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BoxCast BoxCaster HD Automated Live Streaming Encoder

SKU: BXCHDSD2FSS

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BoxCast BoxCaster Specifications

  • Video Input

    1x HDMI
    1 x Composite RCA

  • Audio Input

    2x RCA Stereo
    Supports Embedded Audio

  • Video Encoding

    H.264 High Profile Level 4.2

  • Backhaul Protocols

    BoxCast Flow:
    Backhaul Protocol Providing Adaptive Recovery
    Content-Aware Forward Error
    Correction
    Encryption
    Link Quality Adjustment
    TCP/UDP Diversity

  • Audio Encoding

    AAC-LC Audio Compression

  • Supported Input Resolutions

    1080p: 60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25
    1080i: 60/59.94/50
    720p: 60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25
    576p: 50/25
    525p60
    480p: 60/59.94/50/30/29.97

  • Streaming Resolutions

    1080p30 Input Encodes 1080p27
    1080i60 Input Encodes 1080p23
    1080p60 Input Encodes 720p30
    720p60 Input Encodes 720p30
    Up to 720p30 Input Encodes at Same Resolution

  • Minimum Upload Speed to Stream

    480p30: 1.5 Mb/s
    720p30: 3 Mb/s
    1080p30: 6 Mb/s

  • Additional Connections

    1x USB Input for BoxCast Wireless Scoreboard Adapters
    1x 10/100 BASE-T Ethernet

  • Network

    1x 10/100 BASE-T Ethernet
    802.11agn Wi-Fi with Beam-Forming MIMO
    DHCP
    Automatic Firmware Updates

  • Enclosure

    Plastic, Rubber Feet

  • Power

    9 to 24 VDC
    5 to 10 W Nominal Power Consumption with USB Accessories

  • Operating Temperature

    32 to 158 Degree F (0 to 70 Degree C)

  • Humidity

    0 to 90%, Non-Condensing

  • Streaming Destinations

    BoxCast Platform, including native players for web, mobile, Apple TV, and Roku
    Facebook Live
    YouTube
    Periscope
    Twitch
    Other RTMP Destinations

  • Contral

    Simple, 3 Light, No Button Interface
    Schedule & Setup Broadcasts from Responsive, web-based Dashboard or Broadcaster App for iOS
    Automated Start/Stop Scheduling

  • Dimensions

    4.3 x 3 x 0.9" (11 x 7.8 x 2.4cm)

  • Weight

    0.5 lb (226g)

  • UPC Code

    859492004245

About BoxCast BoxCaster

The BoxCaster is an easy-to-use, powerful encoder that can stream up to 1080p. With a camera, the BoxCaster, the BoxCast Platform, an internet connection, and power, you can stream your events live to anyone, anywhere, watching on any device. It's the easiest way to stream professional quality video.

The beauty of BoxCast is that it's completely automated. Without the push of a button, the BoxCaster automatically turns on to capture your scheduled broadcasts. With no buffering or annoying ads, your viewers won't be distracted from your content. BoxCast automatically archives all of your events so you don't have to do any additional work. Plus, you can simultaneously stream your event to any destination, including Facebook Live, YouTube Live, or Periscope.

Note
The BoxCaster HD Live Video Streaming Encoder must be purchased with a BoxCast Streaming Subscription in order to be activated.

Stream with the BoxCast Platform
The BoxCaster works seamlessly & exclusively with BoxCast's reliable, scalable streaming platform. BoxCast is the only streaming company that has built its entire infrastructure from beginning to end, giving you unprecedented levels of compatibility. The BoxCast Platform offers acquisition, compression, cloud transcoding, archiving, video on demand, pay-per-view settings, and a scalable delivery infrastructure. BoxCast offers various streaming subscriptions to fit the needs of your organization.

Broadcast to Multiple Destinations
Simultaneously broadcast to your website, Facebook Live, YouTube or Periscope. The BoxCaster streams with minimal required bandwidth to the BoxCast Platform, which then streams to all desired destinations.

Stream in High Definition
The BoxCaster will accept video in up to 1080p/60fps via HDMI and stream up to 1080p/27fps.

Automate Your Live Stream
The BoxCaster starts automatically at the time you schedule it to, ensuring you never have to push a button to go live.

Bring in External Audio
Bring an audio feed from your sound board or other sources into your broadcast with the RCA Stereo Line In audio inputs.

Wired or Wireless Internet
Connect the BoxCaster to the internet with either a wired or wireless connection.

Note
A wired internet connection is always recommended.

Control from Dashboard or Broadcaster App
Schedule, setup and manage all of your broadcasts from the web-based, responsive BoxCast Dashboard or BoxCast's Broadcaster App for iOS.

Portable Size
The BoxCaster's compact size allows it to travel with you wherever you are streaming.

Streaming Subscription Activation
Upon purchase of a BoxCaster and a BoxCast Streaming Subscription, an activation code will be emailed to you. Follow the instructions in the email to create your BoxCast account and start streaming.

BoxCast BoxCaster Features

  • HD Live Streaming up to 1080p
  • HDMI Video Input
  • H.264 Encoding
  • BoxCast Streaming Plan Required with Purchase
  • Streams to the BoxCast Embeddable Player
  • Automated, Scheduled Streaming
  • HDMI or RCA Stereo Audio Input
  • Wired and Wireless Network Connections

Key Features

  • HD Live Streaming up to 1080p
  • HDMI Video Input
  • H.264 Encoding
  • BoxCast Streaming Plan Required with Purchase
  • Streams to the BoxCast Embeddable Player
  • Automated, Scheduled Streaming

What's in the box:

  • HD Automated Live Streaming Encoder
  • 12V DC Power Supply
  • Quick Start Card
  • BoxCast 1 Year Limited Warranty