Matrox Monarch Edge
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Monarch EDGE Encoder & Decoder

4K/Multi-HD Remote Production (REMI) Encoder And Decoder
Coupled with the powerful Monarch EDGE decoder, the Monarch EDGE encoding device offers exceptional quality at the lowest latency while securely transporting your video feeds from the event to the centralized production facility. This compact, robust, and low-power remote production (REMI) encoder/decoder has made producing live, multi-camera events more affordable than ever by keeping talent in-house. Programs destined for web or over-the-top (OTT) delivery to the cloud can select the 4:2:0 8-bit encoder version, while the 4:2:2 10-bit capable Monarch EDGE encoder version is ideal for demanding, broadcast-quality productions.
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Big Productions, Small Footprint

Easily produce multi-angle live events by extending the production studio to any remote location with a network connection. Monarch EDGE can encode up to four camera feeds from HD or 3G-SDI sources. When an in-studio 4K production requires a remote feed, Monarch EDGE can accept either 4K signals over 12G-SDI, or a quad 3G-SDI to deliver a full-4K stream. All of the supported SDI resolutions will be available on the upcoming ST 21101 networked I/O ports using SFP28 connectivity. For events that require more cameras, its compact footprint ensures that two units will fit into a single 1RU space.

Built for High Quality 10-bit H.264 Encoding

The optimized H.264 engine powering Monarch EDGE keeps data rates exceptionally low without sacrificing quality. If quality is of the highest importance, streams can be encoded up to 120 Mbps. Four inputs can be streamed at resolutions up to 1080p60, or one input at 2160p60 using the High 4:2:2 H.264 encoding profile. Furthermore, multiple processes can be performed on each input by powerful scaling and de-interlacing engines. This enables each input to be streamed at multiple resolutions and bitrates simultaneously, which is useful for remote monitoring.

Exceptionally Low Latency

In live environments, high signal transport latencies are detrimental to remote production (REMI) quality. Audio and video may be hard to maintain, and return channels to the field are often too far behind the live-action, hindering seamless staff interaction. With “glass-to-glass” latencies as low as 100ms between video input at encoder and video output at the decoder, Monarch EDGE achieves some of the lowest latencies on the market while using standard 1 GbE networks.

Keep It In-Sync

All channels encoded by Monarch EDGE will be locked to a single clock, and the streams generated will have timestamps to allow the Monarch EDGE decoder to realign the streams at output. For the very best results, the cameras feeding the encoder should be genlocked together to ensure each frame is captured in phase. Monarch EDGE offers a genlock output jack with a signal that can be distributed to those cameras if an on-site sync generator is not available.

Flexible Protocols

There are a variety of streaming protocols available to Monarch EDGE users for use during remote productions (REMI). On closed networks, MPEG-2 TS or RTSP streams can be selected for delivery. For cloud-based destinations, or when the network is congested, SRT may be more appropriate. SRT is a new open-source format that provides the reliability of RTMP, while reducing latency, for use on open networks. SRT streams can also be encrypted if security is a concern. The Monarch EDGE decoder supports the processing of MPEG-2 TS, RTSP, and SRT protocols.

Simple, Easy-to-Use Tally and Talkback

The Monarch EDGE remote production (REMI) encoder and decoder pair provides the transfer of tally2 signals and talkback channels to facilitate bi-directional communication between on-site camera operators and in-studio personnel. Eight tally signals can be sent from the production switcher to the decoder, which transfers these signals to the encoder for output to the cameras. Two balanced analog inputs and two balanced analog outputs are found on both the encoder and decoder for interfacing with local intercom systems.

Comprehensive Connectivity

Both the Monarch EDGE encoder and decoder devices offer flexible, future-proof video connectivity with 3G, 12G SDI, and ST 21101 over 25 GbE network connections.

Convenient, Centralized Control

Monarch EDGE Control Hub is a powerful application that provides management and configuration remotely over all Monarch EDGE units on the network. This convenient software provides authorized users with high-level views of all devices on the network, and enables full access and control from a single, easy-to-use interface.

Localized Preview

Allowing up to four simultaneous input previews on a single desktop monitor, Monarch EDGE’s DisplayPort output ensures that videos are valid and ready to use. Monarch EDGE Control Hub allows users to effortlessly configure how they would like to preview audio sources of input. From the DisplayPort and line out, users can choose to monitor one audio input at a time, or mute all.

Robust and Practical Design

Both the Monarch EDGE encoder and decoder were built with reliability in mind. An LCD screen on the front of the appliance allows the user to quickly access its status and configuration settings. A locking power connector safeguards against connection loss during production. Redundant Ethernet (1 GbE) ports allow users to control the device from one port while sending video from a second port. Users can opt to send the same streams from each port while taking completely separate network paths. Finally, Monarch EDGE’s compact design ensures it can be installed in a fly-pack or with a second Monarch EDGE unit in a 1RU-rack space.


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Connectivity
Video Input
  • 1x 12G SDI input per ST 2082
  • 3x 3G SDI inputs per ST 425 (Level A mapping only)
  • UHD support using 4 SDI inputs per SMPTE ST 425-5
    -Square division
    -2x sample interleave input1
  • 2x SFP 28 network ports (up to 25 Gbps)
  • Capture up to four independent 3 Gbps video streams or one 12 Gbps (4Kp60) stream encapsulated per SMPTE ST 2110-10, -20, and -21. Seamless protection (redundancy) according to SMPTE ST 2022-7
Video Input Resolutions 2160p at 50, 59.94, 60 fps
1080p at 251, 29.971, 301, 50, 59.94, 60 fps
1080i at 25, 29.97, 301fps
720p at 50, 59.94, 60 fps
Audio Input Digital:
8x channels of embedded audio support per SDI input. Two channels per input supported with first release

Analog:
2x channels of balanced analog audio input via XLR connector** Line Level
Audio Output Analog:
2x channels of balanced analog audio output via XLR connector
1 channel of unbalanced stereo audio output via 1/8” TRS connector
Confidence Preview 1x DisplayPort 1.1
Maximum resolution: 1920x1080
Performance
Color Space and Chroma Sub-Sampling 4:2:0 (8-bit and 10-bit)
4:2:2 (8-bit and 10-bit)
Video and Audio Processing
Frame Synchronization Yes
Video Scaling High Quality multi-tap 10 bit Up/Down Scaler and De-Interlacer
Video Compositing Yes
Audio Encoding Format AAC-LC
Audio Sampling Frequency 48 kHz when digitized from analog source
Audio Bitrates Range from 32 kbps to 256 kbps
Codec
Video Encoding Formats H.264/MPEG-4 Part 10 (AVC)
Encoding Profiles Up to High 4:2:2 profile (Hi422P)
Encoder Bitrates Range Video: Up to 120 Mbps
Encoding Rate Control Configurable GOP (Group Of Pictures) Structure
Constant Bitrate (CBR)
Favor quality
Favor speed
Variable Bitrate (VBR)
Encoding Level Up to 5.2
Encoding
Encoding Capability 4:2:0
1x 3840x2160p @60fps
4x 1920x1080 @60fps
16x 1920x1080 @30fps
Plus proxy stream
1x 1080p proxy stream (8-bit)
4x 720p30 proxy stream
4:2:2
1x 3840x2160p @60 fps
4x 1920x1080 @60 fps

There are a number of additional encoding profiles that can be generated per input.
Encoding Latency Latency as low as 50ms (network transfers and decode operation not included in value)
Decoding
Decoding Capability 1x 3840x2160 60p
4x 1920x1080 60p
Decoding Latency Latency as low as 50ms (network transfers and encode operation not included in value)
Decoding Protocols SRT
RTSP
MPEG-2 TS over UDP
Network
Network Standard 2x RJ45, 100/1000BASE-T Ethernet
2x MSA-compatible SFP28 cage supporting 10 GbE and 25 GbE modules
IP Addressing IPv4
IPv6
DHCP (default) and static IP
Streaming Protocols MPEG-2 TS over UDP (unicast or multicast)
RTP/RTSP
Native RTP (unicast or multicast)
SRT
RTMP
Command and Control HTTPS over TCP
UPnP (discovery)




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Product Dimensions
  • 8.53 (L) x 7.52 (W) x 1.68 (H) inches
  • 21.7 (L) x 19.1 (W) x 4.3 (H) cm

Unit Weight
  • 3.65 lbs / 1,660 g

Power Supply Unit
  • Line voltage: 100-240 V a.c.
  • Frequency: 50-60 Hz
  • Input: external AC/DC adapter - IEC320-C14
  • DIN4 locking power connector

Additional Features
  • Configurable genlock
    Bi-level genlock output (encoder)
    Bi-level or tri-level genlock input (decoder)

    VANC ancillary data processing (SDI and IP)
    Closed captioning (CC) embedded in VANC processing as CEA-608/708
    Vertical interval timecode (RP-188)
    HDR and colorimetry metadata

    Tally
    8x tally signals (sent to cameras-encoder)
    8x tally signals (sent from switcher-decoder)
    Tally ports available via a 15-pin D-SUB connector