Any Source. Any Screen.
Anywhere in the Building.
AV over IP distributes audio and video signals across your existing IP network — eliminating dedicated AV cabling runs and giving you flexible, scalable signal distribution at 4K quality.
What is AV over IP?
AV over IP replaces traditional point‑to‑point HDMI, DVI, or proprietary AV cable runs with encoders and decoders on your standard Ethernet network. Any source (PC, camera, player) connects to an encoder. Any display connects to a decoder. Any source can appear on any display — switched through software, not physical cable patches.
Who is it for?
- ✓ Multi‑room AV distribution
- ✓ Large buildings requiring flexible signal routing
- ✓ Command & control centres
- ✓ Education & lecture facilities
- ✓ Hospitality — multi‑room audio video distribution
- ✓ Broadcast & live event facilities
The Problems AV over IP Solves
HDMI cables don't reach
HDMI has a practical limit of approximately 10–15 metres without amplification. AV over IP extends this to the length of your Ethernet network — across floors, buildings, and campuses.
Traditional matrix switchers are rigid
A physical matrix switcher has a fixed number of inputs and outputs. Adding one more source or display means replacing the switcher. AV over IP scales by adding encoders or decoders — no forklift upgrade.
Cable management becomes unmanageable at scale
A 16‑input, 32‑output AV system using traditional cabling requires hundreds of cable runs. AV over IP uses the same network cables already in your building.
Scope of Work
Traditional AV vs AV over IP
| Factor | Traditional Matrix AV | AV over IP |
|---|---|---|
| Max distance | ~100m (ext.) | Network span |
| Scalability | Fixed matrix | Add device |
| Cable infrastructure | Dedicated | Shared LAN |
| Flexibility | Limited | Any‑to‑any |
| 4K support | Expensive | Standard |
| Management | Hardware | Software |
| Failure point | Matrix unit | Distributed |
What is IGMP Snooping and why does it matter for AV over IP?
IGMP (Internet Group Management Protocol) snooping allows a network switch to forward multicast traffic (one source, many destinations) only to ports that have requested it. Without IGMP snooping, AV multicast traffic floods every port on the switch — degrading the entire network. Network configuration is critical, and Layerix configures both the AV and the network from one team.
Latency Guide
Zero‑latency
< 1 frame (16ms) — live broadcast switching, production
Ultra‑low latency
~50–100ms — presentation distribution, mouse tracking
Standard latency
Seconds — digital signage, non‑interactive content
Our AV over IP Process
Source & Display Mapping
Inventory all video sources (PCs, cameras, players) and displays (screens, projectors).
Network Capacity & Switch Assessment
Audit existing network switches for multicast, IGMP, and bandwidth capacity.
Encoder / Decoder Selection
Choose platform (SDVoE, Crestron NVX, Extron NAV) based on resolution and latency needs.
Physical Installation
Mount encoders near sources, decoders behind displays, connect to network.
Network & Software Configuration
Configure QoS, IGMP, VLANs; set up routing matrix and controller.
Stream Testing, QoS Validation & Handover
Measure latency, test failover, validate 4K streams, train admins.
Real AV over IP Deployments
Every photo is from an actual Layerix AV over IP project — 100% in‑house.
Client Success Story
Challenge: 12 meeting rooms, 8 lobby displays, and a training hall — all needed to share 6 source inputs. Traditional matrix would cost ₹20L+ and require rewiring.
Solution: SDVoE-based AV over IP with 14 encoders, 28 decoders, 4 managed switches. Central software routing.
Outcome: Any source to any display with 70ms latency. Total cost 40% less than matrix. Added 5 more sources without hardware change.