HuskerVision Upgrades Lincoln Facility to IP Infrastructure
The University of Nebraska production hub now utilizes an SMPTE ST 2110 IP environment.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Data Centers
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HuskerVision has completed a significant technology overhaul at the University of Nebraska, transitioning its production facility to an advanced IP-based infrastructure. The project replaces outdated baseband systems with modern connectivity to support high-end broadcast requirements.
Why it matters
This transition enables the university to meet current demands for UHD and HDR production while providing students with hands-on experience using professional-grade broadcast technology. Replacing legacy infrastructure ensures the facility can handle increasingly complex signal transport needs.
The new facility features 100GbE connectivity and three control rooms equipped with Kayenne K-Frame SXP-I switchers. It utilizes Grass Valley LDX 135 and LDX 150 cameras alongside XCU Xpress UXF base stations to support HD, 3G, and 12G UHD production.
The players
HuskerVision
This is the production division at the University of Nebraska responsible for managing media and live broadcasting operations.
BeckTV
This organization is a systems integrator specializing in the design and installation of professional broadcast facilities.
Grass Valley
This company is a provider of live production solutions and broadcast hardware for media companies globally.
The details
BeckTV served as the systems integrator, overseeing the move to an SMPTE ST 2110 IP environment that allows for seamless integration of Grass Valley and third-party systems. Centralized control servers manage color and HDR across the camera fleet to ensure consistent visual quality.
Timeline
The facility project spanned a total of six months.
Grass Valley will exhibit at the NAB Show New York on October 21-22, 2026.
The Tech Race
The transition to IP-based production marks a shift away from traditional baseband infrastructure toward standardized, high-speed networking. This move aligns the University of Nebraska with global broadcast leaders adopting SMPTE ST 2110 standards to maintain competitive production capabilities.
The upgrade directly improves the quality and technical range of local live broadcasts for the community and viewers. It also provides students with professional workflow experience using 100GbE network environments that are becoming the standard in modern media production.
The takeaway
Adopting IP-based production environments allows institutions to scale their media capabilities while maintaining high-definition standards. Upgrading to network-based infrastructure provides greater flexibility for integrating diverse hardware compared to traditional analog setups.
Further reading
Learn more about evolving infrastructure requirements at Data Centers.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Sports Video Group.
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