Content Ingestion

Chapter 5

Ingesting Content

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Overview

VBrick strongly recommends that you use the EtherneTV Portal Server exclusively to ingest all VOD-W content. With the ETV Portal Server you can add individual files or you can FTP or copy pre-recorded content to the ETV Portal Server for easy ingestion to the VOD-W server. The ETV server periodically (every 5 minutes) polls certain folders for presence of content and if found ingests the content onto multiple VOD-W servers. This process is called Automatic Content Ingestion or Auto-ingestion. The content is placed in a pre-defined subfolder under the FTP root folder. This pre-defined folder is called the auto-ingest root folder. Content can also be added by using the Add Video function in ETV Portal Server or by recording a live stream.

Video content added to a VOD-W server goes through a transformation process known as ingestion. This process takes the original source MPEG video file and generates additional "trick" files which are used for indexing, fast forward, and rewind. These files are managed by an internal SQL database on the VOD-W which is used to keep track of all the trick files associated with a single piece of video content. This chapter describes the process of ingestion and its impact on data storage, content backup and recovery.

Ingestion Considerations

•Extra space in the server file system is required during ingestion. The space required is approximately three times the size of the file being ingested. Make sure you have enough free space available before performing an ingestion.

•You should also understand that ingestion time is a function of (1) the configured ingestion rate and (2) the file size (or file duration and bit rate).

•The maximum number of simultaneous ingestions on the ETV Portal Server is two. If the number of attempted ingestions exceeds two, they will be queued up.

•All content titles must begin with a forward slash (/) and apostrophes are not allowed.

Before the ingestion process begins, the video content must physically reside on the VOD-W server. In most cases, this file transfer is handled automatically by the EtherneTV Portal Server. In a typical scenario, after recording a piece of video content, the ETV Portal Server automatically FTPs the video to a temporary staging area on the VOD-W and launches the ingestion process. Ingestion is a software process that runs in the background on the VOD-

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VBrick v4.2.3 specifications

VBrick Systems has made significant advancements in video streaming solutions with the release of VBrick v4.2.3. This version enhances the capabilities of the existing platform and introduces a range of features designed to cater to both corporate and educational environments. VBrick v4.2.3 focuses on improving video delivery, scalability, and user experience, ensuring that organizations can effectively engage audiences through high-quality streaming.

One of the standout features of VBrick v4.2.3 is its enhanced video encoding technology. The platform supports advanced codecs such as H.264 and H.265, enabling users to stream high-definition video while minimizing bandwidth usage. This is particularly beneficial for organizations with limited network capacity, as it optimizes video quality without incurring significant costs.

Another key characteristic of VBrick v4.2.3 is its robust cloud integration capabilities. With seamless connectivity to various cloud services, users have the flexibility to store, manage, and distribute their video content in a highly organized manner. This cloud-based approach ensures that video assets are easily accessible from multiple devices, facilitating collaboration and content sharing among users.

User experience has also been a primary focus in this version. The intuitive user interface simplifies the process of video publishing, allowing even non-technical staff to manage live and on-demand streams effortlessly. Additionally, VBrick v4.2.3 incorporates customizable branding options, enabling organizations to maintain a cohesive visual identity across their video content.

Moreover, VBrick Systems has integrated advanced analytics tools within v4.2.3. These tools provide detailed insights into viewer engagement, including metrics such as watch times, audience interaction, and viewer demographics. With this data, organizations can tailor their content strategies to better resonate with their audience and optimize their video delivery.

Finally, security is a top priority in VBrick v4.2.3. The platform features enhanced encryption protocols and access control measures to ensure that sensitive video content remains protected from unauthorized access. Organizations can confidently share their media, knowing that their data is secure.

In conclusion, VBrick v4.2.3 represents a substantial upgrade in video streaming technology. With its advanced encoding, cloud integration, user-friendly design, comprehensive analytics, and robust security features, VBrick Systems continues to set the standard in delivering high-quality video solutions for a diverse range of applications. This makes it an ideal choice for businesses and educational institutions looking to enhance their communication and engagement through video.