
“know” which devices on your IP network want to receive the multicast
packet and who doesn’t. Otherwise, the traffic may be broadcasted to
every end device on your network, slowing it to a halt.
Multcasting isn’t limited to just video either. You can also use it for both
video and peripheral signal extension and sharing (often called “KVM
extension”) applications. These types of extenders feature keyboard/mouse
emulation and emulation for other standard HID devices, while providing
easy access to single-, dual-, or quad-head computers — ideal for
applications requiring multiple graphic heads to be switched simultaneously
from a single workstation. In command and control room setups, for
example, you can multicast video and data to receivers attached to LCDs
in video walls. Users can then interact with computers behind the scenes
using separate keyboard, mice, and digital displays.
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Distribution Methods
IP-Based Distribution
IP-based distribution technologies use transmitters
and receivers to extend signals over a TCP/IP
network (a LAN or even a WAN, for instance).
Oftentimes, they’re called IP streamers when used
with codecs. But, when choosing one, be sure
you’re not looking at the consumer-grade devices
for streaming video in small office applications; be
sure it’s a professional-grade multicasting product.
These sophisticated extenders use CATx cabling
infrastructure, but in comparison to standard non-networked CATx
extenders, they multicast data over an active Ethernet network. They do this
by packetizing media streams for delivery over an IP-based network,
so source content can be delivered anywhere you have Ethernet wiring.
By leveraging existing IP network connections to distribute multimedia
content, businesses can avoid running expensive dedicated links from a back
room to digital signage in lobbies or other public areas. Plus, the video is a lot
less susceptible to interference, image skew, and compromised resolution.
Compression makes it possible to run the signal over longer runs — and
compression does not have to mean low-quality video. Compressions may
be lossy or lossless. The IP-based extension methods we’re discussing use
visually lossless compression with algorithms that make it possible to run Full
HD video over the LAN without any visual loss in quality.
They may even simulcast video and audio synchronously so there’s no
latency, feature QoS prioritization and bandwidth-management controls,
and the ability to use bidirectional (two-way) serial signals to query a remote
display to, for example, shut it down and power it on or gather performance
data. What’s more, the system you choose may even support bidirectional
serial connections for use with interactive touchscreens.
Also, they may or may not support existing networking standards.
This is important if you need extra distance in your distribution application. If
they do support Ethernet standards, you can extend video through
networking switches to get extra-long distances, beyond the specified
cabling distances of 328 feet (100 m) per the Ethernet standard.
Because IP-based extenders are based on standardized Ethernet protocols,
you can even use media converters and run several miles over fiber cabling.
Plus, these extenders transmit signals digitally from end to end, so digital
content is never compromised.
Meeting existing standards also allows for ea
sy installation and expansion.
Simply plug in as many receivers as you need for your remote screens and
use a standard Gigabit network switch with IGMP snooping to control
the traffic. IGMP is very important in multicasting. This stops an IP switch
from passing on multicast data onto every port and prevents performance
degradation and wasted network bandwidth. Switches with IGMP support
100%
Picture Quality
Cable Length
Picture quality of an analog
signal gradually declines over
longer lengths of cable.
Picture quality of an digital
signal (e.g. HDMI) suddenly
drops at a certain length of
cable (cliff effect).
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Picture Quality
Cable Length
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1. How far do you need to transmit your video?
Do you want to go farther than 320 feet?
2. Do you have copper (CATx or coax) wiring not in use?
3. How important is video quality? Do you intend to
transmit medical images or detailed graphics renderings?
4. Is bandwidth an issue on your network? Is your LAN
already being used for VoIP or data-intensive applications?
5. Do you want to transmit to one screen or multiple screens?
6. Will you need connectivity to serial touchscreens?
7. Is data privacy an important consideration?
8. Will you be distributing video near machinery?
9. Do your network switches support IGMP snooping?
10. Do you need peripheral support (for instance, for remote
users who require keyboard and mouse control, or for
command and control room applications)?
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