Z3 Technology CamL2-13 Dual-Camera Video Encoder Board – H.265/H.264, Camera Link & LVDS Input, PoE, GigE, 1080p60, SRT, STANAG 4609, Low Latency
The Z3 Technology CamL2-13 is a high-performance dual-camera video encoder Made in the USA and fully NDAA compliant, purpose-built for advanced imaging, surveillance, and defense applications. Designed to deliver high-quality, low-latency video streaming, the CamL2-13 supports Camera Link Base input through an SDR connector (up to 85 MHz pixel clock) for monochrome, RGB, and YUV formats (8–16 bit), as well as a KEL LVDS interface for thermal or visible cameras. Composite inputs are also supported for legacy video sources.
The encoder handles full HD 1080p at up to 60 fps, 720p at 60 fps, and standard definition (NTSC/PAL, VGA, CIF, QVGA) using H.265 (HEVC), H.264 (AVC), and MJPEG codecs. Output protocols include RTP, RTSP, MPEG-2 TS, RTMP/RTMPS, TSRTP, and SRT, ensuring seamless integration with defense, unmanned, and industrial video networks.
The CamL2-13 provides robust connectivity and control interfaces, including Gigabit Ethernet, PoE (802.3af/at), USB 2.0, Micro-HDMI, and RS-232/422/485. With audio I/O, SNMPv2/v3 network management, user authentication, and AES-128/192/256 encrypted SRT streaming, it delivers advanced cybersecurity and network reliability. Compliance with STANAG 4609 and MISB 0601/0604 standards, along with support for embedded KLV metadata and timestamp synchronization, enhances mission-critical performance in ISR and edge AI systems.
Compact and power-efficient, the CamL213 measures just 75 × 50 mm with a typical 4.5 W power draw, making it ideal for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), airborne surveillance, ground-based video analytics, and other edge computing imaging platforms requiring secure, NDAA-compliant U.S.-manufactured video processing hardware.
Features:
- Dual input support for Camera Link (SDR) and LVDS (KEL)
- H.265, H.264, MJPEG encoding up to 1080p60
- Compact board: 75 x 50 mm, only 4.5W power draw
- PoE 802.3af/at class 0 or 12V DC power input
- Cybersecure: SNMPv2/v3, AES-128/192/256 encryption
- Multiple output protocols: RTP, RTSP, RTMP, SRT, MPEG-2 TS
- Embedded KLV metadata support (MISB 0601/0604)
- STANAG 4609 compliance for defense applications
- Live video preview and GUI-based configuration
- Multicast and unicast streaming, SRT modes supported
- USB 2.0, RS-232/485/422, Micro HDMI, audio I/O
- API, ONVIF, HTTP/HTTPS, SSH control options
- Supports dual display output and picture-in-picture (PIP)
- AI-ready for edge analytics and real-time processing
Applications:
- ISR and tactical surveillance systems
- UAV/UAS video streaming and telemetry
- Border security and coastal monitoring
- Ground vehicle and PTZ camera integration
- Embedded video processing platforms
- Remote sensing and industrial inspection
- Defense and military video transmission
- Law enforcement and aerial monitoring
- Live broadcast over IP in low-bandwidth areas
| Camera1 Interface | Camera Link via SDR Connector |
|---|---|
| Camera Link Format | Base Configuration |
| Pixel Clock | Up to 85 MHz |
| Pixel Formats | Monochrome, RGB, YUV (8–16 bits) |
| Camera2 Interface | KEL LVDS (Thermal/Visible) |
| Composite Input | Yes |
| Additional Interfaces | GigE, USB 2.0, RS-485, RS-232, Micro HDMI, Audio In |
| Video Codecs | H.265, H.264, MJPEG |
| Encoding Resolutions | 1080p60, 720p60, NTSC/PAL, VGA, CIF, QVGA |
| Output Formats | RTP, RTSP, MPEG-2 TS, RTMP, RTMPS, TSRTP, SRT |
| Streaming Protocols | Unicast, Multicast, SRT (Caller, Listener, Rendezvous) |
| Encryption | AES-128, AES-192, AES-256 |
| Control Interfaces | HTTP/HTTPS Web GUI, API, SSH, ONVIF, Serial |
| Compliance | STANAG 4609, MISB 0601, MISB 0604 |
| Recording Options | USB 2.0, Micro-SD, Network File System |
| Display Modes | Dual Output or Picture-in-Picture (PIP) |
| Board Size | 75 x 50 mm (2.95 x 1.97 in) |
| Weight | 80g |
| Power Consumption | 4.5W typical (H.265, dual cameras) |
| Power Input | 12V DC or PoE (802.3af/at Class 0) |
