Utah Scientific showcases innovative SDI-IP hybrid router configuration for UTAH-400, combining traditional SDI routing with IP connectivity.
Locking Down that SDI-IP Transition: Utah Scientific's UTAH-400 Series 2 Gateway Router Configuration
Here's the skinny: Salt Lake City's very own Utah Scientific has unveiled a fresh gateway router configuration - the UTAH-400 Series 2. It's designed to tackle the challenges of establishing an IP core workflow, particularly for those facilities eyeing a hybrid SDI-IP setup as they transition to SMPTE ST 2110.
So, what's the big deal? This configuration boasts a UTAH-400 gateway device and a Serial Digital Interface (SDI) backup all neatly packed in a single chassis. It's offered in a range of frame sizes, from measly 72 x 72 to something more substantial like 1056 x 1056. And for those always looking for a guarantee, they're doling out a 10-year hardware warranty with this bad boy.
Wanna go deeper? One of the configurations, for instance, comes equipped with six Utah Scientific PassThrough cards and six standard I/O cards in a 72-frame configuration. This setup lets you convert up to 72 SDI-to-2110 signals or toggle 72 2110-to-SDI signals, preventing the need for numerous separate devices.
Smooth Sailing with IP Routing: Don't worry about the jump from 2110 to SDI (or vice versa), it operates like a router, making 2110 routing as effortless as SDI. It can function as a core router in a SMPTE ST 2110/SDI hybrid solution or as a gateway and edge device in an ST 2110 core. In an ST 2110 core, it acts as a bridge between SDI and 2110, providing a traditional SDI router as backup in case of emergencies.
Laying the Groundwork: The genius of this setup is that it sustains the system's functionality even when there's a hiccup in the 2110 core, such as the control system going kaput. It can play nicely with other vendors' SDI-to-2110 gateways or can stand alone.
Brett Benson, CEO of Utah Scientific, bluntly summed it up: "We've seen and been engaged with numerous 2110/SDI hybrid workflows. Each demands gateway devices and backup, ideally with control independent of the IP fabric. Why not consolidate both in one product with a 10-year hardware warranty?"
He continued: "Whether you're sticking with SDI workflows or diving headfirst into 'all IP,' the gateway router has got your back. It'll provide conversion and peace of mind. Wherever you're in the transition to 2110, the gateway router fits. Plus, it'll still be covered under warranty when it's time for an upgrade."
Wanna get handsy with more info? Head on over to Utah Scientific's website to learn more about this genius gateway router configuration!
- The UTAH-400 Series 2 gateway router, unveiled by Utah Scientific, offers HD video content transmission through its IP routing capabilities.
- The configuration supports Ultra High Definition (UHD) content, making it an ideal choice for Over-The-Top (OTT) content providers seeking to transition their SDI workflows to SMPTE ST 2110.
- The gateway router's design allows for ease of data-and-cloud-computing integration, ensuring seamless digital operations.
- During the NAB Show, Brett Benson, CEO of Utah Scientific, emphasized the gateway router's versatility, stating that it caters to both traditional SDI workflows and the emerging 'all IP' environment.
- The gateway router's advanced technology supports both SDI and 2110 signals, providing a backup solution that ensures smooth transitions and minimal downtime during the SDI-IP transition process.
