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8 Encoders
Encoders are configurated using the Encoding applications in the dashboard. When an encoder has been configured and
enabled it will deliver a service to the backplane. This service can be picked up and sent out through an output interface.
8.1 Configuration Flow
Much of the Configuration of an Encoder is done through reusable Profiles. This way the same encoder configuration can
be applied to multiple services. If a Profile is altered, the change is automatically applied to all the services using the
Profile.
Profiles define parameters that are likely to be identical for many services. In contrast,
service specific
parameters are not
configured through Profiles but rather on an individual service level. Examples of service specific parameters are which
physical SDI input connector is used, service ID, language codes etc.
The starting point of building a service is to first define the necessary profiles, alternatively reuse existing Profiles.
Typically, and as a minimum, a video profile and an audio profile are required to build a service.
Typical Service Configuration Sequence:
Step 1
– Define one or more Video Profiles
Step 2
– Define one or more Audio Profiles
Step 3
– Define one or more Color Profiles
Step 4
– Define one or more VANC profiles
Step 5 - Configure Service using specific module and input connector, and the profiles defined
above.
Step 6
– Repeat Step5 to configure multiple services
8.2 Profiles
8.2.1 Encoder Video Profile
