RGB Spectrum S2004 – Zio 4K Video-over-IP Encoder

Product Overview

The RGB Spectrum S2004 is a Zio AV-over-IP encoder built for HD and 4K video distribution across an IP network, making it a practical choice for video walls, control rooms, and multi-room digital signage. This rack-friendly H.264 video over IP encoder accepts a source over a locking HDMI connector with loop-through and streams it to any compatible Zio decoder on a standard 1 Gigabit Ethernet switch. With Power over Ethernet support and a compact half-rack footprint, it simplifies installation in commercial AV systems where dedicated source-to-display cabling is impractical. Integrators specifying scalable AV-over-IP distribution will find the S2004 a cost-effective encoder endpoint for enterprise and government deployments.

Product Description

The S2004 is part of RGB Spectrum's Zio AV-over-IP platform, a family of encoders and decoders that move video, audio, and control over commodity IP networking rather than dedicated matrix switchers. Zio endpoints attach to a 1 Gigabit Ethernet switch, with encoders accepting computer and video sources at resolutions up to 4K and decoders on the far side feeding displays or a video wall. The S2004 captures the source over a locking HDMI input with loop-through, applies industry-standard H.264 compression, and publishes a single output stream that any compatible Zio decoder, such as the D2004 4K decoder, can subscribe to.

Because Zio uses a peer-to-peer architecture, the system avoids a single point of failure and scales across rooms, buildings, campuses, or cities as endpoints are added. Flexible compression makes it well suited to a local building LAN or a lower-bandwidth link to a remote site. The platform can also bridge traditional baseband AV through RGB Spectrum's Linx matrix switchers, letting analog and digital sources coexist with IP traffic. A browser-based HTML5 control interface provides live stream thumbnails and lets operators manage endpoints from a PC, tablet, or phone. For more AV-over-IP encoders and decoders, browse our video processing and distribution collection or the full RGB Spectrum line.

Key Features

• HD and 4K Encoding — Accepts sources up to 4K 4096 x 2160 and streams over IP so high-resolution content reaches displays without dedicated cabling.
• H.264 Compression — Uses industry-standard H.264 encoding for efficient, low-bandwidth transport across LAN and WAN links.
• Locking HDMI Input with Loop-Through — Provides a secure source connection and a pass-through output for a local monitor in the rack or at the source.
• Power over Ethernet — PoE+ support delivers power and data over one cable to simplify installation and reduce outlet dependency.
• Peer-to-Peer Scalability — Endpoints add to a standard 1 Gigabit switch with no central matrix, so systems grow from one room to an entire campus.
• Browser-Based Control — An HTML5 interface manages streams and endpoints from Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android devices.
• Flexible Audio Support — Carries digital embedded HDMI audio or analog mono alongside the video stream.

Typical Applications

• Control rooms and command centers — Distributes live operator sources to monitoring positions and shared video walls over IP.
• Conference rooms and boardrooms — Sends presentation and laptop sources to displays in meeting spaces across a building.
• Government and security spaces — Supports scalable source distribution for facilities that standardize on IP infrastructure.
• Training rooms and multi-purpose rooms — Feeds shared content to multiple displays without point-to-point cabling.
• Commercial digital signage — Streams source content to displays distributed across rooms or buildings.

Technical Specifications

Source: RGB Spectrum.

Frequently Asked Questions

What decoders is the S2004 compatible with?
The S2004 works with compatible Zio decoders such as the D2004 4K decoder, as well as H.264/H.265 compliant decode endpoints on the same network.

How is the encoder installed in a rack?
The unit has a compact 1" x 8" x 4" half-rack footprint and connects to a standard 1 Gigabit Ethernet switch; PoE+ lets a single cable carry both power and data.

How does it integrate with an existing AV system?
It attaches to a standard IP network and can bridge to traditional baseband AV through RGB Spectrum's Linx matrix switchers, with browser-based HTML5 control for stream and endpoint management.

What network does it require?
Zio endpoints connect to a 1 Gigabit Ethernet switch and operate over dedicated or shared networks, scaling from a single room to a multi-building campus.

What is the warranty and how do I get support?
The S2004 carries a 1-year warranty. For application help, quotes, or support, contact Creation Networks at 888-230-3661 or our contact page.