AJA adds ST 2110 transmit mode to IP25-R firmware
AJA announced new firmware features for its IP25-R device at NAB 2026, adding a transmit (TX) mode to its existing receive (RX) capabilities. The IP25-R, originally a 2110-to-SDI/HDMI converter, can now also convert SDI/HDMI to ST 2110 for IP network distribution, functioning as a gateway for hybrid IP environments. New features also include a built-in test signal generator and simplified workflow tools, available immediately as a free firmware update.
Key Takeaways
- The IP25-R, originally a 2110-to-SDI/HDMI converter, now adds TX mode for SDI/HDMI to ST 2110.
- AJA says the firmware update is free and available now through the IP25-R user interface.
- New firmware features include a built-in test signal generator for ST 2110 workflows.
- The device uses dual 25-gigabit SFPs and supports 7-bit redundancy, according to Abe Abt.
- AJA says the IP25-R is designed for hybrid SDI/IP environments and can be mounted behind a monitor.
Why It Matters
The IP25-R has moved from a one-way monitoring converter to a bidirectional gateway for hybrid SDI and ST 2110 workflows. That matters because it gives video teams a single AJA box for both receiving IP feeds and putting SDI or HDMI sources onto the network, without requiring a paid add-on. The broader signal here is AJA’s customer-driven approach: it is adding workflow tools like a test signal generator and firmware upgrades after the original IBC 2025 launch. Watch how quickly existing IP25-R owners adopt the free firmware update through the device interface.
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