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X PLATFORM
One platform. Every possibility.
Live media is evolving faster than ever as audiences demand pristine quality and instant delivery across every screen. The X Platform gives broadcasters and media companies a powerful foundation to process, transport, and protect live content with the certainty that mission critical operations require.
Platform overview
X— a modular toolkit for live media, from edge to core
Designed for the realities of modern IP and hybrid workflows, the X Platform brings together high density media processing, intelligent transport, and resilient system architecture. Engineers can build the exact workflow they need while maintaining the reliability and operational clarity that live production depends on.
Built for real world workflows
Engineered for resilience
Unified through XM
Why Broadcasters Choose Appear: The X Factor - YouTube
Why Broadcasters Choose Appear: The X Factor
Power efficiency
With platforms that ensure 5x less energy consumption than other market-leading solution providers.
Operational efficiency
With the most flexible and resilient platforms that minimise total cost of ownership.
Ultimate capacity
With the densest, most scalable media processing and delivery solutions on the market.
PRODUCT PORTFOLIO
Choose the right platform
A unified platform for media transport and processing — from compact systems to high-density deployments and software-defined control.
X5
Edge · Hardware
Compact, fixed-function system for smaller and edge sites. Powerful, futureproof media processing without compromise.
Form factor: 1RU half-rack
Capacity: Fixed system
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X10
Edge · Hardware
Modular 1RU chassis for space-efficient deployments where rack density and flexibility both matter.
Form factor: 1RU
Capacity: 6 modules
Explore X10 →
X20
Core · Hardware
The high-density 2RU flagship. Built for maximum capacity, expansion, and the most demanding live workflows.
Form factor: 2RU
Capacity: 12 modules
Explore X20 →
XM
Control · Software
Self-hosted estate management for Appear chassis. A single operational layer for deployment, visibility, and lifecycle.
Scope: Estate-wide
Capacity: Unlimited nodes
Explore XM →
COMPARE
| X20 Populare |
X10 | X5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SYSTEM & HARDWARE | |||
| Form factor | 2RU | 1RU | 1RU, half-rack width |
| Modular configuration | 12 Slots | 6 Slots | No |
| Power | 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz | 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz | 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz |
| LED indicators on PS and modules | |||
| Forced air-cooling (front to back) | |||
| REDUNDANCY & SERVICEABILITY | |||
| Dual redundant | |||
| Hot-swappable PS | - | ||
| Hot-swappable modules | - | ||
| CODECS & PROCESSING | |||
| AVC / H.264 | |||
| HEVC / H.265 | |||
| JPEG2000 | - | ||
| JPEG XS | - | ||
| TRANSPORT & STREAMING | |||
| MPEG-TS over UDP | |||
| MPEG-TS over RTP | |||
| Accelerated SRT | |||
| SMPTE 2022-7 | |||
| IP-FEC | Output only | ||
| CONDITIONAL ACCESS | |||
| MPEG-TS Scrambler & Descrambler | - | ||
| BISS Support | - | ||
| CONTROL & CONFIGURATION | |||
| Web-based configurator |
Award-winning innovation, recognised globally
2024
NAB Show Product of the Year
2025
NAB Show Project of the Year
2025
APB+ Awards
VAR innovation
2025
TVB Europe NAB
Best of show VX
2025
TV Tech NAB
Best of show X5
2024
Corporate Star Awards
2024
TVB Europe IBC
Best of show SRT
2024
TV Tech IBC
Best of show SIx300
CUSTOMER STORIES
Poweringeverytypeofliveevent
We are proud to work with some of the most pioneering and respected names in the media industry.
Premium Sport Contribution and Distribution
Tier-1 Global Event Production
REMI at Scale
IP-centric broadcast infrastructure
Satellite-to-IP
In-House Live Event Production
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Appear X Platform used for?
Appear X Platform is a high-capacity media processing and delivery platform for premium live contribution and distribution. It is designed for IP-centric broadcast operations and supports compression, transport, security, and format conversion in the same chassis family.
What workflows can X Platform support?
X Platform supports live contribution, remote production, DSNG, satellite turnaround, high-density SRT gateway, interfacility connectivity, TS adaptation, and in-venue IPTV workflows. It can combine AVC, HEVC, JPEG XS, JPEG 2000, satellite, ASI, TS mux/demux, and encryption functions in one platform.
How does X Platform help broadcasters reduce complexity?
X Platform avoids hardware sprawl by consolidating multiple functions into a single modular platform, reducing rack space, cabling, cooling, power, and packaging compared with server-based or multi-box approaches.
How does X Platform support resilience and redundancy?
X Platform is built with seamless network protection, redundant backplanes, hot-swappable power supplies, and optional dual active-active control modules. It also supports SMPTE ST 2022-7, service-level backup concepts, and broader device-redundancy options depending on the workflow.
Can X Platform bridge SDI and IP workflows?
Yes. X Platform supports conversion between SDI, SMPTE ST 2022-6, and SMPTE ST 2110, with options for JPEG XS, JPEG 2000, AVC, and HEVC processing on top. That makes it suitable for both baseband and IP production environments.