Blackmagic Design 2110 IP Presentation Converter

Blackmagic Design 2110 IP Presentation Converter

The Blackmagic Design 2110 IP Presentation Converter is a specialized, all-in-one AV interface designed for speaker podiums, lecture halls, and corporate boardrooms. It acts as a bridge between local AV sources (laptops, microphones, and projectors) and a professional SMPTE ST 2110 IP broadcast network.

Introduced as part of Blackmagic’s aggressive expansion into IP video, this unit eliminates the need for multiple separate converters at the podium by combining video, audio, and power into a single 10G Ethernet workflow.

Core Purpose: The "Podium Hub"

Traditionally, a podium requires a mess of cables for HDMI, audio, and power. This converter simplifies that by providing:

• Single Cable Integration: Using 10G Ethernet, the unit sends and receives uncompressed 10-bit video while receiving power via PoE++.

• Independent Standards Conversion: Unlike basic converters, this unit has a built-in standards converter. If a presenter plugs in a laptop with an odd resolution, the converter automatically scales it to the pre-set facility standard (e.g., 1080p60 or 4K60) before sending it to the network or the local projector.

Key Connectivity & Features

• Video Inputs: * HDMI 2.0: For connecting laptops or media players.

  • USB-C (Front & Rear): Supports video input and provides 45W of power to charge the presenter's laptop simultaneously.

• Video Outputs:

  • HDMI 2.0: To feed a local projector or confidence monitor.

  • 12G-SDI: For local monitoring or recording.

• Professional Audio:

  • 2 x XLR/TRS Combo Inputs: Balanced mic/line inputs with +48V Phantom Power for podium microphones.

  • 2 x XLR Analog Outputs: To feed local PA systems or powered speakers directly.

  • 1/4" Headphone Jack: For local monitoring.

• Network:

  • 10G RJ45 Ethernet: Supports SMPTE 2110-20 (video), -30 (audio), and -40 (ancillary data). It uses NMOS for easy discovery and routing.

Technical Specifications

Operational Insight

One of the most powerful features for live events is the Return Feed. An operator in the control room can send a 2110 IP video stream back to the podium (such as a timer, speaker notes, or the "Program" feed), and the presenter can toggle between their laptop view and this return feed on their local monitor.

Because it supports PoE++, a technician only needs to run a single Cat6 cable to a podium to provide high-speed 4K video, professional audio, and device power. This significantly reduces setup time and potential points of failure in high-pressure live environments.

Note on Compatibility: This converter is part of the Blackmagic 2110 IP ecosystem. While it follows open SMPTE standards, it is most easily managed using Blackmagic IP Video Setup software, which allows for remote configuration of all podium units from a single central computer.

Does your current facility use a 10G copper infrastructure, or are you looking to integrate this into a larger 100G fiber backbone?