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Broadcasters today face constant pressure to cut costs without compromising on broadcast quality or reliability. ELIA, SGT\u2019s Channel-in-a-Box playout solution, answers this challenge head-on, combining a full video server, playout automation, ingest, branding, and Media Asset Management (MAM) into a single, self-contained system.<\/p>\n

Built on proven SGT technology, ELIA delivers the reliability broadcasters depend on, now packaged in a compact, cost-efficient box. Whether you\u2019re running disaster recovery workflows, launching thematic channels, or managing budget-sensitive operations, ELIA brings complete broadcast infrastructure (server + automation + MAM) without the complexity of traditional multi-system architectures.<\/p>\n

The result: a complete, field-tested Channel-in-a-Box that inherits SGT\u2019s broadcast engineering expertise in a solution designed for the demands of 24\/7 playout.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n<\/section>\n

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Why broadcasters choose ELIA Channel-in-a-box<\/h2>
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All-in-one efficiency<\/h3>

Combines playout, ingest, branding, and MAM in a single robust server.<\/p> <\/article>\n

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Cost-effective<\/h3>

Reduces infrastructure and operational costs without sacrificing quality.<\/p> <\/article>\n

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Reliable 24\/7<\/h3>

Built on RAID-protected storage and proven SGT automation expertise.<\/p> <\/article>\n

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Versatile use cases<\/h3>

Ideal for thematic channels, pop-up services, or disaster recovery.<\/p> <\/article>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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One box. Every channel. Full SGT reliability.<\/h2>\n

At its core, ELIA combines a reliable, off-the-shelf video server with RAID-protected storage and scalable expansion options. This IT-standard approach ensures low total cost of ownership while guaranteeing the robustness broadcasters require for 24\/7 operations. By consolidating functions that traditionally required multiple systems, ELIA simplifies infrastructure without compromising reliability or flexibility.<\/p>\n

Enhanced by PLAY and FLOW<\/h2>\n

What sets ELIA apart is its integration with SGT\u2019s next-generation software suite:<\/p>\n

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  • PLAY, a modern playout automation platform, ensures seamless, accurate scheduling and transmission.<\/li>\n
  • FLOW, a media asset management and ingest solution, streamlines acquisition, preparation, and content organization.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Together, they leverage SGT\u2019s decades of expertise in broadcast automation to deliver a workflow that is powerful, intuitive, and hassle-free.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n<\/section>\n

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    Built to evolve with your broadcast<\/h2>\n

    ELIA is designed with the future of broadcasting in mind, supporting baseband formats and giving broadcasters the flexibility to adapt to hybrid infrastructures. This forward-looking design ensures that investments made today will remain relevant as the industry transitions further into IP and cloud-enabled workflows.<\/p>\n

    SGT-grade reliability, built-in flexibility<\/h2>\n

    From thematic and niche channels to back-up and disaster recovery systems, ELIA offers broadcasters a versatile solution that can be deployed quickly and operated easily. Its design reflects SGT\u2019s long-standing reputation for delivering reliable playout systems that keep channels on air without interruption.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n<\/section>\n

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    Core Channel-in-a-Box key features<\/h2>\n

    Play client<\/h3>\n
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    • Frame-accurate control of SD\/HD channels<\/li>\n
    • Playout and branding of external live feeds<\/li>\n
    • Import external playlists (CSV)<\/li>\n
    • Branding templates, ad quota management*, playout monitoring, As-Run (CSV)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Playout<\/h3>\n
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      • Playout and record* of SD\/HD single or multiple* channels<\/li>\n
      • Integrated mixer and automatic SD\/HD conversion<\/li>\n
      • Synchronised record*, control of external subtitler & router*, VST plugins (normalisation\u2026)*<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Branding<\/h3>\n
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        • 4 layers for branding & DVE including logo, stills & animated pictures, RSS, video\u2026<\/li>\n
        • Live branding capability, Adobe Animate CC compatible, HTML5 supported<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Ingest<\/h3>\n
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          • 2 ingest channels SD\/HD encoders for live feed acquisition (SDI, NDI, LTC\/NTP\/PTP)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            FLOW client<\/h3>\n
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            • Video acquisition* & file ingest, content checking, external storage connection*<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              Subtitling*<\/h3>\n
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              • OP-47 supported, multilingual with .STL files<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                Interfaces<\/h3>\n
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                • CSV, REST API*<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                  ELIA includes<\/h3>\n
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                  • The SD\/HD video server, the branding engine, the storage, the PLAY and FLOW* software suite<\/li>\n
                  • Extend your system thanks to the farming capability of ELIA<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                    File formats supported<\/h3>\n
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                    • Video: MXF, MOV, MPEG, TS, H264, MP4, XDCAM\u2026 \u2014 Stills: PNG, JPG, JPEG2000\u2026<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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