Vbrick MPEG CODEC
VBricks are a family of compact, low cost "Video Bricks" and related components. A Vbrick Video Network Appliance is a reliable MPEG Audio/Video Encoder, Decoder, Complete Video Conference System, Multicast IP Server, Multicast IP Client, Terminal Server, ATM end-point, ATM switch, and more.
A VBrick even provides control over remote devices, and it can be controlled via IR remote. In fact, a VBrick is the world's first true multifunction Video Network Appliance. Operating over IP, ATM, Microwave, or T1/E1 networks, VBricks compress standard analog audio & video signals and transports high quality video over a digital network on an end-to-end basis in real time.
A VBrick is fully managed and controlled by VBAdmin, by Telnet, by SNMP, and/or by VBrick's unique ActiveX controls.
Combined with other VBrick components, VBrick offers a feature-rich comprehensive and low cost solution for total MPEG video networking.
All VBricks support NTSC/PAL composite & S-Video. Vbricks support universal international power, carry the CE mark, and are UL and FCC approved. VBricks operate over an extended temperature range of 0 to +70 degrees C.
VBricks are made in the USA
VBrick 3000™
The VBrick 3000 Series are full duplex MPEG Encoder/Decoders. The 3000 Series are available for Ethernet IP, ATM, and T1/E1, satellite, and microwave networks. A VBrick 3000 combines all the functions of a 1000 and 2000 into one inexpensive, high performance package. (Note: The VBrick 3000 can be used in place of a VBrick 1000 or 2000) VBrick 3200 - Ethernet, UDP/IP
VBrick 3911 - ATM, 155M OC3c multimode
VBrick 3913 - ATM, 155M OC3c single mode
VBrick 3800 - ATM, 25M
VBrick 3921 - ATM, Dual OC3c with integral ATM switch
VBrick 3931 - EIA-530/RS-422
VBrick 2000™
The VBrick 2000 Series are MPEG decoders that interoperate with Vbrick 1000, 3000's, as well as VBrick MediaPump and other MPEG sources. The 2000 Series are available for Ethernet IP, ATM, and T1/E1, Satellite, and Microwave networks. VBrick 2200 - Ethernet, UDP/IP
VBrick 2911 - ATM, 155M OC3c multimode
VBrick 2913 - ATM, 155M OC3c singlemode
VBrick 2800 - ATM, 25M
VBrick 2921 - ATM, Dual OC3c with integral ATM switch
VBrick 2931 - EIA-530/RS-422
VBrick 1000™
The VBrick 1000 Series are MPEG encoders that interoperate with the VBrick 2000 and 3000's, as well as VBrick StreamPlayer, Windows Media Player, and other software MPEG players and servers. The 2000 Series are available for Ethernet IP, ATM, and T1/E1, Satellite, and Microwave networks. VBrick 1200 - Ethernet, UDP/IP
VBrick 1911 - ATM, 155M OC3c multimode
VBrick 1913 - ATM, 155M OC3c singlemode
VBrick 1800 - ATM, 25M
VBrick 1921 - ATM, Dual OC3c with integral ATM switch
VBrick 1931 - EIA-530/RS-422
StreamPlayerII™
StreamPlayerII is a software MPEG player for Windows that automatically detects VBrick streams, provides instant selection and recording of any stream, and displays the video using Microsoft Media Player. Stunning 30-fps television with CD-Quality Stereo Audio on your desktop! Fully resizable from full screen to a thumbnail. Sunning 30 fps Television on your desktop!
MediaPumpII™
The VBrick MediaPump is a low cost software MPEG video server for Windows 95/98/2000 and NT that does for stored video what the VBrick Video Network Appliance does for live video. Record live video from your VBrick using StreamPlayerII, then use MediaPump to multicast the saved MPEG file over your network (or stream a standard MPEG1 file). MediaPump is perfect for education & training, entertainment, and allows you to easily rebroadcast those live events for anyone who missed it -- video on demand without the complexity. The viewer experience is the same, whether they are viewing live or stored video.
- Integral Automatic Stream Scheduler
- Integral Stream Editor feature allows you to instantly stream all or any portion of your clip!
VBAdmin™
Comprehensive Graphical User Interface to control and manage VBricks in your network.
- Manage, configure, control all VBricks from your desktop
- TCP/IP connectivity to any VBrick
- Free MPEG parser
MPEG Editor
StreamPlayer displays your live MPEG video on your desktop and instantly saves it to disk. iFilmEdit gives to simplified editing of your movies so you can easily create professional content and stream it via MediaPump.
VBControls™
ActiveX Controls that you can embed in your web page to control your VBrick video appliances. The ActiveX control makes it easy to multicast video to any destination by simply clicking on a button!
RondaView™
RondaView is an Automatic Scheduler for VBrick Network Appliances. RondaView automatically configures any or all VBricks in your network at scheduled times, enabling scheduled two-way video conferences, automatic reception of multicast streams, automatic billboarding, and scheduled broadcasting.
VBrick AudioMate
AudioMate is low cost, wideband (7KHz) desktop conference microphone that connects directly to a VBrick. AudioMate features automatic voice tracking, LED's to indicate active/mute, and when coupled with a VBrick video appliance, advanced echo cancellation. Up to three AudioMates can be connected in series. Nothing else required for crystal clear room-sized audio!
Accessories
A complete line of accessories including pan/tilt/zoom cameras, CCD cameras, motors, etc.
Employing the international MPEG standards, VBricks deliver "VHS Tape" quality video at 1 Mbps, and near broadcast quality at higher rates. Standard jacks provide instant compatibility with virtually any video and audio source, and standard S-Video jacks provide for even higher video fidelity. VBrick's RS-232 serial port and provides full duplex protocol-transparent end-to-end data transport, and provides a built-in "terminal server" capability, making it easy to control remote cameras, VCR's, DVD's, PTZ camera, or other devices.
VBricks require very little configuration and operate right out of the box. All configuration parameters are stored in non-volatile memory and are easily changed local terminal, via VBrick's comprehensive Administration Graphical User Interface for Windows, via Telnet, via ActiveX Controls from your web browser, or via industry standard SNMP. The appliance supports software download right over your IP network making upgrades a snap!
VBrick's video quality compares with products costing an order of magnitude more, both in terms of product cost and bandwidth usage. And for streaming video directly to desktops (and saving the video in standard MPEG format), VBrick's StreamPlayerII is the ideal standards-based solution. With inexpensive VBricks and StreamPlayerII, you can watch (and even record) video from any remote location such as classrooms, conference rooms, even shipping docks -- and provide educational or entertainment quality video everywhere.
Depending on the model, VBricks stream video via IP Multicast, or Unicast, via ATM, or via microwave, satellite, or T1/E1. VBricks are available with an integral ATM switch and Dual OC3 ports, allowing the formation of video networks without even connecting to a ATM switch. The Dual OC3 is a complete VP/VC switch with full bandwidth 155M performance. VBricks can be instantly connected in a "daisy-chain" or ring without connection to a backbone switch. In addition, VBricks can be easily added to an existing ATM network without needing additional switch ports.
EtherneTV
EtherneTV is a complete kit that enables the instant streaming of television from any source to an unlimited number of PC's in one building or one enterprise network. It includes a VBrick 3200, StreamPlayerII license, VBAdmin, cables, accessories, and instructions.
IP/TV Compatibility
VBrick's exclusive dual streaming provides interoperability with 3rd party viewers such as Cisco's IP/TV. Stream live video from anywhere to TV's, VBrick's StreamPlayerII, AND to IP/TV at the same time!
Program Guide
Like StreamPlayer for your desktop, VBrick 3200 and 2200 automatically detect and display a Program Guide right on the TV screen. Any VBrick connected to your IP network transmits the name of the video (e.g. "CNN Video", "Front Door", "Training Session", "CEO Address", etc.), and the Program Guide can be instantly viewed on you TV by using VBrick's IR remote Control. All the viewer has to do is select a program and begin viewing TV-Quality video with CD-Quality Stereo audio. No central planning or complex programming is required. In fact, the VBrick solution does not relay on expensive, central servers at all -- so it is highly scaleable and fault tolerant. Of course you can always press a button on your IR Remote Control and switch to the Conference Guide or Billboard.
Conference Guide
The VBrick 3200 provides sub-second call setups for two-way video conferences. A VBrick connected to your network announces itself to all other VBricks and displays conference candidates on the TV screen. Simply surf to any name and instantly you are connected in a private conference. No central server required. Just plug the VBrick into your IP network and you can instantly connect to any other VBrick. Of course you can always press a button on your IR Remote Control to switch to the Program Guide or Billboard.
Billboard
VBrick 3200's and 2200's display TV-Quality video on standard TV monitors, of course. But in addition, Vbrick's display full screen high quality text that can be sent to the VBrick from a central location. The text can be viewed on demand via IR Remote, automatically at a scheduled time, or anytime you choose. While a live video is not being displayed, the VBrick acts as an electronic billboard -- providing Welcome messages, Class schedules, Updates, News, or any other information -- though out your facility. Of course, you can always push a button on your IR Remote Control and switch to the Conference Guide or Program Guide.
