Magewell Ultra Encode HDMI Overview
Stream up to DCI 4K video from your HDMI source device with the Ultra Encode HDMI Plus Universal 4K Encoder from Magewell. The versatile compact device supports input resolutions up to DCI 4K60 with a 4:2:0 color space and DCI 4K30 with 4:4:4 or 4:2:2, encoded to NDI|HX2, NDI|HX3, and H.264/H.265, and live streamed via Wi-Fi or Ethernet to a wide range of IP destinations, including Facebook Live, Twitch, and YouTube.
The unit offers an HDMI input and respective loop-through output as well as two USB-A ports that enable you to add optional modems to facilitate 4G/5G streaming worldwide. Supported streaming protocols include various flavors of NDI, RTMP, RTMPS, SRT, and HLS. The unit can be remotely controlled via a web browser on a computer or smartphone and powered via PoE (Power over Ethernet), and it can be mounted using the included T-bracket.
Features at a Glance
HDMI input and loop output
Gigabit Ethernet and Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Support RTSP, RTMP, RTMPS, SRT Caller, SRT Listener, NDI|HX2, NDI|HX3, HLS, TS over UDP, and TS over RTP/TVU ISSP streaming protocols
Dual stream encoding with main stream and sub-stream
Eight overlays for both main and sub-streams
Specify main stream or sub-stream for each streaming session
H.264 and H.265 (HEVC) video codecs
AAC audio encoder with 3.5mm analog input and output
A Web UI remote network management system provides webpage configuration and device functions
Optional USB 4G/5G mobile broadband modem
Magewell Ultra Encode HDMI Specs
Inputs / Outputs
| Video Inputs | 1x HDMI Female |
| Audio Inputs | 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Analog Female |
| Video Outputs | 1x HDMI Female (Loop Output) |
| Audio Outputs | 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Analog Female (Loop Output) |
| Other I/O | 2x USB-A Unspecified Input/Output (Shared Modem) |
| Expansion Slots | No |
Format Support
| Input Video Format | HDMI (8/10/12-Bit 4:4:4/4:2:2/4:2:0 RGB, YCC) DCI 4K at 30/60 fps DCI 2K at 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/47.95/48/50/59.94/60 fps 1080p at 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps 1080i at 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps 720p at 25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps 576p at 25 fps 576i / 625 lines at 50 fps 480p at 29.97 fps 480i / 525 lines at 59.94 fps |
| Input Audio Format | Analog |
| Output Video Format | RJ45 / USB-A / Wireless DCI 4K at 15/23.98/24/25/29.97/30 fps DCI 2K at 15/23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps 1080p at 15/23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps 720p at 15/23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps UXGA (1600 x 1200) at 15/23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps 1440 x 900 at 15/23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps SXGA (1280 x 1024) at 15/23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps 1280 x 960 at 15/23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps WXGA (1280 x 800) at 15/23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps 1280 x 720 (Non-Standard WXGA) at 15/23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps XGA (1024 x 768) at 15/23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50 fps 960 x 540 at 15/23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps SVGA (800 x 600) at 15/23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps 768 x 576 at 15/23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps 720 x 576 at 15/23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps 720 x 540 at 15/23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps 720 x 480 at 15/23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps VGA (640 x 480) at 15/23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps 640 x 360 15/23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps |
| Output Audio Format | Analog |
| Embedded Audio | HDMI Input: 8-Channel HDMI Output: 8-Channel LAN (RJ45)/NDI/USB/Wireless Output: 2-Channel |
Standards
| EDID Support | Auto-Detect |
| HDR Support | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
IP Streaming
| Video IP Encoding | H.264, H.265, HLS, NDI|HX2, NDI|HX3, RTMP, RTMPS, RTP, RTSP, SRT, TCP, TS, UDP: 480 x 270 to 2048 x 1080 at 5, 10, 15, 23.98p, 24p, 25p, 29.97p, 30p, 50i, 50p, 59.94i, 59.94p, 60p (1.5 to 62 Mb/s) |
| Audio IP Encoding | AAC: 16.00 to 256.00 Kb/s |
Hardware
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) *Built-In |
Power
| Power I/O | 1x USB-B (5 VDC at 3 A) Input |
| Power Consumption | Device: 7.16 W |
Environmental
| Operating Temperature | 32 to 140°F / 0 to 60°C |
| Storage Temperature | -4 to 140°F / -20 to 60°C |
| Operating Humidity | 5 to 90% () |
General
| Rack Form Factor | No |
| Dimensions | 4.2 x 4.2 x 1" / 106.6 x 106.2 x 25 mm |
Packaging Info
| Package Weight | 1.525 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 9.3 x 7.1 x 2.6" |
In the Box
- Magewell Ultra Encode HDMI Plus Universal 4K Encoder
- 5 VDCPower Adapter
- HDMI Cable
- USB-A to USB-B Cable
- Wi-Fi Antenna
- T-Bracket
- 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty (On Encoder)
- 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty (On Power Adapter)
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