Avermedia AVerCaster Combo F236 User manual

The Most Cost-Effective TV/Video Streaming Solution
AVerCaster Combo (F236)
Unlimited users．Robust broadcasting．Easy management
Featuring multicast over IP network, AVerCaster Combo can distribute high-definition digital TV,
analog TV and various video contents to an unlimited number of users over the same network
simultaneously. And AVerCaster Combo can support various kinds of client devices, such as
computer, IP-STB, kiosk, digital signage and hospital infotainment devices. In addition, this product
is equipped with intuitive web-based content control interface, high video transmission quality and
AVerMedia’s quality technical support, which realizes a seamless and cost-effective solution for
maximum audience reach.
Usage Scenario
Speech/Lecture
AVerCaster Combo supports video sources from camcorder
and other AV devices, allowing distribution of live speech to
a large audience physical located at multiple sites, such as
professors’ lectures to students in different classrooms, and
CEO’s talks to employees at multiple offices.
Advertising and Entertainment
AVerCaster Combo enables live TV programs/commercial
videos streaming to an unlimited number of LAN-connected
panels. It helps business owners to achieve the maximum
advertising effect, and to win more customers with media and
entertaining services. Such as:
●Digital signage/kiosk in public station, airport, chain store,
shopping mall, hotel lobby and elevators in office building
●TV displays for live news and sports games in restaurant
and sports bar
●Infotainment systems in hospital ward or treadmills in fitness
center
AVerCaster Combo streams live TV and video to an
unli mite d number of users on a LAN en vironment. Comparing
to the traditional coaxial cable or aerial based TV/video
distribution systems, it provides the most cost- effective solution
for small and medium-sized enterprises.

Input Source
AVerCaster Combo
Multiple Client Devices
AV-in
Computer
AVerCaster Combo
Camcorder
Digital signage / Kiosk
Multicast
(LAN)
Switch
Digital TV
(DVB-T)
TV / IP-STB
Analog TV
Infotainment
3 Super Savings for Enterprises
Multicast technology SAVES huge investment
AVerCaster Combo’s multicast streaming function enables enterprises
to distribute live TV programs or video contents to an unlimited number
of client devices at the same time over the LAN, which saves the
expense for traditional broadcasting equipments, such as STB and
cabling. AVerCaster Combo supports various kinds of client devices.
The multicast TV/video could be viewed on Windows, Mac and Linux
computers, as well as on IP STB, kiosk, digital signage and infotainment
devices. In other word, enterprises can take advantage of the benefits
of TV/video multicast with relatively low total cost.
Easy central control SAVES lousy management
AVerCaster Combo adopts intuitive web management interface for
content management which could be easily accessed from any PC
connected to the local network. Its SNMP support further facilitates
head-end monitoring. To address various business demands, each
AVerCaster Combo unit could be configured to broadcast 2 different
TV/video sources and even multiple digital TV programs from MPTS at
the same time. Moreover, the device is easy to set up and easy to carry
around, which provides a flexible and scalable solution for TV/video
distribution over LAN.
Reliable streaming technology SAVES risk
Based on AVerMedia’s expertise of powerful streaming technology
and the effective network bandwidth usage nature of IP multicast,
AVerCaster Combo enables long-term multicasting with high reliability.
In addition, AVerMedia also provides quality technical support to ensure
the best practice for enterprises.
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Note: After the initial configuration on a Windows-based PC, any computer within
the local network can be used for content control via web management.
Product Specifications
TV System
DVB-T
Analog (NTSC/PAL/SECAM)
Input
Signal
75 ΩTV Antenna
Composite
S-Video
Audio R/L
Video
Format
DVB-T: MPEG2/H.264 (SD/HD)
Analog TV & Input Video: MPEG2 (SD)
*The audio & video quality of analog sources can
be configured. (Max. bitrate is 8MB/s)
Transport Protocol
UDP/RTP
Transport Mode
Unicast/Multicast
IP Interface
RJ45 10/100*1
System
CPU: MIPS 500MHz
RAM: 64MB
Memory: 8MB Flash (for firmware and con-
figurations)
Power
5V/2A: 10W Maximum
Operating
Environment
Temperature: 0-40°C/32-104°F
Humidity: 0-80% RHNC
Storage Environment
Temperature: -30-60°C/-22-140°F
Humidity: 0-90% RHNC
Weight
843g
Dimensions
230mm (L) x 124mm (W) x 42mm (H)
Supported
Client
VLC Media Player for Windows/Linux/Mac
mPlayer for Linux
IP-STB (multicast MPEG2-SPTS streaming)
Package
Contents
AVerCaster Combo
Adapter
Installation CD
Quick Installation Guide