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Cobalt Digital

Cobalt Digital

Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

Champaign, IL 1,349 followers

Engineering Beyond the Signal™

About us

Engineering Beyond the Signal More powerful processing and system capabilities are important — but it doesn’t stop there.
 It’s also about scalable, realistic and cost-effective solutions. Solutions that aren’t just the latest but solutions that stay viable and are adaptable tomorrow as well as today. At Cobalt, we believe that a scalable and flexible approach in terminal equipment and systems offers the best value and choice without compromising ease of integration, features, or cost. Specifically Engineered Solutions to Meet Today's Digital Challenges Our growing product line includes solutions such as 3G/HD/SD format conversion, fiber, frame sync, color correction, D-A / A-D conversion, advanced audio processing, transport conversion, and high-capacity distribution. A full suite of audio solutions includes stereo upmixing, audio mixing, loudness metering, loudness processing with Linear Acoustic® technology, audio embedding/de-embedding, and full Dolby® transcoding.

Industry
Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
Company size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Champaign, IL
Type
Privately Held
Founded
1997
Specialties
Signal Distribution, Production Trucks, and Loudness Management

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  • NAB Show is almost here, and we’re bringing an expanded Plug-and-Play ST 2110 Experience. Visit us on our Booth #SL5123, to see our latest IPMX-compliant innovations in action - snip.ly/8byhek We’re excited to showcase the following: SAPPHIRE IPMX Mini Converters. The BBG series delivers high-quality conversion in a compact design, allowing seamless display of IPMX content on HDMI monitors or conversion of HDMI to compressed/baseband IPMX streams, perfect for workflows involving WAN connectivity. PACIFIC 9992-ENC with ST 2110 Input. This powerful MPEG-2/AVC/HEVC encoder now supports ST 2110-20 (baseband) and an ST 2110-22 JPEG-XS option. With up to four 1080p60 or one 4K signal, each channel can switch between SDI and ST 2110 while supporting asynchronous IPMX operation through the INDIGO 2110-DC-02 option. ARIA Audio Monitor. Available in horizontal (AUD-MON-H) and vertical (AUD-MON-V) models, this versatile audio monitor supports 2x SDI (up to 12G), MADI, AES, analog audio, and SDI over fiber via SFP modules. Features include live video thumbnails, SDI output for monitoring, individual channel volume controls, a touch display, and remote control via a web interface. ULTRABLUE IP-MV Multiviewer. A software-based multiviewer for both compressed and baseband IP streams, available as a turnkey server or software solution. It supports multiple protocols, flexible audio routing, and mixed inputs (ST 2110, SDI, IP). The intuitive web interface makes setup and monitoring effortless while providing a scalable, adaptable solution for growing broadcast environments. Join us on our Booth #SL5123, to experience our latest broadcast solutions firsthand. See you in Vegas at #NABShow! #BroadcastInnovation #IPMX #SMPTEST2110 #CobaltFamily #ST2110

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    How's your NAB Show been so far? We've had a fantastic first two days, and we'll be ready to greet you on our Booth #SL5123 on Tuesday morning. You’ve still got plenty of time to check out all our latest IPMX-compliant solutions, plus new features for our UltraBlue IP-MV Multiviewer, ARIA Audio Monitor, and much more! Come and say hi on Booth #SL5123. See our full lineup here: snip.ly/8byhek #NABShow #NAB2025 #IPMX #BroadcastInnovation #CobaltFamily

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  • The NAB Show is just around the corner, and we’re thrilled TV Tech's highlighted the solutions that we’ll be demonstrating in Las Vegas. At booth #SL5123, we’ll be showcasing our latest IPMX-compliant solutions, including: ·     SAPPHIRE mini converters ·     PACIFIC encoders—now with IPMX support But that’s not all! We’re also unveiling: ·     New tools for the UltraBlue IP-MV multiviewer ·     The ARIA AUD-MON audio monitor, expanding our ARIA product line ·     The powerful PACIFIC 9992-ENC MPEG-2/AVC/HEVC encoder, featuring support for SMPTE ST 2110-20 Read about our full lineup here: snip.ly/gr6euq See you at booth SL5123! #NABShow #BroadcastInnovation #IPMX #SMPTEST2110 #CobaltFamily #LasVegas #TradeShow #Events

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  • We’re excited to participate in four major industry events heading into spring and summer. As a leading provider of advanced broadcast and production solutions, we look forward to connecting with industry colleagues, customers, and partners to showcase the latest innovations in our technology portfolio. Tradeshows remain a vital platform for engaging with customers, learning about their challenges, and exploring new ways to enhance workflows, improve efficiency, and drive innovation in the industry. These events provide an invaluable opportunity to demonstrate our cutting-edge solutions and collaborate on the future of broadcast technology. Here’s where you can find us this spring and into summer 2025: - NAB Show - April 5 -9, South Hall Lower. Booth: SL5123. For a complimentary guest pass, please use our Guest Pass Code: NS8296. - MPTS - May 14 -15, 2025 London Olympia Grand Hall - Booth: A52 - BroadcastAsia 2025 - May 27 -29 - Booth: 5F1-1 - InfoComm 2025 June 7 -13 – Orlando - Booth: 2804. Guest/VIP Code for free Exhibits-Only Pass Code: COB368 We hope to see you at one or all!  snip.ly/wh5so5

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  • We’re excited to join openGear’s multi-vendor webinar this morning, Tuesday, March 11, at 8:30am (PT) / 11:30am (Eastern) / 3:30pm (GMT). Discover why leading broadcasters and video facilities rely on openGear’s open-architecture platform for seamless, future-proof signal processing. Learn how Cobalt’s INDIGO series enables native ST 2110/IPMX processing, optimizing HDR workflows with cutting-edge precision. Don’t miss this deep dive into next-gen broadcast technology. There's still time to register: snip.ly/451mcy   #BroadcastTech #ST2110 #IPMX #HDR #openGear

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  • Did you know Cobalt is a founding member of the RIST Forum? What makes RIST stand out? Openness and interoperability. Built on a standards-based approach, RIST delivers a reliable, low-latency solution for live video over unmanaged networks. Its clear specifications ensure seamless interoperability, while still allowing vendors the flexibility to innovate. Want to see how RIST compares to SRT? The latest RIST vs. SRT comparison is now available on the RIST website, featuring an up-to-date, detailed side-by-side analysis. Plus, all recent updates are highlighted in purple for easy reference. Learn more about the RIST Forum: snip.ly/94zbmv View the RIST vs. SRT comparison: snip.ly/nm4qpb #RIST #BroadcastTech #Interoperability #LiveVideo #NAB2025

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    We were thrilled to exhibit at the #ISEShow this year for the first time. We showcased several of our flagship products. At the show rAVe [PUBS] were kind enough to shoot a number of clips with our very own Director of Sales for Europe, Middle East and Africa, Berend Blokzijl demonstrating the products. One of the highlights was our SAPPHIRE BBG-2110-4Ho/4Sio, which won the Best of Show Award in the AVTechnology category. This quad-channel SMPTE ST 2110 - 20/22 baseband to HDMI/SDI converter simplifies displaying received baseband and JPEG-XS* content on HDMI monitors - compact, cost-effective, and designed for easy mounting. Watch Berend discuss our award-winning converter here: snip.ly/rk12h0 ·     Alongside this clip you can also discover our Ultrablue IP Multiviewer software based multiviewer: snip.ly/yl5rj6 ·     Our WAVE CP-84L control panel with 84 back lit LCD buttons: snip.ly/kw027p ·     Our 9905MPx Video processor with INDIGO 2110 -DC-01 for ST2110 support: snip.ly/t8uupe ·     Our HPF Max new Open Gear Frame: snip.ly/1js93j Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth. #Broadcast #ProAV #ISE2024 #Cobaltfamily

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  • At Cobalt Digital, we’re committed to staying ahead of technology advancements, and the 2024 UEFA European Soccer Championship provided a perfect example of innovation in action. This milestone event showcased the implementation of Advanced HDR by Technicolor, with French broadcaster M6 collaborating with key technology partners to enhance visual quality while addressing operational and economic challenges in delivering HDR content at scale. In a recent BizTechReports webinar, industry experts shared key insights from this groundbreaking HDR broadcast. Ryan Wallenberg, VP of Engineering at Cobalt Digital, highlighted how our solutions integrate Advanced HDR by Technicolor processes: "From a production perspective, Cobalt Digital tools enable seamless transitions between SDR and HDR content. This automation dynamically adjusts signals while maintaining high-quality output, ensuring a consistent experience across platforms." Watch here - snip.ly/fjzv35 Read the article here - snip.ly/s1va13 #HDR #SportsBroadcasting #TechInnovation #AVInnovation

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