Niagara Video BRD Decoder - BAL Data Sheet

Niagara BRD Decoder

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24x7x365 operation for demanding applications

The Niagara BRD H.264/MPEG-2 decoder is designed for broadcast applications but can also be used for
other applications such as IP transport over the Internet and receiving streams from security cameras. The
decoder is available in two configurations; one with balanced audio output and one with unbalanced audio
output.

Now with XRT – eXtremely Reliable Transport over the Internet

The BRD has 3 options for receiving video over the Internet; HLS, RTMP (either as a client or as a server)
and XRT (RTP/ARQ). It will operate with the B264 encoder or many other encoders or servers.

Broad support of IP Protocols

This decoder supports the widest range of IP protocols in
the industry including; UDP, RTP, RTP/ARQ, Adobe Flash,
Apple’s HLS and RTSP. It also supports ASI input.
Now with XRT!

Reliability at an affordable cost

The decoder is based on hardware decompression. It
consumes very little power and has a small form factor.
Three can fit in 1 Rack Unit of space

Ideal Solutions

> Transmit over the

Internet

> Houses of worship

> Boardroom

> Government

> Broadcasters

> Education

Applications

> ENG/OB transport

> Reception of security

cameras

> Monitoring of HLS, RTMP,

UDP, RTSP streams

> Point to Point or

Multipoint IP or ASI
transmission

Key Features

> Suitable for broadcasters but affordable

for other markets as well.

> Input can be set to auto detect or for

manual selection

> ASIC compression and Linux ensure

24x7x365 operation

> Client software and SNMP

provide setup, control and
monitoring

Delivering Video Whenever, Wherever

Go Stream BRD Decoder

Broadcast Decoder

Back View (Balanced Audio Option)

Video Output:

• 1 x SDI (BNC)

- 3G SMPTE 424 M

- HD SMPTE 292 M

SD SMPTE 259 M

-

• 1 x HDMI

• 1 x Composite (NTSC or PAL)

Audio Output:

• Embedded SDI (2 stereo pairs)

• 1 Pair Balanced Audio (Terminal blocks)

Stand Alone Rear Panels

Back View (Unbalanced Audio Option)

Video Output:

• 1 x SDI (BNC)

- 3G SMPTE 424 M

- HD SMPTE 292 M

SD SMPTE 259 M

-

• 1 x HDMI

• 1 x Composite (NTSC or PAL)

Audio Output:

• Embedded SDI (2 stereo pairs)

• 1 Pair Unbalanced Audio (RCA)

Specifications

Video Decoding Formats:

• Adobe® Flash® H.264 (RTMP)

• Apple® HTTP Live Streaming (HLS)

• MPEG 2 Transport Stream, UDP and RTP

• RTP/ARQ

• SMPTE 2022 FEC

Audio Decoding Formats:

• AAC

• MPEG1 Layer II

• AC-3 Pass through or Decode

• Balanced or Unbalanced Analog Outputs

SMPTE Protocols:

• SMPTE 2022 FEC

• SCTE 104/35 conversion

• SMPTE 2038, frame accurate

Video Format:

• HD: SMPTE 424M and 292M SDI standards

• SD: SMPTE 259M SDI, Analog NTSC and PAL

Connectivity:

• 2 x 1 Gbit ports (auto sensing)

• 1 x SDI Output

• 2 x ASI (1 Input and 1 Output)

• 1 x Balanced Analog Audio Output (Terminal

block) or

• 1 x Unbalanced Analog Audio Output (RCA)

Software:

• Client software for PC, Mac and Linux (DashBoard)

• SNMP MIB

Hardware:

• ASIC based hardware compression

• Control and Streaming Ethernet Ports

• IP and ASI outputs

Pre-Processing:

• CEA 608 and 708

• AFD/WSS

Weight:

• 3 lb (1.36 Kgs)

Dimensions:

• 1.73” H x 5.7” W x 14” D ( 3 will fit in 1

RU) (44mm x 146 x 356mm)

Power:

• 15 W maximum

Warranty:

• 3 year hardware and software warran

© 2017 Niagara Video Corporation. Niagara®, GoStream® and Niagara SCX® are registered trademarks of Niagara Video. Flash is a
trademark of Adobe Systems Inc. iPad, iPod and iPhone are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their
respective owners. Product specifications and availability may change without notice.

PHONE [phone] FAX [phone] www.niagara-video.com

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