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File Based QC Automation

Pulsar QC FAQ

 

Venera Pulsar Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Why should I invest in an automated file QC application?

A. Well for one thing it is the only practical way to handle a large number of files. 

 

Q. Is there a solution to check adaptive bitrate video files?

A. Yes several companies provide technology for this kind of testing.  Venera Technologies is one of them. www.veneratechologies.com 

 

Q.  How can I be sure my files meet the new audio loudness requirements?

A. Many of the automated file QC systems like Pulsar from Venera Technologies can check your files to see if the conform to the newly passed laws for loudness.

 

Q. What can I do if my files don’t pass the loudness test?

A. You can request that the be repaired or you may utilize Pulsar’s loudness correction option.

 

Q. What are the most common errors found?

A. Metadata errors are the most common issue in our experience.

Service Providers - File Checker ROI

 Return on Investment 

                                               

Human QC

 

Pulsar

Cost of QC Personnel

Aggressive number of files per day assuming total concentration by human operator

 

Venera Pulsar

Pulsar runs without fatigue or distraction

Salary

($10.00 per Hr)

$20,000 per year + Benefits

 

Year one Cost $26,000

1 File = 1 hr content  per hour Total 6 files per day avg.  (6 hour shift)

Total per week 30 Files

(5 day work week)

 

Professional Version $28,750

Process up to 4 files simultaneously.

 

Year one Cost

$4,000 Server and Software $32,750

1 File – 1 hr of content

4 files per hour using standard Server (conservative  - run Pulsar 20 hrs per day x 4 files )

Total 80 files per day 400 Files per week (5 day work week)

 

Potential Revenue @ $25 per hour of QC =

$25.00 x 30 or $750 per week

 

Year one includes software maintenance

Potential Revenue @ $25 per hour of QC = $25.00 x 400 or $10,000 per week

 

Per year @ 50 weeks

50 X $750 = $37,500

 

 

Per year @ 50 weeks

50 X $10,000 = $500,000

Year two cost (no raise)

 

$26,000

 

Year two cost

15% annual software maintenance agreement

$4,312

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