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AV Evolved – Next-generation partnerships for next-generation AV
The convergence of broadcast and Pro AV technologies has accelerated in recent years, driven by rapid advancements in AV over IP standards and LED processing.
A standout example of this trend is the collaboration between PIXELHUE and NETGEAR AV, demonstrated at ISE 2025 and InfoComm 2025. This partnership highlights how innovation in protocols such as SMPTE ST 2110 and IPMX, combined with cutting-edge LED display technologies, is transforming the landscape of live production, events, and enterprise AV. The advantages extend beyond fixed installations to include compelling benefits for live production, rental, and staging applications.
ST 2110's role in Pro AV evolution
SMPTE ST 2110 has become the backbone of modern broadcast workflows, enabling the transport of uncompressed video, audio, and metadata over IP networks with precise synchronization. This rapid adoption has paved the way for seamless integration between diverse AV systems.
Building upon ST 2110, IPMX (Internet Protocol Media Experience) offers an open standard tailored for the Pro AV market, facilitating interoperability and flexibility across various devices and platforms. IPMX can operate on PTP or non-PTP networks, or on a hybrid version of both architectures.
NETGEAR AV has been at the forefront of supporting these standards, with the latest M4350 series switches designed to handle the rigorous demands of ST 2110 and IPMX workflows. These switches provide the necessary bandwidth and timing precision required for high-quality AV over IP deployments.
A foundation of collaborations
PIXELHUE and NETGEAR have a long-standing collaborative history through projects across Europe and Asia, including deployments at the Olympic Games and major enterprise installations. These real-world successes demonstrate the value of streamlined integration between AV processing and high-performance network infrastructure.
Earlier collaborative efforts centered around PIXELHUE’s Q8 presentation switcher, a modular platform that bridged broadcast-grade capability and Pro AV flexibility, with ST 2110 input modules and multi-channel video distribution over IP networks. While Q8 served as a milestone in integrating video and network systems, the focus of current collaboration has evolved with the introduction of PIXELHUE PRO AV.
Dedicated to AV over IP innovation
PIXELHUE PRO AV is a specialized sub-brand of PIXELHUE, focused on redefining professional AV systems through intelligent algorithms, high-performance AV over IP architecture, and strong network adaptability. Though under the PIXELHUE umbrella, PIXELHUE PRO AV operates as an independent brand, with a mission to provide scalable, responsive, and scenario-driven AV solutions for integrators and enterprise applications.
At the core of the recent collaboration with NETGEAR is the PD Series, an advanced dual-stream AV over IP processor built on a high-performance FPGA architecture. Integrating PIXELHUE’s proprietary InstSight™ algorithm and H.26x codec, the PD Series supports real-time encoding and decoding with ultra-low latency (as low as 2ms), visually lossless 4K60 4:4:4 quality and exceptional adaptability across complex IP infrastructures.
NETGEAR’s Pro AV Line switches, including plug-and-play integration, proved to be an ideal match during extensive compatibility testing. Together, the PD Series and NETGEAR switches deliver scalable, reliable, and easy-to-deploy AV over IP systems for professional environments.
Scalable results through strategic collaboration
The partnership between PIXELHUE PRO AV and NETGEAR AV represents a strategic alignment that combines advanced video processing with robust AV-optimized network infrastructure. Their joint solution has been showcased across events like ISE and InfoComm 2025, demonstrating the power of plug-and-play compatibility, real-time processing, and AV network design.
Through this collaboration, PIXELHUE PRO AV has delivered its mission of smart, flexible AV solutions, while NETGEAR’s infrastructure ensures reliable transport, synchronization, and deployment simplicity, setting a benchmark for the next generation of AV over IP systems.
Why this partnership matters
As the AV industry continues to embrace IP-based solutions, collaborations like that of PIXELHUE & PIXEHUE PRO AV and NETGEAR AV will play a crucial role in driving innovation and setting new benchmarks for performance and interoperability. By merging broadcast, Pro AV, and IT technologies while focusing on user-centric design, we are not only addressing current market needs but also paving the way for future advancements in AV.
For professionals seeking to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving AV landscape, understanding and adopting these emerging technologies and partnerships will be key to delivering exceptional experiences in both broadcast and Pro AV environments. NETGEAR provides free training for AV professionals looking to stay ahead at the NETGEAR ACADEMY.
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