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Vitec Multimedia MGW Ace - User Manual

Vitec Multimedia MGW Ace
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MGW Ace Encoder
HEVC Encoding and Streaming Appliance
User Manual
Version 2.1
Date: August 1, 2018
Doc Rev: <C>

Table of Contents

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Vitec Multimedia MGW Ace Specifications

General IconGeneral
CategoryMedia Converter
ResolutionUp to 1080p
Power Supply12V DC
Video InputHDMI, SDI
Video OutputHDMI, SDI
Audio InputEmbedded, Analog
Audio OutputEmbedded, Analog
Video CompressionH.264
Audio CompressionAAC
Latency<100ms
Network InterfaceEthernet
ProtocolsRTSP, RTMP, SRT

Summary

Copyright Notice

Safety Instructions

Declaration of Conformity and Regulatory Compliance

About This Manual

General

Provides general information about the manual and VITEC's responsibilities.

Manual Structure and Use

Explains the modular structure and how to use the manual.

MGW ACE Encoder Overview

The Product

Details the MGW Ace Encoder's features, capabilities, and hardware.

System Requirements

Lists the necessary operating systems and internet browsers for the appliance.

Licensing

Outlines the capabilities provided by the MGW Ace Encoder license.

I;O Specifications

Details the front and rear panel connections and breakout cable.

Getting Started

Initial Connection and Setup

Guides through the initial physical connection and setup of the MGW Ace Encoder.

Logging on

Explains how to access the MGW Ace Encoder web interface and log in.

Retrieving or Setting Network Parameters through a USB Thumb Drive

Details methods to retrieve or set network parameters using a USB drive.

Setup and Operations

Using the MGW ACE Encoder Interface

Introduces the main menu and core functions of the encoder's interface.

The Main Menu

Details the items available in the MGW Ace Encoder's main menu.

The Dashboard Frame

Describes the dashboard frame used for controlling and monitoring encoding channels.

The Dashboard Page

Explains the dashboard page, its network information, and traffic summary.

The Channels Page

Covers channel configuration, including source, processing, and targets.

Advanced Settings - HEVC

Provides detailed advanced settings for HEVC encoding.

Advanced Settings - H.264

Details advanced settings specific to H.264 encoding.

Target Section

Defines transport characteristics for output streams to different targets.

Error Correction Settings

Explains Zixi and Pro-MPEG error correction settings.

RTMP Settings

Covers configuration for RTMP streaming protocol.

The Live Preview Page

Describes how to view live IP streams using the preview feature.

The System Page

Details system settings like network interfaces, security, and date/time.

The Event Log Page

Explains how to view, filter, and export event logs.

The Configurations Page

Covers saving, activating, and deleting channel configurations.

The General Page

Provides access to appliance parameters, license, and firmware upgrades.

MGW ACE Encoder Reset

Resetting MGW ACE Encoder Settings

Describes hardware and software methods for resetting the appliance to factory defaults.

Firmware Upgrade

Upgrading the Firmware

Provides instructions and important notes for upgrading the appliance's firmware.

MGW ACE Encoder Playback

Playing MGW Ace Encoder Video Streams

Explains how to play streams using VITEC or third-party decoders.

Using VLC as the Player for H.264 Streams

Guides on using VLC Media Player to play H.264 streams.

Using Media Player Classics for HEVC, and H.264 Streams

Details playback of HEVC and H.264 streams using Media Player Classics.

Decoding Zixi and Pro-MPEG Streams (HEVC and H.264)

Covers decoding Zixi and Pro-MPEG streams not supported by open-source players.

Network Configuration using an SSH Client

Technical Specifications

Compliance

Lists the regulatory compliance standards met by the product.

Environmental

Specifies operating and storage temperature and humidity ranges.

Physical

Details the product's dimensions, weight, enclosure, and LEDs.

Functional Description

Describes the inputs and output protocols supported by the appliance.

Technical Support

Warranty

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