Epiphan Pearl Nexus 256-SD

Epiphan Pearl Nexus 256-SD is a 3-input live video production system designed to record, stream, and switch video from SDI, HDMI, USB, and IP sources. The system handles input resolutions up to WUXGA 1920 × 1200 at 60 fps and includes a Dante-ready audio workflow alongside analog and embedded audio connectivity.

For broadcast engineers and professional AV teams, Pearl Nexus brings video acquisition, software switching, audio integration, monitoring, and recording into a compact 1 RU chassis. The supplied configuration includes a 256GB SD card, while HDMI and RJ45 outputs provide confidence-monitor feeds for checking the active production signal.

Highlights

• 3-input production workflow – combines live video recording, streaming, and software switching in one system
• Flexible video acquisition – accepts 3G-SDI, HDMI, USB-A UVC, and RJ45 network video sources
• Dante-ready audio – supports Dante alongside analog and embedded audio inputs and outputs
• 256GB SD card storage – provides included removable storage for recording workflows
• 1 RU rackmount chassis – includes detachable rackmount brackets for professional equipment installation

Quick Specs & Uses

• Product type: Live video production recorder, streamer, and software switcher
• Switching type: Software
• Video inputs: 1 x BNC 3G-SDI; 2 x HDMI 1.4a; 2 x USB-A UVC; 1 x RJ45 RTSP/SRT/HX/NDI
• Maximum input resolution: WUXGA 1920 × 1200 at up to 60 fps
• Video outputs: 1 x HDMI 1.4a; 1 x RJ45
• Maximum output resolution: WUXGA 1920 × 1200 at up to 60 fps
• Included storage: 256GB SD card
• Rack form factor: 1 RU
• Application: Professional AV recording, streaming, switching, monitoring, and automated video workflows

Why It Helps

Pearl Nexus is built around mixed-source production. A 3G-SDI camera feed can sit alongside HDMI and USB sources, while the RJ45 connection brings RTSP, SRT, HX, and NDI-based video into the same system. For an engineer working with different signal types, that reduces the need to keep the entire workflow tied to one input standard.

Audio follows the same flexible approach. Two XLR/1/4" TRS combo inputs, RCA line input, and a 3.5 mm microphone input handle analog sources, while HDMI, SDI, USB-A, and RJ45 can carry embedded audio. Dante support adds another option when the production audio is already moving across the network.

Confidence monitoring is available over both HDMI and RJ45, with output resolutions reaching 1920 × 1200 at 60 fps. The included 256GB SD card provides local recording media, and the 1 RU chassis with detachable rackmount brackets makes the system straightforward to integrate into a permanent professional AV rack.

System Characteristics

• Software switching provides integrated control of live video sources
• Color processing operates at 8-bit 4:2:0
• Audio processing operates at 48 kHz
• Video input connectivity includes 1 x BNC 3G-SDI, 2 x HDMI 1.4a, 2 x USB-A UVC, and 1 x RJ45 for RTSP, SRT, HX, and NDI
• BNC input formats support 4:4:4, 4:2:2, RGB, and YCC from 640 × 480 up to WUXGA 1920 × 1200 at 60 fps
• HDMI input formats support 4:4:4, 4:2:2, RGB, and YCC from 640 × 480 up to WUXGA 1920 × 1200 at 60 fps
• Analog audio inputs include 2 x combo XLR-1/4" TRS line, 1 x RCA line, and 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS microphone input
• Input audio formats support Dante and analog audio
• Embedded audio inputs are supported through HDMI, SDI, USB-A, and RJ45
• Video outputs include 1 x HDMI 1.4a and 1 x RJ45
• Output video formats support 480p through WUXGA 1920 × 1200 at up to 60 fps
• Analog audio output includes 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS connection
• Output audio formats support Dante and analog audio
• Embedded audio outputs are supported through HDMI and RJ45
• HDCP support is not provided
• Wireless connectivity is not provided
• Power input: 1 x barrel connector, 12 VDC at 5 A
• Power supply input: 90 to 240 VAC
• Device power: 12 VDC at 5 A (60 W)
• Operating conditions: 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F)
• Certifications: CE, FCC, RoHS
• Rack form factor: 1 RU
• Dimensions: 465 × 184 × 43 mm (18.3 × 7.2 × 1.7 in)
• Weight: 2.4 kg (5.3 lb)

What's In The Box

• 1 x Epiphan Pearl Nexus Live Video Production System with Dante and 256GB SD Card
• 1 x AC/DC Power Adapter
• 2 x Rackmount Bracket

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