ProxySG Content Policy Language Guide

max_bitrate( )

Enforces upper limits on the instantaneous bandwidth of the current streaming transaction. This policy is enforced during initial connection setup. If the client requests a higher bit rate than allowed by policy, the request is denied.

Note: Under certain network conditions, a client may receive a stream that temporarily exceeds the specified bit rate.

Replaces: max_bitrate(no) replaces max_bitrate(0)

Syntax

max_bitrate(bitrateno) The default value is no.

where:

•bitrate—Maximum bit rate allowed. Specify using an integer, in bits, kilobits (1000x), or megabits (1,000,000x), as follows: integer integerk integerm.

•no—Allows any bitrate.

Layer and Transaction Notes

•Use in <Proxy> and <Cache> layers.

•Applies to streaming transactions.

Example

;Client bit rate for streaming media cannot exceed 56 kilobits. max_bitrate(56k)

See Also

•Conditions: bitrate=, live=, streaming.content=

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