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    The VS-R265 4K live stream encoder addresses the growing demand for an external stand-alone encoder for 4K live streaming environments. The VS-R265 functions as a YouTube encoder and also provides live video streaming to popular Content Delivery Networks (CDNs) including Wowza, Ustream, AWS Elemental MediaLive and CloudFront, to name a few. The half-rack size VS-R265 functions as a stand-alone unit—no external computer is needed for recording or streaming.

    Tascam VS-R265 4K/UHD STREAMER/RECORDER Features
    • 4K/UHD AV over IP streaming media encoder and decoder for live video streaming.
    • Simultaneously records, encodes, streams, and decodes multiple 4K video streams.
    • Functions as an external stand-alone YouTube encoder for HD streaming to YouTube and other popular CDNs, including Wowza, Ustream, AWS Elemental MediaLive and CloudFront, etc.
    • Uses High Efficiency Video Coding (HEVC), a high efficiency coding scheme that delivers H.264 video quality via 4K content at half the bit rate.
    • Versatile audio I/O connections via balanced analog Euroblock low-voltage wire connectors and unbalanced analog 1/8" (3.5mm) mini-stereo jacks.
    • Perfect for a wide range of 4K live streaming AV installations and environments, including corporate, education, house of worship, government, industrial installations and security.
    • Audio can be embedded from analog sources and de-embedded to drive networked audio playback for ceiling speakers.
    • Provides digital audio embedded within the HDMI I/O.
    • Installed output level configuration function and reference level switching function (up to +20dBu) allows reliable and flexible system structuring.
    • Compatible with popular standard streaming protocols, including HLS, RTMP, RTP/RTSP, Multicast, Unicast.
    • Offers RESTful API for integration into control systems in commercial AV installations.
    • Ability to record directly to USB connected media or SD cards via a front panel loading slot.
    • Recorded files can easily be uploaded to an FTP server automatically for creating back-up copies or repurposing to the web.
    • With the optional rack-mountable shelf AK-RS1, up to two VS-R units can be installed in a 19-inch rack space.
    Professional Audio and Video Streaming For 4K AV over IP Applications:
    Balanced analog Euroblock/Phoenix low voltage wire connectors and unbalanced analog 1/8" (3.5mm) mini-stereo jacks provide versatile audio I/O connections for a wide range commercial AV over IP environments, including corporate, education, house of worship, government, industrial and security.

    TASCAM Professional Audio Integration with Streaming Video:
    Audio can be embedded from analog sources and de-embedded to drive networked audio playback for ceiling speakers, or digital audio within the HDMI I/O can be used. An integrated installed output level configuration function and reference level switching function (up to +20dBu) allows reliable and flexible system structuring when streaming video.

    Compliant with Standard Live Streaming Protocols:
    The VS-R265 live streaming encoder is compatible with popular standard streaming protocols, including HLS, RTMP, RTP/RTSP, Multicast, Unicast—all with RESTful API for integration into control systems in commercial AV installations.

    Simultaneous Recording and Archiving Via SD and USB:
    The VS-R265 can record directly to USB connected media or SD cards via a front panel loading slot.

    Create, Archive and Backup Files Automatically Via FTP:
    Recorded files can be automatically uploaded to an FTP server automatically for creating back-up copies, editing, or repurposing to the web.

    Tascam Discovery App and Web-GUI allow easy remote management of multiple VS-R unit systems:
    The Mac/Windows "TASCAM DISCOVERY" app allows multiple VS-R units connected to the network to be managed from a simple Web-browser based GUI. All configuration settings are saved within the VS-R devices, so that in normal operation no computer is needed for streaming or recording.

    No AC Adaptor Required for Commercial AV Installations:
    PoE+ functionality eliminates the need for AC adaptors in AV installations. Optional TASCAM AC power supply sold separately where external AC power is required. Power supply also can be done by the optional AC adapter (TASCAM PS-P1220E; sold separately)
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    TASCAM VS-R265 4K/UHD STREAMER/RECORDER Specifications

    TASCAM VS-R265 4K/UHD STREAMER/RECORDER Specifications
    Product Specifications Tascam VS-R265 4K/UHD STREAMER/RECORDER Specifications
    • HDMI IN Connector: HDMI v1.4a (Type A)
    • HDMI OUT Connector: HDMI v2.0 (Type A)
    • Input Resolutions:
      • 2160p: 30/ 29.97/ 25 / 24 / 23.98 fps
      • 1080p: 60 / 59.94 / 50 / 30 / 29.97 / 25 / 24 / 23.98 fps
      • 720p: 60 / 59.94 / 50 fps
      • 576p: 50 fps
      • 480p: 60 / 59.94 fps
    • Frame Rate Limit: on/off
    • Encode Scaling Resolutions: Passthru / 3840x2160p / 1920x1080p / 1280x720p / 950x540p / 720x576p / 720x480p / 640x360p / 480x270p / 320x180p
    • Encode Format: H.264 / H.265
    • Encode Bitrates: 500k to 30M bps
    • Bitrate Control: Variable / Constant
    • Key Frame Interval: 0.25-1.00-16.5(sec) or 3-1000(frame)
    • Analog Audio Inputs (UNBALANCED):
      • Connector: 3.5mm Stereo mini jack
      • Nominal Input Level: -10dBV (0.316Vrms)
      • Maximum Input Level: +6dBV (2.0Vrms)
    • Analog Audio Inputs (BALANCED):
      • Connector: Euroblock (balanced) 3.81 mm pitch
      • Nominal Input Level:
        • +4dBu(1.23Vrms, Ref.Level other than -9dBFS)
        • +6dBu(1.55Vrms, Ref.Level -9dBFS)
      • Maximum Input Level:
        • +15dBu(4.36Vrms, Ref.Level -9dBFS)
        • +18dBu(6.16Vrms, Ref.Level -14dBFS)
        • +20dBu(7.75Vrms, Ref.Level -16dBFS)
    • Analog Audio Outputs (UNBALANCED):
      • Connector: 3.5mm Stereo mini jack
      • Nominal Output Level: -10dBV (0.316Vrms)
      • Maximum Output Level: +6dBV (2.0Vrms)
    • Analog Audio Outputs (BALANCED):
      • Connector: Euroblock (balanced) 3.81 mm pitch
      • Nominal Output Level: +4dBu(1.23Vrms)
      • Maximum Output Level:
        • +15dBu(4.36Vrms, Ref.Level -9dBFS)
        • +18dBu(6.16Vrms, Ref.Level -14dBFS)
        • +20dBu(7.75Vrms, Ref.Level -16dBFS)
    • Output Volume: -8, -72 to +6dB (1dB step)
    • Audio Codec: AAC, 64k to 512k bps, 32k/44.1k/48k Hz
    • Storage Media: USB Drive, SD/SDHC card
    • USB Connection: USB3.0 A-type
    • Record Bit Rates: 500k to 30M bps
    • Video Transport Protocols: RTMP / RTSP / HLS / Unicast / Multicast
    • Simultaneous Streaming: 1 x RTMP / 2 x Unicast / 1 x Multicast
    • Stream Bit Rates: 500k to 30M bps
    • Network Connectivity: 1Gb Ethernet
    • Full-featured web browser-based UI: Designed for tablets and desktops. Encoder and decoder configuration for unicast, multicast and RTMP
    • IP Address: DHCP (Default) / Static
    • Command and Control: HTTP (Auto-detect and discover other TASCAM encoder and decoder units on subnet.)
    • Power: PoE+,TASCAM PS-P1220E AC adapter (sold separately)
    • Dimensions: 214(W) × 44.5(H) × 136.1(D)mm (including protrusions)
    • Weight: 0.85kg
    • Operating temperature range: 0 to 40 °C
    • Included items: Installation brackets, Euroblock plugs, Cable band kit, USB memory (including Discovery
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