Sony PWS-100RX1

The Sony PWS-100RX1 network RX station is an advanced system for cost efficient live streaming video and audio direct from XDCAM camcorders using 4G/LTE and Wi-Fi networks. The PWS-100RX1 uses Sony’s unique QoS (quality of service) technology or MPEG2-TS to maintain video and audio integrity during transmission. Each PWS-100RX1 unit can simultaneously control two SDI outputs: these can be used to live stream from two locations at the same time. Multiple systems can be added for greater input and output loads.

This unit includes reference and timecode input connectors, which enable synchronised operation with broadcast systems. In addition, it can output in a variety of broadcast formats, including 1080i and 720p. The PWS-100RX1 system comes with preinstalled Connection Control Manager software that enables easy connection to camcorders and delivers efficient handling of the live streams. The system works with a 4G/LTE or Wi-Fi*1 dongle, or with the CBK-WA100 and CBK-WA101 wireless LAN adapter*2. The PXW-X180, PXW-X200 and PXW-X500 camcorders have built-in live streaming version upgrades*3. As well as live streaming, a planned upgrade will allow the unit to receive files transferred direct from camcorders.

Key Features:

Cost efficient live streaming of 1080i and 720p over 4G/LTE or Wi-Fi

Live streaming video and audio direct from XDCAM camcorders using 4G/LTE and Wi-Fi networks in a variety of broadcast formats, including 1080i and 720p

High quality Sony's QoS ensures no lost video or audio

Sony’s unique QoS (quality of service) technology or MPEG2-TS to maintain video and audio integrity during transmission.

Direct streaming from XDCAM camcorders

The system works with a 4G/LTE or Wi-Fi*1 dongle, or with the CBK-WA100 and CBK-WA101 Wireless Adapter. The PXW-X180, PXW-X200 and PXW-X500 have built-in live streaming version upgrades.

1 CBK-WA02 wireless LAN adapter launch expected May 2015.
2 CBK-WA100 and CBK-WA101 firmware upgrade expected June 2015.
3 PXW-X180 upgrade scheduled for autumn 2015. PXW-X200 upgrade scheduled for June 2015. PXW-X500 upgrade scheduled for autumn 2015.

SDI outputs

Two SDI outputs on each unit allow you to manage two separate streams in and out. Multiple units can be used together to increase capacity.