Livestream Studio HD51 4K 2RU Powerful Live Production Switcher

SKU: LSHD514K MFR: LS-HD51 4K
$9,499.00
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Key Features

  • Elevate live streams with the Studio HD51's 4K/6G-SDI and HDMI inputs for pristine video quality.
  • Enjoy versatile compatibility; this video switcher supports various formats up to 2160p30.
  • Easily manage audio with the integrated multi-channel audio mixer for seamless live production.
  • Stream to Vimeo, YouTube, and more with reliable connectivity via Gigabit Ethernet in up to 4K.
  • Create dynamic content using 7 integrated media sources for video and graphic playback.
  • Record up to 4 isolated sources simultaneously, ensuring strong security and backup during events.
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Livestream Studio HD51 4K Specifications

  • Inputs

    4K/6G-SDI: 5
    NDI: 25
    HDMI: 5
    Analog Audio (1/8"): 1

  • Output

    NDI: 5
    HDMI: 1
    4K/6G-SDI: 1
    Analog Audio (1/8"): 1

  • Embedded Audio Input

    5 Stereo or 40 Mono Inputs

  • Audio Monitoring (1/8")

    1

  • Media Sources

    7 integrated digital media sources for video & graphics playback. 2 DDRs (video clip playback with built-in transcoder), 2 GFX (graphics), 2 Color Bars / Background Color

  • Remote Camera

    10 x Remote camera module for ingesting video/audio over local WiFi or Ethernet network, downlinking streams, and Interviews via WebRTC

  • Format Converter

    Built-in broadcast quality format converter for every input with automatic format detection. Allows use of any camera and video source without matching video formats

  • Built-In Multiview

    On-screen full field rate multiview of all live inputs, Preview, Program Out, GFX and DDR, Audio PPM overlay with peak hold feature on all inputs and outputs. Resizable layout allowing hiding of all controls to maximize multiview screens

  • External Multi-Screens

    2x Extended Screen output using HDMI

  • Video Switcher/Mixer

    Mixer & Effects (M/E) bank with no upstream keyer. Transitions: SMPTE Wipe, Cut & Fade (Auto transition with adjustable duration in frames, manual via on-screen T-BAR or keyboard shortcuts)

  • Graphics Downstream Key

    3 x Graphics DSK (downstream key) channels. One channel for GFX1, one channel for GFX2 and one channel for GFX3. Independent or locked transition controls (fade/cut/wipe). Preview on Multiview

  • Graphics & Titling

    Load JPG or PNG files (full transparency support with PNG files). Add text (set position/font/size/color) over any loaded image file within the GFX1, GFX2 or GFX3

  • Video clip Playback

    2 Media Players - Eject/Load clip. Play Pause/stop. Audio/Video Scrubber. Timecode indicator. Seek to timecode. Mark In/Mark Out. Loop. Auto-play on transition

  • Recording

    Up to 4 simultaneous isolated source recordings. MJPEG with uncompressed audio or 1 MP4 Recording with AAC audio compression. Interlacing and timecode support. Full compatibility with Blackmagic Design Media Express and Adobe Premiere

  • Recording Capacity

    -40 hours at 1080i (Using 2TB built in SSD with recorder set to record at 100Mbps MJPEG AVI)

  • Live Streaming

    HD live streaming via Gigabit/100/10 built-in Ethernet. Presets in up to 4K

  • Streaming Quality

    Multiple simultaneous bit-rates (up to 4K 30fps), including mobile quality for playback on iOS/Android mobile devices

  • Streaming Destinations

    Vimeo, Facebook Live, Periscope, Ustream, YouTube Live, Akamai, Wowza Media Server, Twitch or any other RTMP compatible service

  • Audio Mixing

    Integrated multi-channel audio mixer for internal and external audio sources, outputs, stream and headphones. Incorporated video switcher follow feature with audio crossfade support when fading two video sources

  • Supported Video Formats

    4K/UHD: Up to 2160p30
    HD: Up to 1080p60
    SD: 525i59.94 NTSC, 625i50 PAL

  • Video Processing

    SDI Video Sampling: 4:4:4 & 4:2:2
    SDI Color Precision: Up to 12-bit RGB 4:4:4
    Color Space: REC 601, REC 709
    HDMI Video Sampling: 4:4:4, 4:2:2 & 4:2:0
    HDMI Configuration: HDMI 2.0a supports Deep Color and HDR
    HDMI Color Precision: Up to 12-bit (Deep Color)

  • Audio Processing

    48 KHz, 24-bit

  • Playback Media Formats

    GFX: JPEG or PNG image files with transparency support. DDR: AVI MJPEG with uncompressed audio, DV Video, WMV (7/8/9), H.264 (.mp4, .mov & .avi), MPEG4 Part 2 (.mov & .avi), MPEG4 V1/V2 (.mov & .avi), AAC, MP3

  • Record Media Formats

    AVI MJPEG with uncompressed audio. MP4 with AAC audio compression.

  • Operating System

    Windows 10 Professional (64 bit)

  • CPU

    Intel Core i9-7900X Processor (13.65MB Cache, up to 3.30 GHz)

  • Graphics Card

    NVIDIA Quadro P400

  • Storage

    2TB Samsung 860 EVO 2.5" SATA SSD SSD

  • RAM

    64GB DDR4 RAM

  • Dimensions

    14 x 17 x 3.5" (355.6 x 431.8 x 88.9mm)

  • Weight

    13.8 lb (6.26kg)

  • UPC Code

    853359004263

About Livestream Studio HD51 4K

Let the Livestream Studio HD51 4K Live Production Switcher revolutionize your live broadcasting and in-venue streaming experience. This powerful and reliable device boasts 5x 4K SDI or 4K HDMI inputs, seamlessly integrating with the comprehensive Livestream Studio Software features.

Designed for high-quality video output, the HD51 4K is a user-friendly solution that brings professional live production control room capabilities to your fingertips. It features a built-in broadcast quality format converter for every input, with automatic format detection, ensuring your broadcasts are always at their best.

Capable of recording up to 40 hours of broadcast-quality video, this durable live production switcher is perfect for both stationary studio setups and on-the-go production trucks. With the provided rack mount ears, installation is a breeze. Simply connect your monitors and let the high-performance system cater to your live production needs.

The included Livestream Studio Software elevates your live production capabilities. It allows you to input multiple feeds, add dynamic graphics, master audio, and stream live to multiple destinations. Whether you're streaming directly or via the Livestream/Vimeo simulcast service for optimized bandwidth use, the HD51 4K has you covered.

With the ability to add live picture-in-picture or media sources, layers of text, images, and video, you can customize your broadcast to your liking. The software also enables you to connect multiple local or external data sources, and invite participants to join your live broadcast using only a Chrome browser and their webcam.

The HD51 4K also offers the ability to record up to four simultaneous videos in broadcast quality MJPEG to an AVI or MP4 file. With these advanced features and more, the Livestream Studio HD51 4K Live Production Switcher sets a new standard in live production technology.

Livestream Studio HD51 4K Features

  • Five (5) 6G-SDI/4K-HDMI input portable live production switcher
  • NDI support with up to 5 inputs and 25 outputs
  • Compact 2U rack and desktop form-factor
  • HD live streaming via built-in Gigabit/100/10 Ethernet
  • 2TB internal SSD for up to 40 hours of video recording at 1080i
  • Livestream Studio software included
  • Livestream Studio keyboard included

Key Features

  • Elevate live streams with the Studio HD51's 4K/6G-SDI and HDMI inputs for pristine video quality.
  • Enjoy versatile compatibility; this video switcher supports various formats up to 2160p30.
  • Easily manage audio with the integrated multi-channel audio mixer for seamless live production.
  • Stream to Vimeo, YouTube, and more with reliable connectivity via Gigabit Ethernet in up to 4K.
  • Create dynamic content using 7 integrated media sources for video and graphic playback.
  • Record up to 4 isolated sources simultaneously, ensuring strong security and backup during events.

What's in the box:

  • Studio HD51 4K 2RU Powerful Live Production Switcher
  • Power Cord
  • Studio Keyboard
  • Mouse
  • Mousepad
  • Rack Ears
  • Blackmagic Design Cards Documentation and Driver CD
  • Livestream 1 Year Limited Warranty