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Cobalt extends Dante, JPEG XS and IPMX options across openGear portfolio

The IBC 2026 update combines high-density audio routing with software-defined JPEG XS and IPMX transport for hybrid plants.

Broadcast Brief newsroomPublished Aug 30, 2026 · 07:15

Updated Aug 30, 2026 · 07:17

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Cobalt Digital's IBC 2026 portfolio update adds fiber I/O for the 9935-AUD4-DANTE processor. The card handles four channels up to 12G and combines Dante, AES and MADI embedding and de-embedding with a 64-by-64 router and mixer.

The company is also extending JPEG XS and IPMX transport through its TDC software-defined platform across SAPPHIRE, INDIGO, UltraBlue and blueCORE product families. The approach is intended to let facilities bridge SDI and IP while selecting form factors appropriate to different locations.

Why it matters

Audio and lightly compressed video are common friction points in hybrid migrations, so reusable processing across openGear and compact devices can reduce one-off conversion. The release is a portfolio preview; exact shipping status, option licensing, interoperability certification and maximum end-to-end latency need confirmation.

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What we know

Fiber I/O is being added for the 9935-AUD4-DANTE audio processor.
JPEG XS and IPMX support is expanding across multiple Cobalt product families.

What remains open

Availability and licensing differ by product but are not fully enumerated.
Independent IPMX interoperability and latency results are not included.

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