BN880 UHD ST2110 Gateway
Features
- Supports conversion between SDI and ST2110 or JPEG-XS IP formats.
- Available in two configurations — 2-channel for up to 12G-SDI, or 4-channel for up to 3G-SDI, with support for frame rates up to 60p.
- Supports PTP for accurate timing and synchronisation across all devices.
- Includes a USB-C port for out-of-band setup using BluebellConnect software.
- Supports NMOS and Ember+ protocols or can be managed via a RESTful API.
- Features 25G Ethernet IP media ports across all models; JPEG-XS-enabled models include 10G Ethernet IP media ports.
- Also offered as a modular card version for integration into rack-mounted systems.
- Encased in a compact, robust, and weatherproof enclosure, making it ideal for demanding Outside Broadcast (OB) environment
- Supports out-of-band configuration via USB-C or network connection, allowing secure and independent system setup and management.
- Optional PTP-synchronised genlock outputs provide precise timing and synchronisation for video and audio signals
BN880 UHD ST2110 Gateway
UHD ST2110 Gateways
Description
The Bluebell BN880 Series ST 2110 gateways offer advanced multi-channel conversion between SDI and ST2110 IP, catering to modern broadcast workflows with precision and efficiency. Available in two primary variants — 2-channel for 12G-SDI and 4-channel for 3G-SDI — each channel supports one video, four audio, and one ANC data flow. With the capability to handle up to 16 audio channels per flow and flexible audio re-mapping, the BN880 ensures unmatched versatility for complex signal transport requirements.
The BN880 series supports PTP (Precision Time Protocol), which enables accurate timing and synchronisation across devices, crucial for broadcast workflows. Optional PTP-synchronised genlock outputs can further enhance timing precision for video and audio signals, and the device also supports out-of-band configuration, allowing secure and independent setup and management of the system separate from the main data streams.
Designed for high-performance environments, the BN880 features dual 25G Ethernet IP media ports (SFP28) with full support for ST 2022-7 hitless redundancy, ensuring reliable and uninterrupted signal transmission. The device offers flexible control and configuration options via NMOS or Ember+, as well as a published RESTful API for seamless integration into third-party control systems. Users can also utilise MN SET software or the USB-C port with BluebellConnect for quick and easy initial network configuration.
The Bx880 range is available in two formats:
BC880: A modular design for rack-mounted applications, occupying two slots in the BC100i-3RU (15-slot) frame or BC160i-1RU (6-slot) frame. These systems support advanced monitoring via a built-in webpage and SNMP through an optional BM102i network monitoring card.
BN880: A rugged standalone enclosure tailored for portable or outdoor applications, offering the same advanced functionality in a durable form factor.
The BN880 Series includes six variants to accommodate diverse operational needs:
Bx880/2T/12G – Dual 12G-SDI Encapsulator
Bx880/2R/12G – Dual 12G-SDI Decapsulator
Bx880/1T/1R/12G – 1x 12G-SDI Encapsulator + 1x 12G-SDI Decapsulator
Bx880/4T/3G – Quad 3G-SDI Encapsulator
Bx880/4R/3G – Quad 3G-SDI Decapsulator
Bx880/2T/2R/3G – 2x 3G-SDI Encapsulator + 2x 3G-SDI Decapsulator
Optional Features:
JPEGXS - JPEG-XS Compression for 12G-SDI to 10GbE networks.
/GL – PTP-Synchronised Genlock Output for accurate signal timing.
/CS – Clean and Quiet Switching for uninterrupted signal transitions (bandwidth limitations apply).
/EP – Ember+ protocol in place of the default NMOS control.
With its modular design, advanced feature set, rugged reliability, and support for out-of-band configuration and optional genlock outputs, the BN880 Series is the perfect solution for broadcasters requiring flexible, high-quality signal transport across diverse applications, from studio production to live Outside Broadcast (OB) scenarios.
Schematic Diagram
Specifications
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SDI I/O
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Standards Compliance
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HD-SDI: SMPTE ST 292
3G-SDI: SMPTE ST 424
6G-SDI: SMPTE ST 2081
12G-SDI: SMPTE ST 2082
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Input Equalisation (Typical)
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Automatic to:
HD-SDI: 240 m @ 1.485 Gb/s
3G-SDI: 170 m @ 2.97 Gb/s
6G-SDI: 90 m @ 5.94 Gb/s
12G-SDI: 70 m @ 11.88 Gb/s
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I/O Return Loss
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<15 dB, 5 MHz – 1.485 GHz
<10 dB, 1.485 GHz – 3 GHz
<7 dB, 3 GHz – 6 GHz
<4 dB, 6 GHz – 12 GHz
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Connectors
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75-ohm BNC per IEC 60169-8, Amendment 2
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IP
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IP Media Ports
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2x 25GbE via two SFP28 Transceivers
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Hitless redundancy support
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Full support through dual physical links
ST2022-7 applies to receiver and sender streams
Class D and A
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Encapsulator Input
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1x HD-SDI
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Encapsulator Outputs
(Essence/channel)
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1x ST2110-20 (Video)
4x ST2110-30 (Audio)
1x ST2110-40 (ANC)
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Decapsulator inputs
(Essence/channel)
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1x ST2110-20 (Video)
4x ST2110-30 (Audio)
1x ST2110-40 (ANC)
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Decapsulator Output
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1x HD-SDI
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PTP support:
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ST2110-10 (AES-R16-2016)
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Traffic Shaping:
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ST2110-21
Senders: Narrow Gapped
Receivers: Narrow Gapped, Narrow Linear & Wide
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Compressed Audio:
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ST2110-31
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Encapsulation Processing delay
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- Video w/o frame-sync = less than 1 line
- Video w/frame-sync = max. 1 frame
- Audio = depends on the configured packet time
- Ancillary = depends on the sender profile
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Decapsulation Processing delay
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- Video in minimum-delay mode = min. 2 lines, max. almost 1 frame of delay (depends on the output offset configuration)
- Video in normal mode (frame buffer active) = 1 frame of delay, up to almost 2 frames of delay (depends on the output offset configuration)
- Audio/ancillary = aligned to video offset
- Clean switch = max. 2 frames of delay for the make-before-break mechanism to finish
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Clean and Quiet Switching
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OPTION, Make-before-break
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Audio Packet time:
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A/B/C all packet times, with up to 16 channels per flow
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Audio PCM sample rate(s):
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48KHz
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HDR metadata:
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Passthrough
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Management:
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IPv4, In-band via Ethernet ports
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DHCP support:
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RFC-2131 specification
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LLDP:
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IEEE- 802.1AB
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IGMP:
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V2 and V3 (RFC-2236 and RFC-3376)
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Multicast streams
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RTP - RFC 5771
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Unicast streams
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Not available
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NMOS Support
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IS-04 (Discovery) v1.2
IS-05 (Routing) v1.0
IS-08 (Audio Mapping) v1.0
IS-09 (System) - client only
BCP-002-01 (Essence Grouping)
TR-1001 Recommendation: System environment and device behaviours
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Ember+
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Bess protocol support (OPTION)
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Packet jitter tolerance:
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Class A (10ms) -7 gap between both signal + jitter on signal maximum of 10ms
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Sync
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Genlock Output
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OPTION, 1x PTP-Synchronised black and burst output
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General
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Input Voltage
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8-17V
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Power Consumption
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12W typical (Depends on SFPs used)
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Boot up time:
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~ 40 seconds
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Operating Temperature
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0-70°C
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Dimensions
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112 x 46 x 165mm excluding connectors
112 x 46 x 178mm including connectors
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| Weight | 500g (excluding SFPs) |
Open/Download
| Title | Description | Date | Open / Download |
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| BN880 Datasheet | Datasheet PDF | Open Download | |
| BN880_QSG_v1.2 | Quick Start Guide PDF | Open Download |
Ordering Information
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P/N
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Description
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BN880/2T
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Dual 12G-SDI Encapsulator
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BN880/2R
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Dual 12G-SDI Decapsulator
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BN880/1T/1R
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1x 12G-SDI Encapsulator + 1x 12G-SDI Decapsulator
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BN880/4T
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Quad 3G-SDI Encapsulator
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BN880/4R
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Quad 3G-SDI Decapsulator
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BN880/2T/2R
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2x 3G-SDI Encapsulator + 2x 3G-SDI Decapsulator
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/JPEGXS
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OPTION – JPEG-XS Compression for 12G-SDI to 10GbE networks.
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/GL
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OPTION – PTP Synchronised Genlock output
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/CS
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OPTION – Clean & Quiet Switching* (bandwidth limitations apply)
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/EP
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OPTION – Ember+ instead of NMOS
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Specifications subject to change without prior notice