The powerful and all-in-one Blackmagic Design Streaming Encoder 4K enables high-quality streaming in H.264 or H.265 via SRT or RTMP. It offers direct compatibility with a wide range of platforms and software, including Facebook, YouTube, Twitch, Twitter, Restream.IO, Vimeo, BoxCast, Castr, AfreecaTV, Bilibili, DouYu, Weibo, Zoom, Skype, Microsoft Teams, QuickTime Player, FaceTime, OBS Studio, VLC, Wirecast Play, and Wowza Streaming Engine. Streaming can be done through the built-in RJ45 Ethernet port supporting 10/100/1000BASE-T, or via USB-C when tethered to high-speed 4G or 5G smartphones. The encoder is equipped with 12G-SDI connectivity, supporting resolutions up to DCI 4K60 via an SDI input and an SDI loop output. The unit also features SDI and HDMI monitor outputs. Video, audio, status, and menu settings may be monitored via the integrated 2.2" LCD screen. There is also an option to connect the device as a webcam to a computer via its rear-panel USB-C port. The front panel features six buttons and a spin knob for tactile control, and the unit may be powered via its rear 100-240 VAC and 12 VDC 4-pin XLR ports.
