NVM-302E Network Video Encoder

The Q-SYS NVM-302E is a network HDMI encoder that comes pre-installed with a single-channel encode video app (that can be expanded with a dual-channel encode video app). Q-SYS NVM Series network video endpoints deliver high-quality, low-bandwidth network video at scale to a broad range of spaces for hospitality, entertainment, collaboration, government and more.

Note: This topic provides an overview of the NVM-302E. For complete specifications, installation documentation, and product drawings, see the NVM-302E product page on the Q-SYS website.

  • Q-SYS native video encoder

  • Mediacast AV routing paradigm enables high-quality, network efficient video distribution at scale

  • Supports resolutions up to 4K60 4:4:4

  • RS-232 and IR connectivity for third party device control

  • AV Bridging via USB-C (available in a future firmware update)

Tools related to NVM can be found in Q-SYS Designer Software under the Tools > NVM menu.

  • Use NVM Designer to accelerate the creation of an NVM system.

  • Use NVM Manager to configure and manage an existing NVM system.

Add the NVM-302E to your design Inventory from the Video category. The following components are available for the NVM-302E.

Standard Components

Related Components

Front Panel

  1. Power LED – Illuminates blue when the NVM is powered on.

  2. ID Button – Locates the NVM in Q-SYS Designer Software and Q-SYS Peripheral Manager.

  3. ID LED – Blinks green when placed into ID Mode via ID Button or Q-SYS Peripheral Manager.

Rear Panel

  1. LAN / PoE – RJ-45 connector, 2.5GbE, 802.3at Type 2 Class 4 (30W from PSE, 25.5W at NVM). For connection to Q-LAN. Note: For increased USB power, 802.3bt Type 3 Class 5 (45W from PSE, 40W at NVM) is also supported.

  2. HDMI In (x2) – HDMI 2.0 Input with support for HDCP 2.3 and HDCP 1.4.

  3. Reset Button – Use a paper clip, or similar tool, to press and hold the reset button for 10 seconds to reset the NVM to factory values.

  4. USB A (x2) – USB 3.0 Type A Host Port. Supports 5VDC (300mA total across all USB A and USB C ports with Type 2 Class 4 PoE, 900mA total with Type 3 Class 5 PoE).

  5. USB C – USB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5Gbps) Type C Host/Device Port, supporting DisplayPort Alt-Mode (DP 1.4 Source). Supports 5VDC (300mA total across all USB A and USB C ports with Type 2 Class 4 PoE, 900mA total with Type 3 Class 5 PoE).

  6. RS232 (x2) – Serial Transmit and Receive. Uses the black 3-pin Euro connectors

  7. IR TX Port (x2) – 3.5mm jack for connection to IR transmitter.

Category

Resolution

Frame Rate (Hz)

Chroma Sampling Level

Bit Depth

4K (UHD/DCI)

3840×2160, 4096×2160

23.976/24, 25, 29.97/30, 50, 59.94/60

4:4:4

8 bit

FHD/FHD+

1920×1080 (1080p), 1920×1200

23.976/24, 25, 29.97/30, 50, 59.94/60

4:4:4

8 bit

HD

1280×720 (720p)

23.976/24, 25, 29.97/30, 50, 59.94/60

4:4:4

8 bit

Ultrawide (21:9)

3440×1440, 2560×1080

23.976/24, 25, 29.97/30, 50, 59.94/60

4:4:4

8 bit

PC Resolutions

2560×1440, 2560×1600

60

4:4:4

8 bit

SD (NTSC)

720×480

29.97/30,59.94/60

4:4:4

8 bit

SD (PAL)

720×576

25, 50

4:4:4

8 bit

VGA

640 × 480

59.94/60

4:4:4

8 bit

Notes:

  • All video formats are progressive

  • 4:2:2 & 4:2:0 Chroma subsampling supported at some resolutions

  • Dual-input operation: When both HDMI inputs are encoding simultaneously, maximum accepted format is up to 4K30 4:4:4 per input.

  • Interlaced input supported: 1080i60 deinterlaced internally, encoded as 1080p30

  • Encoder scales based on the source and encoded stream settings.

For complete product specs, refer to the Specifications Sheet on the NVM-302E product page at qsys.com.