Media Edge Gateway (MEG)

Cut edge distribution costs, not picture quality.

The Media Edge Gateway (MEG) brings powerful edge processing for video distribution, replacing multiple legacy IRDs with a single software-defined platform that lowers hardware, power and bandwidth costs while seamlessly integrating satellite and IP delivery at the edge of the network.

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Modern edge processing for hybrid satellite and IP delivery.

MEG brings together satellite, terrestrial and IP inputs into a single, flexible platform at the edge. It helps you keep today’s services on-air while gradually introducing new IP and cloud-based workflows, avoiding forklift upgrades and reducing cost per site.

Modernize and consolidate IRDs.

Replace ageing, single-purpose IRDs with a software-defined gateway that can handle multiple services and interfaces, helping you reduce hardware count, rack space and power consumption.

Bridge satellite and IP efficiently.

Run satellite and TS-over-IP or CDN delivery in parallel, using more efficient codecs and flexible failover to protect services without duplicating equipment.

Lower total cost of ownership.

Simplify edge operations by consolidating decrypt, decode and handoff into a single platform, reducing truck rolls, on-site complexity and ongoing operating costs.

A stepwise path from satellite to IP and cloud, with better economics.

With MEG at the edge, you can keep using proven satellite distribution while progressively introducing IP and cloud-originated services. Each site can move at its own pace, extending the value of existing infrastructure and avoiding stranded investments.

Support for satellite and IP ingest in the same platform.
Flexible handoff to SDI or IP-based downstream systems.
A common edge platform from large headends to small affiliates.

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The MEG product range.

Media Edge Gateway (MEG)

A flexible, multi-channel edge gateway for headends, regional hubs and larger affiliates.

Ideal where you need higher channel density and multiple input types.
Supports both satellite and IP ingest, with a range of output options.
Suitable for on-premises, data centre and virtualised deployments.
Consolidates several legacy receivers into a single platform to lower capex and opex.

Media Edge Gateway mini (MEG.mini)

A compact, cost-optimised gateway for single-channel and low-density sites.

Perfect for small affiliates, local stations and contribution sites.
Variants for satellite, ATSC, IP, and cloud-connected use cases.
Low power, small footprint and easy to deploy at scale.
Delivers MEG capabilities in a form factor tuned for low-TCO deployments.

Designed for
broadcast-grade reliability.

Quortex MEG is designed for organizations that rely on reliable, broadcast-grade delivery, but need a clear path toward more flexible IP and cloud workflows and better cost control at the edge.

TV service providers & MVPDs.

Refresh IRDs, standardise the edge, and enable hybrid satellite / IP delivery while reducing receiver fleet costs.

Broadcasters & content owners.

Deliver to multiple affiliates with different handoff formats and requirements, without duplicating on-site hardware.

Regional hubs & headends.

Manage hybrid satellite and IP ingest from many sources with a common platform that is easier to operate and scale.

Sports, news & events.

Use MEG.mini as a simple, portable gateway for contribution and pop-up sites, avoiding bespoke, one-off solutions.

What you can do with MEG.

Hybrid satellite / IP distribution.

Run satellite and IP or CDN delivery in parallel to each site, with path protection and a clear migration path as more services move to IP, keeping costs predictable during the transition.

Cloud-to-ground and ground-to-cloud edge processing.

Connect cloud services to broadcast chains, and send local feeds to the cloud. MEG acts as an edge processor and gateway, receiving cloud channels or encoding on-site content without major changes downstream.

Affiliate & MVPD handoff.

Use MEG at the edge to decrypt, decode and hand off in the format your downstream systems require, whether that is SDI or TS over IP, reducing the number of devices each affiliate needs to operate.

Temporary & pop-up deployments.

Deploy MEG.mini for sports, news and special events where you need a portable gateway that is quick to set up and easy to move between locations, avoiding ad-hoc, costly one-off builds.

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NEWS

Quortex MEG successfully tested for BISS-CA reception by Eurovision Services.

Following engineering led trials at Eurovision Services, Media Edge Gateway proved reliable BISS-CA reception for premium sports feeds, supporting satellite and IP distribution while validating 1080p HDR as an efficient, future ready contribution format.

CASE STUDY

Televisa modernizes broadcast distribution with Quortex MEG.

How Mexico’s leading broadcaster reduced costs and gained flexibility with a software-based primary distribution solution.

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Reimagine broadcast distribution at the edge: Cut costs by up to 75% without compromise.

The broadcast industry is undergoing a seismic shift. As satellite infrastructure ages and operational costs rise, content providers are increasingly looking to IP-based distribution.

MEG FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Media Edge Gateway?

The Media Edge Gateway, or MEG, is a software-defined edge processing platform for content and service providers. It helps receive, process, protect, and distribute video across satellite, IP, CDN, cloud, and hybrid networks.

MEG is designed for affiliate hand-off, IP transition, regionalization, and flexible content processing at the edge.

What is MEG used for?

MEG is used to modernize video distribution workflows and simplify affiliate hand-off across diverse network environments. It can support satellite-to-IP migration, CDN delivery, decoding, transcoding, encoding, time delay, blackout, ad insertion, graphics overlay, and format conversion.

It is built for operators who need to distribute video reliably while reducing infrastructure complexity and adapting to changing network requirements.

How does MEG support the transition from satellite to IP?

MEG supports satellite, IP, CDN, and hybrid reception, enabling broadcasters and content providers to migrate gradually instead of replacing infrastructure all at once.

With hybrid input switching, operators can maintain satellite distribution while introducing IP-based workflows over time. This helps reduce migration risk, preserve service continuity, and support a phased transition to modern video distribution.

Can MEG be used for CDN delivery?

Yes. MEG can support CDN delivery workflows by bridging traditional broadcast infrastructure with IP and CDN-based distribution.

It enables localized content processing, caching, adaptive bitrate support, and low-latency transport stream distribution over CDN. This helps operators distribute video efficiently to affiliates and remote sites while reducing bandwidth and operational complexity.

What inputs and outputs does MEG support?

MEG supports a wide range of inputs and outputs depending on the configuration. Inputs can include satellite RF, IP protocols such as SRT, RIST, Zixi, TS over HTTP, HLS, DASH, ASI, SDI, and ATSC.

Outputs can include IP transport streams, SRT, RIST, Zixi, RTMP, ASI, SDI, SMPTE ST 2022-6, and SMPTE ST 2110. This flexibility makes MEG suitable for both legacy broadcast workflows and modern all-IP distribution environments.

What is the difference between MEG and MEG.mini?

MEG is the fully flexible platform for multi-channel, high-density, and advanced edge processing use cases. It is best suited for deployments that require flexible I/O, higher processing density, UHD workflows, and complex hand-off requirements.

MEG.mini is a compact, cost-efficient gateway designed for dedicated use cases, such as single-channel IP, satellite, or cloud gateway workflows. It is well suited for local networks, smaller affiliate sites, portable deployments, and fast IP distribution rollouts.

Can MEG help reduce distribution costs?

Yes. MEG can help reduce distribution costs by consolidating multiple workflow functions into a single software-defined platform and by supporting a gradual migration from satellite to IP or hybrid distribution.

Its transcoding, format conversion, and TS over CDN capabilities can also help optimize bandwidth usage, reduce equipment requirements, and simplify operations across distributed networks.

Does MEG support regionalization and monetization?

Yes. MEG supports regionalization features such as HTML5 graphics overlay, time delay, blackout, and regionalized ad insertion.

These capabilities help content providers tailor feeds for local affiliates, support market-specific requirements, and enable new monetization opportunities at the edge.

How is MEG managed and monitored?

MEG can be controlled through a local web interface and integrated with centralized monitoring and control systems. When combined with Quortex PowerVu, MEG enables centralized fleet management, monitoring, and control across distributed deployments.

This helps operations teams manage many edge devices more efficiently and identify issues before they impact service.

Does MEG support content protection?

Yes. MEG supports content protection and decryption options including PowerVu conditional access, BISS, BISS-E, BISS-CA, and DVB-CI CAM support depending on the configuration.

It can be integrated into protected video distribution workflows to help secure content from distribution through edge processing and hand-off.

Where can MEG be deployed?

MEG can be deployed on Quortex appliances, COTS servers, containers, virtualized environments, or cloud infrastructure depending on the use case.

This gives operators the flexibility to run MEG on-premises, in the cloud, or in hybrid environments, while using the same software foundation across multiple deployment models.

Do you offer support for MEG?

Yes. Quortex provides services and support for MEG deployments, with support options designed to align with network complexity and operational requirements.

Support can include software releases, helpdesk access, hardware repair options, and higher-service tiers for customers that need faster response times or 24/7 coverage.