The Future of SMPTE ST 2110: What’s Next

ST 2110 has matured into the backbone of IP-based production. By 2025, adoption is broad, but the standard continues to evolve.

Current State

2110 reliably transports video, audio, and metadata in uncompressed or lightly compressed form. Facilities worldwide run hybrid or full-IP plants with 2110 at the core.

What’s Driving Change

• Higher resolutions: 8K and beyond push bandwidth limits.
• New compression: 2110-22 with JPEG XS is widely used.
• Metadata needs: 2110-41 adds real-time metadata transport.
• Cloud: Extending 2110 workflows into virtualized environments.

Active Work

Standards bodies continue refining:
- Improved definitions for timing and redundancy.
- Better integration with NMOS control schemas.
- Expanded profiles for new formats and codecs. 

Industry Adoption

By now, major broadcasters consider 2110 a safe choice. Vendors ship native 2110 gear across cameras, servers, and monitors. Interoperability testing remains vital but easier than in early years.

Looking Ahead

2110’s trajectory mirrors SDI: from innovation to default infrastructure. Future development will focus less on proving the concept and more on optimizing reliability, efficiency, and integration with cloud and AI workflows.

ST 2110 is not a passing trend — it is the foundation of professional IP media. Its evolution will shape production for the next decade and beyond.