Internet2 Instructions
The same MBC broadcast that is transmitted via satellite is also multicast over the advancedR&D network known as Internet2. This
network and its partner networks around the world connect
Universities, Medical Centers, Research Centers, Industry and
Government facilities, providing advanced services such as MPEG-2
video multicast. More information about Internet2 can be found at
http://www.internet2.org.
In the United States, the principal Internet2 network is known as
Abilene. Other countries and regions of the world have their own
equivalent networks listed at
http://international.internet2.edu/partners/.
If your institution is connected to any of these networks, you should be able to view our MBC multicast by doing the following:
 You will need to DOWNLOAD the VideoLAN Player (VLC) and downloading the version that matches your computer's operating
system.
Run VLC and then choose File > Open Network Stream
Select UDP/RTP Multicast
In the address field, enter 233.130.187.0
In the port field, enter 4443
Select OK
Within a few seconds, our multicast should be displayed, assuming it
is during our normal broadcast day. To see our broadcast schedule, click here.
If the multicast does not appear after 10 seconds, here are some checks to make:
1) You should contact your networking IT staff to make sure the multicast is coming through any firewalls or gateway correctly, AND
2) Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) to make sure that multicasting is enabled between Internet2 and your site.
The MPEG-2 Multicast requires a minimum connection of 2.2 mbps in order to work properly. |
