Implementing a Hybrid IP/SDI Production Infrastructure

摘要

We are at the beginning of a long-term transition to IT-based infrastructure and those involved in the production and facility side of video have little experience with the new technology, but conversely are extremely experienced using SDI and all the issues associated with its use. This, coupled with a huge investment in existing technology, makes it likely that a hybrid SDI/IP infrastructure will be in place for some years. As such, production facilities will require equipment that can operate seamlessly and reliably in a hybrid environment. And because a broadcast live production network is entirely reliant on a stable reference and any timing and synchronization devices "must work."