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Last weekend, the Red Bull Ring in Spielberg served as a test track for the innovative transmission technology 5G Broadcast. This technology will allow audiences at race tracks to view live content from various camera perspectives directly on their cell phones in the future.

During the test, signals such as the Servus TV signal and onboard camera perspectives of the riders were transmitted directly to 5G Broadcast-enabled smartphones at the race track. The latency between the live experience and the live stream on the mobiles was measured. Test users of the prototype smartphones were able to enjoy a unique live experience at the race track for the first time.

The setup, developed by ORS’ Nakolos team and technical partners, included a low latency encoder, 5G Broadcast core, and transmitter. This setup achieved 5G Broadcast coverage for the duration of the event, making it the first successful deployment of 5G Broadcast at a major event.

The test demonstrated that 5G Broadcast is well-suited to allow viewers to watch real-time action on their mobiles or tablets at events with large audiences. With latencies measured below one second, the test was deemed successful. Both Dorna and ServusTV, the companies supporting the test, are positive about the future applications of 5G Broadcast.

ServusTV’s Commercial Director, David Morgenbesser, expressed his excitement about the successful test and the opportunity to introduce new broadcast technology through domestic development know-how. Sergi Sendra, Head of Global Technology at Dorna, also praised the successful test, emphasizing the importance of innovation in the sports industry.

Managing Director Michael Wagenhofer of ORS highlighted the capability of 5G broadcast event technology to allow many people to simultaneously follow the action at the race track without any loss of quality. He also emphasized the glass-to-glass latency of less than one second achieved during the test, which opens up possibilities for temporary 5G broadcast coverage at sporting events, concerts, or festivals.

The test was conducted by ORS’ Nakolos team with the support of technology partners Bitstem, Insys VT, and Syes.

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