Magewell Ultra Encode HDMI Universal Encoder

Magewell Ultra Encode HDMI Universal Encoder

Stream your video content to multiple platforms simultaneously, using the Magewell Ultra Encode HDMI Universal Encoder. This encoder has both an Ethernet port and Wi-Fi and features HDMI 1.4a input and loop output, 16-channel embedded audio support, and 3.5mm audio input and output. It supports up to DCI 4K60 input and encodes up to 1080p60 in H.264/265 with 2-channel AAC audio. The dual streaming function provides both a 16 Mb/s main stream and a 2 Mb/s sub stream. Audio can be embedded into the encoding stream or extracted via the 3.5mm line out.

The Ultra Encode HDMI can stream to two destinations at the same time (limited to select protocols) and provides native support for popular platforms like Facebook, YouTube, and Twitch. Supported streaming protocols include RTSP, RTMP, RTMPS, SRT Caller, SRT Listener, NDI|HX2, HLS, TS over UDP, and TS over RTP. The Ultra Encode SDI can be controlled via a Web UI or HTTP APIs. Use this encoder on your desktop or mount it using the included T-Bracket with a 1/4"-20 thread.

Encoding

• Dual stream encoding with main stream and sub stream
• Max bit rate: main stream: 16 Mb/s, sub stream: 2 Mb/s
• H.264/H.265 (HEVC) video encoding
• 2-channel AAC audio encoding at 48 kHz, 16-bit
• 3.5mm Line In audio input

Streaming

• Native Facebook, Twitch, and YouTube support
• Multiple streaming protocols including RTSP, RTMP/S, and NDI|HX2
• Simultaneous streaming to various platforms

Web UI

• Dashboard provides real-time performance monitoring
• Live streaming configuration
• General settings
• Encoding wizards for configuring profiles
• Network management and configuration
• Firmware updates U
• ser admin management

System Requirements

• 10/100/1000Mb/s Ethernet
• Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
• USB 3G/4G mobile broadband modem (not included)

Web UI Supported Browsers

• Apple Safari 11.1 and above
• Google Chrome version 49 and above
• Microsoft Edge
• Microsoft Internet Explorer 11
• Mozilla Firefox version 61 and above
• Opera 55.0.2994.44 and above

Magewell Ultra Encode HDMI Specs

Inputs/Outputs

Video Inputs 1x HDMI (1.4a)

Audio Inputs 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS

Video Outputs 1x HDMI (1.4a) (Loop Output)

Audio Outputs 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS

Other I/O 1x RJ45 LAN

Expansion Slots No

Format Support

Input Video Format

SDI (8/10/12-Bit 4:4:4/4:2:2/4:2:0) DCI 4K at 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/59.94/60 fps

DCI 4KPsF 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/59.94/60 fps

DCI 2K 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps

1080p 23.98/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60/100/119.88/120 fps

1080i 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps

720p 25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60/144 fps

576p 50/100/144 fps

576i / 625 lines 25/50 fps

480p 59.94/60/144 fps

480i / 525 lines 29.97/30 fps

Output Video Format

HDMI (8/10/12-Bit 4:4:4/4:2:2/4:2:0)

DCI 4K at 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/59.94/60 fps

UHD 4K 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/59.94/60 fps

DCI 2K 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps

1080p 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps

1080i 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps

720p 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60/144 fps

576i / 625 lines 25/50 fps

480p 59.94/60/144 fps

480i / 525 lines 29.97/30 fps

Embedded Audio SDI

Standards

HDR Support Not Specified by Manufacturer

IP Streaming

Video IP Encoding H.264, H.265, HLS, NDI, RTMP, RTSP, SRT, TS, UDP: 480 x 270 to 1920 x 1080 at 5, 10, 15, 24p, 25p, 29.97p, 30p, 50p, 59.94p, 60p

Audio IP Encoding AAC: 16-Bit / 48 kHz (16.00 to 256.00 Kb/s)

Wireless No

Power

Power I/O 1x USB-B (5 VDC at 2 A) Input

Power Consumption 9.5 W

Environmental

Operating Temperature 32 to 72°F / 0 to 40°C

Storage Temperature -4 to 158°F / -20 to 70°C

Operating Humidity 5 to 90% ()

General

Dimensions 4.2 x 4.2 x 1" / 106.6 x 106.2 x 25 mm