Appear is a global leader in live production technology, offering modular and sustainable solutions that cater to the most complex workflows in media contribution, production, and distribution.

With established expertise since 2004 and involvement in hundreds of global projects (NBCUniversal, Formula 1, Riot Games), Appear blends innovation, sustainability, and top-tier support to revolutionize media production workflows.

Main products and services

X Platform:

High-density modular hardware (X10, X20, and the compact X5), optimized for live contribution and production with AVC & HEVC encoding/decoding, high I/O capacity, and reduced power consumption (Appear).

Technical Features

Ultra-low latency in a modular architecture:
X Platform enables near real-time processing for live contributions without noticeable delay—ideal for sports events and multicamera broadcasts.

Benefits

Smooth viewing experience and perfect source synchronization

VX Platform:

Agile, scalable software solution for media workflow orchestration, compatible with any cloud and capable of unifying control, monitoring, and metric analysis in a single interface.

Technical Features

Cloud-agnostic, API-first workflow:
VX Platform operates in any public or private cloud, with open APIs for instant integration with legacy systems and new applications.

Benefits:

Agile, scalable software solution for media workflow orchestration, compatible with any cloud and capable of unifying control, monitoring, and metric analysis in a single interface

XC Platform:

Carrier-grade chassis available in 1 RU (XC5100) and 4 RU (XC5000) versions, featuring full redundancy (hot-swap power supplies, high-bandwidth backplane, and centralized management GUI) for IPTV head-end and broadcast distribution

Technical Features

Carrier-grade robustness and full redundancy:
XC5000/XC5100 feature dual hot-swappable power supplies and high-density modules, ensuring “always-on” reliability in critical environments.

Benefits:

Continuous operation without interruptions, even during maintenance or hardware failures.

Professional Services

Consulting, integration, and 24/7 support, ensuring tailored planning, quick installations, and ongoing training to maximize return on investment in Appear technology.

Specialized Solutions

Remote contribution (REMI)
Interfacility connectivity
Linear distribution (satellite + hybrid IP)
Hospitality environments
Each solution is based on plug-and-play architectures, maintaining workflow integrity and efficiency.

Main advantages of Appear products and services

Ultra-low latency in a modular architecture:
X Platform enables near real-time processing for live contributions without noticeable delay—ideal for sports events and multicamera broadcasts.
Benefits: Smooth viewing experience and perfect source synchronization
Cloud-agnostic, API-first workflow:
VX Platform operates in any public or private cloud, with open APIs for instant integration with legacy systems and new applications.
Benefits: Agile, scalable software solution for media workflow orchestration, compatible with any cloud and capable of unifying control, monitoring, and metric analysis in a single interface
Carrier-grade robustness and full redundancy:
XC5000/XC5100 feature dual hot-swappable power supplies and high-density modules, ensuring “always-on” reliability in critical environments.
Benefits: Continuous operation without interruptions, even during maintenance or hardware failures.
Advanced High Efficiency AVC & HEVC Compression
All X Platform chassis support encoding and decoding to the latest standards, optimizing bandwidth utilization without compromising quality.
Benefits: Deliver 4K/UHD video with up to 50% less bandwidth consumption.
Security and content protection
Implementation of scrambling and conditional access protocols, in addition to end-to-end encryption in IP flows.
Benefits: Shielding against interception and piracy, ensuring revenue and regulatory compliance.