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HDMI audio support
Release 3.14.1 adds the ability to capture audio from non-HDCP protected HDMI sources on new systems built with
updated hardware. Simply add the HDMI source to your configured channel to include audio. (Older models cannot
capture HDMI audio. If your system has SDI ports, it supports HDMI audio.)
New Encoding / Streaming Features
48 kHz audio support
For greater flexibility and improved audio quality from digital sources, Standalone VGA Grid now supports 48 kHz audio
sampling.
Hardware acceleration for H.264 encoding
Standalone VGA Grid is capable of capturing and encoding up to 300 frames per second of HD video thanks to the
addition of hardware accelerated H.264 encoding. H.264 with hardware encoding is the default for new all channels,
but you may still use software encoding if needed for compatibility reasons.
Simplified H.264 video encoding presets
To make channel configuration even easier, H.264 encoding now has only two presets: hardware accelerated or
software encoding. These selections offer the best video capture possible while maintaining excellent performance
throughput.
Configurable EDID
Some situations require you to configure your Standalone VGA Gridso that it describes it's extended display
identification data (EDID) a particular way for maximum compatibility with your source. Starting with release 3.14.1, you
can upload custom EDIDs for VGA and DVI/HDMI sources, making Standalone VGA Grid report its video capabilities
exactly as you need.
New Recording Features
MP4 support
Recording your AV stream is even more flexible with the addition of MP4 recording support. Select from MOV, AVI, MP4
or MPEG-TS recording.
Other Changes
Improved channel configuration menu
Improvements to the channel configuration menu mean it's easier than ever to configure your channel. Sections have
been renamed and ordered in a logical sequence for channel setup. Start by selecting Sources, then configure
Encoding and Branding. Lastly setup Streaming and Recording.