Cable-Tronix CT-HDIPSS Instruction sheet

INSTALLATION & CONFIGURATION MANUAL
CT-HDIPSS
HD IP Streaming Server

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Table of Contents
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ............................................................................................................................ 3
PACKAGE CONTENTS .............................................................................................................................. 3
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION.......................................................................................................................... 4
SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................................................................................... 5
INSTALLATION........................................................................................................................................ 6
UNPACKING and INSPECTION................................................................................................................................6
HARDWARE INSTALLATION and CONNECTIONS .....................................................................................................6
Front-Panel ............................................................................................................................................ 7
Procedure to connect to the Streaming Server via the Network port ....................................................... 8
Streaming methods ..............................................................................................................................19
Case 1: DLNA ......................................................................................................................................................19
Case 2: UDP/RTP Multicasting.............................................................................................................................21
Case 3: TCP/UDP/RTP Unicasting.........................................................................................................................23
RTSP...................................................................................................................................................................25
HDIP Streaming Server Notes.................................................................................................................27

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The presence of this symbol is to alert the installer and user to the presence of
uninsulated dangerous voltages within the product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to produce a risk of electric shock.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
DEVICE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DO NOT OPEN THE UNIT. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY.
DO NOT apply power to the unit until all connections have been made, all components have been
installed and all wiring has been properly terminated.
DO NOT terminate, change or uninstall any wiring without first disconnecting the unit’s power adapter
from the device.
This device is supplied with the appropriately rated 12VDC power supply with the center pin positive.
The use of any other power supply could cause damage and invalidate the manufacturer’s warranty.
DO NOT power on the unit until all cables and connections to the device have been properly connected.
The device should be installed in an environment consistent with its operating temperature
specifications. Placement next to heating devices and ducts is to be avoided as doing so may cause
damage. The device should not be placed in areas of high humidity.
DO NOT cover any of the device’s ventilation openings.
If the device has been in a cold environment allow it to warm to room temperature for at least 2 hours
before connecting power.
PACKAGE CONTENTS
This package contains:
One CT-HDIPSS IP Streaming Server
One Adaptor
One installation / configuration manual
Inspect the package before starting installation to ensure there is no damage and all supplied contents are
present. Contact your distributor or dealer should the device be damaged or package contents are
incomplete.

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Cabletronix’s CT-HDIPSS HD IP Streamer allows the user to stream any one audio/video
source over an IP Network to multiple Smart HDTV's or connected computers within the IP
Network. The IP Streamer accepts a HDMI, Component, or Composite video input and the
unit is designed to deliver a rich HD/SD Streaming experience for its users deploying
MPEG-2 or MPEG-4 standards.
The CT-HDIPSS HD Streaming server enables high-definition streaming with resolutions
up to 1080p, providing a high quality viewing experience for your customer. The unit is
MPEG-2 or MPEG-4 switchable and supports UDP/RTP Streaming. The compact design
saves space and is easily controlled via a web UI for rapid deployment.
The CT-HDIPSS series features:
Front panel LED Status Display
Output video resolution: Up to 1080p60
HDMI, Component, Composite inputs with auto detection
Dual Mode H.264 AVC / MPEG-2 selectable
RTSP
USB media player
Closed Captioning Support
Output audio format : MPEG-1-Layer2(MP2), AAC, Supports Dolby® Digital encoding
*Dolby is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories.
Easy installation and use
Web UI for setup and control
Gigabit Ethernet port
Light weight and compact design

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SPECIFICATIONS
*Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
*Specifications subject to change without notification.
Interfaces Ethernet (output)
USB USB 2.0
Video Input HDMI, YPbPr, CVBS
Audio Input Analog, Coaxial SPDIF, Optical SPDIF
Encoding Output Video Format MPEG-2, AVC
Output Audio Format
Resolution 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p
Output Video bitrate
Output Audio bitrate 128, 256, 384Kbps
Streaming Protocols
File Format Supported
MISC MediaServer 1.5
Closed Caption Yes
Power Supply 12VDC 1.5Amp.
Consumption 500mA
Dimension 236mm x 155mm x 35mm
Weight 940g
Combined IP Output Port (1Gbps) /
Management Port (10Mbps)
MPEG-1 Layer2(MP2), AAC,
Supports Dolby® Digital encoding
MPEG-2 HD: 10~20Mbps
MPEG-2 SD: 2~8Mbps
AVC HD: 2~10Mbps
AVC SD: 1~4Mbps
HTTP
UDP/RTP multicast
UDP/RTP unicast
TCP unicast
USB Media
Player
A MPEG Transport Stream file (with file name suffix”.ts”
A Matroska or WebM file (with filename suffix “ .mkv” or “ webm”)
An Ogg file (with filename suffix “ .ogg”, “ .ogv”, or “ opus”)
A MPEG-1 or 2 Program Stream file (with file name suffix :.mpg”)
A MPEG-4 Video Elementary Stream file(with the name suffix “ .m4e”
A H.264 Video Elementary Stream file (with file name suffix”.264”)
A H.265 Video Elementary Stream file
Digital Living Network
Alliance (DLNA)

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INSTALLATION
System Installer must adhere to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines
for proper grounding and specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the
grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as possible.
UNPACKING and INSPECTION
Each unit is shipped factory tested. Ensure all items are removed from the container prior to discarding any
packing material.
Thoroughly inspect the unit for shipping damage with particular attention to connectors and controls. If there
is any sign of damage to the unit or damaged or loose connectors contact your distributor immediately. Do
not put the equipment into service if there is any indication of defect or damage.
HARDWARE INSTALLATION and CONNECTIONS
It is highly recommended that quality cables and connectors be used for all video and audio source
connections
1. Connect the media source (Satellite STB, Media player, or other media device) to the
HDIP streaming server by HDMI, YPbPr, or CVBS cables.
2. Connect the HDIP streaming server to local area network (LAN)
3. Plug the power adapter to the device and power up
4. Network Setup
5. In the same network segment, find the HDIP streaming server from Windows XP/7 “My
Network Places”
** Note: For Windows XP enable UpnP.
6. Open the streaming server’s configuration web page by double-clicking the device
icon(XP)
7. There are three (3) use cases supported by HDIP streamer: DLNA media server,
UDP/RTP multicasting, and TCP/UDP/RTP unicasting.
Limitations:
1. All UPnP/DLNA devices, including the HDIP streaming server (media-server), media-
players, the SmartTV, the set-top-box, and the controlling PC, should be located within
same network segment/LAN.
2. If a DHCP server is present in the private network, the HDIP streaming server will use
the IP address assigned by the DHCP server.
3. If no DHCP server is present, the HDIP streaming server will use an assigned IP
address (169.254.xxx.x).

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Front-Panel
Buttons/LEDs
Description
Reboot button
Reboots the device (unsaved settings will be lost)
RST / UPG
button
To reset all the settings of the device to factory default:
1.Press and hold the RST/UPG button and boot-up the
device
2.Hold the button until CFG led to flashes 10 times
(about 10 seconds)
3.After the CFG led stops flashing release the button
To upgrade firmware using the USB port:
1.Plug-in the USB drive with the upgraded firmware
image (“hdip_upg.img”)
2.Press and hold the RST/UPG button and boot-up the
device
3.USB led will flash while copying the image from USB
drive (about 3~5 seconds)
4.Wait until the CFG led stop flashing
5.Release the RST/CFG button and wait for the device
to reboot and upgrade the firmware (about 1
minutes)
PWR
Power is ON
CFG
Indicates device is in configuration mode
USB
Indicates USB drive is mounted
MPEG-2
Indicates device is encoding video using MPEG-2
AVC
Indicates device is encoding video using AVC
MP2
Indicates device is encoding audio using MPEG-1 Layer 2
AAC
Indicates device is encoding audio using AAC
Dolby Digital
Indicates device is encoding audio using Dolby®Digital
For
recording
IP

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Procedure to connect to the Streaming Server via the Network port
The following procedure will allow the installer to setup the Streaming Server via the GUI
1. Connecting a standard CAT5e cable from HDIP Network port to to a switch then connecting
from the switch to TV and PC.
2. Set the PC via the Control Panel to “Obtain an IP address automatically”
Start- Control Panel ==> View Network Status and Tasks
3. Select 'Change Adapter Settings' from the left plane

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4. Select Local Area Connection Icon
Then Right Click – Select Properties
Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4) Properties

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5. Select “Obtain an IP address automatically” & “Obtain DNS server address automatically”

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6. After setting the PC to obtain IP address & Obtain DNS server automatically
Select Start ==> Computer ==> Network
7. After selecting Network- the CT-HDIPSS Icon will show up on the right side under Media
Devices. Each device found will be displayed by the Device Address.

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8. Right Click on the device icon, Select 'View Device Webpage'

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9. Overview Welcome page will be displayed

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On the Welcome Screen, we have added a tool to help the installer locate a unit in a rack or
headend. Press the LED ON button (shown below). This will cause the CFG LED light to flash
continuously for the installer to identify and locate the HDIP. To turn off, simply press the
LED tool again.

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Encoder Setup :
User Name: admin Default Password: Admin123
Once the Welcome Page is displayed select the Encoder Setup tab and the below Login
“Authentication Required” screen will be presented. Enter the User Name and Password then click
Login.

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Enable Closed Caption :
1. Connect Video source to HDMI or YPbPr port.
2. Connect Video with supporting Closed Caption source to CVBS port.
3. A supporting Closed Caption Player/TV must be used for this function.
\
Closed Caption input

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Streaming Setup:

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Network Configuration :

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Administration:
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