Z3Stream Z3Stream-01 User manual

User Instructions
Ultra-Compact H.264 Media Encoder and Streamer
Model Name: Z3Stream-01
Software Version 2.34
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Z3Stream User Instructions
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REVISION HISTORY
Version
Date
Change Note
Author
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04/11/2016
Original Z3Stream-01 Document
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06/16/2016
Updated Hardware Warranty Information. Minor grammar and
formatting updates.
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03
08/10/2016
Added additional information regarding RTP streaming. Updated
Troubleshooting section. Updated website in page footer. Minor
formatting updates.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 GENERAL DESCRIPTION.................................................................................................6
2.0 FEATURES ................................................................................................................7
2.1 Supported Input Resolutions .......................................................................................7
3.0 PACKAGE CONTENTS....................................................................................................8
4.0 OPERATING CONTROLS .................................................................................................9
5.0 GETTING STARTED WITH Z3STREAM ................................................................................ 10
5.1 Connect and Power Up the Encoder ............................................................................ 10
5.2 Find the Encoder on the Network Using ZFinder .............................................................. 11
6.0 CONFIGURING ENCODE............................................................................................... 13
6.1 HDMI Encoder Setup ............................................................................................... 13
6.2 Composite Encoder Setup ........................................................................................ 15
7.0 SET ENCODING OUTPUT.............................................................................................. 17
7.1 Stream UDP......................................................................................................... 17
7.2 Stream RTP/RTSP .................................................................................................. 20
7.3 Stream RTMP ....................................................................................................... 23
8.0 PERFORMING OTHER OPERATIONS WITH THE Z3STREAM-01 .................................................... 27
8.1 Change Frame Rate................................................................................................ 27
8.2 Adjust Aspect Ratio................................................................................................ 28
8.3 HDMI Pass-Through ................................................................................................ 29
8.4 Save Current Settings ............................................................................................. 30
8.5 Use the Password Feature ........................................................................................ 32
8.6 Set a Static IP Address ............................................................................................ 33
9.0 SUMMARY OF OPTIONS ............................................................................................... 35
9.1 The System Setup Tab ............................................................................................. 35
9.2 The User Presets Tab .............................................................................................. 36
9.3 The Status Tab...................................................................................................... 37
9.4 The Encode Tab .................................................................................................... 38
9.5 Values Appearing at the Bottom of All Tabs .................................................................... 42
9.6 ZFinder .............................................................................................................. 43
APPENDIX A: Configuring the Wowza Server for RTMP .............................................................. 44
APPENDIX B: Finding the IP Address of Your Computer.............................................................. 46
APPENDIX C: Troubleshooting ........................................................................................... 47
APPENDIX D: Warranty ................................................................................................... 49

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LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1 Z3Stream-01 Encoder Dimensions .............................................................................6
Figure 2 Z3Stream Package Contents ....................................................................................8
Figure 3 Rear and Front Views............................................................................................9
Figure 4 Power Up Connections for the Encoder..................................................................... 10
Figure 5 ZFinder with Z3Stream Selected............................................................................. 11
Figure 6 Z3Stream User Interface - Encoder Tab..................................................................... 12
Figure 7 HDMI Connection for Encoding ............................................................................... 13
Figure 8 Encoder Tab Configuration –HDMI........................................................................... 14
Figure 9 Composite Adapter Cable..................................................................................... 15
Figure 10 Composite Connection for Encoding ....................................................................... 15
Figure 11 Encoder Tab Configuration –Composite ................................................................... 16
Figure 12 Encoder Tab Configuration –UDP........................................................................... 18
Figure 13 VLC Open Network Stream Screen for UDP ............................................................... 19
Figure 14 Example of Z3 Video Streaming to VLC (UDP)............................................................ 19
Figure 15 Encoder Tab Configuration –RTP ........................................................................... 20
Figure 16 Finding your Encoder’s IP Address.......................................................................... 21
Figure 17 VLC Open Network Stream Screen for RTP ............................................................... 21
Figure 18 Example of Z3 Video Streaming to VLC (RTP) ............................................................ 22
Figure 19 Encoder Tab Configuration –RTMP ......................................................................... 24
Figure 20 Navigating to the Wowza Test Player ...................................................................... 25
Figure 21 Viewing Encoded Content on Wowza Test Player ........................................................ 26
Figure 22 Comparing 4:3 to 16:9 Aspect Ratio ....................................................................... 28
Figure 23 Pass Through Connection .................................................................................... 29
Figure 24 The User Presets Tab ......................................................................................... 30
Figure 25 Entering a User Preset Name ............................................................................... 30
Figure 26 Saving a User Preset.......................................................................................... 31
Figure 27 Changing the Password ...................................................................................... 32
Figure 28 Password Entry Screen....................................................................................... 32
Figure 29 Saving IP Address Settings ................................................................................... 33
Figure 30 Wowza Performance Settings ............................................................................... 44
Figure 31 Wowza Security Settings..................................................................................... 45
Figure 32 Using the Command Prompt to Determine Your PC’s IP Address ....................................... 46
Figure 33 Locating Your Computer’s IP Address ....................................................................... 46

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LIST OF TABLES
Table 1 Encode Quality Options with Resolutions.................................................................... 14

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1.0 GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Z3Stream encoder is a compact 98 x 81 x 21 mm (3.88 x 3.19 x 0.81 in) system that allows encode of
video at SD and HD resolutions up to 1080p60 through an HDMI input and encode of SD video through a
composite input. It also allows users to quickly stream video from either of those sources to the web or
internal clients/PCs via UDP, RTP, TSRTP, or RTMP.
The compactness, ease-of-use, and performance of this system makes it ideal for live event streaming,
corporate meetings and conferences, houses of worship, and remote location encoding.
Figure 1 Z3Stream-01 Encoder Dimensions
21 mm
81 mm
98 mm

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2.0 FEATURES
HD resolutions up to 1920x1080 including 1080i, 1080p60 and 720p
Standard Definition encoding for ISDB-T, DVB-H, and other standards
Video Inputs: HDMI, Composite
Outputs RTP, RTMP or MPEG-2 Transport Stream
On-board video scaler provides full screen resizing with all resolutions
DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) and DNS support
Limited RTSP support
HTTP-based configuration software for user-friendly configuration and control
Operating Temp: 0 to 50 degrees C at 20-80% relative humidity (non-condensing)
Storage Temp: -40 to 70 degrees C at 20-80% relative humidity (non-condensing)
Measurements: 98 x 81 x 21 mm (3.88 x 3.19 x 0.81 in)
Weight: 221 g (0.49 lb)
2.1 Supported Input Resolutions
1080p60, 1080p50, 1080i30, 1080i29.97, 1080i25, 720p60, 720p59.94, 720p50, 576p50, 576i25, 480p60,
480i30, 480i29.97, and CIF (352x240)

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3.0 PACKAGE CONTENTS
Z3Stream Encoder
5V Power Supply
HDMI Cable
Composite Adapter Cable
Ethernet Cable
Figure 2 Z3Stream Package Contents

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4.0 OPERATING CONTROLS
1: USB 2.0
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2: RS-232 Serial Port
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3: Status Lights
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4: Power Switch
1
Not currently supported by Z3Stream.
2
For advanced debugging purposes only. Not needed by typical
users.
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The status lights will blink depending upon the source that is being
encoded: HDMI or Composite (CVBS)
5: 5V Power
6: Composite Input
7: HDMI Output
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8: GigE
9: HDMI Input
5
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Pass through output only
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Non-HDCP content only
Figure 3 Rear and Front Views
FRONT VIEW
REAR VIEW

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5.0 GETTING STARTED WITH Z3STREAM
This section gives step-by-step instructions on using your PC to access the Z3Stream user interface. Here
you’ll be able to change the settings to fit your encoding needs. In addition to the Z3Stream encoder, a
Windows PC, a 5V power supply and an Ethernet cable are required.
5.1 Connect and Power Up the Encoder
(1) Connect an Ethernet cable directly from your PC to Ethernet on the back of the encoder. Your
encoder may also be connected through a hub or router on the same network as a PC. For your
initial set up, we recommend a direct Ethernet connection to a DHCP
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enabled PC.
(2) Connect the 5V power supply to +5V/2A on the encoder and plug into a power outlet.
(3) Turn on the Power switch. It will take 45-60 seconds to boot.
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Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. This enables the PC to dynamically receive an IP address at startup and allows
your PC to correctly communicate with a Z3Stream-01 with default manufacturing settings.
(1) Connect to
Ethernet
(2) Connect to
5V Power
(3) Turn
Switch on
Figure 4 Power Up Connections for the Encoder