By Magewell

Ultra Encode SDI

Regular price $1,289.00
Regular price Sale price $1,289.00
SKU: MG-531200000

Flexible SDI Encoding and Streaming

The Magewell Ultra Encode SDI is a standalone encoder for streaming SDI video to online platforms and IP destinations. It combines SDI input and loop-through connections with configurable video and audio encoding and a range of streaming protocols.

With support for SD, HD and 3G-SDI signals, dual-stream encoding and browser-based management, Ultra Encode SDI is suited to broadcast, live events, education and other applications that need to distribute professional video over IP.

Features include:

  • One SD/HD/3G-SDI input and one SDI loop-through output.

  • Support for SD, HD and 3G-SDI standards and a range of common video formats and frame rates.

  • Support for 10-bit and 12-bit YCbCr video sampling.

  • Embedded SDI audio support for up to 16 channels.

  • 3.5 mm line input and line output for two-channel audio.

  • H.264 and H.265 (HEVC) video encoding.

  • Dual-stream encoding with configurable main and sub streams.

  • Video encoding bitrate of 16 Mbps.

  • Two-channel AAC audio encoding with selectable bitrates.

  • Streaming support for RTSP, RTMP/RTMPS, SRT, NDI HX2, HLS, TS over UDP, TS over RTP and TVU ISSP.

  • Support for up to six simultaneous sessions for RTMP/RTMPS, SRT Caller/Listener and TS over UDP/RTP, subject to protocol-specific limits.

  • Native streaming support for Twitch, YouTube and Facebook.

  • Gigabit Ethernet, dual-band Wi-Fi and support for an optional USB 4G/5G modem.

  • Web UI for preview, encoding settings, stream management and up to eight overlays per stream.

  • API support for third-party control systems and registration with Magewell Control Hub.

Flexible Streaming Options

Ultra Encode SDI supports a range of streaming protocols, including RTMP/RTMPS, SRT, NDI HX2, HLS, RTSP and transport streams over UDP or RTP. It can also stream natively to Twitch, YouTube and Facebook.

Session capacity depends on the protocol. The device supports up to six sessions for several protocols, while HLS and RTSP are limited to one session and NDI HX2 to two sessions.

Configurable Encoding and Management

H.264 and H.265 encoding, dual-stream output and configurable video and audio settings allow the stream to be tailored to the destination. The browser-based Web UI provides access to device status, encoded-video preview and streaming controls.

Text, picture and clock overlays can be configured for each stream. APIs are also available for third-party control systems, and the encoder can be registered with Magewell Control Hub for centralised management.

SDI Connections and Network Access

The SDI input supports SD, HD and 3G formats, with an SDI loop-through connection for passing the source signal on to other equipment. Audio can be embedded in the SDI signal or supplied through the 3.5 mm line input.

For network connectivity, Ultra Encode SDI provides Gigabit Ethernet and Wi-Fi in station or access point mode. A USB 4G/5G modem can also be used; the modem is not supplied.

Product Specifications



Specification Details
Product type Standalone SDI encoder and streaming device
SDI connections 1 Γ— input and 1 Γ— loop-through; SD/HD/3G-SDI
Video sampling YCbCr 10-bit 4:2:2, 10-bit 4:4:4:4, 12-bit 4:2:2 and 12-bit 4:4:4
Audio input 16-channel embedded SDI audio; 2-channel 3.5 mm line input
Audio output 3.5 mm line output
Video encoding H.264 and H.265 (HEVC); dual-stream encoding
Video bitrate 16 Mbps
Audio encoding 2-channel AAC; selectable bitrates from 16 to 256 kbps
Streaming protocols RTSP, RTMP/RTMPS, SRT Caller/Listener, NDI HX2, HLS, TS over UDP/RTP and TVU ISSP
Network connections 1 Γ— RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet; Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac; USB modem support
Other connections 1 Γ— USB Type-A
Power supply DC 5 V/3 A
Maximum power consumption Approximately 7.16 W
Dimensions 106.6 Γ— 106.2 Γ— 25 mm
Operating temperature 0 to 40 Β°C
Magewell AV Hardware Ultra Encode SDI
Regular price $1,289.00
Regular price Sale price $1,289.00

Technical details


Flexible SDI Encoding and Streaming

The Magewell Ultra Encode SDI is a standalone encoder for streaming SDI video to online platforms and IP destinations. It combines SDI input and loop-through connections with configurable video and audio encoding and a range of streaming protocols.

With support for SD, HD and 3G-SDI signals, dual-stream encoding and browser-based management, Ultra Encode SDI is suited to broadcast, live events, education and other applications that need to distribute professional video over IP.

Features include:

  • One SD/HD/3G-SDI input and one SDI loop-through output.

  • Support for SD, HD and 3G-SDI standards and a range of common video formats and frame rates.

  • Support for 10-bit and 12-bit YCbCr video sampling.

  • Embedded SDI audio support for up to 16 channels.

  • 3.5 mm line input and line output for two-channel audio.

  • H.264 and H.265 (HEVC) video encoding.

  • Dual-stream encoding with configurable main and sub streams.

  • Video encoding bitrate of 16 Mbps.

  • Two-channel AAC audio encoding with selectable bitrates.

  • Streaming support for RTSP, RTMP/RTMPS, SRT, NDI HX2, HLS, TS over UDP, TS over RTP and TVU ISSP.

  • Support for up to six simultaneous sessions for RTMP/RTMPS, SRT Caller/Listener and TS over UDP/RTP, subject to protocol-specific limits.

  • Native streaming support for Twitch, YouTube and Facebook.

  • Gigabit Ethernet, dual-band Wi-Fi and support for an optional USB 4G/5G modem.

  • Web UI for preview, encoding settings, stream management and up to eight overlays per stream.

  • API support for third-party control systems and registration with Magewell Control Hub.

Flexible Streaming Options

Ultra Encode SDI supports a range of streaming protocols, including RTMP/RTMPS, SRT, NDI HX2, HLS, RTSP and transport streams over UDP or RTP. It can also stream natively to Twitch, YouTube and Facebook.

Session capacity depends on the protocol. The device supports up to six sessions for several protocols, while HLS and RTSP are limited to one session and NDI HX2 to two sessions.

Configurable Encoding and Management

H.264 and H.265 encoding, dual-stream output and configurable video and audio settings allow the stream to be tailored to the destination. The browser-based Web UI provides access to device status, encoded-video preview and streaming controls.

Text, picture and clock overlays can be configured for each stream. APIs are also available for third-party control systems, and the encoder can be registered with Magewell Control Hub for centralised management.

SDI Connections and Network Access

The SDI input supports SD, HD and 3G formats, with an SDI loop-through connection for passing the source signal on to other equipment. Audio can be embedded in the SDI signal or supplied through the 3.5 mm line input.

For network connectivity, Ultra Encode SDI provides Gigabit Ethernet and Wi-Fi in station or access point mode. A USB 4G/5G modem can also be used; the modem is not supplied.

Product Specifications



Specification Details
Product type Standalone SDI encoder and streaming device
SDI connections 1 Γ— input and 1 Γ— loop-through; SD/HD/3G-SDI
Video sampling YCbCr 10-bit 4:2:2, 10-bit 4:4:4:4, 12-bit 4:2:2 and 12-bit 4:4:4
Audio input 16-channel embedded SDI audio; 2-channel 3.5 mm line input
Audio output 3.5 mm line output
Video encoding H.264 and H.265 (HEVC); dual-stream encoding
Video bitrate 16 Mbps
Audio encoding 2-channel AAC; selectable bitrates from 16 to 256 kbps
Streaming protocols RTSP, RTMP/RTMPS, SRT Caller/Listener, NDI HX2, HLS, TS over UDP/RTP and TVU ISSP
Network connections 1 Γ— RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet; Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac; USB modem support
Other connections 1 Γ— USB Type-A
Power supply DC 5 V/3 A
Maximum power consumption Approximately 7.16 W
Dimensions 106.6 Γ— 106.2 Γ— 25 mm
Operating temperature 0 to 40 Β°C

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