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AV Over IP Solutions

Audio-visual over Internet Protocol (AV over IP) solutions enable the transmission of audio and video signals over standard IP networks such as WAN, LAN, or the internet. These solutions help replace traditional point-to-point wiring systems with more flexible, scalable, and cost-effective options. VERSITRON's AV over IP solutions allow for the seamless distribution of high-definition video and audio content across networks, simplifying installation, reducing cable clutter, and enabling remote management. VERSITRON's technology ensures high-quality, low-latency performance, making it an ideal solution for modern audio-visual setups in corporate environments, large venues, and control rooms.

POE Switches   
Model  Description
SG71060MPB 10-Port Managed PoE Switch | 8-RJ45 Ethernet Ports, 2-SFP Ports
SG72060MP 20-Port Managed PoE+ Switch | 16-RJ45 Ethernet Ports, 4-SFP Fiber Ports
SGX72870MPA 28-Port Managed PoE+ Switch | 24-RJ45 Ethernet Ports, 4-SFP Fiber Ports

 

Non POE Switches   
Model  Description
SG70660M 6-Port Managed Switch | 5-RJ45 Ethernet Ports, 1-SFP Fiber Port
SG72860M 28-Port Managed Switch | 24-RJ45 Ethernet Ports, 4-SFP Ports
SGX72870MA 28-Port Managed Switch | 24-RJ45 Ethernet Ports, 4-SFP Fiber Ports


Media Converter
Model  Description
M7260A 10/100/1000Base-T to 1000Base-SX/LX "Triple Duty" Gigabit Media Converter with SFP GBIC Technology


How Does AV Over IP Work?

AV over IP technology leverages IP networks, such as Ethernet, to transmit high-quality audio and video signals. Unlike traditional AV distribution systems, which rely on specialized hardware and coaxial or HDMI cables for transmission, AV over IP involves encoding, compressing, and transmitting audio-visual signals as data packets, followed by decoding.

  • Encoding: Analog audio and video signals from sources like cameras, computers, and media players are encoded into digital signals using compression techniques to reduce bandwidth requirements.
  • Transmission: The encoded data is transmitted over IP to the receiving device, such as a projector, display, or speaker, either through wireless networks or wired Ethernet connectors.
  • Decoding: Once the data reaches its destination, the receiver unit converts it back to its original AV format and transfers the signal to the connected audio or display device.

Benefits of AV over IP Solutions

Our AV over IP solutions are transforming the way audio-visual content is distributed across industries. Here are some key benefits of choosing AV over IP solutions over traditional solutions:

  • Scalability: Our solutions enable users to expand or adjust their audio and video distribution networks without the need for costly rewiring or additional hardware. As data transmission needs grow, simply add more endpoints to the standard IP infrastructure. This scalability minimizes the financial burden associated with system expansion.
  • Flexibility and Versatility: Traditional AV systems rely on dedicated cables, while AV over IP leverages existing network infrastructure, ensuring flexible routing of audio-visual signals. This flexibility simplifies signal management from a central point and enables content distribution to multiple locations, regardless of distance.
  • High-Quality Signal Transmission: Our AV over IP technology solutions support low-latency compression, delivering high-quality video and audio signals. They utilize compression techniques like H.264 or H.265 to reduce bandwidth requirements while ensuring optimal performance in large-scale installations.
  • Cost Efficiency: Our solutions utilize AV Ethernet switches and Ethernet cables, eliminating the need for specialized cabling or distribution equipment. Businesses can repurpose their network infrastructure, saving on installation and maintenance costs.
  • Geographic Flexibility: AV over IP enables content distribution across vast distances, benefiting organizations with global operations or remote offices. It facilitates easy content sharing across locations.
  • Future-Proofing: As IP-based technology evolves, AV over IP systems are adaptable to future upgrades and improvements. Users can implement software enhancements and firmware upgrades without investing in new hardware.

Applications of AV over IP Products

Here are some applications of AV over IP products:

  • Corporate Environments: AV over IP enables seamless communication between remote teams through high-quality video conferencing. Companies can connect multiple locations, stream HD video, and collaborate in real-time without expensive hardware or cabling. AV over IP simplifies the integration of various media sources, such as video feeds, presentations, and audio, in corporate training rooms or collaboration spaces.
  • Education: AV over IP technology enhances teaching and learning experiences in smart classrooms and lecture halls. It supports interactive whiteboards, video projectors, and audio systems, simplifying the distribution of video and audio signals to multiple screens. Teachers can display multimedia content, such as videos, slides, and live feeds, to engage students and facilitate collaborative learning.
  • Healthcare: In healthcare, AV over IP is used in areas like telemedicine, patient care areas, and operating rooms. For instance, it allows high-definition video feeds from cameras in the operating room to be distributed to multiple locations, including medical offices, remote consultation rooms, and more. This helps specialists, surgeons, and trainees view surgeries in real-time for training, consultation, and observation.
  • Retail and Hospitality: In retail environments, video walls and interactive displays powered by AV over IP enhance customer experience and engagement. Touchscreens and kiosks can provide product information, promotions, or virtual try-ons, offering customers a more engaging and personalized shopping experience.
  • Event Production: AV over IP solutions enable event organizers to distribute live video streams to audiences across locations, such as remote viewing points, online platforms, and event venues.

AV Over IP Products You Need for an Effective Setup

Various specialized products are used to build efficient and scalable AV over IP systems. These products work together to distribute high-quality video, audio, and data across a network:

  • Encoders and Decoders: These core components convert analog audio-visual signals into IP packets for transmission over the network and decode them back to their original format at the receiving end.
  • AV over IP Switches: These switches are optimized to handle large amounts of data required for high-definition video, uncompressed audio, and real-time communications. AV Ethernet switches manage and route AV signals between different devices over the network.
  • Media Converters: These devices enable seamless signal transmission between different types of networks. They convert audio, video, and data signals from one format (e.g., HDMI or SDI) to another (e.g., IP or fiber optic), ensuring compatibility across devices and infrastructures.
  • Control Systems: These devices allow you to manage and monitor all devices in your AV over IP network from a centralized platform. These systems often include software and user interfaces, making it easy to switch inputs, adjust volumes, and control various AV parameters.
  • AV over IP Software Solutions: These solutions handle signal management, content scheduling, and monitoring of all AV devices connected over the network.
  • Ethernet and Fiber Optic Cables: Cat5e/Cat6 Ethernet cables connect AV devices to the network and are commonly used in AV over IP setups for standard bandwidth requirements. For high-bandwidth applications like 4K and beyond, fiber optic cables are often used to transmit AV signals over longer distances with minimal signal degradation.

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