Federal Mission Critical Video Networks

Federal
Mission Critical

HD & Computer Video
Transmission and
Record/Review/Publish

Video Networks. Over 3 years ago, Haivision helped create the telepresence market with the Mako™ HD H.264 codec – still the lowest latency H.264 codec on the planet.  Building on that legacy, Haivision has both expanded the application space for low-latency encoding and decoding and dramatically reduced the size, weight, and power required to distribute high-quality HD video over IP.  The Makito™ (small Mako) encoders and decoders apply the same high-end technology used in telepresence across video networks spanning multiple applications.

C2 Convergence. Billions of dollars have been spent over the years on giving multiple decision makers access to a real time view of inputs – maps, radar, friendly forces, supply sources, and the like.  Integration challenges have been daunting.  Our customers find that with an HD video encoder that supports DVI inputs at 1920 x 1080 resolutions, C2 becomes as easy as streaming the output of one commander’s display to another, either up or down the chain of command.  Treated as H.264 video, the computer display has taken on a new life of its own for C2.

Test Range Video. The US Government leads the world in test and evaluation of new weapon system technologies.  Most of the most significant tests were captured on video, only to be seen by the general public years later.  The present reality is that expectations have changed.  System tests need to be seen by program managers, decision makers, and the general public to both share positive results and secure continued support for broader program results.  Only Haivision can produce internally-protected and web-ready video from a single appliance.

Training Range Video. The last stop before deployment overseas is often training range facilities used by infantry, armor, and air crews who must prove their unit’s readiness to join the fight.  Training ranges find their missions ballooning, requiring more video sources, more training scenarios, and more video storage required.  Migrating to H.264 for both HD and SD distribution and storage is the most efficient approach in the short term and best investment in the long term.