At NAB 2025, the NewBlue booth buzzed with live demos, real-time graphics, and a powerful showcase of IP-based production—all driven by NewBlue Captivate. Behind the scenes, one unsung hero kept everything running smoothly: the NETGEAR M4250 AV Line switch. Compact, precise, and built for pro AV environments, it gave us the rock-solid infrastructure needed to run high-performance NDI workflows across multiple demo stations.
In a booth packed with video routing, live switching, and dynamic content displays, the NETGEAR M4250 ensured low-latency performance, clean handoffs, and stress-free operation—all in the middle of a busy trade show floor.
NDI in Action: The Power Behind Our Live Captivate Demos
NDI (Network Device Interface) is redefining modern live production by making it easier to send high-quality video over standard IP networks. At NAB, we demonstrated how Captivate Broadcast on a Fusion SDI and our new Fusion M can drive professional graphics, media playback, and real-time data—powered entirely by networked video.
With multiple NDI sources in use across our setup, we relied on the NETGEAR M4250 to:
- Route video from BirdDog encoders and cameras to Fusion appliances
- Power the Jumbotron display
- Support simultaneous live graphics playout across different demo zones
- Provide stable upstream connections for media sequencing and control workflows
The AV Line switch handled it all with no latency spikes and no reboots—exactly what you need when you’re on display in front of hundreds of broadcast professionals.
Designed for Pro AV, Built for Broadcast
What makes the NETGEAR M4250 perfect for environments like ours?
- NDI-optimized configuration profiles:No deep IT background needed—just plug and go.
- Silent, fanless operation (on compact units): Ideal for event floors and studios.
- Flexible I/O options: With models featuring 8–24 PoE+ ports, SFP, and HDMI console access, the M4250 adapts to any booth, studio, or remote van.
It’s designed to support today’s IP video workflows, and at NAB 2025, it lived up to that mission.
Thanks, NETGEAR
We want to give a huge shoutout to the NETGEAR Pro AV team for helping power one of our smoothest trade show experiences yet. From setup to breakdown, the NETGEAR M4250 gave us confidence in every stream, every display, and every visitor demo.
Learn more about NewBlue Fusion SDI, Fusion M, and Captivate Broadcast.
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