User Instructions
Ultra-Compact H.264 Media Encoder and Streamer
Model Name: Z3Stream-01
Software Version 2.34
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04/11/2016
Original Z3Stream-01 Document
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06/16/2016
Updated Hardware Warranty Information. Minor grammar and
formatting updates.
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08/10/2016
Added additional information regarding RTP streaming. Updated
Troubleshooting section. Updated website in page footer. Minor
formatting updates.
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REVISION HISTORY
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 GENERAL DESCRIPTION ................................................................................................. 6
2.0 FEATURES ................................................................................................................ 7
2.1 Supported Input Resolutions ....................................................................................... 7
3.0 PACKAGE CONTENTS .................................................................................................... 8
4.0 OPERATING CONTROLS ................................................................................................. 9
5.0 GETTING STARTED WITH Z3STREAM ................................................................................ 10
5.1 Connect and Power Up the Encoder ............................................................................ 10
5.2 Find the Encoder on the Network Using ZFinder .............................................................. 11
6.0 CONFIGURING ENCODE ............................................................................................... 13
6.1 HDMI Encoder Setup ............................................................................................... 13
6.2 Composite Encoder Setup ........................................................................................ 15
7.0 SET ENCODING OUTPUT .............................................................................................. 17
7.1 Stream UDP ......................................................................................................... 17
7.2 Stream RTP/RTSP .................................................................................................. 20
7.3 Stream RTMP ....................................................................................................... 23
8.0 PERFORMING OTHER OPERATIONS WITH THE Z3STREAM-01 .................................................... 27
8.1 Change Frame Rate ................................................................................................ 27
8.2 Adjust Aspect Ratio ................................................................................................ 28
8.3 HDMI Pass-Through ................................................................................................ 29
8.4 Save Current Settings ............................................................................................. 30
8.5 Use the Password Feature ........................................................................................ 32
8.6 Set a Static IP Address ............................................................................................ 33
9.0 SUMMARY OF OPTIONS ............................................................................................... 35
9.1 The System Setup Tab ............................................................................................. 35
9.2 The User Presets Tab .............................................................................................. 36
9.3 The Status Tab...................................................................................................... 37
9.4 The Encode Tab .................................................................................................... 38
9.5 Values Appearing at the Bottom of All Tabs .................................................................... 42
9.6 ZFinder .............................................................................................................. 43
APPENDIX A: Configuring the Wowza Server for RTMP .............................................................. 44
APPENDIX B: Finding the IP Address of Your Computer .............................................................. 46
APPENDIX C: Troubleshooting ........................................................................................... 47
APPENDIX D: Warranty ................................................................................................... 49
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LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1 Z3Stream-01 Encoder Dimensions ............................................................................. 6
Figure 2 Z3Stream Package Contents .................................................................................... 8
Figure 3 Rear and Front Views ............................................................................................ 9
Figure 4 Power Up Connections for the Encoder ..................................................................... 10
Figure 5 ZFinder with Z3Stream Selected ............................................................................. 11
Figure 6 Z3Stream User Interface - Encoder Tab ..................................................................... 12
Figure 7 HDMI Connection for Encoding ............................................................................... 13
Figure 8 Encoder Tab Configuration – HDMI ........................................................................... 14
Figure 9 Composite Adapter Cable ..................................................................................... 15
Figure 10 Composite Connection for Encoding ....................................................................... 15
Figure 11 Encoder Tab Configuration – Composite ................................................................... 16
Figure 12 Encoder Tab Configuration – UDP ........................................................................... 18
Figure 13 VLC Open Network Stream Screen for UDP ............................................................... 19
Figure 14 Example of Z3 Video Streaming to VLC (UDP) ............................................................ 19
Figure 15 Encoder Tab Configuration – RTP ........................................................................... 20
Figure 16 Finding your Encoder’s IP Address .......................................................................... 21
Figure 17 VLC Open Network Stream Screen for RTP ............................................................... 21
Figure 18 Example of Z3 Video Streaming to VLC (RTP) ............................................................ 22
Figure 19 Encoder Tab Configuration – RTMP ......................................................................... 24
Figure 20 Navigating to the Wowza Test Player ...................................................................... 25
Figure 21 Viewing Encoded Content on Wowza Test Player ........................................................ 26
Figure 22 Comparing 4:3 to 16:9 Aspect Ratio ....................................................................... 28
Figure 23 Pass Through Connection .................................................................................... 29
Figure 24 The User Presets Tab ......................................................................................... 30
Figure 25 Entering a User Preset Name ............................................................................... 30
Figure 26 Saving a User Preset.......................................................................................... 31
Figure 27 Changing the Password ...................................................................................... 32
Figure 28 Password Entry Screen ....................................................................................... 32
Figure 29 Saving IP Address Settings ................................................................................... 33
Figure 30 Wowza Performance Settings ............................................................................... 44
Figure 31 Wowza Security Settings ..................................................................................... 45
Figure 32 Using the Command Prompt to Determine Your PC’s IP Address ....................................... 46
Figure 33 Locating Your Computer’s IP Address ....................................................................... 46
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LIST OF TABLES
Table 1 Encode Quality Options with Resolutions .................................................................... 14
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81 mm
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1.0 GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Z3Stream encoder is a compact 98 x 81 x 21 mm (3.88 x 3.19 x 0.81 in) system that allows encode of
video at SD and HD resolutions up to 1080p60 through an HDMI input and encode of SD video through a
composite input. It also allows users to quickly stream video from either of those sources to the web or
internal clients/PCs via UDP, RTP, TSRTP, or RTMP.
The compactness, ease-of-use, and performance of this system makes it ideal for live event streaming,
corporate meetings and conferences, houses of worship, and remote location encoding.
Figure 1 Z3Stream-01 Encoder Dimensions
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2.0 FEATURES
HD resolutions up to 1920x1080 including 1080i, 1080p60 and 720p
Standard Definition encoding for ISDB-T, DVB-H, and other standards
Video Inputs: HDMI, Composite
Outputs RTP, RTMP or MPEG-2 Transport Stream
On-board video scaler provides full screen resizing with all resolutions
DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) and DNS support
Limited RTSP support
HTTP-based configuration software for user-friendly configuration and control
Operating Temp: 0 to 50 degrees C at 20-80% relative humidity (non-condensing)
Storage Temp: -40 to 70 degrees C at 20-80% relative humidity (non-condensing)
Measurements: 98 x 81 x 21 mm (3.88 x 3.19 x 0.81 in)
Weight: 221 g (0.49 lb)
2.1 Supported Input Resolutions
1080p60, 1080p50, 1080i30, 1080i29.97, 1080i25, 720p60, 720p59.94, 720p50, 576p50, 576i25, 480p60,
480i30, 480i29.97, and CIF (352x240)
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Figure 2 Z3Stream Package Contents
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3.0 PACKAGE CONTENTS
Z3Stream Encoder
HDMI Cable
Ethernet Cable
5V Power Supply
Composite Adapter Cable
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Figure 3 Rear and Front Views
FRONT VIEW
REAR VIEW
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4.0 OPERATING CONTROLS
1: USB 2.01
2: RS-232 Serial Port2
3: Status Lights3
4: Power Switch
5: 5V Power
6: Composite Input
7: HDMI Output4
8: GigE
9: HDMI Input
Not currently supported by Z3Stream.
For advanced debugging purposes only. Not needed by typical
users.
The status lights will blink depending upon the source that is being
encoded: HDMI or Composite (CVBS)
Pass through output only
Non-HDCP content only
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(1) Connect to
Ethernet
(2) Connect to
5V Power
(3) Turn
Switch on
Figure 4 Power Up Connections for the Encoder
5.0 GETTING STARTED WITH Z3STREAM
This section gives step-by-step instructions on using your PC to access the Z3Stream user interface. Here
you’ll be able to change the settings to fit your encoding needs. In addition to the Z3Stream encoder, a
Windows PC, a 5V power supply and an Ethernet cable are required.
5.1 Connect and Power Up the Encoder
(1) Connect an Ethernet cable directly from your PC to Ethernet on the back of the encoder. Your
encoder may also be connected through a hub or router on the same network as a PC. For your
initial set up, we recommend a direct Ethernet connection to a DHCP6 enabled PC.
(2) Connect the 5V power supply to +5V/2A on the encoder and plug into a power outlet.
(3) Turn on the Power switch. It will take 45-60 seconds to boot.
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. This enables the PC to dynamically receive an IP address at startup and allows
your PC to correctly communicate with a Z3Stream-01 with default manufacturing settings.
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5.2 Find the Encoder on the Network Using ZFinder
ZFinder is a PC utility that allows you to find any Z3 Technology product on your network. If you have
not yet downloaded this to your computer, you can find it at Z3Stream.com.
(4) Verify your PC is set to DHCP. If it is set to a static IP address and is directly connected, ZFinder
will be unable to discover your encoder.
(5) Run the ZFinder PC utility on your PC. You may need to allow it past any firewalls or security
programs on your PC. The ZFinder window appears and completes a scan of the network. ZFinder
then lists all Z3 systems connected to the network. The Z3Stream encoder appears.
(6) Click on the Z3Stream entry in the window to select it. This will cause the Edit Device and Open
Device buttons to activate.
Figure 5 ZFinder with Z3Stream Selected
*Note: Selecting Edit Device allows for manual changes to network settings. Selecting Flash LEDs
in ZFinder is not applicable to the Z3Stream encoder. See Section 9.6, ZFinder, for more
information.
(7) Click on Open Device. An internet browser window is opened in your default web browser and the
user interface appears with the Encoder tab open.
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Figure 6 Z3Stream User Interface - Encoder Tab
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(8) By default, the system will have automatically started encoding. If the encoder status message in
the bottom right corner of the screen shows RUNNING, you will need to click the red Stop button in
order to change any settings.
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Figure 7 HDMI Connection for Encoding
(1) Connect to
HDMI Source
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6.0 CONFIGURING ENCODE
This section gives step-by-step instructions on setting up the Z3Stream encoder to encode video from an
HDMI or composite video source. In addition to the Z3Stream, a TV or other monitor and a non-HDCP video
source with HDMI output or a video source with a composite output are required as well as the appropriate
cables. Your encoder should already be connected to your PC with the user interface open per Section 5.0.
6.1 HDMI Encoder Setup
(1) Select a video source with non-HDCP
HDMI output.
(2) Verify your source works as expected:
a. Power on the video source.
b. Connect an HDMI cable from the source output to your TV or monitor.
c. Change your source settings so that its output is at your desired resolution. In the following
example, we are using 1080p60 resolution.
d. If you are using a video player, select the content you would like to stream.
e. If you see playback on the monitor, you’ve confirmed the source works.
(3) Connect the HDMI cable from the video source to HDMI In on the encoder.
(4) In the user interface Encoder tab, verify the Video Source is set to HDMI.
*Note: Settings in the user interface cannot be changed if the unit is currently encoding. When the unit is
encoding the status light that corresponds to the source video should be blinking green. If it is blinking
red when encoding HDMI, verify that your cable is connected to HDMI In and not HDMI Out.
HDCP stands for High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection. For example, using a DVD player as a video source is not
supported.
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Resolution
H.264
Profile
Bframes
Bitrate
SD
HD
Full-HD
FullHD
Follow Input
Main
2
2.5 Mbps
5.1 Mbps
5.1 Mbps
HD
Follow Input
Main
2
2.0 Mbps
2.5 Mbps
3 Mbps
High
1280x720
Main
2
1.7 Mbps
- - Medium
720x480
Main
2
900 Kbps
- - Low
352x240 (CIF)
Main
2
500 Kbps
-
-
Mobile
352x240 (CIF)
Baseline
0
450 Kbps
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Figure 8 Encoder Tab Configuration – HDMI
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(5) Change Encode Quality to match your video source output resolution. In this example, select Full
HD8. See Table 1 for a more information about each available option in the Encode Quality
dropdown menu.
(6) Verify Frame Rate is set to Full.
(7) Verify Audio Enable is set to True.
(8) Next you will need to set your encoding output to your desired settings. See Section 7.0 for more
information.
Table 1 Encode Quality Options with Resolutions
*Note: For all options other than FullHD and HD, if the source resolution differs from the resolution
listed in Table 1 above, resizing will occur.
When Full HD or HD are selected, the encoder will output the resolution of the detected video source resolution.
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Figure 9 Composite Adapter Cable
Figure 10 Composite Connection for Encoding
Connect
Composite
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6.2 Composite Encoder Setup
(1) Select a video source with composite output.
(2) Verify your source works as expected:
a. Power on the video source.
b. Connect composite from the source output to a TV or monitor.
c. Change your source settings so that its output is at your desired resolution. In the following
example, we are using 720x480 resolution.
d. If you are using a video player, select the content you would like to stream.
e. If you see playback on the monitor, you’ve confirmed the source works.
(3) Using the special composite adapter cable that came with your encoder (pictured below), connect
the yellow/red/white cables to your composite source.
a. The yellow connector connects to the composite output.
b. The red and white connectors connect to the analog audio outputs.
(4) Connect the special adapter end of the cable to A/V In on the encoder.
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