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Articles May-June 2025

SISPL Elevates Caterpillar's Corporate Boardroom with World-Class AV Integration

Shared exclusively with AV-ICN Expo Magazine, this case study explores the team's dedication to deliver world-class communication and collaboration solutions to the client. read more

Illuminating Shopping Mall with Xtreme Media's Nyx Series LED Displays

This case study features Xtreme Media's successful execution in a shopping mall, where the use of LED display technology has transformed the mall into a vibrant and engaging space. read more

AV Installation: Glimpses

A Spotlight on AV Excellence Spanning India read more

Ansata and Studio One Together Transform Ambazari Garden into a Picturesque Landscape

Blending High-End Technologies with Thoughtful Execution, The Project Creates a Visual Feast for Ambazari's Visitors in Nagpur. read more

Imagination Meets Intent: How DoT Mavericks Crafted an Immersive Escape at COVAH

This feature shares an insightful story on how DoT Mavericks immerses COVAH's diners through projection mapping on the walls of COVAH. read more

Moxy Hotels Groove to the Sound of HARMAN Professional

KORE AV SOLUTION and HARMAN Professional engineered an innovative solution that harmonises with Moxy Hotel's spirited ambiance and modern aesthetics. read more

Articles Mar-Apr 2025

Lumina Screens Enhances Chennai Home Theatre with Cinematic Experiences

Cinema Meets AV Excellence with 165-inch Diagonal Accupix Pro for Chennai Home Theatre by Lumina Screens. read more

HARMAN Professional Synchronizes Cinematic Viewing with Sonic Beauty

HARMAN's Rich Acoustical Treatment of Movie Magic Theatre Blends Immersive Experiences with Impactful Acoustics. read more


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Contributors Column

Simplifying AV Network Management





Marthesh Nagendra, APAC & MEA Senior Sales Director for Netgear's Commercial Business, leading the company's sales strategy across the region, shares this insightful feature with AV-ICN Expo Magazine. Nagendra's leadership and expertise has been pivotal in driving growth and meeting the evolving demands of AV-over-IP and commercial networking solutions across APAC. Sharing his expertise with the AV readers, Nagendra, in this feature, emphasizes on 'simplifying AV network management'.

As audiovisual technologies continue to evolve, the underlying network infrastructure that supports them is becoming more complex. With devices now connected over IP, the need for reliable, easy-to-manage network solutions has never been greater. That's where AV-over-IP network specialist vendors comes in-offering innovative products and tools specifically designed to simplify AV network management.

Why AV Network Management Matters

Modern AV installations often involve a mix of video encoders, decoders, control systems, and displays, all communicating over a network. The traditional approach of using off-the-shelf IT switches can lead to headaches: configuration is tricky, troubleshooting requires specialized knowledge, and ensuring stable performance across multiple devices is a constant challenge. AV professionals need network solutions that cater to their unique needs-simpler setup, optimized performance, and reliable operation.

Purpose-Built AV Switches

Manufacturers like NETGEAR have responded to these challenges with special series of switches, tailored for the AV industry. These switches come pre-configured with settings specifically designed for popular AV over IP protocols, such as Dante, AES67, NDI, and AVB. What sets them apart is their AV-centric interface that removes much of the guesswork. Instead of diving into command-line configurations, integrators can select from preloaded profiles that match their AV devices. This reduces setup time, minimizes errors, and ensures compatibility right out of the box.

Further Streamlining Configuration with AV GUI and Site Controllers

A cornerstone of a great approach is a user-friendly Graphical User Interface. Unlike traditional IT switch interfaces, such a UI presents a simplified, intuitive layout that speaks the language of AV professionals. With just a few clicks, users can assign VLANs, apply multicast settings, and prioritize audio and video traffic. This GUI is ideally available both on the switch's web interface and through an on-site controller app, giving installers the flexibility to configure and monitor one switch or entire networks.

Automated Multicast Management

In many AV-over-IP environments, multicast traffic-used to distribute high-quality video streams-can overwhelm an improperly configured network. Recent innovations take the complexity out of multicast setup. Features like IGMP Plus streamline multicast configuration. AV integrators can deploy systems faster, with fewer hiccups, and end users benefit from consistent, high-quality streaming experiences.

Remote Management and Monitoring

Another standout feature of modern networking solutions for the IT market is remote management. Through, for example the NETGEAR Insight platform, integrators can monitor their networks in real time, receive alerts about potential issues, and even push firmware updates from anywhere. This not only reduces downtime but also allows integrators to offer proactive support, ensuring that clients' systems run smoothly long after installation.

Looking Ahead: The Future of Simplified AV Networking

Real dedication to the AV industry goes beyond hardware. The winning companies regularly engage with integrators and end-users to gather feedback, refine its products, and add new features that address real-world challenges. Emerging leaders of the future partner with leading AV manufacturers to ensure that their network devices, like switches and wireless access points, are certified and tested for seamless interoperability.

By making AV network management simpler and more reliable, network manufacturers are helping the industry move forward. Their innovations empower AV professionals to focus on creating great experiences rather than wrestling with complex network configurations.

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