Encode and stream from your camera to up to 20 local or streaming locations to reach unlimited endpoints with the Serv 4K (2024) from Teradek. Updated in 2024, the Serv 4K has an improved OLED display, 50% quieter operation with better heat management, and better mounting options. It allows you to input up to DCI 4K60 4:2:2 video via HDMI or 12G-SDI ports, and it supports 10-bit HDR color. You can output encoded video via multiple methods, including Gigabit Ethernet, dual-band Wi-Fi, and 12G-SDI loop output for monitoring, and there are two USB-C ports that support optional cellular bonding using modems such as the Node 5G. The built-in SD card slot allows you to record your stream locally.

The Serv 4K can stream live to a web server or to the cloud, supporting Teradek's Core cloud, Teradek TV, Frame io, Sony's Ci Media Cloud, PIX, and more. It supports high-quality, low-latency HEVC and AVC compression for clear, high-resolution delivery. Support for 256-bit encryption provides military-grade security for your streams. Other features include timecode sync, run/stop flags, C2C integrations, filename sync, and a maximum bitrate of 45 Mb/s. Power the unit using DC input or via a separately available V-mount or Gold mount battery plate.

Collaboration
The Serv 4K lets you effortlessly stream encrypted, color-accurate, 10-bit 4:2:2 HDR video with up to DCI 4K60 resolution to local and remote stakeholders at the same time. See what the camera, editor, and colorist see from the first take through final color. Manage users in the cloud and communicate in real time with built-in voice chat and messaging tools.

Off-Set, On-Set, and Post-Production Streaming
Intuitive apps with easy, customizable monitoring tools
Critical resolution and color accuracy with low delay
Distribute secure, 256-bit encrypted streams
Display up to four camera feeds at once
Collaborate live via integrated messaging and voice chat
Timecode sync
Run/stop flags
Filename sync
Up to 45 Mb/s data rate
DCI-P3/PQ 2084 color space

Hardware
Serv 4K has been refreshed to offer better status and menu control directly from the device's OLED display. Heat management has also been completely re-designed to help it run up to 50% quieter. In production, the Serv 4K can be mounted directly to the camera or stationed at video village.

Scaling
Whether you have additional cameras to stream or you are shooting in a location without Wi-Fi, Teradek has all the hardware and cell data you need to scale your production. Add one, or all three, of these products depending on your needs.
Link AX
Node 5G Cellular Modem
Teradek Data SIM

Camera-to-Cloud Streaming
Metadata is captured from your camera. Teradek's Serv 4K and Serv Micro create color-accurate instant recordings in up to 10-bit 4K HDR. Content is sent to your cloud of choice to manage and share, giving productions the flexibility to operate within their established workflows. Supported cloud services include:
Teradek Core
Teradek TV
Frame.io
Sony Ci Media Cloud
PIX

Supported Cameras
Each camera manufacturer and each camera define their metadata differently. Teradek encoders must therefore parse the information coming out of the SDI feed and determine how to best pull the necessary information.