D20S, D20H Dante AV Ultra Encoder/Decoder
Bolin D20H, D20S Dante AV Ultra Encoder/Decoder with Perfectly Timed Ultra Low Latency Stream
Overview
The Bolin D20H and D20S Dante AV Ultra encoder/decoder solutions are designed to deliver visually lossless, ultra-low-latency 4K60 video over standard 1Gbps networks. Whether for live production, corporate AV, broadcasting, or distributed AV systems, these flexible encoders/decoders provide Dante AV Ultra integration with high-quality video connectivity.
Designed for maximum flexibility, the D20H and D20S can be configured as either an encoder or a decoder with a simple firmware change—allowing users to adapt their setup as needed without additional hardware. When set as an encoder, the device converts HDMI inputs into a Dante AV Ultra stream, making it easy to distribute high-quality video over IP. When configured as a decoder, it receives a Dante AV Ultra stream and outputs up to 4K60 video with embedded audio, through HDMI 2.0 and 12G-SDI ensuring interoperability with baseband video systems.
With JPEG2000 compression, the D20H and D20S maintain visually lossless image quality with ultra low latency, making them ideal for real-time production environments. PTP (Precision Time Protocol) clocking ensures perfect synchronization between video and audio across all Dante-enabled devices, eliminating timing mismatches in multi-camera and distributed AV setups.
Both models integrate with Dante Controller and Dante Domain Manager (DDM) for easy routing, remote management, and secure AV-over-IP operation. Additional features like IR pass-through, KVM functionality, and EDID management ensure smooth compatibility with professional video systems.
From live events to high-end AV installations, the Bolin D20H and D20S provide Dante AV Ultra encoding and decoding, delivering low-latency, high-resolution video with IP-based connectivity.
Camera Model Specific
Key Features
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Powered By DanteAV™ Module
■ Bolin D20 Series transceiver, a Dante AV Ultra Encoder/Decoder, is powered by the Dante AV Ultra™ module. It achieves lossless video and extremely low latency IP video streaming with perfect video and audio synchronization.
■ Designed to seamlessly integrate into an existing Dante audio ecosystem, the D20 Series transceiver is managed using the Dante Controller Software with flexibility to independently route audio and video with sub-microsecond accuracy to minimize time alignment issues. More information about Dante AV -
Dante Ecosystem Friendly
■ Instant compatibility with over 4000 existing Dante-enabled products.
■ Unified control of the camera’s video and audio streams using the familiar Dante Controller Software.
■ No need to replace your network infrastructure. Dante AV Ultra works with already installed, cost-effective 1Gbps network gear.
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Encoder/Decoder Configurable
■ D20 Series, D20H and D20S Dante AV transceiver can be configured as an individual encoder or decoder via a firmware update.
■ For a complete encode/decode solution, two separate devices are required,
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Lossless image with extremely low codec latency
■ Bolin’s D20 Series transceiver streams and transports up to 4K60 4:4:4 video output with ultra-low latency and lossless video quality.
■ D20 Series transceiver incorporates an optimized implementation of the popular JPEG2000 codec in FPGA, which delivers visually perfect lossless image at 4K60 with < 10ms codec latency. -
100% Synchronized video and audio
The D20 Series DanteAV Ultra transceiver integrates Dante’s sub-microsecond PTP clocking synchronization for video and audio. The Dante PTP network clock keeps the camera video in sync regardless of the number of endpoints, eliminating lip-sync problems.
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HDMI output EDID Supported
■ The D20 Series decoder provides decoded images via HDMI 2.0 port, with EDID support. Integrated high-performance scaling engine provides a scalable encoded source for a wide array of UHD and HD resolutions to match the different capabilities and requirements of sources, displays, codecs, and other equipment.
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HDMI and SDI Dual Output
■ In addition to HDMI 2.0 video output, D20S carries Bolin's video processor to simultaneously provide
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Dante Controller and DDM Supported
■ Unified control of camera audio and video using familiar tools - Dante Controller and Dante Domain Manager (DDM).
■ Uses Dante Controller and (DDM) and endpoints so you can easily click to check video and audio routing. -
Remote Control & Monitoring
■ D20 Series has a built-in serial (RS-422), which enables serial port PTZ camera joystick controller via Dante Serial Over IP control running Visca protocol. D20 Series also supports IR over IP feature to control connected displays, PTZ cameras, and other devices.
■ When paired with Bolin DanteAV PTZ camera D412/D220, D20 Series as a decoder supports camera control and configuration using Visca Over IP protocol from the PTZ controller.
Features
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Unicast and Multicast for Video Display Routing
Paired with Dante AV decoder, it receives the signal from a DanteAV PTZ camera or an encoder and feeds it to a display device via the HDMI and/or 12G-SDI output. Using familiar Dante Controller software, the decoder can quickly and easily switch between multiple DanteAV endpoints including cameras or encoders on the network, with no need for breakouts or matrix switches to unicast or multicast display the video on any number of screens and video router system to use.
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Dante Controller Supported
Full setup and control and monitoring of the device is enabled through Dante Controller that delivers standard Dante features such as automatic device discovery and system configuration, making network setup a simple plug and play experience.
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Always Up To Date
Firmware updates, upgrade via Bolin Dante AV software IP interface to keep the decoder features and performance up to date.
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Audio Formats, Dante Audio over IP
The D20 Series Dante AV Transceiver supports Dante compatible networked audio streams from encoders and audio interfaces. The received Dante audio streaming can be combined with the video and then output via the HDMI output.
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Two Ethernet Ports and POE
The D20 Series Dante AV Transceiver includes two RJ-45 1000BASE-T ports can be used to transport video over a Gigabit Ethernet network. Ports 1 for Dante network primary connection and Port 2 can be used to daisy-chain other endpoints. Port 1 is also capable of receiving power via POE++.
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D20 Series Transceiver has two models:
■ D20H has HDMI 2.0 output only, which provides decoded image to output via HDMI 2.0. Integrated high-performance scaling engine provides scalable encoded source for a wide array of UHD, HD resolutions to match the different capabilities and requirements of sources, displays, codecs, and other equipment.
■ D20S has HDMI 2.0 and 12G-SDI output, which has SDI video processor built-in to provide SDI (Up to 12G-SDI) signal for ProAV and broadcast video work flow applications. -
USB HID and USB OTG
USB control over IP that can be switched and routed alongside the AV signal or separately via a control system allows you to use a USB mouse and/or keyboard to control a remote computer via the Dante network. USB On The Go (OTG) for keyboard and mouse
Specifications
| Encoder/Decoder | Device can be configured to operate as an encoder or a decoder via firmware/software upgrade. However, the device is not able to simultaneously operate as both an encoder and decoder. | |
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| Video Codec | A | Optimized implementation of JPEG2000 codec in FPGA, Licensed by IntoPIX |
| B | Dante API management interface | |
| Video Resolutions | Up to 4096x2160@60Hz; RGB 4:4:4 @ 8 bit YCbCr 4:4:4 @ 8 bit YCbCr 4:2:2 @ 8/10/12 bit | |
| Color Depth | 8-bit, 10-bit, 12-bit | |
| Audio Formats | Dante Audio over IP | |
| Bit Rates | 200 to 800 Mbps | |
| Video Streaming | Unicast or Multicast | |
| Control Protocol | Visca serial control over IP, Visca-Over-IP | |
| Latency | 0.5 frame (e.g. 2160p @ 60 Hz latency is < 8 ms between encoder and decoder), Note: Overall latency may increase depending on network configurations | |
| Bandwidth | A | 4kp60 10 bit 4:2:2; 500-600Mbps, results may vary depending on network configuration and management settings. |
| B | 1080p60 10 bit 4:2:2; 150-250Mbps, results may vary depending on network configuration and management settings. | |
| Dante Ecosystem Friendly | Instant Dante Ecosystem compatibility with existing Dante-enabled products; Unified control of audio and video using Dante tools - Dante Controller | |
| Video | A | Built-in encryption/decryption for video |
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| B | 800Mbps recommended maximum bit rate | |
| C | Video transport formats: Dante Video over IP | |
| D | HDR support | |
| E | HDMI monitor output loop through | |
| HDMI IN (when using the device as an encoder) | HDMI Type | HDMI 2.0 |
| Supported Resolutions | 4096x2160p, 3840x2160p, 1920x1080p, 1920x1200, 1600x1200, 1280x720p, 1280x1024, 1024x768, 800x600, 720x576p, 720x480p, 640x480 | |
| Frame Rates (Hz) | 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60 | |
| Colour Space | RGB, YCbCr | |
| Component Bit Width | 8-bit, 10-bit, 12-bit | |
| Colour Sub-Sampling | 4:4:4, 4:2:2, 4:2:0 | |
| MONITOR OUT (when using the device as an encoder) | HDMI Type | HDMI 2.0 |
| Supported Resolutions | 4096x2160p, 3840x2160p, 1920x1080p, 1920x1200, 1600x1200, 1280x720p, 1280x1024, 1024x768, 800x600, 720x576p, 720x480p, 640x480 | |
| Frame Rates (Hz) | 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60 | |
| Colour Space | RGB, YCbCr | |
| Component Bit Width | 8-bit, 10-bit, 12-bit | |
| Colour Sub-Sampling | 4:4:4, 4:2:2,4:2:0 | |
| Embedded Audio over HDMI | No | |
| HDMI OUT (when using the device as a decoder) | Supported Resolutions | 4096x2160p, 3840x2160p, 1920x1080p, 1920x1200, 1600x1200, 1280x720p, 1280x1024, 1024x768, 800x600, 720x576p, 720x480p, 640x480 |
| Frame Rates (Hz) | 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60 | |
| Colour Space | RGB, YCbCr | |
| Component Bit Width | 8-bit, 10-bit, 12-bit | |
| Colour Sub-Sampling | 4:4:4, 4:2:2, 4:2:0 | |
| SDI OUT (when using the device as a decoder) | Supported Resolutions | - |
| Frame Rates (Hz) | - | |
| Colour Space | - | |
| Component Bit Width | - | |
| Colour Sub-Sampling | - |
| Audio Transport Formats | A | Up to eight channels at 44.1, 48, 88.2 or 96kHz. |
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| B | Dante Audio over IP | |
| C | HDMI 7.1 embedded audio | |
| D | High-quality, low jitter with on-board clock generator for audio | |
| Bit Depths | 24, 16 and 32 bits per audio sample | |
| Input Signal Types (when using the device as an encoder) | Embedded Audio over HDMI | Up to 8 channels to Dante |
| Sample Rate | 32k to 192k, PCM24 | |
| ASRC Conversion Range | 1:8 to 8:1 | |
| ASRC Latency | 80 samples (1.6ms @ 48kHz) | |
| Output Signal Types (when using the device as a decoder) | Embedded Audio over HDMI | 2 channels from DANTE |
| Sample Rate 1 | 48K and 96K, PCM24(24, 16 and 32 bits) | |
| Sample Rate 2 | Built-in 8-channel asynchronous sample rate converter | |
| Ethernet | General A | Standard 1Gbps Ethernet |
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| General B | Auto-switching, auto-negotiating, auto discovery, full/half duplex, Dante Controller setup and control | |
| Port 1 A | IEEE 802.3ab compliant 1000BASE-T Ethernet port | |
| Port 1 B | IEEE 802.3bt Type 3 compliant, PoE++ Class 6 (60W) | |
| Port 2 | IEEE 802.3ab compliant 1000BASE-T Ethernet port | |
| HDMI INPUT (Encoder only) | HDMI 2.0 Type A connector, female; HDMI digital video/audio input | |
| HDMI MONITOR OUTPUT (Encoder only) | HDMI 2.0 Type A connector, female; HDMI digital video/audio output | |
| HDMI OUTPUT (Decoder only) | HDMI 2.0 Type A connector, female; HDMI digital video/audio output | |
| SDI OUTPUT | - | |
| USB 1, USB 2 (Decoder only) | A | USB Type-A connector, female; |
| B | USB signal extender port for connection to a mouse, keyboard | |
| C | Available Power: 100 mA at 5 VDC | |
| USB OTG | USB OTG Compliant | Host computer Mouse (Dante AV transmitter) |
| Serial Control | RS422 a | RS-422 compatible with Visca control PTZ camera |
| RS422 b | RJ45 | |
| Control Protocol | VISCA | |
| IR TX, IR RX | Connector | 2-pin 3.5 mm |
| Carrier Frequency | 38 kHz | |
| Supply Voltage | 3.3V to 5V | |
| PTZ Camera IR Receiver | Front and Back | |
| LED Indicator | Power | Board Powered and Active |
| Codec | Video Codec Active | |
| System | System Status | |
| Error | Software running status | |
| Sync | Dante Clock Slave, synchronization status | |
| HDCP | HDCP status | |
| HDMI | HDCP 2.3, EDID | |
| Power | IEC60130-10 (JEITA standard RC-5320A) TYPE4 DC power connector; 12VDC 4A power input | |
| Network | A | Powered By DanteAV Module |
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| B | Standard 1Gbps Ethernet | |
| C | Audio Flow x 15 Flows / 8 Channels per Flow (unicast or multicast) | |
| D | Video Flow x 1 Flow / 1 Channel per Flow (unicast or multicast) | |
| E | Hardware time-stamping, supporting sample-accurate playback |
| Power | Power Consumption | Power input @ 4K60: 28W |
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| PoE | PoE++, IEEE 802.3bt Type 3 class 6 compliant | |
| Power Adaptor | Input: 1.5 A maximum @ 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, Output: 4A @ 12 VDC | |
| Status | 12V DC IN has priority over Ethernet 1 POE. Ethernet 1 POE will become active a fraction of a second after 12V DC IN is disconnected. | |
| Storage Temperature | -40 to 100℃ | |
| Operating Temperature | 32° to 104° F (0° to 40° C) | |
| Humidity | 10% to 90% (non-condensing) | |
| Heat Dissipation | Cooling fan speed adjustable, 3 Level | |
| Acoustic Noise | NC35 or less, variable with cooling fan speed adjustment | |
| Regulatory Compliance | CE, FCC Part 15 Class B digital device | |
| Dimension | 216.5x148.35x44mm (LxWxH) | |
| Weight | 2.5 lbs (1.3 kg) | |
| Chassis | Metal, black finish, heat dissipation surface, fan cooled; vented rear and sides | |
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| Mounting | Included | HDMI cable secure mount, surface mount for TV display, base mount. |
| Optional | 19 inch single rack mount, 19 inch dual rack mount, Din rail mount | |
| Encoder/Decoder | Device can be configured to operate as an encoder or a decoder via firmware/software upgrade. However, the device is not able to simultaneously operate as both an encoder and decoder. | |
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| Video Codec | A | Optimized implementation of JPEG2000 codec in FPGA, Licensed by IntoPIX |
| B | Dante API management interface | |
| Video Resolutions | Up to 4096x2160@60Hz; RGB 4:4:4 @ 8 bit YCbCr 4:4:4 @ 8 bit YCbCr 4:2:2 @ 8/10/12 bit | |
| Color Depth | 8-bit, 10-bit, 12-bit | |
| Audio Formats | Dante Audio over IP | |
| Bit Rates | 200 to 800 Mbps | |
| Video Streaming | Unicast or Multicast | |
| Control Protocol | Visca serial control over IP, Visca-Over-IP | |
| Latency | 0.5 frame (e.g. 2160p @ 60 Hz latency is < 8 ms between encoder and decoder), Note: Overall latency may increase depending on network configurations | |
| Bandwidth | A | 4kp60 10 bit 4:2:2; 500-600Mbps, results may vary depending on network configuration and management settings. |
| B | 1080p60 10 bit 4:2:2; 150-250Mbps, results may vary depending on network configuration and management settings. | |
| Dante Ecosystem Friendly | Instant Dante Ecosystem compatibility with existing Dante-enabled products; Unified control of audio and video using Dante tools - Dante Controller | |
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Power switch
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LED: Power. Green-Board Powered and
Active -
LED: Codec. Green-Video Codec Active
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LED: System status: Green-All OK and
Synched; Red-Boot Failure; Amber:
Awaiting Sync -
LED: Error. Green-Software running;
Blinking Green- Identify command
activated; Red/Blinking Red-Software
fault; -
LED: SYNC. Green-Dante Clock Slave,
synched; Blinking Green-Dante Clock
Master; Red-Error achieving Sync;
Amber-Sync in progress -
LED: HDCP. Green-non HDCP video;
Blinking Green-HDCP protected video
content; Red-Invalid non- HDCP content;
Blinking Red-Failed HDCP negotiation;
Blinking Amber-HDCP negotiation in
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Serial port RS422 for PTZ camera
control. RJ45 -
IR RX connector; 2-pin 3.5 mm
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IR TX connector; 2-pin 3.5 mm
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USB OTG; Host computer Mouse (Only
transmitter, not activated) -
USB 2.0, use for keyboard
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USB 2.0, use for mouse
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Opertation LED Bar
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When use as encoder, HDMI 2.0 monitor
looping output -
When use as encoder, HDMI 2.0 input
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HDMI 2.0 output
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Ethernet 2: 1000BASE-T Ethernet port
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Ethernet 1: 1000BASE-T Ethernet port;
IEEE 802.3bt Type 3, PoE++ Class 6 -
DC power input (12V DC IN)
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HDMI cable secure mount
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12G-SDI output
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When use as encoder, HDMI 2.0 monitor
looping output -
When use as encoder, HDMI 2.0 input
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HDMI 2.0 output
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Ethernet 2: 1000BASE-T Ethernet port
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Ethernet 1: 1000BASE-T Ethernet port;
IEEE 802.3bt Type 3, PoE++ Class 4 -
Power switch
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LED: Power. Green-Board Powered and
Active -
LED: Codec. Green-Video Codec Active
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LED: System status: Green-All OK and
Synched; Red-Boot Failure; Amber:
Awaiting Sync -
LED: Error. Green-Software running;
Blinking Green- Identify command
activated; Red/Blinking Red-Software
fault; -
LED: SYNC. Green-Dante Clock Slave,
synched; Blinking Green-Dante Clock
Master; Red-Error achieving Sync;
Amber-Sync in progress -
LED: HDCP. Green-non HDCP video;
Blinking Green-HDCP protected video
content; Red-Invalid non- HDCP content;
Blinking Red-Failed HDCP negotiation;
Blinking Amber-HDCP negotiation in
progress -
Serial port RS422 for PTZ camera
control. RJ45 -
IR RX connector; 2-pin 3.5 mm
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IR TX connector; 2-pin 3.5 mm
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USB OTG; Host computer Mouse (Only
transmitter, not activated) -
USB 2.0, use for keyboard
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USB 2.0, use for mouse
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Opertation LED Bar
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When use as encoder, HDMI 2.0 monitor
looping output -
When use as encoder, HDMI 2.0 input
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HDMI 2.0 output
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Ethernet 2: 1000BASE-T Ethernet port
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Ethernet 1: 1000BASE-T Ethernet port;
IEEE 802.3bt Type 3, PoE++ Class 6 -
DC power input (12V DC IN)
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HDMI cable secure mount
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12G-SDI output
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When use as encoder, HDMI 2.0 monitor
looping output -
When use as encoder, HDMI 2.0 input
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HDMI 2.0 output
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Ethernet 2: 1000BASE-T Ethernet port
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Ethernet 1: 1000BASE-T Ethernet port;
IEEE 802.3bt Type 3, PoE++ Class 4
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Order Information
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| Item Number | SKU | Key Spec | Note |
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| A101E003A1 | D20H | HDMI 2.0 Output | Body |
| A101E001 | D20S | HDMI 2.0 and 12G-SDI Output | Body |
| L3030029 | B-RM11 | Dual Rack Mount Kit | Accessory, Optional |
| L3030030 | B-RM10 | Single Rack Mount Kit | Accessory, Optional |
| L3030031 | B-DR10 | Din Rail Mount Kit | Accessory, Optional |
| B102E001 | BL-PP97 | 97W High Power POE Power Supply Unit | Accessory, Optional |
| L7030010 | VCC-CC8MDP | RS232 8-Pin Mini Din to Phoenix Adapter | Accessory, Optional |
| L9190003 | VCC-RC-2 | IR Remote Controller | Accessory, Optional |
| L9060003 | VCC-P12-4 | 12VDC 4A Power Adapter | What's included, X1 |
| L7030005 | VCC-CC45RS | RS422/232 RJ45 Adapter | What's included, X1 |
| L3030032 | B-SM10 | Surface Mount Kit | What's included, X1 |
| L3030033 | B-BM10 | Base Mount kit | What's included, X1 |
| Thank you Card | What's included, X1 |
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