The Blackmagic Design BMD-CONVNVIPB4/12GPWR 2110 IP Converter is a professional bi-directional gateway device designed to bridge high-density SDI-based video infrastructures with modern SMPTE ST 2110 IP production networks. This specific model is a powered (PWR) unit capable of converting four independent 12G-SDI signals into a single, uncompressed SMPTE ST 2110 IP stream for transmission over a 10 Gigabit Ethernet network, and vice-versa. It is engineered for large-scale broadcast facilities, live sports production trucks, and major event workflows that require the transition to or integration of IP-based signal routing and distribution for its scalability and flexibility.

A core function is its adherence to the SMPTE ST 2110 professional media-over-IP suite, which separates video, audio, and ancillary data into independent, synchronized streams. This allows for efficient switching, processing, and routing on an IP network. The converter supports ultra-high-definition signals, handling up to four 12G-SDI inputs that can represent four separate HD/4K sources or be combined for a single higher-bandwidth signal. Critical for IP workflows, it includes support for PTP (Precision Time Protocol) synchronization, ensuring all devices on the network are perfectly aligned in time for glitch-free switching and processing.

Housed in a 1RU rackmount chassis with an internal power supply, this converter is built for reliable 24/7 operation in broadcast-critical environments. It offers straightforward setup and management via a web-based interface or front-panel controls, allowing engineers to configure IP addresses, map SDI channels to IP streams, and monitor status. By providing a robust, high-density interface between traditional SDI and modern IP domains, this converter is an essential tool for broadcasters implementing or expanding their SMPTE ST 2110 IP infrastructure.