Plymouth-based broadcast audio specialist, Hargrave Media, has implemented a reliable and flexible connectivity solution for their outside broadcasts across the UK. The company, which specializes in broadcast audio, sound engineering, radio studio design and installation, as well as audio-visual production and technical support for live events, understands the importance of dependable connectivity in their line of work.
With a wide range of venues and locations that their team operates in, Hargrave Media faces the challenge of varying mobile coverage. To address this, the company has combined KeySIM multi-network IoT SIMs, Teltonika devices, and industry-standard audio codecs to create a robust and reliable outside broadcast setup.
KeySIM’s multi-network capability allows Hargrave Media to access Vodafone, O2, EE, and Three through a single SIM, providing flexibility to choose the most suitable network for each location. Through KeySIM’s online portal, the company can remotely monitor and switch between networks, allowing them to adapt to changing connectivity conditions without the need for physical SIM card replacements.
This level of control is particularly valuable during outside broadcasts, where troubleshooting connectivity issues during a live program or commentary is not an option. By using multiple networks in conjunction with professional broadcast and networking equipment, Hargrave Media has greater control over the entire connection between the venue and the broadcast studio.
The same approach also supports the company’s wider broadcast audio work, such as live commentary, event coverage, radio projects, and technical installations. Instead of being limited to a single network at every location, Hargrave Media can use KeySIM as a flexible connection that can adapt to the environment.
Moreover, KeySIM’s pay-per-megabyte pricing model allows Hargrave Media to use it as an additional or backup connection. The company only pays for the data they use, making it a cost-effective solution for outside broadcasts and other occasions where reliable data transmission is crucial.
Owner of Hargrave Media, Richard Hargrave, expressed his satisfaction with the implementation of KeySIM, stating that the flexibility and control it provides has greatly improved their outside broadcasts. He also highlighted the importance of using Teltonika devices and industry-standard audio codecs in their setup, which adds to the robustness and reliability of their broadcast chain.
Graham Robinson, founder of KeySIM, also praised Hargrave Media’s approach, stating that the combination of multi-network connectivity, professional broadcast and networking equipment, and industry-standard audio codecs provides a resilient solution for live broadcasts and events. He also stated that this is a prime example of how multi-network connectivity can work together with professional equipment to ensure reliable live audio transmission.
Overall, Hargrave Media’s implementation of KeySIM and other industry-standard equipment has proven to be a successful solution for their outside broadcasts. The company can now confidently provide reliable and high-quality audio transmission from various locations across the UK, ensuring their clients’ satisfaction.
