Epiphan Pearl Family - Live Video Production Encoders

On Today's Videoguys Live, Gary is joined by Nic Milani, Epiphan Video, to discuss the Pearl family of encoders and how they can fit into your live video production.

Watch the full webinar below:

Epiphan Pearl Nano - The Smartest Edge Encoder for Streaming and Recording

Make every space a studio
With Pearl Nano™ you can be anywhere and know your virtual, onsite, or hybrid event is in good hands. Through the convenience of Epiphan Edge you can confidently monitor and control your Nano from wherever you need to.

Small size, big capabilities

• Front screen for monitoring and easy cofig
• H.265/HEVC video compression
• HDMI pass through and program out
• 4K Streaming and recording (optional feature add on)
• Custom layout builder
• SRT encoding and decoding
•  Front screen for basic configuration/control and confidence monitoring
•  Video inputs for HDMI and SDI
•  Audio inputs for line-level XLR, RCA, and USB
•  HDMI program out and pass-through for zero-latency content display
•  Custom layout builder for a tailored video program
•  Intuitive browser-based UI and local console
•  Cloud-based configuration and control via Epiphan Edge
•  SRT, HLS, RTMP, and RTMPS streaming protocol support
•  Comprehensive integration with Kaltura and Panopto
•  Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+) and DC power
•  Save recordings directly to an SD card (user supplied)
•  Expansion bay for user-supplied M.2 SATA SSD
•  Automatically transfer recordings to a USB drive or networked server
•  802.1x network access control
•  Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP)
•  Integration with Crestron Systems
•  Secure Sockets Layer (SSL)

Serious power in a compact package
Get the features you need to create top-quality live streams and on-demand video – and take them with you anywhere.

Wow them with 4K clarity
Create stunning video content with the ability to stream and record in 4K (requires 4K add-on).

Use half the storage and bandwidth
H.265/HEVC video compression halves the size of your video files (compared to H.264/AVC) without compromising on quality.

Flexible operation
Use Pearl Nano’s front screen for basic configuration and control, or jump into the browser-based interface or local console to access all the features this small but mighty encoder has to offer.

Key functions at your fingertips
Pearl Nano’s front screen offers quick access to essential functions including basic configuration and easy streaming and recording. During events, the built-in screen serves as at-a-glance verification of your audio levels and video program for production peace of mind.

Configure and control remotely
Using Pearl Nano as an SRT encoder? With end-to-end control through Epiphan Edge, you can take care of all the pre-event testing and configuration to minimize production errors.

Elevate your productions
Build a beautiful layout for your video program with Pearl Nano’s powerful custom layout designer. Create anything from simple picture-in-picture layouts to eye-popping compositions featuring dynamic backgrounds and other custom graphics – whatever suits your event best.

Enhance your CMS workflows
Deep integration with Panopto, Kaltura, and YuJa lets you automatically start and stop streaming or recording at scheduled times. For added efficiency, Pearl Nano can push recordings to your preferred platform after events.

Pearl Mini - Simplify Video For Everyone on Campus

Small in size, big on pro features
Record, stream, and switch up to three full HD video inputs from HDMI, SDI, and USB sources with Pearl Mini™ – or take advantage of new NDI|HX support. Use the giant touch screen or web-based interface, or access and operate the system from anywhere in the world with Epiphan Edge.

Reach viewers everywhere
Simultaneously live stream to YouTube, Facebook, and other content delivery networks and content management systems using SRT, HLS, custom RTMP/RTMPS, and RTSP. At the same time, use the built-in streaming server to stream locally to web browsers, smart TVs, and set-top boxes.

Deep integration with Kaltura, Panopto, and YuJa video platforms means no complicated stream URLs to set up. Just schedule your webcast events or start streaming right from Pearl Mini’s built-in touch screen.

Share your webcasts
Locally share unicast or multicast streams to up to 50 viewers with popular streaming protocols like HTTP, HLS, FLV, ASF, and SAP.

Stream securely
Use SRT end-to-end 256-bit AES encryption, HLS over HTTPS, or RTMPS for secure content streaming.

Versatile connectivity with NDI and SRT
Pearl Mini empowers owners to take advantage of networked inputs both on-site and around the world.

Simplify your space with NDI|HX
Add broadcast-quality, low-latency video to Pearl Mini from any NDI|HX-enabled camera connected to your local network.

Optimized video transport over any network.
Securely add sources and stream content across public Internet while maintaining professional-quality regardless of network conditions.

1080p HD recording
Pearl Mini’s hardware-accelerated encoder provides flawless H.264 encoding for maximum performance. Record a program and ISO in AVI, MP4, or MOV formats directly to a 512 GB EXT4 SD card* and automatically upload to a USB stick or network server.

SD card
Save recordings to a 512 GB EXT4 SD card.* Easily download recordings and manage files through the Admin panel or Epiphan Live interface.

Automatic or manual file uploads
Record locally to the SD card while automatically transferring files to a USB drive or network storage (FTP or SFTP) for fail-proof recording, or transfer files manually.

Switch video sources live
Pearl Mini’s built-in 7 inch touch screen makes switching between video sources and layouts a breeze. Alternatively, use the browser-based Epiphan Live interface to switch sources from almost anywhere using a desktop, laptop, or mobile device.

Create professional custom layouts
Pearl Mini’s powerful yet easy-to-use layout editor makes it possible to combine, crop, and scale video sources to create dynamic, professional-quality layouts.

Easy PiP layouts
Make picture-in-picture, side-by-side, three-quarter, and other layouts for a dynamic and polished presentation.

Images and dynamic text
Customize the look and feel of your event with transparent PNG images, a static or dynamic background, timestamps, text overlays, and other elements. Define custom system variables for even more flexibility, like adding current GPS coordinates.

Pearl 2 - The Ultimate All-in-One Live Video Production System

The easiest solution for 4K* streaming, recording, and switching
Pearl-2™ brings the pro features and processing power required for the most demanding live events including 4K streaming and recording, live switching, NDI support, and chroma keying. Add Epiphan Edge and you can control Pearl-2 from anywhere to produce broadcast-quality content from a distance.

Reach viewers everywhere
Simultaneously live stream to YouTube, Facebook, and other content delivery networks and content management systems using SRT, HLS, custom RTMP/RTMPS, and RTSP. At the same time, use the built-in streaming server to stream locally to web browsers, smart TVs, and set-top boxes.Deep integration with Kaltura, Panopto, and YuJa video platforms means no complicated stream URLs to set up. Just schedule your webcast events or start streaming right from Pearl-2’s built-in touch screen.

Share your webcasts
Locally share unicast or multicast streams to up to 50 viewers with popular streaming protocols like HTTP, HLS, FLV, ASF, and SAP.

Stream securely
Use SRT end-to-end 256-bit AES encryption, HLS, or RTMPS for secure content streaming.

Versatile connectivity with NDI and SRT
Pearl-2 empowers owners to take advantage of networked inputs both on-site and around the world.

NDI® and NDI|HX for network video production
Pearl-2 supports High Bandwidth NDI with alpha channels and NDI|HX for broadcast-quality video with low-latency over Gigabit Ethernet networks. No extra HDMI or SDI cables are required. The system accepts video and audio from a wide variety of NDI-enabled devices and cameras, and it’s just as easy to share the output from Pearl-2 with other NDI devices on the network.

Optimized video transport over any network with SRT
Securely add sources and stream content across public Internet while maintaining professional-quality regardless of network conditions. Ideal for bringing remote feeds into your production.

Record in 4K*
Harness the power of Pearl-2’s sixth-generation Intel i7 processor to capture stunning 4K video at 30 fps. Pearl-2’s hardware-accelerated encoder provides flawless H.264 encoding for maximum compatibility and performance with any video portal or player.
*Requires the 4K feature add-on

Internal 500 GB SSD
Save recordings directly to the internal 500 GB SSD. Easily download recordings and manage files through the Admin panel or Epiphan Live interface.

Automatic or manual file uploads
Record to the local SSD while automatically transferring files to a USB drive, local server, or network-attached storage device (FTP or SFTP) for fail-proof recording, or transfer files manually.

Switch video sources live
Pearl-2’s built-in touch screen makes it easy to switch between your video sources and layouts during live productions. Alternatively, use the browser-based Epiphan Live interface to switch sources from almost anywhere using a desktop, laptop, or mobile device.

Create professional custom layouts
Pearl-2’s powerful yet easy-to-use layout editor lets you combine, crop, and scale video sources to create dynamic, professional-quality layouts.

Easy PiP layouts
Make picture-in-picture, side-by-side, three-quarter, and other layouts for a dynamic and polished presentation.

Chroma key for green screens and graphics
With Pearl-2’s chroma key support, easily use green screen setups for background replacement and third-party titling software to bring rich animations and lower thirds into your productions.

Images and dynamic text
Customize the look and feel of your event with transparent PNG images, a static or dynamic background, timestamps, text overlays, and other elements. Define custom system variables for even more flexibility, like adding current GPS coordinates.

Plug and play or tweak to perfection
Pearl-2 is ready to use out of the box. Connect video sources directly to the HDMI inputs and start recording right away using the intuitive touch screen, or dig into the Admin panel and create a truly custom video experience for your viewers.

Deep content management system integrations
Full API integrations streamline your Kaltura, Panopto, and YuJa workflows. Simply register Pearl-2 with your preferred CMS to start using the system for streaming and recording – no complex programming required.

Secure live streaming and control
Stream securely with the latest protocols. Pearl hardware encoders support SRT with end-to-end 256-bit AES encryption, HLS, and RTMPS. Enjoy a hassle-free deployment in your enterprise network with support for 802.1x certificate authentication and HTTPS for encrypted admin access.