iControl loudness monitoring stores loudness data collected across various signal distribution networks. It enables broadcasters and pay-TV operators to guarantee end-user quality of experience while remaining compliant with loudness legislation around the world, including the CALM Act (U.S.). Leveraging segment information provided by iTX or any third-party automation system, loudness data can be plotted in a meaningful way, enabling rapid troubleshooting and identification of problematic sequences. The application generates complete reports for compliance purposes.
Storage of loudness data on NAS for compliance proofing
Efficient NAS storage consumption (20 Mb per day per audio program)
Ability to collect loudness data from remote location over TCP/IP network
Compliance with ATSC A/85 1770-1, ATSC A/85 1770-2, EBU R128 and ARIB TR-B32 standards
Ability to collect loudness data throughout the infrastructure, including before and after automatic loudness correction (ALC)
Powerful Loudness Analyzer tool enables operators to respond to inquiries and proof compliance
History graph to visualize short term and integrated values
Generation of loudness reports
Integration with iTX playout system to communicate segment information to determine the segment where the out of range loudness occurred