24 x 7 "Always On" Streaming

Our VividStream 24x7 streaming service allows you to stream your event in real-time as your "webcast" is being produced - no matter when your event is or how many events you have in a month. The investment required for the service simply depends on your maximum number of concurrent listeners or viewers and the quality of the stream required.

To stream a live event you will need the necessary equipment on site. This can be as simple as a PC with a Webcam and a broadband connection through to state of the art video production suites.

The raw output from your cameras is sent to a PC with hardware/software encoders which compress the data and relay it to our streaming servers. This single stream is then redistributed to your viewers and listeners via a hyperlink supplied by us. This link can be placed on your website and clicking on it will start the video or audio stream from your live event playing almost immediately with no waiting for content to download.

The cost of a 24x7 streaming service varies greatly depending upon:

• The number of users that are likely to connect to the webcast
• The quality of the webcast

The calculator below will give you approximate costs for this package.

NOTE: Pricing is based on the maximum number of concurrent viewers / listeners and the quality of stream required.

Rule of Thumb (i)

64 Kbps is perfect for streaming good quality audio, 300 Kbps for a good quality video stream (this will give the viewer a standard 320x240 viewing screen).

Rule of Thumb (ii)

Most people with a standard broadband connection will not be able to webcast a live stream of more than 300 Kbps.

It is extremely unusual for a webcast to generate anywhere near the maximum amount of concurrent users. All our VividStream packages have a good safety margin to ensure you don't compromise on quality or end up with a bill for extra bandwidth usage.

• Our pricing is based on offering a number of concurrent connections to your broadcast.
• A broadcast can have up to a maximum of 500 concurrent connections.

Calculate the cost
Peak number of concurrent viewers	25 50 100 200 500
Bit Rate	32k 64k 128k 300k 800k
How much will it cost?
Per month £	+VAT

If you are unsure as to which package is suitable for your event or simply need some expert advice on how to ensure your event stream runs perfectly then contact us and we'll be more than happy to help out.