Data-Tronix DT-IPTV-QAM-ASI-8HCW Instruction Manual

USER GUIDE & INSTALLATION MANUAL
DT-IPTV-QAM-ASI-8HCW
8 Input HD Digital Encoder-Modulator

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Table of Contents
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS...........................................................................................................................................3
PACKAGE CONTENTS .............................................................................................................................................3
Product Description .............................................................................................................................................4
Specifications.......................................................................................................................................................5
Hardware Installations and Connections .............................................................................................................6
SECTION 2 DEVICE PROGRAMMING AND SETUP:...............................................................................................6
Connecting to the GUI Interface: .........................................................................................................................6
Factory Default IP: 192.168.1.9 ...........................................................................................................................6
Encoder Programming and Setup via GUI Interface:...........................................................................................7
Overview Page of DT-IPTV-QAM-ASI-8HCW .....................................................................................................7
System Parsing / Response Time:.......................................................................................................................8
GUI Login Password:...........................................................................................................................................8
ENCODER SETUP.....................................................................................................................................................9
STREAMING SETUP ...............................................................................................................................................11
Disabling IP Streams: ........................................................................................................................................11
RF SETUP ................................................................................................................................................................12
ASI Control:......................................................................................................................................................14
NETWORK CONFIGURATION ................................................................................................................................15
Management IP Setup: ......................................................................................................................................15
Streaming IP SETUP: .........................................................................................................................................15
SECTION 7 ADMINISTRATION ...............................................................................................................................16
Reboot: ..............................................................................................................................................................16
Reset to Default:................................................................................................................................................16
Backup:..............................................................................................................................................................16
Restore/Upload saved file configurations: .........................................................................................................16
Change Password: ............................................................................................................................................17
Private Address Ranges, IPv4...........................................................................................................................17
PRODUCT NOTES:..................................................................................................................................................18

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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 power supply. The use of any other power supply could
cause damage and invalidate the manufacturer’s warranty.
DO NOT connect the power cord to the device if the power cord is damaged.
DO NOT cut the power cord.
DO NOT plug the power cord into an AC outlet 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.
DO NOT cover or obstruct the device’s fan or fan openings.
If the device has been in a cold environment allow it to warm to room temperature for at least 2 hours before
connecting to an AC outlet.
Package Contents
This package contains:
DT-IPTV-QAM-ASI-8HCW Encoder / Modulator
One power cable
9 DIN to RCA Breakout cables
8 HDMI cables
One installation / configuration manual
Inspect the package before starting installation to ensure there is no damage and all supplied contents are present.

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Product Description
The DT-IPTV-QAM-ASI-8HCW Encoder/Modulator provides a dynamic independent DVB-C Annex B (QAM-B) output
along with 8 IP and ASI (MPTS) streams making it ideal for any Commercial RF system. The high quality HD design
allows for watching action packed movies and sports channels on any HDTV. The DT-IPTV-QAM-ASI-8HCW
Encoder/Modulator is a feature rich Digital Encoding platform allowing it to be deployed in a variety of installations.
This space saving design delivers up to 8 High Quality HD/SD DVB-C Annex B channels in a single 1RU space.
4 Frequency Independent QAM outputs (2 video channels per QAM)
High Resolution up to 1080i/1080p
3 VCN Modes
GUI for easy setup and control
HDMI, Component / Composite via DIN cable
Up to 8 selectable SPTS IP Streams
Up to 8 selectable ASI Streams with MPTS output
MPEG2 or H.264 (AVC) Video (Selectable) Output
> +41dB MER, 44dB Typical
Closed Captioning Support
38 dBmV Output
Rack mountable 1RU height

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Specifications
Video/Audio Input
HDMI
Connectors
8 x HDMI
Audio
Embedded PCM/
Dolby Digital Pass Through
Component/Composite
Connectors
8 Sets of Mini DIN to 6x RCA
(Y, Pb, Pr) or
(Video, Audio L & R) 2.to Mini
DIN?
Audio
Analog
EAS
Connectors Composite (Video, Audio L & R)
from Mini DIN to 6x RCA Cable
Trigger
Mechanism
5-12 VDC & Dry Contact Closure
(Terminal Strip)
Output
QAM
Connector
1x “F” Female
Modulation
256-QAM
Standard
J.83 Annex B
Frequency Range
57 to 861 MHz (Under STD Mode)
4 Independent RF Frequencies
Channels’
Bandwidth
6 MHz
Output Level
40dBmV (± 1dBmV) Typical
Output Impedance 75 ohm
Level Adjustment
0 to -20 dB
VCN
Auto (Major & Minor)/Manual
(Major & Minor) /Manual (1 Part)
Carrier
Suppression
55 dB
RF Output
Return Loss
10 dB Typical
Signal-to-
Noise Ratio
42 dB Typical
MER 40dB Typical
ASI
Connector
Single Connector, 8 Contents in
MPTS
Format
DVB-ASI
Standard ETSI EN 50083-9
GigE
Connector
Dual RJ-45
Standard
Web Management100Base-T
Ethernet, Full Duplex IP Streaming
Output 1000Base-T Ethernet,
Full Duplex
UDP/RTP
MPEG-TS over UDP / RTP
Unicast and Multicast, 8 Separate
SPTS
Video/Audio Encoding Profile
Video
Resolution
1080p (H.264 Only)/
1080i/720p/480p/576i/480i
Video Codecs
MPEG-2
MP@HL
Resolution
1080p (H.264 Only)/
1080i/720p/480p/576i/480i
Video Codecs
H.264 (HD)
> 1080p30, HP@Level 4.2/
≦1080p30, HP@Level 4
>720p30, HP@Level 3.2/
≦720p30, HP@Level 3.1
Video Codecs
H.264 (SD)
Frame Rate> 30, MP@Level 3.1/
≦30, Level 3
Aspect Ratio
4:3 &16:9
Video Bitrate
(Bitrate
Adjustable)
MPEG-2 HD:10.0Mbps - 20.0Mbps/
MPEG-2 SD 2.0 Mbps -8.0 Mbps/
H.264 HD: 2.0Mbps -10.0Mbps/
H.264 SD: 1.0Mbps -4.0Mbps
Audio
Audio Codecs
MPEG-2 Layer II/AAC/AC-3
Pass Through/AC-3 Encode
Closed Captioning
Mini DIN to 6x
RCA (Y,Pb, Pr;
Y, L, R)
EIA-608; 1x RCA (cc)
Mini DIN to
Mini DIN with
1x RCA (Y)
EIA-608; 1x RCA (cc)
General
Forensic
Watermarking
Capable for users to key in 64
Alphanumeric Characters
(Model Name with Suffix “W”)
Local Monitoring
8 Input Status LEDs /
Single Power LED
Browsers
Supported
Firefox, Chrome
Password
Protected
GUI: Changeable
Fan Cooled
Internal
Power Supply
12VDC 5.4 Amp.
Consumption
Quad: 30W/Octo: 50W Typical
Dimension
1RU, Housing:
17.24 in. x 11.25 in. x 1.74 in.
438mm x 286mm x 44.20mm
Weight
11.3 lbs.
Language
English
*Subject to change without notifications

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 Installations and Connections
It is highly recommended that quality cables and connectors be used for all video and audio source connections.
1. The unit is designed to be rack mounted in a standard EIA19” rack.
2. The unit comes standard with HDMI and DIN inputs (Component and Composite video inputs). The HDDB-8604
encoder / modulator is intelligently designed to detect the video input from the video source. HDMI Connection:
Connect the HDMI cable(s) from the video source(s) into the HDMI input(s). Or, Connect the DIN Cable to the
back of the encoder as required using the DIN to DIN or DIN to breakout cable.
Repeat this step for each video source connection required.
Be sure the connections for each source are consistent with the unit’s inputs (IN1…IN8).
3. Use a quality 75Ω coaxial cable with “F” connectors from the unit’s RF OUT jack to the distribution system
(combiner or reverse splitter) or directly to a television.
4. Connect the included power cord to the unit’s POWER plug.
5. Connect the power cord to an appropriately rated AC power outlet.
Section 2 DEVICE Programming and Setup:
Connecting to the GUI Interface:
Factory Default IP: 192.168.1.9
1. Connect an Ethernet cable directly (no Cross Over cable required) to the Web Management Port on the rear
panel of the encoder or connect the Ethernet cable to an Ethernet switch. Connect an Ethernet Cable to your
PC/Laptop.
2. Modify your PC/Laptop IP address to 192.168.1.100.
3. Enter ‘192.168.1.9’ into your web browser.
4. Enter GUI and make required device changes.
5. Save all changes as required, upload and reboot changes.
6. Verify parameters then end web session.

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Encoder Programming and Setup via GUI Interface:
After connecting the device to the “Web Management” port located on the rear of the device and connecting to a PC /
Laptop.
Step 1: Enter Device's IP address in web browser.
Overview Page of DT-IPTV-QAM-ASI-8HCW
FIG 1: full view of Overview page showing the Encoder’s status.

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Overview of DT-IPTV-QAM-ASI-8HCW
FIG 2: Above shows inputs 1-8 system status including: Video Source parameter, Video Output setting, Audio Output,
Bitrate, and more.
The Overview page provides a quick snapshot of the DT-IPTV-QAM-ASI-8HCW when fully functioning.
System Parsing / Response Time:
The initial System Parsing time will vary as the system identifies and populates the required parameters.
As the user navigates the device's menu note that a small delay may occur in populating the data on the screen as the
system is constantly performing system parsing and system house keeping functions.
Step 2: Enter User Name/Password
Select Encoder Setup
Once the Encoder Setup Tab is selected you will be prompted to enter the user name and password for device.
GUI Login Password:
Default User Name: admin
Default Password: Admin123

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Note: To change the Password for the GUI go to the Administration Tab.
Encoder Setup page allows the integrator to select and set the parameters needed for each stream.
1. Select the “Edit” Icon.
2. Select and set the specific parameters settings as required.
(you can select and set all the parameters for all the encoders at one time)
3. After setting all the required parameters- Select the edit icon again.
- Note: All changed parameters will be shown in red.
4. Select “Active/Inactive” to activate for remaining parameters as required.
5. Select “Save and Confirm” to save all changed parameters.
6. Select “Apply” in the pop-up window.

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IP Streaming Setup
1. Enable the Stream by selecting the check box 1-8.
(All streams can be enabled at the same time by using the “master” checkbox)
2. Enter the stream Destination IP [example: udp://224.1.1.4:1234].
3. Set the TTL value.
4. Select ‘Save and Confirm’ once all the streams are setup.
Disabling IP Streams:
The DT-IPTV-QAM-ASI-8HCW offers the user a SPTS output stream. Each Stream can be disabled as required.
To disable an IP Stream uncheck the checkbox in front of the appropriate IP Stream_ID (1-8).

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RF Setup
Use the RF Setup Page to setup each RF Output.
The DT-IPTV-QAM-ASI-8HCW Manual V1.0 offers the integrator the ability to set the output channel independently of the
other output channels of the DT-IPTV-QAM-ASI-8HCW Manual V1.0 Encoder. This professional parameter allows the
integrator greater flexibility for placing video streams within the system. Each RF/QAM (2 streams per RF) can be
allocated independently.
1. Select RF Output Setup from the menu.
2. Enable/Disable RF1-RF4 by checking or unchecking Checkbox (as required).
3. Modify the RF TS-ID (as required).
4. Select and Set RF Type.
5. Select and Set Channel Type.
6. Select and Set Ch/Freq required.
7. Select and Set Attenuation (if required).
8. Select and Set required Constellation.
9. Modify Interleaver (if required).
10. Modify ASI TS_ID (if required)
11. Select / Remove any ASI Program/Stream (as required).
12. Save and Confirm all changes made.
Note: The DT-IPTV-QAM-ASI-8HCW allows the integrator the ability to set the output channels independently of the other
3 output channels.

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Example 1: Example 1 shows RF1- RF4 with a large frequency separation.
Example 2: Example 2 shows RF1- RF4 with a small frequency separation.
Note: If the RF is disabled, the frequency will not be occupied.
- If a stream is disabled, the stream will occupy the channel frequency even if not present in the RF diagram.
CH # 10
(195 MHz)
CH# 23
(219 MHz)
CH# 59
(435 MHz)
CH# 100
(651 MHz)
CH#102
(663 MHz)
CH# 104
(675 MHz)
CH# 106
(687 MHz)
CH# 110
(771 MHz)
Note:
Stream 1
has been
disabled
Disabled
RF/QAM

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ASI Control:
The DT-IPTV-QAM-ASI-8HCW offers the integrator a MPTS ASI output stream.
1. Modify the ASI TS_ID as required.
2. Remove/Add ASI streams as required.
3. Select Save and Confirm to save all modified parameters.
Disable RF/QAM: The DT-IPTV-QAM-ASI-8HCW offers the integrator the ability to disable a RF QAM.
To disable a RF (QAM) output, “uncheck” the checkbox associated with the RF QAM.
Application Note:
When installing more than 1 device into a system, each device must have a unique RF TS_ID and ASI TS_ID.
We highly recommend you save your encoder configuration files.
See Administration tab for how to backup device settings.

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Network Setup Tab
Management IP Setup:
Use the Network Setup to configure the device’s Management Port’s IP address (GUI address) of the device, Subnet
Mask, Gateway, Enable/Disable DHCP, and set Host Name.
Save and Confirm: Once all parameters are set remember to Save and Confirm all changes.
Streaming IP SETUP:
Use the Streaming IP tab to modify the Streaming IP port of the device as required.
Save and Confirm: Once all parameters are set remember to Save and Confirm all changes.

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Section 7 Administration
Reboot:
Use the Reboot command button to reboot the device.
Note: Any unsaved changes will be lost.
Reset to Default:
Use the Reset to Default button to reset all parameters to original factory settings.
Saving your configuration files
We highly recommend you save your configuration files. Simply Select the “Backup” button
and the config files will be saved to your computer.
Backup:
We highly recommend saving your device’s setting.
1. Select Administration.
2. Select Backup from the menu.
3. Locate and name file for future use.
Restore/Upload saved file configurations:
1. Select Administration.
2. Select “Choose file” menu.
3. Locate the required file to be imported.
4. Select “Upload” to import the selected file into the device.
5. Remember to save and backup any and all changes.

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Change Password:
Use the Change Password section to change or modify the device’s password as desired.
Save and Confirm new password.
Private Address Ranges, IPv4
Private IPv4 addresses are addresses set aside by the IANA (Internet Assigned Numbers Authority) for use within
networks that will not directly communicate or not be seen by the internet. These private addresses cannot be used on the
Internet or be used to communicate with the Internet. ISP’s filter out and delete packets using private IP addresses. Any
organization that uses private IP addresses on devices that communicate with the internet must use a device that
performs Network Address Translation.
Anyone can us private addresses and they are not required to seek permission to use them. Again, networks using private
IP addresses cannot communicate directly with the internet.
There are three blocks of addresses that are set aside by IANA for use in private internets and are not publicly routable on
the global internet:
Private Class A Range: 10.0.0.0 -10.255.255.255
Private Class B Range: 172.16.0.0 - 172.31.255.255
Private Class C Range: 192.168.0.0 - 192.168.255.255
It is important to note that only some of the 172.xx.xx.xx and the 192.xx.xx.xx address ranges are designated for private
use. The remaining addresses are public and can be routable via the global Internet.
More information regarding private addresses can be found at http://www.iana.org and https://www.arin.net

Product Notes: