Matrox Maevex 5100 Series Encoder / Decoder Bundle

The Maevex 5100 Series Encoder / Decoder Bundle is a compact, enterprise-grade solution designed to deliver reliable Full HD video and audio over standard IP networks. These single-channel devices stream or record up to 1080p60 with user-defined low bitrates, ensuring superb picture quality while conserving network bandwidth. Ideal for digital signage, classroom broadcasting, corporate communications, and security monitoring, the Maevex 5100 family combines ease of use with advanced features that scale from small deployments to large, multi-site installations. With robust streaming capabilities, simple management, and flexible integration options, this bundle lets you distribute high-quality video wherever you need it, without the complexity or cost of traditional RF or dedicated fiber systems. Whether you’re powering a video wall, delivering live lectures, or circulating corporate updates across multiple rooms, Maevex brings reliable, scalable IP-based video distribution to your organization.

• The Maevex 5100 Series encoders and decoders can stream or record up to 1080p60 video and audio over a standard IP network at user-defined low bitrates for excellent quality and minimal network bandwidth consumption, making it perfect for campuses, offices, and retail environments where reliable video delivery matters.
• Includes a complete encoder/decoder pair in one cost-effective bundle, enabling quick deployments for multi-room video distribution, signage networks, lecture capture, and live-event broadcasting with synchronized playback across displays.
• Supports RTSP streaming and broad interoperability with leading VMS, NVRs, and media players, ensuring seamless integration into existing IT infrastructures across LAN, WAN, or cloud-connected networks.
• Designed for scalable deployments with intuitive Maevex software for centralized management, monitoring, firmware updates, and remote diagnostics across single devices or entire installations.
• Compact, robust hardware built for professional environments, offering secure access, easy integration with standard network gear, and long-life operation in education, enterprise, healthcare, and retail settings.

Technical Details of Matrox Maevex 5100 Series Encoder / Decoder Bundle

• Video resolution: Up to 1080p60 Full HD streaming over IP networks with user-defined bitrates to balance quality and bandwidth.
• Single-channel configuration: Encodes a single stream on the encoder side and decodes a single stream on the decoder side, suitable for focused distribution.
• Streaming protocol: RTSP/RTP streaming for compatibility with VMS, NVRs, and media players across LAN or WAN.
• Recording capability: Supports local recording of streams for archival purposes and later playback.
• Networking: Operates over standard Ethernet connections within enterprise-grade networks; supports management over the Maevex Console with remote access.
• Management and firmware: Centralized management, configuration, and firmware updates through Maevex software for unified control of multiple units.
• Physical and reliability: Compact, rugged form factor designed for installation in equipment racks or on desktops with reliable operation in demanding environments.
• Power and compatibility: Compatible with common power adapters and integrates with existing IT infrastructure and digital signage ecosystems.

how to install Matrox Maevex 5100 Series Encoder / Decoder Bundle

• Unpack the bundle and place the encoder and decoder on a stable surface or in a rack, near a suitable power source and a gigabit Ethernet switch for optimal performance.
• Connect the encoder to your network using an Ethernet cable and plug in power; do the same for the decoder in a location where the display or displays will be located.
• Power up both devices and use Maevex Manager (or the included setup utility) to discover them on the local network.
• Configure the encoder: set the streaming destination to the decoder's IP address, choose a target resolution up to 1080p60, adjust the bitrate for your available bandwidth, and enable recording if required.
• On the decoder, confirm the incoming stream, calibrate display outputs if you have multiple displays, and verify audio synchronization with video.
• Save the configuration and perform a live test across the LAN or WAN to ensure latency, picture quality, and audio alignment meet your application needs.

Frequently asked questions

• What is the maximum resolution supported?

  The Maevex 5100 Series supports up to 1080p60 for both encoding and decoding, delivering Full HD quality over standard IP networks.

• Can I record streams locally?

  Yes—the bundle supports local recording of streams for archival purposes and on-demand playback without requiring continuous network access.

• Which protocols are supported for streaming?

  The units support RTSP streaming over IP networks and are compatible with major VMS, NVRs, and media players that support RTSP/RTP.

• Is the setup complicated?

  Not. With the Maevex management software, discovery, configuration, and monitoring are streamlined, making it suitable for classrooms, corporate spaces, and remote installations.

• Can I manage multiple Maevex devices from a single interface?

  Yes. The Maevex software provides centralized management for multiple encoders and decoders, enabling scalable deployments and consistent settings across devices.

• What environments is this bundle ideal for?

  Ideal for education, corporate communications, digital signage, live event broadcasting, and security monitoring where reliable Full HD streaming over IP networks is required.