Broadcast Production Hardware & Live IP Infrastructure News

ESPN is producing the 2026 Stanley Cup Final using an extensive production setup, including 80 cameras, SkyCam, on-ice SkateCams, and full 1080p HDR. The workflow integrates on-site mobile units with remote REMI and REMCO operations from Bristol, supporting both the primary broadcast and an AR-enhanced SkyCast alternate stream. The production also utilizes EVS XtraMotion for super slow-motion and dynamic AR graphics from Girraphic.

NVIDIA unveiled the RTX Spark superchip, combining a Blackwell GPU and Grace CPU to deliver 1 petaflop of AI compute for slim form factor devices. This new hardware supports 12K 4:2:2 video editing and has gained support from major software partners like Adobe and Blackmagic Design, who are optimizing their post-production and VFX applications for its fall launch. Adobe is re-architecting Premiere and Photoshop to leverage the RTX Spark's capabilities for faster performance in AI, editing, color correction, and effects.

Creamsource has launched the Vortex2 and Vortex2 Soft, two new 160W compact LED fixtures designed for on-set adaptability with IP65 weather resistance and RRGBBW color management. These units leverage existing CreamOS workflows and offer features like daisy-chaining and a compact form factor for studio and on-set environments. Shipping for the new Vortex2 series is expected to begin in August.

Hollyland has introduced the Solidcom C1 Pro, a new full-duplex, hub-less intercom system for production crews. This system features AI-powered noise reduction, 1.9GHz DECT technology, and an 1,100ft operating range. The headset-integrated design aims to provide clear, wireless communication without bodypacks or external hubs.

ITV Studios has integrated the Cuez cloud-based production platform to manage and automate three live daytime programs, including 'This Morning', 'Loose Women', and 'Lorraine', from a single London studio. The system unifies graphics and VT playout, while synchronizing real-time rundown changes across editorial and camera teams. This implementation aims to streamline workflows, reduce errors, and support a leaner production crew for their back-to-back shows.

Blackmagic Design released a tutorial detailing the integration of its Studio Camera 6K Pro with ATEM Television Studio 4K8 switchers using Blackmagic Studio Converters. This setup leverages Cat 6A cabling for power, talkback, and centralized control over camera parameters directly from the ATEM switcher.

Original Syndicate CEO Ben Roth and CTO Marcus Bengtsson will speak at InfoComm 2026 about the convergence of live events, permanent installations, and immersive AV design. Their sessions will address integrating reliable, high-performance systems for streaming infrastructure professionals and designing immersive experiences where technology is invisible.

The Vivo X300 Ultra smartphone has been reviewed as a significant new contender to the iPhone for mobile video content creation, offering a 1-inch sensor and 10-bit Log video at 4K 120fps. This new Android device aims to provide professionals with advanced video production capabilities, challenging the long-held dominance of the iPhone in this niche.

Dell Technologies has launched the XPS 16 Creator Edition laptop, an expansion of its XPS hardware line, featuring NVIDIA RTX Spark technology. This device is designed for creative professionals and developers, offering high-performance computing with NVIDIA's full-stack AI platform. The new laptop provides features like smoother 4K video editing, faster project exports, and support for AI-assisted digital creation tools, along with a Tandem OLED display.

IP Showcase on the Water has announced the full presentation schedule for its free, one-day event taking place on Sunday, September 15. The event will be held on canal cruise boats launching from Strandzuid at the RAI in Amsterdam.

The article is a job advertisement for a Lead Broadcast Engineer, Studios role at "Wwecorp" in London. The position requires in-depth knowledge of transmission systems, including SCTE and closed captions, and extensive knowledge of video encoding and streaming protocols.

Videocast India has released the VIDEOCAST 2 Channel V2 Video Switcher, a compact device designed for live streaming and recording. This switcher features two HDMI inputs, a USB output for PC, and an HDMI loop-out, supporting resolutions up to 1080p at 60fps. It is compatible with mainstream live streaming software like OBS Studio, PotPlayer, and VLC.

Hangzhou Dibview Technology Co.,Ltd has launched the OTV-NSH NDI HX HDMI SDI Streaming Encoder Decoder With USB, a new device featuring H.265/H.264 encoding and decoding capabilities for IPTV/OTT systems. The product supports HDMI and SDI input/output up to 4K resolution, various streaming protocols including NDI HX, SRT, HTTP, HLS, RTSP, and includes USB for Wi-Fi, recording storage, or 4G LTE modules. It is designed for applications in education, healthcare, IPTV, and conference systems.

Iconik announced feature updates to its Creative Operations platform, including a new Publish Panel for direct delivery to social and OTT platforms, and enhanced review capabilities. These updates integrate DRM, forensic watermarking, image sequence playback with OpenColorIO, and multi-channel audio support into a single system. The company also introduced refined access control with Teams and Role Groups, and ISG Pro for high-volume pipelines.

Broadcast Management Group (BMG) is expanding its operations by adding new studios and newsrooms to serve both U.S. and international markets. BMG provides various broadcast services including live event production, studio production, managed services, systems design, broadcast systems integration, and staffing. This expansion aims to enhance their capabilities in these areas.

Evrideo launched StudioCloud, a cloud production switcher designed for low-latency, frame-accurate, and cost-effective live production. The solution controls multi-feed switching, graphics, audio, layouts, and SCTE 35 triggers.

Razer has expanded its product line beyond gaming peripherals to include a comprehensive suite of streaming and content creation gear. This ecosystem now offers webcams, microphones, mixers, and lighting systems designed for streamers, content creators, and remote professionals. Additionally, Razer has developed a PC Remote Play platform that enables users to stream PC games to mobile devices.

Grabyo is enhancing its cloud production platform by integrating Dejero solutions, enabling production teams to capture and transport video wirelessly. This collaboration aims to improve remote production capabilities for global live events.

Evrideo provides solutions for broadcasters, focusing on multi-channel playout and live production. Their service emphasizes remote live production capabilities for sports, news, and events, requiring low-latency contribution, reliable switching, and instant clip access.

BitFire has introduced the BitFire Platform, described as a cloud-based live production solution. The platform integrates tools for managing live productions, with features such as BitFire Spark™ Production Environments for design and deployment.

Magewell has launched the Pro Convert IP to AIO 4K, a device designed to convert up to four IP streams into a single 4Kp60 HDMI and SDI signal. This product supports various IP protocols including NDI (High Bandwidth, HX, HX2, HX3), SRT, MPEG-TS, RTMP, RTSP, HLS, HTTP, and ZIXI, and offers features like HDR PQ/HLG support and remote management via Control Hub or Zixi ZEN Master.

CBC/Radio-Canada (e250 project) and EBU are collaborating to redefine live media exchange for a software-driven future, moving from SDI and dedicated hardware to IP infrastructures and containerized software. They are proposing a Dynamic Media Facility (DMF) reference architecture and developing an open-source Media Exchange Layer (MXL) SDK to enable multi-vendor interoperability and reduce latency in software-based production workflows. An industry "Tiger Team" including Grass Valley, NVIDIA, Intel, Riedel, Matrox Video, and other vendors has formed to work on a common definition and implementation of the MXL SDK.

Zero Density has launched Reality 5.6, a unified solution for broadcast graphics. This release aims to provide visual storytellers with enhanced tools for bringing creative visions to life.

The article evaluates Switcher Studio, an application that enables iPhones to serve as wireless camera feeds for live production. It describes the app as democratizing live production by eliminating the need for traditional hardware. The review positions Switcher Studio as a tool to simplify the creation of high-quality live streams.

BitFire and Appear announced a strategic partnership to enhance cloud and edge workflows for live video production. This collaboration aims to combine BitFire's software-defined live production and IP transmission with Appear's live production technology.

The IP Showcase event will return to the 2026 NAB Show to highlight the maturation of IPMX from a specification to active deployment in IP-based video production. Topics will cover standards such as SMPTE ST 2110, IPMX, AES67, AMWA NMOS, and VSF TR-1001, focusing on monitoring, quality control, and post-deployment updates. This indicates a continued focus on open standards for AV over IP in broadcast and professional AV applications.

This article is a registration page for Arcadia Software/Firmware from Clear-Com, indicating either a new release or an update for their Arcadia product. The page prompts users to register to access the software or firmware.

Baylor University completed a new broadcast hub at McLane Stadium in six months, ahead of the 2024 football season. The facility, built with Evertz SDVN solutions and system integrator BeckTV, includes four control rooms and is designed to support events and live streaming across multiple university venues while accommodating both modern IP (SMPTE ST 2110) and legacy SDI systems. The hub will produce content for stadium video boards and for live broadcasts to streaming services like ESPN and PeacockTV/NBC.

Southern Methodist University (SMU) Athletics has deployed an Evertz Software Defined Video Networking (SDVN) solution to centralize its IP-driven production facility. This infrastructure connects six venues to four control rooms using SMPTE ST 2110 for scalable, multi-venue live sports productions while integrating legacy 3G-SDI equipment. The system leverages Evertz products including NATX IP switch fabrics, DreamCatcher replay, BRAVO Studio, SCORPION for remote venue connectivity, and MAGNUM OS for orchestration.

This article lists the apps developed by TopDirector Corporation available on the Apple App Store, including NDI Monitor Pro, USB Camera to NDI, and NDI Screen Capture. These applications utilize NDI technology for video monitoring and capture, indicating a focus on IP-based production tools.

NAS has officially announced its distribution of Theatrixx Technologies' products, focusing on signal transport solutions for modern AV, broadcast, and live production environments. This includes the xVision range of fibre-based video and data transport solutions, designed for high-bandwidth workflows and demanding production settings. Theatrixx also offers cue playback and DMX distribution solutions.

Delta Digital Video introduced its Model VEC500 UHD/HD/SD Video Encoder OEM Module, designed to enable camera and sensor manufacturers to integrate video streaming into their devices. This module supports H.264/H.265 or JPEG-XS compression for transmission over IP networks and is compliant with standard video players and decoding hardware. It is built for harsh environments and includes SRT/RIST support and AES encryption for applications like military, law enforcement, and traffic monitoring.

Geniatech announced the APC390K Android Mini PC, a compact computing solution featuring a Rockchip RK3566 quad-core processor and supporting 4K Ultra HD display via HDMI. Designed for applications like digital signage and smart home, it offers various connectivity options and runs on Android 11.0 or Linux Debian OS.

GigaIO and SourceCode co-designed Gryf, a compact mobile supercomputer for on-set media and entertainment production. It integrates transcoding, encoding, multi-mode presentation, and high-performance storage, leveraging GigaIO’s AI fabric to unify edge-to-core infrastructure for reduced post-production time. Gryf supports live broadcasting, on-site editing, virtual production, AR, AI analytics, and streaming, handling high data throughput for 4K video.

Canare details its range of Hybrid Fiber Optic (HFO) camera cables, including those compliant with SMPTE ST 304/311 standards and Japanese market-specific (OC series) cables. The article provides technical specifications for various models, connector types, and cleaning procedures for both standard HFO and Japanese-style connectors. It also lists related products such as HFO camera receptacle cables and connector panels.

Intinor utilized its mobile encoders to stream the Swedish Disc Golf Championship live, in collaboration with Flip Up Collective. The event production involved using multiple mobile encoders to capture and transmit the live action.

AOTO partnered with Churubusco Studios in Mexico City to install an 800 m² virtual production facility with a 200 m² LED wall. This studio, which uses AOTO RM2.3 LED panels, is described as Latin America's first large-scale virtual production studio and has hosted over 3,000 projects.

Boland, a company specializing in professional monitors for over 40 years, released its 2026 product catalog detailing its range of OLED and LCD monitors for broadcast, post-production, mobile OB, field production, and teleprompting applications. The catalog highlights monitors with 4K UHD and 1920x1080 resolutions, HDR capabilities, various input options including 12G-SDI and ST 2110, and custom-built options for diverse industry needs. It emphasizes the monitors' durability, color accuracy, and suitability for demanding professional environments.

AJA Video Systems has introduced the DANTE-12GAM, a new single-channel 12G-SDI Dante audio embedder/disembedder Mini-Converter, ahead of NAB 2025. This device facilitates bridging between SDI sources and destinations with embedded audio to and from Dante audio networks, supporting up to 64 channels of Dante IP audio with optional SFP transceiver connections. The DANTE-12GAM also features a new Mini-Converter design with an LCD display and control buttons, and supports various network synchronization standards such as PTPv2, SMPTE 2110-30, and AES67.

MediaKind has partnered with Skreens Technology to launch a new multiview live event streaming solution. This solution leverages Skreens' patented platform to display multiple live video streams on a single screen with ultra-low latency.

SOUKA (Dingshengwei Electronics Co.,Ltd) showcases its range of IPTV headend and streaming server products, HDMI encoder modulators, and IPQAM modulators, targeting commercial applications in hospitality, hospitals, and educational institutions. The company also highlights its integrated smart hotel solutions from recent industry salons, emphasizing the convergence of various weak current systems. SOUKA's featured products include the SKD3308M IPTV Streaming Server for large-scale systems (up to 1000 terminals), the SKD7200N modular IPTV headend & server platform, and the SKD711X Encoder Modulator, which integrates HD inputs and IP streams into RF channels supporting multiple broadcast standards.

AJA Video Systems unveiled Ki Pro GO2, a multi-channel HD/SD recorder supporting simultaneous H.265 (HEVC) or H.264 (AVC) recording to USB 3.0 drives or network storage. This updated portable device features four 3G-SDI and four HDMI digital video inputs, built-in frame synchronizers, and a web user interface for remote control, designed for various production environments.

Magewell has introduced the Ultra Encode AIO, an all-in-one streaming encoder for professional broadcast, live events, and hybrid production environments. The device combines HDMI and SDI inputs, supporting resolutions up to 4K60 and 4K30 respectively, and can mix these inputs into a picture-in-picture or side-by-side combined output. It features H.264/H.265 processing, multi-protocol delivery to up to six simultaneous destinations, and local recording to SD card and USB.

Supermicro launched new server solutions featuring Intel Xeon 6 processors, including systems designed for edge AI and IoT applications. These systems aim to provide compute, AI, and connectivity performance closer to the network edge, with a focus on reducing Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).

The SCN Installation Product Awards 2026 are soliciting votes for product innovations across several categories, including AI-Powered Products, Audio Hardware, AV Installation Accessories, Cameras, Collaboration Products, Digital Signage, Emerging Technology, KVM Solutions, Speaker Solutions, Sustainable Product Strategy, and Video Displays. The article details specific product nominations by various companies within each category, highlighting their key features and innovations. This initiative aims to recognize leading advancements in the professional AV installation market.

AJA Video Systems released multiple product updates and announced a strategic acquisition. Key highlights include the launch of BRIDGE LIVE IP for seamless IP media transfer, the acquisition of Comprimato to accelerate product innovation, and several firmware updates enhancing existing hardware capabilities, such as IP25-R v2.0 and Desktop Software v18.

German TV channel BILD TV has adopted the Octopus newsroom system for its linear broadcasting operations. This integration aims to streamline the channel's news production workflows for linear television.

AI-Media has launched two new next-generation encoder hardware products, the LEXI Text Encoder and LEXI Voice Encoder, at NAB Show 2026. These encoders offer 4K broadcast readiness, upgraded processing power, and AI-driven capabilities for live broadcast workflows, marking the company's first new encoder hardware in over a decade. Alongside the new hardware, AI-Media is also introducing a Hardware-as-a-Subscription (HaaS) model and showcasing its integrated LEXI Suite of AI-powered language solutions.