Introduction - Vislink UltraCoder Operator's Manual

UltraCoder Operators Manual

Introduction

1. Introduction
The Vislink UltraCoder is a lightweight 1RU, half-rack width HEVC encoder capable of encoding 4K
UHD, HD and SD video.
The system uses the latest advanced HEVC encoding techniques to offer up to 50% bit rate reduction
compared to H.264, resulting in the delivery of high quality video at low bit rates. It has the ability to
encode one 4K UHD video or up to four simultaneous HD video streams, making it the most
advanced encoder in its range. Being so lightweight, it's ideal for flyaway or vehicle mounted
applications, where weight and space is critical.
Along with Vislink's UltraDecoder this product provides a complete end to end HEVC & 4K encode
and decode solution.
The unit includes two user configurable SFP+ video interface module slots.
An Ethernet connector provides IP Video connectivity, with the flexibility to operate the
encapsulation/de-encapsulation process with internal encoding or, independently from the encoding
process.
The IP video streaming output can be sourced from the inbuilt video encoder or from an external ASI
source; the output will be packetized ASI in an Ethernet format. The IP input (same connector as the
output that can be used at the same time) can receive IP encapsulated ASI and convert back to ASI.
This ASI can either be an additional source to the 'local' encoder, forming a multiplex with it, or to
provide an independent ASI output.
IP Data can be carried over ASI, multiplexed with the local video encoder to provide a one direction
data path.
Full remote control can be made either by SNMP or by accessing the internal web server from a web
browser. A clear graphical routing page in the web-browser interface gives total control of all the
possible combinations. This common control page also contains automatic links to all adjustable
parameters of the unit at a single click.
This manual provides information on the complete range available; note that not all options are
fitted at time of manufacture, and may require a return to factory for future hardware upgrades.
Issue : 3 (16/12/2015) Page : 1
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