How to select Encoding/Decoder Technologies for AV over IP solutions?

1. Introduction: Redefining AV-over-IP Performance

In today’s fast-paced world of audiovisual technology, control rooms, command centers, and corporate environments demand ultra-responsive, high-quality video solutions. AVCiT stands at the forefront of this innovation with its advanced AV-over-IP technologies, purpose-built for mission-critical environments. Through cutting-edge encoding and decoding solutions, AVCiT delivers real-time and visually lossless video transmission—paving the way for smarter, more responsive control room operations.

2. The Evolution of Video Transmission in Control Rooms

Video transmission technologies have come a long way. Traditional matrix switchers once dominated control room setups but often struggled to scale with the growing demand for more sources, better resolutions, and faster response times.

2.1 The Bandwidth-Quality-Latency Challenge

One of the most significant challenges in video transmission is balancing three key factors:

● Quality: The clarity and fidelity of the video.

● Latency: The delay between capturing and displaying a video frame.

● Bandwidth: The volume of data transmitted over the network.

Historically, improving one would compromise the others. For instance, achieving low latency might reduce image quality or demand higher bandwidth.

2.2 New Demands, New Solutions

Modern control rooms require:

● High-resolution displays for detailed analysis

● True-to-life color accuracy for observation

● Near-zero latency for real-time decision-making

This has pushed the industry to innovate beyond legacy systems.

2.3 Optimized IP-Based Architecture

AVCiT answered the call with a KVM-over-IP solution designed to deliver high performance across all three fronts. Its distributed architecture and proprietary encoding technologies offer high-fidelity video streaming within ultra low-latency  using minimal network resources—making it ideal for today’s mission-critical environments.

3. AVCiT Encoding and Decoding Technologies

Encoding and decoding are the backbone of AVCiT’s AV-over-IP systems, enabling efficient video compression and accurate playback without compromising quality.

3.1 ASE (AVCiT Screen encoder) Technology – Key Highlights

1. Definition & Innovation

● ASE stands for AVCiT Screen Encoder.

● It is a proprietary, patented encoding technology developed by AVCiT.

● Specifically designed for lossless image transmission in professional KVM and AV-over-IP systems.

● Represents a breakthrough in image processing—a technically more challenging domain than general application encoding.

2. Performance Features

● Lossless Image Quality: Ensures original image clarity even under low bandwidth.

● Low Bitrate Transmission: Delivers 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 chroma sampling video at bitrates as low as under 50 Mbps.

● High Color Fidelity: Supports 4:4:4 full chroma sampling, 8-bit color depth—ideal for data-intensive control rooms.

● Ultra-Low Latency: Achieves 16.7ms end-to-end latency, ensuring real-time responsiveness.

3. Technical Strengths

● Based on H.265/HEVC encoding framework but optimized for computer screen content (vs. traditional video).

● More stable system performance under limited bandwidth scenarios.

● Supports up to 50 lossless video streams over standard 1G CAT cable.

● Enables decentralized, distributed architecture with no single point of failure.

4. Market Differentiator

● Positioned as a unique and competitive advantage compared to other AV-over-IP solutions in the market.

● Strong fit for mission-critical applications like control rooms, emergency command centers, and network operation centers.

3.2. Encoding & Decoding Technology Comparison

To better understand the advantages of AVCiT’s ASE technology, it is useful to compare it with other common encoding and decoding methods used in AV-over-IP systems. The diagram below provides a brief overview.

ASE delivers visually lossless 4K@60 4:4:4 video at low bitrates (<50 Mbps) with ultra-low latency (≤16.7ms). Compared to SDVoE, which transmits uncompressed video with zero latency but demands extremely high bandwidth and cost, ASE offers a far more scalable and efficient solution. Hybrid encoding workflows like JPEG2000 + H.265/H.264, MJPG + H.265/H.264, and VC-2 + H.265/H.264 aim to improve compression, but often result in higher latency, increased system complexity, and reduced stability. While standard H.265/H.264 is efficient for general video use, it lacks ASE’s enhancements in chroma accuracy, synchronization, and screen content optimization. This makes ASE a standout option for mission-critical AV deployments where clarity, speed, and reliability are paramount.

4. Real-World Solutions & Applications

AVCiT’s AV-over-IP platform powers a wide range of mission-critical control room solutions:

● Control Rooms KVM Integration: Empowering seamless switching and access to distributed systems via unified workstations.
Command Center Visualization: Delivering synchronized, high-definition visuals to large-scale displays for enhanced decision-making.

● Video Walls System: Supporting multi-source, multi-window layouts across ultra-high-resolution displays with real-time performance.

In addition to these solutions, AVCiT is widely adopted in industry-specific applications:

● Government & Public Institutions: For digital command centers, secure meeting rooms, and real-time monitoring hubs.

● Energy & Utilities: Managing critical infrastructure such as power plants and substations through centralized video and data visualization.

● Transportation & Aviation: Supporting airport and air traffic control operations with centralized AV management.

● Enterprise & Commercial Use: Enhancing workplace communication with professional-grade conferencing and display solutions.

● Military & Defense: Securing sensitive video feeds in tactical command, intelligence, and surveillance environments.

AVCiT’s ASE enables crystal-clear visuals, efficient data transmission, and ultra-low latency—even across complex, multi-site deployments.

5. Conclusion: Enabling the Future of Control Room Technology

From emergency response to enterprise operations, AVCiT’s encoding and decoding solutions are delivering measurable improvements in visual communication and operational efficiency. By eliminating traditional limitations around bandwidth, latency, and image quality, AVCiT empowers control rooms with the tools to make faster, more informed decisions.

Whether you're planning a new video wall deployment or upgrading a legacy control room system, AVCiT's technologies offer the performance, scalability, and reliability needed for the future of mission-critical AV.

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