Tascam VS-R264 Full-HD-Videostreamer / Recorder

The VS-R264 is a AV-over-IP streaming encoders/decoders which offers simultaneous encoding, streaming, recording and decoding of audio/video material in 4K/UHD or Full HD resolution using the H.265/HEVC or H.264 video codecs. It can be used for transmissions over corporate networks and WANs or for live streaming into the internet plus automatic FTP upload of recorded files to network storage. Utilising open streaming formats and protocols, both models support Content Delivery Networks and online live platforms like YouTube, Wowza, Ustream, AWS Elemental MediaLive, CloudFront and others.

With power over Ethernet or external 12 Volt supply, HDMI in/out with audio embedding and de-embedding, and full control from a RESTful API allowing for integration into automation and control systems, these units are extremely versatile. Whereas many other products either lack professional audio levels or connectors, don’t record at all, or can’t simultaneously encode and decode, Tascam VS-R264 sport fully balanced audio I/O via Euroblock connectors, with configurable reference levels for compatibility with professional audio systems. Unbalanced 3.5-mm stereo mini jacks are also provided for compatibility with consumer devices.

The bi-directional AV operation, live online streaming, secure capture to SD media then later upload for the web site, is ideal for live events, lectures, government sessions, boardroom presentations, concert venues and houses of worship, also for connections between rooms or locations. With a compact 1U, half-rack size, two units can be rack-mounted side by side. They can also be easily placed on a table or screwed under a shelf with the included mounting bracket.

Features
• Encodes, decodes, records and streams in multiple formats – all simultaneously 
• Outputs multiple streaming protocols (RTMP, RTSP, HLS) plus 2 × unicast and 1 × multicast in parallel
• Streams Full HD (1920 × 1080p) video signals encoded to H.264 with bit rates up to 30 megabits
• Ideally suited as stand-alone YouTube encoder or for live streaming to other CDNs like DaCast, Facebook, Wowza and others 
• Decodes streaming video signals to Full HD (1920 × 1080p)
• HDMI input for cameras and other sources, HDMI output for display devices 
• RESTful API for integration into control systems in commercial AV installations 
• Balanced analogue input and output for high-quality audio transmission (Euroblock connectors) 
• Configurable audio output level and selectable audio reference level for easy integration into almost any environment 
• Unbalanced audio input and output for easy interfacing with consumer equipment (3.5-mm stereo mini jacks) 
• Audio from analogue sources can be embedded into the stream or separated from a stream to drive sound reinforcement systems 
• Records video data directly to SD cards / External video storage on USB 3.0 devices 
• Ability to upload files from SD cards or external storage devices to FTP servers 
• Clear web interface allows to configure unit settings over the network 
• Supports Gigabit Ethernet

Delivery Content
• VS-R264
• Installation brackets
• Euroblock plugs
• cable band kit
• USB memory with discovery app and reference manual
• dust covers for RJ-45
• Quick Start guide with warranty information

Specifications

HDMI input

HDMI v1.4a (Type A)

HDMI output

HDMI v2.0 (Type A)

Input resolutions

1080p@(60, 59.94, 50, 30, 29.97, 25, 24, 23.98)
720p@(60, 59.94, 50)
576p@50
480p@(60, 59.94)

Frame rate limit

On/off

Encoding resolutions

Passthru
1920 × 1080p
1280 × 720p
950 × 540p
720 × 576p
720 × 480p
640 × 360p
480 × 270p
320 × 180p

Encoding format

H.264 (baseline, main, high)

Encoding bit rates

500 kbit/s to 30 Mbit/s

Bitrate control

Variable, constant

Key frame interval

0.25–1.00–16.5 s
3–1000 frames

Analogue audio inputs (unbalanced)

3.5-mm stereo mini jack

Nominal input level

–10 dBV

Maximum input level

+6 dBV

Analogue audio inputs (balanced)

Euroblock, 3.81 mm pitch

Nominal input level

+4 dBu (Ref. level other than –9 dBFS)
+6 dBu (Ref. level –9 dBFS)

Maximum input level

+15 dBu (Ref. level –9 dBFS)
+18 dBu (Ref. level –14 dBFS)
+20 dBu (Ref. level –16dBFS)

Analogue audio outputs (balanced)

Euroblock, 3.81 mm pitch

Nominal output level

+4 dBu

Maximum output level

+15 dBu (Ref. level –9 dBFS)
+18 dBu (Ref. level –14 dBFS)
+20 dBu (Ref. level –16 dBFS)

Analogue audio outputs (unbalanced)

3.5-mm stereo mini jack

Nominal output level

–10 dBV

Maximum output level

+6 dBV

Output gain

–∞, –72 dB to +6 dB (1-dB steps)

Audio codec

AAC, 64–512 kbit/s, 32/44.1/48 kHz

Storage media

USB drive, SD/SDHC card

USB connector

USB 3.0, type A

Recording bit rates

500 kbit/s to 30 Mbit/s

Video transport protocols

RTMP/RTMPS, RTSP, HLS, RTP/UDP in Unicast and Multicast

Simultaneous Streaming

1 × RTMP/RTMPS, 1 x RTSP, 1 x HLS, 2 × Unicast, 1 × Multicast

Streaming bit rate

500 kbit/s to 30 Mbit/s

Network connectivity

Gigabit Ethernet

User interface

Full-featured web UI designed for tablet and desktop computers enables encoder and decoder configuration for unicast, multicast and RTMP

IP configuration

DHCP (default), static

Command and control protocol

HTTP, auto-detect and discover other Tascam encoder and decoder units on subnet

Power supply

PoE+ or Tascam PS-P1220E AC adapter (sold separately)

Dimensions (W × H × D, including protrusions)

214 mm × 45 mm × 136 mm

Weight

0.85 kg

Operating temperature range

0–40 °C