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Epiphan Webcaster X2

BH #EPESP1382 • MFR #ESP1382
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Epiphan Webcaster X2
Key Features
  • Facebook Live and YouTube Live Encoder
  • HDMI Input
  • Stream over Ethernet or Wi-Fi
  • Easy to Set up for Streaming
Expanding the streaming abilities of the previous generation X1 boxes, the Epiphan Webcaster X2 can broadcast to either YouTube Live or Facebook Live. Plug in your camera, switcher, or other HD video source via HDMI, connect to a local area network via Wi-Fi or hardwired Ethernet, and set up your stream by pairing the device to your relevant streaming accounts. The front display shows streaming status and pairing codes for setup. For additional tweaking, plug the HDMI output into a monitor and connect a separately available mouse or keyboard to the onboard USB ports. To keep things easy, the Webcaster X2 will automatically configure the H.264 encoding bit-rate for optimal performance based on the streaming platform and output resolution.
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Epiphan Webcaster X2 Overview

Expanding the streaming abilities of the previous generation X1 boxes, the Epiphan Webcaster X2 can broadcast to either YouTube Live or Facebook Live. Plug in your camera, switcher, or other HD video source via HDMI, connect to a local area network via Wi-Fi or hardwired Ethernet, and set up your stream by pairing the device to your relevant streaming accounts. The front display shows streaming status and pairing codes for setup. For additional tweaking, plug the HDMI output into a monitor and connect a separately available mouse or keyboard to the onboard USB ports. To keep things easy, the Webcaster X2 will automatically configure the H.264 encoding bit-rate for optimal performance based on the streaming platform and output resolution.

Live Monitoring
Monitor your live video and see viewer comments and reactions in real time. Simply connect a display to the Webcaster X2's HDMI out port.
Stream to Facebook Live or YouTube Live
Webcaster X2 streams your live video to your choice of Facebook Live or YouTube Live. Switching between them is simple, and Webcaster X2 remembers all your settings for both YouTube and Facebook Live.
Streaming Controls
Choose to stream to your Facebook Timeline or any Group, Event or Page you administer. On YouTube, choose to stream live now, or publish to a scheduled event. Connect a mouse and monitor to Webcaster X2 using the onboard I/O for additional configuration options and greater control.
Hassle-Free Encoding
Set up is easy with a simple device code to pair it to your accounts, the rest is done for you—the device comes pre-configured with optimal H.264 encoding settings for YouTube and Facebook Live streaming.
Quick Features
Create a high-quality audio video live stream for Facebook Live (720p) or YouTube (1080p)
Stream audio and video from cameras, mixers, displays, switchers over Ethernet or Wi-Fi to your live audience
Pick from Facebook destinations like your Timeline, Events, Groups, and Pages, or from YouTube Stream Now and scheduled events.
Perfect for weekly shows, single live events, and continuous 24/7 live streams

Epiphan Webcaster X2 Specs

Video Inputs
1 x HDMI Type A
Resolution Support
1080p 30/60
720p 30/60

Note: Interlaced signals and other frame rates not supported
Audio Input
Embedded HDMI audio
Video Output
1 x HDMI Type A
Streaming
Codec: H.264
Bit-Rate:
Default: 2000 Kb/s
Optional: 1000/2000/3000/4000 Kb/s
Keyframe Interval: 2 seconds
Frame Rate: 30 fps
Chroma Subsampling: 4:2:0
Output Resolution:
720p 30 (default)
1080p 30 (maximum)
Audio Codec: AAC
Audio Bit-Rate: 128 Kb/s
Audio Sample Frequency: 44.1 kHz
Network Connection
Local: 1 x RJ-45
Wi-Fi: 2.4 GHz, 802.11 b/g/n
Dimensions
4.6 x 4.9 x 1" / 11.7 x 12.4 x 2.5 cm
Weight
0.6 lb / 272 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.865 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
6.45 x 5.9 x 3.45"

Epiphan Webcaster X2 Reviews

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Is there something newer like this? Does it ...

Is there something newer like this? Does it stream to Vimeo?
Asked by: Jim
Does not transmit to Vimeo. As I'm aware by now. If you mean by a X3 version, there's not a newer one yet.
Answered by: Victor
Date published: 2020-03-18

Does the epiphany webcaster x2 work with Canon ...

Does the epiphany webcaster x2 work with Canon dslr 80D?
Asked by: Adonai
It will accept any 1080P30 or 720P30 signal. So if your camera is outputting anything other than that, you will need to convert it. I highly recommend the DECIMATOR MD-HX Miniature HDMI/SDI Cross Converter with Scaling & Frame Rate Conversion. I use one to convert the 1080i output of my switcher to 720P for streaming to Facebook with the Ephiphan Webcast X2 in two installations.
Answered by: Stuart
Date published: 2020-02-27

Has the product been updated for the new RTMPS ...

Has the product been updated for the new RTMPS protocol Facebook is now requiring for live stream?
Asked by: David
AS far as we know yes. The unit has been used every week for the past 6 months for an hr long live stream on a Facebook. Unit has updated at least twice. No issues whatsoever. We get a lot of compliments on picture quality of the stream.
Answered by: Anonymous
Date published: 2019-12-01

I stream from facebook live via groups in a ...

I stream from facebook live via groups in a business page. Will I be able to stream to specific groups?
Asked by: Jason
The right answer is, there are several roles with the Role Assignment on your FB page that will allow others within your organization to stream. It is an important note that they understand in the settings they need to choose that is the Business Page they select not their own and they choose Public (if that is your wish) so that people who follow the page or not will able to view the content live or later.
Answered by: Joe
Date published: 2019-11-07

Can it stream the same time to YouTube and ...

Can it stream the same time to YouTube and Facebook Live?
Asked by: Ralfs
No.
Answered by: Anonymous
Date published: 2019-05-30

Is it compatible with Cannon XA11? Will camera ...

Is it compatible with Cannon XA11? Will camera still record to SD card while being used to stream?
Asked by: Ashton
Epiphan Webcaster X2 compatible with Canon XA11. You need atomos full to mini hdmi coiled cable (https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1065083-REG/atomos_atomcab008_1_x_coiled_mini.html) Yes. Camera still record to Full HD - SD card, to 4K - CFast2.0 (https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?ci=1097&N=4093113320+3769027376&origSearch=CFast+2.0) while being used to stream.
Answered by: Serge
Date published: 2019-04-10

Does this works with a Canon XA30? Its output to ...

Does this works with a Canon XA30? Its output to an SD card is 1080p, but I don't know if that changes when using an HDMI output.
Asked by: marc
The Canon XA30 will work with the Webcaster X2. The XA30 is able to output 1080p or 720p for use with the X2.
Answered by: Joseph
Date published: 2019-02-24

Will this work with a Canon C100 II?

Will this work with a Canon C100 II?
Asked by: Aaron
The C100 Mark II is able to output both 1080p and 720p at 60fps. It should work well with this streaming device.
Answered by: Joseph
Date published: 2019-02-07
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