Broadcast Solutions launches meshLINK, IP video transmission system

The new meshLINK wireless video transmitter from Broadcast Solutions It offers super low latency of up to 45 ms in HD and 75 ms in 4K, a maximum data throughput of 100 Mbit and 1 to 4 channels of HD encoding on one frequency.

The latest hardware Broadcast Solutions combines in a single product the latest developments in radio frequency technology and advances in coding Ultra-low latency UHD HEVC. MeshLINK It is presented as a “true duplex IP-based wireless system” that enables a wide range of functions during live broadcasts, live production, news gathering, event coverage, and CPR and telemetry integration. In this way, intercom, video return, prompter and other functions can be integrated into any other IP-based application.

In its most basic version, meshLINK It is still a Tx/Rx point-to-point wireless product, with the fundamental difference that it allows the bidirectional IP traffic and complete link monitoring. In this configuration, meshLINK works with a radio and encoder on the Tx side, combined with a radio and decoder on the Rx side.

If more spokes (called nodes) are added to the system, a Mesh: a highly scalable, self-forming and self-healing single-frequency wireless network. Placing nodes “on the fly” allows transmissions for this from practically any position. In this way, a single meshLINK becomes transmitter, receiver and repeater simultaneously, which adds system flexibility and uninterrupted signal transport.

Automation and ease of use

Signal routing meshLINK It is automatically and dynamically selected to obtain optimal performance and deliver the best quality without compromising signal stability. Additionally, data can be entered and retrieved at every node in the network. In case a transmission/reception line is blocked, all other nodes in the network can take over the delivery of the signal by acting as a relay.

On the other hand, for easy configuration and in-depth monitoring, all devices on the network can be controlled from any node selected through any common web browser. Finally, Broadcast Solutions has integrated into the system the function Real-time adaptive video encoding. This optional feature allows the video bandwidth (bitrate) automatically adapts to the capabilities of the Mesh network, guaranteeing the best video quality in certain circumstances.