EVS’ XT-VIA server equipped with the new licensing model will be showcased at the NAB Show.
EVS has introduced a licensing model for its flagship XT-VIA live production server, reshaping standards for flexibility, accessibility, and user experience in the broadcast and media production realm.
The approach empowers users to seamlessly adjust their production capacity to evolving requirements, facilitating effortless channel expansion and server functionality changes sans hardware swaps. This dynamic capability enables users to scale up or down as needed, ensuring optimal resource management and cost-effectiveness.
The new licensing model introduces three distinct modes – Multicam, Spotbox, and Sportlight – each tailored to specific production needs, guaranteeing speed and reliability throughout.
Multicam caters to demanding live productions, delivering super slow-motion replays and highlights with comprehensive features for larger ecosystems featuring multiple camera feeds and complex workflows.
Spotbox serves ingest and playback purposes, offering reliable record ports for ingesting multiple live feeds and playback channels for shot-box needs, making it ideal for studios, news, and MCR environments.
Sportlight is crafted for smaller or budget-conscious productions, providing EVS quality replays and highlights with reduced workloads.
This versatility proves invaluable for live service providers needing to swiftly adapt to changing customer requirements. Tier-1 providers can seamlessly handle a mix of tier-1 and tier-2 live events, while tier-2 providers can minimise initial investments yet gain access to premium functionalities for high-profile events.
Furthermore, broadcasters and production centres initially requiring servers solely for standard ingest/playout purposes can effortlessly implement replay capabilities as their productions evolve, maximizing the utility of their hardware investments.
Quentin Grutman, Chief Customer Officer at EVS, said: “Our goal with this new licensing model is to give our customers more flexibility and control over their productions and expenses. We’ve also prepared for future needs by including options like OPEX models and on-demand license activations. Ultimately, this means easier access to high-quality production and better value for our customers, empowering them to effectively navigate today’s competitive market demands.”
EVS’ XT-VIA server equipped with the new licensing model will be showcased in the South Upper Hall at the NAB Show 2024 in Las Vegas, from April 14 to April 17, 2024.
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