KulaByte Encoder

100% Software Based Video Streaming Encoder

The KulaByte Internet encoder allows users to deliver live content to multiple sites easily and reliably, with best-in-class adaptive player technology that enables dynamic, real-time updates for dependable online video delivery to desktop or mobile devices.

The KulaByte Internet encoder is ideal for streaming live events to Dynamic Flash and Adaptive HTTP live streaming networks. 100% software-based, the KulaByte encoder provides the most efficient use of uplink bandwidth due to extremely high quality-to-bitrate performance and tight bitrate control. The KulaByte encoder is ideal for streaming live events including high action live sports, music and entertainment, house of worship, distance learning, and mobile news gathering and delivering streams tailored for PCs, mobile devices, and set top boxes.

Easy to Deploy. The KulaByte encoder is delivered as a turnkey encoder solution in portable and server based configurations, but is also available as a software-based encoding solution. The KulaByte encoder server based configurations offer densities of up to 8 input streams in 2RU and portable configurations including a rugged, lunchbox style encoder that can be easily carried from event to event. Additionally, the KulaByte encoder software can be installed on most Windows based systems offering tremendous flexibility in deploying the highest quality Internet video encoder available.

Easy to Use. The KulaByte encoder is delivered with an easy to use graphical interface for managing the encoding of individual input streams on one server.

Open & Standards Based. The KulaByte encoder fully supports H.264 video compression and AAC audio compression, Adobe Dynamic Streaming for Flash (RTMP), and Apple Adaptive HTTP Live Streaming for iPhone/iPad (HLS) - industry standards that have been adopted throughout the Internet streaming ecosystem. End-to-end solutions rely on seamless interoperability.

Experience & Maturity. Currently on its third major release, the KulaByte encoder is used on a regular basis by the professional broadcasting community for highly challenging live content, such as American football, golf, auto racing, as well as news and commentary. Additionally, the KulaByte encoder is widely deployed in military operations and throughout the House of Worship community. The KulaByte encoder has also earned a reputation for quality in live event streaming circles having been used for events as varied as Operation MySpace from Kuwait, the Nobel Peace Prize Awards from Oslo, South by Southwest Music Festival, the Newport Folk Festival, and Extreme Sports events throughout Europe.