Matrox Monarch HD
- Simultaneous Live Streaming & Recording
- HDMI Input and Output
- Up to 20Mbps Streaming/30Mbps Recording
- H.264 RTSP/RTMP Compliant Streaming
Details
The Matrox Monarch HD is an HDMI input & output streaming and recording device that can stream live events and record master versions for post-production or storage at the same time. The streaming and recording functions are totally independent of each other, and therefore recording quality is not affected by streaming bandwidth, and record controls can be operated without disturbing streaming operations. Recorded files are available anytime during a streaming session for use as complementary streaming videos.
The Matrox Monarch HD generates RTSP/RTMP compliant H.264 streams from any HDMI source using a built-in encoder and multi-tap 10-bit scaler and de-interlacer. It records the live streams as H.264 MP4 files with two channels of embedded AAC audio to an optional SD card, USB drive, or network-mapped drive. Network-mapped drives are useful if multiple users will need to access the recorded footage. Streaming bitrates can be assigned at up to 20Mbps and recording bitrates at up to 30Mbps. You can stream to your own server or to CDNs like YouTube.
The Matrox Monarch HD can stream live events from HDMI sources and record master versions for post at the same time. The streaming and recording functions are independent, and recording quality is not affected by streaming bandwidth. Recorded files are available anytime during a streaming session for use as complementary streaming videos.
H.264 Streaming & Recording
Monarch HD encodes video from any HDMI source in H.264 in RTSP/RTMP compliant protocols using a built-in encoder and multi-tap 10-bit scaler and de-interlacer. It records the live streams as H.264 MP4 files with two channels of embedded AAC audio to an optional SD card, USB drive, or network-mapped drive. Network-mapped drives are useful if multiple users will need to access the recorded footage. Streaming bitrates can be assigned at up to 20Mbps and recording bitrates at up to 30Mbps. You can stream to your own server or to CDNs like YouTube.
Compact and Simple-to-Use Design
Monarch HD features one-touch stream and record front panel push buttons and an Ethernet jack for Web UI access via connection to a router. It's fanless, consumes little power, and has a locking power connector. It can be used desktop, and three units can be installed in a 1RU rack.
Specifications
| HDMI Video Input | Progressive: 1920 x 1080 @ 60/59.94/50/24/23.98 fps 1280 x 720 @ 60/59.94/50 fps Interlaced: 1920 x 1080i @ 29.97/25 fps Video input format is auto-detected |
| HDMI Video Output | Pass-through of video input signal 1 frame delay from input to output |
| Audio Input | Processes first two channels of audio embedded in HDMI input signal Unbalanced analog stereo input via 1/8" jack (3.5 mm) Line level |
| Audio Output | Pass-through of all embedded audio channels in HDMI signal Unbalanced analog stereo output via 1/8" jack (3.5 mm) -- pass-through of input Line level |
| Video Encoder | Built-in H.264/MPEG-4 Part 10 (AVC) |
| Resolutions | Selectable encoding resolutions: 96 x 96 to 1920 x 1080 |
| Video Bit Rates | 100 kbps to 30 Mbps for recording 100 kbps to 20 Mbps for streaming When both streaming and recording resolutions are above 1280 x 720, the encode parameters must be identical for both processes. Independent record and streaming settings are available when either the streaming or the recording resolution is 1280 x 720 or below. |
| Encode Frame Rates | Encode frame rates representing 1:1, 1/4, and 1/4 of the input frames rates are supported The maximum encoded frame rate is 30 fps when input resolution is 1920 x 1080 |
| Encoding Profiles | Baseline, Main, and High |
| Encoding Controls | 2.0, 3.0, 3.1, 4.0, 4.1 level support IBP GOP size and structure Variable bit rate support De-blocking filter |
| Audio Encoder | MPEG-4 AAC |
| Audio Encoding | Standard AAC-LC |
| Sample Frequency | 44.1 and 48 kHz when digitized from analog source |
| Channels | 2 channels stereo (L/R) |
| Audio Bit Rates | Range from 96 kbps to 256 kbps |
| Scaler | High quality multi-tap 10-bit scaler and de-interlacer Advanced noise filtering Available to both streaming and recording operations |
| Recording Formats | MP4 with two channels of embedded AAC audio |
| Network Interface | RJ45 connector providing 10/100/1000 Base-T Ethernet with Static or DHCP addressing Protocols: RTMP, RTSP/RTP IPv4 support Unicast and Multi Unicast |
| User Interface | HTTP computer based control via standard PC or Mac web browser Front panel push buttons for independent streaming and recording Start/Stop control |
| Storage | 2x USB 2.0: Support for NTFS file system Monarch HD will support writing to USB 3.0 devices at USB 2.0 speeds 1x SD card slot: Supports SD and SDHC cards Network mapped drive: Support for writing to Shared Folders in computers found on a network using NFS or Windows share protocols |
| Transport and Storage | Max operating altitude: 9,842 ft (3,000 m) Max transport altitude: 39,370 ft (12,000 m) Storage humidity: 5 to 95% relative humidity (non-condensing) |
| Regulatory | FCC Class B, CE Mark Class B, ACMA C-Tick Mark, VCCI RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC |
| Power | Line voltage: 100-240 V AC, 0.5A Frequency: 50-60 Hz Input: external AC/DC adapter -- IEC320-C14 Output: +5 VDC, 3A max Total power consumption: 15 W DIN4 locking power connector |
| Operating Temperature | 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C) |
| Operating Humidity | 20 to 80% relative humidity (non-condensing) |
| Dimensions | 5.6 x 4.3 x 1.2" (14.2 x 10.9 x 3 cm) 5.6 x 4.4 x 1.2" (14.2 x 11.2 x 3 cm) with optional SD card inserted |
| Weight | 0.66 lb (300 g) excluding power supply |
What's In The Box
- Matrox Monarch HD
- External Power Supply
- IEC-C13 Power Cord (US and EU)
- GB/AU Adapter
- 2-Year Limited Warranty