FAQ : MPEG Transport Stream (MPEG-TS) license

Which devices support the MPEG-TS streaming method?

• Cube (1st gen, 2nd gen, 3rd gen, 4th gen)
• Bond II
• Bond Pro
• Live:Air*
• Live:Air Solo*
• Slice
• T-RAX

* NOTE: Live:Air and Live:Air Solo cannot directly generate an MPEG-TS stream from within the program, they can only generate RTMP. However, Live:Air and Live:Air 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 Sputnik 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?

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
• T-RAX

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, Slice, 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.

3rd gen Cube, 4th gen Cube:

• 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.