DDR · DIGITAL VIDEO SERVER
±0 latency,
4K broadcast-grade record and play.
DDR Video Server consolidates SDI / HDMI / IP inputs with 20+ broadcast formats (MXF / MP4 / MOV) for real-time recording and zero-latency playback. The core engine for news slow-motion replay, sports VAR, and live production.
±0
Latency on playback
20+
Broadcast formats
4K
UHD resolution
<1 frame
Genlock sync error
WHY NOW
From transcoding queues and rotated machines to simultaneous record and play,
this is the production engineering shift.
Live broadcasts give no second chance. Traditional servers record first, transcode, copy, then push to a separate playback rig — anchors miss the slow-mo, referees miss the VAR window. DDR consolidates record and playback onto one server: record while playing, zero latency. With 20+ formats native, no transcoding wait.
LEGACY · TRADITIONAL DDR
Separate record/play, transcode, copy
Recording and playback servers are separate; assets must be transcoded, copied, and pushed to a playback rig; on-site slow-mo lags by 30 seconds; multi-channel sync requires multiple machines; Genlock alignment is hand-tuned.
DDR · POINT MEDIA TECH
Record-and-play together, zero latency, 4K UHD
Single server records and plays simultaneously; 20+ formats native, no transcode wait; ±0 latency live playback; Genlock < 1 frame; full 4K UHD; news slow-mo and sports VAR one click away.
CAPABILITIES · THREE LAYERS
Three capability layers, threaded into one
record-and-play production line.
Real-time recording → real-time playback → production integration. Each layer can be evaluated independently, licensed by channel count, and scaled later.
Real-time recording
SDI / HDMI / IP multi-source inputs; native MXF, MP4, MOV, MPEG-2, ProRes, XAVC — 20+ broadcast formats; 4 parallel recording channels; full 4K UHD / FHD / HD; Genlock sync < 1 frame.
- SDI / HDMI / IP (ST 2110)
- 20+ native broadcast formats
- 4 parallel channels
- 4K UHD / FHD / HD
Real-time playback
Record while playing, ±0 latency; slow-mo 0.1× to 4×; variable speed, reverse, jog/shuttle; EVS-compatible workflow; frame-accurate trim and out cue; sports VAR and news slow-mo one tap away.
- ±0 latency record-and-play
- 0.1× – 4× variable speed
- Frame-accurate trim
- EVS-compatible workflow
Production integration
Integrates with NRCS (ENPS / iNEWS); auto-archive to MAM; push to Playout schedule; REST API + standard broadcast protocols; production console one-touch take cue.
- ENPS / iNEWS integration
- Auto-archive to MAM
- Push to Playout
- REST API standard
WORKFLOW
From live signal to on-air ·
single-server record-and-play production flow.
DDR is the production hub. Record, playback, archive, and on-air — one server, end to end.
FIGURE 01 · Record-and-play workflow (SOURCES → RECORD → PLAYBACK → ARCHIVE → PLAYOUT)
SPECIFICATIONS
Engineering specifications.
Full spec sheet and technical assessment available on request.
| Resolution | 4K UHD (2160p) · FHD (1080p/1080i) · HD (720p); mixed-resolution recording per server |
|---|---|
| Input formats | SDI (HD/3G/12G) · HDMI · IP (SMPTE ST 2110-20/-30/-40) · NDI · SRT |
| Recording formats | MXF · MP4 · MOV · MPEG-2 · ProRes · XAVC · DNxHD · H.264 / H.265 — 20+ broadcast formats |
| Synchronisation | Genlock (black burst / tri-level) · PTP (IP environments) · sync error < 1 frame |
| Playback | ±0 latency record-and-play; variable speed 0.1× – 4×; reverse / jog / shuttle; frame-accurate trim |
| Integration | NRCS (ENPS / iNEWS) · MAM webhook · Playout push · REST API · EVS workflow |
| Licensing | Per channel and feature module; from 2 channels up to large multi-channel deployments; perpetual + annual maintenance |
HOW TO START
Three steps, from evaluation to go-live.
Request a trial
Submit the contact form. Our sales team responds within one business day and schedules a call with a solution architect.
Integration assessment
A solution architect reviews your existing production architecture and confirms NRCS / MAM / Playout integration requirements.
Deployment and go-live
After configuration we run acceptance testing (Genlock alignment, playback rehearsal, cross-system integration) and transition into production.
READY?
Ready to stop
waiting on transcodes?
Book a demo and see how ±0 latency reshapes news and sports production.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions.
Which mainstream formats does DDR support for live recording?
DDR supports real-time recording and playback of 20+ broadcast formats, including MXF, MP4, MOV, and MPEG-2, with broadcast-grade SDI output and Genlock synchronization.
What concrete advantages does DDR have over traditional manual workflows?
DDR delivers zero-latency live playback, which is particularly valuable for news slow-motion replay and live sports highlights. Compared with legacy recording systems, DDR records and plays back simultaneously, significantly increasing production efficiency.
Can DDR integrate with existing broadcast production systems?
Yes. DDR exposes standard broadcast interfaces and integrates with existing NRCS (Newsroom Control Systems), MAM (Media Asset Management), and playout systems so your production workflow runs end-to-end.
How is DDR licensed?
DDR is licensed per channel and per feature module, with options that scale from 2 channels to large multi-channel deployments. Contact a sales consultant for a detailed quote based on your production requirements.
What system specifications does DDR require?
DDR deploys on broadcast-grade workstations or servers and runs on both Windows and Linux. Exact specifications depend on channel count, formats, and resolution — a solution architect will help size the right configuration.
How do I start evaluating and trialing DDR?
Submit the contact form. Our sales team responds within one business day and schedules a production environment assessment with a solution architect to plan a trial that fits your workflow.