Description
CUBE R1
Why Do We Need a CUBE R1 Recorder System?
Kiloview CUBE R1 is an award-winning NDI recorder system designed to capture and store high-quality video content from multiple NDI video sources. With its user-friendly design, CUBE R1 is ideal for on-the-go recording in live events, post-production and content creation scenarios. It supports simultaneous multi-channel NDI recording with custom layouts, providing compatibility with a wide range of NDI formats. This recorder system offers flexible recording formats and storage options, enabling users to save their footage in the expected quality and file type. With its user-friendly interface and reliable performance, Kiloview CUBE R1 is a valuable tool for professional live event organizers and content creators seeking efficient video recording solutions for high-profile post-production
Up to 9-CH NDI Sources Recording, Any Resolution, Any Format
CUBE R1 supports 1/4/9 channels of high-definition synchronized recording, equipped with multiple storage strategies, including local alternation, dual-disk backup, and network drive backup. This ensures effective prevention of data loss and quick data recovery when necessary. Recording files are saved directly in .mov format, making them easy for subsequent video editing and playback. It also supports NAS storage, or integration with SSDs, Thunderbolt, and other storage systems, as well as external Thunderbolt and USB 3.0 expansion storage. The device will automatically detect all NDI streams within the same network segment or across different segments, enabling easy drag-and-drop recording.

Flexible Recording Formats Selection: Compressed or Uncompressed*
CUBE R1 offers flexible formats of recorded files. When working with uncompressed videos, you can keep all files in original NDI formats to keep your content intact. CUBE R1 also supports popular codecs such as H.265 and H.264, so you can transcode your recorded files to make the most of your space with amazing video quality.

Plug-and-Play, Non-stop Recording
CUBE R1 is a turnkey solution offering plug-and-play operation, it supports non-stop recording by being equipped with dual hot-swappable SSD slots. The safety lock switch ensures the whole process is safe and stable.

Reliable Kiloview Storage Stick
CUBE R1 records files to this reliable Kiloview storage stick. It has two choices of capacities that best fit the needs of your production.
Kiloview Storage Stick is a high-capacity industrial-grade Solid State Drive encased in a protective shell to ensure stability, reliability and durability in a consistent working environment. Each Kiloview SSD has run its stress testing along with CUBE R1 to keep it stable and outstanding.
CUBE R1 must work together with Kiloview Storage Stick (sold separately).
Record in Synchronization Status
CUBE R1 supports a self-defined NTP Server to make sure all the NDI sources are recorded in synchronized status.
One-click Recording is supported, with one single press, easy the way of recording.
Record and Real-time Playback
CUBE R1 offers a powerful feature that allows you to record and playback content at the same time. You can watch the recorded video on the LCD screen without interrupting the recording process. The playback options are flexible, including fast forward, slow forward, fast rewind, slow rewind, and frame-by-frame viewing (supports Full NDI), all controllable via on-panel buttons or a physical knob.
The Line out port lets you monitor the audio during recording, ensuring the sound quality is right and allowing adjustments on-site. It also provides an accurate reference for post-editing. Whether you're a professional or an enthusiast, the CUBE R1 is a high-performance recording device worth recommending.
Touch Screen One-Button Operation
A built-in LCD touch-screen allows users to start/pause the recording and monitor the status of storage and performance information that might affect the recording quality and process. User-centered buttons and control knobs also deliver better interaction experiences.
Various Multiview Layouts for Monitoring
1/4/9 multiview layouts are available for your choice. You can display/hide preview images/VU meters.
Customizable overlays for each window: Audio levels, Tally status, Current Bitrate, Synchronization Status, Source Names.

Safety Guaranteed
- CUBE R1 is an independent recorder, we guarantee your videos are recorded continuously, correctly, completely, and independently.
- Recording Quality Safety: Once a file gets full, the recorder will record the next file automatically to avoid losing frames.
- Operation Safety: In order to avoid misoperation and missing valuable recording sources, the system will be LOCKED during recording. Once locked, the system needs DOUBLE confirmation to unlock and pause.
Record in the Fixed Length / Size
You can choose to save the recording files in a fixed time length or a fixed file size.
Once a file gets full, the recorder will immediately record it to the next file automatically. No worries about losing frames.
With the new CUBE R1 features, now you can schedule when to start and stop the recording.

Label Your Sources
You can also freely label your video/audio sources to identify each of them.
You can easily customize the naming of your recordings to suit your needs, making organization and management hassle-free.

Ethernet and SFP modules are more flexible.
Half of the 2U rackmount design is more professional.
Reinforcement design, better stability.
HDMI* and USB port, convenient for operation.
*: Coming soon with free future update.
More reliable data bandwidth
CUBE R1 Appearance
R1 Rack Equipment Rendering
A compact 2U architecture, where two R1 units seamlessly combine to form a complete 2U chassis. Recording capacity can be expanded as needed, effortlessly meeting personalized recording requirements. Tailored for the AV industry and encoder enthusiasts.
Applications
Reliable recording and post-production across broadcasting, sports, education, conferencing, medical, enterprise, etc.

Tech Specs
Model No. | CUBE R1 |
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Recording Capacity | NDI HB Standalone Recording: 4KP60: 4 channels 1080P60: 9 channels Record and Playback Simultaneously: 4KP60: 1 channel 1080P60: 4 channels Transcoding + Standalone Recording: 4KP60: 1 channel 1080P60: 4 channels Transcoding + Record and Playback Simultaneously: 4KP60: 1 channel 1080P60: 1 channel NDI HX |
Local Dual-Drive Recording Capability | NDI|HB Standalone Recording: 4KP60: 4 channels 1080P60: 4 channels Record and Playback Simultaneously: 4KP60: 1 channel 1080P60: 4 channels Transcoding + Standalone Recording: 4KP60: 1 channel 1080P60: 4 channels Transcoding + Record and Playback Simultaneously: 4KP60: 1 channel 1080P60: 1 channel NDI|HX |
NAS Recording | NDI|HB Standalone Recording: 4KP60: 1 channel 1080P60: 4 channels Record and Playback Simultaneously: 4KP60: 1 channel 1080P60: 4 channels Transcoding + Standalone Recording: 4KP60: 1 channel 1080P60: 4 channels Transcoding + Record and Playback Simultaneously: 4KP60: 1 channel 1080P60: 1 channel NDI|HX |
Streaming Protocol | NDI High-Bandwidth/NDI HX2/NDI HX3 |
File Encoding Format | Video: Native NDI SpeedHQ SHQ0/SHQ2/SHQ7 formats H.264/AVC encoding H.265/HEVC encoding Supports SpeedHQ to H.264/H.265 encoding format conversion Audio: |
Max Resolution | Up to 4KP60 |
Storage | 2*Kiloview Storage Stick (Optional 1TB/2TB industry-grade NVMe SSD) |
Display | 1/4/9 multi-screen video preview, recording status display, playback, etc. |
Recording Strategy | By length or file size |
Recording Format | .MOV |
Control Knob | 1: support Backward/Forward and press to Pause/Resume |
Buttons | 6: support record, stop, play, home/return, backward skip, forward skip. |
Ports | 2*10GbE SFP+ fiber Ethernet 1*1GbE RJ-45 Ethernet 1*HDMI 2.0 output 2*USB 2.0 Type-A 1*3.5mm TRS audio line in/out |
Cooling | Built in dual cooling fans and large ventilation mesh design, the entire machine relies on active air cooling to dissipate heat |
Network | 2*10GbE SFP+ Fiber Ethernet 1*1GbE RJ-45 Ethernet |
CPU | 8 cores 64-bit |
RAM | 12GB |
Power Supply | Redundant power, 100~230V AC |
Operating System | Linux |
Power Consumption | ≥20W |
Working Temperature | -20~50°C / 14°F~131°F |
Storage Temperature | -20~50°C / -4°F~149°F |
Management | Web |
Dimensions (mm) | 220*231.45*88mm, half width of 2U rackmount chassis |
Weight | 1.88kg |
Recording performance (Based on software version 0.01.0022) | 4KP60 | 1080P60 | |
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Original NDI Codec Recording | NDI High Bandwidth | 4-channel | 9-channel |
NDI HX | 9-channel | 9-channel | |
Transcode while recording | Transcode NDI High Bandwidth format to NDI HX or H.264/H.265. | 1-channel | 4-channel |
*: CUBE R1 has achieved the recording performance shown in the table at this stage, and subsequent upgrades will continue to be updated.
The recording and playback function is being improved and will be updated with the latest news.
Quick Comparison of our NDI Series
Product Type | Product No. | NDI Codec Capability | Video I/O Connectivity | Resolution | Notes |
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NDI Bi-Directional Converter |
N6 | NDI High Bandwidth/NDI HX | HDMI | 1080P60 | |
N5 | NDI High Bandwidth/NDI HX | 3G-SDI | 1080P60 | ||
N50 | NDI High Bandwidth/NDI HX | 12G-SDI | 4KP60 | ||
N60 | NDI High Bandwidth/NDI HX | HDMI | 4KP60 | SRT Support | |
N3 | NDI High Bandwidth | 3G-SDI | 1080P60 | ||
N30 | NDI High Bandwidth | 12G-SDI | 4KP60 | ||
N40/N40 Plus | NDI High Bandwidth | HDMI | 4KP60 | ||
NDI Wireless Encoder | N1 | NDI HX | SDI | 1080P60 | WiFi supported, Battery Built-in |
N2 | NDI HX | HDMI | 1080P60 | WiFi supported, Battery Built-in | |
NDI Encoder | E3 | NDI HX | SDI+HDMI | 4KP30 in HDMI, 1080P60 in SDI | |
U40 | NDI High Bandwidth/NDI HX | HDMI | 4KP60 | ||
E1 | NDI HX | SDI | 1080P60 | ||
E2 | NDI HX | HDMI | 1080P60 | ||
NDI Decoder | D350 | NDI High Bandwidth/NDI HX | SDI+HDMI | 4KP60 | |
D260 | NDI HX | SDI+HDMI | 1080P60 |
Bitrate Reference | ||||
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Protocols | NDI High Bandwidth | NDI|HX | NDI|HX2 | NDI|HX3 |
Bitrate | 100~250Mbps | 8~20Mbps | 1~50Mbps | ~80Mbps |
one hour | 43~109GB | 3.5~8.7GB | 0.4~21GB | ~35GB |
1TB | ||||
Single channel | ~24 hours | ~105hours | ~43 hours | ~26 hours |
Four channels | ~6 hours | ~26 hours | ~10 hours | ~6.5hours |
Nine channels | ~2.5hours | ~12 hours | ~5 hours | ~3 hours |
2TB | ||||
Single channel | ~48 hours | ~210 hours | ~86hours | ~54hours |
Four channels | ~12 hours | ~52hours | ~20 hours | ~13 hours |
Nine channels | ~5 hours | ~24 hours | ~10 hours | ~6 hours |
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