TASCAM VS-R265 4K/UHD Streamer/Recorder

The VS-R265 is a 4K/UHD AV over IP streaming encoder and decoder that simultaneously records, encodes, streams, and decodes 4K video streams (3840x2160) using High Efficiency Video Coding (HEVC), a high efficiency coding scheme that delivers H.264 video quality at half the bit rate.

The VS-R265 4K live stream encoder addresses the growing demand for an external stand-alone encoder for 4K live streaming environments. The VS-R265 functions as a YouTube encoder and also provides live video streaming to popular Content Delivery Networks (CDNs) including Wowza, Ustream, AWS Elemental MediaLive and CloudFront, to name a few. The half-rack size VS-R265 functions as a stand-alone unit—no external computer is needed for recording or streaming.

Tascam VS-R265 Features

• Stand-alone encoder and decoder for 4K live streaming
• Simultaneously records, encodes, streams, and decodes 4K/UHD (3840x2160p) video streams
• Compliant with standard live streaming protocols
• Provides Full HD live video streaming (1920x1080) to Content Delivery Networks (CDNs) including YouTube, Wowza, Ustream, AWS Elemental MediaLive and CloudFront, etc.
• Uses High Efficiency Video Coding (HEVC), a high efficiency coding scheme that delivers H.264 video quality via 4K content at half the bit rate
• Unicast and multicast streaming support
• Multiple Simulcast and backup enabled by 3 RTMP streams simultaneously
• Can stream up to 8 streams simultaneously
• Output selectable from various streams
• Simultaneous recording and archiving via SD, USB and internal storage
• Create, archive, and backup files automatically via FTP
• Tascam Discovery app and web-GUI allow easy remote management of multiple VS-R unit systems
• No AC adaptor required
• Compatible with major streaming protocols such as RTMP, RTSP and HLS
• Ability to record directly to USB connected media or SD cards via a front panel loading slot
• Supports recording to internal storage (17GB)
• Ideal for 4K live streaming in corporate, educational, house of worship, government, industrial, security, and other installations
• USB memory has Tascam Discovery app

• VS-R265 4K/UHD streamer/recorder1
• Installation brackets2
• Euroblock plugs4
• Cable band kit1
• USB memory1

• Video Inputs and Outputs
  • HDMI IN: HDMI v1.4a (Type A receptacle)
  • HDMI Out: HDMI v2.0 (Type A receptacle)
  • Input Resolutions
  • 2160p: 30 / 29.97/ 25 / 24 / 23.98 fps
  • 1080p: 60 / 59.94 / 50 / 30 / 29.97 / 25 / 24 / 23.98 fps
  • 720p: 60 / 59.94 / 50 fps
  • 576p: 50 fps
  • 480p: 60 / 59.94 fps
  • Frame Rate Limiting: on/off
  • Encode Scaling Resolutions
  • Passthrough
  • 3840x2160p
  • 1920x1080p
  • 1280x720p
  • 950x540p
  • 720x576p
  • 720x480p
  • 640x360p
  • 480x270p
  • 320x180p
  • Encoding Format: H.264 / H.265
  • Encoding Bitrates: 500k to 30M bps
  • Bit Rate Control: variable, constant
  • Key Frame Interval
  • Seconds: 0.25 - 16.5(default: 1) in 0.25 intervals
  • Frames: 3 - 1000
  • Video Streaming Supported Protocols
  • RTMP Note) Some servers that use the RTMP protocol do not support H.265
  • RTMPS
  • RTSP
  • HLS
  • RTP
  • UDP
  • Number of Simultaneous Streams: 8 (3 x RTMP/RTMPS, 1 x RTSP, 1 x HLS, 2 x RTP/UDP Unicast、1 x RTP/UDP Multicast) * The streaming performance depends on resolution settings, transfer rate, and network environment
• Audio Inputs and Outputs
  • Analog In (Balanced)
  • Connectors: Euroblock (balanced) 3.81 mm pitch
  • Nominal Input Level
  • +4dBu(1.23Vrms, when Ref.Level set to other than -9dBFS)
  • +6dBu(1.55Vrms, when Ref. Level set to -9 dBFS)
  • Max. Input Level
  • +15dBu(4.36Vrms, Ref.Level -9dBFS)
  • +18dBu(6.16Vrms, Ref.Level -14dBFS)
  • +20dBu(7.75Vrms, Ref.Level -16dBFS)
  • Input Impedance: 10 k Ω or higher
  • Analog In (Unbalanced)
  • Connector: 3.5mm (1/8") stereo mini jack
  • Nominal Input Level: -10dBV (0.316Vrms)
  • Max. Input Level: +6dBV (2.0Vrms)
  • Input Impedance: 10 kΩ
  • Analog Out (Balanced)
  • Connectors: Euroblock 3.81 mm pitch
  • Nominal Output Level
  • +4dBu(1.23Vrms, when Ref.Level set to other than -9dBFS)
  • +6dBu(1.55Vrms, when Ref. Level set to -9 dBFS)
  • Max. Output Level (switchable)
  • +15dBu(4.36Vrms, Ref.Level -9dBFS)
  • +18dBu(6.16Vrms, Ref.Level -14dBFS)
  • +20dBu(7.75Vrms, Ref.Level -16dBFS)
  • Output Impedance: 200 Ω or lower
  • Analog Out (Unbalanced)
  • Connector: 3.5mm (1/8") stereo mini jack
  • Nominal Output Level: -10dBV (0.316Vrms)
  • Max. Output Level: +6dBV (2.0Vrms)
  • Output Impedance: 200 Ω
  • Output Volume: -∞, -72 to +6dB (1dB step)
  • Audio Codec: AAC, 64k to 512k bps, 32k/44.1k/48k Hz
• Video / Audio Recording
  • Recording Media: USB Drive, SD/SDHC card, Internal storage
  • Recording Format: MPEG2-TS、MPEG4
  • Recording Bit Rates: 500K to 30M bps
• Control Input/Output
  • Ethernet / PoE+
  • Connector: RJ-45
  • Transmission Protocol: TCP/IP、UDP、HTTP
  • Gigabit Ethernet Standard: 1000BASE-T (IEEE 802.3ab)
  • Cables: Category 5e or faster STP cables
  • USB
  • Connector: USB A-type 4-pin
  • Protocol: USB 2.0, USB 3.0
• PowerPoE Plus Class 4; recommended Tascam PS-P1220E AC adapter (sold separately)
• Power Consumption12.2W
• Operating Temperature Range32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
• Dimensions (WxHxD)8.43" x 1.75" x 5.36"
• Weight1.87 pounds