IP-4c Audio over IP Codec for Broadcasters

Description

2wcom’s IP-4c is a four-channel audio over IP codec for professional broadcast use. It is designed for point-to-point and point-to-multipoint streaming in studio-to-studio, studio-to-transmitter, and related contribution workflows.

The product supports multiple audio coding formats and a wide range of IP streaming and control protocols. The page also notes support for GPIO and ancillary data transport, as well as options for multichannel operation and synchronization.

The IP-4c includes features aimed at transmission resilience and operational flexibility, such as dual streaming, Pro-MPEG FEC, RUDP, and backup or fallback options. A web interface and remote control options are provided for configuration and monitoring.

The codec is positioned for broadcast networks that need flexible IP audio transport across studio, transmitter, and field applications. Optional support for additional formats and interfaces is mentioned, including DAB+ encoder integration and compatibility with common broadcast networking protocols.