Intinor beta adds HDR HLG passthrough and 10-bit NDI support

The inclusion of 10-bit NDI and HLG passthrough streamlines high-fidelity remote production by maintaining color accuracy and metadata consistency across the IP contribution chain. By integrating these features into the IDM interface, Intinor is reducing the configuration burden for engineers managing hybrid SDI/NDI environments. This move aligns with a broader industry shift toward IP-based transport that matches traditional broadcast quality standards. Watch for adoption rates of NDI 6.3 and NDI Advanced among professional hardware vendors to see if 10-bit workflows become the baseline for IP contribution.

The release of Firmware 4.24.0_rc5 follows Intinor's strategic focus on NDI Advanced and HDR workflows showcased at major trade shows in early 2026. At NAB 2026 in April, the company demonstrated the implementation of NDI version 6.3 and NDI Advanced, which supports the 10-bit color depth now available in this beta, as reported by The IAMT in April 2026. This transition to high-precision color is part of a larger trend in the live sports and premium broadcast segment; according to NetInt's 2026 State of Video Encoding Report (April 2026), nearly 13% of the market consisting of 'Precision Engineers'—those handling live sports and betting—are driving the demand for advanced edge-side capabilities and FPGA-based solutions.

Simultaneously, the broadcast industry is balancing this IP transition with existing infrastructure. Haivision’s 2026 Broadcast Transformation Report (March 2026) found that while 30% of broadcasters have adopted SMPTE ST 2110, an increase of 4% from 2025, a massive 82% still rely heavily on SDI infrastructure. Intinor's addition of HLG metadata passthrough specifically addresses this hybrid reality by allowing metadata to pass transparently from SDI input to SDI output via MPEG-TS transport, per APB News in May 2026. This technical bridge is essential as global demand for high-definition video transmission systems is projected to reach $12 billion by 2026, according to XR Smarts (May 2026), fueled largely by the growth of remote production and cellular-based contribution workflows.