About EarthChannel
EarthChannel is a media management platform from EarthChannel Communications that supports broadcasting content over various channels. It combines media management, examples, and contact features so users can efficiently manage and distribute their multimedia content. The platform offers flat-rate pricing, mobile streaming capabilities, and includes necessary hardware for setup. Users can easily access and manage their media resources, enabling effective communication strategies. EarthChannel is particularly useful for organizations that require a reliable method to deliver multimedia content across different platforms, ensuring consistent viewer engagement. Key capabilities: media management media examples contact support hardware included flat-rate pricing Best for: organizations that need a comprehensive solution for multimedia distribution.
EarthChannel is a premier, Cloud-Based Government Media Streaming solution developed by EarthChannel Communications, offering a powerful, turn-key ecosystem for public transparency. Its core strength is its flat-rate annual fee which covers unlimited bandwidth, viewers, support, training, and even the required encoder hardware, guaranteeing predictable budgeting. Features like Media Indexing (including Real-Time Indexing) are perfectly tailored for public meetings, allowing citizens to easily jump to specific agenda items. While highly specialized for the government/PEG market and lacking a public API, its commitment to simplicity, mobile-readiness (no app needed), and high-reliability makes it an indispensable choice for any municipality seeking an effortless, dependable way to provide Live and On-Demand Open Government content to their community.
Pros & Cons
- +Content is accessible on all mobile devices without needing an app
- +It is tailored to public meeting transparency requirements
- +The single annual fee includes all hardware, training, support, and unlimited bandwidth/viewers
- −The software is highly optimized for government/PEG use
- −The platform is primarily focused on the English-speaking US market
Features
Key features
- Turn-Key Open Government Solution
- Provides a complete package, including the cloud software platform and necessary SD & HD Encoder hardware, eliminating the need for separate hardware purchases and complex setup.
- Media Indexing (VOD)
- Allows the integration of meeting agendas or other data with specific points in time within the media archive. Viewers can jump directly to the relevant agenda item, making lengthy content highly accessible.
- Live Streaming & Simulcasting
- Enables easy live web programming directly from the website, with the option to simulcast content 24/7 from an existing cable channel or activate the stream only during meetings.
- Unlimited Everything (Flat-Rate)
- Offers unlimited bandwidth, unlimited viewers, unlimited support, and unlimited training in a single annual fee, providing predictable, reliable budgeting without extra overage fees.
- 100% Mobile Ready (No App Required)
- Content is automatically delivered natively to any modern mobile device (iOS, Android, etc.) that supports web media standards, ensuring the broadest possible audience reach without needing citizens to download a dedicated app.
Additional features
- Cloud-Based Management
- The entire system is managed via a web browser, requiring no software to install, manage, or update on the user's side.
- Video-On-Demand (VOD) & Audio-On-Demand (AOD)
- Provides a 24-hour archive of streaming media, allowing viewers to access programs and meetings at their convenience.
- Real-Time Indexing (Optional)
- An advanced feature that allows staff to index meetings as they are happening with a single click per segment, making the fully indexed meeting available seconds after adjournment.
- Custom Embeddable Player
- Users can easily embed their custom Live and OnDemand players into their own website with a simple copy-and-paste process.
- HD/SD Format Support
- Supports both Standard Definition (SD) and High Definition (HD) video quality, available in 4:3 and 16:9 widescreen formats for both Live and On-Demand media.
- Digital Signage/Content Flexibility
- Supports streaming live video, digital billboards, or pre-recorded program content from the cable channel.
- 24/7/365 Hardware Monitoring
- The vendor performs continual monitoring and maintenance of the included encoder hardware to ensure maximum dependability and uptime.
- Unbundled Media Delivery
- The system takes care of transcoding and delivery, ensuring content is delivered natively to any device supporting web media standards.
- Custom Graphics/Branding
- The embeddable players can be customized with the client's graphics and branding.
- Direct Archiving from Live Stream
- OnDemand content can be easily created directly from the live stream, simplifying the archiving workflow.
Pricing
Annual plans
Starts From
USD 2,495
≈ USD 207.92/mo when billed annually
≈USD 207.92/mo when billed annually
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About EarthChannel
EarthChannel is a media management platform from EarthChannel Communications that supports broadcasting content over various channels. It combines media management, examples, and contact features so users can efficiently manage and distribute their multimedia content. The platform offers flat-rate pricing, mobile streaming capabilities, and includes necessary hardware for setup. Users can easily access and manage their media resources, enabling effective communication strategies. EarthChannel is particularly useful for organizations that require a reliable method to deliver multimedia content across different platforms, ensuring consistent viewer engagement. Key capabilities: media management media examples contact support hardware included flat-rate pricing Best for: organizations that need a comprehensive solution for multimedia distribution.
EarthChannel Details
EarthChannel's In-App Market Place
Does EarthChannel have an in-app market place?
Yes
How many Mini-Apps in the marketplace?
1
Mini Apps
N/A
Pricing Options
Plans
Annual plans
Starts From
USD 2,495
≈ USD 207.92/mo when billed annually
≈USD 207.92/mo when billed annually
Accepted Payment Currencies
USD ($)
Pros & Cons
- Content is accessible on all mobile devices without needing an app
- It is tailored to public meeting transparency requirements
- The single annual fee includes all hardware, training, support, and unlimited bandwidth/viewers
- The software is highly optimized for government/PEG use
- The platform is primarily focused on the English-speaking US market
EarthChannel's Support Options
Email Address
support@earthchannel.comContact
678-935-9103EarthChannel's Alternatives
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