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Usage

Get a snapshot your streaming usage at the Account, Group and Stream levels.

Overview

How it works - For both Cam and Pro pipelines, a live video feed is ingested from a camera or a broadcasting source. - Dual ingest support is provided in Pro inputs for high availability and fault tolerance.

Streaming using Pro pipelines

  1. Streaming
  2. Pro pipelines handle live video processing.
  3. The pipeline transcodes the video feed into multiple bitrates to enable adaptive bitrate streaming.
  4. The processed streams are then sent to the packaging component.
  5. Packaging
  6. Packaging refers to the job Just-in-Time (JIT) packaging, converting the transcoded streams into formats such as HLS, DASH, MSS, and CMAF for compatibility with various devices.
  7. Packaging ensures low-latency streaming and also supports encryption for secure content delivery.
  8. Delivery
  9. VisionStream employs a Content Delivery Network (CDN) for global distribution of the packaged streams.
  10. It caches content at edge locations to reduce latency and enhance the streaming experience for viewers worldwide.
  11. Conversion
  12. VisionStream employs a conversion engine which allows us to process input files into various output formats.
  13. It is used in VisionStream as a means of generating an MP4 video from an HLS archive.
  14. Storage
  15. Cloud storage is used to store segment files (.ts) generated from AWS MediaLive and recordings (VOD content) content.

Streaming using Cam pipelines

  • Cam pipelines function similarly to Pro pipelines, with the following exception:
  • Cam pipelines do not support discreet Packaging and Delivery, as these functions are built into the Cam pipeline.

Support for multiple OTT devices

- Both Pro and Cam streams are compatible with a range of OTT (Over-The-Top) devices, including smart TVs, tablets, smartphones, and desktop players.
  - Users enjoy smooth playback across devices thanks to adaptive bitrate streaming.

If you are interested in a more technical overview of the streaming process you can Read more.