SMPTE ST 2110 Workshop

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Whether you’re in engineering, production, operations, or executive leadership, understanding IP media workflows is essential for staying competitive in today’s broadcast and media environments. SMPTE ST 2110 is the backbone of modern IP-based video, audio, and metadata transport. 

This workshop breaks down the technical complexities into digestible modules for technical and non-technical staff. Through clear explanations and real-world examples, attendees will learn how 2110 systems function, why they matter, and how to identify key considerations for successful system design and operation. Whether managing a production team, integrating new equipment, or simply seeking to collaborate more effectively, this course will provide a foundation you can build on.

Date: The workshop will run twice at METexpo - Tuesday 29 July 2025 and Wednesday 30 July 2025

Time: 10.00am - 12.00pm

Cost: SMPTE Members - $49.00 per person | Non-members - $99.00 per person

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Detailed Workshop Outline: 

1. Introduction to IP Media Transport & SMPTE ST 2110 (10 min)

• Overview of IP-based production workflows
• Difference between SDI and ST 2110
• Why broadcasters are moving to IP
• Concept of “Essences”: Video, Audio, ANC

2. Standards and Development (20 min)

• Evolution from SDI to IP: 6G, 12G SDI context
• AES67 and how it fits into ST 2110
• Introduction to Dante and PTPv1 usage
• Understanding “why standards exist” (interoperability, scalability)

Objective: Attendees will understand the broader ecosystem and how ST 2110 integrates with legacy and transitional formats.

3. Timing Fundamentals (10 min)

• PTP (IEEE 1588v2) timing and synchronization
• Boundary Clock vs. Transparent Clock
• Synchronization accuracy requirements for live broadcast

Objective: Understand why precision timing is critical and how it is maintained across devices.

4. Video Essence: ST 2110-20 & ST 2110-21 (20 min)

• Sender types: Narrow (N), Narrow Linear (NL), and Wide
• N Packet calculations (packet rates and bandwidth)
• Cmax Calculations for buffer modeling
• Practical use case: UHD playout in a studio environment

Objective: Gain a functional grasp of video packetization, timing models, and how different senders impact system design.

5. Audio Essence: ST 2110-30 (20 min)

• Audio Flow levels: A (mono), B (stereo), C (multichannel)
• Understanding flow count implications on network load
• Introduction to the “Helper Matrix” for stream management

Objective: Provide insight into stream planning and network audio architecture.

6. ANC Data: ST 2110-40 (10 min)

• Ancillary data overview (Closed Captions, SCTE triggers, etc.)
• Why 4 channels are typically used (use case: CC + timecode + metadata)
• Challenges in ensuring data preservation in IP environments

Objective: Clarify how non-video/non-audio payloads are handled and their operational significance.

7. NMOS Control Framework (10 min)

• What is AMWA and why is NMOS important?
• IS-04 (Discovery & Registration)
• IS-05 (Connection Management)
• IS-06 (Network Control)
• Understanding the difference between a *Specification* and a *Standard*

Objective: Help attendees understand how ST 2110-based systems are orchestrated and managed dynamically.

8. IP Network Design for Media (10 min)

• Spine-Leaf topologies: What they are and why they matter
• Bandwidth considerations for deterministic performance
• Unicast vs. Multicast behaviors in media networks

Objective: Introduce non-networking staff to fundamental design practices that support reliable ST 2110 deployments.

9. Q&A / Wrap-Up (15–30 min)

• Open discussion
• Recap of key takeaways
• Resource list (SMPTE standards, vendor whitepapers, training materials)