Streamlining Audiovisual System Design with SDVoE’s Unified USB and Video Link

Ryohei Iwasaki
Chief Executive Officer for IDK America

In the last five years, conference room design has evolved to support more flexible, user-driven experiences. According to recent industry research, over 70% of organizations now prioritize BYOD capabilities in their meeting spaces to accommodate diverse workflows and remote collaboration tools. As a result, integrators and technology managers are seeking streamlined solutions that simplify installation, reduce cable clutter and ensure reliable performance across various use cases. The SDVoE Alliance has delivered technology as a powerful answer – particularly with its ability to carry video and USB 2.0 data over a single 10G link.

By consolidating multiple functions into one streamlined connection, SDVoE technology helps create efficient, scalable and future-proof AV infrastructures. By creating a unified approach, USB 2.0 significantly reduces the complexity of audiovisual system design. SDVoE’s USB 2.0 technology consolidates multiple signals, including video, audio and USB, into one streamlined connection, minimizing the need for dedicated cabling, separate extenders or specialized USB routing gear. Instead, integrators can leverage the power of a 10GbE infrastructure to deliver high-quality AV and USB connectivity across scalable and flexible network-based systems.

IDK Corporation, a member of the SDVoE Alliance, is leading the way with its innovative solutions that support USB 2.0 integration over SDVoE. Specifically, IDK’s NJR-L21UC-T encoder and NJR-L31UC-TR decoder are purpose-built to address the demands of modern conference rooms, especially those utilizing Microsoft Teams Rooms and Zoom Rooms. These SDVoE devices are designed to support seamless transitions between native MTR meetings and BYOD sessions, with stable USB switching and content sharing as essential features.

One of the standout benefits of IDK’s SDVoE-based approach is the consistent and reliable performance of USB 2.0 (up to 480Mbps) within a 10GbE framework. Unlike 1G-based AV-over-IP technologies, which often struggle to accommodate video and USB without sacrificing quality, SDVoE’s generous bandwidth ensures there’s no compromise. This means users can enjoy uncompressed 1080p or even 4K video while simultaneously transmitting USB signals for peripherals, like cameras, microphones, keyboards or touch interfaces, without additional infrastructure or latency concerns.

The convergence of USB and video supports the growing use of USB-C connectivity in meeting spaces. A single USB-C cable can now deliver video, audio, data and power to streamline the user experience even further. Whether employees are docking their laptops for BYOD meetings or leveraging in-room cameras and microphones through MTR, IDK’s SDVoE devices allow for smooth, reliable switching and signal routing without interruption or manual intervention.

Another critical advantage of SDVoE’s USB integration is network scalability. While other technologies can support USB extensions, they are limited to point-to-point configurations. In contrast, SDVoE’s network-based architecture allows for much greater flexibility. If a customer wants to expand BYOD access in multiple areas of a building, they can simply add more encoders, decoders and a 10GbE network switch without the need for additional KVM switchers or proprietary extenders. And with API support, integrators can easily develop custom control interfaces that further enhance the end-user experience.

By leveraging SDVoE technology, IDK Corporation can leverage another level of flexibility and performance to create a compelling solution for organizations seeking future-proof conference room infrastructure. As hybrid collaboration continues to evolve, the need for seamless USB switching, efficient content sharing and reliable audiovisual performance will only continue to expand. With IDK’s NJR-L21UC-T and NJR-L31UC-TR devices, system designers can meet these expectations head-on, delivering powerful, user-friendly spaces that empower productivity and collaboration. In a world where simplicity and performance are critical, SDVoE’s unified USB and video link provide more efficient, intelligent and scalable solutions.

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