OVERVIEW
Using the Redpark USB-C Gigabit + Power Adapter with an NDI app on your iPhone gives you a solid wired connection with continuous power, which significantly improves:
- Stream reliability and stability
- Video quality and frame rate
- Battery life during prolonged use
Redpark USB-C Gigabit + Power Adapter – Overview
- The adapter (model C6-NETUSBC) connects USB-C iPads and iPhones to Gigabit Ethernet while simultaneously providing power coming from the Apple USB-C charger that came with your iPad or iPhone.
- It uses standard USB-C to USB-C cables (sold separately) and delivers up to 700 Mbps network throughput, supplying 5 V at 3 A, meeting Apple’s charging specs.
- As soon as you plug it in, the adapter is recognized by iOS as a wired network interface available to any iOS app.
NDI Apps on iPhone: Network Requirements & Wired Use
Apps like Siena NDI Cam, NDI HX Camera, and RØDE Capture:
- Turn an iPhone it into a live-streaming camera over your network.
- Can Struggle with Wi-Fi instability, causing dropped frames or lag.
- Work best with Wired Ethernet connection for smooth, reliable performance with low latency
Features and Benefits
| Function | Redpark Adapter Features | Benefits for NDI App on iPhone |
|---|---|---|
| Network connection | Gigabit Ethernet | Stable, high-bandwidth (up to 700 Mbps) wired link |
| Power delivery | Complies with Apple’s USB-C charging specification | Keeps iPhone charged during extended streaming |
| App support | Recognized as a network by any iOS app | NDI apps can send video over a reliable wired connection |
| Stability / Performance | Bypasses Wi-Fi limitations | Reduced latency, fewer frame drops, and minimal interference |