Kiloview Cradle Series RF02 18-Channel Dual-Redundant Power 2RU Rackmount Frame

Cradle Series RF02: Your Unified Media Center
Unify Your Workflow, Amplify Your Potential

Introducing the Cradle Series RF02
Cradle Series RF02, the flagship rack-mounted media platform from Kiloview, is your ultimate media management center. Within its 2RU high-density structure, the RF02 supports flexible configuration of up to 18 card modules, enabling encoding, decoding, media gateway, bonding, etc. Its modular design replaces the clutter of multiple standalone devices with a streamlined, unified solution, providing the most complete and lightweight AV-over-IP solutions for broadcast-grade production, medical imaging transmission, remote education, live event streaming, and more.

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High-Speed Connectivity
The RF02 provides three 10Gbps SFP+ fiber Ethernet interfaces and one 10Gbps RJ45 Ethernet interface, ensuring effortless handling of high-bandwidth NDI streams.

Integrated Network Switch
Equipped with a built-in 1G/2.5G network switch module that interconnects all module cards, RF02 supports a full range of capabilities including encoding, decoding, NDI conversion, media gateway, bonding, etc.

Efficient Data Flow
RF02 streamlines the data flow within the platform, eliminating the need for external network switches. This setup not only reduces setup complexity and costs but also enhances the reliability of data transfer.

Centralized Management with KiloLink Server Pro

Unified Control
RF02 is powered by an ARM64 main controller running a customized version of Kiloview's KiloLink Server Pro, purpose-built for this platform. It enables automatic discovery, monitoring, and configuration of all module cards through a unified interface.

Note: Planned updates will enable unified management of external devices and interconnectivity across the Kiloview ecosystem.

On-Premise Bonding Service
With media gateway card FMG-400, RF02 can serve as an on-premise server for Kiloview's P Series 4G/5G wireless bonding encoders, providing secure and reliable remote device and bonding management. Paired with a decoding card, it can seamlessly output remote video streams to SDI or HDMI at various resolutions.

Streamlined Operations
The platform automatically identifies and manages all workflow streams, allowing users to monitor status, assign sources, and configure settings with ease-greatly reducing manual effort while ensuring stable, low-latency transmission.

Modular Design for Flexibility

Supports Up to 18 Service Cards
RF02 features a 2RU modular design supporting up to 18 cards-including encoding, decoding, media gateway, and bonding. Each module operates independently, ensuring system stability and greatly enhancing reliability.

Customizable Configurations
RF02 offers customizable configurations with mixed card support, allowing seamless integration into diverse media workflows and rapid deployment of tailored processing systems.

Modular Control &Switching Design
RF02 features a replaceable main controller and network switch module, enabling independent upgrades of core components without replacing the entire unit-significantly reducing maintenance costs and extending system lifespan.

High Density with Space-Saving Design
With a 2RU compact design supporting up to 18 modules, RF02 integrates encoding, decoding, media gateway, and bonding services in one unit-saving rack space and simplifying workflows, making it an essential in modern AV infrastructures.

Seamless Integration Across Workflows

Unified System
RF02 integrates encoding, decoding, media gateway, and bonding services into a unified platform, ensuring seamless compatibility across all module cards. Its optimized architecture enables precise multitasking, reduces reliance on external devices, and enhances overall workflow efficiency.

Reduced Setup Needs
The RF02's integration capabilities make it a versatile solution for any media environment, enabling smoother operations and faster project turnarounds.

Intuitive Control Panel
RF02 features an intuitive control panel for centralized control of devices and media streams, making workflow management simpler, more flexible, and more efficient.

Reliable Performance

Dual-Redundant Power Supplies
It features dual-redundant, hot-swappable 500W power supplies, ensuring uninterrupted operation even in the most demanding conditions.

High Durability with Advanced Cooling System
The advanced cooling system is designed to maintain optimal operating temperatures for all module cards, ensuring consistent performance over extended periods. This high level of quality ensures the RF02 can handle the toughest professional media environments, offering peace of mind that your operations will continue smoothly without unexpected interruptions

User-Friendly Interface

3.0-inch Color LCD Panel
RF02 has a 3.0-inch color LCD panel on the front and intuitive buttons for quick status monitoring and configuration. The display provides real-time information on the operation of each module card, enabling efficient management and direct troubleshooting.

Web-Based Remote Management
RF02 supports a web-based management interface accessible via HTTP/HTTPS. This interface allows for remote management, including device configuration, status monitoring, and firmware upgrades, all from a user-friendly web UI. The platform also supports integration with popular web browsers like Microsoft Edge, Firefox, Chrome, Safari, and Opera, ensuring broad compatibility and ease of use.

Easy Device Grouping and Permission Management
RF02 provides a flexible device grouping and advanced permission setting options, providing secure and convenient operations across diverse workflows.

Professional Integration Capabilities

Extensive API Support
RF02 offers extensive API support for advanced users and developers, allowing for deeper integration into custom workflows. The HTTP/HTTPS APIs enable remote programmability and control, making it easy to automate tasks and integrate the RF02 with other systems.

Custom Automation
This API accessibility ensures that RF02 can be tailored to meet specific operational needs, providing a level of customization that sets it apart from other solutions on the market. Whether you need to interface with existing software, create custom automation scripts, or integrate with third-party systems, the RF02 provides the tools necessary to achieve professional-grade results.

Multi-Channel Video Encoder
Inserting max 18pcs of FN-60 (HDMI 2.0) or FN-50 (12G-SDI) cards into the RF02 chassis, you'll have a powerful 18-channel 4K Full UHD super video encoder. It supports H.264/H.265 and NDI SpeedHQ encoding, both NDI HX/HX3 and NDI High Bandwidth, with NDI 6 and HDR compatibility.

Additionally, it works with various streaming protocols like SRT, RTMP, HLS, TS, RTP, and RTSP etc.

Multi-Channel Video Decoder
Leveraging RF02's structure design, you can easily configure it as a high-performance 18-channel 4K video decoder without changing any cards. It seamlessly supports various NDI protocols including NDI High Bandwidth, NDI HX, and NDI HX3-plus NDI 6 and HDR, with flexible output via HDMI 2.0 or 12G-SDI.

Hybrid Encoding/Decoding
No need to swap any cards (FN-50/FN-60)-the system supports seamless 4K HDR encoding and decoding in a fully customizable hybrid workflow. Whether you need encoding only, decoding only, or a mix of both, it adapts effortlessly to your requirements.

Powerful Media Format Conversion Hub
With media gateway card FMG-400, your RF02 can turn into a robust platform supporting up to 18x 4Kp60 or 72x 1080p60 video format and protocols conversion. It supports seamless conversion between video formats H.264, H.265, and SpeedHQ (NDI codec), as well as audio formats NDI Audio, AAC-LC, and G.711. It also enables smooth protocol conversion among NDI High Bandwidth, NDI HX, NDI HX3, SRT, RTSP, RTMP, HLS, UDP, and RTP.

NDI Multiview and Video Switcher
The upcoming FMV-400 and FD-400 Multiview cards, combined with FN-60 or FN-50 decoding cards, will transform your system into a tier-1 video switcher with multiview preview with up to 4K Full UHD resolution and HDR support. You can preview all the NDI video signals in multiview and output your selected feed via one or multiple FN-50/FN-60 to SDI/HDMI. The videos being output can be connected to traditional video production systems, creating a powerful, cost-effective, and fully-featured NDI video production platform.

Remote Transmission and Output
With media gateway card FMG-400, RF02 can act as an on-premise server for Kiloview's P Series 4G/5G wireless bonding encoders, enabling reliable and secure remote device and bonded stream management. Paired with FN-60 (HDMI 2.0) or FN-50 (12G-SDI) cards, it supports direct decoding and outputs wireless bonded streams to HDMI or SDI.