BRIDGE LIVE is a turnkey solution built for critical live video applications with high performance SDI and stream-based encoding/decoding/ transcoding, flexible multi-channel 12G-SDI I/O, comprehensive metadata and closed caption support, and all within a compact 1RU form factor with redundant power supplies.
Designed with the ability to support both low-latency and high-quality workflows across a range of codecs, containers, and protocols, BRIDGE LIVE enables numerous use cases including; backhauling remote live SDI video sources to the media production facility and returning a program feed, high quality reference video for remote collaboration in production and post, multi-input direct-to-audience streaming via platforms such as YouTube, Facebook, or Twitch, through to encoding for content distribution with ABR ladder profiles or hand-off for OTT packaging, and all supported via public internet.
- Product Identifiers -
MPN: BLVE-12G4-S01UPC: 812321032376
- Product Specifications -
Video Formats
- (UltraHD) 3840 x 2160p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60
- (2K) 2048 x 1080p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 47.95, 48, 50, 59.94, 60
- (HD) 1080i 50, 59.94, 60
- (HD) 1080p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60
- (HD) 720p 50, 59.94, 60
- (SD) 625i 50
- (SD) 525i 59.94
- YCbCr, 4:2:2, 10-bit
Video Codec Color Component Sampling
- 4:2:2, 10-bit/8-bit
- 4:2:0, 10-bit/8-bit
Video Codecs
- H.264 (AVC, MPEG-4)
- H.265 (HEVC)
- JPEG 2000 (VSF TR 01)
- MPEG-2
Audio Streams/Codecs
- AAC
- AC3
- E-AC3 (input)
- MPEG-2 Audio
- Uncompressed PCM (multi-channel), SMPTE 302M-2007
Metadata
- Closed Captioning (EIA-608/708)
- Line 21 Captions
- Metadata pass-through
- MPEG-2 ancillary packet support, SMPTE 2038
- SCTE-35, SCTE-104 (pass-through)
- Subtitles embedded within H.264 SEI messages
- Electronic program guide (EPG) on input
Containers and Protocols
- HLS (input)
- AVC TS segments
- Fragmented MP4
- MPEG-TS
- MPTS (input)
- RTMP/RTMPS (output)
- RTP, UDP
- SRT (including encryption)
- VSF-TR01
Video Processing
- Auto Color Component Sampling based on I/O settings
- Cropping / Padding
- Color adjustments
- Deinterlacing
- Frame rate 50% down-conversion (60p->30p, 59.94->29.97, 50p->25p)
- Frame rate up-conversion (50i->50p)
- Logo insertion
- Resizing
Audio Processing
- Channel Remapping
- Gain
- Sample Rate conversion
Synchronization
- Input PCR
- Global configuration (in separate transport stream)
- Local configuration (in each transport stream)
- Output PTS
- Pass-through
- Add offset to input PTS
Performance
- Stream startup time maximum 5 seconds after configuration applied
- Latency down to sub 150ms input to output (based on codec and other parameters)
- Up to 4 simultaneous primary HD streams, plus additional output variations per stream*
- Up to 1 primary UltraHD stream, plus additional output variations of that stream*
*Final additional stream count per output is dependent on configuration
Video Input Digital
- 12G-SDI, SMPTE-2082, 10-bit
- 6G-SDI*, SMPTE-2081, 10-bit
- 3G-SDI, SMPTE-424, 10-bit
- 1.5G-SDI, SMPTE 292M, 10-bit
- 270 Mbit/s SDI, SMPTE 259M-C, 10-bit
*UltraHD 30p supported, no other SMPTE-2081 support at this time
Video Output Digital
- 12G-SDI, SMPTE-2082, 10-bit
- 6G-SDI*, SMPTE-2081, 10-bit
- 3G-SDI, SMPTE-424, 10-bit
- 1.5G-SDI, SMPTE 292M, 10-bit
- 270 Mbit/s SDI, SMPTE 259M-C, 10-bit
*UltraHD 30p supported, no other SMPTE-2081 support at this time
Audio Input Digital
- 16-channel, 16 and 24-bit SDI embedded audio, 48 kHz sample rate, synchronous per SDI connection
Audio Output Digital
- 16-channel, 16 and 24-bit SDI embedded audio, 48 kHz sample rate, synchronous per SDI connection
Configuration and Monitoring
- Local "Kiosk" interface (keyboard, mouse and monitor)
- Remote access via Browser
- REST API
- SNMP
Form Factor
- 1RU turnkey system
- 4x full size BNC (12G/6G/3G/1.5G-SDI compatible)
- 2x 10GigE
- Local interface via Display Port and USB
- OS custom image
- Updates and licenses via download
Size (w x d x h)
- 17.2" x 16.9" x 1.7" (436.88 x 429.26 x 43.18 mm)
Weight
- 28 lb. (12.7kg) in box
- 18 lb. (8.2kg) server only
Power
- 100-240 VAC 50/60 Hz (Dual, redundant power supplies)
- 190W typical, 245W Maximum
Environment
- Safe Operating Temperature: 5 to 35 C (41 to 95 F)
- Safe Storage Temperature (Power OFF): -40 to 60 C (-40 to 140 F)
- Operating Relative Humidity: 8-90% noncondensing
- Nonoperating Relative Humidity: 5-95% noncondensing
Hassle Free Returns
At Motion Media, our goal is to ensure your complete satisfaction with your purchase. If, for whatever reason, you are dissatisfied with your purchase, you may return it to Motion Media within 30 days. Claims for missing items or items damaged in transit must be received within three business days of receipt of merchandise.
Refunds on returned items will be issued in the same payment form as tendered at the time of purchase. If payment was made by credit card, once we receive the product we will credit your account. Please allow 7-10 days for a credit to appear on your credit card statement. If payment was made by check, please allow 10 business days for a refund check to be issued.
Please read all conditions below. If conditions are not met, Motion Media reserves the right to refuse the return or to charge a restocking fee of up to 25%.
How to return or exchange an item:
- In order to return an item you need to first obtain an RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) number.
- To request an RMA number, please visit our contact page and send us an email with the request.
- To request an RMA number by phone, call Customer Service at 310-450-4000.
- Place the original package into a shipping carton.
- Include the invoice and the reason for the return. If defective, please specify the defect.
- Please do not place stickers or shipping labels on the original manufacturer's package.
- The RMA number must be clearly written on the outer box. If you received a label in the email, print the label and tape it to the carton.
- Ship via insured ground service with a tracking number. Return shipping charges are the responsibility of the customer. We are not responsible for lost or damaged packages.
- Send pre-authorized returns to:
Motion Media, LLC
Attn: RMA#XXXXX
2875 E. Patrick Lane, Suite O
Las Vegas, NV 89120
- Alternatively, you may return an item at our office at the above location, with an approved RMA.
Rules:
- All returned or exchanged items must be in new condition,
unopened in the original box, and must include all packing material, blank warranty cards, manuals, and all accessories. 15% restocking fee on any opened items. If you are going to return, do not open the box. - 25% restocking fee on LitePanels, Anton Bauer and Sachtler returns.
- Motion Media is not responsible for personal data or items left in returned merchandise.
- Defective items may be repaired or exchanged at our discretion for the same model or manufacturer's equivalent model.
- RMA numbers are valid for 10 days.
- Motion Media is not responsible for any consequential or incidental damage resulting from the sale or use of any merchandise bought from us. We are responsible for the monetary value of the merchandise only.
*No Return/Exchange On:
- No Returns on Blackmagic Design purchases.
- Any Electronically Delivered Software
- 3D Printers & Accessories
- Custom systems built or modified by Motion Media to customer's specifications
- Educational dvd's and books once unwrapped
- Motion Media Gift Cards are redeemable for merchandise only and may not be redeemed for cash.