Setting up screens across different rooms, walls, or areas can feel intimidating. And even more so if you have not done it before.
Modern AV over IP solutions change that experience by making large display setups far simpler than traditional cabling systems. These setups send audio and video material across standard network equipment, turning a multiple monitor setup into a smooth and scalable system.
With ToVi by OREI, this entire process becomes even easier thanks to its plug-and-play hardware designed specifically for HDMI to IP transport and multi-screen environments.
Traditional AV Connections vs. AV Over IP
Older installations relied on HDMI splitters or a large matrix switch. These worked, but distance limitations and cable clutter made scaling painful and just plain tiresome. Expanding a setup often meant running long HDMI cables through ceilings and walls, or replacing a small matrix switch with a larger model.
An HDMI over IP extender helps by sending a single video source to a single screen across long distances. AV over IP solutions can also go further by using standard network switches and CAT6 cables so you can route multiple sources to multiple displays like a true HDMI over IP matrix. 4K AV over IP gives you the freedom to scale and rearrange screens without pulling new cables each time.
How AV Over IP Works
At its core, AV over IP simply moves audio and video through a network. One device, an encoder, captures the source and turns it into a digital stream. A receiver converts that stream back to HDMI on the display end. A switch connects everything and distributes the data.
Step-by-Step: Connecting Multiple Displays with AV Over IP
As mentioned earlier, putting up your ToVi setup is easier than you might expect. Just follow these 4 steps and you’re all good to go:
Step 1: Connect your media input device (PC, laptop, etc.) to the transmitter.
Step 2: Connect each output device (display) to a receiver.
Step 3: Link everything using a network switch.
Step 4: Power up and select what goes where using the ToVi WebGUI.
ToVi 4K AV over IP works for retail shelving displays, office dashboards, training rooms, and so much more. With an HDMI over IP transmitter and receiver pair, the entire setup stays plug-and-play. No complicated software required, even a large multiple monitor setup can become straightforward.
Benefits of Using AV Over IP for Multi-Display Setups
This approach offers benefits that traditional wiring does not match:
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Scalability: Want to add two more screens? Or four screens? Or even ten? The network simply accepts new receivers without rewiring.
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Flexibility: Move screens, reorganize layouts, create zones, build a single display wall, or run unique content everywhere. This is all made possible now!
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Distance Freedom: The limits of HDMI cable length disappear thanks to digital network distribution.
ToVi builds its systems specifically to support high-volume deployments. For instance, the ToVi X1 Series keeps installations clean and stable whether you’re setting a commercial multi-room layout or a huge enterprise network.
These advantages turn 4K AV over IP into a practical answer for offices, hospitality environments, retail chains, and event venues that need dynamic screens.
ToVi X1 Series: Simplifying Multi-Display Connectivity
The ToVi X1 Series focuses on reducing setup time while maintaining professional quality. Installers appreciate the streamlined interface, while first-time users benefit from the straightforward design.
The included network switch supports PoE, which means AV over IP encoders and decoders get powered through Ethernet instead of having separate adaptors. With 4K AV over IP support, drag-and-drop control, and stable av solutions integration, the X1 Series keeps everything predictable and reliable.
Setting Up Your AV Over IP System
AV over IP turns complicated multi-display environments into manageable, scalable layouts that anyone can operate confidently and efficiently. A system powered with ToVi by OREI can evolve from a few screens to dozens without rebuilding your wiring or replacing hardware. Corporate teams, retail venues, and even hospitality spaces now rely on this approach for consistent, flexible, and high-quality visual communication.
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