Haivision Rack 400 Video Encoder

Premium 4K UHD and Multi-HD Encoder – 4K/UHD, quad-HD HEVC and H.264 video encoder with return feed, IFB and operational cellular connectivity

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Haivision Rack 400 Video Encoder – 4K UHD & Multi-HD Encoder
Elevate your remote production to the next level with Haivision Rack, the compact rack-mountable encoder designed for live events and sports streaming. Rack streams pristine video quality over unmanaged networks.
The Haivision Rack400 is a compact video encoder for multi-camera HD, 4K UHD, and HDR remote production of live sports and news. The Rack400 includes hardware accelerated H.265/HEVC and H.264/AVC encoding for premium video quality with optimized bandwidth usage and end-to-end latency as low as 200ms.

For multi-camera broadcast contribution, up to four HD encodes, the Rack400 supports video and audio stream synchronization for seamless camera switching at production. The Rack400 can also connect to PTZ cameras and tally lights for remote control by a Haivision StreamHub receiver, even during live transmissions. To facilitate communications between field operators and production staff, the Rack400 offers video return feeds and a bidirectional audio intercom (IFB).

Designed for both fixed and mobile deployments, the Rack400 can be used as a standalone appliance or up to 2 units can be rackmounted in a 1RU space making it ideally suited for installation in OB vans. Rack400 encoders can be directly connected over wired IP networks, to mobile networks using the Haivision Quad CellLink active cellular antennas, or Ka satellite transmitters, enabling live video broadcasting from anywhere.

Simple
The Rack400 is extremely user-friendly and features an intuitive touch-screen user interface enabling camera operators to begin broadcasting live video with just 2 taps.
Versatile
The Rack400 is a versatile all-in-one solution for mobile video contribution and remote production. Encode and transmit a single 4K UHD source or four simultaneous HD sources with up to 10-bit pixel depths, 4:2:2 chroma subsampling, and in HDR.
High Performance
By implementing an ultra-low latency H.265/HEVC hardware encoder in a compact design enclosure, the Rack400 enables video professionals to provide seamless and pristine video for news and events coverage.
Any Network
Leveraging the Emmy® award winning SST and SRT protocols, the Rack400 can reliably transmit high-quality broadcast contribution video over any network even with fluctuating conditions

Functions
Premium Live Video up to 4K UHD – The Haivision Rack400 offers the highest-quality video performance and the latest generation of HEVC encoding technology for pristine HD and UHD video transmission over all types of IP networks. Supporting SRT for safe and reliable streaming over the internet as well as SST for cellular bonding technology using an optional Haivision Quad CellLink antenna, the Rack400 can transmit live video with bitrates up to 80Mbps for high-quality broadcast contribution.
Multi-camera Remote Production – Bring your remote production and REMI workflows to the next level with four frame-synced HD feeds and simultaneous remote control of IP-based equipment including PTZ cameras. Thanks to high bandwidth and low-latency IP video transmission, the Rack400 enables multi-camera remote production from anywhere.
IFB & Video Return – Ensure two-way audio communication between the producer, camera operator & on-air talent thanks to a seamless and robust intercom system. The Rack400 can also receive a high-quality and encrypted HD feed from the production studio during a live broadcast or in standby mode. With sub-second latency streaming, Rack400 return feeds can be used for watching on-air programs, teleprompting information or confidence monitoring from the field.
Record & Progressive Forward – Record UHD/HD broadcast-grade quality video on an SD card, and optimize your file forwarding time by with progressive uploads while the live recording is still in progress. The Rack400’s advanced recording and file forwarding enables fast and error-free video delivery over any IP network.

Alternative Rack Versions:
Rack400
4K UHD / Multi HD (x4)
HEVC / H.264
8 audio channels
Rack300
HD
HEVC / H.264
4 audio channels
Rack200
HD
H.264
4 audio channels

Additional information

Brand

Haivision

Warranty
VIDEO
Standards
UHD: 2160p60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25
HD: 1080p60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25
1080i60/59.94/50
720p60/59.94/50
Density
Single UHD/HD
Quadruple HD
Encoding
H.265/HEVC 4:2:0/4:2:2, 8/10-bit
H.264/AVC 4:2:0, 8-bit
Dynamic resolution adjustment
High Dynamic Range (HLG & PQ)
Bitrates
2 Mbps to 80 Mbps for UHD
300 Kbps to 20 Mbps for HD
Constant Bitrate (CBR)
Variable Bitrate (VBR)
Inputs
SDI
AUDIO
Encoding
AAC-LC
Bitrates
32 Kbps to 256 Kbps
Mode
Mono, Stereo
Density
Up to 4 Mono or up to 4 Stereo
Inputs
Embedded over SDI
NETWORK CONNECTIONS
Ethernet
2 x Gigabit Ethernet ports
- LAN, WAN
- portable satellite (Ka & Ku Band)
Cellular
With optional Haivision Quad CellLink
- 4 x 3G/4G-LTE world-wide compliant modems
- 4 SIM slots
- High efficiency embedded antenna
Transport Protocol
SST over Cellular/Ethernet (bonding)
SRT over Ethernet
ADVANCED FEATURES
Dual encoding for simultaneous Live & Record (single HD mode)
Sub second glass-to-glass latency (down to 200 ms in single encoder mode
and down to 500 ms in multi-encoder mode)
Video and Audio level preview
Intercom/IFB with AES encryption
Video return from studio (full HD, sub-second latency, AES encryption)
Automatic Live Start
Networks Links priorities (user configurable)
Data Bridge for switching the device as mobile router
Simultaneous Live and IP traffic (for remote camera control)
SMPTE-12M timecode passthrough
INTERFACES
1 x 12G/3G-SDI input and 3 x 3G-SDI inputs (BNC)
1 x 12G-SDI output (BNC)
1 x HDMI 1.4 output
1 x GenLock input (BNC)
2 x RJ-45 Ethernet
2 x USB 3.0 (type-A), 1 x USB 3.0 (type-C)
1 x mini jack for IFB/intercom headset
1 x micro SD card slot
CONTROL & MONITORING
Embedded touch screen
Web UI (through laptop, smartphone, etc.)
From Haivision StreamHub transceiver
From Haivision Manager
POWER
Power Supply
Dual DC input 18V
Consumption
34W max (25W to 30W typical)
PHYSICAL
Dimensions (W x H x D)
22,2 cm x 4,4 cm x 11,5 cm
(8.66” x 1.57” x 4.33”)
Weight
1.36 Kg / 3.00 lbs
Operating Temperature
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)