Product Description
Harmonic Electra 5444, SD MPEG-4 AVC Encoder
Description:
- Ultra-low Bit-rate Encoding
- Advanced MPEG-4 AVC MP@L3 Video Compression
- Up to 4 Channels per Chassis
- Low Resolution Channels for Applications such as Picture-in-Picture (PiP), Dynamic Multi-channel Mosaics
- Multi-pass LookAhead Constant Bitrate (CBR) or Variable Bit-rate (VBR) Encoding
The high performance Electra® 5400 Encoder is Harmonic’s third generation MPEG-4 AVC standard definition encoder and the industry’s first product based on ASIC processing technology. As with most advanced technologies, programmable devices provide faster time-to-market, but as deployment volumes increase, dedicated ASIC processors offers greater performance and density. The Electra 5400 allows operators to quickly and efficiently launch SD services while providing the highest quality viewing experience. Its encoding flexibility enables operators to deliver up to four simultaneous MPEG-4 AVC channels in high and low resolution formats, increasing revenue per program and enhancing customer satisfaction by flexibly delivering multiple services to any device.