Q&A Session with Leadership: Pioneering Solutions for Systems Combination
In the rapidly evolving world of Professional Audio-Visual (Pro AV) and broadcasting, Cobalt Digital is leading the charge towards convergence. The company has announced plans to expand its product line and incorporate IP Media Exchange (IPMX) support, aiming to provide greater access to SMPTE ST 2110 and foster a unified environment for video, audio, and ancillary data transport.
Cobalt Digital's openGear solutions have found their way into various sectors, including broadcast and cable networks, government agencies, houses of worship, corporate settings, production environments, mobile operations, ENG operations, TV stations, and even on cruise ships. The company's commitment to versatility and adaptability is evident in its wide-ranging customer base.
The adoption of IP-based solutions has been slow, but the increasing sophistication of Pro AV applications and shifting consumer content consumption preferences are blurring the lines between Pro AV and broadcast. Cobalt Digital has responded to this trend by showcasing a collection of IPMX-compliant solutions at InfoComm, including new mini converters, openGear cards and frames, and standalone solutions.
One of the standout products is Cobalt's UltraBlue IP-MV, a software-based multiviewer for compressed and baseband streams over IP. This flexible solution offers a variety of options to suit every application, ensuring agility as new formats and protocols emerge.
Suzana Brady, VP of worldwide sales and business development at Cobalt Digital, underscores the importance of agility in creating an effective multiviewer. She also serves as the chairperson of the RIST (Reliable Internet Stream Transport) Forum, one of the first members of which she became in 2016. At Cobalt Digital, Suzana Brady oversees all sales activities and works closely with the executive team to define areas of growth.
The ARIA audio monitor, another innovation from Cobalt Digital, simplifies control in the truck world with Power over Ethernet++ (PoE++) for simplified connection and the conversion of ST 2110 signals to SDI, eliminating the need for a gateway.
As the Pro AV industry continues to embrace a future with IP-based, software-defined, and interoperable systems, Cobalt Digital's commitment to innovation and adaptability positions it as a key player in the convergence of these industries. The company's new offerings, such as the ARIA audio monitor family, mini converters, and enhanced SAPPHIRE mini converters and PACIFIC encoders, demonstrate its commitment to meeting the evolving needs of its customers.
The COBALT WAVE family of routers and control panels is also growing, with new configurations on the horizon. As the Pro AV industry anticipates more adoption of open standards like ST 2110 and IPMX, Cobalt Digital is poised to lead the way in providing solutions that offer the agility and ease of use required in Pro AV systems while maintaining broadcast-grade quality.
References: [1] AIMS, "IPMX: The Open Interoperability Framework for AV-over-IP," [Online]. Available: https://aimsalliance.org/ipmx/ [2] AV Network, "The Convergence of Pro AV and Broadcast," [Online]. Available: https://www.avnetwork.com/news/convergence-pro-av-and-broadcast/5267106 [3] AV Magazine, "GPMI: The Future of AV Connectivity," [Online]. Available: https://www.av-magazine.com/news/gpmi-future-av-connectivity [4] AV Technology, "Remote and Cloud Production: The Future of Pro AV and Broadcast," [Online]. Available: https://www.avtechnologymag.com/features/remote-and-cloud-production-future-pro-av-and-broadcast/160210
- Cobalt Digital's new product line expansion will include IP Media Exchange (IPMX) support, aiming to provide features for SMPTE ST 2110 and foster a unified environment for products in the Professional Audio-Visual (Pro AV) and broadcasting industries.
- Suzana Brady, VP of worldwide sales and business development at Cobalt Digital, leads the company's sales activities and works closely with the executive team to define areas of growth in the Pro AV and investing sectors.
- The COBALT WAVE family of routers and control panels from Cobalt Digital are growing, with new configurations on the horizon, showing a commitment to data-and-cloud-computing technology and the adoptions of open standards like ST 2110 and IPMX.
- Event exhibits, such as InfoComm, provide a platform for Cobalt Digital to showcase its innovative products, like the ARIA audio monitor and various mini converters, reinforcing its role as a major player in the convergence of Pro AV and finance industries.
