Tascam VS-R265

The TASCAM VS-R265 is a robust, standalone 4K/UHD hardware encoder and decoder, purpose-built for professional AV over IP applications requiring reliable, high-quality live video streaming. Designed for corporate, educational, house of worship, and government environments, the VS-R265 offers full 4K (3840x2160p) video support with simultaneous recording, encoding, streaming, and decoding-without the need for an external computer. Supporting both H.264 and the more efficient H.265 (HEVC) video codecs, it delivers the same quality at half the bit rate, making it ideal for high-resolution streaming over standard networks.

Equipped with HDMI input/output, balanced and unbalanced audio connections, and compatibility with major streaming protocols (RTMP, RTSP, HLS, RTP), the VS-R265 can simultaneously stream to up to eight destinations-including three RTMP streams for multi-platform broadcasting. It features front-panel SD and USB recording slots, 17GB of internal storage, MP4 recording format support, and automatic FTP upload for backup and distribution. Its compact half-rack form factor, PoE+ power option, RESTful API for integration, and browser-based management via the TASCAM DISCOVERY app make the VS-R265 a flexible, powerful choice for demanding 4K streaming workflows.

• 4K Streaming and Recording: Streams, records, encodes, and decodes 4K/UHD video in real time with no external computer needed.

• Efficient Video Compression: Uses HEVC (H.265) for high-quality 4K streaming at reduced bitrates.

• Simultaneous Multi-Platform Streaming: Streams to up to three RTMP destinations and supports a total of eight simultaneous streams.

• Flexible Recording Options: Records directly to SD cards, USB drives, or internal storage with support for MP4 and TS formats.

• Reliable Continuous Recording: Automatically deletes old files when storage is full to ensure uninterrupted operation.

• Full Audio Integration: Supports analog and HDMI audio I/O with embedding and de-embedding capabilities.

• Network Ready with Remote Control: Features web-based remote management and RESTful API for integration into AV control systems.

• Compact and Standalone: Half-rack size with included mounting brackets and support for PoE+ power supply.

• Designed for Professional Use: Ideal for corporate, education, worship, government, and security live streaming setups.

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS:

• 4K UHD hardware encoder decoder and recorder

• Standalone unit no external computer required

• Simultaneous recording encoding streaming and decoding

• Records to USB SD card and 17GB internal storage

• MP4 and TS recording formats

• Web GUI and TASCAM DISCOVERY app for remote management

• RESTful API for integration with control systems

• PoE Plus Class 4 and optional AC adapter TASCAM PS P1220E

• Dimensions 214 x 44.5 x 136.1 mm

• Weight 850 grams

• Power consumption 12.2W

• Operating temperature 0 to 40 degrees Celsius

VIDEO SPECIFICATIONS:

• HDMI input HDMI v1.4a Type A

• HDMI output HDMI v2.0 Type A

• Supported input resolutions up to 3840 x 2160p 30 fps

• Encoding formats H.264 and H.265

• Encoding bitrates 500k to 30M bps

• Encode scaling resolutions passthrough to 320 x 180p

• Frame rate limiting on off

• Key frame interval 0.25 to 16.5 seconds or 3 to 1000 frames

STREAMING SPECIFICATIONS:

• Supported protocols RTMP RTMPS RTSP HLS RTP UDP

• Up to 8 simultaneous streams

• 3 x RTMP RTMPS

• 1 x RTSP

• 1 x HLS

• 2 x RTP UDP Unicast

• 1 x RTP UDP Multicast

AUDIO INPUT AND OUTPUT SPECIFICATIONS:

• Balanced input Euroblock +4dBu to +20dBu 10k ohm impedance

• Unbalanced input 3.5mm stereo mini jack minus 10dBV to +6dBV 10k ohm impedance

• Balanced output Euroblock +4dBu to +20dBu 200 ohm or lower impedance

• Unbalanced output 3.5mm stereo mini jack minus 10dBV to +6dBV 200 ohm impedance

• Output volume minus infinity to +6dB in 1dB steps

• Audio codec AAC 64k to 512k bps 32k 44.1k 48kHz

RECORDING SPECIFICATIONS:

• Recording media USB SD SDHC Internal storage

• Max internal file size 17GB

• Recording formats MPEG2 TS MPEG4

• Recording bitrates 500k to 30M bps

• Continuous recording with auto file deletion when storage is full

CONTROL AND CONNECTIVITY:

• Ethernet RJ45 supports Gigabit 1000BASE T

• Supports TCP IP UDP HTTP

• USB Type A 4 pin USB 2.0 and USB 3.0

AUDIO PERFORMANCE:

• AD converter distortion 0.002 percent SNR 102dB

• DA converter distortion 0.00035 percent SNR 130dB

• Analog to HDMI performance frequency response 20Hz to 16.5kHz distortion 0.008 percent SNR 94dB dynamic range 95dB crosstalk 90dB

• HDMI to analog performance frequency response 20Hz to 16.5kHz distortion 0.007 percent SNR 113dB balanced 109dB unbalanced dynamic range 96dB crosstalk 100dB

INCLUDED ACCESSORIES:

• VS R265 unit

• USB flash drive with TASCAM DISCOVERY and manual

• Installation brackets x2

• Euroblock plugs x4

• Cable band kit

• Owners manual with warranty