Encoders and Decoders
Epiphan Video Webcaster X2 | The simplest encoder for Facebook, YouTube, and more
Product Code: EPIESP1382
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H.264 Video Streaming Encoder and MP4 Recorder
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Description
Live streaming shouldn’t be complicated! Epiphan Webcaster X2™ is a dedicated encoder designed from the ground-up for live streaming to your favorite social media platform, making streaming a breeze. Pair your device once with your accounts and it remembers your settings for all future streams.
Stream your HDMI cameras, displays or mixers, USB webcams and microphones by connecting them to Webcaster X2’s HDMI IN or USB ports. Webcaster X2 encodes your high quality audio along with your video and streams it to your Facebook or YouTube audience.
Get creative! Create PiP layouts or do a multi-camera production and switch between a USB webcam and your HDMI camera.
Webcaster X2 is designed specifically for streaming to Facebook, YouTube, and more. Set up is easy with a simple device code to pair it to your accounts, the rest is done for you – the device comes pre-configured with optimal encoding settings for YouTube, Facebook Live, and Twitch streaming.
Webcaster X2 streams your live video to your choice of Facebook Live, YouTube, Twitch, Switchboard Cloud, AV Studio and more. Switching between them is simple, and Webcaster X2 remembers all your settings for all platforms.
Use Wi-Fi or Webcaster X2’s wired Ethernet connection to stream the way that works for you.
Use a Wi-Fi hotspot and you can live stream from anywhere with your Webcaster X2. To be truly mobile, add an external battery and power cable. Read more.
Choose to stream to your Facebook Timeline or any Group or Page you administer. On YouTube, choose to stream live now, or publish to a scheduled event. Connect a mouse and monitor to Webcaster X2 for additional configuration options.
Monitor your Facebook and YouTube live video and see viewer comments and reactions in real time. Simply connect a display to the Webcaster X2’s HDMI OUT port.
FAQs
Connecting the HDMI port on my laptop to Webcaster X2 doesn't work |
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The HDMI port on most laptops are HDMI output ports, which can only be used as a video source. Make sure that you’ve connected the HDMI output port from your laptop to the HDMI IN port on Webcaster X2. To monitor the live stream and see the configuration menu, connect an external monitor to Webcaster X2’s HDMI OUT port. |
Can I connect a wireless keyboard or mouse to Webcaster X2? |
Yes, as long as the wireless device uses RF (radio frequency) and comes with it’s own dongle receiver that you plug in to the USB port. Webcaster X2 does not support Bluetooth devices. |
How do I connect Webcaster X2 to my network? |
You can connect Webcaster X2 to your network by wired Ethernet of Wi-Fi. TIP: Ensure your network has enough bandwidth for live streaming and has Internet access to the platform you will be streaming to (i.e. YouTube, Facebook, etc.). |
News
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Epiphan Video has appointed Holdan as its UK & Ireland distributor for the full range of Epiphan’s live capture and streaming technologies. As the leading technology distributor for the professional video and broadcast markets, Holdan will work alongside Epiphan to enhance reseller support and to develop new opportunities in corporate AV, education and public sector video.
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