PVI VeCOAX Micromod MS User manual

2014 Advanced model with also USB Recording and PLAY Capabilities,
1080P input over both mpeg2 and mpeg4 modes, low latency encoding
and the newest mpeg4 h264 US TV standard mode
VeCOAX
Micromod MS
Advanced Wall Mount HD Video Modulator
REFERENCE GUIDE

User Manual
Thank you for buying this Micromod.
Please read this manual carefully to install, use and maintain the Micromod in the best conditions of
performance. Keep this manual for future reference.
Directory
CHAPTER 1 Product Introductions..............................................................3
General Description......................................................................................3
Technical Specifications...............................................................................4
CHAPTER 2 Safety Instruction and Installations.........................................6
Safety Instructions........................................................................................6
Installations...................................................................................................6
Chapter 3 Operations of TS Creator Software.............................................9
Installation.....................................................................................................9
Operations of “Creator”...............................................................................10
File Management........................................................................................11
CHAPTER 4 Operations and Management...............................................13
Chapter 5 Operations of Record TS and Play TS through USB Disk........20
Appendix.....................................................................................................23

CHAPTER 1 Product Introductions
General Description
MICROMOD series HD Modulator is PVI’s consumer electronics which allow audio/video signal input in
TV distributions and video recorded and playback through a USB port with applications in home
entertainment, hotel Digital Signage, shops etc.
It is an all-in-one device integrating MPEG2 HD/SD & MPEG4 AVC/H.264 HD/SD encoding and
modulating to convert video/audio signals to DVB-T RF out.
The signals source could be from satellite receivers, closed-circuit television cameras, Blue-ray players,
and *.ts files created on PC with our TS Creator.exe. Its output signal is to be received by DVB-T TVs or
DVB-T STBs etc.
Control Buttons and LCD Window
DC 12V Power in
RF out
Composite Video Input via RCA (CVBS
RF
in
Component Video Input via RCA (YPbPr
HDMI Input Left/Right Audio Input
USB Port for Video Record, Save,
Playback and System Upgrade

Technical Specifications
Encoding Section
HDMI
Video
Encoding MPEG-2, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
Interface HDMI*1
Resolution 1920*1080_60P, 1920*1080_50P (for MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 only)
1920*1080_60i, 1920*1080_50i; 1280*720_60p, 1280*720_50P
Bit rate 1.000~19.000 Mbps
Audio
Encoding MPEG1 Layer II, MPEG2-AAC, MPEG4-AAC
Interface HDMI
Sample rate 48KHz
Bit rate 64, 96,128, 192, 256, 320, 384kbps
YPbPr/
CVBS
Video
Encoding MPEG-2, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
Interface CVBS *1, YPbPr*1
Resolution
CVBS: 720x576_50i (PAL); 720x480_60i (NTSC)
YPbPr: 1920*1080_60i, 1920*1080_50i; 1280*720_60p,
1280*720_50P
Bit rate 1.000~19.000 Mbps
Audio
Encoding MPEG1 Layer II, MPEG2-AAC, MPEG4-AAC
Interface 1*Stereo /2 mono
Sample rate 48KHz
Bit rate 64, 96,128, 192, 256, 320, 384kbps
DVB-T Modulator Section
Standard DVB-T COFDM
Bandwidth 6M, 7M, 8M
Constellation QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM,
Code rate 1/2, 2/3, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8.
Guard Interval 1/32, 1/16, 1/8, 1/4
Transmission Mode: 2K, 8K
MER ≥42dB
RF frequency 30~960MHz, 1KHz step
RF output level -16~ -36 dBm (71~91 dbµV), 0.1db step
System
Management Local control: LCD + control buttons
Language English
LCN Insertion yes
General
Power supply DC 12V

Dimensions 144*238*52mm
Weight Approx 1kg
Operation temperature 0~45
℃

CHAPTER 2 Safety Instruction and Installations
Safety Instructions
WARNING: Hot plug is not allowed since it may cause system halted.
To prevent fire or electrical shock, do not expose the device to rain or moisture.
The Micromod is powered with a voltage of 12V DC. The power supply voltage
must not exceed the recommended voltage, which otherwise may cause irreparable
damage to the device and the invalidation of the warranty. Therefore:
Do not replace power supply with a voltage greater than 12V DC.
Do not connect the device to the power if the power cord is damaged.
Do not plug the device into mains supply until all cables have been connected
correctly.
Do not cut the cord.
Avoid placing the device next to central heating components and in areas of high
humidity.
Do not cover the device with elements that obstruct the ventilation slots.
If the Micromod has been kept in cold conditions for a long time, keep it in a warm room
minimum 2 hours before plugging into the mains.
Mount the device in vertical position with the connectors located on the top side.
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used
replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as
the original part. Unauthorized substitutes may result in fire, electric shock or other
hazards.
Safety check- Upon completion of any service or repairs to this device, ask the service
technician to perform safety checks to determine that the device is in proper condition.
Installations
RISK of damage to the unit
Mechanically handling the unit may result in damage. Do not connect the unit to the
power supply before or during assembly. Connect the unit as below instructed.
NO HOT PLUG AND
CONNECT THE CABLE AS
FOLLOWING STEPS.
1

1.Connect the signal input in the
respective connectors. The
signal source can be from a
surveillance monitor, DVD,
set-top box, CCTV and etc.
2.Optionally, connect the
loop-through RF input coaxial
cable.
3.Connect cable to RF output to
STB/TV.
4.Power supply connection: a)
Connect the earth cable; b)
Connect the power plug to
the unit mains connector; c)
Connect the power plug to
the mains socket.
Cascade Installation
MICROMOD unit has 1 TV signal
to RF output encoded as DVB-T
Digital TV signal.
Several MICROMOD units can be
cascaded in order to increase the
capacity. The maximum capacity
of a series of N units is 1xN
incorporated TV signals. To
cascade 2 or more units, connect
the RF output of the preceding
unit to the TV input (loop-through)
of the next unit (see right
illustration).
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3
4
5

Chapter 3 Operations of TS Creator Software
MICROMOD Micromod has a function to create TS videos with the software supplied
with the product. Users can create *.ts files containing images, videos and audios in a
simple and intuitive way, and play them on a television through MICROMOD’s USB port.
File format supported include:
Image: JPG, PNG, BMP, GIF/Video: MP4, WMV, AVI, MPG, TS, MKV… /Audio: MP3,
WAV
Installation
Installation
Download our creator software from
www.provideoinstruments.com/tsc.zip
1. Download our “TS Creator” software package on your PC to get the installer and its
auxiliary routine.
2. Occasionally, if your PC hasn’t installed “Net Frame 2.0” yet, double-click
“NetFx20SP2_x86.exe” until complete the installation.
3. Double-click “Setup.exe” application to install the “Creator” and generate a
desktop shortcut.

Operations of “Creator”
Double-click the “Creator” shortcut icon, it will trigger an operation interface like below:
To set the playing time for pictures you insert.
To set the resolution for the output video
Click to add audios
Click to set a save path for the TS video to be created.
Click to add Images and videos
Click to adjust the order of Images/videos
Click to delete the Images/videos