Leightronix IncodeX Stream User manual

Manual Network Configuration
If your network does not use a DHCP server, obtain an approved static IP, subnet mask, and gateway from your network
administrator.
The IncodeX Stream uses a default static IP address of 169.254.31.2 if a DHCP server is not detected on the network.
Removing your DHCP enabled Windows PC from the network will cause the PC to default to a 169.254.x.x static
IP address. If the PC does not default to the static IP address of 169.254.x.x after doing this, contact your network
administrator or LEIGHTRONIX technical support for help setting up a static IP address on your PC.
Firewall Considerations
Connect the IncodeX Stream’s Ethernet port to the Ethernet
port on your laptop or PC with an Ethernet cable.
Open a web browser.
In the address bar, enter the IncodeX Stream’s default static
IP address, 169.254.31.2, and press enter.
In lowercase, enter “admin” into the “Username” field and
“stream” into the “Password” field of the login prompt. Click
“Ok” to login.
Stop the IncodeX Stream from encoding by clicking the
“Stop Encoder” button.
Select the “Static” mode from the first “Network Settings”
drop-down box.
Enter the IP, subnet mask, and gateway information into the
corresponding fields. NOTE: Be sure to write down your static
IP address in a known location so that it is available if needed.
This information will be required to access your IncodeX Stream’s
interface in the future.
Click the “Apply Settings” button. The IncodeX Stream will
automatically reboot to apply the network address changes.
Disconnect the Ethernet cable from your computer or laptop, and
then connect it to your network.
Network Configuration Support & Product Registration
Function Destination Port(s) Network Traffic
Conguration sync/
subscription validation license.leightronix.com 80 HTTP/TCP
DNS (name translation) 67.227.136.122 53 DNS/UDP
Time sync time.leightronix.com 123 NTP/UDP
VieBit live streaming Origin server* Origin port** UDP
* Check the VieBit “Live Streams” page and click “Info” for the origin server information.
** Check the VieBit “Live Streams” page and click “Info” for the origin port number.
© 2019 LEIGHTRONIX, INC. All rights reserved.
The information in this manual is subject to change without notice.
IncodeX Stream and VieBit are trademarks of LEIGHTRONIX, INC.
LEIGHTRONIX, INC.
1125 N Cedar Rd | Mason, MI 48854
Phone: [phone] or [phone] | Fax: [phone]
www.leightronix.com
2/4/19
Support
At LEIGHTRONIX, every customer of our standard product
line receives technical support at no extra charge. There are
no service contracts, no annual renewals, no allowances, no
deductibles, and no exclusions.
In addition to a 5 year hardware warranty, benets include
access to:
• Priority toll-free telephone support
• Email support
• Online support, desktop to desktop via Webex®
• Software updates
• Firmware updates
• Assistance with updates
Looking for rmware/software or additional documentation? Go
to www.leightronix.com/support.html to download important
updates and full product manuals.
Phone: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
2
Automatic Network Conguration
The IncodeX Stream is shipped with Dynamic Host Conguration Protocol (DHCP) enabled and will automatically
congure the unit with an IP, subnet mask, and gateway from your network’s DHCP server if available. This information
can be found on the “Live Streams” page of the VieBit account under “Info.”
2.a
2.b
2.c
2.d
2.e
2.f
2.g
2.h
2.i
PRODUCT QUICK GUIDE
Hardware Setup | Network Configuration | VieBit™ Login and Advanced Interface Settings
END-TO-END Solutions for
Broadcast & Streaming
For the IncodeX Stream to communicate outside of an internal network, your network needs to be configured using the
specifications below.

Rate Control
Further control the encoder’s data encoding bitrate with
the “Rate Control” drop down box. The size and overall
quality of the video stream is directly related to the bitrates
the encoder uses for encoding, as well as how much
bandwidth is required to deliver the stream to viewers.
Choose from constant bitrate (“CBR”) or variable bitrate
(“VBR”) as follows:
- CBR (Constant Bitrate) Encoding
CBR allows direct control of the encoding quality and
outbound bitrate of the video stream, but is better
suited for encoding video that does not contain a lot of
movement to prevent an overly large data stream.
-VBR (Variable Bitrate) Encoding
VBR automatically adjusts the selected video bitrate
during encoding, using higher bitrates during times
of high motion within the incoming video signal while
encoding the lower movement portions at lower video
bitrates. The selected video bitrate is treated by the
encoder as a target that the adjusted bitrates end up
averaging over a period of time. VBR encoding results
in a data stream that is smaller in size and requires less
bandwidth than if the video had been encoded at a
constant bitrate.
Anamorphic (Only Available for SD Resolutions)
Enable this option for a widescreen video signal encoded
at an SD resolution converted back to a 16:9 aspect ratio
in the VieBit video player.
Encoder Status
Select the enabled [ ] or disabled [ ]
buttons to start and stop your encoder’s streaming
service.
Edit Encoding Settings
Click the advanced settings button
[ ]to reveal the “Advanced Stream
Settings” popup window. The encoding settings are
used by your LEIGHTRONIX encoder to create the
live stream. After selections have been made, click
the save button [ ]to keep the changes or the
cancel button [ ]to cancel your choices. The
IncodeX Stream regularly checks with VieBit servers
and will automatically update when new encoding
settings are detected.
Stream Name
Type in a name for the stream, which will be displayed to viewers, above
the VieBit video player and on the stream’s selection button.
Description
To provide further information to viewers about the live stream, type a
description in this field. This description will be displayed under the VieBit
video player.
Poster
The image that will be displayed on the VieBit video player window until
viewers click the play button. Create a .jpg or .png image file in a third
party graphics program that is no smaller than 640px wide by 360px
high (default size of the video player) and no larger than 1920px wide by
1080px high (maximum full screen size of video player). Then upload
the image by clicking the “Poster” field’s browse button [ ] and
navigating to the image’s saved location. NOTE: A poster image larger
than the default video player size will be scaled down when the default
player is displayed.
Connect the video input
-If using a digital video source, connect to “SDI IN.”
-If using an analog video source, connect to “COMPOSITE IN.”
If using analog audio, connect the analog audio source to audio inputs “R” and “L.”
Using the included Ethernet cable, connect the IncodeX Stream Ethernet port directly to a cable or DSL
modem, or to a 100/1000 switch on your network. Once powered on, check your network connection
by looking at the Ethernet LEDs above the Ethernet port to conrm link status. NOTE: For optimal
performance, use a dedicated, broadband Internet business connection with your IncodeX Stream.
Connect the included power cable into the power cord receptacle of the IncodeX Stream then plug the
other end into a MAINS AC power source. NOTE: Use of an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) with the
IncodeX Stream is strongly recommended.
Press in the “1” on the power switch to power on the IncodeX Stream.
Edit Stream Information
Click the edit button [ ] on the panel of the encoder you wish to manage. On the corresponding “Edit Stream”
popup window, make changes to any of the following settings:
Hardware Setup
VieBit Login &Advanced Interface Settings
Advanced Settings Explained
Video Source
Choose either “Composite” or “SDI” (HD/SD-SDI signals)
to specify the type of video input signal being used.
Audio Source
Use the “Audio Source” drop-down menu to specify the
audio encode source as follows:
- If “Composite” is selected as the video source,
“Analog” audio will automatically be selected and cannot
be changed.
- If “SDI” is selected as the video source, choose either
“Analog” to encode analog audio or, if there is audio
embedded in your HD/SD-SDI video signal, select the
corresponding embedded two-channel audio pair.
Resolution
Choose a resolution for the live stream that maintains the aspect
ratio of the incoming video signal (4:3 or 16:9) to prevent image
distortion. The selected resolution should also be the same or
lower than that of the video source to maintain signal quality. As
the resolution increases, the bandwidth needed from the VieBit
account to deliver your stream will also increase.
Video Bitrate
Select a video bitrate that maintains the IncodeX Stream’s
incoming video quality at the selected resolution.
Audio Bitrate
Choose an audio bitrate that maintains the quality of your
audio source at the selected input signal.
H.264 Profile
Choose your encoder’s H.264 encoding compression
capabilities with the “H.264 Profile”drop down box.
- “Baseline” uses the fewest compression features and
is best used when viewing on legacy mobile devices is
necessary.
- “Main” offers a good balance between a quality video
stream and broad compatibility with mobile devices.
- “High” offers the highest quality video stream at the
selected bitrate. However, a “High” profile requires more
complex encoding and decoding, which will exceed the
capabilities of some mobile devices. It is best used for
desktop and laptop viewing.
yourhostname.viebit.com
DHCP Enabled
Alternate Static Configuration
IP: 169.254.31.2 Subnet Mask: 255.255.0.0
3
1
1.a
1.b
1.c
1.d
1.e
Logging Into VieBit
Your VieBit account host name can be found on the rear panel of your IncodeX Stream. Enter this host name into the
address bar of a web browser, then follow the steps below:
The VieBit live streaming account includes a custom streaming website for managing and displaying the audio
and video feed from your IncodeX Stream. Follow these steps to set up your VieBit live stream.
From your VieBit site’s home page, click “Login”
in the top right corner and enter your login
information.
To log in, refer to your Welcome to VieBit
email message for username and password
information.
To access live stream settings, click the “Live
Streams” menu option. A separate panel will
be displayed for each encoder associated with
your VieBit account.
3.a 3.b
3.c
Click “Site Administration” in the drop-down
menu under your username to access
administrative settings.

Manual Network Configuration
If your network does not use a DHCP server, obtain an approved static IP, subnet mask, and gateway from your network
administrator.
The IncodeX Stream uses a default static IP address of 169.254.31.2 if a DHCP server is not detected on the network.
Removing your DHCP enabled Windows PC from the network will cause the PC to default to a 169.254.x.x static
IP address. If the PC does not default to the static IP address of 169.254.x.x after doing this, contact your network
administrator or LEIGHTRONIX technical support for help setting up a static IP address on your PC.
Firewall Considerations
Connect the IncodeX Stream’s Ethernet port to the Ethernet
port on your laptop or PC with an Ethernet cable.
Open a web browser.
In the address bar, enter the IncodeX Stream’s default static
IP address, 169.254.31.2, and press enter.
In lowercase, enter “admin” into the “Username” field and
“stream” into the “Password” field of the login prompt. Click
“Ok” to login.
Stop the IncodeX Stream from encoding by clicking the
“Stop Encoder” button.
Select the “Static” mode from the first “Network Settings”
drop-down box.
Enter the IP, subnet mask, and gateway information into the
corresponding fields. NOTE: Be sure to write down your static
IP address in a known location so that it is available if needed.
This information will be required to access your IncodeX Stream’s
interface in the future.
Click the “Apply Settings” button. The IncodeX Stream will
automatically reboot to apply the network address changes.
Disconnect the Ethernet cable from your computer or laptop, and
then connect it to your network.
Network Configuration Support & Product Registration
Function Destination Port(s) Network Traffic
Conguration sync/
subscription validation license.leightronix.com 80 HTTP/TCP
DNS (name translation) 67.227.136.122 53 DNS/UDP
Time sync time.leightronix.com 123 NTP/UDP
VieBit live streaming Origin server* Origin port** UDP
* Check the VieBit “Live Streams” page and click “Info” for the origin server information.
** Check the VieBit “Live Streams” page and click “Info” for the origin port number.
© 2019 LEIGHTRONIX, INC. All rights reserved.
The information in this manual is subject to change without notice.
IncodeX Stream and VieBit are trademarks of LEIGHTRONIX, INC.
LEIGHTRONIX, INC.
1125 N Cedar Rd | Mason, MI 48854
Phone: [phone] or [phone] | Fax: [phone]
www.leightronix.com
2/4/19
Support
At LEIGHTRONIX, every customer of our standard product
line receives technical support at no extra charge. There are
no service contracts, no annual renewals, no allowances, no
deductibles, and no exclusions.
In addition to a 5 year hardware warranty, benets include
access to:
• Priority toll-free telephone support
• Email support
• Online support, desktop to desktop via Webex®
• Software updates
• Firmware updates
• Assistance with updates
Looking for rmware/software or additional documentation? Go
to www.leightronix.com/support.html to download important
updates and full product manuals.
Phone: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
2
Automatic Network Conguration
The IncodeX Stream is shipped with Dynamic Host Conguration Protocol (DHCP) enabled and will automatically
congure the unit with an IP, subnet mask, and gateway from your network’s DHCP server if available. This information
can be found on the “Live Streams” page of the VieBit account under “Info.”
2.a
2.b
2.c
2.d
2.e
2.f
2.g
2.h
2.i
PRODUCT QUICK GUIDE
Hardware Setup | Network Configuration | VieBit™ Login and Advanced Interface Settings
END-TO-END Solutions for
Broadcast & Streaming
For the IncodeX Stream to communicate outside of an internal network, your network needs to be configured using the
specifications below.

Rate Control
Further control the encoder’s data encoding bitrate with
the “Rate Control” drop down box. The size and overall
quality of the video stream is directly related to the bitrates
the encoder uses for encoding, as well as how much
bandwidth is required to deliver the stream to viewers.
Choose from constant bitrate (“CBR”) or variable bitrate
(“VBR”) as follows:
- CBR (Constant Bitrate) Encoding
CBR allows direct control of the encoding quality and
outbound bitrate of the video stream, but is better
suited for encoding video that does not contain a lot of
movement to prevent an overly large data stream.
-VBR (Variable Bitrate) Encoding
VBR automatically adjusts the selected video bitrate
during encoding, using higher bitrates during times
of high motion within the incoming video signal while
encoding the lower movement portions at lower video
bitrates. The selected video bitrate is treated by the
encoder as a target that the adjusted bitrates end up
averaging over a period of time. VBR encoding results
in a data stream that is smaller in size and requires less
bandwidth than if the video had been encoded at a
constant bitrate.
Anamorphic (Only Available for SD Resolutions)
Enable this option for a widescreen video signal encoded
at an SD resolution converted back to a 16:9 aspect ratio
in the VieBit video player.
Encoder Status
Select the enabled [ ] or disabled [ ]
buttons to start and stop your encoder’s streaming
service.
Edit Encoding Settings
Click the advanced settings button
[ ]to reveal the “Advanced Stream
Settings” popup window. The encoding settings are
used by your LEIGHTRONIX encoder to create the
live stream. After selections have been made, click
the save button [ ]to keep the changes or the
cancel button [ ]to cancel your choices. The
IncodeX Stream regularly checks with VieBit servers
and will automatically update when new encoding
settings are detected.
Stream Name
Type in a name for the stream, which will be displayed to viewers, above
the VieBit video player and on the stream’s selection button.
Description
To provide further information to viewers about the live stream, type a
description in this field. This description will be displayed under the VieBit
video player.
Poster
The image that will be displayed on the VieBit video player window until
viewers click the play button. Create a .jpg or .png image file in a third
party graphics program that is no smaller than 640px wide by 360px
high (default size of the video player) and no larger than 1920px wide by
1080px high (maximum full screen size of video player). Then upload
the image by clicking the “Poster” field’s browse button [ ] and
navigating to the image’s saved location. NOTE: A poster image larger
than the default video player size will be scaled down when the default
player is displayed.
Connect the video input
-If using a digital video source, connect to “SDI IN.”
-If using an analog video source, connect to “COMPOSITE IN.”
If using analog audio, connect the analog audio source to audio inputs “R” and “L.”
Using the included Ethernet cable, connect the IncodeX Stream Ethernet port directly to a cable or DSL
modem, or to a 100/1000 switch on your network. Once powered on, check your network connection
by looking at the Ethernet LEDs above the Ethernet port to conrm link status. NOTE: For optimal
performance, use a dedicated, broadband Internet business connection with your IncodeX Stream.
Connect the included power cable into the power cord receptacle of the IncodeX Stream then plug the
other end into a MAINS AC power source. NOTE: Use of an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) with the
IncodeX Stream is strongly recommended.
Press in the “1” on the power switch to power on the IncodeX Stream.
Edit Stream Information
Click the edit button [ ] on the panel of the encoder you wish to manage. On the corresponding “Edit Stream”
popup window, make changes to any of the following settings:
Hardware Setup
VieBit Login &Advanced Interface Settings
Advanced Settings Explained
Video Source
Choose either “Composite” or “SDI” (HD/SD-SDI signals)
to specify the type of video input signal being used.
Audio Source
Use the “Audio Source” drop-down menu to specify the
audio encode source as follows:
- If “Composite” is selected as the video source,
“Analog” audio will automatically be selected and cannot
be changed.
- If “SDI” is selected as the video source, choose either
“Analog” to encode analog audio or, if there is audio
embedded in your HD/SD-SDI video signal, select the
corresponding embedded two-channel audio pair.
Resolution
Choose a resolution for the live stream that maintains the aspect
ratio of the incoming video signal (4:3 or 16:9) to prevent image
distortion. The selected resolution should also be the same or
lower than that of the video source to maintain signal quality. As
the resolution increases, the bandwidth needed from the VieBit
account to deliver your stream will also increase.
Video Bitrate
Select a video bitrate that maintains the IncodeX Stream’s
incoming video quality at the selected resolution.
Audio Bitrate
Choose an audio bitrate that maintains the quality of your
audio source at the selected input signal.
H.264 Profile
Choose your encoder’s H.264 encoding compression
capabilities with the “H.264 Profile”drop down box.
- “Baseline” uses the fewest compression features and
is best used when viewing on legacy mobile devices is
necessary.
- “Main” offers a good balance between a quality video
stream and broad compatibility with mobile devices.
- “High” offers the highest quality video stream at the
selected bitrate. However, a “High” profile requires more
complex encoding and decoding, which will exceed the
capabilities of some mobile devices. It is best used for
desktop and laptop viewing.
yourhostname.viebit.com
DHCP Enabled
Alternate Static Configuration
IP: 169.254.31.2 Subnet Mask: 255.255.0.0
3
1
1.a
1.b
1.c
1.d
1.e
Logging Into VieBit
Your VieBit account host name can be found on the rear panel of your IncodeX Stream. Enter this host name into the
address bar of a web browser, then follow the steps below:
The VieBit live streaming account includes a custom streaming website for managing and displaying the audio
and video feed from your IncodeX Stream. Follow these steps to set up your VieBit live stream.
From your VieBit site’s home page, click “Login”
in the top right corner and enter your login
information.
To log in, refer to your Welcome to VieBit
email message for username and password
information.
To access live stream settings, click the “Live
Streams” menu option. A separate panel will
be displayed for each encoder associated with
your VieBit account.
3.a 3.b
3.c
Click “Site Administration” in the drop-down
menu under your username to access
administrative settings.

Manual Network Configuration
If your network does not use a DHCP server, obtain an approved static IP, subnet mask, and gateway from your network
administrator.
The IncodeX Stream uses a default static IP address of 169.254.31.2 if a DHCP server is not detected on the network.
Removing your DHCP enabled Windows PC from the network will cause the PC to default to a 169.254.x.x static
IP address. If the PC does not default to the static IP address of 169.254.x.x after doing this, contact your network
administrator or LEIGHTRONIX technical support for help setting up a static IP address on your PC.
Firewall Considerations
Connect the IncodeX Stream’s Ethernet port to the Ethernet
port on your laptop or PC with an Ethernet cable.
Open a web browser.
In the address bar, enter the IncodeX Stream’s default static
IP address, 169.254.31.2, and press enter.
In lowercase, enter “admin” into the “Username” field and
“stream” into the “Password” field of the login prompt. Click
“Ok” to login.
Stop the IncodeX Stream from encoding by clicking the
“Stop Encoder” button.
Select the “Static” mode from the first “Network Settings”
drop-down box.
Enter the IP, subnet mask, and gateway information into the
corresponding fields. NOTE: Be sure to write down your static
IP address in a known location so that it is available if needed.
This information will be required to access your IncodeX Stream’s
interface in the future.
Click the “Apply Settings” button. The IncodeX Stream will
automatically reboot to apply the network address changes.
Disconnect the Ethernet cable from your computer or laptop, and
then connect it to your network.
Network Configuration Support & Product Registration
Function Destination Port(s) Network Traffic
Conguration sync/
subscription validation license.leightronix.com 80 HTTP/TCP
DNS (name translation) 67.227.136.122 53 DNS/UDP
Time sync time.leightronix.com 123 NTP/UDP
VieBit live streaming Origin server* Origin port** UDP
* Check the VieBit “Live Streams” page and click “Info” for the origin server information.
** Check the VieBit “Live Streams” page and click “Info” for the origin port number.
© 2019 LEIGHTRONIX, INC. All rights reserved.
The information in this manual is subject to change without notice.
IncodeX Stream and VieBit are trademarks of LEIGHTRONIX, INC.
LEIGHTRONIX, INC.
1125 N Cedar Rd | Mason, MI 48854
Phone: [phone] or [phone] | Fax: [phone]
www.leightronix.com
2/4/19
Support
At LEIGHTRONIX, every customer of our standard product
line receives technical support at no extra charge. There are
no service contracts, no annual renewals, no allowances, no
deductibles, and no exclusions.
In addition to a 5 year hardware warranty, benets include
access to:
• Priority toll-free telephone support
• Email support
• Online support, desktop to desktop via Webex®
• Software updates
• Firmware updates
• Assistance with updates
Looking for rmware/software or additional documentation? Go
to www.leightronix.com/support.html to download important
updates and full product manuals.
Phone: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
2
Automatic Network Conguration
The IncodeX Stream is shipped with Dynamic Host Conguration Protocol (DHCP) enabled and will automatically
congure the unit with an IP, subnet mask, and gateway from your network’s DHCP server if available. This information
can be found on the “Live Streams” page of the VieBit account under “Info.”
2.a
2.b
2.c
2.d
2.e
2.f
2.g
2.h
2.i
PRODUCT QUICK GUIDE
Hardware Setup | Network Configuration | VieBit™ Login and Advanced Interface Settings
END-TO-END Solutions for
Broadcast & Streaming
For the IncodeX Stream to communicate outside of an internal network, your network needs to be configured using the
specifications below.