The Continuum DVP™ Model D9020 Encoder offers a cost-effective, compact solution allowing Headend operators to convert NTSC/PAL programs into compressed MPEG-2 format. Requiring only 1RU of space, the encoder offers two stereo pairs of audio (including SAP), analog and SDI video inputs, and dual DVB-ASI transport outputs. Closed-captioning, V-Chip and DVB WST are supported. For ease of use, the encoder supports stand-alone operation with an intuitive front panel control. With on-board web page generation, the encoder is easily controlled and monitored via an Ethernet connection and a Web Browser. For applications requiring a full network interface, SNMP v2 with a simple MIB is supported.

Local Encoding Applications

• Encode local programs for use on the digital tier
• Encode programs for the digital tier after locally inserted analog advertising

Bandwidth Recovery Applications

• Recover transport bandwidth between Headend hubs by transmitting multiple compressed programs per OC- 3 link in digital transport applications
• Recover bandwidth to add new services such as HDTV or VOD/SVOD by easily moving analog programs to the digital tier