Programs and Full Remote Control
The greatest convenience provided by Tieline hardware includes the ability to eliminate setup headaches with pre-defined profiles and full remote control through Tieline’s Cloud Codec Controller software. Tieline offers the ability to save specific profiles, or as we call them ‘programs’, for each venue. This means you can arrive on-site ready to go, and load up a tailored configuration in seconds – rather than reconfiguring from scratch. Additionally, the Cloud Codec Controller lets your studio team take command of the ViA remotely, adjusting settings, monitoring connection health, and troubleshooting on the fly. This dual advantage of easy setup and remote management means you can broadcast with confidence, knowing that your audio is finely tuned and fully supported, no matter the location.
The ViA codec features configurable Administrator and Basic modes that can hide menus to restrict users from menus like codec IP settings, so that accidental adjustments to critical settings can be avoided. An administrator can also configure the default startup screen with preconfigured programs, making it simple for non-technical users to get connected. In addition, a recent update in the ViA codec allows engineers to adjust whether commentators have access to all, or just some of the front panel controls on the ViA codec. This includes input levels, input on/off, and more. Therefore, you can restrict access as required when non-technical personnel are operating the unit and control these functions remotely using the HTML5 Toolbox web-GUI, or the Cloud Codec Controller.
In summary, Tieline’s Bridge-IT II and ViA units are the ultimate broadcast tools for seamless, reliable, and hassle-free remote audio streaming. Their multi-network connectivity—whether over Wi-Fi, cellular, or LAN—ensures you’re always prepared to go live from any location. With SmartStream PLUS technology, they work proactively to minimize dropouts, using features like Forward Error Correction and automated jitter buffer control to keep audio quality consistent and uninterrupted. Add to that the simplicity of pre-defined program profiles and full remote control via the Cloud Codec Controller, and it’s clear that Tieline has thought of every detail to make remote broadcasting as smooth as possible. Investing in these devices not only elevates your broadcast capabilities, but also guarantees reliable, top-tier performance for every remote event.
To learn more about the Tieline Bridge-IT II, Bridge-IT XTRA II, Gateway and Gateway 4, or ViA codecs, visit www.tieline.com/product, or contact Tieline sales:
- For USA, Canada & Latin America contact: sales@tieline.com
- For Australia and International: info@tieline.com
