Telos Alliance Released Zephyr Connect SE Codec
The fanless hardware platform scales from two to eight bidirectional stereo codecs via software licenses.
Updated on Oct. 5, 2026 in Software
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Telos Alliance has begun shipping the Zephyr Connect SE, a fanless hardware codec platform designed for broadcast audio transport. The unit arrives with support for two bidirectional stereo codecs out of the box.
Why it matters
The modular design enables broadcasters to scale their audio distribution capacity as demand grows without replacing existing hardware. This approach provides a flexible path for managing professional audio streams over IP-based networks.
The Zephyr Connect SE offers two bidirectional stereo codecs by default, expandable to eight via additional licenses. The platform supports standard transport protocols including Unicast UDP, TCP, and UDP Multicast alongside native Livewire+ integration.
The players
Telos Alliance
A developer of professional broadcast audio hardware and software, focusing on IP-based audio transport, mixing, and processing solutions.
The details
The Zephyr Connect SE functions as a fanless, plug-and-play solution for audio transmission. The device integrates natively with Livewire+—a proprietary AoIP (Audio over IP) protocol that routes professional audio across standard network infrastructure. It maintains backward compatibility with existing iPort HD and Zephyr Connect systems, allowing it to integrate into current broadcast workflows.
Timeline
October 5, 2026: Telos Alliance began shipping Zephyr Connect SE units.
The Tech Race
The release builds on the Telos Alliance iPort HD platform by offering a dedicated, fanless hardware appliance for audio-over-IP transport. It follows a shift toward scalable, software-defined licensing models that allow broadcasters to upgrade their port capacity without requiring new physical chassis.
Broadcast engineers can now deploy the Zephyr Connect SE as a drop-in replacement for audio-over-IP workflows requiring two to eight stereo channels. Because the device supports native Livewire+ and legacy integration, it functions within current network configurations without requiring a platform overhaul.
The takeaway
The Zephyr Connect SE provides a bridge between legacy audio-over-IP equipment and modern, scalable codec requirements. Industry professionals should monitor the release of supplemental license packages to determine the full operational cost of scaling to the eight-codec maximum.
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