Welcome to Jake’s Take! As the end of the fiscal year approaches, it’s time to consider making those end of year decisions that will enhance your broadcasting capabilities for the year ahead. For those managing remote broadcasts that need a simple field mixer setup, the Tieline Bridge-IT II and ViA combination could be the perfect solution for reliable, high-quality remote audio.
With the Bridge-IT II configured in the studio to manage incoming connections, and the ViA on the ground for your broadcast team in the field, this duo offers unmatched flexibility, crystal-clear audio, and dependable failover protection. With this combination you’ll ensure 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 connection. 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. Meanwhile, the Bridge-IT II offers versatility by allowing two mono connections from separate ViA units simultaneously, meaning you can cover multiple locations or interviews at once without extra hardware. In addition, the Bridge-IT II offers dual LAN interfaces for network redundancy in the studio. With a more seamless connectivity experience, your broadcast team will have more flexibility to get connected, and stay connected.
Another major advantage of Tieline’s codec hardware is its 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 delay controls. SS+ and FEC works proactively to try and correct missed data, while the jitter buffer can be adjusted to manage network latency and fluctuations, allowing for a smoother, more stable audio stream. 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.
In my opinion, the greatest convenience provided by Tieline hardware include the ability to eliminate setup headaches with pre-defined profiles and full remote control through Tieline’s Cloud Codec Controller software. With the option to save specific profiles for each venue, 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.
In summary, Tieline’s Bridge-IT II and ViA units are the ultimate broadcasting tools for seamless, reliable, and hassle-free remote audio. 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 jitter buffer control to keep audio quality consistent and uninterrupted. Add to that the simplicity of pre-defined 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.
