FAQ : MPEG Transport Stream (MPEG-TS) license

Which devices support the MPEG-TS streaming method?

• Cube (1st gen, 2nd gen, 600 series, 700 series)
• Bond II
• Bond Pro
• Bond 600 series, 700 series
• Airmix*
• Airmix Solo*
• Slice (1st gen, 600 series, 700 series)
• T-RAX (1st gen, 700 series)

* NOTE: Airmix and Airmix Solo cannot directly generate an MPEG-TS stream from within the program, they can only generate RTMP. However, Airmix and Airmix Solo can be used as an Encoder source with the Teradek Core service, and this allows MPEG-TS streams to be sent out from a Core-controlled Hyperion server.

MPEG-TS is not supported on the following devices:

• Bolt
• Clip
• COLR
• Sphere
• VidiU (original)
• VidiU Mini
• VidiU Pro

Which devices have built-in support for MPEG-TS and do not need an optional license?

The following devices have built-in support of the MPEG-TS streaming protocol and do not require the purchase of a separate license.

• Bond II
• Bond Pro
• Slice (1st gen, 600 series, 700 series)
• T-RAX (1st gen, 700 series)
• Bond 600 series (Bond 657, Bond 659 Backpack)
• Bond 700 series (Bond 757, Bond 759 Backpack)
• Prism 4K Rack Unit
• Prism 4K Flex

NOTE: an MPEG Transport Stream license will not appear in the Encoder's web user interface, but the option is still unlocked in firmware and able to be configured.

How do I get the MPEG-TS license?

The license may be purchased through the online store at www.teradek.com.

NOTE: Be sure to include the serial number of your Cube Encoder to allow the unique license to be generated.

Is a demo license available?

Yes, please email the serial number of your Cube Encoder to support@teradek.com requesting the demo MPEG-TS license.

What are the limitations on the demo license?

The demo license offers all functionality of the full MPEG-TS license -- there is no time limit or restriction on video bitrate or resolution.

However, a watermark is placed on the video streamed while the demo license is in place.

Do I need a license for the Teradek Decoder?

No, the license is only needed on a Cube Encoder.

The license is not needed on a Cube Decoder, Slice Decoder, or T-RAX Decoder as the ability to receive MPEG Transport Stream is built in to those devices.

NOTE: an MPEG Transport Stream license will not appear in the Decoder's web user interface, but the option is still unlocked in firmware and able to be configured.

Can I transfer the MPEG-TS license from one device to another?

No, licenses are unique per device. Once issued, licenses are non-transferable and non-refundable.

What audio and video codecs are available with MPEG-TS?

1st gen Cube, 2nd gen Cube, Cube Pro, Bond II, Bond Pro, 1st gen Slice, 1st gen T-RAX

• Video : the video codec is H.264. It's not possible to send MPEG-2 or MPEG-1 video, only H.264.
• Audio : in addition to the default AAC audio codec, the MPEG-1 Layer 2 (sometimes referred to as "MPEG-2") audio codec is available for devices which require that codec. AAC is the recommended audio codec.

600 series, 700 series products:

• Video : the video codec is H.264 (AVC) or H.265 (HEVC) as a user selection. It's not possible to send MPEG-2 or MPEG-1 video, only H.264 or H.265.
• Audio : in addition to the default AAC audio codec, the MPEG-1 Layer 2 (sometimes referred to as "MPEG-2") audio codec is available for devices which require that codec. AAC is the default, and is the recommended audio codec.