Olympique Lyon relies on Riedel for the transport of signals and communications for its new stadium

Riedel's versatile and scalable infrastructure allows video, audio, data and communications signals to be transported at maximum speed and with total simplicity.

The new Parc Olympique Lyonnais Stadium in Lyon is using systems Riedel to redefine the live sports and entertainment experience for fans.

The MediorNet real-time media transport network, the RockNet digital audio network, the Artist intercom digital matrix, the Acrobat intercom wireless intercom system and the Performer digital partyline system provide a decentralized fiber-based network for flexible signal transport, routing and processing, as well as communications throughout the sports venue including the Olympique Lyonnais Tv technical facilities.

Riedel's versatile and scalable infrastructure allows video, audio, data and communications signals to be transported at maximum speed and with total simplicity, responding to the demands of football matches or any other live event.

Jean-Yves Meilland, director OL Images at Olympique Lyonnais Group, maintains that "the deployment of Riedel's technical infrastructure reflects our decision to incorporate cutting-edge technology in our new stadium. The resulting facility is superior to our needs with respect to sporting events and also allows us to cope with all types of events, with the highest flexibility."

The new stadium, which is currently hosting Euro 2016 and will host the FIFA Women's World Cup in 2019, has 59,000 seats, 350 IPTV screens, and eight large VIP rooms, with access to the Wi-Fi network throughout.

Spectators can take advantage of mobile apps to stream highlights of the action live, watch a match from a different angle, or even upgrade their seats or order food. Within this innovative facility, Riedel technology allows data, audio, video and communications to be collected anywhere in the stadium, routed and processed to any exit in the rest of the stadium.

Eighteen strategically located MediorNet frames are connected via fiber optics to create a decentralized network that can be expanded as needed with mobile frames integrated into flight cases. Multiple RockNet interfaces have been assigned to the network to expand audio resources as needed. Additional frames can be easily added to the installation in case of larger productions.

Communications throughout the stadium are supported not only by Acrobat Artist intercom systems but also by the new Smartpanel multifunctional user interface, equipped with intercom apps and Riedel's RiFace universal gateways, which create a connection to the local communication system.

Franck Berger, Riedel's general manager for France and Africa, highlights that "Lyon's Parc Olympique Stadium offers an interesting example of how new technologies and flexible infrastructure can be used to create an incredibly rich experience for attendees at a live event. Starting from a seamless communications concept that supports all areas of the facility, they effortlessly allow the transport of signals as needed. Riedel's solutions combine to help the stadium set a new standard."