Monarch HDX
Simultaneously stream and record video from SDI and HDMI sources
Expanding on the Monarch HD, the Monarch HDX adds SDI I/O to the already available HDMI I/O and dual-channel operation with independent H.264 encoders. This functionality makes it suitable for broadcast and other professional workflows that require streaming and recording of content, such as houses of worship and universities.
Having discrete encoders allows for each channel to function separately. You can stream to two different locations, record proxy and master files from the same input, and record two inputs simultaneously. You can also use one encoder for streaming video live while the other encoder records a high-quality copy of the broadcast for playback after the live stream. Whether you use it for live streaming or recording, the Monarch HDX can be integrated into SD or HD productions.
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Powerful, High Quality H.264 Encoding Engine
The Monarch HDX can share 30 Mb/s of encoding capacity across the two channels. Each channel benefits from a powerful scaling, de-interlacing, and noise reduction engine to ensure only pristine images are sent to be encoded.
Dual-Channel Streaming
When used as a webcasting encoder, the Monarch HDX generates an H.264-encoded stream compliant with RTSP or RTMP protocols. You can assign each channel separately to deliver what you need, where you need. Each channel can stream up to 10Mb/s, allowing you to simultaneously stream to two destinations or set the device for up to 20Mb/s streaming quality for a single encoding destination.
Dual-Channel Recording
Monarch HDX provides a huge amount of flexibility as an H.264 video recorder. Content can be captured in either MOV or MP4 files to ensure that they can be played by your application of choice. Recordings can be stored locally on an SD card, a USB drive, or remotely on a network-mapped drive. Dual channel recording allows the user to simultaneously record content locally and to a drive, which means files are immediately available to anybody on the network, but also provides the assurance that no action is lost even if the network goes down. Furthermore, each recording can be done at a different bitrate should there be a need to deliver the content to devices with varying decode capacities.
Simultaneous Streaming and Recording
The quality of your VOD downloads need never be dictated by the available upload bandwidth. Monarch HDX dual encoders can broadcast a live webstream at one bitrate while simultaneously recording mastering quality H.264 files for immediate availability, such as post event VOD or editing with your NLE of choice.
Selectable HDMI and SDI Inputs and Simultaneous Outputs
Monarch HDX H.264 video recorder can accept signals from HDMI or SDI sources. The input is selected using the web based UI, Matrox Command Center, or directly on the unit itself, allowing for a wide range of connectivity to devices such as cameras, switchers or routers. Additionally, both inputs are complemented by internal frame synchronizers to ensure uninterrupted streaming and recording operations, regardless of the disturbance on the input. The audio is also selectable between the two channels of the embedded video signal or the analog stereo input. Audio may be dynamically muted/unmuted without affecting the video encoding operation.
Regardless of input selection, SDI, HDMI video and embedded and analog audio outputs are live. For SDI workflows, the Monarch HDX recorder has an extremely low pass-through latency with a built-in power-loss relay which, in case of power loss, will route the SDI input directly to the SDI output, ensuring signal path integrity and fail safe design options.
Profiles and Presets
Monarch HDX ships with a number of typical streaming and recording presets that define all the encoding parameters including resolution and bitrate. Whether preset or custom parameters are used, they only need to be entered once and saved as a unique profile. A profile not only contains encoding parameters but also destination information detailing where the encoded video is being sent. Multiple profiles can be saved if the device is used in different environments. Each profile can be loaded instantly without having to re-enter data.
Easily Webcast to Your Audience
Whether you’re providing live streaming content to Adobe Flash or Wowza Media servers, to any of the popular CDNs, or directly to a computer, Matrox Monarch HDX’s flexible video streaming protocol support is up to the task. The Monarch HDX is a certified “Works with Wowza” live video streaming encoder, allowing our users to benefit from enhanced integration with the Wowza streaming engine. As a certified encoder, Wowza Manager can provide an XML file which contains the credentials required for Monarch HDX to easily connect to the Wowza Streaming engine. The Monarch HDX also supports XML files generated for use with Flash Live Media Encoder. These files are often offered by CDNs to allow their customers to easily connect to their service. Both XML files are loaded into the Monarch HDX using the Matrox Command Center, a web based UI.
Control from Anywhere
Matrox Monarch HDX can be controlled and configured via the Monarch HDX Command Center using any device on the network that supports a standard web browsing application such as a computer, smart phone or tablet. Designed for operator ease-of-use, master controls provide one-click operation to start streaming, recording or both from anywhere within the user interface.
The device also provides convenient controls directly on the unit itself to stop/start recording or streaming, and an additional button to assign the input.
H.264 Preview Stream
Monarch HDX H.264 encoder provides a very useful low bitrate preview stream of the input directly in the Command Center UI. This same preview can be viewed using software players such as VLC or on third-party devices, such as Crestron control panels. This stream is available independently of the two encoder channels allowing you to check your video signal before your webcast goes live.
Matrox Utils Application
The Matrox Utils application allows operators to remotely scan and find all Monarch HDX’s present on their network. The Utils application will also scan the attached Monarch HDX and notify the operator if the unit is up to date with its installed firmware version and will also update the device automatically to ensure that it has the latest software release installed. The Matrox Utils application can also be used to reboot Monarch HDX devices present on the network.
Robust and Practical Design
Powerful and robust, Monarch HDX offers simple, one touch stream and record push buttons, input selection, and a locking power connector. Monarch HDX's HDMI or SDI outputs makes it easy to monitor what you are streaming and recording, regardless of signal source. All eight channels of embedded audio can be passed from any input to any output. When embedded audio is selected, all eighth channels are passed from input to output. When Analog audio is selected, it is both looped out as well as embedded in video outputs. Its design allows Monarch HDX to be just as easily located on a desktop as in a rack—up to two units can fit in a single 1RU tray. The storage and button controls are conveniently located on the front of the unit while the power and I/O ports are found at the back. Finally, the Monarch HDX also features a wide input voltage range of 9 to 24 volts. It can be powered using the Matrox supplied power supply or DC sources such as standard field batteries.
Integrate Matrox Monarch HDX into Your Own Application or Environment
Broadcasters, network or cloud-based video management platform developers, A/V integrators and value-added resellers can use Monarch HDX Dev Tools, which include automatic configuration tools and the Monarch HDX Control API, to provide a unified, consistent and branded user experience. Individual users need not interact with the Monarch HDX Command Center web UI, which can simplify enterprise-level and centrally administered deployments.
Automatic configuration tools can be used to set all Monarch HDX encoding and destination settings by simply loading a properly formatted configuration file. For example, specialized CDNs and video platform providers who wish to offer a branded plug-and-play user experience can use the automatic configuration tools to give their customers a very simple installation procedure. The customer only needs to insert a USB key containing the customized automatic configuration file, boot the new Monarch HDX and the device will be ready to stream at exactly the right settings. Similarly, IT administrators in broadcast, corporate and education environments with deployments of multiple Monarch HDX units on a network can use the tools to manage all of the units from a single application or portal. This can be done automatically by having each Monarch HDX access a defined webpage for configuration settings at boot up. Alternatively, the task of fetching configuration settings can be triggered manually from the Monarch HDX Command Center.
Monarch HDX Control API is an HTTP-based API that lets system integrators create their own control software to start, to stop, to set streaming bitrates and destinations, and to get the status of a Monarch HDX device. The Monarch HDX Command Center or the automatic configuration tools are used to initially configure devices with complete streaming and recording parameters. Once set up, units can be controlled using the custom application, on-device buttons only or the Command Center
Integrate with Crestron or ROSS DashBoard
The Monarch HDX Control API is an ideal way to integrate Monarch HDX functionality into an existing broadcast facility, classroom, boardroom or other space equipped with a Crestron control system. Broadcasters who use ROSS equipment can take advantage of our ROSS DashBoard network control and monitoring integration. Monarch HDX registered users are invited to download a sample SIMPL module written to run on Crestron 2-Series® and 3-Series® Room Media Controllers or our ROSS DashBoard module for use with ROSS DashBoard Control Systems.
HDMI Video Input | 1920 x 1080p 60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25/24/23.98 |
1920 x 1080i 29.97/25 | |
1280 x 720p 60/59.94/50 | |
HDMI Video Output | Preview output of video input signal |
2-frame delay from input to output | |
SD video output as windowed in an HD output | |
SDI Video Input | 1920 x 1080p 60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25/24/23.98 |
1920 x 1080PsF 29.97/25 | |
1920 x 1080i 29.97/25 | |
1280 x 720p 60/59.94/50 | |
720 x 576i 25 | |
720 x 486i 29.97 | |
SDI Video Output | Clean distribution of SDI incoming signal |
0-frame latency passthrough of Input signal | |
Hardware bypass relay present in SDI signal path is "closed" on power failure | |
Audio Input | Processes first two channels of audio embedded in HDMI or SDI input signals |
Unbalanced analog stereo input via 1/8" jack (3.5 mm) | |
Line level | |
Audio Output | Pass-through of 8 embedded audio channels in HDMI and SDI signals |
Unbalanced analog stereo output via 1/8" jack (3.5 mm), pass-through of input Line level | |
Frame Synchronization | On both HDMI and SDI inputs. |
Video Encoder | Built-in H.264/MPEG-4 Part 10 (AVC) |
Resolutions | Selectable encoding resolutions: |
128 x 128 to 1920 x 1080 | |
Video Bit Rates | Single Encoder: |
Streaming mode - 20 Mbps | |
Recording mode - 30 Mbps | |
Dual Encoder: | |
Maximum 10 Mbps for streaming channels | |
Maximum 30 Mbps combining both channels | |
Encode Frame Rates | Encode frame rates (fps): 60/50, 30/25/24, 15/12.5 |
Note: The maximum encoded frame rate is 30 fps when input resolution is 1920 x 1080 | |
Encoding Profiles | Baseline, Main, and High |
Encoding Controls | 2.0, 3.0, 3.1, 4.0, 4.1 level support |
IBP GOP size and structure | |
Variable bit rate support | |
Average min/max data rate controls | |
De-blocking filter | |
Audio Encoder | MPEG-4 AAC |
Audio Encoding | Standard: AAC-LC |
Sample Frequency | 32, 44.1, or 48 kHz when digitized from analog source |
Channels | 2 channels stereo (L/R) |
Audio Bit Rates | Range from 32 kbps to 256 kbps |
Note: Audio codec settings are applied to streaming or files delivered by both encoders. | |
Scaler | High quality multi-tap 10-bit scaler and de-interlacer |
Available to both streaming and recording operations | |
Preview | Stream format: H.264 |
Bitrate: 300 kbps (average) | |
Stream type: RTSP | |
Recording Formats | MP4 and MOV with two channels of embedded AAC audio (maximum file length of 300 minutes) |
Network Interface | RJ45 connector providing 10/100/1000 Base-T Ethernet with Static or DHCP addressing |
Protocols: | |
RTMP, RTSP/RTP | |
IPv4 support | |
Unicast and Multi Unicast (from 3 to 10 clients) | |
User Interface | HTTP via standard PC or Mac web browser using Monarch HDX Command Center |
Front panel push buttons for independent streaming and recording Start/Stop control | |
Recording Media Support | 2x USB 2.0: |
Support for NTFS file system | |
Monarch HD will support writing to USB 3.0 devices at USB 2.0 speeds | |
1x SD card slot: | |
Supports SD and SDHC cards | |
Supports SDXC cards formatted with NTFS | |
Network mapped drive: | |
Support for writing to Shared Folders in computers found on a network using NFS or Windows share protocols | |
Transport and Storage | Max operating altitude: 9,842 ft / 3,000 m |
Max transport altitude: 39,370 ft / 12,000 m | |
Operating humidity: 20 to 80% relative humidity (non-condensing) | |
Storage humidity: 5 to 95% relative humidity (non-condensing) | |
Regulatory | EMI: FCC Class A, CE Mark Class A, ACMA C-Tick Mark, VCCI |
Power Supply Safety: UL/CUL(UL60950-1), TUV-GS(EN60950-1), T-LICENSE(BS EN60950-1), CCC(GB4943.1-2011), PSE(J60950), SAA(AS/NZS60950-1), KC-MARK(K60950),S-MARK(IEC60950-1) | |
RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC | |
Power | Line voltage: 100-240 VAC, 0.5 A |
Frequency: 50-60 Hz | |
Input: external AC/DC adapter -- IEC320-C8 | |
Output: 9 to 24 VDC | |
Total power consumption: 20 to 30 W typical, 42 W max | |
DIN4 locking power connector | |
Operating Temperature | 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C |
Dimensions | 5.6 x 8.5 x 1.4" / 14.2 x 21.6 x 3.6 cm |
6 x 8.5 x 1.5" / 15.3 x 21.6 x 3.8 cm (including pads and BNC spigots) | |
Weight | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
Main Feature Difference | Monarch HD | Monarch HDX |
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HDMI Input | Yes | Yes |
HDMI Preview Output | Yes | Yes |
SDI Input | No | Yes |
SDI Output | No | Yes |
Frame Synchronizer on both Inputs | No | Yes |
Volume Control | No | Yes |
Two Independent Channels: Streaming | No | Yes |
Two Independent Channels: Recording | No | Yes |
Simultaneous independent streaming and recording | Yes * | Yes |
H.264 Preview Stream of Input | No | Yes |
On Device Buttons | Yes | Yes |
Web Based UI | Yes | Yes |
HTTP Control API | Yes | Future release |
Crestron Module | Yes | Future release |
Auto-Configuration Modes | Yes | Future release |
RS-232 | No | Future release |
* For Monarch HD when streaming and recording 1080p30, content will not be independent. Same bitrate must apply. | ||
This restriction does not apply to Monarch HDX. |