The Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers committee at work on a new standard for professional video over IP is nearing the stage where its work can be put to the test. Many are hopeful the SMPTE 2110 standard will deliver what’s needed for the industry to coalesce around an IP protocol that broadcasters and others in the industry can support.  

When it comes to use of IP in the production, transport and distribution of television by broadcasters and other in the media and entertainment industry, it appears that all roads lead to the SMPTE 2110 standard.

At least that’s the hope of vendors, consultants and other members of the industry intelligentsia who believe the lack of a commonly accepted IP media protocol is contributing to the fence-sitting of broadcasters and others who are waiting for consensus on a standard before moving forward with IP….[continue reading]