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3Kast FAQ


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What is 3Kast?
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3Kast is a scalable multi-format, real-time transcoding solution that can be used to convert live TV and Radio broadcasts so that they can be streamed over the Internet and viewed on PCs, TVs, and/or 3G Mobile phones.

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Who should use 3Kast?
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reKast can be used by TV and Radio Broadcasters, Streaming Service Providers, Teleports, SatCom companies and anyone else who needs to convert live broadcast content so that it can be reused on PCs, TVs, and/or 3G Mobile phones.

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Why is 3Kast different?
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reKast provides the most cost effective solution for live content repurposing currently available. Here's why:

  • The 3Kast transcoding application can handle an unlimited number of input feeds or other live event broadcasts.
  • One input feed can be converted into one or more output feeds of different types. For example, a live TV broadcast can be converted so that it can be viewed on a Mobile, PC or TV or all three end devices at the same time if required.
  • 3Kast is a carrier grade software based solution which can be installed on any Quad-Core Intel¨ Xeon¨ processor based server
  • 3Kast installations are managed and monitored via a secure web based management interface
  • Comprehensive Web Based Management and Monitoring
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Which formats are you able to convert live video and audio into?
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3Kast provides the most comprehensive range of codecs currently available in a software based transcoding product, enabling service providers to keep pace with changing market trends.

Every 3Kast application is sold with all codecs enabled as standard. Currently supported codecs are:

  • Video : H.263, MPEG-4, H.264/AVC, Windows Media 9 Video, Windows Media 9 Advanced Profile, FLV, VP6.
  • Audio : AAC-LC, AAC-LTP, AMR-NB, G.711 aLaw and µLaw, Windows Media 9 Audio, NellyMoser and MP3.
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How is 3Kast sold?
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reKast is a technology provider and sells the 3Kast platform directly to broadcasters and service provider or via value added resellers and other partners.

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How much does 3Kast cost?
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Please contact us with your requirements and we will be pleased to provide you with a quotation.