Epiphan Pearl-2 Rackmount Video Production Device (2 RU)

Product Overview

The Epiphan Pearl-2 Rackmount Video Production Device (2 RU) is a six-input live video production system built for permanent installation in equipment racks. It combines switching, encoding, recording, and multi-destination streaming in a single rack-mount chassis, making it well suited to fixed lecture capture, broadcast studio, and commercial AV integration deployments. AV system designers can connect cameras and computer sources over 12G-SDI, HDMI, USB, and IP, then control production from the front touchscreen or the browser-based Epiphan Live interface. This is the rack-mount Pearl-2 hardware encoder for AV integrators who need reliable, always-on multi-camera production.

Product Description

The Pearl-2 Rackmount delivers the full capability of the flagship Pearl-2 platform in a 2 RU enclosure designed for rack installation and unattended operation. It accepts up to six video sources and multiple audio inputs, then encodes, switches, and records them while publishing to streaming destinations at the same time. Operators build custom layouts, including picture-in-picture, using the drag-and-drop editor in the web-based Admin panel, and apply backgrounds, overlay images, text, and timestamping to each program.

For permanent installations, the Pearl-2 Rackmount supports simultaneous recording of high-quality ISO files for post-production while streaming the program output to YouTube, Facebook, Wowza, Akamai, and other CDNs over RTMP, RTMPS, SRT, RTSP, and HLS. A built-in streaming server distributes unicast or multicast streams across the local network to web browsers, smart TVs, and set-top boxes. The system integrates with content and learning management platforms such as Kaltura, Panopto, YuJa, and Opencast, and exposes an HTTP/HTTPS and RS-232 API plus Crestron and Q-SYS drivers for control-system integration. Compared with the portable Pearl-2 Base Video Mixer it shares the same processing core, while teams needing a smaller footprint often pair it with the Pearl Mini or the single-channel Pearl Nano.

Related products: Pearl-2 Base Video Mixer, Pearl Mini, Pearl Nano, and the Pearl-2 4K Feature Add-On. Browse the full Epiphan collection.

Key Features

• Six-source live production — Connect up to six video sources across 12G-SDI, HDMI, 4K HDMI, USB, and IP to switch and encode them as a single live program.
• Rack-mount form factor — The 2 RU chassis is designed for installation and continuous operation in standard equipment racks for fixed AV systems.
• Multi-channel encoding — Encode up to six 1080p channels at 30 fps, or one 4K channel at 30 fps, to serve different audiences and destinations at once.
• Simultaneous record and stream — Stream the program output while recording high-quality ISO files locally for post-production.
• Multi-destination streaming — Publish to YouTube, Facebook, and other CDNs over RTMP, RTMPS, SRT, RTSP, and HLS, with multicast support for local distribution.
• Professional audio handling — Capture embedded HDMI and SDI audio or use XLR and RCA inputs with gain control and configurable audio delay for mixing-console integration.
• Drag-and-drop layouts — Build custom layouts with picture-in-picture, overlays, backgrounds, and text in the web-based Admin panel.
• Front touchscreen and Epiphan Live — Switch, preview, and monitor from the built-in touchscreen or control remotely from any browser on the network.
• 512 GB internal SSD — Store recordings on the internal solid-state drive with automatic offload to USB, network shares, and FTP/SFTP/S3 destinations.
• Control-system integration — Integrate with AV control platforms through the HTTP/HTTPS and RS-232 API plus dedicated Crestron and Q-SYS drivers.

Typical Applications

• Broadcast studio
• Auditorium
• House of worship
• Training room
• Government space
• Conference room

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What video sources can the Pearl-2 Rackmount accept?

It accepts up to six sources across 12G-SDI, HDMI, 4K HDMI, and USB 3.0 inputs, plus IP sources over Ethernet via RTSP, NDI, and SRT. This lets integrators combine cameras, computer feeds, and network streams in one production.

How does it mount in a rack?

The unit ships in a 2 RU 19-inch rack-mountable enclosure with mounting tabs, designed for installation and continuous operation in standard AV equipment racks.

How does it integrate with an existing AV control system?

The Pearl-2 exposes an HTTP/HTTPS and RS-232 API and provides dedicated Crestron and Q-SYS drivers, so it can be controlled from room control panels and integrated into larger AV systems.

Does it require a separate 4K add-on?

4K encoding and streaming are standard on current Pearl-2 units. Units purchased before April 5, 2026 require the Pearl-2 4K Feature Add-On to activate 4K; contact us if you are unsure which applies to your unit.

Can it record and stream at the same time?

Yes. The Pearl-2 streams the program output to CDNs while simultaneously recording high-quality ISO files to the internal 512 GB SSD for post-production.

What learning and content management systems does it support?

It integrates with Kaltura, Panopto, YuJa, and Opencast, making it a strong fit for lecture capture and enterprise video workflows.

What warranty and support are included?

The Pearl-2 carries Epiphan's standard manufacturer warranty. For warranty terms, configuration help, or integration support, contact the Creation Networks team before purchase.