DVR Support Available with Wowza Media Server 3

Posted by Derrick on January 18, 2012 under Video Streaming and Compression | Be the First to Comment

DVR support is now available with Wowza Media Server 3.  For those users that currently have Wowza Media Server 2 they can learn how to use the Wowza nDVR AddOn by attending one of our 1-Day Wowza Media Server Trainings or Wowza Media Server 3 Overview Training classes.  The Wowza Overview Training class is designed for our students that have already attended one of our Wowza 2 classes and need to only learn about the new Wowza 3 features and the process for upgrading their server. The DVR feature within Wowza can be used during Live Streaming and allows users to rewind a Live Stream.  The Wowza nDVR AddOn is available for purchase from Wowza Media Systems.

Give us a call about signing up to attend one of our Wowza Media Server Trainings On-line. Call Freeman Compression Inc. at 407.477.5837 for more information or E-mail us at info@freemancompression.com.  Individuals from any country can attend our On-line training classes.

Flowplayer Provides Auto Detection for Live Streaming

Posted by Derrick on December 26, 2010 under Video Streaming and Compression | Be the First to Comment

Flowplayer provides auto detection for Live Streaming. This is one of the nice features about the Flowplayer Flash Player. If you’re using this media player and you start sending a Live Stream it will automatically play in your web page. If the Live Stream gets interrupted and reconnected the user doesn’t have to refresh their web browser to view the Live Streaming.  Flowplayer has many of great features.  Here’s more information about Flowplayer features.

If you need help implementing Flash Streaming video or Flowplayer give Freeman Compression Inc. a call at 407.477.5837 or E-mail us at info@freemancompression.com.  Ask about our consulting services for Flash Streaming or Flowplayer

Authentication with Flash Media Live Encoder

Posted by Derrick on December 6, 2010 under Video Streaming and Compression | Be the First to Comment

Authentication with Flash Media Live Encoder is possible for those organizations using Wowza Media Server.  Users that have Authentication set up with Wowza will be prompted for a user name and password once they connect to their Live Stream in Flash Media Live Encoder 3.1.  This makes streaming great for those that want to protect who can stream to their Wowza Media Server.  You’ll have to keep in mind that your technicians performing Live Streaming with Flash Media Live Encoder will need to have their user name and password available.  Once Authentication is turned on in your Wowza Media Server you won’t be able to start a Live Webcast without it.

Contact Freeman Compression Inc. if you’d like to get training or consulting for Flash Media Live Encoder for your organization.  Call Freeman Compression Inc. at 407-477-5837 or E-mail us at info@freemancompression.com.

Digital Rapids StreamZ Encoder Fuels Free Agent Fever for Miami HEAT

Posted by Derrick on August 17, 2010 under Video Streaming and Compression | Be the First to Comment

Digital Rapids announced that The HEAT Group, owners of the Miami HEAT National Basketball Association (NBA) team and operators of Miami’s AmericanAirlines Arena, are using Digital Rapids’ StreamZ encoding system to speed the production of high-quality live and on-demand video content for the HEAT.com website and internal production workflows. Most recently, StreamZ was used for live streaming of events leading up to and following the signings of high-profile free agent players Dwyane Wade, LeBron James and Chris Bosh.

The Broadcast Services department at The HEAT Group produces live event coverage and pre-packaged content for all departments in the organization, including advertising, marketing, internal training, the HEAT.com website, and shows airing on NBA TV and regional television. The group also produces content such as half-time features that are used within live game broadcasts on SunSports.

Online video is a key focus for the production group, as the team leverages it to support the HEAT brand, engage existing fans and grow the team’s fan base globally. Content from the team’s in-arena HEATV broadcast, special features and more are encoded through StreamZ into the formats required for on-demand Web viewing. StreamZ is also used for live Web streaming of special events and announcements. The StreamZ system is also used in an automated workflow to transcode library footage provided by NBA Entertainment into The HEAT Group’s preferred editing format for subsequent production needs.

Finding their existing encoding solution slow and inefficient, The HEAT Group chose StreamZ for its exceptional performance, high quality and the versatility to meet their broad and growing digital media needs. StreamZ was supplied to The HEAT Group by reseller CIS Group.

“By enabling us to efficiently create high-quality material for HEAT.com with very fast turnaround, the Digital Rapids StreamZ system helps us engage and grow our fan base, and that has a direct impact on our revenues,” said Ed Filomia, Senior Director of Broadcast Services for The HEAT Group. “We’re able to get video content from the arena and events onto the website faster than ever before, while the versatility of the system lowers our equipment and operational costs by supporting our live and on-demand production needs in one platform.”

The importance of streaming video as an integral part of the team’s marketing strategy was underscored at the recent start of the NBA’s 2010 free agency period. As part of a campaign to encourage HEAT star Wade to re-sign with the team, HEAT mascot Burnie took up residence on an exterior ledge of the arena for a week. To fuel publicity and fan interest in the campaign, StreamZ was used to provide a live stream of Burnie’s exploits 24-hours per day through the HEAT.com website. The StreamZ system was also used for live streaming of the welcoming party and press conference marking the signings of Wade and his new superstar teammates James and Bosh.