AJA HELO H.264 HD/SD Recorder with 3G-SDI and HDMI inputs/ outputs

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    Product Code: HELO
    AJA HELO HD/SD Recorder
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HELO: Overview
AJA HELO: Stream, Record and Deliver H.264 at the touch of a single button
HELO is AJA's amazing H.264 recording and streaming standalone apparatus. It features both SDI and HDMI Inputs/Outputs into a solitary machine. The single appliance can stream, encode, and record excellent H.264. Also, saving files to either SD, SDHC or SDXC cards, and USB or NFS or CIFS mounted network based capacity concurrently.

HELO Features
• Easily movable, independent 3G-SDI and HDMI source inputs.
• Encoding up to 1080p 60 in both MPEG4 and H.264
• Has a 2 Channel stereo audio encoded up to 24bit at 48kHz
• Handles data rates from 32kbps to 256kbps in MPEG4
• Simultaneous record to SD, SDHC or SDXC cards, USB, NFS, CIFS, or SMB
• Has an SD Card and USB slot
• Video input and Output 3G-SDI, SMPTE-259/292/296/424, 10bit, Single Link 4:2:2, 4:4:4, BNC and HDMI backing for RTP/RTSP, RTMP, RTMP, HLS, and Unicast
• AV Mute with easy upload graphics support for pre-live feeds
• Speedy analysis of streaming issues using Error Logging
• Web User Interface Regionalization for Japanese, Chinese and Korean
• Online Graphical User Interface preview window

Portability
The AJA HELO is little with a robust form factor basic for your busy timetable. HELO is intended to travel well, fit any place required, and consistently deliver. This device is made to handle the extreme, be it webcasts, live events, and varied locations for production and post.
Even with the small form factor, AJA HELO offers Input and Output sources in a single device.

Encoding Capabilities
The main objective of a good encoding device is productivity and superb outcomes. AJA ELO encodes to H.264/MPEG4 guaranteeing data transfer capacity efficiencies with broadly compatible files. No conversion is required for files used on tablets, cell phones, PCs to Smart TVs.

It encodes 2 Channel stereo up to 24bit 48 kHz; data rates vary from 32kbps to 256kbps in MPEG4 AAC-LC. This permit's you to settle on the most suitable decision for your project requirements.

Streaming Capabilities
As streaming can be a complex activity, AJA HELO makes the process simple, easy, and smooth. Only with a USB connection and a Web UI you can configure and setup Content Delivery Network before you even get to the event. On arrival, just press the Stream button and convey your task.

Using HELO's Ethernet connection, you can deliver projects through RTP/RTSP, RTMP, RTMPE for Facebook live, and Unicast. HTTP Live Streaming (HLS) support covers compatibility with iOS operated gadgets and more.

To ensure you are getting a video to your expectation HELO offers a video preview through the Web Graphical User Interface.

The AV Mute setting permits you to quiet live video and sound for your stream. This way, you can either load personalized graphics with event details or use an inbuilt holding graphic before the event goes live. This feature is also used in case of technical difficulties while maintaining your stream.

Recording Capabilities
Live recording means instantaneous, thus high-pressure activity. AJA HELO eliminates pressure situations with the dedicated Record button directly placed on the front for instant recording. It additionally gives synchronized recording while streaming, and surplus recording of one file to two media destinations. This empowers you to hand a customer a duplicate of the occasion immediately after recording while keeping the master record in- house.

Media Selection Capabilities
The H.264 based encoding guarantees excellent capably sized files. This implies an open choice of the recording medium. It is possible to use USB sticks, drives, and RAIDs, basic SD, SDHC, or SDXC media or network shares over a switch.

Schedule Integration
AJA HELO opens up a universe of new streaming work processes for AV, houses of worship, corporate communications, live events, webcasting, production, and post. For projects with definitive time plans, a scheduler is included in HELO to trigger pre-arranged beginning and stop of recording and streaming media. Schedules are programmable through the Web User Interface, importation of ICS records, or by connecting to external calendars, i.e., Google Calendar.

Easy Fault Diagnosis
Event Logs helps with pinpointing issues for fault diagnosis remotely employing the web User Interface or sent out as an exported file. This is extremely important, especially if there are any service connection issues.

Support
AJA's specialized support is known as among the best in the business and accessible to all its clients. In case you require assistance with the installation, configuration, or operations of your HELO contact AJA Support. Your needs shall be attended to ensuring your smooth operations. AJA Support comes through even when you encounter technical issues. Another plus is a generous warranty for three years' cover.
 
Specifications
Video Formats
 
• (2K) 2048 x 1080p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60*
• (HD) 1080p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60
• (HD) 1080i 25, 29.97, 30
• (HD) 720p 50, 59.94, 60
• (SD) 525i, 625i
* 2K inputs are center cut to 1080p and are only supported on SDI input
Video Codec Support • H.264/MPEG-4 Encoder
Video Encoding Parameters
 
• 100 kbps to 20 Mbps (TBD) streamed output
• 100 kbps to 20 Mbps (TBD) recorded output
• Up to 1080p 60
• Supports Baseline, Main and High
• 2.0, 3.0, 3.1, 4.0 and 4.1 level support
Audio Encoding Parameters
 
• 32 kbps to 256 kbps
• 32, 44.1 and 48 kHz 2-Channel stereo
• MPEG-4 AAC-LC
Protocols
 
• RTMP, RTSP/RTP, Unicast and Multi Unicast (3-10 Clients)
Storage
• 1 x USB 2.0 slot, (Can be NTFS 3.1 or FAT32)
• 1 x SD Card slot, SD and SDHC cards (NTFS 3.1)
• Mounted Network Share
Video Input Digital
 
• 1 x 3G-SDI, SMPTE-259/292/296/424, 10-bit
• Single Link 4:2:2, 4:4:4 (1 x BNC)
• 1 x HDMI Standard Type A connector
• HDMI v1.4a, RGB or YCbCr
Video Output Digital
 
• 1 x 3G-SDI, SMPTE-292/296/424, 10-bit
• Single Link 4:2:2 or 4:4:4 (1 x BNC)
• 1 x HDMI Standard Type A connector
• HDMI v1.4a, RGB or YCbCr
Audio Input Digital
 
• 2-Channel, 24-bit SDI embedded audio, 48 kHz sample rate, synchronous
• 2-Channel, 24-bit HDMI embedded audio, 48 kHz sample rate, synchronous
Audio Input Analog • 2-Channel, Analog (Line Level, Unbalanced stereo 1 x 3.5mm TRS connector)
Audio Output Digital
 
• 2-Channel, 24-bit SDI embedded audio, 48 kHz sample rate, synchronous
• 2-Channel, 24-bit HDMI embedded audio, 48 kHz sample rate, synchronous
Audio Output Analog • 2-Channel, Analog (Line Level, Unbalanced stereo 1 x 3.5mm TRS connector)
Network Interface
 
• 10/100/1000 Ethernet (RJ-45)
• Embedded web server for Configuration and Control
User Interface
 
• Stream Button
• Record Button
• Web UI
• Simple Web Configuration via AJA eMini-Setup (OSX and PC)
Size (w x d x h) • 7.00” x 4.66” x 1.02” (177.8mm x 139.8mm x 25.8mm)
Weight • 0.8 lb (0.4 kg)
Power • 100-240V, 50/60 Hz Universal Input, +5-20V DC 13W Max
Environment
 
• Operating Temperature: 0 to 40 C (32 to 104 F)
• Operating Relative Humidity: 10-90% noncondensing
• Operating Altitude: <3,000 meters (<10,000 feet)
• Safe Storage Temperature (Power OFF): -40 to 60C (-40 to 140 F)
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