AIMS' Install Working Group Chair To Lead Seminar At InfoComm

The Install Working Group Chair of the Alliance for IP Media Solutions (AIMS), Rich Zwiebel, is to lead a seminar at InfoComm 2018.

The seminar, titled 'Interoperability Standards for IP-Based Audio and Video', is designed to give attendees a clear understanding of how to use standards in their products, designs, and systems.

The session will include a technical discussion of AIMS-endorsed standards, specifically AES67 and SMPTE ST 2110.

The two-hour seminar will begin at 10am on 05 June, at the Westgate Hotel Las Vegas in Pavilion 10.

Rich Zwiebel is currently the chair of the AIMS Install Working Group and is VP of Systems Strategy at QSC Audio. He formerly served as chairman of the Media Networking Alliance (MNA) before MNA's merger with AIMS earlier this year. The merger combined both organisations' years of work related to the adoption of AES67. The MNA had been supporting AV network interoperability via the use of AES67 in the install and live systems markets, while AIMS had been doing similar work as part of its promotion of IP-based video standards in the media and entertainment industry. The merger of the two organisations, known collectively as AIMS resulted in the formation of one entity promoting interoperable IP audio and video solutions.

"AIMS is devoted to fostering the adoption of recognised standards. With the ratification of SMPTE ST 2110, it's more important than ever to understand how all the standards work together and how best to implement them," said Michael Cronk, AIMS board chair. "We encourage anyone investigating or responsible for transporting audio and video over networks — whether an engineer or a networking professional — to attend this session and learn more about building solutions for a successful transition to IP."

In addition to the seminar, on Wednesday, 06 June, AIMS will host a reception for members, the press, and anyone interested in interoperability standards for IP. The reception will be held at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Room N250 at 5.30pm.

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