Product Overview
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Stream, Record, Deliver H.264 at the Touch of a Button
HELO is AJA’s powerful H.264 streaming and recording stand-alone appliance. HELO brings both SDI and HDMI I/O into a single appliance with the ability to simultaneously stream out to your Content Delivery Network (CDN) as well as encode and record beautiful H.264 files to either SD, SDHC or SDXC cards, USB storage or NFS or CIFS mounted network based storage simultaneously.
Features
- Portable, stand-alone 3G-SDI and HDMI source inputs
- Encode up to 1080p 60 in H.264/MPEG-4
- 2-Channel stereo audio encoded up to 24-bit 48kHz
- Data rates from 32kbps to 256kbps in MPEG-4
- Record to SD, SDHC or SDXC cards, USB storage, NFS, CIFS, or SMB
- USB Slot and SD card slot
- Video input and output 3G-SDI, SMPTE-259/292/296/424, 10-bit, Single Link 4:2:2, 4:4:4, BNC and HDMI
- Support for RTP/RTSP, RTMP, RTMPs, HLS, and Unicast
- AV Mute with user graphics upload support for pre-live feeds
- Error logging for quick analysis of streaming issues
- WebUI Regionalization for Chinese, Japanese and Korean
- Web based GUI preview window
Portable and Packed to Go
HELO’s small and robust form factor is essential for your busy schedule. Live events, webcasts, production and post locations vary and you need a device that can take the heat. HELO is designed to travel well, fit wherever needed and continuously deliver; all with full size connectivity.
HELO offers both 3G-SDI and HDMI source inputs in a single device with the ability to encode up to 1080p 60 in beautiful and efficient H.264.
Stream out to your CDN and record to SD, SDHC or SDXC cards, USB storage or NFS or CIFS mounted network based shares simultaneously.
Encode
Your goal is efficiency with beautiful results.
HELO encodes to H.264/MPEG-4 ensuring bandwidth efficiencies with widely compatible files. From tablets to smartphones, desktops to Smart TVs, no translation necessary.
2-Channel stereo audio can be encoded at up to 24-bit 48kHz at data rates ranging from 32kbps to 256kps in MPEG-4 AAC-LC, allowing you to make the most appropriate choice for your project's needs.
Stream
Streaming can be complex. HELO makes it simple.
A USB connection and robust web browser based UI allows you to setup and configure your CDN connection before you even arrive at your event. Once there, simply press the Stream button and deliver your project across HELO’s Ethernet connection, which allows support for RTP/RTSP, RTMP, RTMPE for Facebook live as well as Unicast. HTTP Live Streaming (HLS) support adds compatiblity with Apple's popular iOS devices and more.
HELO's web based GUI even provides a video preview window so that you can ensure you are getting just what you expect.
An AV Mute setting allows you to mute live video and audio for your stream and either load your own graphic with event details or utilize a built in holding graphic before your event goes live.
Record
Live means Now. Live means Pressure.
HELO offers a dedicated Record button right on the front of HELO’s small and mobile interface for immediate recording. It also provides simultaneous recording while streaming and redundant recording of one file to two media destinations simultaneously. This enables you to hand a client a copy of the event right after recording ends, while maintaining a master in house.
Mass Media
Cost effective media choices.
HELO’s H.264 based encoding not only ensures beautiful, efficiently sized files, it means your recording medium choices are wide open. Utilize USB thumb sticks, drives and RAIDs, common SD, SDHC or SDXC media or network shares across a switch. Pick to suit your project.
Calendar Integration
HELO opens up a world of new streaming workflows for AV, live events, houses of worship, webcasting, corporate communications, production and post. HELO offers a scheduler that triggers pre-planned start and stop of recording and streaming media simplifying projects that require definitive schedules. The schedule may be programmed locally through HELO’s web UI, by importing ICS files or by linking to external calendar providers such as Google Calendar.
Web Server Built-In
You serve the web. HELO serves you.
AJA eMini-Setup and HELO’s easy to use web browser interface make HELO simple to setup, configure and update firmware at any time. You can connect to HELO either via its direct USB port to set static/dynamic IP addresses through AJA eMini-Setup software or over the network using HELO’s web server generated UI.
It's a Fast World. Capture It.
1080p 60 is the de facto standard today for delivery of sports, live events, crystal clear video conferencing, webinars and games capture. Simply connect any video device to HELO via 3G-SDI or HDMI and record H.264 files and stream as needed. HELO is the perfect compliment to any professional workflow, easily connecting to a range of HD capable devices.
AV Mute Function
Personalize your pre-stream viewers’ experience with your own content instead of color bars or black. Simply toggle your graphic through the webUI to the end viewer. In case of technical difficulties, AV Mute is used while maintaining your stream.
Event Logging
During service connection issues, the Event Logs assists in pinpointing issues for fault analysis remotely via the webUI or exported to a file.
Industry-Leading Support
AJA’s technical support is recognized as among the best in the industry and is available to all AJA customers. If you need assistance with any aspect of your HELO installation, configuration, operation or encounter any technical issue, AJA Support will work with you to get up and running.
HELO products are covered by a generous three year warranty.
Video Formats
- (2K) 2048x1080p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60*
- (HD) 1080p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60
- (HD) 1080i 50, 59.94, 60
- (HD) 720p 50, 59.94, 60
- (SD) 525i, 625i
*2K inputs are center cut to 1080p and are only supported on SDI input
Video Codec Support
- H.264/MPEG-4 Encoder
Video Encoding Parameters
- 100 kbps to 20 Mbps streamed output
- 100 kbps to 20 Mbps recorded output
- Up to 1080p 60
- Supports Baseline, Main and High
Audio Encoding Parameters
- 32 kbps to 256 kbps
- 48 kHz 2-Channel stereo
- MPEG-4 AAC-LC
Protocols
- RTMP, RTSP (10 clients), RTMPE, RTMPS, HTTPS and RTP/UDP Unicast and Multi Unicast
Storage
- 1x USB port (USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 media, exFAT or FAT32)
- 1x SD card slot, SD, SDHC, SDXC cards (exFAT)
- Mounted Network Share (CIFS or NFS)
Video Input Digital
- 1x 3G-SDI, SMPTE-259/292/296/424, 10-bit
- Single Link 4:2:2, 4:4:4 (1x BNC)
- 1x HDMI Standard Type A connector
- HDMI v1.4a, RGB or YCbCr
Video Output Digital
- 1x 3G-SDI, SMPTE-292/296/424, 10-bit
- Single Link 4:2:2 or 4:4:4 (1x BNC)
- 1x HDMI Standard Type A connector
- HDMI v1.4a, RGB or YCbCr
Audio Input Digital
- 2-channel, 24-bit SDI embedded audio, 48 kHz sample rate, synchronous
- 2-channel, 24-bit HDMI embedded audio, 48 kHz sample rate, synchronous
Audio Input Analog
- 2-channel, Analog (-10dBV Line Level, Unbalanced stereo 1x 3.5mm TRS connector)
Audio Output Digital
- 2-channel, 24-bit SDI embedded audio, 48 kHz sample rate, synchronous
- 2-channel, 24-bit HDMI embedded audio, 48 kHz sample rate, synchronous
Audio Output Analog
- 2-channel, Analog (Line Level, Unbalanced stereo 1x 3.5mm TRS connector)
Network Interface
- 10/100/1000 Ethernet (RJ-45)
- Embedded web server for Configuration and Control
- Regionalized interface support - Simplified Chinese
User Interface
- Stream Button
- Record Button
- Web UI
- Simple Web Configuration via AJA eMini-Setup (macOS and Windows)
- Integrated calendar
Control and Automation
- Integrated calendar scheduler
- Support remote ICS calendars
- Scriptable REST control API
- Closed Captioning supported
Size (w x d x h)
- 7.00” x 4.66” x 1.02” (177.8 x 118.37 x 25.91 mm)
Weight
- 0.8 lb (0.4 kg)
Power
- 100-240V, 50/60 Hz Universal Input, +5-20V DC 13W Max
Environment
- Safe Operating Temperature: 0 to 40 C (32 to 104 F)
- Safe Storage Temperature (Power OFF): -40 to 60 C (-40 to 140 F)
- Operating Relative Humidity: 10-90% noncondensing
- Operating Altitude: <3,000 meters (<10,000 feet)
HELO Overview Video
Learn more about HELO in this overview video covering What Is, Who for and Why HELO has become the most successful standalone streaming and recording device in the world.
HELO Quick Start Guide Video
From unboxing, to connections, and on in to operations and configuration through the Web UI for delivery to the platform of your choice, this concise video leads you through the simple basics to get going with your HELO.
