A lot of networks are starting to go with ST 2110 instead of SDI, but you still need to do the final compression for signal emission. Now, instead of having to convert back to SDI to then go to MPEG-2, MPEG-4, or HEVC, you can take in the signal directly over IP and compress it down to the transmission format.
That’s possible with a new ST 2110 input interface card option on the Pacific 9992 encoder, the 9992-ENC-INDIGO, part of Cobalt’s openGear line. The option to have 2110 inputs is a unique feature among encoders on the market that will simplify your IP workflows.
In addition to the Pacific 9992 encoder, they talk about the PACIFIC ULL-DEC, a 4K ultra-low latency decoder, which is perfect for REMI applications. When you pair it with an ultra-low latency option on the encoder, you can get down to about one frame of latency glass to glass, minus any network latency.
You’ll also hear about a whole new card, the CYAN 9440. It’s a 12G SDI fiber converter card that you can choose from several different input and output options for dual or single fiber or coax.
To find out more about these and all of Cobalt’s openGear cards, visit CobaltDigital.com.
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