Media suite
Media Suite is the next-generation software platform for file-based processing, including recording, playout, transcoding, ingest and integrated AI features like transcription, translation, and face recognition.
CENTRAL JOB MONITORING
OneGUI is a powerful monitoring add-on to nearly every job-based media processing software. It can be used to show the job list in ingesters, transcoders, video standard converters, audio processors, re-wrappers or QC tools as well as workflow systems.
GENERAL-PURPOSE FILE INGEST
xIngest is a general-purpose file ingest software for file-based production workflows. Its built-in transcoding engine guarantees the highest-quality audio and video processing, but even more importantly, it ensures the creation of most standard-compliant media file formats.
GENERAL-PURPOSE TRANSCODER
xTranscode is a general-purpose transcoder product for file-based production workflows. Its built-in transcoding engine supports many source formats and numerous target formats for post-production, archiving, broadcasting, streaming, and social media.
CONDITIONAL WORKFLOWS TO DRIVE TRANSCODING, QC, TRANSCRIPTION, TRANSLATION, FACE RECOGNITION & MORE
PROcess lifts your media processing to the cloud or enables hybrid deployment. File processing is managed by a workflow orchestrator, which allows for the execution of conditions and multiple steps, including transcoding, quality control, transcription, and translation.
bi-directional media exchange
PROexchange is made to send or request files and workorders under your full control via a secure platform. It’s an alternative to an ftp server or a more secure version of the online file transfer. In the process, you can communicate with your peers.
Frequently Asked Questions
General Product Overview
What is the x-dream Media Suite?
The x-dream Media Suite is a next-generation software platform designed for professional file-based workflows. It provides a modular set of tools for media ingest, transcoding, quality control, and advanced AI processing, all managed through a centralized interface.
How does the Media Suite differ from the Broadcast Suite?
While the Broadcast Suite focuses on specialized desktop tools and web-apps for live playback and recording (SDI/NDI), the Media Suite is built for file-based high-volume file processing, automated workflows, and advanced metadata management. It is designed to handle the "heavy lifting" of media processing and transformation.
What are the core modules of the Media Suite?
The suite is comprised of several specialized products:
- xIngest: For general-purpose file ingest.
- xTranscode : For high-quality file transcoding.
- PROcess : An orchestrator for conditional workflows (QC, AI, etc.).
- PROexchange: For secure, bi-directional media and workorder exchange.
- OneGUI: A centralized monitoring interface for all processing jobs.
Ingest & Transcoding
What types of ingestion does xIngest support?
xIngest is a general-purpose solution that handles file-based production workflows. It supports manual and automated ingestion from camera cards (P2, XDCAM, SxS, GoPro, drones) and media files, ensuring they are transcoded into standard-compliant formats for editing or archiving.
Which formats does xTranscode support?
Powered by the nablet mediaEngine, xTranscode supports a vast range of formats.
- Input: MXF, ProRes, DNxHD/HR, XAVC, MPEG-2, and more.
- Output: H.264/AVC, HEVC/H.265, Dolby Vision, Sony XDCAM, and Adaptive Bitrate (ABR) formats for streaming.
Can I process 4K and HDR content?
Yes. The Media Suite is optimized for modern high-resolution workflows, including 4K/8K processing and HDR conversion (High Dynamic Range), ensuring high-quality output with fast processing speeds.
Automation & AI Features
What AI capabilities are integrated into the Media Suite?
Through the PROcess module, users can automate advanced tasks such as:
- Transcription & Translation: Converting audio to text and translating it for global audiences.
- Face Recognition: Automatically identifying individuals within video assets.
- Subtitle Creation: Generating subtitle files directly from AI-generated transcripts.
How do "Conditional Workflows" work?
The PROcess orchestrator allows you to set rules for media files. For example, a workflow can be set to: If a file fails Quality Control (QC), send a notification; if it passes, transcode it to three different formats and deliver them to a MAM system.
Management & Security
How do I monitor multiple processing jobs at once?
The OneGUI module provides a central dashboard. It allows operators to monitor and control transcoders, ingest tasks, and QC tools from different vendors in a single view, filtering by job status or user role.
Is PROexchange more secure than a standard FTP?
Yes. PROexchange is designed as a secure professional alternative to FTP. It allows for controlled file requests and transfers, enabling you to communicate with peers and manage workorders within a protected environment.
Can the Media Suite be deployed in the cloud?
Yes. The Media Suite supports flexible deployment models, including on-premises hardware, virtual machines (VMs), or full cloud/hybrid environments.
Technical & Licensing
What are the minimum system requirements for xIngest?
An entry-level system typically requires:
- CPU: Intel Xeon or VM with 6 cores (min 2.9 GHz),
- RAM: 16 GB,
- Storage: 512 GB SSD,
- OS: Windows or Linux.
How can I test the Media Suite?
x-dream-media offers demo and trial requests for individual modules. You can contact us directly via the "Get a Demo" or "Request Trial" buttons on their website to evaluate the software in your specific environment.
x-dream-fabrik
x-dream-Fabrik is a pre-integrated, pre-configured and managed end-to-end solution for the media industry. Thanks to its unique UI and microservices architecture it covers the complete business process from content production to post-production, asset management, story creation to playout, publishing, sales and distribution.
Broadcast Suite
Broadcast Suite is a set of valuable and versatile software products specifically designed for broadcasters and proAV experts.