Ultra Encode SDI Plus - Rackmount version for installation inside Modator 2U

SDI Encoding for Centralised Rackmount Deployment

The Magewell Ultra Encode SDI Plus Module is a video encoding module designed for centralised deployment in a Modator 2U rackmount system. It captures SDI video and provides live streaming, recording and network video output in a compact, hot-swappable form factor.

With support for SDI input and loop-through, dual-stream encoding, multiple streaming protocols and local or network recording, the module is suited to broadcast, production and other professional video workflows. It can be configured and managed through its web interface or Magewell Control Hub.

Features include:

• Module form factor for installation in a Modator 2U system.

• Hot-swappable Modator interface.

• SDI input and loop-through on two BNC ports.

• Support for SD, HD, 3G and 6G SDI standards.

• Supports video input up to 4096 × 2160p at 30 fps.

• Dual-stream encoding with H.264 or H.265 (HEVC).

• NDI HX2 and NDI HX3 support, alongside RTSP, RTMP/RTMPS, SRT, HLS and other streaming protocols.

• Streaming to up to six destinations, subject to protocol and session limits.

• Supports up to eight encoded audio streams, including one 8-channel stream and seven 2-channel streams.

• Records to the supplied 128GB microSD card, external USB storage or network-attached storage.

• Recording formats include MP4, MOV and TS.

• 3.5mm line input and output, plus embedded SDI audio support.

• Web-based configuration, stream preview, recording management and up to eight overlays per stream.

• Gigabit Ethernet and support for USB network connectivity.

SDI Capture and Encoding

The module accepts SDI signals through its BNC input and provides a loop-through output. It supports SD, HD, 3G and 6G SDI standards, with input formats including 4Kp30, 1080p and 720p.

H.264 and H.265 encoding supports a main stream and an optional sub stream. Video settings include resolution and frame-rate selection, aspect ratio conversion, cropping and image rotation.

Streaming and Recording Options

Ultra Encode SDI Plus Module supports protocols including NDI HX2, NDI HX3, RTSP, RTMP/RTMPS, SRT, HLS, TS over UDP and TS over RTP. It can stream to multiple destinations, with the number of simultaneous sessions depending on the protocol used.

Recordings can be saved to the supplied microSD card, external USB storage or supported network storage. Files can be saved as MP4, MOV or TS, and recording tasks can be scheduled or managed through the web interface.

Centralised Management

The module can be configured through its web interface, which provides access to input settings, encoding parameters, streaming destinations, recording tasks and recorded files. It also supports registration with Magewell Control Hub for remote centralised management.

A 1000Mbps Ethernet port, USB Type-C configuration port, line audio connections and Modator interface provide connectivity for installation and operation in a rackmount deployment.

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