The INFINIUM 4K60 Broadcast Encoder Card is engineered for the most demanding video applications. It ingests 12G-SDI or HDMI 2.1 (up to 48 Gbps) at SMPTE 4096×2160@60, 3840×2160@60, or 2560×1440@144, and encodes in HEVC, H.264, or MJPEG at any bitrate from 0.1 to 100 Mbps. Built-in logo insertion, BT.2020 WCG, and HDR10 10-bit processing make it ideal for broadcast headends, live production, and premium 4K distribution where image quality cannot be compromised.
Flagship Broadcast Card
Broadcast-Grade 4K@60 Encoding
The top-tier INFINIUM card for distribution, contribution, and mastering — 12G-SDI and HDMI 2.1 inputs, real 4K@60 4:4:4, BT.2020 wide color gamut, and HDR10 10-bit, encoded with confidence.
Capabilities
One Card, Many Destinations at Once
Encode once and deliver everywhere — to players, set-top boxes, smart TVs, browsers, and platforms like YouTube, AWS, and Facebook — all simultaneously, each in the right format.
- Two simultaneous streams out — different compression & resolution each, with watermarks & logos
- Every protocol: SRT, RTMP(S), HLS, HTTP, RTSP, RTP, FLV, ONVIF, UDP/RTP unicast & multicast
- SRT auto-error-corrected delivery as fast as 50 ms plus network travel time
- Up to 4 stereo language pairs — AC3, AAC, MP2, MP3, PCM, or pass-through
- Optional NDI · multi-RTMP to several platforms at once · auto-reconnect
Built for Headends
Stack Channels in One Chassis
Populate the INFINIUM chassis with multiple 4K60 cards to build a true multi-channel 4K headend — each card an independent, hot-swappable channel with its own encoder and streaming server.
Because every card is independent and hot-swappable, you can run a full lineup of broadcast 4K channels in a single 4RU chassis and service or add a channel without ever taking the others off the air. Mix 4K60 cards with 4K30, HD, and SDI cards in the same system to match every source and budget.
Features
Engineered for the Best Picture
Top-quality 4K encoding for broadcast, contribution, and mastering.
4K@60 4:4:4
SMPTE 4096×2160@60, UHD 3840×2160@60, and 2560×1440@144 input and encoding.
BT.2020 + HDR10
Wide color gamut and HDR10 10-bit encoding for premium picture fidelity.
12G-SDI + HDMI 2.1
Gold-plated BNC 12G-SDI and HDMI 2.1 48 Gbps inputs with embedded audio.
Up to 100 Mbps
Mastering-grade bitrate, adjustable from 0.1 to 100 Mbps for any application.
SRT + All Protocols
Ultra-low-latency SRT plus RTMP(S), HLS, RTSP, RTP, FLV, ONVIF, UDP/RTP.
Hot-Swappable
Install or remove from the chassis live — no downtime for any channel.
Specifications
4K60 Card Specifications
| Card Type | Hot-swappable broadcast encoder card for the INFINIUM 4K chassis |
| Video Inputs | 1× HDMI 2.1 (up to 48 Gbps) + 1× 12G-SDI BNC, gold-plated |
| Max Resolution | 4K@60 4:4:4 · 4096×2160@60 / 3840×2160@60 / 2560×1440@144 |
| Color / HDR | BT.2020 wide color gamut, HDR10, 10-bit |
| Video Compression | HEVC (H.265), H.264, MJPEG · built-in logo insertion |
| Bitrate | 0.1–100 Mbps, adjustable |
| Simultaneous Streams | Up to 2 independent streams, each its own format/protocol |
| Audio | Up to 4 stereo language pairs · AC3 / AAC LC / AAC HE / MP2 / MP3 / PCM / pass-through · 44.1/48 kHz |
| Streaming Protocols | SRT, RTMP(S), HLS, HTTP, RTSP, RTP, FLV, ONVIF, UDP/RTP unicast & multicast · optional NDI |
| Latency | SRT as low as 50 ms plus network travel time |
| Network | RJ-45, 1000 Mbps auto-negotiation (CAT5–CAT8); Layer 2 video switch recommended |
| Unicast Server | Built-in hardware secure server, up to 1000 Mbps connections |
| Hot-Swap | Gold-plated, dust/humidity/vibration-proof bus connector — 100% hot-swappable |
| SKU | INF-ENC-4K60-HEVC |
| Warranty | 5-Year Manufacturer Warranty + free lifetime support |
| Origin | Designed & Built in USA |
FAQ
INFINIUM 4K60 Card — FAQ
What makes the 4K60 card different from the 4K30 card?
The 4K60 card is the flagship broadcast module: it adds a 12G-SDI input and HDMI 2.1 (48 Gbps), encodes real 4K at 60 fps in 4:4:4 with BT.2020 and HDR10 10-bit, and reaches mastering bitrates up to 100 Mbps. The 4K30 card uses HDMI 2.0b and encodes 4K at 30 fps — ideal when 60 fps and SDI are not required.
Does it accept both SDI and HDMI sources?
Yes. It has both a 12G-SDI BNC input and an HDMI 2.1 input (up to 48 Gbps), each supporting up to 4K@60 4:4:4 with embedded audio. You select which input to encode from in the web interface.
How many streams can it output at once?
Up to 2 simultaneous streams, each with its own compression (HEVC, H.264, or MJPEG), resolution, bitrate, and streaming protocol — so you can serve a high-bitrate master and a lighter mobile stream at the same time.
Is NDI supported?
NDI is available as an option (sold separately). The card natively supports SRT, RTMP(S), HLS, HTTP, RTSP, RTP, FLV, ONVIF, and UDP/RTP unicast and multicast out of the box.
Does it support multiple audio languages?
Yes — up to 4 stereo language pairs, encoded in AC3, AAC, MP2, MP3, or PCM, or passed through. Ideal for multilingual venues, broadcasters, and houses of worship.
Can I install it without shutting down the system?
Yes. Like every INFINIUM card it is 100% hot-swappable on a gold-plated, dust- and vibration-proof bus connector. Install or remove it on a live chassis without interrupting any other channel.
Does it require the INFINIUM chassis?
Yes. The 4K60 card is a module that installs in the INFINIUM 4K Video Distribution Chassis, which provides power, cooling, redundancy, and the network/RF backplane. Add the card to a chassis to create a broadcast 4K channel.
Build Your System
Pairs With the INFINIUM Chassis
This card installs in the INFINIUM 4K chassis. Mix it with other encoder cards and the 4K-over-coax module to build your headend.
INFINIUM 4K Chassis (Required)
The 4RU modular chassis this card installs into — power, cooling, redundancy, and up to 14 slots.
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