AJA HELO H.264 Streamer and Recorder

The AJA HELO H.264 Streamer and Recorder is a powerful standalone appliance that brings both SDI and HDMI I/O into a single appliance with the ability to simultaneously stream out to your Content Delivery Network (CDN) as well as encode and record beautiful H.264 files to either SD, SDHC or SDXC cards, USB storage or NFS or CIFS mounted network-based storage simultaneously.

The HELO can be connected either via a direct USB port to set static/dynamic IP addresses though AJA eMini-Setup software or over the network using HELO’s web server-generated UI. HELO’s H.264 based encoding not only ensures beautiful, efficiently sized files. Utilize USB thumb sticks, drives, and RAIDs, common SD or SDHC media, or network shares across a switch. A Perfect Solution for a busy schedule, Live events, webcasts, production from SD to HD 720p-1080p60, various post locations, and the device also can take the heat. Designed to travel well, fit wherever needed, and easy professional operation.

The HELO H.264 Streamer & Recorder HDMI/3G-SDI is an independent H.264 streaming and recording stand. It comes with both SDI and HDMI I/O with simultaneous stream out to the Web Content Delivery Network (CDNs) as well as to encode or to record into SD cards, USB Storage, and Network-based storage. To streamline on-site workflows; this product offers front-panel buttons for Recording, Streaming, and Web Browser-based UI that provides easy configuration and control.

HELO Features:

• Portable, stand-alone 3G-SDI and HDMI source inputs
• Encode up to 1080p 60 in H.264/MPEG-4
• 2-Channel stereo audio encoded up to 24-bit 48kHz
• Data rates from 32kbps to 256kbps in MPEG-4
• Record to SD, SDHC, or SDXC cards, USB storage, NFS, CIFS, or SMB
• USB Slot and SD card slot
• Video input and output 3G-SDI, SMPTE-259/292/296/424, 10-bit, Single Link 4:2:2, 4:4:4, BNC and HDMI
• Support for RTP/RTSP, RTMP, HLS, and Unicast
• AV Mute with user graphics upload support for pre-live feeds
• Error logging for quick analysis of streaming issues
• WebUI Regionalization for Chinese, Japanese and Korean
• Web-based GUI preview window

Portable and Packed to Go
HELO’s small and robust form factor is essential for your busy schedule. Live events, webcasts, production, and post locations vary and you need a device that can take the heat. HELO is designed to travel well, fit wherever needed, and continuously deliver; all with full-size connectivity. The HELO offers both 3G-SDI and HDMI source inputs in a single device with the ability to encode up to 1080p 60 in beautiful and efficient H.264. Stream out to your CDN and record to SD, SDHC, or SDXC cards, USB storage or NFS or CIFS mounted network-based shares simultaneously.

Encode
Your goal is efficiency with beautiful results. HELO encodes to H.264/MPEG-4 ensuring bandwidth efficiencies with widely compatible files. From tablets to smartphones, desktops to Smart TVs, no translation necessary. The 2-Channel stereo audio can be encoded at up to 24-bit 48kHz at data rates ranging from 32kbps to 256kps in MPEG-4 AAC-LC, allowing you to make the most appropriate choice for your project's needs.

Stream
A USB connection and robust web browser-based UI allow you to set up and configure your CDN connection before you even arrive at your event. Once there, simply press the Stream button and deliver your project across HELO’s Ethernet connection, which allows support for RTP/RTSP, RTMP, RTMPE for Facebook live as well as Unicast. HTTP Live Streaming (HLS) support adds compatibility with Apple's popular iOS devices and more.

HELO's web-based GUI even provides a video preview window so that you can ensure you are getting just what you expect. An AV Mute setting allows you to mute live video and audio for your stream and either load your own graphic with event details or utilizes a built-in holding graphic before your event goes live

Record
HELO offers a dedicated Record button right on the front of HELO’s small and mobile interface for immediate recording. It also provides simultaneous recording while streaming and redundant recording of one file to two media destinations simultaneously. This enables you to hand a client a copy of the event right after the recording ends while maintaining a master in the house.

Mass Media
HELO’s H.264 based encoding not only ensures beautiful, efficiently sized files, it means your recording medium choices are wide open. Utilize USB thumb sticks, drives, and RAIDs, common SD, SDHC, or SDXC media or network shares across a switch. Pick to suit your project.

Calendar Integration
HELO opens up a world of new streaming workflows for AV, live events, houses of worship, webcasting, corporate communications, production, and post. HELO offers a scheduler that triggers pre-planned start and stops of recording and streaming media simplifying projects that require definitive schedules. The schedule may be programmed locally through HELO’s web UI, by importing ICS files or by linking to external calendar providers such as Google Calendar.

Web Server Built-In
AJA eMini-Setup and HELO’s easy-to-use web browser interface make HELO simple to set up, configure and update firmware at any time. You can connect to HELO either via its direct USB port to set static/dynamic IP addresses though AJA eMini-Setup software or over the network using HELO’s web server-generated UI.

It's a Fast World. Capture It
1080p 60 is the de facto standard today for the delivery of sports, live events, crystal clear video conferencing, webinars, and game capture. Simply connect any video device to HELO via 3G-SDI or HDMI and record H.264 files and stream as needed. HELO is the perfect complement to any professional workflow, easily connecting to a range of HD-capable devices.