The Newtek Spark Plus 4K HDMI is a compact and portable production-ready IP video solutions that convert supported HDMI video signals up to 4K UHD p30. This IP converter enables you to directly connect to your systems, devices, and have them instantly available as NDI® compatible source on your network at resolutions up to 4K UHD 30p. The converter captures video directly from the connected camera or device and converting it to high bitrate NDI®, Spark Plus 4K is the fastest, easiest, and most flexible way to acquire a 4K UHD or 1080p video source from anywhere on your network and integrate it into your IP-based video production workflows. Explore unprecedented possibilities for connectivity, creativity, and control of media productions with IP-all while using the network infrastructure you have in place today. Unlike the previous Connect Spark HDMI & Connect Spark SDI, the new Spark Plus models use full bandwidth NDI with virtually no latency and are visually lossless compares to compressed NDI|HX. Spark Plus models includes web-base control interface, you can monitor video, manage login credentials, access controls, and configure audio, video, and network settings from any supported Web browser on any compatible networked device.

Video

Convert video of any compatible format to NDI®, including 4K UHD, with support for resolutions up to 2160p at 30 frames per second.

NDI® Output

Translate video from the connected camera or device to IP, delivering to the network as a full-bandwidth NDI® video source.

HDMI Input

Connect, capture, and convert any compatible HDMI video source.

Ethernet Connectivity

Connect to the network via wired Ethernet, and share video over IP with any compatible system, device, or application that supports NDI®.

Audio

Present high-quality sound, with support for embedded HDMI digital audio, with adjustable volume control.

Tally

Receive tally notification from compatible NDI® devices via physical LEDs when video output from Spark™ Plus is visible on Program and/or Preview.

Web-Based Interface

Monitor video, manage login credentials, access controls, and configure audio, video, and network settings from any supported Web browser on any compatible networked device.

Virtual PTZ

Create multiple shots from a single, full-resolution video signal—determining areas of interest, then storing as full-frame presets, with support for live virtual zoom and pan control.

Multicast Mode

Optionally permit multiple destinations to receive the Spark™ Plus video source without individual point-to-point connections to conserve network bandwidth.

NDI® Virtual Input

Designate Spark™ Plus as the video input source in popular desktop video applications like Google Hangouts, GoToMeeting, Skype, Skype for Business, WebEx, Zoom, and more.

Network Identification

Easily identify Spark™ Plus on your network with the ability to apply custom device and channel names.

Network Visibility Access

Spark™ Plus devices connected to other networks via IP address and make them visible within your production environment using NDI® Access Manager.

LTC Timecode

Supply an external LTC timecode reference to embed timecode in the Spark™ Plus video signal and synchronize with other NDI® video signals.

Camera Mount

Optionally mount Spark™ Plus to a compatible camera or support using the industry-standard, threaded screw camera mount.

Firmware Updates

Download and install firmware updates at no charge to ensure your Spark™ Plus is equipped with the latest features, capabilities, and performance enhancements.

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