AJA Helo Plus

In case you missed it, AJA announce the all new HELO Plus as part of their new release lineup for NAB 2022. Keep an eye on our blog for more announcements from AJA coming next week.

Advanced H.264 streaming and recording with higher production values, great value per channel

AJA’s next-gen streaming device is here! HELO Plus offers the flexible streaming and recording advantages as the extremely popular HELO, with a vastly expanded feature set inspired by user feedback. Offering powerful new production capabilities, HELO Plus features dual streaming outputs and multi-input processing; SRT support; advanced encoding/decoding; improved scheduling options and device operation; layouts and graphics insertion; and more.

HELO Plus feature highlights include:

• Simultaneous high-quality H.264 HD streaming and recording with the push of a button
• A web-based scheduler to set up recording and streaming events for specific dates and times without an external control system
• Powerful multi-input video and graphics processing to create sophisticated production looks using “Layouts” without external switchers and the ability to add more processing power to existing cost-efficient production equipment
• Dual streaming outputs for simultaneous live streaming to multiple content delivery networks with improved resiliency and efficiency
• 1x 3G-SDI input and 1x 3G-SDI output
• 1x HDMI input and 1x HDMI output
• 1x Stereo analog audio input and 1x Stereo analog audio output
• 1x 1GigE network connection for control and SMB recording/playback
• 1x dedicated MicroUSB port for use with AJA Mini-Config software
• 1x USB 3.2 Gen1 port (5Gb/s) for media recording and playback
• 1x SD card slot for media recording and playback
• External power supply with locking connector

Pricing and Availability

AJA HELO Plus is anticipated to be available in Q3 2022 for $1,699 US MSRP.