SMPTE 2110 in Pixotope Graphics
Pixotope Graphics now supports SMPTE 2110 through integration with Matrox ST2110 network cards (DSX LE series), enabling seamless connectivity in IP-based production environments. This advancement marks a significant shift from traditional SDI infrastructure to more flexible, scalable IP workflows.
What is SMPTE 2110?
SMPTE 2110 is a suite of standards for professional media transport over IP networks. Unlike SDI, which bundles video, audio, and ancillary data into a single signal, ST 2110 separates these elements into independent streams:
ST 2110-20: Uncompressed video
ST 2110-30/31: Digital audio
ST 2110-40: Ancillary data
Benefits of Moving to ST 2110
Simplified Infrastructure: Replace complex SDI routing with standard IP network infrastructure
Format Flexibility: Support multiple formats and resolutions simultaneously
Resource Optimisation: Independent routing of video, audio, and data streams
Scalability: Easier expansion of production capabilities
Future-Proofing: Foundation for cloud-based and remote production workflows
New Requirements vs. Traditional SDI
Precision Timing Protocol (PTP): Essential for synchronisation across devices
Network Infrastructure: High-bandwidth, low-latency network switches
IP Knowledge: Team expertise in network configuration and management
Quality of Service (QoS): Proper network configuration for reliable performance
Implementation with Pixotope
Pixotope Graphics supports ST 2110 via Matrox ST2110 network cards (DSX LE series), enabling:
Seamless integration with existing IP infrastructure
Multiple input/output streams
Low-latency performance
Hardware-accelerated processing
Getting Started
Install and configure PTP in the network
Ensure network infrastructure meets ST 2110 requirements → See our recommended technology partners below
Configure Matrox cards in Pixotope → For more information, see Configure ST2110 - Matrox
Set up monitoring solutions (recommended) → See our recommended technology partners below
For detailed setup instructions and support, contact our technical team or refer to our comprehensive documentation.
Recommended Technology Partners
Network Infrastructure: Netgear
While Pixotope's ST 2110 implementation works with any compatible network switch, we recommend Netgear's purpose-built solutions:
Netgear M4350-16V4C & M4350-40X4C
Certified ST 2110 support
Simplified PTP configuration
Built-in QoS profiles for broadcast
Intuitive management interface
Monitoring Solutions: Bridge Technologies
For comprehensive IP workflow monitoring, we recommend:
Real-time ST 2110 stream analysis
PTP stability monitoring
Advanced visualization tools
Timing and network performance metrics