Products & Newsletters

Barix Extends Feature Set for Reflector Service


        Radio on FacebookJoin us on Facebook

Zurich, Switzerland - Mar 16, 2011 - Barix has updated its Reflector Service for STL, syndication and remote contribution aimed at simplifying integration within existing broadcast infrastructures. The Reflector Service simplifies the setup of audio transport connections by removing the need for specialist knowledge.

Hosted by Barix partner StreamGuys, the application serves as an online center to configure and monitor the audio transport bridge while providing a straightforward relay of the audio feed. The Reflector Service is paired with Barix Audio over IP hardware at the send and receive points, creating a plug-and-play installation.

Barix has added a host of new features to extend the service:

  • Tunneling of encoder inputs through to decoder relay outputs
  • Ability to flag stream loss on local encoder and decoder output relays
  • Automatic failover to locally stored content at decoder
  • Automatic generation of e-mail alerts
  • Improved performance with lower bandwidth connections
  • Modifications for tuning system performance and resilience

    The Barix Reflector firmware comes pre-loaded on the currently shipping Exstreamer 500 and Exstreamer 1000 audio over IP devices for broadcasters. In addition to standard STL connections for program audio transport, broadcasters and service providers can use the Reflector Service for syndication and remote contribution.

    Individual stations, broadcasters and small networks that wish to host the service themselves can request the Reflector Service framework instead of using the hosted service option.




  • Acceptable Use Policy
    blog comments powered by Disqus

    [an error occurred while processing this directive]

    Today in Radio History

    Milestones From Radio's Past

    The history of radio broadcasting extends beyond the work of a few famous inventors.

    EAS Information More on EAS

    FCC Publishes Fifth Report and Order on EAS

    The new rules take effect April 30, 2012.

    FEMA Releases 2012 Supplemental Guidance Report

    The purpose of the document is to promote consistency in policy across Federal grant programs, and to ensure compatibility among Federally funded projects.

    EAS/CAP FAQ

    Now that FEMA has adopted the CAP1.2 standard, broadcasters are asking questions about the deadline to install equipment and updates to the EAS rules.

    NWS XML/Atom Feed for CAP Messages

    The feed provides feeds for all US states and territories.

    How Much Data in CAP?

    Now that the IPAWS OPEN server is on-line, it makes sense to get your CAP-enabled EAS equipment going.

    Wallpaper Calendar

    Radio 2012 Calendar Wallpaper

    Need a calendar for your computer desktop? Use one of ours.

    The Wire

    A virtual press conference

    Information from manufacturers and associations about industry news, products, technology and business announcements.

    Join Us Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn
    Radio magazine cover

    Current Issue

    Inside the Radio Network

    Take a peek into Dial Global to see how the syndicator delivers programming to your station.

    Browse Back Issues

    [an error occurred while processing this directive]