While streaming and mobile internet have reshaped how we consume media, terrestrial broadcasting still holds power in delivering reliable, high-quality content to mass audiences. New transmission technologies from Rohde & Schwarz are leading the way in allowing broadcast operators to broadcast on any scale to mobile devices and provide consumers with reliable, high-quality experiences. Our innovative transmission technologies pave the way for localized services, offering immersive experiences for sports events, music festivals, and more.
Traditional broadcasting offers a unique solution: the ability to efficiently reach large audiences simultaneously. This advantage is being unlocked through advancements in multicast delivery technologies, allowing for a re-imagining of terrestrial broadcasting’s role in the modern media landscape.
Unlike unicast, which delivers data individually, multicast enables a single transmission to reach multiple receivers simultaneously, dramatically reducing network strain – particularly during high-demand events.
New technologies offer a compelling alternative to overburdened mobile networks by offloading peak data demands to a dedicated broadcast channel. This optimizes network resources, improves service reliability, and provides a predictable, cost-effective solution for reaching large audiences, mitigating risks associated with fluctuating network loads.
Modernizing terrestrial broadcast infrastructure allows for the integration of advanced transmission techniques, maximizing spectrum efficiency and delivery capacity. These advancements unlock the potential for significant improvements in data rates, coverage, and overall network performance. Next-generation transmitters are designed for flexibility, enabling the seamless addition of multicast capabilities to existing networks.
The inherent strengths of terrestrial transmission – widespread coverage, reliability, and simultaneous reach – make it an ideal platform for multicast services, allowing broadcast operators to redefine their role and unlock new potential within the evolving digital ecosystem.
The future of broadcasting lies in embracing new digital services and innovative delivery. This shift presents unprecedented new business opportunities and demands a forward-thinking approach to infrastructure and technology. Rohde & Schwarz is at the forefront of this evolution, empowering broadcasters to build more flexible, efficient, and profitable networks. We combine decades of broadcast expertise with cutting-edge technology to deliver solutions that address the challenges – and unlock the possibilities – of the digital age.
