Z3 Technology FV4K-13A 4K HDMI & Thermal Encoder for Sony FCB-ER9500 & FCB-ER8530 4K Block Cameras

Quick Overview
The Z3 Technology FV4K‑13A is a Made in USA, NDAA‑compliant 4K HDMI & Thermal Encoder for Sony 4K block cameras, built for industrial, defense, and AI vision applications.

Aegis Electronic Group, Inc. proudly offers the Z3 Technology FV4K-13A 4K HDMI & Thermal Encoder, a Made in the USA, NDAA-compliant video encoding solution designed for Sony FCB-ER9500 and FCB-ER8530 4K block cameras. Engineered for machine vision, aerospace, defense, and industrial imaging applications, the FV4K-13A delivers reliable performance and secure compliance for mission-critical environments.

This high-performance encoder supports HDMI, Micro-HDMI, Thermal LVDS, and Composite NTSC/PAL inputs, ensuring seamless integration with cameras from Sony®, FLIR®, DRS Technologies, and other leading manufacturers. With flexible power options including Gigabit Ethernet with PoE or DC input, the FV4K-13A is optimized for both fixed and mobile installations.

Delivering ultra-clear 4Kp30 and 1080p60 streaming, the FV4K13A features advanced compression technology with H.265 (HEVC), H.264, and MJPEG codecs. Users benefit from simultaneous streaming and recording, an intuitive web interface with live preview, and support for AI-driven workflows. Additional professional tools such as picture-in-picture mode, GPS/NTP data overlays, and KLV metadata embedding make it an ideal fit for intelligent vision systems.

Built to meet strict U.S. sourcing and cybersecurity standards, the FV4K-13A is manufactured in the United States and fully NDAA and TAA compliant, supporting ONVIF Profile S and T, FCC, and CE certifications. Its combination of American craftsmanship, advanced encoding performance, and military-grade compliance ensures unwavering reliability in demanding conditions.

Features:

  • 4K HDMI & Thermal Encoding
  • Gigabit Ethernet with PoE
  • Simultaneous Stream & Record
  • HTTP/HTTPS Web GUI with Live Video Preview
  • GPS/NTP Data Overlay and Timestamp
  • Picture-In-Picture & Dual Display Modes
  • AI Ready Video Encoder
  • H.264, H.265, and MJPEG Codec Support
  • ONVIF Profile S and T Compliant

Applications:

  • Aerospace Imaging
  • Defense Video Solutions
  • Healthcare Diagnostics
  • Industrial Automation
  • Robotics Vision Systems
  • Surveillance Operations
  • Unmanned Aerial and Ground Systems
Visible Camera FormatsSony FCB-ER8530, FCB-EW9500H and Micro HDMI
HD and SD IR FormatsRS170, NTSC/PAL and LVDS
RecordingTo either USB, Micro SD or NFS
Additional InterfacesGbE, Audio Input, RS-232, Micro-HDMI Passthrough, POE, Composite Output, Serial I/O (RS-232, RS-422, RS-485)
Video CodecsH.265 & H.264
Encoding Resolutions4Kp30, 1080p (up to 60fps), 720p, NTSC/PAL, VGA, CIF and QVGA
Output FormatsRTP, RTSP, MPEG-2 TS and RTMP
Features•    Easy-to-Use HTTP/HTTPS web GUI with live video preview •    Pass VISCA™ Camera Control Commands over IP
•    ONVIF® Profile S and T
•    Simultaneous Stream and Record
•    Overlay of GPS or NTP Data
•    SRT Modes Supported: Caller, Sender, Rendezvous & SRT Encryption
•    Pelco D PTZ Positioning
•    Absolute PTZ Support
•    Compatible with ZEUS® DMD-4K Video Decoder
•    Timestamp and KLV support through overlay or SEI data
Encoder Board Size75 x 50 x 33 mm (2.95 x 1.97 x 1.30 in)
Encoder Board Weight85g
Power Consumption4.5W
Power Supply12V DC PoE 802.3af/at class 0