AREC Media Stations
AREC Media Stations are embedded, all-in-one lecture capture devices that are made to capture, mix, switch, record, stream, and backup audio and video sources easily and efficiently. Depending on the model, they can support simultaneous recording of 2, 3, or 4 video channels and feature different input and output interfaces.
Intuitive and Versatile Control Options
AREC Media Station supports a wide range of control options: web-based Online Director (Chrome, Edge), touch-friendly Graphical User Interface, Mini Controller for Mobile Devices, physical control buttons, and RS-232/TCP commands among others.
Real-Time Assistant in Video Making
AREC Media Station streams mixed video to up to 2 platforms simultaneously, such as YouTube, Facebook, and other live broadcasting websites. AREC inbuilt tools like Online Director allow users to be in control of their video recording/streaming in real time. It lets users easily switch and mix different sources, add or remove logos, backgrounds, overlay graphics, and text titles for live production.
AV Recording with Metadata
With AREC Media Station, users have the flexibility to choose between two recording modes: 1 mixed mode (PGM video recording) or 1 mixed + 2/3/4 individual input sources recording mode (depending on the model). The recorded files include not only the video content but also metadata, keynotes, and thumbnails.
Available APIs for AREC Media Station make it easy to deliver all of the data seamlessly for CMS/LMS and center control systems integration.
Backup & Upload Your Recordings
During the working period, AREC Media Station can save recorded videos on its internal hard drive (depending on the model). To enhance security and user convenience, AREC Media Station can automatically back up and upload recordings to various systems, including AREC Media Center, FTP, SFTP, NAS, Google Drive, Opencast, Kaltura, Panopto, and other kinds of servers.
Management APP and Cloud Service
AREC’s hardware system is further optimized for hybrid usage via software options and API. To manage multiple devices conveniently, AREC offers the Station Manager software tool and a reliable public cloud service called ARECloud for remote management.
