Enabling 4K Video Transmission for Korean Horseracing Network
Kawasaki, Japan – November 11, 2024: Media Links, a leader and pioneer in IP-based media transport solutions, announced today that LG U-Plus, a prominent South Korean telecommunications provider, has adopted its Xscend® IP gateway for high-performance video transmission.
As the first in South Korea to deploy Media Links’ advanced Media-over-IP solutions, LG U-Plus will deliver high-quality 2K (HD) and 4K (UHD) video across the Korean Racing Authority’s (KRA) extensive network, connecting racetracks, network centers, and off-track ticketing offices.
The Xscend® IP Gateway is a high-performance media transport solution designed to facilitate efficient, reliable video, audio, and data transmission over IP networks. Built to meet the demanding requirements of live broadcast and media transport, Xscend® stands out for its capacity, flexibility, and support for various IP standards and advanced compression formats. Alongside Xscend®, Media Links will also provide the MDP3020, a compact IP transmission device, to reinforce the robustness and scalability of this innovative network.
Looking ahead, Media Links will collaborate with Korean distributors and systems integrators to expand into similar projects, paving the way for next-generation video networks across the region, including bicycle racing.
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About Media Links
Well recognized and trusted for its reliable media transport solutions that deliver high value content over IP networks, Technology and Engineering Emmy® Award winner Media Links helps deliver exceptional live sporting and entertainment experiences to audiences across the globe. Major recurring events include the Winter and Summer Olympics, World Cup Soccer, American Football, Baseball and Basketball games, political conventions, entertainment showcases, and much more.
Media Links IP technology is optimized for broadcasters, service providers, rights holders and content owners, providing low latency, bandwidth efficient, fail-safe operation with both unsurpassed video quality as well as high speed “hitless” data transmission capability. The Media Links IP portfolio includes media gateways, modular transport platforms, aggregation/core switches, and management control software, supporting formats up to 4K UHD resolutions and network bandwidths to 100G. Solutions are specifically designed to interoperate with industry standards, provide a bridge from legacy interfaces to IP, and flexibly accommodate workflows for current and evolving applications like remote, distributed as well as cloud production. Professional services are also available for network design, installation, and maintenance.
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