SMPTE ST 2110 and Video over IP

BAV 105 introduces technicians to the fundamental architecture and operational considerations of moving professional video, audio, and ancillary data over standard IP networks. The course delves into the essence-based transport specified by ST 2110, examining its various component parts, including video, audio, and auxiliary data streams, and their independent management. A significant portion of the curriculum is dedicated to precise timing synchronization using the Precision Time Protocol (PTP), crucial for seamless media operations. Students will explore network design principles tailored for high-bandwidth, low-latency media traffic, learning how to configure and optimize network devices for performance and reliability. Furthermore, the course covers the practical aspects of transitioning from traditional Serial Digital Interface (SDI) workflows to modern IP-centric environments, ensuring interoperability and a smooth migration path for existing broadcast and production facilities.

InstructorJacob Calhoun

Prerequisites

BAV 101

Course outline

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01Lesson 1: Introduction to Media over IP and Core Conceptslecture

02Lesson 2: Overview of ST 2110 Standards and Architecturelecture

03Lesson 3: ST 2110-20 (Uncompressed Video Essence) and ST 2110-10 (System Timing)lecture

04Hands-on Lab: Configuring Network Interfaces for Media IP Transportlab

05Lesson 5: ST 2110-30 (PCM Digital Audio Essence) and ST 2110-40 (Ancillary Data)lecture

06Lesson 6: Understanding the Precision Time Protocol (PTP) for Media Timinglecture

07Lesson 7: PTP Grandmasters, Clocks, and Network Synchronizationlecture

08Hands-on Lab: PTP Clock Configuration and Synchronization Verificationlab

09Lesson 9: Network Design Considerations for Media IP Environmentslecture

10Lesson 10: Multicast, IGMP, and Network Flow Managementlecture

11Hands-on Lab: Implementing and Monitoring Multicast for Media Streamslab

12Lesson 12: Transitioning from SDI to IP: Gateways and Conversionlecture

13Lesson 13: Operational Monitoring and Troubleshooting of ST 2110 Systemslecture

14Capstone Service Project: Designing and Implementing a Small-Scale ST 2110 Systemassignment

Syllabus

["Week 1: Lesson 1: Introduction to Media over IP and Core Concepts","Week 2: Lesson 2: Overview of ST 2110 Standards and Architecture","Week 3: Lesson 3: ST 2110-20 (Uncompressed Video Essence) and ST 2110-10 (System Timing)","Week 4: Hands-on Lab: Configuring Network Interfaces for Media IP Transport","Week 5: Lesson 5: ST 2110-30 (PCM Digital Audio Essence) and ST 2110-40 (Ancillary Data)","Week 6: Lesson 6: Understanding the Precision Time Protocol (PTP) for Media Timing","Week 7: Lesson 7: PTP Grandmasters, Clocks, and Network Synchronization","Week 8: Hands-on Lab: PTP Clock Configuration and Synchronization Verification","Week 9: Lesson 9: Network Design Considerations for Media IP Environments","Week 10: Lesson 10: Multicast, IGMP, and Network Flow Management","Week 11: Hands-on Lab: Implementing and Monitoring Multicast for Media Streams","Week 12: Lesson 12: Transitioning from SDI to IP: Gateways and Conversion","Week 13: Lesson 13: Operational Monitoring and Troubleshooting of ST 2110 Systems","Week 14: Capstone Service Project: Designing and Implementing a Small-Scale ST 2110 System"]