Matrox Monarch LCS Multi-Source Streaming and Recording Appliance / MHLCS/I

Matrox Monarch LCS Multi-Source Streaming and Recording Appliance / MHLCS/I\nProduct Info:\nIT administrators will find this reliable, standalone network appliance simple to set up and integrate into any open Video Management System (VMS) or Lecture Management System (LMS). Monarch LCS lets you easily define profiles for live streamed and recorded lectures by mixing camera and presentation material from SDI and HDMI sources. Once configured, this versatile H.264 encoding appliance can be operated by anyone at the push of a button. And it won’t break your budget!\nVariety of Operating Modes\nComplex recording equipment is no longer required to effectively capture presentations in lecture halls. A typical setup would consist of video and audio of the presenter and a computer source with supporting material which can be mixed into a single webcast. The operator can select a number of operating modes that include layouts such as Picture-in-picture and Side-by-side. If the operator prefers to dynamically change the inputs throughout the lecture, the Monarch LCS also offers Switcher mode. With very little set up time, the Monarch LCS can be configured to capture and deliver content such as presentations and seminars in many appealing layouts.\nViewer Defined Layouts\nKeep your audience fully engaged by putting the control in their hands. In Isolated mode, the appliance provides two independent video files or streams. This feature, when used with a compatible 3rd party player, enables the viewer to select their preferred layout. The synchronized streaming or recording of Monarch LCS’ dual inputs are invaluable when such players are used. By aligning video inputs, the viewer can seamlessly switch to their preferred layout while maintaining perfectly synced audio and video.\nEasy to Operate\nMatrox Monarch LCS can be controlled and configured via the Monarch LCS Command Center using any device on the network that supports a standard web browsing application such as a tablet. The interface is designed for operator ease-of-use and features one-click operation to start encoding from anywhere within the user interface. A number of typical streaming and recording presets are provided that define all of the encoding parameters, including resolution and bitrate. ...\n•Two independent encoding channels can be configured to either stream or record\n•The operator can select a number of production modes, such as Picture-in-Picture or Side-by-Side configurations\n•If the operator prefers to dynamically change inputs during the course of the event, Monarch LCS appliance also offers Switch mode\nTech Specs:\n•Network Interfaces : \nConnector: RJ45 providing 10/100/1000 Base-T Ethernet with Static or DHCP addressing\nProtocols: \nRTMP, RTSP/RTP.\nIPv4 Support.\nUnicast and Multi Unicast (number of clients may vary from 3 to 10). \n•User Interface : \nComputer Based control: HTTP via standard PC or Mac web browser using Monarch LCS Command Center.\nPhysical Interface: On Device push buttons for independent streaming and recording with Start/Stop control. \n•Physical : \nDimensions: \nLength (shell) - 5.6" (14.2cm), Length (shell +BNCs) - 6"(15.3cm), Width - 8.5" .(21.6 cm), \nHeight (shell) - 1.4"(3.6cm), Height (Shell + pads) - 1.5" (3.81cm).l\nWeight: 1.3 lbs, 0.6 kg.\nOperating conditions: 32 to 104 deg. F (0 to 40 deg. C), 20 to 80% relative humidity (non-condensing).\nPower:\nInput: 9-24 volts.\nConnector: Din4.\nTotal Power Consumption: 20-30 watts (42 max).\nPower Supply: \nLine Voltage: 100-240 VAC.\nFrequency: 50-60 Hz.\nInput: External AC/DC adapter - IEC320-C14.\nDIN4 Locking Power Connector.\nTransport and Storage: \nMax Operating Altitude: 3000 meters.\nMax Transport altitude: 12,000 meters.\nStorage Humidity 5 to 95% relative humidity (non-condensing).\nRegulatory:\nEMI: FCC Class A, CE Mark Class A, ACMA C-Tick Mark, VCCI\nPower-supply Safety: UL/CUL(UL60950-1), TUV-GS(EN60950-1), T-LICENSE(BS EN60950-1), CCC(GB4943.1-2011), PSE(J60950), SAA(AS/NZS60950-1), KC-MARK(K60950), S-MARK(IEC60950-1).\nRoHS Directive 2002/95/EC.\nWarranty: 2 years with free telephone support \n•Kit Contents : \nIn the box\nMatrox Monarch LCS device\nMatrox Monarch LCS external power supply\nIEC320-C14 power cords (US, GB and EU) \n•Inputs and outputs : \nSupported HDMI Video Input 1 (Video Sources):\nProgressive: 1920x1080 @ 60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25 Frames per second. 1280x720 @ 60/59.94/50 Frames per second.\nInterlaced: 1920x1080i 29.97/25 Frames per second.\nSupported HDMI Video Input 2 (Computer Sources):\nProgressive: 1920x1080 @ 60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25 Frames per second. 1280x720 @ 60/50 Frames per second.\nInterlaced: 1920x1080i 29.97/25 Frames per second\nHDMI Video Output: \nPreview output of video input signals. Preview output can be mapped from either SDI or HDMI input sources.\nNote that when input is an SD resolution, the HDMI preview output will show video window-boxed on an HD output.\nWhen HDMI output is set to Preview Mode, refer to the manual for a complete description of behavior.\nSupported SDI Video Input: \nProgressive:\n1920x1080 @ 60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25 Frames per second.\n1280x720 @ 60/59.94/50 Frames per second.\nInterlaced:\n1920x1080i @ 29.97/25 Frames per second.\n720x486i @ 29.97 Frames per second.\n720x576i @ 25 Frames per second.\nCompliant with SMPTE 259M/292M/424M (Level A) / 425M.\nSDI Video Output: Preview output of video input signals. Preview output can be mapped from either SDI or HDMI input sources.\nAudio Input: Processes the first two channels of audio embedded in HDMI or SDI input signals. Unbalanced analog stereo input via 1/8" (3.5mm) jack. Line Level.\nAudio Output: Passthrough of 8 channel of embedded audio channels in HDMI and SDI signals. Unbalanced analog stereo output via 1/8" (3.5mm) jack—passthrough of input. Line Level. Note that all outputs are active regardless of audio and video input selection.\nExtra features: Video Input Format is Auto-Detected in SDI and HDMI. All outputs are active regardless of audio and video input selection. \n•Frame synchronization : \nFrame Synchronization: \nThe Monarch LCS contains frame synchronization circuitry designed to compensate for disruptions of the input signal. \nThis circuitry is in place for both SDI and HDMI inputs. \nStreaming and recording operations will proceed cleanly with repeated or dropped frames. \n•Product Weight : 0.60 kg \n•Scaler : High Quality multi-tap 10 bit Down Scaler and De-Interlacer\nAvailable to both streaming and recording operations \n•Operating Temperature (Maximum) : 40 C \n•Operating Temperature (Minimum) : 0 C \n•Recording File Format : \nFile Type: Industry Standard MP4 and MOV files with two channels of embedded AAC audio\nRecording Lengths: \nMaximum file length of 300 minutes—irrespective of storage type used. \nFile splitting feature allows a user to record continuously for long periods by defining file segment sizes. \nThe Monarch LCS will create these sequential file segments over the course of the recording operation without losing a single frame of video.\nFile segment can have a length of 1 to 300 minutes. \n•H.264/MPEG-4 Part 10 (AVC) Video Encoder : \nResolutions: Selectable encoding resolutions ranging from: 128x128 to 1920x1080.\nBit Rates Ranges: \nSingle Encoder - Streaming mode: 16 Mbps.\nDual Encoder - Maximum of 8 Mbps for streaming channels.\nDual Encoder - Maximum of 10 Mbps for recording channels.\nEncode Frame Rates: \nEncode frame rates selection includes; 60/50, 30/25 and 15/12.5.\nNote that 50/60 fps setting is limited to following use cases:\nSingle Input, single encoder – 1080p60 and 720p60 supported in RTMP, RTSP or Recording modes.\nSingle Input, dual encoder – 720p60 in RTSP and Recording modes.\nAll other operating modes will limit the frame rate to the 30/25 fps setting regardless of encoding resolution.\nEncoding Profiles: Baseline, Main and High.\nEncoding Controls: \n2.0, 3.0, 3.1, 4.0, 4.1 Level Support.\nGOP Size.\nVariable bit rate support.\nAverage max/min data rate controls.\nDeblocking Filter. \n•MPEG-4 AAC Audio Encoder : \nStandard: AAC-LC\nSample Frequency: 32, 44.1 and 48 kHz when digitized from an analog source\nChannels: 2 channels Stereo (L/R)Bit Rates: Range from 32 kbps to 256 kbps. Note that audio codec settings are applied to both encoders. \n•Storage Types for File Recording : \n2 x USB 2.0: \nSupport for NTFS (3.1) and FAT32 file system.\nThe Monarch LCS will support writing to USB3 devices at USB2 speeds. \nAlso note, there is a very high variability in the performance capabilities of "thumb" drives (even USB3 versions). \nMany are optimized for "read" operations while the Monarch LCS requires sustained "write" capabilities. \nFor best results, Matrox recommends using powered USB drives. If small portable media is required, SD cards may be more suitable.\n1 x SD card Slot: Supports SD and SDHC cards. Only NTFS formatted SDXC cards are supported. (Class 10 highly recommended).\nNetwork Mapped Drive: Support for writing to shared folders in computers found on a network using Windows Share protocols (suitable for Windows system) as well as NFS protocols (suitable for Mac and Linux systems). \n•Streaming Video Formats Supported - H.264