Tata Communications achieves first live F1 4K feed over fibre

  • Sep 23, 2014
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The telecom service provider has issued a statement claiming that it has become the first company to deliver a live 4K feed from a Formula 1 event

Tata Communications achieves first live F1 4K feed over fibre

This milestone was achieved during a practice session at the 2014 Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix, where live footage was delivered end-to-end over Tata Communications' Global Video Connect Network, to Formula One Management's (FOM) Technical HQ in Biggin Hill, UK.

Commenting on this achievement, Mehul Kapadia, Managing Director, F1 Business, Tata Communications, said, “Last year we were able to showcase our broadcast capabilities by transmitting a live JPEG 2,000 feed from the same Grand Prix in Singapore. This year we have taken a huge step in next generation broadcast with the first-ever transmission of a live 4K feed from a Formula 1 event.”

“It is another milestone in our journey with Formula One Management and shows the real potential of sports broadcasting over our Video Connect Network, as well as the quality and speed by which it can be delivered,” he further added.

Tata Communications provides 120 megabits per second (mbps) for JPEG 2000. During the Biggin Hill showcase, Tata Communications provided 500mbps for a single feed, a capability that was made possible due to the company’s global Video Connect network, delivering video and converged IP services seamlessly for high quality sports events.

John Morrison, Chief Technical Officer, Formula One Management, said, “Formula 1 racing is the pinnacle of cutting edge technology, and provides the ultimate showcase for innovation. 4K is an exciting new technology which could have great potential when it comes to sports broadcasting. We are focused on given F1 fans the best possible experience, which is why we are pleased to be supporting Tata Communications in bringing 4K closer to reality.”

In February 2012, Tata Communications inked a deal with Formula One Management to deliver world-class connectivity to all Formula 1 race locations over its global network. Tata Communications also provides hosting and content delivery services to Formula1.com, which is accessed by millions of fans across the globe throughout the racing season.

Picture Courtsey: Formula 1

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