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Matrox MDG4-E8-I2 Monarch Edge E4 Four-Channel 8-bit HD SDI Encoder Matrox MDG4-E8-I2 Monarch Edge E4 Four-Channel 8-bit HD SDI Encoder

Matrox MDG4-E8-I2 Monarch Edge E4 Four-Channel 8-bit HD SDI Encoder

MAT-MDG4-E8-I2
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    The Matrox Monarch Edge E4 is a leading solution in 4K and multi-HD video transport for live, multi-camera events, specially designed for remote production (REMI). This model, offering 4:2:0, 8-bit encoding, is perfect for productions requiring broadcast-quality output.

    Adaptable for 4K production needs, the Monarch Edge E4 supports 4K signals via 12G-SDI or quad 3G-SDI inputs, delivering a seamless 4K stream. Future support for all SDI resolutions on ST 2110 networked I/O ports with SFP28 connectivity is planned, broadening its applicability for various production setups. Its compact design ensures that two units can easily accommodate within a single 1RU space.

    Highlighting features include high-quality 8-bit H.264 encoding, ensuring exceptional image quality, alongside exceptionally low latency, achieving “glass-to-glass” delays as minimal as 100ms. This model is specifically crafted for producing multi-angle live events with pristine quality and minimal delay, making it an essential tool for professional broadcast environments.

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    Main Features

    • Big productions, small footprint
    • Built for high quality 8-bit encoding
    • Exceptionally low latency
    • Flexible protocols
    • Versatile recording
    • Simple, easy to use Tally and Talkback
    • Comprehensive connectivity
    • Convenient, centralised control
    • Localised preview
    • Robust and practical design

    Specifications

    CONNECTIVITY

    Input Connections

    • 1 x 12G SDI per SMPTE ST 2082
    • 3 x 3G SDI per SMPTE ST 425 (Level A mapping only)
    • UHD support using 4x SDI per SMPTE ST 425-5
      • Square division
      • 2 x sample interleave
    • 2 x SFP 28 network ports (up to 25 Gbps)
    • Capture up to four independent 3 Gbps video streams or one 12 Gbps (4Kp60) stream encapsulated per SMPTE ST 2110-10, -20, and -21. Seamless protection (redundancy) according to SMPTE ST 2022-7.

    Output Connections

    • 1 x 12G SDI per SMPTE ST 2082
    • 3x 3G SDI per SMPTE ST 425 (Level A mapping only)
    • UHD support using 12G SDI per SMPTE ST 2082
      • Square division
      • 2x sample interleave
    • 2 x SFP 28 network ports (up to 25 Gbps)
    • Output up to four independent 3 Gbps video streams or one 12 Gbps (4Kp60) stream encapsulated per SMPTE ST 2110-10, -20, and -21. Seamless protection (redundancy) according to SMPTE ST 2022-7.

    Resolutions

    • 2160p at 50, 59.94, 60 fps
    • 1080p at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60 fps
    • 1080i at 25, 29.97, 30 fps
    • 720p at 50, 59.94, 60 fps

    Genlock

    • Bi-level genlock output (encoder)
    • Bi-level or tri-level genlock input (decoder)

    Digital Audio

    • 16 x channels of embedded SDI audio is supported per input
    • 8 x channels of audio support per encode using SRT or MPEG2 TS

    Analog Audio

    • 2 x channels of balanced analog audio input via XLR connector
    • 2 x channels of balanced analog audio output via XLR connector
    • 1 channel of unbalanced stereo audio output via 1/8” TRS connector

    Audio Processing

    • Embedded or analog audio channels can be compressed as a stereo pair or processed as PCM1 (uncompressed audio)
    • Multi-channel audio support as separate audio pairs

    USB Ports

    • 2 x USB 2.0 (front)
    • 1 x USB 3.0 (back)

    Confidence Preview

    • 1 x DisplayPort 1.1
    • Maximum resolution: 1920x1080

    Multi-unit support

    • Yes

    CONTROL & MANAGEMENT

    Access

    • Monarch EDGE Control Hub dedicated Windows® application
    • RESTful HTTP API

    Physical

    • On-device buttons and screen for basic set up and monitoring operations.

    COMPRESSION

    Codecs

    • Video: H.264/MPEG-4 part 10 (AVC)
    • Audio: AAC-HE and AAC-LC

    Bitrate per stream

    • Video: Up to 120 Mbps
    • Audio: From 32 to 256 Kbps

    Chroma sub-sampling

    • 4:2:0

    Encoding controls

    • Up to 5.2 level support
    • GOP size and structure
    • Variable and constant bit rate support
    • Average max/min data rate controls
    • Encoding frame rates offered independently of input frame rates

    Decoding controls

    • Scaling of HD/UHD resolutions
    • Frame rate conversions

    Profile

    • Up to High 4:2:2 profile (Hi422P)

    Latency

    • Encode latency as low as 100ms glass-to-glass (network transfers not included in value)

    Encode density/workflow examples

    • 4:2:0 - 1x 3840x2160p @60fps
    • 8x 1920x1080 @60fps
    • 16x 1920x1080 @30fps

    Plus proxy stream

    • 1 x 1080p proxy stream

    (There are a number of additional encoding profiles that can be generated per input.

    VANC ANCILLARY DATA PROCESSING (SDI and IP)

    • Closed captioning (CC) embedded in VANC processing as CEA-608/708
    • Vertical interval timecode (ST 12-2)
    • HDR and colorimetry metadata

    TALLY

    • 8 x tally signals (sent to cameras - encoder)
    • 8x tally signals (sent from switcher - decoder)
    • Tally ports available via a 15-pin D-SUB Connector

    STREAMING PROTOCOLS

    • MPEG-2 TS over UDP
    • RTP/RTSP
    • Native RTP1 (unicast or multicast)
    • SRT (Caller, Listener and Rendez-Vous modes)
    • RTMP (encoder only)

    NETWORK

    • 2x RJ45, 100/1000BASE-T Ethernet
    • 2x MSA-compatible SFP28 cage supporting 10 GbE and 25 GbE modules

    PHYSICAL AND POWER

    Product dimensions

    • 217mm x 189mm x 43 mm (length x width x height)
    • 1.66kg
    • Rack-mountable; two Monarch EDGE appliances can fit in 1 RU space

    Operating conditions

    • 32 to 104 deg. F (0 to 40 deg. C), 20 to 80% relative humidity (non-condensing)

    Power

    • Line voltage: 12 volts
    • Total power consumption: 45 watts [avg.]
    • Connector: DIN 4

    Power supply

    • Line voltage: 100-240 VAC
    • Frequency: 50-60 Hz
    • Input: external AC/DC adapter - IEC320-C14
    • DIN4 locking power connector

    Regulatory

    • EMI: FCC Class A, CE Mark Class A, ACMA C-Tick Mark, VCCI
    • Power-supply safety: UL/CUL(UL60950-1), TUV-GS(EN60950-1), T-LICENSE(BS EN60950-1), CC(GB4943.1-2011), PSE(J60950), SAA(AS/NZS60950-1), KC-MARK(K60950), S-MARK(IEC60950-1)
    • RoHS directive 2002/95/EC

    Warranty

    • Two-year limited warranty with free online or telephone support