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PC Magazine recently listed Real Networks (formerly Progressive Networks), the developers of RealAudio and RealVideo, as the 28th Most Influential Computer Company. Time Magazine calls RealAudio the “de facto standard for sound on the Net…used by some 10 million people.” The San Jose Mercury News called RealVideo “net multimedia that actually works.” Therefore, it should come as no surprise that broadcast networks like ESPN, ABC, and NPR as well as major recording labels like Virgin, Sony, and Warner Bros. are using RealAudio and RealVideo on the Internet.
     In the past, hearing and viewing audio and video on the Internet required downloading entire audio and video files for later playback. RealAudio and RealVideo eliminates this requirement by allowing a user to experience virtually instant playback. RealAudio and RealVideo files play as they are downloading so there is virtually no waiting.
     Vizitech is proud to provide hosting services for RealAudio and RealVideo. Whether you are a multimillion dollar company or a small business, Vizitech can put together a multimedia package using RealAudio and RealVideo that will enhance your presence on the Web.

Here is an example of Vizitech’s pricing structure:

Price per Stream and Included Storage Space and Bandwidth (Kbps):

    1 TO 10 STREAMS:
    20 Kbps streams: $30/month per stream,
      5 MB storage per stream
    40 Kbps streams: $60/month per stream,
      8 MB storage per stream
    Setup charge: $50

    11 TO 25 STREAMS:
    20 Kbps streams: $25/month per stream,
      5 MB storage per stream
    40 Kbps streams: $50/month per stream,
      8 MB storage per stream
    Setup charge: $50

    26 TO 50 STREAMS:
    20 Kbps streams: $20/month per stream,
      5 MB storage per stream
    40 Kbps streams: $40/month per stream,
      8 MB storage per stream
    Setup charge: $50

    51 TO 100 STREAMS:
    20 Kbps streams: $15/month per stream,
      5 MB storage per stream
    40 Kbps streams: $30/month per stream,
      8 MB storage per stream
    Setup charge: $100

    Larger stream packages are available. Please contact Vizitech for pricing.

    A Note About Pricing:
    The above prices are PER stream. For example, 10 streams will cost $300/month (10 streams times $30). Prices decrease when more streams are purchased: 100 streams will cost $1500/month (100 streams times $15).
    Setup charges for larger stream packages will vary depending on the need for additional bandwidth, storage space and a dedicated server.
Additional Bandwidth:
    Streaming rates can be varied to optimize performance. 20 Kbps streams will provide good performance for audio content. Video content is usually better with 40 Kbps streams or higher. Prices will increase from those quoted above depending on the amount of extra bandwidth desired. Streaming rates may be limited, however, by the Internet connection of the end user.

Additional Storage Space:

    $10 per month for each 10 MB block of hard disk space

Estimated Storage Space Requirements for Particular Source Lengths and Bandwidths:

    Audio streaming at 8 Kbps (recommended for 14.4k modems), mono, 1 hour length, requires approximately 3.5 MB

    Audio streaming at 16 Kbps (recommended for 28.8k modems), mono, 1 hour length, requires approximately 7 MB

    Video resolution at 160x120 pixels, video streaming at 19 Kbps (minimum), 15 minute length, requires approximately 2-2.5 MB

    Video resolution at 160x120 pixels, video streaming at 45 Kbps, 15 minute length, requires approximately 5-5.5 MB

    Please note that an increased frame rate will reduce quality. File size will vary slightly.

Encoding Charges:

    $85 per hour of machine/operator time
    (1 hour minimum, billed in 15 minute blocks)

Required Information:

  • Format and length of audio/video source
  • Bandwidth requirements
    (14.4, 28.8 or higher)
Supported Formats:
    Please Note: Additional charges may apply to unsupported formats.

    • Audio Cassette
    • DAT Tape
    • VHS
    • VHS-C
    • Hi-8
    • SVHS
    • Laserdisc
    • DVD
    • CD-ROM
All files are stored on a dedicated Real Media Server with dedicated T1 Access. If you would like additional information, please contact us at: services@vizitech.com