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ATSC/QAM Demodulator ATSC/QAM Demodulator

The ATSC/QAM Demodulator is housed in a 3 RU Module that allows for 8 units to be inserted in a chassis with a common power & control unit. The power and control unit features a 2 line by 16 character liquid crystal display (LCD) to allow interaction with the easy to follow user menu functions for simple programming. The entire rack can also be optionally remotely controlled via an RS-232 modem or the Blonder Tongue AQD-RCS. The AQD provides the operator with a NTSC composite video via an F connector and audio via left/right RCA connectors. This is designed to function seamlessly with Blonder Tongue analog modulators to allow the delivery of the desired digital signals in any analog channel. The unit supports decoding all 18 ATSC (Advanced Television Systems Committee) standard formats including 8VSB, annex B QAM64 & QAM 256. Video is displayed in 480i (NTSC) in 4:3 or 16:9 formats with closed captioning decoding supported as well.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

  • Decodes all 18 ATSC Video Formats Into Analog Video
  • 8VSB, QAM 64 & QAM 256 (Annex B) Transport StreamsSupported
  • Modular & Compact Units Permit High Density8 Modules in 3 Rack Height
  • Easy Set-up & Configuration via Front Panel LCD Controls
  • Remote Computer Control Capability via Internet or RS-232
  • Left/Right Stereo Audio Output

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    ATSC/QAM Demodulator Plus Broadcaster AFD Software ATSC/QAM Demodulator Plus Broadcaster AFD Software

    AQD (ATSC/QAM Demodulator) accepts one input in 8VSB (digital off-air) or QAM (digital cable) format, and delivers one output in NTSC composite analog Audio/Video format, and two identical outputs in ASI format. AQD allows delivering of a digital off-air program to viewers with an analog TV set. It also allows an operator to cherry-pick channels from a “clear” QAM cable lineup. AQD PLUS is the same as AQD, but includes the AFD broadcast package. AFD (Active Format Description) is a standard set of codes embedded in the video stream and used by digital television broadcasters to optimally display a 16:9 video format on an analog television set designed for 4:3 video format.

    FEATURES AND BENEFITS
  • Input standards supported are digital off-air (8VSB) and digital cable (QAM 64 and 256)
  • NTSC Composite Analog Audio/Video output is in 480i format and supports Closed Captioning (EIA-608)
  • Optional AQD-RCS module allows remote monitoring and configuration of up to 80 AQD modules
  • Optional AQD-SPS unit provides standby utility power to the primary power supply (AQD Power & Control module)

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    ATSC/QAM Demodulator Plus Broadcaster AFD Software ATSC/QAM Demodulator Plus Broadcaster AFD Software

    AQD (ATSC/QAM Demodulator) accepts one input in 8VSB (digital off-air) or QAM (digital cable) format, and delivers one output in NTSC composite analog Audio/Video format, and two identical outputs in ASI format. AQD allows delivering of a digital off-air program to viewers with an analog TV set. It also allows an operator to cherry-pick channels from a “clear” QAM cable lineup. AQD PLUS is the same as AQD, but includes the AFD broadcast package. AFD (Active Format Description) is a standard set of codes embedded in the video stream and used by digital television broadcasters to optimally display a 16:9 video format on an analog television set designed for 4:3 video format.

    FEATURES AND BENEFITS
  • Input standards supported are digital off-air (8VSB) and digital cable (QAM 64 and 256)
  • NTSC Composite Analog Audio/Video output is in 480i format and supports Closed Captioning (EIA-608)
  • Optional AQD-RCS module allows remote monitoring and configuration of up to 80 AQD modules
  • Optional AQD-SPS unit provides standby utility power to the primary power supply (AQD Power & Control module)

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    HE-12 & HE-4 Series ATSC/QAM Demodulator HE-12 & HE-4 Series ATSC/QAM Demodulator

    The MDDM-860 is a digital demodulator and decoder that receives one input in ATSC 8VSB (digital off-air) or “clear” QAM (digital cable) format and delivers one NTSC composite analog video and stereo audio output. The unit allows delivering of a digital off-air program to viewers with an analog TV set. It also allows operators to cherry-pick channels from a clear QAM cable lineup. Headends processing analog broadcasts using Blonder Tongue’s MIDM demodulators and MICM modulators can be upgraded seamlessly to process digital broadcasts by simply replacing the MIDM with a MDDM.

    FEATURES AND BENEFITS
  • Compact design allows for deployment of 6 channels (6 MDDM modules + 6 MICM modulators) in 2RU
  • NTSC Composite Analog Video output is in 480i format and supports Closed Captioning (EIA-608)
  • Input standards supported are digital off-air (8VSB) and digital cable (ITU-B QAM 64 and 256)
  • Scans all 8VSB or QAM channels and stores in memory for quick channel selection
  • Demodulates HDTV/SDTV digital signals to NTSC video and analog L/R audio
  • On-site firmware updates/status monitoring available through front-panel
  • Die-cast Chassis Offers Superior Protection against Ingress or Egress
  • Adjustable picture sizes for 16:9 to 4:3 image conversion
  • Supports Mono, Stereo, and SAP audio modes

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    Micro Digital Demod to ASI Micro Digital Demod to ASI

    The MDDA-860 is a digital demodulator and transcoder that receives one input in ATSC 8VSB (digital off-air) or “clear” QAM (digital cable) format and delivers one output in ASI format.

    FEATURES AND BENEFITS
    Input standards supported are digital off-air (8VSB) and digital cable (ITU-B QAM 64 and 256)Die-cast Chassis Offers Superior Protection against Ingress or EgressDemodulates & transcodes HDTV/SDTV digital signals to ASICompact design allows for deploym