AJA NAB Show 2026 Introduces BRIDGE LIVE IP, IP25-R & OG-GEN10 for Broadcast IP Workflow Solutions

Every year, NAB Show tells you where the broadcast industry is headed. This year, AJA Video Systems made that direction unmistakable. With three focused product launches, the company has staked its claim in the evolving world of broadcast IP workflow, addressing the very challenges that production teams across India and the Asia-Pacific region face on a daily basis.

The three products introduced at AJA NAB Show 2026 are the BRIDGE LIVE IP gateway, the IP25-R v2.0 firmware upgrade, and the OG-GEN10 sync generator. Each one targets a specific operational gap: getting IP and SDI to coexist gracefully, adding bidirectional capability to an already trusted converter, and locking down the timing foundation that every professional signal chain depends on.

As the authorized distributor of AJA Video Systems in India, ARK Infosolutions is committed to putting these tools in the hands of broadcasters, live production teams, OB operators, and post-production facilities across the country. Here is a closer look at what each launch brings to your workflow.

BRIDGE LIVE IP: A Smarter Way to Bridge ST 2110 and Streaming Codecs

Most broadcast facilities today do not operate in a clean, single-standard environment. Production teams are running ST 2110 IP on one side of the rack and SDI-based infrastructure on the other, while simultaneously trying to feed streaming platforms, remote collaboration tools, and cloud production pipelines. The gap between these worlds creates real operational friction, and that is exactly what AJA BRIDGE LIVE IP is designed to close.

Built in partnership with Comprimato, BRIDGE LIVE IP is a high-density 1RU gateway that provides broadcast-quality, low-latency conversion between SMPTE ST 2110 and popular streaming codecs in both directions. It is not a niche appliance for a specific use case. It is the kind of flexible infrastructure piece that earns a permanent spot in the signal chain.

What Sets It Apart

- 25 GbE ST 2110 Connectivity: Dual 25 GbE ports deliver the bandwidth needed for UltraHD and HD signal workflows at professional quality

- Bidirectional Encode, Decode and Transcode: Real-time processing in both directions covers contribution, distribution, monitoring, and cloud routing from a single 1RU unit

- Codec Flexibility: Supports popular streaming codecs alongside ST 2110, making it compatible with a wide range of delivery and production platforms

- Redundant Power and Long Warranty: Built for the reliability demands of live broadcast with redundant power supplies and coverage of up to five years

- Use Case Breadth: Suited for REMI production, remote collaboration, direct-to-audience streaming, and multi-format delivery workflows

For Indian broadcasters who have already invested in SDI infrastructure but are now being asked to deliver content through IP-based pipelines, BRIDGE LIVE IP removes the need to choose one path over the other. It lets both coexist, and it gives engineering teams the confidence to expand into hybrid broadcast workflow without dismantling what already works.

From regional news operations running remote contribution feeds to large-scale live events requiring synchronous multi-channel delivery, this gateway fits naturally into the signal flow without adding operational complexity.

IP25-R v2.0: Turning a Trusted Converter into a Full Two-Way Bridge

The IP25-R already had a strong reputation among facilities working with SMPTE ST 2110 and 12G-SDI. It handled IP-to-SDI receive duties reliably, and for many setups that was sufficient. The v2.0 firmware update changes the picture considerably, and it does so without asking anything from existing owners beyond a software download.

Version 2.0 adds full transmit capability, which means the IP25-R can now convert 12G-SDI into SMPTE ST 2110 IP in addition to receiving. Combined with expanded Rx stream support and a new built-in test signal generator, the update transforms this converter from a one-direction tool into a genuine bidirectional bridge between the SDI and IP domains.

What the v2.0 Update Delivers

- Full Tx Capability: Converts 12G-SDI to SMPTE ST 2110 IP, completing the two-way signal path that makes this converter genuinely versatile

- Expanded Rx Stream Count: More supported streams in receive mode means the IP25-R scales better in larger multi-source broadcast environments

- Built-in Test Signal Generator: Engineers can verify signal integrity on the spot without reaching for an external generator, saving time during setup and troubleshooting

- No Additional Hardware Required: One physical unit now covers both transmit and receive, reducing rack space requirements and simplifying procurement

The practical value of this upgrade is considerable. OB van operators who previously needed separate hardware for Tx and Rx functions can now achieve the same result from a single IP25-R. Facilities integrating cloud production platforms can push SDI feeds into ST 2110 IP and pull them back with equal ease.

From a budget perspective, the fact that this is a free upgrade for existing owners is significant. It reflects how AJA approaches product development: build something that lasts, and make it better over time. For teams scaling their ip broadcasting capabilities without expanding their hardware spend, the IP25-R v2.0 is a compelling proposition.

OG-GEN10: The Timing Foundation Your Facility Cannot Afford to Overlook

In any professional broadcast environment, timing is not a background consideration. It is the foundation on which everything else is built. When reference signals are unreliable or inconsistently distributed, even the most advanced IP infrastructure starts to show cracks. Dropped frames, sync errors, and timing offsets between devices are all symptoms of the same underlying problem.

The OG-GEN10 is AJA's answer to this foundational need. It is a new openGear HD/SD/AES-11 sync generator that slots into existing openGear frames and provides a clean, centralized reference signal across the facility. As a broadcast synchronization tool, it does its job quietly and consistently, which is precisely what you want from timing infrastructure.

Core Capabilities

- HD, SD and AES-11 Support: Covers the range of reference formats in use across modern broadcast facilities, ensuring compatibility with mixed signal environments

- openGear Card Format: Integrates directly into existing openGear frames, making deployment straightforward and keeping the rack organized

- Centralized Reference Distribution: A single card provides timing reference to multiple signal chains, replacing the need for standalone external generators

- Cost-Effective Footprint: Delivers enterprise-grade synchronization without requiring a dedicated standalone unit or additional rack space

For production facilities across India, the OG-GEN10 addresses a need that often goes unspoken until something goes wrong. Whether you are running a high-volume news studio, a live sports broadcast operation, or a content hub serving multiple regional channels, the quality of your timing infrastructure shapes the reliability of everything downstream.

It fits cleanly into the broader story of the AJA video systems launch at NAB 2026: practical tools that solve specific problems well, without unnecessary complexity or cost.

What These Launches Mean for Broadcasters in India

India's broadcast sector is in an active period of growth and transformation. National networks are expanding their IP infrastructure, regional channels are investing in live production capabilities, and OTT platforms are demanding contribution-quality feeds from remote locations. The common thread running through all of it is a shift toward hybrid and IP-based broadcast workflow, and the need for tools that support that shift without requiring everything to change at once.

The three AJA new products from NAB 2026 speak directly to where the Indian market is right now. They are not aspirational concepts built for a fully IP-native future that has not yet arrived. They are production-ready broadcast IP solutions built for facilities that are in the middle of the transition.

- Facilities managing mixed SDI and IP environments will find that BRIDGE LIVE IP and IP25-R v2.0 remove the friction from that coexistence.

- Operations scaling toward cloud production and remote workflows gain a reliable ST 2110 gateway in BRIDGE LIVE IP that handles codec conversion without added infrastructure complexity.

- Engineering teams who need dependable timing at the foundation of their signal chain have a focused, affordable answer in the OG-GEN10.

- Existing IP25-R owners can extend the capability of hardware they already own without any additional investment.

These products will also be featured at the Broadcast India Show and other regional industry events, giving local teams the opportunity to see them in action and evaluate them against their specific workflow requirements.

ARK Infosolutions: Bringing AJA Broadcast Products to India

ARK Infosolutions has been the authorized distributor of AJA Video Systems in India for years, and our role extends well beyond product supply. We work alongside our customers to understand their workflows, recommend the right solutions from across the AJA portfolio, support deployment, and stay engaged through the lifecycle of every installation.

For the NAB 2026 launches, that means being ready to help broadcasters, production companies, OB operators, and post facilities evaluate BRIDGE LIVE IP, IP25-R v2.0, and OG-GEN10 in the context of their specific environments.

- Pre-sales workflow consultation to match the right AJA solution to your operational needs.

- Product demonstrations and evaluation support so you can assess before you commit.

- Deployment guidance and integration support across production, post-production, and broadcast infrastructure.

- Ongoing technical assistance and after-sales service to protect your investment over time.

Whether your facility is taking its first steps into IP broadcasting or expanding a hybrid broadcast workflow that is already in motion, we have the product knowledge and technical depth to support your next phase of growth.

On the Ground at NAB 2026: ARK Infosolutions Meets the AJA Team

The NAB Show floor is where product announcements become real conversations. This year, Mohan Rawat, AVP, Media and Entertainment at ARK Infosolutions, visited the AJA booth at NAB 2026 for a series of focused meetings with the AJA team. The visit was an opportunity to go beyond the product briefs and get a hands-on understanding of how BRIDGE LIVE IP, IP25-R v2.0, and OG-GEN10 perform in real workflow scenarios, and to discuss how these solutions can be brought to broadcasters and production facilities across India.

The meetings included a detailed session with Straker Coniglio, General Manager, APAC at AJA Video Systems, who shared AJA's perspective on the evolving broadcast IP landscape and the specific role these new products play in addressing hybrid workflow challenges across the region. The discussion covered deployment strategies, customer use cases relevant to the Indian market, and the roadmap for expanding AJA's footprint in India through the ARK Infosolutions partnership.

"These releases are all about making modern hybrid workflows simpler and more reliable. Whether you are transitioning to IP, scaling live production, or looking for rock-solid timing, these NAB 2026 releases are designed to make your life easier. India is a key growth market for AJA, and we work closely with ARK Infosolutions to ensure customers can effectively access, deploy, and support our broader portfolio across production, post, and broadcast workflows."

Straker Coniglio, General Manager, APAC, AJA Video Systems

For Mohan Rawat, the NAB visit reinforced both the quality of AJA's engineering and the scale of the opportunity ahead in India. The conversations at the booth covered a broad cross-section of customer needs, from major broadcast networks looking to accelerate their IP transition to regional studios exploring more affordable routes into hybrid production. The plan now is to bring these products directly to Indian customers through evaluations, demonstrations, and structured deployment support.

"Spending time with the AJA team at NAB 2026 gave us a very clear picture of where these products fit in the workflows our customers are running today. BRIDGE LIVE IP, IP25-R v2.0, and OG-GEN10 are not concepts on a roadmap. They are ready to deploy, and they solve problems that Indian broadcasters are dealing with right now. We are excited to bring these to market and work closely with our customers to put them to use."

Mohan Rawat, AVP, Media and Entertainment, ARK Infosolutions

The ARK and AJA teams are aligned on the goal of expanding access to these broadcast IP solutions across India, with plans to feature the products at the Broadcast India Show and other regional industry events in the coming months.

Closing Perspective

What stands out about AJA's NAB Show 2026 lineup is the clarity of purpose behind each product. BRIDGE LIVE IP solves the codec and connectivity problem in hybrid IP environments. The IP25-R v2.0 upgrade closes the gap between transmit and receive without requiring new hardware. The OG-GEN10 addresses timing at the infrastructure level. None of these products are trying to do everything. Each one does its specific job extremely well.

For the Indian broadcast market, that kind of focused engineering is valuable. Operational budgets are closely managed, infrastructure decisions carry long-term consequences, and the pressure to deliver reliable output is constant. AJA's broadcast workflow solutions from NAB 2026 are built for that reality.

ARK Infosolutions is ready to help you evaluate these products, understand how they fit your workflow, and move forward with confidence.

Want to see these AJA solutions in action?

Reach out to ARK Infosolutions for product evaluation, live demonstrations, and deployment consultation. Connect with our team ahead of the Broadcast India Show to schedule a hands-on session with BRIDGE LIVE IP, IP25-R, and OG-GEN10.

To know more, contact us at aja@arkinfo.in