steadystream
IT Information

Unique Password for Every Device

Every Barix device developed since 2019 has a unique, randomly generated, and secure password assigned by the factory. In this way, every device comes with built-in security when shipped.

Latest Linux-Based Software

STEADYSTREAMSM devices are running on the latest software provided by Barix. The Linux based Open Source Operating System provides a secure platform. Barix is continuously updating the software on the device at every update of the STEADYSTREAMSM firmware alike.

Firmware & Malware

There are no troubles with Malware on a device. Even though it’s theoretically a complete computer system and could run any software, there is no way to download and run malware. Since the firmware is a closed package that only accepts Barix software, SSH or Shell connection is not possible; hence the installation of 3rd party software is not possible. The only application allowed to run on the device is the STEADYSTREAMSM software; changing this is not possible. The STEADYSTREAMSM device operates an entirely closed system to prevent susceptibility to virus or Trojan applications.

Device Set-up Specifications

The STEADYSTREAMSM is run via an ethernet connection. Following are the specifications for set-up:

The STEADYSTREAMSM device supports both Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) and Static IP Configuration. The device’s default setting is DHCP as it is the most common and convenient method. Static requires manual configuration and knowledge of the local network. Note: The device uses a Web Secure Socket connection in order to communicate with the device’s services.

Once the device has been connected to an internet source, it can be hooked up to the existing sound system. After installation, channel selection and volume level can be controlled via the provided link or via the system amplifier.

usb interface
network interfaces

Security Information

Encrypted Communication with client certificates

The communication between the device and our status portal is one of the main features of our platform and therefore it needs to be secured. The communication over the Web-Socket protocol is secured by standardized SSL/TSL encryption, which is “State-of-the-Art” technology for encrypted communication over the internet. To Initialize the connection, every player needs to have a local client certificate installed issued by Barix; this is a process done during the firmware update on the device. This protects the connection from 3rd party attacks making sure your device cannot be hijacked. Loading different certificates is not possible; the connection will be rejected without a valid certificate. Barix is the sole entity that can release certificates.