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StudioTech 64: NAB 2013 – Matrox Monarch HD

StudioTech 64: NAB 2013 – Matrox Monarch HD

Vance talks with Matrox about the Monarch HD Professional Video Streaming and Recording Appliance. From any HDMI input source such as a camera or switcher, Matrox Monarch HD generates an H.264-encoded stream compliant with RTSP or RTMP protocol. While encoding the video at bitrates suitable for live streaming, Matrox Monarch HD simultaneously records a high-quality… Continue Reading

StudioTech 57: GoPro Hero 3 Black and the SDI challenge

StudioTech 57: GoPro Hero 3 Black and the SDI challenge

Find out how to get a reliable SDI source from a GoPro Hero 3 Black camera. This testing was all done on GoPro software version: HD3.03.02.00. The Blackmagic Design HDMI to SDI mini converter was updated to the 2.0 level firmware. Key points: 1/ Always power the GoPro down after making a change to the… Continue Reading