RTS intercom systems will soon work with OMNEO, the AVB-compatible, low-latency, IP-based media networking technology that provides the ultimate in device interconnectivity.

• Two-part media networking architecture that provides both program transport and system control for professional media networking applications.
• Operates over standard Ethernet networks, and will be fully compliant with emerging standards.

OMNEO is a COMPLETE media networking solution that supports an open public standards-based media networking architecture to promote device interconnectivity. OMNEO has two components: (1) an audio program transport protocol suite that offers low-latency, high-quality multichannel audio stream exchange; and (2) a robust control protocol suite that provides reliable and secure system control for pro networks of all sizes, from small to intercontinental.

• OMNEO's program transport component is the result of a partnership between Bosch Security Systems and Audinate Pty. OMNEO uses Audinate's Dante networking technology to provide standards-based, routable IP media transport.
• OMNEO's system control component is an open Bosch Security Systems development descended from the Audio Engineering Society's AES-24 protocol architecture. Named OCA, for Open Control Architecture, it includes many features for flexibility, reliability, security, and compatible growth over the years.

RTS is firmly committed to using and supporting open public standards and offering fully interoperable systems.

• An open standard is one whose details are available to all without restrictions.
• A public standard is one that is maintained and supported by an accredited public standards organization.
• An interoperable system is one in which products from multiple manufacturers can operate harmoniously and with full functionality.

RTS parent company Bosch Security Systems and Audinate developed OMNEO as a future open public pro media networking solution that will be compliant with emerging program transport standards such as AVB, and with emerging system control standards as they are announced.

• OMNEO's program transport will be based on RTP, a widely adopted IP streaming protocol. Dante (and therefore Bosch Security Systems media networks) will comply with this standard. Thus, the Bosch Security Systems solution will be compliant with public standards, including AVB.
• Specifications of OCA, OMNEO's system control architecture, will be published in the near future, and Bosch Security Systems will be working with industry and with public standards organizations to ensure OCA's ratification as an open public standard for pro media network control.

What is OMNEO?

OMNEO is an audio communication protocol which provides for high-quality multichannel audio transmission and powerful, reliable system control via standard Ethernet IP networks. It enables the development of audio products capable of cooperating and exchanging audio signals using industry-standard IP digital network equipment

Where will OMNEO be used?

OMNEO will be used in nearly all Bosch Security Systems future products where audio transport and system control is required. This will impact nearly all the markets Bosch Security Systems now currently serves

Who is OMNEO for?

OMNEO is for professional AV applications where high quality, reliable and secure communications and control are required for networks of up to 10,000 devices.

When will OMNEO be available?

OMNEO will be available in selected Bosch Security Systems audio products beginning in 2013; will become a central feature of Bosch Security Systems audio offerings.

Is OMNEO proprietary?

No. Bosch Security Systems believes that open public audio/video networking standards will provide the best value options for customers in the long run. OMNEO will be compliant with public standards when appropriate pro media networking standards, such as AVB, become available.

Is it only concerned with transporting AV program content?

No. The architecture also includes powerful system control features. Bosch Security Systems believes that system control is a critical component of interoperability, and promotes efforts to create open public standards for system control as well as media transport.