Synchronisation Solutions for the Broadcast Media Industry
Supporting professional video production and audio production with IEEE 1588 Precision Time Protocol (PTP) networking equipment.
As the exclusive distributor in the UK and Ireland for Meinberg, APC Technology Group’s Systems team have a successful heritage supporting the broadcasting industry with bespoke Network Time Protocol (NTP) and Precision Time Protocol (PTP) synchronisation solutions.
IEEE 1588 PTP – the standard for synchronising broadcast technology
Unlike traditional NTP, which operates with millisecond accuracy, PTP can achieve nanosecond-level precision, making it ideal for high definition tv broadcast.
Used in conjunction with the SMPTE ST 2059-2 profile, it is the basis for IP-based production environments and helps the broadcast media industry achieve frame-accurate synchronisation of audio and video.
Supporting traditional, full IP and hybrid studio environments
As the broadcasting industry transitions from SDI (Serial Digital Interface) to IP-based environments, studios are adopting different infrastructure models to balance performance, cost, and flexibility.
Meinberg’s LANTIME series of time servers are designed to enable interoperability of traditional (Black-Burst, Tri-Level Sync, AES Word-Clock) and future (IEEE-1588 PTP) synchronisation of professional broadcasting equipment and video production.
Outdoor Broadcasting Solutions
In addition to studio-based broadcast environments, APC’s Systems team can help with solutions for outdoor broadcast. Live sporting events and news coverage often use multiple cameras, microphones, and production units spread across different locations.
Our team can assist with selecting the right equipment to ensure that all devices remain perfectly synchronised, preventing lip-sync errors, frame misalignment, and jitter in video and audio streams.
Typical Applications and Broadcast Solutions APC's Specialist Teams Support
Modular time and frequency NTP servers
PTP Grandmaster clocks supporting the SMPTE ST 2059-2 profile
Studio synchronisation input cards
Compact and flexible synchronisation solutions for outdoor broadcast environments
Synchronisation signal generators for studio applications
Featuring solutions from leading manufacturers
Products
microSync Product Family: Powerful IEEE 1588 PTP Grandmasters and NTP Servers
Meinberg’s multipurpose synchronisation solution is available in different form factors to best suit your network requirements.
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We pride ourselves on our product knowledge and technical expertise in finding the ideal component, product or system for your broadcast requirements.
For further information on how APC can help with your project, contact a member of our team today.