Two HDMI digital modulator for ATSC, QAM, DVB-T, and IPTV broadcasting. Supports 1080p/60

Description

Compact Dual HDMI, YPbPr, CVBS HDTV Coax Modulator, IPTV Encoder, and ASI Multiplexer

PN: H-2ADHD

Thor's dual-channel compact encoder modulators are designed for high-density digital HDTV channel generation. These systems accept video inputs in all standard HD or SD formats, including component, composite, or HDMI. In addition, they also support all other advanced functions normally found on larger 19 in rack systems. Their compact form factor is designed for tabletop/desk-mount installation. Supported features include HDCP, closed captioning (608 on analog RCA), and independent audio input apart from HDMI audio. For convenience, all functions can be set via a keypad and LCD display located on top of the unit. However, the ideal method for configuration is provided through any standard web browser. Two Ethernet network ports are provided, one for configuration and a second for IPTV output. IPTV output is provided in the form of UDP unicast or multicast address outputs, with two addresses for single-program SPTS outputs and a single address for the combined multi-program MPTS stream. For broadcasters, both ASI input and output are provided on BNC terminals. HDTV output is provided on standard 75 ohm Type-F connectors with an adjustable RF output power level. The H-2ADHD is also capable of modulating both QAM and ATSC standards; using the highly functional NMS GUI, you can use either standard without reprogramming the unit. Contact a sales representative for more information.

The unit can be used in various applications, performing the following tasks:

1) 2 HDMI, CVBS, or YPbPr to QAM, ATSC, DVB-T, or ISDB-T modulated output

2) 2 HDMI, CVBS, or YPbPr to IPTV UDP/RTP/RTSP multicast

3) DVB-ASI to QAM, ATSC, DVB-T, or ISDB-T

4) DVB-ASI to IPTV

5) 2 HDMI, CVBS, or YPbPr to DVB-ASI

Features

Dual HD or SD channels in a compact encoder-modulator form factor
Supports both MPEG-2 and H.264 video encoding codecs
Supports Dolby AC/3 audio passthrough up to 7.1 channels
Models available for ATSC, DVB-C, or DVB-T television (unit comes loaded with QAM & ATSC modulation standards)
Supports IPTV output in UDP format for unicast or multicast
Supports EIA 608 type closed captioning on analog input
ASI input and multiplexing function provided with ASI output

Drawings

Video

2 HDMI over IP and over Coax HD encoder and Digital modulator -QAM ATSC DVB-T ISDB-T

HDMI over coax and HDMI over IP, 2 individual Chanel HDMI digital modulator with QAM, ATSC ,DVB-T and ISDB-T CATV RF output. Unit has also IPTV Transport stream output - multicast or unicast , udp, rtp or rtsp , this is the easiest way to distribute HD content up to 1080p/60 form HDMI source over existing COAX network and IP Ethernet network, on sale now for $1200 https://shop.thorbroadcast.com/2-HDMI-YPBPR-HD-DIGITAL-TV-MODULATOR-QAM-ATSC-DVB-T-IPTV_p_13.html MPEG2 or H.264 Encoding , Audio Dolby AC3 and CC closed captioning input 2 programs can be muxed on the single CATV channel or have separate channels, VCT supported .Separate SMPT's for each HDMI input or one muxed MPTS's . to vied it on the computer you can use VLC player, syntex is udp://@224.2.2.2:2234

Model Selection

H-2ADHD-QAM-IPLL -DVBC-AnnexA/B/C version (QAM)

H-2ADHD-ATSC-IPLL -ATSC Version

H-2ADHD-DVBT-IPLL -DVB-T version

H-2ADHD-ISDB-T-IPLL ISDB-T version

Specification

*All Specifications Subject to Change Without Notice
Input	HD: HDMI & YPbPr up to 1080P60 SD: Analog Composite
Supported Resolutions	720x480P 60 / 59.94 / 50 Hz 1280x720P 60 / 59.94 / 50 Hz 1920x1080I 60 / 59.94 / 50 Hz
Video Codecs	MPEG-2 HD 1.5-19.5 Mbps H.264 HD 0.8-19.5 Mbps
Audio Codecs	MPEG-1 Layer II MPEG-2 AAC MPEG-4 AAC, AC3 Dolby Audio, Dolby Passthrough
Audio Sample Rate	48 kHz
Audio Bit Rates	64 kbps, 96 kbps, 128 kbps, 192 kbps, 256 kbps, 320 kbps
Modulation Standard	ATSC, DVB-C (QAM64, QAM256), DVB-T, ISDB-T standards are selectable from the front panel. A firmware update is not needed for each standard.
RF Frequency Range	30-960 MHz 1 KHz Step
RF Power Level	5-35 dBmV Adjustable
DVB-ASI Output	BNC Connector: 1-60 Mbps
DVB-ASI Input	BNC Connector: 1-120 Mbps Programs Selected by PID Programs Muxed to all Outputs
IPTV Output	MPEG-TS MPTS over UDP Unicast and Multicast Supported
Power Input	100-240 VAC Auto Switching ~ 20 W
Dimensions	13 x 9 x 1.75 Inches
Weight	9 Pounds
Operating Temperature	32-110 F

Question and Answers

Question:
Do you have any HDMI to ASI converters?

Answer:
Yes, we do. The HDMI to ASI converter is actually an MPEG2 or H.264 video encoder. https://thorbroadcast.com/product/1-4-hdmi-to-qam-modulators-and-iptv-streaming-encoders-8230.html/12 The HDMI-QAM-IPLL unit is an HDMI encoder and will output video to ASI. We also have 2ch HDMI or 4-channel HDMI to ASI. They take 2 or more HDMI inputs, encode them in MPEG2 or H.264, and in the mux you can choose one TS or a second TS, or mux them together as MPTS on the ASI output. The units also have IPTV outputs, SPTS or MPTS multicast / unicast - UDP, RTP, RTSP. This is the link: https://thorbroadcast.com/product/2-hdmi-ypbpr-hd-digital-tv-modulator-qam-atsc-dvb-t-8230.html

Question:
We are still looking into your products. The ones we are looking at are the 2ADHD and the 4ADHD. These allow for channel insertion on, say, 9-1 and 9-3, correct? We are currently running individual modulators at some sites and are looking to start upgrading them and inserting more channels. I could use some info on these so I can pass the specs and capabilities on to our electronic tech to look at.

Answer:
Yes, that is correct. Only some of our modulators, typically the more high-end models, have those specific chipsets which allow multiple programs on a single RF channel / carrier. So if you are looking to put at least 2 HD channels or perhaps 4 SD channels on the same RF carrier, then those would be the models you'd want to look at. The 4ADHD is an advanced model and has more in-depth and intuitive NMS GUIs that allow you to do that. You just have to stay within the constraints of RF QAM bandwidth, and those units allow you to set the Mbps output per program. All data sheets, manuals, and specs can be found on their independent webpages.

Question:
For the models that offer RF and IP output, what would the end-user receiver look like for the IP stream? Could we allow users to view channels via a program like VLC on a laptop or some app on a mobile device if they are on the same network?

Answer:

Yes, the encoder can output either UDP or RTP unicast or multicast streams, depending on your preference. For example, for CH 1 multicast IP streaming, the address is 224.2.2.2 on port 2234. In VLC, you can access this stream by typing the following syntax: udp://@224.2.2.2:2234. You can access that video anywhere on the LAN network if the IGMP protocol is enabled on the switches. You can also access it on any IP STB, like this one:

Thor H-STB-IP https://thorbroadcast.com/product/compact-ip-decoder-set-top-box.html

Question:
We have a client who has a large cruise ship that they purchased at the start of COVID. The broadcast system is in a bad state and is in desperate need of improvement. Currently, everything is running on composite through Blonder Tongue AMCM 860 modulators. We are looking to upgrade the system. Most TVs in the ship did not weather COVID and have now been replaced and hooked up with FHD/4K units. We are looking to make the headend signal chain completely digital. For instance: Satellite decoder -> HDMI to NDI Converter -> NDI Seinna Digital Matrix -> RTSP stream -> RTSP to CATV RF -> distribution to TVs. There are about 20 TV channels in total from various sources (Satellite, movie server, ship produced), but all will enter and leave Seinna as an RTSP feed. As this is a ship, replacements are not easy to supply. So we are looking for a system with a high degree of redundancy and backup. What products would you recommend for this?

Answer:

Thank you for your inquiry. I've reviewed your scenario and have a question:

What is the reason for needing to go from HDMI to NDI Converter -> NDI Sienna Digital Matrix -> RTSP stream -> RTSP to CATV RF?

Why can you not go directly from HDMI to CATV RF? I believe there are too many unnecessary steps in your current setup.

Using just HDMI modulators would be much less complex and more immune to failures.

Please take a look at this product and the accompanying simple application drawing, and let me know if that would work for you:

H-THUNDER-8 https://thorbroadcast.com/product/1-4-or-8-hdmi-digital-rf-encoder-modulator-8230.html/239

combiner 8 hdmi digital rf encoder modulator full hd 8230

In case you must go RTSP to CATV RF, then we would need to decode each RTSP stream to HDMI anyway and use the same H-HDCOAX-8 modulator We do not have the ability to go directly from RTSP to CATV We could do that if you had UDP multicast streams using this unit: (but not RTSP) H-IPRF-32QAM https://thorbroadcast.com/product/iptv-to-16-32-clear-channel-rf-qam-atsc-modulator.html/123

Question:
I work for a commercial AV integrator and am looking for some insight into configuring one of your modulators. The project in particular is for a new senior living facility that we would like to integrate a local video feed from a camera into one of their channels via their Comcast cable TV. At the senior living facility's other existing location, they currently have a H-2ADHD-QAM-IP-LL that modulates an HDMI signal onto channel 918 of their residents' cable boxes. The facility configured the device prior to us taking them on as a client, so all we did from a configuration standpoint was provide them with an HDMI source that modulated into the system. I have reached out to the local cable/internet provider Comcast, and they said they no longer support this type of system. Is this something your hardware could fit for the application, or is it being phased out by the cable TV providers?

Answer:
Our modulator generates CLEAR QAM (cable channels) that you can feed directly to the TV's tuners and scan for 'Cable.' The TV will find those channels. If you are still using Comcast STB's (Set-Top Boxes), then you need to contact Comcast and ask for the frequency and other parameters they programmed the STB's with for local channel insertion. Without this information, we will not be able to set the modulator properly, as we need to match the settings of their equipment Please contact Xfinity/Comcast Headend and ask the following questions: What is the frequency they require to modulate? Do they require VCT, if so: What is the VCT, major and minor channel? What is a Service ID? What is the Video and PCR PID? do they need to be the same or different PID's What QAM ? QAM 64 or QAM 256?? Do they allow HD resolution like 720p/1080i? , ( some companies like Comcast allows only 480i SD resolution on Some STB's) What is the STB RF input power range in dbmv If you have some Cable TV technician or engineer or Headend contact information, you can forward it to us, and we can try to find out for you.

Question:
I am the IT Manager for Wings and Rings. We are a restaurant chain with around 60 locations in the US and Mexico. We have around 40 TVs in each of our locations, but don't currently have the infrastructure for IPTV. I want to know more about the content distribution system Thor products could provide and which would be the best fit for this scenario. Thanks! ---------------------- How many channels would you like to have distributed? - I am thinking 10 DirectTV sources and 2 streaming sources What are the video sources? - STBs, DVD players, computers? DirectTV boxes and streaming sources of some capacity. To show sports games on Peacock Sports Pass, you have to buy a device from UpShow. I imagine as streaming continues to expand, an Apple TV or Amazon Fire Stick will be required as a source. What is the video source interface? - HDMI, SDI, Analog AV? HDMI and Coax Do you currently have those 40 TVs connected over Coax? - Yes, they are connected through coax and HDMI. Do you currently have those 40 TVs connected over Ethernet LAN? - Sort of. The Cat5 has been split for IR control of TVs. Control4 was originally installed throughout most of our locations in our system, but that is typically for residential solutions and not commercial. Currently, each TV has a DirectTV box behind it that is connected via HDMI and coax and controlled through Control4. Cat5 has been run but only for IR control of the TVs. We have one location with IP-based TVs using Just Add Power transmitters and receivers, but we have had consistent issues in the location since it was installed in 2020 (black screens, receivers not responding, trouble remotely powering TVs on and off.) The dream solution we are trying to provide to our stores is an up-to-date AV stack that is simple to control, reliable, and affordable. We do not use menu boarding or anything of that nature currently due to the capacity of Control4, but would like to look into it.

Answer:

We have several ways to distribute videos over IP, coax, or fiber.

In your case, a simple CATV RF distribution would be the best choice.

For 10-12 channels, you could use 8 + 4ch HDMI digital HD modulators.

This is how it is usually done in sports bars, gyms, hotels, and MDU's.

The beauty of that is that it is maintenance-free.

Once it's done and programmed, there is no maintenance required, and you will not need any STB's per TV.

The coax cables will be connected directly to the TV's tuners, initially scanning for cable channels, and each channel will display the corresponding HDMI source connected to the HDMI modulators. You can change them just by using each TV's remote control. Please check this application example drawing:

For 10-12 channels you can use: H-THUNDER-4 combined with

https://thorbroadcast.com/product/1-4-or-8-hdmi-digital-rf-encoder-modulator-8230.html/238 H-THUNDER-8

https://thorbroadcast.com/product/1-4-or-8-hdmi-digital-rf-encoder-modulator-8230.html/239 We can preset all the channels before shipping, so the installation time would be very efficient. Please review the solution, and let me know if that would work for you.