Two Ateme Options, One Reliable Contribution
In live video contribution, there’s no one-size-fits-all. Whether you’re deploying a compact contribution node or scaling a channel-paired infrastructure, Ateme offers two distinct, but complementary, solutions:
KYRION, our battle-tested hardware appliance.
TITAN Edge, a flexible software encoder/decoder deployable on the new Ateme VEGA server.
Both solutions share Ateme’s DNA: premium video quality, low latency, and operational reliability. But each has its strengths depending on environment, operational style, and deployment granularity. Here’s how to choose what fits best.
Form Factor & Ruggedness: Compact Contribution vs. Software on Ateme VEGA server
KYRION is an all-in-one appliance: compact, silent, and integrated with all necessary interfaces. It includes a front panel with live video preview and on-site configuration. Its hardened design supports field deployment, including OB vans and fly-away kits.
TITAN Edge, when deployed on Ateme’s VEGA server, offers the perfect balance between flexibility and control. Ateme VEGA server is optimized for channel-paired configurations and ensures consistent performance in infrastructure-based environments.
Performance: Latency, Boot Time & Noise
KYRION delivers ultra-low latency contribution (as low as 100ms end-to-end) and boots in a matter of seconds. It consumes little power and emits minimal noise, which is key for enclosed spaces or field usage.
TITAN Edge on VEGA server offers solid performance (objective of 350ms end-to-end latency this year), with efficient startup. VEGA platforms are optimized for noise and power consumption, and the flexibility to support different applications helps reduce customer TCO.
Deployment Models: Compact Nodes or Channel-Paired Infrastructure
KYRION is ideal for compact contribution nodes, where simplicity and reliability are essential. It shines in event-based and mobile deployments, offering turnkey operation with minimal configuration and support needs. Its plug-and-play nature makes it the perfect fit for tactical and isolated use cases.
TITAN Edge on VEGA server, by contrast, is built for software-defined flexibility. It thrives in channel-paired configurations, such as regional stations, operator racks, or local POPs, where compact infrastructure is needed but workflows require orchestration. With native integration into Ateme’s PILOT management system, deployment is streamlined while retaining operational control.
Cost & Licensing: Predictable vs. Adaptable
KYRION comes with clear, upfront pricing: a hardware unit, optional features, and no surprises. It’s ideal for standalone deployments and simplifies both budgeting and support.
TITAN Edge on VEGA server follows Ateme’s token-based or subscription licensing model, allowing customers to scale across regions with centralized management. VEGA server pricing is optimized for small-footprint deployments, striking the right balance between performance and affordability.
The Power of Compact Choice
There is no single winner, only the right fit for the right use case. Both KYRION and TITAN Edge on VEGA servers are built on Ateme’s trusted video core and support features like HDR, BISS-CA, and SMPTE 2110.
KYRION offers full UHD readiness, making it a futureproof investment for premium workflows.
TITAN Edge on VEGA platform, optimized up to 1080p HDR with LUT-based conversion, provides a universal receiver foundation, from satellite to ARQ, and is built to evolve toward future OTT and hybrid contribution workflows.
Whether you’re deploying a compact contribution node or building a channel-paired infrastructure for scalable workflows, Ateme now offers two perfectly adapted paths.
Choose performance. Choose flexibility. Choose what fits, Ateme delivers both.
About the Author
Solution Marketing Senior Director at Ateme
Julien joined Ateme in 2001, starting in the Hardware Department before moving into Product Management, where he led the launch and evolution of the Kyrion product line.
In 2017, he co-founded the BISS-CA standard with the EBU, reshaping the secure distribution of international live events.
He is currently Solution Marketing Director for Contribution and Distribution, driving partner and customer engagement around the Kyrion and TITAN product lines.