IBC returned to the RAI Amsterdam this September, with more than 1,200 exhibitors showcasing the latest broadcast, media and AV technology. The DigiBox technical sales and engineering teams were there to help customers discover the latest products and innovations from the show.
Whether you're planning a new broadcast facility, expanding your IP infrastructure, exploring remote production or simply keeping up with the latest technology, there's something new from IBC for you.
AJA Video Systems
AJA continues to be one of the most trusted names in broadcast, with a portfolio covering video interfaces, converters, routers, recording, colour management and IP workflows and didn't disappoint with strong product launches at IBC.
AJA debuted FS8, a next-generation 12G-SDI/SMPTE ST 2110 Media Processor.
From navigating mismatched framerates, rasters and colour spaces, to audio routing and management, FS8 simplifies complex production tasks. Its intuitive node-based UI and stacked feature set enable the consistent delivery of audio and processed HDR and SDR pictures from SDI and IP sources.
FS8 delivers:
- UltraHD and HD modes, enabling a combo of up to four channels of 4K/UltraHD or up to eight channels of 2K/HD frame sync, processing, and IP gateway functionality – including HDR conversions
- Expansive video and audio I/O options, including 12G-SDI over coax and fiber, ST 2110-20 w/ST 2022-7 redundancy, as well as Dante, MADI, ST 2110-30, and embedded SDI audio
- Flexible HDR and SDR color transforms for dynamic range, wide color gamut conversion, and look management with each video processor able to independently select from integrated NBCU, User 3D LUT, or Dynamic LUT Modes, or licensable Colorfront and BBC HLG LUT Modes
AJA also unveiled the OG-FiDO-4 family, expanding its line of OG-FiDO openGear-compatible SDI/fibre conversion cards.
With a choice of nine different configurations, the new OG-FiDO-4 product family enables reliable, uncompressed 12G/3G-SDI transport over LC fibre.
The nine available models include the front cards, rear cards, and AJA Fibre SFP variants such as 12G-SDI, 3G-SDI, single-mode, and multi-mode. Integrated DashBoard software support simplifies and centralises installation, configuration, monitoring, and service updates on Windows and macOS.
Additional feature highlights include:
- Independent, isolated SDIBNC connectors enable different rates to be carried simultaneously
- An integrated rear I/O card unlocks high-density transport - up to 40 channels in a single openGear frame
- Support for HDR (High Dynamic Range) video and pass-through of SDI metadata
- Input Present and Input SMPTE Lock LEDs
- Automatic data rate detection and reclocking
- Compatibility with current AJA FIBERLC TX and RX SFP Modules, as well as the OG-X-FR and OG-3-FR openGear frames
- Hot-swappable design
- Power consumption maximum of 8 watts
- Five-year warranty
Kiloview
Kiloview has built an impressive reputation for reliable, cost effective IP video products covering NDI, SRT, Dante AV and media transport.
Kiloview launched two new products at the show, expanding the cradle modular media platform series with the RF01, a compact entry level 4 slot model and the RF02 LC, a 16 slot 2RU model without internal switch.
The RF Family brings encoding, decoding, media gateway, and other media processing capabilities into a modular rack-mounted architecture. All three models can be populated with a wide range of cards making the platform a versatile system to suit a range of production needs. Optional cards include FN-50/FN-60 4K conversion cards, FN-7/FN-8 HD conversion cards, FD-360 decoding cards,FMG-400 media gateway cards, and the FXC-A8800 compute card.
Among the highlights on Kiloview booth, the AVX24-4 is a high-density media hub designed to simplify the management of IP video workflows by bringing routing, monitoring and protocol conversion into a single platform. Alongside it, KiloLink Station offers a dedicated hardware platform for wireless bonding reception and centralised device management. Pre-configured with KiloLink Server Pro, it eliminates the need for a separate server while supporting synchronised multi-channel reception and a range of IP video protocols, making it suited to both remote production and live broadcast applications.
Bolin Technology - Range, R9 & KDB
Bolin has shaken up the PTZ market with the launch of the new Range indoor and outdoor cameras, bringing a fresh approach to professional PTZ workflows.
The Range camera stole the show with its impressive 3 axis image stabilisation, using gyro sensors to detect vibration and environmental movements and allowing the camera to automatically adjust its man, tilt, zoom and roll to maintain a stable image. The Range's AI tracking functinality allowing it to follow targetted subjects as they move without manual camera control was also impressive, picking out individuals in a crowded trade show and following them around the booth.
Bolin demonstrated the brand new flagship R9 PTZ camera and the latest KBD controller, alongside the wider Bolin ecosystem with support for NDI, Dante AV, SRT and other modern IP production workflows.
iodyne
iodyne's intelligent portable storage has been turning heads thanks to its combination of incredible performance, built in resilience and enterprise grade encryption. Breaking the mould in media & entertainment, defence, cybersecurity, legal, healthcare, energy and manufacturing if you're looking at portable, secure, faster media workflows with sustained performance or collaborative editing, the Pro Data and Pro Mini take edge storage to another level.
Adder
Adder continues to set the standard for high performance IP KVM, giving operators secure, low latency access to systems anywhere on the network.
Adder showcased their latest AIM software, including the AIM 6 upgrade, which introduces enhanced matrix management, improved workflows and greater flexibility for enterprise scale deployments at IBC.
The recent ARDx update, bringing multi-head capability to the ADDERLink Portal R110 Zero U dongles was also on show. Using HDMI and DisplayPort connectivity, operators can now access multiple video sources from a single workspace, making it even easier to manage complex control room and broadcast environments.
NETGEAR AV
Networking has become a critical part of every broadcast workflow, and NETGEAR AV continues to make it easier. Alongside the AV Line managed switches, this year's stand featured the Align Controller running NETGEAR Engage and the NETGEAR AV OS, software engineered from the ground up to manage how AV traffic behaves on a network. Deployments that once took hours are now plug-and-play. Management that used to require a site visit is now remote, from anywhere in the world. Contact DigiBox to find out more!
Wohler
Wohler is one of the industry's leading names in signal monitoring, and they unveiled a wave of innovations at IBC.
The new introductions expand Wohler’s monitoring capabilities across 12G-SDI, AoIP, and introduce new functionalities to monitor consumer HDMI formats, add immersive MPEG-H audio monitoring to its flagship iAM-12G-SDI platform, and introduce a new commercial model for MAVRIC, Wohler’s advanced remote monitoring, alerting and communications platform.
Budget-Friendly 12G-SDI only Monitoring: eVAM1-16-12G & eAM1-MIX-8-12G
The latest additions to Wohler’s eSeries range, eVAM1-16-12G and eAM1-MIX-8-12G extend high-quality 12G-SDI monitoring to cost-conscious installations. Each is available with a choice of LCD touchscreen or combination touchscreen with rotary encoder interface, giving operators intuitive control over channel summing, mute, and solo functions at a budget-friendly price point.
Dedicated AoIP Monitoring at an Accessible Price: iAM1-16-AoIP & iAM1-MIX-8-AoIP
Joining the renowned iSeries, the iAM1-16-AoIP and iAM1-MIX-8-AoIP provide dedicated monitoring for AoIP and MADI environments, supporting 64 channels of Dante™ or RAVENNA™ as well as SMPTE ST 2110-30. Available with an LCD touchscreen or rotary encoder interface, these fully licensed monitors are designed to deliver out-of-the-box professional IP monitoring for cost-sensitive applications.
iVAM2-CMD: Bridging Facility and Consumer Playback Monitoring
The brand-new iVAM2-CMD complements 12G-SDI monitoring and AoIP options with support for HDMI inputs, including consumer media devices such as set-top boxes and popular streaming media players. This gives operators a unique window into modern facility-to-consumer delivery workflows, allowing them to monitor video and audio (including Dolby D, DD+, E, and ATMOS) the same way a viewer at home would receive it.
FOR-A
The FOR-A MIXBoard is designed to simplify live production, combining powerful production capabilities with an intuitive touchscreen interface that's easy to learn and quick to operate.
Whether you're producing live events, corporate productions or broadcast content, MIXBoard offers a fresh approach to software based live production. Let us know if you'd like to see it in action and we'll arrange a demonstration with the FOR-A team.
RGBlink
RGBlink continues to expand its range of production switchers, PTZ cameras, presentation systems and streaming products.
Whether you're building a corporate studio, lecture theatre or live production workflow, there will be plenty to see, with compact and capable solutions that deliver impressive value perfect for podcasters, content creators and branded content.
At IBC RGBlink featured:
Product Debut: The brand-new mini-extreme 4K live switcher and presentation switcher made its official premiere.
Core Technology: Demonstrated advanced AV over IP, 4K UHD video processing, and sustainable streaming workflows.
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