ASTRO HDQ 1 User manual

Version 09-2019A

Before starting operation of the device
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Before starting operation of the device
NOTE: Read this operating manual through carefully!It
contains important information about installation, ambient
conditions and maintenance of the device. Keep this operating
manual for future use and for handover in the event of a
change of owner or operator. A PDF version of this manual is
available to download on the ASTRO website (there may be a
more recent version).
The ASTRO company confirms that the information in this
manual was correct at the time of printing, but it reserves the
right to makechanges, without prior notice, to the
specifications, the operation of the device and the operating
manual.

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Contents
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Contents
Symbols and conventions used...........................................page 04
Intended use........................................................................page 05
Target group for this manual................................................page 05
Device description...............................................................page 06
Important safety instructions................................................page 07
Warranty conditions.............................................................page 11
Performance description......................................................page 11
Disposal...............................................................................page 11
Installation proposal.............................................................page 12
Connecting..........................................................................page 13
Starting operation................................................................page 15
Operating elements and display...........................................page 16
Programming.......................................................................page 18
Menu overview.....................................................................page 19
Troubleshooting...................................................................page 28
Maintenance and repair.......................................................page 28
Country codes......................................................................page 29
Technical data.....................................................................page 30

Symbols and conventions used
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Symbols and conventions used
Symbols used in these instructions
Pictograms are visual symbols with specific meanings. You will
encounter the following pictograms in this installation and operating
manual:
Warning about situations in which electrical voltage and non-obser-
vance of the instructions in this manual pose a risk of fatal injuries.
Warning about various dangers to health, the environment and
material.
Recycling symbol: indicates components or packaging materials
which can be recycled (cardboard, inserts, plastic film and bags).
Used batteries must be disposed of at approved recycling points.
Batteries must be completely discharged before being disposed of.
This symbol indicates components which must not be disposed of
with household rubbish.

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Proper use
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Proper use
The HDQ 1 is an HDMI to QAM/DVB-T converter. It is solely
intended for the conversion of signals.
Modification of the devices or use for any other purpose is not
permitted, and will immediately void any guarantee provided by the
manufacturer.
Target group of this manual
Installation and starting operation
The target group for installation and starting operation of the
ASTRO headend technology are qualified experts who have
training enabling them to perform the work required in accordance
with EN 60728-11 and EN 60065. Unqualified persons are not
allowed to install and start operation of the device.
Device configuration
Target group for the configuration of the ASTRO headend are
persons who have received instructions and have training enabling
them to perform a configuration. Knowledge of EN 60728-11 and
EN 60065 is not necessary for configuration.

Device description
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Device description
The delivery is comprised of the following parts:
HDMI to QAM/DVB-T converter HDQ 1
Power supply unit
Operating manual
[1] Display
[2] Operating status lamp
[3] Alarm control lamp 1
[4] USB control lamp
[5] Menu control, lock button
[6] JTAG connection (used at the
factory for maintenance)
[7] USB port
[8] Earth connection
[9] HF output
[10] HF input
[11] HDMI input socket
[12] Power supply socket
Figure 1: HDQ 1 signal converter
The HDQ 1 signal converter encoder has a CE marking. This
confirms that the products comply with the relevant EC directives
and adhere to the requirements specified therein.
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Important safety information
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Important safety information
To avoid any potential risks to the greatest extent possible, you
must adhere to the following safety information:
ACHTUNG: Failure to observe this safety information
may result in personal injury due to electrical and thermal
dangers!
Proper use
Only use the device at the approved operating sites and in the
ambientconditionsallowed(asdescribedinthefollowing),and
only for the purpose described in the section “Proper use”.
Before starting operation of the device
NOTE: Read this operating manual attentively! It contains
important information about installation, ambient conditions
and maintenance of the device. Keep this operating manual
for future use and for handover in the event of a change of
owner or operator. A PDF version of this manual is available
to download on the ASTRO website (there may be a more
recent version).
Check the packaging and the device for transport damage
immediately. Do not start operation of a device that has been
damaged.
Transporting the device by the power cable may damage the
mains cable or the strain relief, and is therefore not permitted.
Installation and operation
The device may only be installed and operated by qualified
persons (in accordance with EN 60065) or by persons who
have been instructed by qualified persons. Maintenance work
may only be carried out by qualified service personnel.
An installation site must be provided that prevents children
from playing with the device and its connections.
The electrical connection conditions must correspond to the
specifications on the device type plate.

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To avoid damage due to overheating, the device may only be
installed on vertical surfaces. The connection for the power
supply unit must point to the right. The installation basis should
be level and non-flammable. Operating position: Device
vertical, with HF sockets at the bottom and external DC power
supply connection on the right.
The permitted ambient temperatures specified in the technical
data must be complied with. If the device overheats, the insu-
lation used to isolate the mains voltage may be damaged.
The device and its cable may only be operated away from
radiant heat and other sources of heat.
To avoid trapped heat, ensure there is good ventilation on all
sides (minimum interval of 20 cm to other objects). Installing
thedevicein recesses or covering the installationlocation, e.g.
with curtains, is not permitted. Ventilation openings may not be
covered.
If the device is installed in a cabinet, ensure adequate air
convection is possible to avoid exceeding the maximum
permitted ambient temperature.
Do not place any objects on the device or on the external
power supply unit.
The subscriber network must be earthed in accordance with
EN 60728-11, and must remain earthed even when the device
is removed.
Thedevice and the power supplyunit do not provide protection
against water and may therefore only be operated and
connected in dry rooms. The device and the external power
supplyunitmustnot beexposedtosplashingordrippingwater,
condensation or similar effects of water, as this may impair the
isolation from the mains voltage.
The mains plug of the external power supply unit is used as a
mains voltage disconnection unit in the event of servicing and
danger, and must therefore be accessible and usable at any
time. The external power supply unit is operational when
connected to the mains power. If the power supply unit is also
connected to the DC socket of the device, the device is also in
operation.
The device may only be powered by the supplied external
power supply unit. The supplied external power supply unit
may only be used to power the device supplied with the
external power supply unit.

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Important safety information
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All adhere to all applicable national safety regulations and
standards.
Excess mechanical loads (e.g. falling, impacts, vibrations)
may damage the insulation used to provide protection from
mains voltage.
High excess currents (lightning strike, surges in the power
utility grid) may damage the insulation used to provide protec-
tion from mains voltage.
If there is no information about intended use (e.g. operating
site, ambient conditions), or the operating manual does not
include the corresponding information, then you must consult
the manufacturer of this device to ensure that the device may
be installed. If you do not receive any information on this from
the manufacturer, do not start operating the device.
The device may only be operated in rooms in which the
permissible ambient temperature can be maintained should
climatic conditions vary (e.g. due to sunlight).
Do not install the device and external power supply unit in loca-
tions with excessive dust formation, as this may impair the
isolation from the mains voltage.
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)
In order to avoid malfunctions from occurring when operating radio
and telecommunications equipment, as well as other operating
units or broadcasting services, the following points must be
observed:
Beforeinstallation, the devicemustbecheckedfor mechanical
damage. Damaged or bent covers or housings may not be
used.
During operation, the device must always be covered by the
components provided for this purpose. Operation with an
opened cover is not permitted.
The braided line or the contact springs may not be damaged
or removed.

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Maintenance
The operating display only shows whether the DC current,
which supplies the device components, has been discon-
nected. However, operating displays (on the power supply unit
or the device) that are not lit up in no way indicate that the
device is completely disconnected from the mains voltage.
There may still be voltages in the external power supply unit
that are dangerous to touch. Even after disconnection from the
mains, there may still be voltages in the external power supply
unitthat remain dangeroustotouchforseveralminutes.Donot
open the case of the device or the external power supply unit.
Read carefully: EN 60728-11 – Part 1, Safety requirements /
No service tasks during electrical storms!
Disconnect the mains plug before cleaning the device!
Repair
Repairs may only be performed by the manufacturer. Improp-
erly performed repairs may result in considerable dangers for
the user.
If malfunctions occur, the device must be disconnected from
the mains and authorised experts must be consulted. The
device may need to be sent to the manufacturer.
General information
Store or use the device in a safe location, well out of reach of
small children. It may contain small parts that can be swal-
lowed or inhaled. Dispose of any small parts that are not
needed.
Plastic bags may have been used for packaging the device.
Keep these plastic bags away from babies and children in
order to avoid any danger of suffocation. Plastic bags are not
toys.
Do not store the device near chemicals or in places in which
anyleakageofchemicals mayoccur.Organicsolventsorfluids
in particular may cause the housing and/or cables to melt or
disintegrate, presenting a danger of fire or electric shock. They
may also cause device malfunctions.
Do not connect the mains adapter provided to any other prod-
ucts.

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Warranty conditions
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Warranty conditions
The general terms and conditions of ASTRO Strobel GmbH apply.
You will find these in the current catalogue or on the Internet under
“www.astro-kom.de”.
Performance description
The HDQ 1 is used to modulate local HDMI sources (e.g. camera,
set-top box, PC) into a QAM or DVB-T output channel. The device
offers the following performance features:
TSloop viaUSB(playback ofarecordedtransportstreamfrom
a USB stick in loop)
QAM signal is fed out via the F socket
Different resolutions
Local operation via keypad and LCD
Power supply via 12 V plug-in power supply unit
Wall mounting
To use the device properly, carefully read the following safety and
operating instructions.
Disposal
All of our packaging material (cardboard boxes, inserts, plastic film
and bags) is completely recyclable.
After use, this device must be disposed of in an orderly manner as
electronic scrap in accordance with the current disposal regulations
of your district / country / state.
ASTRO Strobel is a member of the Elektro system solution for the
disposal of packaging materials. Our contract number is 80395.

Installation proposal
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Installation proposal
PREPARATION:
Before you fix the device in place, first drill four holes
in a perpendicular mounting surface and insert suitable wallplugs.
To dothisplace the device onthewall and mark the four points at
which the holes are to be drilled.
Proceed as follows to fasten the device:
TASK
1. Place the back of the device against the mounting surface so
that its attachment points are exactly above the four screw
heads. The connection sockets of the device must point down-
wards.
2. Now push the housing slightly downwards until the upper
edges of the attachment points press against the screws.
RESULT:
The device is now fixed and can be connected to the power supply
unit.

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Connecting
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Connecting
PREPARATION:
To connect the HDQ 1 connectors proceed as follows:
AUFGABE
1. Plug one F connector each into the input [10] and output [9]
jack (see left) of the device. Make sure that the coaxial cables
are laid with a sufficient bending radius.
2. Connect the ground terminal [8] of the HDQ 1.
3. Insert the plug of the HDMI cable into the HDMI socket [11] of
the HDQ 1.
4. Insert the plug of the second HDMI cable into the HDMI socket
of the device whose transport stream is to be processed by the
HDQ 1 (e.g. camera signal, DVD player).
RESULT:
The device is now connected and you can start the configuration
(see next section “Configuration”).
ATTENTION: If F-connectors are handled improperly
or carelessly, compliance with the EMC limit values cannot
always be ensured.
Figure 3 shows a connection example for the HDQ 1:
Figure 3: Connection example
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12 V DC
HDMI
TV
TV
Cam, DVD, IRD

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Figure 4 shows a connection example with cascade connection of
two HDQ 1 devices. In order to create additional capacities for input
signals, several HDQ 1 can be interconnected. To do this, you must
connect the HF output of one device to the HF input of another.
Figure 4: Connection example with cascade connection
HDMI
TV
12 V DC
12 V DC
TV
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TV, Cam, DVD
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Starting operation
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Starting operation
To start operation of the HDQ 1, youmust connect the device to the
mains using the supplied power supply unit. You do so like this:
Insert the plug of the power supply unit into the power supply
socket of the device [12] (see left).
Connect the mains plug of the power supply unit to the mains.
If the operating status lamp [2] (see left, below) is glows continu-
ously the unit is ready for operation.
ATTENTION: If the operating status light flashes or does
not light up, it may be that
- The power supply unit is defective
- The device is defective, or
- An inadmissible operation is present (e.g. operating error,
wrong power supply unit).
(See “Maintenance and repair” section)
NOTE: The use of another power supply unit with a
different output voltage or polarity can lead to the destruction
of the device as well as to malfunctions and voids the
warranty!
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Operating elements and display
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Operating elements and display
The HDQ 1 is operated via an LC display and a keypad on the top
of the device. Here you will also find three LEDs that indicate the
status of the device.
Figure 5: Operating elements
LC display
Displays the selected menu and parameter settings. The backlight
is activated as soon as the power supply unit of the device is
connected to the mains voltage.
LED
Power: Lights up as soon as the device is connected to the
operating voltage.
Alarm: Lights up in the event of an error,e.g. ifno inputsignal
is present.
USB: Lights up when a USB data source is connected.

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Operating elements and display
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Keypad
Arrow buttons: Use these buttons to navigate through the
individual menus and to change parameter settings.
Up and down arrow: Scroll through the menu
Left and right arrow: Set parameters
Enter: Use this button to access a submenu (if a triangle is
visible in front of the currently displayed menu item) or to save
a new setting.
Menu: Use this button to switch from a submenu to the next
higher menu level.
Lock: Use this button to block input via the keypad to prevent
accidental misuse. Press the Lock button again to enable the
keypad again.
NOTE: Immediately after the device is connected to the
operating voltage, it is started and the keypad is initially
blocked. If you want to operate the HDQ 1, press the Lock
button to unlock the keypad.

Programming
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Programming
After switching on, the device is initialised. The display shows the
information in a set sequence:
Figure 6: The display after switching on
1: Modulation of the output signal
2: Output frequency
3: resolution of the input signal
4: Data rate of the output signal
Now press the Lock button to unlock the keypad.
You are now in the main menu. This contains the following menu
items:
Status: Here you will find the status indicators of the device
(Alarm, Uptime).
Encoder: Here you set the parameters for the encoder of the
device (video, audio).
Modulator: Here you set the parameters for the modulator
(HF frequency, symbol rate, HF level, etc.).
Stream: Hereyou set the parameters for the transport stream
(TSID, ONID, NIT, EIT).
USB device: Here you can configure the use of the USB port
(record transport stream, play transport stream, update soft-
ware, etc.).
System: Here you can make various system settings (save
configuration, factory reset, display system version, etc.).
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Menu overview
Menu overview
Operating elements for navigation in the menu structure
Use the ENTER button to move to the next menu level. Press the MENU button to return to the next
higher menu level.
Use the up and down arrow buttons to move within a menu level to the next or previous menu item.
To change individual parameters, use either the up or down arrow buttons, the left and right arrow
buttons or all four, depending on the parameter.
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Menu overview
“Status” menu