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 to be a table top/desk mount installation. Supported features include support for HDCP, closed captioning (608 on analog RCA), independant audio input apart from HDMI for 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 adjustable RF output power level. The H-2ADHD also is capable of modulating both standards of QAM and ATSC, using the highly functional NMS GUI you’re capable of using 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 ISDBT modulated output,

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

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

4) DVB-ASI to IPTV,

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

Features

Dual HD or SD channels in compact encoder modulator form factor
Supports both MPEG-2 or H.264 video encoding codecs
Supports Dolby AC/3 audio passthrough up 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 Specifiactions 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 front panel, Fimware 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

Answer:
Yes, we do, the HDMI to ASI converter is actually MPEG2 or H.264 Video encoders https://thorbroadcast.com/product/1-4-hdmi-to-qam-modulators-and-iptv-streaming-encoders-8230.html/12 HDMI-QAM-IPLL unit is an HDMI encoder and will output video to ASI We have also 2ch HDMI or 4 channel HDMI to ASI They take 2 or HDMI inputs, encoders it MPEG2 or H.264, in mux you can choose one TS or second or muxed together as MPTS on the ASI output. The units have also IPTV outputs, SMTP's or MPTS multicast / unicast - UPD, RTP, RTSP This is the link: https://thorbroadcast.com/product/2-hdmi-ypbpr-hd-digital-tv-modulator-qam-atsc-dvb-t-8230.html

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 Gui's 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.

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. On the VLC player, 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

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

In case you Must to go RTSP to CATV RF, than we would need need to decode each RTSP sremm to HDMI anyway and use the same H-HDCOAX-8 modulator We do not have ability to go directly from RTSP to CATV We could do that if you would have 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

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.

Answer:

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

in your case, a simle 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, 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 individual TV's remote control. Please check this application example drawing:

For 10-12channels 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