Teradek Prism Flex

Teradek has announced its new Prism Flex, a multi-tool for IP video. Prism Flex is a portable H.264/H.265 encoder/decoder that allows you to stream to any destination in up to 4K DCI.

Teradek initially released the Prism Rack Unit and now they have taken the Prism features and moved them into a more compact design. The Prism Flex features a compact, multi-I/O, low-power design so that it can fit into compact spaces. This makes it a good option for integrating into any live production workspace and workflow. You can place it on a table, camera, or wedge it between your video switcher and audio mixer.

The Prism Flex allows you to input up to 4K DCI video via Gigabit Ethernet or Wi-Fi and output video via HDMI or 12G-SDI to displays, recorders, or switchers. The Ethernet and Wi-Fi connections allow for live monitoring on a LAN and to receive streams from the Internet or from a remote destination over a cellular network. It supports encoding high-quality, low bandwidth HEVC/H.265 and H.264 codecs as well as up to 4:2:2 10-bit HDR video.

The Prism Flex also supports cellular bonding, so you can ensure a strong transmission by bonding both connections. You can also utilize the integrated SD card slot for recording your stream, or you can upload automatically to the cloud. The unit can be managed and monitored using the Prism App for iOS and Android to control resolution, bitrate, and bonding settings.

Prism Flex is designed to perform in mission-critical scenarios where reliable, color-accurate, and low latency point-to-point streaming is needed. This includes live production companies, broadcasters, filmmakers, megachurches, and large corporations.

The Teradek Prism Flex Decoder features the following Inputs & Outputs:

• 1 x HDMI Output
• 1 x BNC (12G-SDI) Output
• 1 x BNC (12G-SDI) Output
• Audio Connectors 1 x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Analog Headphone Output
• 1 x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Analog Output
• 1 x USB (Unspecified Type) USB 2.0 Input
• 1 x USB (Unspecified Type) USB 3.1 Gen 1 Input
• 2 x RJ45 10/100/1000 Ethernet Input/Output
• 1 x SD card slot
• 1 x 2-Pin LEMO (7 to 28 VDC up to 3 A) Input

The Teradek Prism Flex Encoder features the following Inputs & Outputs:

• 1 x HDMI Input
• 1 x BNC (12G-SDI) Input
• 1 x BNC (12G-SDI) Loop Output
• 1 x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Analog Headphone Output
• 1 x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Analog Input
• 1 x USB (Unspecified Type) USB 2.0 Input
• 1 x USB (Unspecified Type) USB 3.1 Gen 1 Input
• 2 x RJ45 10/100/1000 Ethernet Input/Output
• 1 x SD (Unspecified Type)
• 1 x 2-Pin LEMO (7 to 28 VDC up to 3 A) Input

Teradek’s Prism systems are widely used by brands such as Netflix, NASA, NBC Universal, Technicolor, BBC, and USA Today for mission-critical video delivery.

Compatible with Teradek’s Core Cloud platform

With a subscription to Teradek’s Core Cloud platform, you can increase the flexibility of the Prism Flex. Having a Core Cloud account lets you take advantage of the following features:

• Multi-streaming- Send streams to multiple destinations simultaneously
• Network Bonding- Avoid mid-stream drops and bond several internet connections together
• Archiving- Save on storage and keep your content in the cloud
• Transcoding- Transcode your video to AVC before sending it out to CDNs
• Remote Management– Manage your codec from anywhere
• Store and Forward- Save and send files in chunks for faster delivery

Price & Availability

Teradek Prism Flex is now available to pre order:

• Teradek Prism Flex 855 Portable 4K HEVC/H.264 Encoder $2,790 USD
• Teradek Prism Flex 875 Portable 4K HEVC/H.264 Decoder $2,790 USD