Hear the latest in broadcast media technology from experts who work with top companies in the industry. Got questions about 4K and HDR, IP video, test and measurement, and broadcasting standards? You'll probably find the answers you need in this podcast. Learn more about Leader Electronics at www.leader.co.jp/en
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August 21, 20265 min
Getting SDI and PTP in Sync
Moving from SDI to IP? Getting your SDI network and PTP network timed to the same exact timing source and starting point is key to switching between your 2110 network and SDI network without going through a complete reclocker. In this video, we look at what to measure, why your horizontal offset will move a little, and where your 2110 video should actually start. We also look at why the timing between both links needs to be identical when using a red/blue or amber/blue network. And when you're ready to start your IP migration, don’t begin by touching the live core. Start in a controlled environment, learn the timing behavior of your devices, and prove your assumptions before you scale. #ST2110 #PTP #SDI #IPMigration
August 20, 20262 min
Testing PTP the Right Way
Why pulling the PTP cable isn't enough; test GPS failures too. It's really important to understand the priorities, the clock class, and how to set up a proper network and how to test that network. You do need to test not only just removing PTP, but also removing just the GPS lock and have it go into clock class seven and make sure you do have that change of state all the way through your system. One of the other things that is vitally important in looking at in a real world scenario is PTP timing. #PTP #Timing #GPS #Broadcast
August 18, 20263 min
Why IP Packet Loss Looks Different
When you’re working with ST 2110 and hybrid SDI/IP systems, you need visibility into more than the picture. You need to see what’s happening with your IP flows, packet timing, PTP, redundancy, and the video and audio those packets carry. Leader offers you analysis tools to see those relationships clearly, troubleshoot problems faster, and work in IP with greater confidence. #ST2110 #IPVideo #BroadcastTechnology #BroadcastEngineering #Leader
August 18, 20264 min
How BMCA Really Chooses a Grandmaster
If you’re working in a hybrid SDI and IP environment, getting timing right across both sides of your facility is critical. As Leader’s Steve Holmes explains, your SDI network and your PTP network need to be timed to the same source and the same starting point. If your timing is aligned correctly, you can move between those sources while keeping everything perfectly synchronized. But there’s more to check than whether your PTP system is going. Steve Holmes walks you through what broadcast engineers should be looking at. You’ll hear about the relationship between PTP and Blackburst, as well as timing across redundant IP networks. #SDItoIP #IPVideo #BroadcastTechnology #BroadcastEngineering #Leader
July 17, 202643 min
Answers to Your Top Questions on IP Transition for Broadcasters (Leader & Heartland Video Systems webinar)
If your facility is transitioning from SDI to IP – or you anticipate a move toward IP in the future – you likely have a lot of questions. You need trusted guidance from experts who have had a hand in countless ST 2110 installations to make sure you avoid common roadblocks. During this webinar brought to you by Leader and Heartland Video Systems, Steve Holmes and Joe Trombetta from Leader and Joe Turbolski from Heartland will discuss the questions they hear frequently from broadcast engineers as they deploy IP systems. You'll find out: How to get started with IP using a low-risk "sandbox" approach Common challenges engineers face when implementing ST 2110 How to integrate PTP with your existing sync system Key test and measurement considerations Best practices for networking and Ethernet in IP environments Whether you’re planning a new IP installation at your station, or just wanting to know what to expect someday down the road, this webinar will provide clear steps to get you started with the best possible foundation to ensure success in your IP facility. After watching, visit https://leaderphabrix.com/ and https://www.heartlandvideosystems.com/ to find out more. About Leader: Leader has earned a worldwide reputation for designing and manufacturing highly accurate, practical, and powerful test & measurement instruments. Made for broadcast, production, post-production, research, product development, and service applications, Leader products are built for reliability and versatility. Leader has helped many customers manage their transition from analog to digital, from SD to HD, from HD to 4K/UHD, from SDR to HDR, and from BT.709 to BT.2020 wide color gamut. Leader also provides SMPTE ST 2022-7 and ST 2110 support for the transition from SDI to IP. Find out more at https://leaderphabrix.com/ .
April 9, 202625 min
New & improved from Leader at NAB: test with clarity, measure with accuracy, monitor with confidence
As your workflows evolve toward IP, HDR, 4K/UHD, and hybrid cloud/on-prem environments, Leader is your source for trusted tools that evolve with you so you can test with clarity, measure with accuracy, and monitor with confidence. On this 30-minute preview event, Steve Holmes and Kevin Salvidge give you a sneak peek at what you’ll find at the Leader booth during NAB 2026. Whether you can attend the show or not, and whether you’re interested in remote production, broadcast QC, post-production and color, hybrid SDI/IP, NDI, or the ease of handhelds, you’ll see updates to your favorite analysis tools that will give you greater flexibility and efficiency. You’ll find out about: New ways to use the LeaderPhabrix LPX500 Waveform Monitor that add to its versatility, including an extended dual monitor, rackmount, and desktop setup for portability New features on the Leader LV5600W Waveform Monitor and LV7600W Rasterizer that will make these popular tools more powerful than ever for REMI and remote production with WebRTC The new SyncAlign technology on the Leader LT4670 Sync Pulse Generator and LT4448 Emergency Changeover Unit that prevents reference mismatch, saving you broadcast interruptions The portable PHABRIX Sx handheld series, including the feature-rich Sx TAG that allows for hybrid IP and SDI generation and analysis on the go You can check out new and updated tools and so much more at https://leaderphabrix.com/. About Leader: Leader has earned a worldwide reputation for designing and manufacturing highly accurate, practical, and powerful test & measurement instruments. Made for broadcast, production, post-production, research, product development, and service applications, Leader products are built for reliability and versatility. Leader has helped many customers manage their transition from analog to digital, from SD to HD, from HD to 4K/UHD, from SDR to HDR, and from BT.709 to BT.2020 wide color gamut. Leader also provides SMPTE ST2022-7 and ST2110 support for the transition from SDI to IP. Find out more at https://leaderphabrix.com/.
April 6, 20267 min
Leader @ NAB 2026 Interview with the IABM
Leader's Steve Holmes and Kevin Salvidge chat with the IABM's Stan Moote about NAB 2026 plans and discuss the latest in IP, hybrid workflows, and advanced test & measurement solutions. Leader Electronics: https://leaderphabrix.com/
March 20, 202649 min
How to Properly Implement a PTP Solution In Your Station (Leader & Heartland Video Systems webinar)
As PTP has become the backbone of ST 2110 synchronization, many broadcasters have experienced unexpected PTP behavior, reference mismatches, and unplanned grandmaster changeovers that disrupt operations and compromise on-air stability. During this webinar brought to you by Leader and Heartland Video Systems, Steve Holmes from Leader will discuss the practical challenges you face when deploying and maintaining PTP-based timing infrastructures. You’ll find out: How and why PTP reference mismatches occur What triggers unnecessary grandmaster switching How to recognize early warning signs of PTP problems The recommended design principles for broadcast-focused PTP architectures Best practices for ensuring consistent, deterministic synchronization across hybrid SDI/IP environments Whether you’re planning a new IP installation at your station, or already managing an existing PTP network, this webinar will provide clear guidance on building a reliable timing platform that avoids common pitfalls like lip-sync issues, video artifacts, or complete loss of synchronization. If you’d like the Leader white paper, PTP System Commissioning: A Series of Grandmaster Changeover Tests for PTP Systems in IP Media Networks, get your copy here: https://keap.page/bk673/leader-lt4670-white-paper-sign-up.html About Leader: Leader has earned a worldwide reputation for designing and manufacturing highly accurate, practical, and powerful test & measurement instruments. Made for broadcast, production, post-production, research, product development, and service applications, Leader products are built for reliability and versatility. Leader has helped many customers manage their transition from analog to digital, from SD to HD, from HD to 4K/UHD, from SDR to HDR, and from BT.709 to BT.2020 wide color gamut. Leader also provides SMPTE ST 2022-7 and ST 2110 support for the transition from SDI to IP. Find out more at https://leaderphabrix.com/ .
March 20, 20265 min
Visit Leader at NAB 2026 and join the preview webinar to see what's new and improved!
Test with Clarity. Measure with Accuracy. Monitor with Confidence. Join Kevin and Steve as they preview what’s coming from Leader at NAB Show 2026, taking place April 18–22 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. After a year away, Leader returns to their traditional home in Central Hall (Booth C5516) with a full showcase of cutting-edge test and measurement solutions for both SDI and IP workflows — spanning HD, UHDTV, SDR, and HDR. What to expect: The latest updates to the PHABRIX Sx Series, including enhanced IP capabilities with Sx Tag Advanced IP analysis with the LPX500, featuring dual 100G inputs for modern media networks Precision timing solutions with the LT4670 Sync Pulse Generator and LT4448 Changeover Unit. Introduction of Sync Align technology, ensuring seamless switching between PTP and traditional reference signals — eliminating reference mismatch risks Whether you're working in live broadcast, remote production, or fixed installations, Leader has the tools to keep your workflows accurate, reliable, and future-ready. Don’t miss our Live NAB Preview Webinar April 8th 9:30am PST / 12:30pm EST / 5:30pm BST / 6:30pm CET Register via the QR code in the video to get a deeper look at what’s in store. If you're attending NAB, visit us at Booth C5516 to see everything in action. #NAB2026 #BroadcastEngineering #IPVideo #SDI #PTP #TestAndMeasurement #LeaderElectronics
If you’ve ever experienced unexpected PTP behavior, reference mismatches, or unplanned grandmaster changeovers, you know they can disrupt operations and potentially compromise on-air stability. Even if you haven’t dealt with those problems firsthand, you know they’re a risk when you’re planning a new IP installation, supporting an existing PTP network, or preparing for a phased migration. On this Leader webinar, you’ll discover practical strategies for deploying and maintaining PTP-based timing infrastructures. Drawing on real-world experience from global installations, Leader experts Steve Holmes and Kevin Salvidge take a deep dive into the common PTP challenges you come up against. You’ll also find out: How and why PTP reference mismatches occur What triggers unnecessary grandmaster switching How to recognize early warning signs before they escalate into service-affecting problems Why telecom-style “main/backup” switching philosophies can introduce risk in broadcast applications, where even the smallest timing disturbance can lead to lip-sync issues, video artifacts, or complete loss of synchronization What the recommended design principles for broadcast-focused PTP architectures are, including stable timing hierarchies, controlled changeover procedures, and robust monitoring strategies Best practices for ensuring consistent, deterministic synchronization across hybrid SDI/IP environments You can find out more by visiting https://leaderphabrix.com/ . And sign up to get a copy of the Leader PTP white paper as soon as it’s available here: https://keap.page/bk673/leader-lt4670-white-paper-sign-up.html
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