Live Encoding & Transcoding

CAASTV Flow

Broadcast-Grade Real-Time Video Encoding

CAASTV Flow is a broadcast-grade solution for real-time video encoding, transcoding, and streaming with ultra-low latency and high reliability — built for broadcast headends, live TV channels, sports events, and IPTV & OTT platforms.

4K
Max resolution
<1s
Encoding latency
ABR
Real-time ladders
CAASTV Flow channel dashboard showing live encoding channels
Key Features

Everything you need for professional live encoding

Multi-Resolution Support

Encode from SD to Full HD and 4K with H.264 and H.265 (HEVC) codecs for maximum compatibility.

Real-Time ABR Transcoding

Adaptive bitrate transcoding automatically adjusts quality to network conditions for optimal viewing.

Ultra-Low Latency

Sub-second latency streaming for real-time applications like sports broadcasting and live events.

Multiple Input Protocols

RTMP, SRT, and UDP ingest for maximum flexibility in content ingestion from any source.

Industry-Standard Output

HLS and DASH output for compatibility with all major players, devices, and streaming platforms.

Hardware & Software Encoding

Compatible with hardware and software encoders for deployment flexibility and cost optimization.

Technical Specifications

CAASTV Flow at a glance

Input protocolsRTMP, SRT, UDP
Output formatsHLS, MPEG-DASH
Video codecsH.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC
ResolutionsSD, HD, Full HD, 4K UHD
LatencySub-second (ultra-low latency mode)
TranscodingReal-time adaptive bitrate (ABR) ladders
EncodingHardware & software encoder support
RedundancyFailover with automatic recovery
DeploymentOn-premises or cloud
How Encoding Works

One input in, a full ABR ladder out

Flow ingests a single live feed and produces every rendition your viewers need — in real time.

Live Source RTMP·SRT·UDP CAASTV Flow Encode·Transcode 4K UHD 2160p · HEVC Full HD 1080p HD 720p SD 480p HLS · MPEG-DASH output
Product Screens

Inside CAASTV Flow

Built for Live

When the event is live, there are no second takes

Flow powers broadcast headends, 24/7 TV channels, sports, and live events — where sub-second latency and failover aren't features, they're requirements.

24/7
Continuous encoding
<1s
Glass-to-glass latency
Where It Fits

Flow is the encode stage of the pipeline

Feeds come in from your sources; Flow encodes them and hands off to CAASTV Root for packaging.

IngestYour SourcesEncodeCAASTV FlowPackageCAASTV RootDeliverCAASTV TrunkManageCAASTV CMSWatchCAASTV TV App

Ready to see CAASTV in action?

Request a demo and our team will walk you through the full platform — from encoding to the viewer's screen.