Software-defined video production

The sports industry is always looking for ways to reduce video delays to improve the experience for viewers, fans, and players. 5G networks offer a solution with the capability to deliver high bandwidth and reliability, as outlined next:

• Mixing: combining various audio and video sources to produce a cohesive program output. Traditionally, large and complex hardware mixers were used to achieve this. These days, virtualized software-based mixers can seamlessly blend live feeds, replay tracks, commentary audio, ambient stadium sounds, overlay graphics, and so on.
• Switching: The act of selecting between multiple video feeds. During a live sports event, multiple cameras capture the action from various angles. A video switcher decides, in real time, which camera feed is broadcasted. This determines what the viewer sees at any given moment, whether it’s a close-up of a player, an overview of the field, or a replay.
• Routing: Directing...