The SDVoE Alliance will unveil FlexLinQ, a new reference design introduced by Semtech, at ISE 2026, expanding SDVoE support across Ethernet networks ranging from 1GbE to 10GbE.

According to the alliance, FlexLinQ is designed to allow AV-over-IP systems to operate reliably across a wider range of network conditions while preserving the low latency and visual quality associated with SDVoE deployments. The technology enables automatic link-speed training at system startup, with each connection negotiating the highest sustainable bandwidth supported by the network and cabling.

FlexLinQ supports Ethernet speeds of 10Gbps, 5Gbps, 2.5Gbps and 1Gbps. If higher speeds cannot be maintained due to factors such as cable length, cable type or installation conditions, the system automatically adapts without requiring manual configuration or user intervention.

“FlexLinQ addresses a practical problem for nearly every audiovisual environment,” said Stephane Tremblay, president of the SDVoE Alliance. “Manufacturers no longer have to design different products for different network speeds, and integrators no longer have to force every project onto 10GbE. The system adapts to the network that’s in place and maintains the performance characteristics professionals expect from SDVoE.”

For manufacturers, the alliance said FlexLinQ simplifies product development by allowing a single SDVoE-based platform to support multiple network speeds. This approach is intended to reduce development complexity, shorten time to market and enable products to be deployed across a broader range of customer environments.

Integrators may also benefit from reduced network constraints, according to the alliance. FlexLinQ allows systems to adjust automatically to existing infrastructure, removing the need for manual bandwidth planning, link-speed configuration or mandatory upgrades to 10GbE switching. The SDVoE Alliance said this can lead to more predictable deployments and faster system commissioning, particularly in environments with mixed or legacy networks.

When operating below 10GbE, FlexLinQ applies visually lossless compression only when required. The compression is dynamically managed in real time to ensure reliable signal transport while maintaining image quality and low latency. The alliance said this adaptive behavior improves system resilience over long cable runs or marginal installations by maintaining operation at the highest sustainable performance level rather than failing or requiring troubleshooting.

The SDVoE Alliance said additional details about FlexLinQ and its implementation will be shared during ISE 2026.