Magewell Ultra Stream
Ultra Stream™ Live Streaming and Recording Encoders
Making live streaming remarkably easy for everyone
Stream and record with a single click
Easy to Use
Live Streaming Made Easier
- Support H.264 or HEVC video encoding and AAC-LC audio encoding
- Stream easily to YouTube, Twitch and Facebook Live
- Stream to custom-specified RTMP or RTMPS server, support sending RTSP streams
- Encode and stream at resolutions up to 1080p60 at 8Mbps
- Stream to two platforms simultaneously at bitrates up to 4Mbps
Flexible Video Recording
- Support H.264 or HEVC video encoding with AAC audio
- Record and save clips to internal storage, a USB flash drive, the associated smartphone or a specified FTP server
- Preview, record and stream video simultaneously
- Record with two different encoding presets concurrently for different needs
he Magewell Ultra Stream HDMI is a standalone HDMI streaming encoder and recorder designed for live streaming, recording, and remote production without requiring a computer. It accepts an HDMI input, encodes the video in H.264 or H.265 (HEVC), and streams directly to online platforms or custom servers while also supporting local recording.
Interface

General Information
- Product: Magewell Ultra Stream HDMI
- SKU: 530100000 (US/EU/UK/AU/JP), 530100006 (Korea)
- Device Type: Standalone HDMI streaming encoder and recorder
- Video Encoding: H.264 / H.265 (HEVC)
- Audio Encoding: AAC
- Computer Required: No
Video Input
- 1 × HDMI input
- 1 × HDMI loop-through output
- HDMI 1.4a / DVI-D compatible
Maximum input resolution:
- 4096 × 2160 @ 60 fps (4:2:0)
- 4096 × 2160 @ 30 fps (4:4:4 / 4:2:2)
Audio Support
- HDMI embedded audio
- Up to 8 channels
- 24-bit / 192 kHz
- 3.5 mm microphone input
- 3.5 mm headphone output for audio monitoring
Encoding Performance
- Video codecs: H.264 (AVC), H.265 (HEVC)
- Audio codec: AAC
- Dual-stream encoding
- Main stream: up to 8 Mbps
- Sub-stream: up to 2 Mbps
- Supports encoding resolutions up to 1920 × 1080
- Supported frame rates:
- 60 / 59.94 / 50
- 30 / 29.97 / 25 / 24
- 15 / 10 / 5 fps
Streaming Features
- Direct streaming to:
- YouTube
- Facebook Live
- Twitch
- Custom streaming servers via:
- RTMP
- RTMPS
- RTSP
- Supports up to two simultaneous streaming sessions
Recording Features
Can record simultaneously to:
- Internal 32 GB storage
- USB flash drive
- Paired smartphone
Recording formats:
- MP4
- MOV
Additional features:
- Auto recording
- Loop recording (internal storage)
- Scheduled recording
- Snapshot capture through the mobile app
- Upload recordings to:
- FTP/FTPS
- Dropbox
- Google Drive (and newer firmware also adds OneDrive support)
Network Connectivity
- Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000 Mbps)
- Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
- Bluetooth 4.0 BLE
- Optional USB 3G/4G modem support
The Ultra Stream HDMI can be managed through:
- Front-panel buttons
- Web browser interface (WebUI)
- Mobile application
- Magewell Control Hub
- HTTP API for system integration
Functions include:
- Stream configuration
- Recording management
- Firmware updates
- Network settings
- Video and audio adjustment
- Remote monitoring
Operating Features
- Dual-stream encoding
- Low-latency hardware encoding
- HDMI loop-through for local monitoring
- Custom EDID support
- Internal storage with automatic upload options
- Standalone operation without a PC
Power
- Power input: DC 5 V / 2 A
- Maximum power consumption: Approximately 9.6 W
Included Accessories
- Ultra Stream HDMI encoder
- AC power adapter
- HDMI cable
Typical Applications
- Live streaming
- Worship services
- Corporate events
- Online education
- Sports broadcasting
- Conference streaming
- Remote production
- Lecture capture
- Content creation
The Magewell Ultra Stream SDI is a standalone SDI streaming encoder and recorder designed for live streaming, recording, and remote production without requiring a computer. It accepts an SDI input, encodes video using H.264 (AVC) or H.265 (HEVC), and streams directly to online platforms or custom servers while simultaneously supporting local recording.
Interface

General Information
- Product : Magewell Ultra Stream SDI
- SKU : 530100001 (US/EU/UK/AU/JP), 530100007 (Korea) (may vary by region)
- Device Type : Standalone SDI streaming encoder and recorder
- Video Encoding : H.264 (AVC), H.265 (HEVC)
- Audio Encoding : AAC
- Computer Required : No
Video Interface
Inputs and Outputs
- 1 × 3G-SDI input
- 1 × 3G-SDI loop-through output
- Supports SD-SDI, HD-SDI, and 3G-SDI (SMPTE compliant)
Maximum Input Resolution
- Up to 1920 × 1080 @ 60 fps
- Supports common SD, HD, and Full HD SDI formats
Audio
SDI Embedded Audio
- Up to 16 channels
- 24-bit / 48 kHz embedded audio
Analog Audio
- 3.5 mm microphone input
- 3.5 mm headphone output for audio monitoring
Encoding Performance
Video Codecs
- H.264 (AVC)
- H.265 (HEVC)
Audio Codec
- AAC
Dual-Stream Encoding
- Main stream: up to 8 Mbps
- Sub-stream: up to 2 Mbps
Maximum Encoding Resolution
- Up to 1920 × 1080
Supported Frame Rates
- 60 / 59.94 / 50 fps
- 30 / 29.97 / 25 / 24 fps
- 15 / 10 / 5 fps
Streaming
Supports direct streaming to:
- YouTube
- Facebook Live
- Twitch
Custom streaming protocols:
- RTMP
- RTMPS
- RTSP
Additional capabilities:
- Up to two simultaneous streaming sessions
- Low-latency hardware encoding
Recording
Supports simultaneous recording to:
- Internal 32 GB storage
- USB flash drive
- Paired smartphone
Recording Formats
- MP4
- MOV
Recording Features
- Auto recording
- Loop recording (internal storage)
- Scheduled recording
- Snapshot capture via the mobile app
Automatic Upload Destinations
- FTP / FTPS
- Dropbox
- Google Drive
- OneDrive (supported in newer firmware)
Network Connectivity
- Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000 Mbps)
- Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
- Bluetooth 4.0 BLE
- Optional USB 3G/4G modem support
Management and Control
The Ultra Stream SDI can be configured and managed using:
- Front-panel buttons
- Web browser interface (Web UI)
- Mobile application
- Magewell Control Hub
- HTTP API for system integration
Management functions include:
- Stream configuration
- Recording management
- Firmware updates
- Network configuration
- Video and audio adjustments
- Remote monitoring
Operating Features
- Standalone operation (no PC required)
- Dual-stream encoding
- SDI loop-through for local monitoring
- Custom EDID and signal management
- Internal storage with automatic cloud upload
- Low-latency hardware encoding
Power
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Input Voltage | DC 5 V / 2 A |
| Maximum Power Consumption | Approximately 9.6 W |
Package Contents
- Magewell Ultra Stream SDI encoder
- AC power adapter
- SDI cable (region/package dependent)
- Quick Start Guide
Typical Applications
- Live streaming
- Broadcast production
- House of worship services
- Corporate events
- Online education
- Sports broadcasting
- Conference streaming
- Remote production
- Lecture capture
- Medical and industrial video streaming







