The Epiphan Pearl-2 ESP1151 is an all-in-one video switcher, recorder, streamer, splitter, and scaler housed in a 2RU rackmount unit. This is the 6-Source version of the Pearl-2 and it's designed for portable live production and includes a hard-shell carrying case. With six video inputs and four for XLR professional audio, 4K streaming* and recording, NDI support, chroma keying, and much more, Pearl-2 brings the pro features and processing power required for the most demanding live events.
Reach viewers everywhere
Simultaneously live stream to YouTube, Facebook, and other content delivery networks and content management systems using SRT, HLS, MPEG-DASH, 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 and Panopto 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, UPnP, and SAP.
Multiple Streaming Protocols Supported
Pearl units support multiple streaming protocols including RTMP/RTMPS, SRT, HLS, MPEG-DASH, NDI, RTSP, MPEG-TS, RTP/UDP, UPnP. It makes the Pearl a universal streaming production system.
Get an Edge with Remote Cloud Management
Epiphan Edge is where remote teams can conveniently manage and control all Pearl devices together in one place. An Internet connection and a free Epiphan Cloud account is all you need to get started. When Pearl-2 is paired with your Epiphan Cloud account, you can start/stop video recording and streaming, monitor the health of Pearl-2 with status alerts and a diagnostics dashboard, monitor video feeds, update firmware remotely, and even remotely configure channel encoding. Configure and monitor hundreds of Pearl devices on campus from a centralized admin panel in a web browser. This autonomous remote functionality is perfect for educational facilities with multiple lecture halls and sport venues as well as house of worship and live event producers. The power of remote cloud control is completely in your hands.
Lecture & Worship Service Streaming and Recording
The ability to live stream and record (and later archive) lectures, court trials, trainings and worship services is an often overlooked feature of the Pearl-2. Coupled with Epiphan cloud services, you can have hundreds of units across a facility while offering accessibility at audiences of scale. Because Pearl-2 units also record the event, your on-demand dreams are realized. Students and faithful followers can now access recorded sessions whenever they need them.
* 4K Operation requires the EPIP-ESP1205 4K feature add-on. (sold separately)