In his latest TVBEurope article, Sergio Ammirata Ph.D., founder and chief scientist at SipRadius, explores the critical issue of timing in IP-based live broadcast production. The shift from traditional analogue and SDI infrastructures to IP has brought significant challenges in maintaining precise synchronization across diverse and remote production environments. While Precision Time Protocol (PTP) offers sub-microsecond accuracy, its implementation can be complex and costly, especially in remote and uncontrolled network settings.
To address these challenges, Ammirata highlights the innovative approach of the SipRadius MRTC (Master Router/Realtime Clock), which leverages GPS and cellular time sources to provide a reliable localised time reference. This solution offers the necessary accuracy for live broadcasting without the need for expensive PTP infrastructures, helping broadcasters achieve a balance between precision and practicality.
For the full TVBEurope article, click here.