ERT Automated Playout System
Client:
ERT
Solution:
Broadcast
Industry:
Media & Entertainment
Country:
Greece
Project Summary
Between 2004 and 2009, Telmaco delivered and expanded a fully automated playout system for ERT, Greece’s public broadcaster. The turnkey solution introduced Aveco Astra automation, EVS XT servers, and large MXF storage, later enhanced with DVB subtitling, DVB audio description, and HD playout. The project ensured reliable 24/7 operations across ERT’s seven national and international channels.
7
Channels Supported
4
Channels with DVB Subtitling & Audio Description
24/7
Continuous operation without downtime
2009
Completion Year
The Outcome
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Overview
ERT needed a scalable and resilient playout infrastructure to unify operations across its national and international services. Telmaco provided a complete solution, from workflow design and equipment supply to commissioning and training, ensuring seamless upgrades over time and uninterrupted service delivery.
The Challenge
Ensuring reliable, automated playout for a growing number of national and international channels.
Transition from manual to automated playout.
Integration of legacy equipment with new systems.
Redundancy for uninterrupted 24/7 broadcasting.
Expansion to DVB subtitling and audio description.
The Solution
A turnkey broadcast playout system with automation, redundancy, and future-ready scalability.
Automation & Control
Aveco Astra automation servers in main/backup configuration.
Video Servers & Storage
EVS XT servers and large MXF NOL storage for playout and ingest.
Continuity Suites
Outputs feeding master control switchers for all ERT suites.
DVB Subtitling & Audio Description
N+1 redundant playout system for four channels, fully automation-controlled.
HD Expansion
Additional HD server added in 2012 for “ERT-HD” channel.
Tailored Services
Aveco Astra automation and continuity playout.
MXF NOL storage and archive integration.
DVB subtitling and audio description playout.
System integration, commissioning, and operator training.
