CNDLive Manager Max · Bonding server / decoder / stream matrix
CNDLive Manager Max Bonding Server & 4K Decoder
The hardware hub for CNDLive bonding, decoding and IP stream routing. Manager Max gives production teams a compact server for X1 bonding workflows, centralized device management, stream matrix routing and direct HDMI or 3G-SDI decoding.
When do you need CNDLive Manager Max?
Use Manager Max when you need a dedicated hardware point for bonding workflows, centralized CNDLive device management, stream routing and direct decoding to HDMI or 3G-SDI.
X1 bonding server
Deploy Manager Max as the hardware server side of X1 4G bonding contribution workflows.
Stream routing and conversion
Use the stream matrix to route, switch and convert IP streams across multiple destinations and protocols.
Direct video decode
Decode IP streams directly to HDMI 4Kp60 or 3G-SDI for monitors, switchers, displays and production systems.
Bonding and stream matrix workflow
Manager Max sits at the control and receive side of the CNDLive ecosystem. It receives device streams, manages routing and can output decoded video directly into production hardware.
Decoding, protocol support and centralized management
Manager Max is designed for production environments where a single hardware unit needs to receive, route, decode and manage multiple IP video workflows.
Hardware and output
Protocols and ecosystem
A dedicated hardware layer for bonding and IP video control.
Software-based routing and decoding can work in small setups, but production teams often need a dedicated hardware endpoint for receiving bonded streams, managing devices and outputting video into real production chains.
Manager Max gives CNDLive workflows a physical control and decode point: receive bonded X1 streams, manage device contribution, route protocols and decode directly to HDMI or SDI.
Why it fits ProMediaIT projects
- Hardware bonding server for CNDLive X1 live contribution workflows.
- Centralized management platform for CNDLive devices.
- Stream matrix for routing devices and IP streams to destinations.
- Direct 4Kp60 HDMI and 3G-SDI decoding outputs.
- Support for NDI HX2/HX3, SRT, RTMP/RTMPS, HLS, TS over UDP and RTSP.
- Compact 1U half design for rack, studio and live production environments.
Key features
Manager Max brings bonding, decoding, stream routing and management into one compact hardware platform for professional live production and AV-over-IP environments.
Bonding server
Use Manager Max as the hardware receive and server side for CNDLive X1 bonding workflows.
4K HDMI decoding
Decode IP video streams to HDMI 2.0 output up to 3840×2160p60.
3G-SDI decoding
Output decoded video through 3G-SDI up to 1920×1080p60 for production workflows.
Stream Matrix
Route, switch and convert between device streams, IP streams and multiple output destinations.
Protocol flexibility
Support NDI HX2/HX3, SRT, RTMP/RTMPS, HLS, TS over UDP and RTSP workflows.
Compact hardware
1U half-width design with 2.0" LCD, physical buttons, dual Ethernet and WebUI management.
Where CNDLive Manager Max works best
Manager Max is most useful where CNDLive devices, bonded contribution, protocol routing and hardware decoding need to work together as one managed system.
Remote production
Receive bonded X1 streams and decode or route them into production systems.
Broadcast contribution
Use SRT, NDI HX and hardware decoding for contribution paths and studio receive workflows.
Live events
Centralize device management and route multiple IP video streams during event production.
Corporate AV
Manage IP video sources and decode to HDMI or SDI for displays, switchers and production rooms.
Education
Support campus AV-over-IP, lecture capture and distributed production workflows.
House of worship
Receive remote feeds, route streams and decode video for sanctuary, overflow and online production.
Technical specification
| Product | CNDLive Manager Max Bonding Server & 4K Decoder |
|---|---|
| Core function | Hardware bonding server, decoder, stream matrix and centralized management solution for CNDLive IP video workflows |
| Video interfaces | 1× 3G-SDI, 1× HDMI 2.0 |
| HDMI decoding output | 3840×2160p60/50/30/25/24, 1080p60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25/24/23.98, 1080i50/59.94/60, 720p60/59.94/50, 720×576p50, 720×480p60 |
| SDI decoding output | 1080p60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25/24/23.98, 1080i60/59.94/50, 720p60/59.94/50 |
| Supported CNDLive devices | X1, C6, D1, A1 and NDI Go |
| Input protocols | NDI HX2/HX3, SRT, RTMP/RTMPS, HLS, TS over UDP, RTSP |
| Output protocols | NDI HX2/HX3, SRT, RTMP/RTMPS, HLS, TS over UDP, RTSP |
| Stream Matrix | Routing, switching and protocol conversion between devices, IP streams and destinations |
| Network interfaces | 2× 100M/1000M Ethernet ports, one with PoE support |
| Other ports | 1× USB-A 3.0 and 1× Type-C |
| Display | 2.0" LCD screen and buttons |
| Management | WebUI |
| Power consumption | ≤9W |
| Power supply | 3-pin 12V/1A |
| Dimensions | 219.5×108×43.7 mm |
| Weight | 686 g |
| Operating temperature | -10°C to 45°C |
| Ideal environments | Remote production, broadcast contribution, live events, ProAV, corporate AV, education, house of worship and AV-over-IP workflows |
Common questions
Is CNDLive Manager Max an encoder?
Manager Max is not primarily an encoder. It is a hardware bonding server, decoder, stream matrix and management platform for CNDLive IP video workflows.
Does Manager Max decode 4K?
Yes. It supports HDMI decoding output up to 3840×2160p60 and 3G-SDI decoding output up to 1920×1080p60.
Which CNDLive devices can connect to Manager Max?
Manager Max supports CNDLive X1, C6, D1, A1 and NDI Go device workflows.
What is the Stream Matrix used for?
The Stream Matrix is used for routing, switching and protocol conversion between devices, IP streams and output destinations.
Need a hardware server for CNDLive bonding and stream routing?
Speak with ProMediaIT about CNDLive Manager Max and the wider workflow around it. We can help with X1 bonding architecture, stream matrix design, SRT and NDI HX routing, hardware decoding, PoE networking and AV-over-IP deployment.
Services
Contact
ProMediaIT Ltd
17 Hornbeam Close
Leighton Buzzard
Bedfordshire, LU7 3FE, UK
Phone: +44 20 4581 8180
Email: info@promediait.co.uk