VoCaption is an automated live captioning and subtitling software solution that uses advanced Automatic Speech Recognition (ASR) to convert program audio into real-time, on-screen captions. Designed for broadcasters and content creators, it supports a wide range of live and file-based workflows, providing accurate, cost-effective, and scalable captioning across multiple languages and formats. VoCaption can be deployed as a standalone unit, integrated with playout systems, or used in the cloud, making it suitable for live programming, emergency broadcasts, and compliance with accessibility regulations.

Key Features

Automatic Speech Recognition (ASR) Converts spoken audio into text captions in real time.

• Supports over 50 languages, including bilingual options.
• High accuracy rates (90–95%) with quality audio input.

Custom Vocabulary and Profanity Filtering Enhances caption accuracy and appropriateness.

• Supplemental dictionary for local terms, names, and jargon.
• Alternate word list to filter or substitute unwanted words.

Flexible Deployment Options Adapts to various operational needs.

• Available as a rackmount unit, integrated software, or cloud-based service.
• Compatible with playout systems like OASYS and Polistream, and third-party encoders.

Emergency and On-Demand Captioning Ensures compliance and accessibility at all times.

• 24/7 availability for scheduled, emergency, or last-minute broadcasts.
• Auto-detects absence of captions and activates as needed.

Comprehensive Input/Output Support Fits into diverse broadcast environments.

• Inputs: Line-in, AES, SDI, HDMI, transport stream, IP audio.
• Outputs: EIA 608/708, DVB, teletext, SCTE-27, open subtitles, SRT/EBU-TT files.

Integration and Automation Streamlines workflow and reduces manual intervention.

• Responds to GPI, UDP, HTTP triggers, and can be automated within playout systems.
• Seamless integration with Broadcast Pix for live production.

Benefits

Cost Efficiency Reduces operational costs compared to human captioners.

• No need for full-hour labor charges for short segments.
• Up to 70% savings over manual captioning.

Regulatory Compliance Helps meet legal accessibility requirements.

• Supports closed captioning mandates for broadcasters.
• Reduces risk of fines for missing or incomplete captions.

Improved Accessibility and Audience Reach Makes content accessible to a broader audience.

• Benefits viewers who are deaf or hard of hearing.
• Enhances comprehension in noisy environments or for non-native speakers.

Scalability and Flexibility Adapts to different broadcast and production scenarios.

• Suitable for commercial, government, education, religious, and corporate sectors.
• Can be used for live, scheduled, or emergency events