The aim of this new open platform is to fulfill current and future broadcast workflow requirements, providing agility and flexibility. VX empowers Appear customers to swiftly create next-generation software production workflows that distribute functionality across multiple infrastructure and connected hardware solutions, while delivering the power, resiliency, and ultra-low latency of today's hardware platforms.

Visitors to Appear’s IBC 2024 booth will be the first to see live demos of the VX Platform, including:

• The contribution of live action from stadium to studio for AVC, HEVC, JPEG XS with ARQ (Automatic Repeat reQuest) protection.
• Hyper-efficient distribution of affiliate feeds using Appear’s new advanced SRT application and deployed in the cloud and on low-cost fully redundant off-the-shelf hardware.
• Appear’s next-generation node-based workflow management.
• Integration with Prometheus and Grafana to provide real time monitoring of system metrics.

To meet all the challenges faced by a fully IP-based infrastructure, VX features:

• End-to-End workflows with a single support management structure, delivering peace of mind and enabling interoperation between Appear and third-party hardware, software and cloud deployments.
• Simplified operations via a single unified user experience and API.
• Low latency media processing and delivery functions with rapid set-up of streams and channels.
• Software deployed anywhere, anytime, simplifying operations and maximising infrastructure ROI.
• Easy versioning support and lifecycle management enhancing operational efficiency.
• Seamless scaling for fluctuating and peak processing and compute demands, including ‘pay for what you use’ billing.