AV Solution with IP for Scalable Video and Audio Distribution
Traditional point-to-point HDMI distribution systems hit physical limits quickly — fixed input and output counts, dedicated cabling per run, and costly hardware replacements every time the installation grows. An AV solution with IP replaces this rigid architecture with a network-based distribution backbone where any source reaches any display over standard Ethernet infrastructure.
This AV solution with IP is ideal for corporate, control rooms, and large venues, providing scalable, cost-effective video and audio distribution with centralised control. The range covers 1Gbps and 10Gbps encoder and decoder systems, SDVoE transceivers, KVM over IP units, and software-defined video platforms for installations from a handful of endpoints to several thousand.
At Dutco Tennant LLC, we source AV over IP solutions from globally proven manufacturers, supplying system integrators, consultants, contractors, and project developers across the UAE and GCC.
Scalable Distribution And Standard Network Infrastructure
- AV matrix routing systems built on standard Gigabit or 10G Ethernet switches replace proprietary matrix hardware, cutting infrastructure cost while delivering unlimited routing flexibility
- Power over Ethernet on all endpoint devices removes local power supplies at each display location, reducing hardware count and installation time per endpoint
- Centralised software auto-discovers all encoders, decoders, and controllers on the network, mapping the full AV infrastructure from a single browser-based dashboard
- AES-128 encryption across all IP streams secures video and audio content in transit across shared network infrastructure in corporate and government environments
- Frame buffer technology maintains synchronised display output during source switches, removing black frames or stutter across all connected displays simultaneously
Core Technical Capabilities
- Video Resolution: 4K at 60Hz 4:4:4 with HDR10, Dolby Vision, and HLG pass-through across both 1Gbps compressed and 10Gbps uncompressed SDVoE transmission paths
- Latency: Sub-1ms on SDVoE 10G systems; under 40ms on 1Gbps JPEG2000 and H.264 compressed systems for live switching and interactive KVM applications
- Audio Support: LPCM 7.1, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, and DTS-HD Master Audio within the same IP stream, with AES67 support for Dante and IP audio network integration
- Control Pass-Through: Bi-directional IR, RS-232, USB KVM, CEC, and 1Gbps Ethernet pass-through transmitted alongside audio and video over a single network cable
- Endpoint Scalability: Up to 254 codecs on 1Gbps systems; 10Gbps SDVoE networks scale to thousands of endpoints without architectural changes to core infrastructure
Types
1Gbps AV over IP Encoder and Decoder
A 1Gbps encoder and decoder system transmits compressed 4K video over standard Gigabit Ethernet, covering large-scale digital signage and corporate AV deployments cost-effectively.
- One encoder distributes a 4K HDMI signal to up to 50 decoders simultaneously via network multicast without additional hardware per destination
- Per-decoder 4K to 1080p or 720p downscaling delivers content at each display's native resolution without external converter hardware at any endpoint
- Compatible with managed and unmanaged Gigabit switches, keeping network infrastructure requirements accessible across standard commercial and campus installations
10Gbps SDVoE Encoder and Decoder
A 10Gbps SDVoE system delivers uncompressed 4K at 60Hz 4:4:4 with zero-frame latency over standard 10G Ethernet, meeting signal integrity requirements for broadcast, surgical, and mission-critical environments.
- Uncompressed transmission eliminates codec artefacts entirely, maintaining pixel-perfect image quality at the decoder output regardless of content type or frame rate
- Video wall processing, multiview, and matrix switching functions are handled natively within the SDVoE chipset without a separate external processor
- CAT6A copper extends full 4K to 100 metres; OM3 fibre extends to 300 metres without signal repeaters
SDVoE Transceiver
An SDVoE transceiver operates as encoder, decoder, or simultaneous bidirectional endpoint, providing maximum deployment flexibility across mixed source and display roles.
- Field-reconfigurable role assignment via software changes any transceiver from encoder to decoder without physical hardware replacement, accommodating room layout changes post-installation
- Bi-directional capability supports KVM over IP, routing keyboards, mice, and USB peripherals across the network alongside the AV signal without a separate KVM switcher
- A single transceiver unit handles both signal contribution and display output, reducing hardware SKU count for integrators managing large multi-room installations
HDMI Matrix Switchers over IP
HDMI matrix switchers built on an AV over IP backbone replace fixed-port chassis hardware with a software-defined routing architecture that scales by adding encoder and decoder nodes.
- Any-to-any source routing, video wall configurations up to 16x16 (256 displays), and multiview layouts are managed through a drag-and-drop software interface without physical rewiring
- Open API and TCP/IP control interfaces integrate the IP matrix directly with Crestron, Extron, AMX, and all major third-party room control and building automation platforms
- Routing presets are recalled in a single command, enabling instant reconfiguration between operational modes, events, or scheduled content programmes
KVM over IP System
A KVM over IP system extends keyboard, video, mouse, and USB peripheral control across the network, allowing operators to manage remote computers from any decoder-connected workstation.
- USB 2.0 routing follows AV source and display selection automatically, connecting up to four keyboard or mouse devices simultaneously to a single host encoder without manual reassignment
- Full 4K video output at the remote workstation maintains display quality regardless of the physical distance between the operator and the source computer
- Supports remote access to rack-mounted media players, digital signage servers, and broadcast playout systems without physical presence at the hardware location
Standout Features & Benefits
Unlimited Endpoint Scalability
- Adding a display endpoint requires only a decoder unit and a network port, with no changes to core switch infrastructure or existing encoder and decoder configurations
- Network multicast feeds a single content source to unlimited displays across multiple floors or buildings, making enterprise-wide digital signage cost-proportional to endpoint count
- Software-defined routing removes the fixed input and output count limitations of traditional 4K video matrix switch hardware, eliminating chassis replacement as the installation grows
Zero-Compromise Signal Quality
- SDVoE 10G uncompressed transmission delivers bit-identical 4K 4:4:4 output at every decoder with no colour subsampling, compression artefacts, or dynamic range compromise
- Full Buffer System technology manages TMDS re-clocking, HDCP authentication, and EDID handshake at every endpoint, preventing signal negotiation failures across mixed-manufacturer display environments
- Independent per-output audio routing de-embeds and distributes up to three separate audio streams from a single encoder without additional audio matrix hardware in the signal chain
Straightforward Installation and Management
- Auto-discovery during commissioning identifies and registers all encoders, decoders, and controllers without manual IP address entry or device-by-device configuration
- A single structured CAT6A or fibre cable per endpoint carries video, audio, control, Ethernet, and power simultaneously, replacing multiple individual cable runs per display location
- Cloud-accessible management portals handle remote firmware updates, routing changes, and fault diagnostics across all sites without a technician visiting any equipment location
Complete Third-Party Control Integration
- The professional AV matrix switch REST API and TCP/IP command structure integrate directly with Crestron, Extron, AMX, Control4, and all major room control and building management platforms
- SNMP monitoring allows the AV over IP infrastructure to be observed within enterprise IT network management platforms alongside switches, servers, and other networked devices
- Scheduled routing presets triggered by calendar events, occupancy sensors, or room booking commands automate daily content and display changes without operator intervention
Application Area
Corporate Offices and Campus Environments
- The AV matrix routing systems feed meeting rooms, lobby displays, digital signage, and boardroom video walls from a shared network infrastructure without dedicated cabling per zone
- Any laptop, conferencing codec, or media player connected to an encoder at any network point becomes instantly available as a source to any display across the building or campus
- IT teams manage the full AV distribution network remotely from one dashboard, applying routing changes, firmware updates, and fault responses without visiting individual rooms
Control Rooms and Command Centres
- SDVoE uncompressed 10G systems feed security feeds, GIS maps, and data dashboards to large video wall arrays with zero-frame latency, meeting real-time display requirements of operations centres
- Redundant network paths and failover switching maintain continuous wall output if any single encoder, decoder, or network switch fails during an active operational cycle
- KVM over IP allows operators to access and manage remote servers and media players directly from their workstation without separate KVM infrastructure at the rack
Hospitality and Large Venues
- Hotels, convention centres, stadiums, and airports distribute live broadcast, in-house content, and event feeds to screens throughout the property from one central source room
- Per-decoder downscaling ensures all display generations across the property receive correctly scaled content, allowing 4K and legacy 1080p panels to coexist on the same network
- Multicast distribution feeds hundreds of screens in lobbies, corridors, and function rooms simultaneously from a single encoder without additional bandwidth per added display
Education and Healthcare
- Universities and schools route lecture content, timetable data, and campus announcements to classrooms, corridors, and outdoor digital displays across all buildings from one system
- The professional AV matrix switch architecture allows any classroom or lecture theatre to contribute a source to any other room on campus, enabling cross-building content sharing without rewiring
- Surgical control rooms use SDVoE 10G for zero-latency transmission of operating theatre video feeds to observation galleries, recording systems, and remote consultation displays