What broadcast problem does this solution aim to solve?
Modern playout operations demand agility, scalability, and seamless integration of branding and graphics, all without relying on rigid, appliance-based infrastructure. Pixel Power’s StreamMaster and Gallium systems address this challenge by offering a fully software-defined platform that consolidates playout, graphics, and automation into a single, flexible environment.
How was this handled before?
Traditionally, broadcasters used separate hardware for playout, automation, and graphics. This approach increased cost, complexity, and physical footprint, and made it harder to adapt workflows for cloud or virtualised environments. Integrating graphics engines into playout chains was often a separate engineering task, and deploying systems across multiple sites or cloud platforms typically required parallel infrastructure stacks.
What sets StreamMaster and Gallium apart?
These platforms are built from the ground up as software-defined solutions that can run on COTS (commercial off-the-shelf) hardware or in virtualised cloud environments. StreamMaster acts as a powerful graphics-enabled playout engine, while Gallium provides the scheduling, automation, and control logic to support linear and non-linear workflows. Together, they form a unified system capable of handling complex branding, master control, and channel playout, all from a flexible, scalable architecture.
Their support for hybrid deployments allows broadcasters to run the same platform on-premises and in the cloud, enabling seamless migration or mixed-environment operation. With everything from branding to graphics rendered in real time and built into the engine, the need for external systems is reduced, simplifying maintenance and improving operational speed.
Who should consider deploying this platform?
StreamMaster and Gallium are ideally suited for broadcasters, service providers, and content networks seeking future-proof playout infrastructure that adapts to changing distribution demands. They’re particularly valuable for organisations transitioning to cloud or virtualised environments, or those wanting to streamline operations without sacrificing high-end graphics and branding capabilities.
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