Case Study: The Open enhances fan engagement with VITEC IP video solutions

Exterity Ip Video Extends Fan Engagement at the Open

The Open, working with event AV specialist C3i Group, needed a robust way to deliver live golf coverage and security across a large, temporary tournament environment while fan expectations grew after Sky gained exclusive live TV rights. VITEC, through the Exterity IP video platform, was used to stream real-time content across hospitality villages, media areas, and adjoining hotels while protecting content distribution with HDCP encryption.

VITEC implemented a scalable IP video and digital signage solution built on the site’s fibre network, using AvediaStream encoders, AvediaServer management, and ArtioSign for sponsor messaging. The result was synchronized, low-latency playback under 300 ms across more than 600 screens, lossless delivery to a 36m LED wall in the media centre, and centralized control of all content, helping improve fan engagement, support broadcasters, and deliver health and safety messages efficiently.

The Open

Jason Hall

The Open