Pebble is a global leader in automation, channel management, and playout solutions for the media and entertainment industry. Operating in over 70 countries, the company delivers scalable and flexible systems that support everything from single-channel operations to complex environments with more than 150 simultaneous channels.

Continuous Innovation and Adaptation to New Technologies

Dedicated to technological advancement, Pebble continuously invests in research and development. A key example is the launch of Automation 2.0, an enhanced version of its playout solution designed to meet the demands of cloud deployment and network security—two essential market requirements.

Commitment to Clients and Partners

Pebble values long-term relationships by providing continuous support and customized solutions to meet the specific needs of each operation. The company is dedicated to delivering cutting-edge technology that drives efficiency and innovation in the media and entertainment sector.

Main products and services

Pebble Automation – Full Playout Control

A powerful and scalable automation solution for efficient control of multiple broadcast channels with high precision and reliability.

Technical Highlights

Distributed client/server architecture for full redundancy and uninterrupted operation.
Supports both traditional and IP-based playout (SDI, SMPTE ST 2110).
Device orchestration for video, audio, captioning, graphics, and ad insertion.
“Pay-as-you-grow” scalability—from 1 to hundreds of channels with no downtime.
Intelligent playlist validation, which automatically checks media availability and playback times, avoiding on-air failures;
Intuitive interface for both manual and automated control.
Modular and customizable UI for tailored operator views, alerts, and access levels.
Open APIs for integration with MAM, traffic, and ingest systems.

Benefits

High availability and reliability with no single point of failure.
Hybrid SDI and IP support for smooth migration to all-IP workflows.
Unified orchestration of all broadcast elements, reducing system complexity.
Seamless scaling with enterprise-grade capabilities.
Customizable operation and open integration for maximum flexibility.

Pebble Automation Lite

A compact and cost-effective version of Pebble Automation, ideal for projects with up to 6 channels, without sacrificing advanced features.

Technical Highlights

Manages up to 6 baseband/IP channels with enterprise-grade drivers.
Configurable redundancy and unlimited clients.
Playlist validation technology inherited from the enterprise version, ensuring playout integrity even with last-minute changes;
Familiar interface for easy upgrade to full version.
Unicode support for multiple languages including Arabic, Chinese, and Japanese.

Benefits

Enterprise-grade features at an accessible cost.
Real-time playlist validation avoids on-air errors.
Unlimited client access with robust failover.
Legacy and IP compatibility (SDI, SMPTE 2110).
Smooth upgrade path to more complex operations.

Pebble Integrated Channel – All-in-One Channel Solution

Combines playout, graphics, subtitles, and master control in one integrated environment to optimize transmission infrastructure.

Technical Highlights

Real-time processing of SD/HD/UHD video and graphics
Software-defined pipeline for static or dynamic live channels.
Supports on-premises, cloud, or hybrid deployment, including “pop-up” event channels.
SMPTE 2110 compatible for modern IP installations.
Integrated branding, subtitling, and captioning tools.
Unified playout and master control.
Advanced audio controls, including automatic loudness.
Local and remote redundancy options.

Benefits

All-in-one server setup simplifies operations and lowers costs. Real-time high-quality performance with low latency.
Real-time high-quality performance with low latency. Versatile deployment and easy event-based scalability.
Flexible pipeline adapts to both static and dynamic content. Defined by software that adapts to both static channels and reactive operations or multiple live insertions, supporting traditional programming and dynamic events.
Versatile deployment and easy event-based scalability. On-premises, in public or hybrid cloud environments, and supports “pop-up channels” for temporary events, enabling rapid scalability and adaptation to different broadcast scenarios.
Reliability and compliance guaranteed. IP interoperability and operational resilience.

Pebble Control – IP Device Management System

Manages IP media environments with secure, dynamic device control for IP-based broadcast networks.

Technical Highlights

Based on NMOS IS-04 and IS-05 standards.
Plug-and-play integration with third-party systems.
No custom coding required.
Intuitive web-based interface.

Benefits

Automated device discovery and media connection setup.
Simple integration with open specifications.
Plug-and-play integration with third parties.
Based on open specifications, Pebble Control easily connects to third-party infrastructures without the need for custom programming, reducing deployment time and costs.
Intuitive web interface for remote management.
Through a responsive web dashboard, engineers can configure, monitor, and adjust IP device parameters from anywhere, without the need for additional software installations.
IP-native, scalable, and self-contained solution.
Designed to grow with your operation, the system is self-contained and can scale from small studios to large facilities, while maintaining simplicity in configuration and maintenance.
Operational visibility and reliability.
Real-time alerts and multicast configuration management.

Pebble Remote – Remote Operation and Monitoring

A web-based tool for remote monitoring and management of playout operations from anywhere.

Technical Highlights

Custom dashboards for exception-based monitoring.
Low-latency output monitoring from Integrated Channel devices.
Ingest management tools streamline content preparation.
Real-time playlist control with customizable critical buttons.
Web security and granular user permissions.

Benefits

Centralized and actionable oversight.
Comprehensive remote playlist manipulation.
Real-time quality assurance.
Enhanced security and user control.
Optimized ingest workflow.
Clip review tools, dynamic port allocation, and automatic scheduling conflict resolution speed up content preparation, preventing bottlenecks and delays in playout.
Comprehensive remote playlist manipulation.
Manage playlists in real time via the web — add, remove, or reorder events with just a few clicks, and create customizable buttons for critical functions, enhancing operational agility.
Enhanced security and user control
Web authentication, transport encryption, and granular permissions ensure that only authorized users perform specific actions, keeping your infrastructure secure.

Why Choose Pebble?

Proven reliability: systems in over 1,500 channels across 70 countries.
Flexibility: tailored for SDI, IP, or hybrid needs.
Continuous innovation: strong investment in R&D and support.
Global support: international commercial and technical service reach.

Transform Your Playout Operation with Pebble

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