Introduction to Zixi MediaConnect Feeder

Zixi protocol is a content and network-aware protocol that dynamically adjusts to varying network conditions and employs error correction techniques for error-free video streaming over IP. The Zixi protocol is suitable for most applications, especially use cases that involve longer distances and challenging network conditions. AWS Elemental MediaConnect combines Zixi's reliable video transport with its highly secure stream sharing and real-time network traffic and video monitoring that allows users to focus on content, not transport infrastructure.

To enable Zixi protocol protection across the entire delivery path, you need to use the Zixi protocol as part of the contribution segment to AWS Elemental MediaConnect and as part of the distribution segments from AWS Elemental MediaConnect. Zixi is integrated in a wide variety of devices for both encoding and decoding video content. However, if your encoder does not include an embedded Zixi component (i.e. cannot output a Zixi-protected stream), you can use the Zixi MediaConnect Feeder software. And in the distribution end, if your decoder (IRD) does not include Zixi, you can use the Zixi MediaConnect Receiver. Both Zixi MediaConnect Feeder and Zixi MediaConnect Receiver can be installed on-premise and on the cloud.