High-end broadcast applications have future-proof, format-integration expectations and the Cobalt 9992-4ENC-4K-HEVC Software-Defined Broadcast Encoder is a state-of-the-art, multi-channel, broadcast-grade encoder card that keeps your workflow one step ahead of the curve. Fully supporting MPEG-2, MPEG-4 AVC (H.264), and HEVC (H.265) formats, this industry-standard card module meets the most stringent requirements for today's broadcast applications, offering compatibility with existing openGear frames.

Four independent 1080p60 input streams, or a single UHD 4Kp60 input stream are supported, with compatibility with all network protocols. The unit also offers 4:2:0 8-/10-bit decoding, upgradeable to 4:2:2 with an optional license, and multi-standard NTSC and PAL support for 480i, 480p, 576i, 720p, 1080i, 1080PsF, 1080p, and UHD 4K video. 

For Broadcast Applications    Supports MPEG-2, MPEG-4 AVC, and HEVC    Multi-Channel Broadcast-Grade Encoder    Industry-Standard openGear Card Module    4:2:0 8-/10-Bit Encoding    Multi-Standard NTSC/PAL Encoder    Support for All Network Protocols

The unit is offered in the industry-standard openGear format and is compatible with existing deployed openGear frames.

Pre-processing:

• Support for arbitrary down-scaling input video, extending down to 320x240
• Support for up-scaling input video (future release availability)
• Interlaced to progressive conversion
• Progressive to interlaced conversion (future release availability)
• Frame rate conversion
• Basic noise-reduction filter and spatial filter
• Enhanced pre-processing filters (future release availability)
• High dynamic range (HDR) support

• MPEG-2
• MPEG-4 AVC (H.264)
• HEVC (H.265)
• Support for up to four independent 1080p60 encode sessions (all encode sessions must use the same standard; mixed-standard encoding is not supported)
• Support for UHD encoding in AVC and HEVC modes (maximum resolution: 4096x2160p60)

• UHD (4K) encoding: 150 Mb/s
• HD encoding: 40 Mb/s (the first HD channel can be as high as 150 Mb/s)
• Support for 4:2:0 and 4:2:2 color spaces in all modes
• Support for 8-/10-bit encoding in all modes
• Full control of GOP size and structure
• Advanced compression controls available

Encoding standards:

• MPEG-1 Layer II
• AAC-LC
• HE-AAC (v1/v2)
• Dolby AC-3
• Dolby EAC-3
• LPCM (SMPTE-302M)
• Dolby AC-3/EAC-3 pass-through support (5.1-Surround encoding available for AAC-LC, HE-AAC, Dolby AC-3 and Dolby EAC-3; subject to licensing)

Maximum number of channels supported (subject to licensing):

• MPEG-1 Layer II: 16 stereo pairs (32 audio channels)
• Dolby AC-3: 16 stereo pairs (32 audio channels)
• Dolby EAC-3:  8 stereo pairs (16 audio channels)
• AAC-LC:  8 stereo pairs (16 audio channels)
• HE-AAC (v1/v2):  8 stereo pairs (16 audio channels)
• Optional support for 5.1 surround sound encoding in AAC and Dolby modes
• Optional audio module increases the capacity to 32 stereo pairs (64 audio channels), allowing full 16-channel support for the four HD inputs, in all compression modes (future release availability)

• Closed-Captioning: SMPTE-334M (EIA-608 and EIA-708 supported), Line 21 (SD sources)
• OP-47/SMPTE RDD-08 teletext subtitles (future release availability)
• AFD: SMPTE-2016, Line 20/22 WSS (SD sources)
• SCTE-104 to SCTE-35 conversion
• SMPTE-2038 generic ancillary data transport (timecode, KLV, etc.)

• +MP1L2-AAC: additional MPEG-1 Layer II, AAC-LC, and HE-AAC audio encoding per pair. Three AAC licenses can be combined to allow one 5.1 surround encode
• +ENCD-2.0: Dolby Digital/Dolby Digital Plus stereo audio encoding license
• +ENCD-5.1: Dolby Digital/Dolby Digital Plus 5.1 surround sound audio encoding license
• +RIST/ARQ-ENC: RIST RTP/ARQ support (transport stream-based option; only one license needed)
• +SRT-ENC: SRT support (per unit)
• +RIST/ENCRP-ENC: RIST Encryption/authentication support (per unit; requires the +RIST/ARQ-ENC license to also be present on the encoder)
• +SMPTE2022: SMPTE-2022 support provides one FEC insertion per device ethernet port (transport stream-based option; only one license needed per unit)
• +422: Adds 4:2:2 encoding support (transport stream-based option; only one license needed per unit)
• +ULL: Adds support for HEVC ultra-low latency support (per unit). Encoder latency is 10ms for the common frame rates (in this mode, the maximum encoder capacity is one 4K or two HD streams)

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Canon xf705 has ISO?

A: The XF705 does not have ISO, that is something found on photo cameras and cinema cameras.

Q: 2. Will the XF705 HEVC work with Final Cut Pro X?

A: Yes, Final Cut Pro X has full support for HEVC (H.265) format.

Q: 3. What are the slow motion options in UHD 4:2:2, 10 bit?

A: This camcorder allows for UHD 4K 10 Bit 422 at up to 60fps. That can be a 2x Slow Motion on a 30fps timeline or 2.5x on a 24fps timeline.

Q: 4. Is the LCD screen included with the unit? Not listed on “what’s in the box” but specs are listed.

A: Yes it is. The camcorder has a rotatable 4.0" LCD Touchscreen, which is built in to the camera.

Q: 5. Can any files from this camera be imported directly into Final Cut Pro X?

A: Yes, the XF705 can record in h.265, which can be directly imported into Final Cut.

Q: 6. How would this compare with Nikon Z6, 35mm prime and Atomos for TV quality recording?

A: Both will give you outstanding image quality, however it is very difficult to do a comparison between this camcorder with a 1" sensor and 15x Optical Zoom lens and a Full Frame Mirrorless Photo Camera with a fixed 35mm lens. They are designed to serve two very different purposes.

Q: 7. Have you had any problems mounting a light on this camera with a shotgun mic attached?

A: It's possible that depending on the size and model of the on-camera light, there may be some issues with clearance, but using an additional shoe mount adapter like the one illustrated here, should solve the problem: https://bhpho.to/3dJmeTJ

Q: 8. For TV quality recording, how How would this compare with Nikon Z6, 35mm prime lens and Atomos external for 10 bit 422?

A: Both will give you outstanding image quality, however it is very difficult to do a comparison between this camcorder with a 1" sensor and 15x Optical Zoom lens and a Full Frame Mirrorless Photo Camera with a fixed 35mm lens. They are designed to serve two very different purposes.

Q: 9. What is Canon's estimate for when Adobe will support the Canon version of the H265 codec?

A: I am sorry to say that we do not have an ETA on when Adobe will support the Canon XF-HEVC format at this time. However we do know that it is something they are aware of.

Q: 10. Does this camcorder offer cache recording?

A: Yes, this does offer pre-recording.