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What is EMLA?

AWS Elemental Live has long been the gold standard in encoding, powering broadcasts for major sporting events like the NFL and Olympics.

Now, through a new partnership, AWS provides its industry-leading encoding software while Sardius delivers the hardware platform and automation that makes deployment seamless.

Elemental MediaLive Anywhere (EMLA) represents this innovative collaboration, transforming what was once a high capital expenditure into an affordable operational cost model and bringing world-class encoding quality to mission-driven broadcasters with plug-and-play simplicity.

Now, through a new partnership, AWS provides its industry-leading encoding software while Sardius delivers the hardware platform and automation that makes deployment seamless.

Elemental MediaLive Anywhere (EMLA) represents this innovative collaboration, transforming what was once a high capital expenditure into an affordable operational cost model and bringing world-class encoding quality to mission-driven broadcasters with plug-and-play simplicity.

Built for everyone. Harness the tech that powers the NFL and the Olympics.

Built for everyone.

Benefits of EMLA

Our team integrated EMLA directly into the Sardius Platform, giving organizations streamlined access to encoding that powers digital events at scale. From regular programming to major conferences, mission-driven events to public broadcasting, the Sardius Media + AWS partnership is improving broadcasts in multiple ways:

How Our Encoders Help

Sardius EMLA and our other encoder solutions have a number of high-utility advantages across broadcasting.

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Simplified Control & Management

Control professional broadcast encoders through the Sardius platform without engineering knowledge. Start, stop, and configure broadcasts from an intuitive interface that makes complex equipment accessible.

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Simplified Control & Management

Control professional broadcast encoders through the Sardius platform without engineering knowledge. Start, stop, and configure broadcasts from an intuitive interface that makes complex equipment accessible.

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Enterprise Quality at Accessible Price Points

Access the same encoding technology used for NFL broadcasts and the Olympics. The Sardius EMLA solution brings professional-grade AWS Elemental quality to organizations that previously couldn't afford this level of broadcast infrastructure.

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Enterprise Quality at Accessible Price Points

Access the same encoding technology used for NFL broadcasts and the Olympics. The Sardius EMLA solution brings professional-grade AWS Elemental quality to organizations that previously couldn't afford this level of broadcast infrastructure.

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Enterprise Quality at Accessible Price Points

Access the same encoding technology used for NFL broadcasts and the Olympics. The Sardius EMLA solution brings professional-grade AWS Elemental quality to organizations that previously couldn't afford this level of broadcast infrastructure.

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Ongoing Support & Training

Get Sardius team expertise for encoder setup, troubleshooting, and optimization. Benefit from professional broadcast equipment without specialized engineering staff on payroll.

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Ongoing Support & Training

Get Sardius team expertise for encoder setup, troubleshooting, and optimization. Benefit from professional broadcast equipment without specialized engineering staff on payroll.

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Ongoing Support & Training

Get Sardius team expertise for encoder setup, troubleshooting, and optimization. Benefit from professional broadcast equipment without specialized engineering staff on payroll.

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Flexible Deployment

EMLA fits into mobile setups, pop-up locations, and remote campuses, giving you access to professional, scalable encoding power with minimal complications.

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Flexible Deployment

EMLA fits into mobile setups, pop-up locations, and remote campuses, giving you access to professional, scalable encoding power with minimal complications.

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Flexible Deployment

EMLA fits into mobile setups, pop-up locations, and remote campuses, giving you access to professional, scalable encoding power with minimal complications.

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Calendar-Driven Automation

Integrate encoders directly with Sardius calendar workflows. Schedule broadcasts in advance and the system automatically manages encoder operations based on your event calendar, eliminating the need to manually start and stop.

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Calendar-Driven Automation

Integrate encoders directly with Sardius calendar workflows. Schedule broadcasts in advance and the system automatically manages encoder operations based on your event calendar, eliminating the need to manually start and stop.

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Calendar-Driven Automation

Integrate encoders directly with Sardius calendar workflows. Schedule broadcasts in advance and the system automatically manages encoder operations based on your event calendar, eliminating the need to manually start and stop.

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Primary and Backup Redundancy

Configure primary and backup encoder workflows to ensure broadcast continuity. If your main encoder encounters issues, backup systems activate automatically to keep your audience connected during mission-critical moments.

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Primary and Backup Redundancy

Configure primary and backup encoder workflows to ensure broadcast continuity. If your main encoder encounters issues, backup systems activate automatically to keep your audience connected during mission-critical moments.

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Primary and Backup Redundancy

Configure primary and backup encoder workflows to ensure broadcast continuity. If your main encoder encounters issues, backup systems activate automatically to keep your audience connected during mission-critical moments.

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Automated Archival Workflows

Broadcasts automatically archive with metadata intact, ready for immediate publishing to content libraries or scheduling for simulated live playback. No additional production work required.

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Automated Archival Workflows

Broadcasts automatically archive with metadata intact, ready for immediate publishing to content libraries or scheduling for simulated live playback. No additional production work required.

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Automated Archival Workflows

Broadcasts automatically archive with metadata intact, ready for immediate publishing to content libraries or scheduling for simulated live playback. No additional production work required.

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Remote Management

Control live events anywhere from remote locations. Monitor stream health, start or stop encodes, and adjust settings, all without needing to be physically on site.

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Remote Management

Control live events anywhere from remote locations. Monitor stream health, start or stop encodes, and adjust settings, all without needing to be physically on site.

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FAQ

Got a question? Start here. We’ve answered some of the most common Elemental MediaLive Anywhere questions we get from mission-minded broadcasters like you.

Got a question? Start here. We’ve answered some of the most common questions we get from mission-minded broadcasters like you.

What makes Sardius EMLA different from other encoders?

Saridus Media’s EMLA (AWS Elemental MediaLive Anywhere) combines AWS-grade encoding with Sardius Media’s scheduling, automation, remote management, and leading customer support, making it ideal for mission-driven teams looking to improve their broadcasting capabilities.

Is Sardius EMLA good for mobile or multi-site setups?

Absolutely. Sardius EMLA hardware is compact and built for flexibility. While powerful enough for a dedicated broadcasting studio, it is just as easy to use for mobile deployments across campuses, conference sites, or remote production environments.

How does your platform work with AWS Elemental MediaLive Anywhere?

Sardius Media’s EMLA integration is a pre-built, tested pipeline that makes it easier to manage AWS’s high-end, on-premise encoding. No need to cobble together a combination of third-party tools. Our one-stop solution helps you seamlessly set up your stream with minimal complexity.

What if I need help during my live event?

Our team has seen it all. We know events can have hiccups. That’s why we’ve built proactive monitoring, emergency response, and responsive troubleshooting into our platform. We can also be on-site for your event, so we’re right by your side during the high-stakes moments.

What type of analytics does Sardius provide?

The Sardius Platform is brimming with data, from viewer behavior to engagement patterns, asset performance, geo data, and more. Everything is presented in custom dashboards with API access so you can track what matters most. If you’re looking for clarity on a specific kind of content, reach out to our team.

How secure is the Sardius platform for sensitive or private content?

If you want to limit access, protect donor content, or implement viewer authentication at scale, we help you maintain security and control with confidence.

Book a Demo

Our broadcasting experts are here to ensure your experience with us is smooth and successful. Reach out, and together, we can make sure you’re confident and well-supported every time you go live.

Contact us

Book a Demo

Our broadcasting experts are here to ensure your experience with us is smooth and successful. Reach out, and together, we can make sure you’re confident and well-supported every time you go live.

Contact us

Book a Demo

Our broadcasting experts are here to ensure your experience with us is smooth and successful. Reach out, and together, we can make sure you’re confident and well-supported every time you go live.

Contact us

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