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Formuler Z12 Ultra

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Z12 Ultra

Released September 2025.5Maker product pageformuler.tv/regulatoryRead 15 October 2026Declaration of Conformity list gives Start of Sales 2025/09 for the Z12 Ultra. The ACMA declaration gives date of manufacture 09/2025 and a retailer lists 7 September 2025. Region is global, no regional split is published. Last checked 16 October 2026.

Max output resolution
3840 × 2160
HDR formats
HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG
Operating system
Android
Storage
128GB

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Ports

  • HDMI
  • USB-A USB 3.0
  • USB-A USB 2.0
  • Ethernet
  • microSD
  • Other
  • DC power

All specs

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General

Series
Z124Press releaseformuler.tv/single-post/introducing-the-new-formuler-z12-ultra-se-z12-proRead 15 October 2026Maker news post says the Formuler Z12 family is expanding with the Z12 Ultra SE and the Z12 Pro.
Model numbers
K4R1N46Owner's manualdropbox.com/scl/fi/nl6mshn2s8lukdga95pwl/Quick-guide_FORMULER_Z12-Ultra_-EU-UK-_Outline-4.pdfRead 15 October 2026Compliance page lists FCC ID 2AV9UK4R1N4, IC 29328-K4R1N4, Model number K4R1N4, Product name Formuler Z12 Ultra. K4R1N4 is the regulatory model number.
GTIN / EAN
880960457087014Retailer pageautogarsas.lt/en/products/formuler-z12-ultra-4k-bt-android-tv-priedelisRead 15 October 2026Retailer barcode 8809604570870. Satking (RECFOR032) and Swiss Post (article 848338) list the same EAN for the Z12 Ultra with the GTV-BT3 remote.15Retailer pageshop.post.ch/en/electronics/tv/streaming-boxes/formuler-media-player-z-12-ultra/p/848338Read 15 October 2026EAN/GTIN 8809604570870, article 848338.16Retailer pagesatking.de/en/formuler-z12-ultra-bt3-edition-4k-uhd-android-12-ip-receiverRead 15 October 2026EAN 8809604570870, product number RECFOR032.
Announced
31 August 20253Press releaseformuler.tv/single-post/2025-formuler-z12-ultra-releaseRead 15 October 2026Maker news post dated Aug 31, 2025 titled 2025 Formuler Z12 Ultra Release. It gives no price or release date.
Status
Available3Press releaseformuler.tv/single-post/2025-formuler-z12-ultra-releaseRead 15 October 2026The maker's regulatory page and the maker's news list still show the Z12 Ultra as a current Android OTT model, and the Z12 Ultra SE and Z12 Pro were added beside it in 2026.5Maker product pageformuler.tv/regulatoryRead 15 October 2026Z12 Ultra is still listed with its Declaration of Conformity beside the 2026 Z12 models.13Reviewtroypoint.com/formuler-z12-ultraRead 15 October 2026Review of 31 Oct 2025 by a buyer who bought the unit on Amazon. It gives a US price of 229.99 USD, which is a selling price and is not stored as launch MSRP.
Predecessor
Not available
Successor
Not available
Launch price (US)
Not available
Launch price (EU)
Not available
Markets
EU, GB, US, CA, AU6Owner's manualdropbox.com/scl/fi/nl6mshn2s8lukdga95pwl/Quick-guide_FORMULER_Z12-Ultra_-EU-UK-_Outline-4.pdfRead 15 October 2026The guide is the EU and UK edition and carries a FCC and ISED statement for the US and Canada.8Maker spec sheet (PDF)dropbox.com/scl/fi/1g4ie5cvhm928ohcogoq7/Z12-Ultra_CE-RED.pdfRead 15 October 2026EU Radio Equipment Directive declaration. A separate ACMA declaration covers Australia.
Colours
Black / Rose gold1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Tech specs list Color: Black / Rose gold.
Form factor
Box1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026A separate box that connects by its own HDMI cable and a 12 V adapter.

Video output

Max output resolution
3840 × 2160px1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Tech specs list Output Resolution: 4K (3840 x 2160).
Max output refresh rate
60Hz11Press articlecnx-software.comRead 15 October 2026Article of 8 Sep 2025 lists Video Output HDMI 2.0 up to 4K (3840 x 2160) @ 60 Hz with Dolby Vision support. The maker publishes no output refresh rate in text, only 4K 60fps tiles. The article's HDMI 2.0 is not stored, because AndroidTVBox.eu lists HDMI 2.1 for the same port.
Video output modes
Width (px)Height (px)Refresh rate (Hz)
3840216060
Source11Press articlecnx-software.comRead 15 October 2026One 4K 60 Hz row from the article. Bit depth, chroma and HDR pairing are not published.
HDR formats
HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Page names Dolby Vision and HDR10+ and says 4K HDR across all HDR formats. The maker's specs table adds HLG. HDR10 is covered by the all-formats statement and the Troypoint review.2Maker product pageformuler.tv/specs-1Read 15 October 2026Z12 Ultra column: HDR10+, HLG, Dolby Vision.12Press articleandroidtvbox.eu/formuler-z12-ultra-is-a-new-stylish-4k-rtd1319c-streamer-with-128gb-emmc-and-dolby-vision-atmosRead 15 October 2026Article lists Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, HLG and HDR10+.13Reviewtroypoint.com/formuler-z12-ultraRead 15 October 2026Review highlights list Supports Dolby Vision-Atmos, DTS, HDR10, HDR10+, HLG, repeated from the maker's page. No playback test is given.
Dolby Vision profiles
Not available
HDMI version
Not available
HDCP version
Not available
HDMI-CEC
Yes9Maker product pagesupport.formuler.tv/kb/article/166-how-to-use-hdmi-cec-on-your-formuler-deviceRead 15 October 2026Helpdesk article lists applicable models as All and the options Enable CEC, Turn off with TV, Turn on with TV and Use TV remote controller. The page said it was in preview mode when read. Forum users report CEC power control on the Z12 Ultra.
Automatic frame rate matching
Yes1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Page describes Quick Media Switching, which avoids blackout periods when switching between frame rates. A QMS-enabled TV is required for that blackout-free switching. The maker states no separate frame rate matching setting on this page.
Dynamic range matching
Not available
Upscaling
Not available

Video decoding

Video codecs
AV1, HEVC, H.264, MVC, AVS, MPEG-1, MPEG-2, MPEG-4, VC-1, Real1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Tech specs Video Decoder row: Dolby Vision, 4K@60fps, AV1, H.265 (HEVC), AVS, H.264 (AVC, MVC), Real, MPEG-1/2/4, VC-1. No VP9 is listed, so VP9 is not stored.
Video decode limits
CodecWidth (px)Height (px)Max frame rate (fps)Bit depth (bits)
AV1384021606010
HEVC384021606010
Source2Maker product pageformuler.tv/specs-1Read 15 October 2026Z12 Ultra column: A/V Decoding 4K@60fps 10-bit, AV1 & HEVC. No profile or level is published for the Z12 Ultra. The Main 10 level 5.1 wording belongs to the Z11 models and is not used.
Video containers
Not available
DRM systems
Widevine L1, Widevine L31Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Tech specs DRM row: Widevine L1, L3.

Audio

Audio formats
Dolby Atmos, MPEG-1 Layer 1/2/3 (2-CH), MPEG-2 Layer 1/2, HE-AAC v1/v21Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Tech specs Audio Decoder row: Dolby Atmos, MPEG-1 Layer 1/2/3 (2-CH), MPEG-2 Layer 1/2, HE-AAC v1/v2. Decoder, output and passthrough roles are not separated by the maker. DTS is named only by the Troypoint review and is not stored.2Maker product pageformuler.tv/specs-1Read 15 October 2026Z12 Ultra column: Dolby Atmos.
Audio passthrough formats
Not available
Dolby Atmos
Yes1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Page and tech specs list Dolby Atmos. Content, app and HDMI audio path requirements apply.
Audio channel configurations
Not available
Max audio sample rate
Not available
Max audio bit depth
Not available
Bluetooth audio output
Not available
Bluetooth audio codecs
Not available

Processor and memory

System on chip
Realtek RTD1319C1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Tech specs CPU row names Realtek RTD1319C. The maker lists no separate SoC row.
CPU
Quad-core Arm Cortex-A551Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026The maker's specs table lists Quad-core (ARM Cortex A55). No clock speed is published.2Maker product pageformuler.tv/specs-1Read 15 October 2026Z12 Ultra column: Quad-core (ARM Cortex A55).
CPU cores
41Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Maker specs table: Quad-core.2Maker product pageformuler.tv/specs-1Read 15 October 2026Z12 Ultra column: Quad-core.
Max CPU clock
Not available
GPU
ARM Mali-G57 MC11Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026
RAM
4GB1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Tech specs list 4GB DDR4. The maker names 2666 MHz. CNX Software and AndroidTVBox.eu say 2400 MHz. The maker value wins and no speed field exists.2Maker product pageformuler.tv/specs-1Read 15 October 2026Z12 Ultra column: 4GB DDR4.
RAM type
DDR41Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026
Storage
128GB1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Tech specs list 128GB eMMC with a footnote that actual user storage is less.2Maker product pageformuler.tv/specs-1Read 15 October 2026Z12 Ultra column: 128GB.
Storage type
eMMC1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026
Expandable storage
Yes1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026The maker's specs table lists Memory Expansion: Micro SD and the tech specs list one Micro SD card slot. The maker does not say whether apps, media or both can use the card.2Maker product pageformuler.tv/specs-1Read 15 October 2026Z12 Ultra column: Memory Expansion Micro SD.
Storage expansion methods
microSD card slot2Maker product pageformuler.tv/specs-1Read 15 October 2026Z12 Ultra column: Memory Expansion Micro SD. The maker does not say whether apps, media or both can use the card.

Connectivity

Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 6E1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Tech specs list Wireless 6E AX 2x2 (Tri-band).2Maker product pageformuler.tv/specs-1Read 15 October 2026Z12 Ultra column: Wireless 6e ax 2x2 (Tri-band).
Wi-Fi bands
2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Tri-band Wi-Fi 6E covers 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and 6 GHz.8Maker spec sheet (PDF)dropbox.com/scl/fi/1g4ie5cvhm928ohcogoq7/Z12-Ultra_CE-RED.pdfRead 15 October 2026The declaration applies ETSI EN 300 328 (2.4 GHz), EN 301 893 (5 GHz) and EN 303 687 (6 GHz Wi-Fi), which matches tri-band Wi-Fi 6E.
Wi-Fi MIMO
2x2 MIMO1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Tech specs list 2x2.
Built-in Ethernet speed
1,000Mbps1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Tech specs list Gigabit (1000M).2Maker product pageformuler.tv/specs-1Read 15 October 2026Z12 Ultra column: Gigabit(1000Mbps).
Optional Ethernet adapter support
Not available
Bluetooth version
5.21Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026
Ports
ConnectorCountVersionRoleData speed (Gbps)
HDMI1Not availableVideo and audio outputNot available
USB-A1USB 3.0External storage and accessoriesNot available
USB-A1USB 2.0External storage and accessoriesNot available
Ethernet1Not availableGigabit network1
microSD1Not availableStorage expansionNot available
Other1Not availableOptical S/PDIF audio outputNot available
DC power1Not availablePower inputNot available
Source1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Tech specs Ports: power input 1, USB 3.0 1, USB 2.0 1, HDMI 1, Gigabit LAN 1, Micro SD card 1, Optical S/PDIF 1. The maker names no HDMI version.

Smart home

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Thread border router
Not available
Matter controller
Not available
Smart home platforms
Not available

Remote control

Remote model
GTV-BT31Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Page promotes the BT3 Backlight Remote and the GTV-BT3 Bluetooth Voice Remote. The box contents image shows one remote with the box. The Quick guide names GTV-BT3 in its Find My Remote section.7Maker product pageformuler.tv/gtv-bt3Read 15 October 2026GTV-BT3 Bluetooth Voice Remote.
Remote connection
Bluetooth, Infrared7Maker product pageformuler.tv/gtv-bt3Read 15 October 2026Maker calls it a Bluetooth voice remote. Bluetooth is the link to the box. Infrared is used for the learned TV controls.
Remote microphone
Yes1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026The GTV-BT3 is a voice remote with a Voice Assistant feature. The maker does not name the assistant in text.7Maker product pageformuler.tv/gtv-bt3Read 15 October 2026Voice Assistant is a feature of the GTV-BT3. The assistant is not named in the text.
Remote voice assistants
Not available
Remote TV control
Power, Volume, Input source7Maker product pageformuler.tv/gtv-bt3Read 15 October 2026Universal IR Learning: program the remote to manage the TV's power, volume and input source. The side TV buttons use IR while the box link is Bluetooth.
Remote finder
Yes1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 20266Owner's manualdropbox.com/scl/fi/nl6mshn2s8lukdga95pwl/Quick-guide_FORMULER_Z12-Ultra_-EU-UK-_Outline-4.pdfRead 15 October 2026Find My Remote page: the GTV-BT3 plays a sound for 30 seconds after the FUNC key on the back of the box is pressed.7Maker product pageformuler.tv/gtv-bt3Read 15 October 2026Find My Remote works from the Formuler Remote app or the function key of the Z12 Ultra.
Remote backlight
Yes1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 20267Maker product pageformuler.tv/gtv-bt3Read 15 October 2026LED backlight with adjustable brightness.
Remote power
2 batteries included in the box6Owner's manualdropbox.com/scl/fi/nl6mshn2s8lukdga95pwl/Quick-guide_FORMULER_Z12-Ultra_-EU-UK-_Outline-4.pdfRead 15 October 2026What's in the Box page shows 2x Batteries. The battery type is not written.
Remote charging port
Not available

Software

Operating system
Android1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Tech specs list Android 12 and the page says MYTVOnline 3 comes preinstalled.
Operating system at launch
Android 121Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026
App store
Formuler Market and Google Play Store10Maker product pagesupport.formuler.tv/kb/article/99-how-to-install-download-appsRead 15 October 2026Helpdesk article: install apps from the Market app (Home > Market) or from the Google Play Store with your own account, or by side-loading. It names no per-model difference except the Z nano. The Google Play Store is reached through the Market app, which carries a curated list.
Casting protocols
Not available
Voice assistants
Not available
Hands-free voice control
Not available
Mobile remote platforms
Not available
Accessibility features
Not available

Gaming

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Game services
Not available
Game controller support
Not available

Power

Power supply
External DC adapter1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026The maker lists a power input and a Power Adapter in the box, with rating 12VDC / 1A.
Rated power input
12 VDC / 1 A1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Tech specs: Power rating 12VDC / 1A.
Included adapter output
Not available
Max power consumption (claimed)
12W1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Tech specs: Power Consumption Max. 12W.
Standby power (claimed)
0.5W1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Tech specs: Standby Power Max. 0.5W (Ultra low power). Stored as the published maximum.

Measured

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Video playback power (measured)
Not available
Idle power (measured)
Not available
Standby power (measured)
Not available
Boot time (measured)
Not available

Dimensions and weight

Front and side, drawn to scale.

Dimensions
Width135Height24Depth100mm(5.3 × 0.9 × 3.9 in)1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Tech specs: Length 135 mm, Width 100 mm, Thickness 24 mm. The box lies flat, so thickness is height and the 135 mm side with the ports is width. Post.ch lists the same 13.5 cm width and 24 mm height.2Maker product pageformuler.tv/specs-1Read 15 October 2026Z12 Ultra column: 135 x 100 x 24 (mm).15Retailer pageshop.post.ch/en/electronics/tv/streaming-boxes/formuler-media-player-z-12-ultra/p/848338Read 15 October 2026Height 2.4 cm, width 13.5 cm, depth 100 mm. This confirms the maker's orientation.
Weight
Not available
Remote dimensions
Not available
Remote weight
Not available

Certifications

FCC ID
2AV9UK4R1N46Owner's manualdropbox.com/scl/fi/nl6mshn2s8lukdga95pwl/Quick-guide_FORMULER_Z12-Ultra_-EU-UK-_Outline-4.pdfRead 15 October 2026Compliance page (page 29 of the PDF): FCC ID 2AV9UK4R1N4 for Formuler Z12 Ultra. The GTV-BT3 remote has its own FCC ID 2AV9U1Y0UN6. fccid.io blocks agents so the FCC record itself was not opened.
Other certifications
CE RED, FCC, ISED, RCM (Australia)6Owner's manualdropbox.com/scl/fi/nl6mshn2s8lukdga95pwl/Quick-guide_FORMULER_Z12-Ultra_-EU-UK-_Outline-4.pdfRead 15 October 2026The guide carries an FCC and ISED (Canada) compliance statement.8Maker spec sheet (PDF)dropbox.com/scl/fi/1g4ie5cvhm928ohcogoq7/Z12-Ultra_CE-RED.pdfRead 15 October 2026Declaration of Conformity under the Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU for Formuler Z12 Ultra, type Media Box, issued 1 Aug 2024 rev B. The ACMA supplier declaration covers RCM.

In the box

In the box
Z12 Ultra media receiver, GTV-BT3 remote control, Silicone remote cover, 2 batteries, HDMI cable, Power adapter, Quick setup guide1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026Page icons: Media Receiver, Remote Control, Silicone Remote Cover, Batteries, TV Cable, Power Adapter, Quick Setup Guide.6Owner's manualdropbox.com/scl/fi/nl6mshn2s8lukdga95pwl/Quick-guide_FORMULER_Z12-Ultra_-EU-UK-_Outline-4.pdfRead 15 October 2026What's in the Box page: Media Receiver, Remote Control, Silicone Remote Cover, 2x Batteries, TV Cable, Power Adapter. The Quick Setup Guide is the booklet itself.16Retailer pagesatking.de/en/formuler-z12-ultra-bt3-edition-4k-uhd-android-12-ip-receiverRead 15 October 2026Delivery list: streaming box, GTV-BT3 Bluetooth voice remote, silicone remote cover, HDMI cable, power adapter, quick setup guide, batteries for the remote. The page also shows 700 g, which looks like a shipping weight and is not used.
HDMI cable included
Yes1Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultraRead 15 October 2026The box lists a TV Cable. The Quick guide icon shows an HDMI plug. CNX Software and Satking call it an HDMI cable.6Owner's manualdropbox.com/scl/fi/nl6mshn2s8lukdga95pwl/Quick-guide_FORMULER_Z12-Ultra_-EU-UK-_Outline-4.pdfRead 15 October 2026Icon labelled TV Cable shows an HDMI plug on both ends.

Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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  1. Maker product pageformuler.tv/z12ultra
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  2. Maker product pageformuler.tv/specs-1
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  5. Maker product pageformuler.tv/regulatory
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  7. Maker product pageformuler.tv/gtv-bt3
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