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The Pro AV World in 2026: What has Changed Since Last Year?

The biggest change in the last six months is that modern networked AV is no longer just about moving signals over IP. It is, noticeably, much more about running AV as an IT-governed service. In the 2025 AV Technology article, thought leaders emphasized open standards such as IPMX and SMPTE ST 2110, cloud-native management, predictive maintenance, and the need to avoid vendor lock-in. In 2026, that has become more concrete. AIMS used ISE 2026 to formally launch IPMX as a certifiable standard, a meaningful step for buyers who want interoperable, standards-led deployments rather than proprietary ecosystems alone.

IP Showcase’ Returns To 2026 NAB Show

The Alliance for IP Media Solutions (AIMS), Advanced Media Workflow Association (AMWA) and the Video Services Forum (VSF) say that the event, running April 18-22 in the West Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center, will focus on how open IP standards bridge real-time production with cloud-native and distributed workflows — with the recently finalized and certified IPMX standard taking center stage.

AIMS will feature demonstrations of certified IPMX products in Booth W1355, while also presenting hands-on training sessions in Room W317.

Case Study: Inside NC State’s Fast-Track Migration to SMPTE ST 2110

Choosing SMPTE ST 2110 positions us for the future. IP-based systems offer higher capacity, flexibility, and scalability than baseband. Lifecycle upgrades will introduce IP-native cameras, switchers, and replay systems, reducing reliance on baseband without disruptive overhauls.

SMPTE ST 2110 IP Media Roadshow

The SMPTE ST 2110 IP Media Roadshow is a hands-on, full-day training program for media professionals navigating the shift from SDI to IP-based production, focused on how IP systems actually perform in real broadcast, live production, and hybrid SDI-IP environments.

Participants leave with the practical knowledge to implement, troubleshoot, and scale IP systems with confidence — and a shared technical vocabulary that strengthens collaboration across engineering, IT, and operations teams.

Orlando Magic Jump Into ST 2110 With New Production-Control Room at Kia Center

Tipping off the second half of the 2025-26 home schedule against the Houston Rockets at Kia Center tomorrow at 7:30 p.m. ET, the Orlando Magic also deployed a renovated control room that was completed in time for the start of this season. The franchise’s in-venue production team worked closely with Alpha to transform the 15-year-old, baseband-powered space into a full SMPTE ST 2110 IP-based space with the latest bells and whistles.

48 PRODUCTS RECEIVE IPMX CERTIFICATION AT ISE 2026

At ISE 2026, the Alliance for IP Media Solutions (AIMS) officially revealed the first 48 products that have been certified to the Internet Protocol Media Experience (IPMX) standard.

Following rigorous testing, solutions from Bridge Technologies, Matrox, Adeas / Nextera, Panasonic, Cobalt, intoPIX, plexusAV, Megapixel, Novastar, and Evertz were among those successfully certified. These products will now carry the IPMX branding, signalling verified compliance with published transport, control, and interoperability requirements.

IPMX, Certified. What Does This Mean? We Explain, in Detail.

With certification now in place, IPMX enters a new phase. What was once an emerging effort is now defined, testable, and verifiable. For manufacturers, integrators, and end users alike, IPMX certification provides a clear basis for design decisions, procurement, and deployment.

Inside Walmart’s IP-based broadcast transformation using Grass Valley’s production systems

Walmart’s Sam Walton Hall Event Center combines live events and broadcast operations within a SMPTE ST 2110 IP environment. Standardising on Grass Valley production systems, the facility enables consistent, multilingual communications across a global workforce of more than two million associates.

ITN continues its IP transformation

Like many other broadcast organisations, ITN has been on a journey away from SDI-based workflows towards IP for some time now. In fact, many studios and PCRs (production control rooms) at its site on Gray’s Inn Road, London, have already been upgraded to meet the ST 2110 standards. Now the upgrade initiative has reached PCR6, which is used on a daily basis by Channel 4 News.

AIMS to Officially Launch IPMX as a Fully Developed Standard at ISE 2026

In what it terms as a “major milestone for Pro AV-over-IP at ISE 2026,” AIMS announced the official launch of Internet Protocol Media Experience (IPMX) as a fully developed, certifiable standard. Taking place Feb. 3–6 at the Fira de Barcelona in Barcelona, Spain, ISE 2026 will be the first major industry event to showcase formally certified IPMX products.

The Pro AV World in 2026: What has Changed Since Last Year?

The biggest change in the last six months is that modern networked AV is no longer just about moving signals over IP. It is, noticeably, much more about running AV as an IT-governed service. In the 2025 AV Technology article, thought leaders emphasized open standards such as IPMX and SMPTE ST 2110, cloud-native management, predictive maintenance, and the need to avoid vendor lock-in. In 2026, that has become more concrete. AIMS used ISE 2026 to formally launch IPMX as a certifiable standard, a meaningful step for buyers who want interoperable, standards-led deployments rather than proprietary ecosystems alone.
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Join us at Infocomm 2026

Join us at Infocomm 2026! 17-19 February 2026 Las Vegas, NV AIMS stand C7487 New IPMX Certification The Nextera-Adeas HDMI IPMX TX/RX IP Reference Design is now IPMX Certified! ✅ After passing a series of rigorous tests at the inaugural certification and testing...

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IP Showcase’ Returns To 2026 NAB Show

The Alliance for IP Media Solutions (AIMS), Advanced Media Workflow Association (AMWA) and the Video Services Forum (VSF) say that the event, running April 18-22 in the West Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center, will focus on how open IP standards bridge real-time production with cloud-native and distributed workflows — with the recently finalized and certified IPMX standard taking center stage. AIMS will feature demonstrations of certified IPMX products in Booth W1355, while also presenting hands-on training sessions in Room W317.
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SMPTE ST 2110 IP Media Roadshow

The SMPTE ST 2110 IP Media Roadshow is a hands-on, full-day training program for media professionals navigating the shift from SDI to IP-based production, focused on how IP systems actually perform in real broadcast, live production, and hybrid SDI-IP environments. Participants leave with the practical knowledge to implement, troubleshoot, and scale IP systems with confidence — and a shared technical vocabulary that strengthens collaboration across engineering, IT, and operations teams.
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Orlando Magic Jump Into ST 2110 With New Production-Control Room at Kia Center

Tipping off the second half of the 2025-26 home schedule against the Houston Rockets at Kia Center tomorrow at 7:30 p.m. ET, the Orlando Magic also deployed a renovated control room that was completed in time for the start of this season. The franchise’s in-venue production team worked closely with Alpha to transform the 15-year-old, baseband-powered space into a full SMPTE ST 2110 IP-based space with the latest bells and whistles.
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48 PRODUCTS RECEIVE IPMX CERTIFICATION AT ISE 2026

At ISE 2026, the Alliance for IP Media Solutions (AIMS) officially revealed the first 48 products that have been certified to the Internet Protocol Media Experience (IPMX) standard. Following rigorous testing, solutions from Bridge Technologies, Matrox, Adeas / Nextera, Panasonic, Cobalt, intoPIX, plexusAV, Megapixel, Novastar, and Evertz were among those successfully certified. These products will now carry the IPMX branding, signalling verified compliance with published transport, control, and interoperability requirements.
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ITN continues its IP transformation

Like many other broadcast organisations, ITN has been on a journey away from SDI-based workflows towards IP for some time now. In fact, many studios and PCRs (production control rooms) at its site on Gray’s Inn Road, London, have already been upgraded to meet the ST 2110 standards. Now the upgrade initiative has reached PCR6, which is used on a daily basis by Channel 4 News.
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CFP National Championship 2026: Game Creek Video Fields Premiere IP Compound for ESPN Game, Studio Coverage

he most striking evolution continues to be how IP infrastructure is reshaping large-scale remote production: “ST 2110 has been a game-changer for large compounds. Now it is primarily a question of bandwidth between units. We had signals flowing between trucks within hours of power-up, which was unheard of just a few years ago. IP also removes the bottleneck of a single engineer routing all sources: each engineer can select the sources they need and build their own show independently. This is undoubtedly the future of all large-scale compounds.”
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Live IP Broadcast Equipment Market 2031: Trends, Growth Opportunities, and Overview

The shift to IP-based systems marks a game-changer in the live IP broadcast equipment landscape, where traditional SDI setups give way to agile networks that cut costs and boost collaboration. NetCast's IPFlow Pro emphasizes interoperability with standards like SMPTE ST 2110, making it ideal for production centers, stadiums, and mobile vans seeking reliable live IP broadcast equipment. Engineers and content creators praise its plug-and-play design, which simplifies integration while handling the rigors of live sports, esports, and news.
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AIMS, VSF, AMWA, EBU To Hold Inaugural IPMX Testing, Certification Event

The event, Jan. 19-23, 2026, at the EBU headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland, will give manufacturers the chance to complete formal certification of products built to the IPMX set of specifications for professional media over IP. Certified products will qualify to carry IPMX branding, indicating they are compliant with a verified set of transport and interoperability requirements, AIMS said.
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ISE 2026 Newsletter

Join us at ISE 2026! Fira Barcelona, Gran Via, 3-6 February 2026 AMD booth 4Q700 New IPMX Certification The Nextera-Adeas HDMI IPMX TX/RX IP Reference Design is now IPMX Certified! ✅ After passing a series of rigorous tests at the inaugural certification and...

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Live Production Over IP: Accelerating Storytelling in the Age of Virtual Precision

This shift is more than just replacing cables or streamlining workflow, it’s about reimagining the mechanics of live storytelling, and IP standards like SMPTE ST 2110 have emerged as the workhorse of this transformation. ST 2110 provides the flexibility, and scalability, necessary to support increasingly complex productions, enabling teams to transport more content, collaborate more effectively, and do it for less money.
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