SHDE-4000 12G SDI, 4K HDMI Streaming Encoder

12G SDI (4K) Encoder & Streamer, Broadcast grade | SHDE-4000/SHDE-4002

BLANKOM SHDE-4000

Broadcast-Grade 4K Streaming. Simplified. The SHDE-4000 is your all-in-one 12G-SDI & HDMI Encoder, Recorder, and IP Streamer.

True 4K: Stream up to 2160p60 with high-efficiency HEVC (H.265).
Versatile: Professional 12G-SDI & HDMI 2.0 Inputs.
Reliable: Secure Reliable Transport (SRT) for stable streaming over the internet.
Multi-Platform: Push directly to YouTube, Facebook, and Wowza.

Inputs	12G SDI, HDMI, embedded audio, external analog stereo input by 3.5mm jacks
Outputs	GbE IP (up to 4 IP Streams), USB 3.0 for recording
Outstanding features	SHDE-4000 supports a maximum resolution of 4096×2160@60fps at the input, and up to a stream resolution of 4096×2160@60fps at the output. It works with stream protocols SRT / HTTP / HLS / FLV / RTSP / RTMP / RTMPS / UDP/RTP (Unicast/Multicast) and ONVIF. The SHDE-4000 is compatible with online live-streaming services, such as YouTube, Facebook, Ustream, and others. Built for 24/7 Control Room Reliability. Features Dual Redundant Power Supplies to ensure your stream never goes dark.
Ordering guide	SHDE-4000: 1 Streamer in one 19" 1RU rack mount case SHDE-4002: 2 Streamers in one 19" 1RU rack mount case

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4Kp60 UHD H.265 (HEVC) and H.264 Streaming Encoder, 12G SDI and HDMI, with 4 Streams Output

Professional streaming encoder with 12G SDI and 4K HDMI inputs and 4 simultaneous and independent live stream encoder engines. Dual power supply for guaranteed 24/7 operation. Up to 4096×2160@60fps output resolution. Excellent video and audio quality. No regular service and maintenance are needed during operation.

SHDE-4002 is the dual version, with 2 streamers in one 1RU unit.

SHDE-4000 12G SDI, 4K HDMI Streaming Encoder

H.265 / H.264 / MJPEG Encoder & IP Streamer combined
12G-SDI and HDMI inputs for encoding
19″ 1RU rack mount type
2 versions:SHDE-4000: Incorporates 1 independent encoder streamer engine inside a standard 19-inch 1U rack-mount chassis, equipped with a dual redundant power supply framework for mission-critical failover protection.SHDE-4002: Incorporates 2 independent encoder streamer engines side-by-side within a single 19-inch 1U rack-mount case, optimized for space-saving density and powered by a highly efficient single power supply.
Dual redundant power supply (PSU) with IEC connectors for professional use (SHDE-4000 only), an inbuilt fuse, and a power switch
USB 3.0 interface for recording
Stereo Audio Input
4 IP streams output
HD Resolution 2160p60 (4Kp60), 2160p30 (4K), 1080p, 1080i, 720p and downscaling down to 176×144
Max. Color key support 4:2:2 10 bit.
IP output: HTTP, RTSP, RTMP, RTMPS, UDP/RTP, FLV, ONVIF, HLS, SRT; unicast/multicast output.
HLS encoding feature, Android and iOS mobile devices compatible
HDR10, 10-bit input and encoding support
Distribution of video camera and other sources content over LAN and WAN and recording to USB 3.0 – SAMBA support
Max. 4 simultaneous and independent live stream broadcasting encoder engines to multiple destinations
Logo and/or text overlay injections into the running video pictures
Live stream broadcast, digital signage, video conferencing, RTSP support
Video-over-IP applications
IPTV/OTT/Info-Channel applications
Local IPTV on LAN applications, corporate IPTV, hotel IPTV, campus IPTV, education IPTV
Streams to Ustream, Atlas™, Wowza®, and Adobe® Flash® Servers, www.vmix.com conform to YouTube, Vimeo, X, Facebook, Twitch live broadcast platforms

Application Example

Applications

Streamer for OTT platform providers for feeding the CDN with live video.

Streamer for multicast IPTV distribution on LAN.

Encoder for video-over-IP applications, primary distribution, headend feeds, and satellite uplink.

Distribution of video camera, PC monitor, STB, DVD/Blu-ray player content over LAN, WAN, or the Internet

Live stream broadcast, digital signage, video conferencing, RTSP-ONVIF support

IPTV/OTT/Info-Channel applications

Local IPTV on LAN applications, corporate IPTV, hotel IPTV, campus IPTV, education IPTV

Features

BLANKOM SHDE-4000 IP encoder and streamer is designed for TV signal distribution in excellent quality over LAN and the INTERNET.

The H.264 and H.265 (HEVC) compression technology features low latency and low bit rates for IPTV/OTT systems. The highly efficient encoding chips save bandwidth costs through all their resolution ranges.

Distribution of SD up to UHD TV channels through the IPTV/OTT network using state-of-the-art IP technology from almost any kind of video input.

Excellent video and audio quality.

High reliability. No regular service and maintenance are needed during operation.

From 1 input signal, 4 entirely different streams can be generated. The main stream can have up to 4K (2160p), and the secondary streams up to 720p HD resolution.

On-screen logo and text insertion. Through the HLS encoding feature, Android and iOS mobile devices are compatible.

The uni- and multicast streams can be assigned with DVB-conform table content to allow the integration into multiplexes of IP to DVB-Modulators.

The easy configuration is designed by a simple web interface application compatible with nearly every browser.

Front and Rear Panels

SHDE-4000 12G SDI, 4K HDMI Streaming Encoder front

SHDE-4000 12G SDI, 4K HDMI Streaming Encoder rear

Technical Specifications

Function: H.265 (HEVC) & H.264 & MJPEG Encoder and IP Streamer

INPUT

1x 12G-SDI, HD-SDI or SD-SDI input
1x HDMI input
2x 3.5mm audio stereo external input to mix into a video stream encoding
Input Resolution: 2160p, 1080p, 1080i, 720p and below
Embedded audio from the SDI signal or external audio can be selected

OUTPUT

Simultaneous 4 different streams output (main stream max. 2160p60, secondary stream max. 1080p60 simultaneously)
Each stream can be H.265 or H.264 encoded
Video data rate: 0.1 Mbps ~ 100 Mbps
Output Resolution: 2080p, 1080p, 1080i, 720p and below (max 2080p@60fps on main stream)
Mainstream output resolution support: 4096×2160@60fps, 3840×2160@60fps, 2560×1440@144fps, 1920×1080, 1680×1056, 1280×720, 1024×576, 850×480, 720×576, 720×540, 720×480, 720×404, 704×576, 640×480, 640×360, 608×448, 544×480, 480×480, 480×384, 480×360, 480×320, 480×272, 480×270, 400×320, 400×224, 352×480, 352×228, 320×256, 320×240, 320×180, 240×180, 176×144.

SYSTEM

Protocol HTTP(S) / SRT / HLS / FLV / RTSP / RTMP(S) / UDP/RTP (Unicast/Multicast) Streaming Protocols and ONVIF.
Video encoder H.264/AVC High/Main/Baseline Profile, H.265/HEVC main profile, MJPEG/JPEG baseline
Audio encoder AAC/AAC+/AAC++/MP3/MP2/AC3 G711
Data interface RJ45, 1000M Ethernet interface, control over webbrowser
Rate control CBR/VBR
GOP Structure IBBP Adv
Pretreatment: De-interlacing, Noise Reduction, Sharpening
Sampling rate Auto
Sample rates: 44.1 kHz/48 kHz
Audio Data-rate: 12 kbps-640 kbps
User interface WEB GUI
Logo (as a *.bmp file) and text insertion feature on the main stream & on 2nd stream
Firmware upgrade support

GENERAL

Power supply 220 Vac
Dimensions: 480x250x45 mm
Weight: 3 kg
Consumption 30 W

Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

What is the primary operational function of the BLANKOM SHDE-4000 series encoder streamer?

The BLANKOM SHDE-4000 series is a broadcast-grade, ultra-high-definition (UHD) hardware IP encoding and streaming platform. It is engineered to capture high-bandwidth baseband video signals up to 4K resolutions at 60 frames per second (4K@60fps) from professional production sources and compress them in real time into optimized digital IP transport streams for live distribution.

What structural and power configuration models are available within this specific 4K series?

To precisely address different density demands and infrastructure reliability requirements, the series consists of two distinct hardware choices:

SHDE-4000: Incorporates 1 independent encoder streamer engine inside a standard 19-inch 1U rack-mount chassis, equipped with a dual redundant power supply framework for mission-critical failover protection.
SHDE-4002: Incorporates 2 independent encoder streamer engines side-by-side within a single 19-inch 1U rack-mount case, optimized for space-saving density and powered by a highly efficient single power supply.

Which physical baseband video input interfaces are provided on the SHDE-4000 series hardware?

Each encoder engine within the SHDE-4000 series is equipped with professional, high-bandwidth physical input options to bridge traditional studio hardware and digital IP networks. It natively incorporates a high-speed 12G-SDI BNC interface alongside a premium HDMI port, enabling robust connectivity with professional broadcast cameras, production switchers, and high-end media playback arrays.

Which video compression codecs and encoding profiles are processed by the SHDE-4000 hardware engine?

The device features an advanced donanımsal encoding core that comprehensively supports high-efficiency video codecs, including H.265 (HEVC) and H.264 (AVC) protocols. It supports deep color spaces and broadcast profiles, allowing operators to achieve a remarkable reduction in required transmission bandwidth while preserving the pristine clarity of 4K ultra-HD content.

What streaming protocols are natively supported by the egress network stage of the streamer?

Adhering strictly to B2B enterprise telecom specifications, the egress network processing tier supports an extensive array of streaming transport protocols. It natively delivers live streams over SRT (Secure Reliable Transport), HTTP, RTSP, RTMP, RTMPS, HLS, UDP, and RTP protocols in both Multicast and Unicast topologies, adapting seamlessly to local LAN distributions or public cloud ingest points.

How does the SHDE-4000 series ensure video packet protection and error correction over public internet links?

For remote site contribution or transmission over unpredictable public networks, the series fully utilizes its integrated SRT engine. SRT applies advanced ARQ (Auto Repeat Request) packet recovery mechanisms to actively counteract network jitter and packet loss, and supports industry-standard AES-128 or AES-256 bit encryption to guarantee absolute end-to-end data security.

Does the series support high frame rate processing for fast-moving content like live sports?

Yes. The hardware encoding pipelines are fully optimized to process true 4K UHD resolutions up to 60fps (2160p60). This high frame rate processing is critical for high-end live broadcast applications, such as live sports or high-action production environments, ensuring fluid motion rendering without ghosting artifacts or frame drops.

What professional audio compression standards and configurations are integrated into the platform?

The audio processing block extracts digital audio directly from the embedded 12G-SDI or HDMI input signals. It supports professional broadcast compression standards—predominantly AAC, AAC+, AAC++, MP3, and MP2—giving headend engineers full control over independent audio bitrates, volume gain adjustments, or multi-channel audio pass-through configurations.

How is remote configuration and real-time operational status monitoring executed for the SHDE-4000 series?

Core system parameters, video input source telemetry, encoder bitrates, and IP streaming routes are configured and monitored exclusively via an embedded WebGUI using a standard web browser over a dedicated, independent Ethernet management interface. This provides network operators with a highly secure, direct, and responsive web-based control plane.

What physical chassis standard and cooling framework protect the internal encoding modules?

Built for relentless 24/7/365 continuous deployment in broadcast master control rooms and primary telecom facilities, both the SHDE-4000 and SHDE-4002 models are housed in a rugged, standard 19-inch 1U rack-mount industrial metal enclosure. The chassis features intelligent active cooling fans and optimized thermal pathways to keep the internal processors running safely under maximum continuous 4K processing loads.