AV2

AV2 is an acronym used in multiple domains to denote a second generation, revision, or variant of something related to audio-visual technology. Because AV stands for audio-visual, the suffix 2 signals a subsequent version in many contexts, but AV2 does not refer to a single, universal standard or product. It is a label adopted by various vendors, projects, and organizations for different purposes.

In video and broadcasting contexts, AV2 has appeared as informal shorthand for potential second-generation codecs or encoding pipelines built on earlier AV platforms. It is not an officially standardized codec name with a single specification, and implementations or roadmaps differ by organization.

In hardware, AV2 is sometimes used as a model or series designation for devices such as cameras, capture cards, or audiovisual interfaces. When encountered in catalogs, it often indicates the second generation of a particular product line rather than a cross-industry standard.

In software and libraries related to audiovisual processing, AV2 may label a version of an API, toolkit, or framework dealing with synchronization, encoding/decoding, or media routing. Details are typically vendor-specific.

In education and media production environments, AV2 can refer to the second set of audiovisual equipment or a second-stage module within a curriculum.

Because AV2 is not tied to a single specification, readers should consult the specific product page, documentation, or context to determine what AV2 signifies in that case. See also related terms such as AV1 or other versioned AV references for context.