Content Delivery

Summary

Below are the different content delivery options that Swank offers to safely distribute studio content to our customers. Each option is designed to meet specific security standards and ensure that content is securely delivered and accessed only by authorized users. 

Table of Contents

1. Direct Network Delivery
2. Network Download
3. USB Hard Drive Delivery
4. Physical Disk (CVD/DVD/Blu-Ray)

Direct Network Delivery

Many Swank products automatically receive content updates when connected to the internet, ensuring users always have access to the latest content orders without manual intervention. Please note for on-premise devices the connection will need to meet specific technical requirements which can be found in the respective links below.

• Cinelink™ - Pre-Installation Requirements
• On-Premise Streaming - On-Premise Streaming - Technical Requirements
• Cloud Hosted Streaming - Content automatically delivered to the cloud
• For Equipment Partners using the Swank DRM platform. Details can be found at the following link:
  • Automating Swank Content Downloads with Aspera

Network Download

Network downloads are available via IBM Aspera. IBM Aspera is a high-speed data transfer solution designed to move large files quickly and securely over wide area networks (WANs). It leverages its patented FASP (Fast and Secure Protocol) technology to outperform traditional transfer protocols, making it ideal for large media files. Inquire with your Account Executive to establish your Aspera account. Once configured, you will be provided with credentials to login and download your content orders. Additional details about this process can be found here: Aspera Content Downloads

Network downloads are available for the following content types:

• Cinelink
• Digital Media Player (DMP)
• Disconnected On-Premise Streaming Server
• Pro:Idiom
• Samsung LYNK
• Third-party system content not using the Swank DRM platform

USB Hard Drive Delivery

Some customers may be in environments where internet access is not readily available.  These customers will receive content updates via a physical USB hard drive shipment. Any content available for Network Download can alternatively be configured to be delivered via USB Hard Drive if needed. Additional details can be found here: Content Delivery - USB Hard Drive Shipment

Physical Disks (CVD/DVD/Blu-Ray)

For our customers who have a need for a physical disk format, we are pleased to provide a variety of options. Our offerings include DVD, Blu-Ray, and Custom Video Disks (CVD). CVDs are distributed for early-window (pre-home DVD) content and require a PIN for playback Additional details can be found here: CVD/DVD/Blu-ray – Swank Motion Pictures, Inc.