ClearOne Digital Media - Manual (Page 19)

Because StreamNet was designed for real world applications, it does not require a
dedicated network. Instead, AV devices peacefully coexist with data services or other
applications on the same network. In order to place content on the
network, StreamNet multi-media encoders convert audio, video
and control signals into streaming data which is transmitted
across any Ethernet based network using Internet Protocol
(IP). For playback, StreamNet multi-media decoders convert
the IP stream back into audio, video and control signals for
playback on display devices and audio systems.
Furthermore with StreamNet, you may mix and match sources,
such as Blu-ray players, digital media players, satellite and cable boxes,
video cameras or computers, allowing virtually any audio, video or data source to be used
with a StreamNet solution. Additional capabilities of StreamNet include an interactive
network technology where audio channels are sent back over the network such as to
contact a help-desk or security office while simultaneously allowing the overhead speaker
system to play the audio track for the video display. StreamNet also provides GPIO at the
network edge, or in other words on the endpoints. This allows dealers to perform complex
room automation without any additional boxes, wiring or power supplies.
pg 19 StreamNet Digital Media and System Design Reference Guide
What is StreamNet?
Existing Ethernet
IP Network