PVI VECOAX ULTRA RF Series User manual

VECOAX ULTRA RF SERIES USER MANUAL

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NOTE: BEFORE INSTALLATION
Please test each unit UNMOUNTED ON A TEST BENCH with your Test
TV before installing your units to ensure you are receiving the Test
Pattern signal. Then Program your unit.
This makes troubleshooting easier.
This can be done simply by connecting your TV with a short piece of
Coax cable to the RF out of the Unit. No HDMI needs to be connected
for this test.
This will display our test pattern on your TV once you scan for digital
By default, our unit is set to QAM (J.83B Cable) mode.
This can be changed by referring to our QUICK GUIDE below.
Depending on your supported TV standards, scan for digital channels.
Please refer below for our QUICK GUIDE to setting up your device for
your application and needs.

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NOTE: DEFAULT IP ADDRESS
The Default IP of this unit is 192.168.0.136
This is entirely optional, and you can configure the entire unit without the web interface if you wish.
To configure the unit using the web interface, go to Page 19 (Connecting to a PC).
If no IP address shows please use the preset menu to default the IP address, see Page 8.
PRODUCT SPECS
Power - 120v/AC. Environment Ambient Temp Max/Min 0 to 70°C 30-65% humidity
All Major TV Encoder standards built-in. No need to reprogram or flash the unit to a different Format.
QAM (J.83B Digital Cable), ATSC (Digital Over the Air Channels), ISDB-T, DVB-T, DVB-C, DMBT Set via
Color Display
Modulator Design allows for Future upgrades
Universal HDMI inputs work with any TV Standard HDMI video sources and closed caption 608
Injects directly on the existing TV Cables with other channels (This depends on the Available
Frequencies for your Coax Network as well as existing cable providers)
Customize channel names & numbers
Delivers perfect Full HD up to Signal at any distance (depend on video source quality)
Ultra-Low latency provides the ability to use menus on your HDMI source with ease.
Works with many different Digital tuner TV brands including Samsung, Sony, Vizio, LG, and More.
Easy Plug and Play Setup with customization options available in the easy to use menu via a Color
Display.
Works With any HD Video HDMI EDID compatible source. *(720P or 1080P/I Fixed Resolution 59.94
Frames)
Can be mixed with other HDTV signals such as Digital Cable or Over the Air Channels* (depending on
Frequencies available for you to use)
Modular –Expandable –Reliable - 5 Year Warranty - Affordable

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POWERING THE DEVICE. –QUICK GUIDE –USA/CANADA
1. It is recommended to test the device first on a test bench for your
application before making it a permanent installation to your system so
troubleshooting is easier.
2. Connect your included Power Cord to the unit.
3. Once the unit is powered on you will see the main menu.
4. First, Connect a short piece of coax cable to your TV’s tuner and the other
end to the unit’s TV out RF connector.

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5. On the unit press the enter button to enter the menu of that Channel
Highlighted. Once you press enter you be on the main screen of the channel
you have selected. Press enter again to go into the menu system for that
channel to change the options. In the menu system of your selected
channel, the second option would be TV Standard.
Channel
Selection
Menu
Selected
Channel
Main Menu
Selected
Channel
Settings
Menu

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Selected
Channel
Advanced
Menu
Set your standard you require to use. If you are unsure most newer TV’s 3 years and above accept
both ATSC (over the air channel) and QAM(J.83B Digital Cable). Please Refer to your TV owner’s
manual
6. By default, the unit is set to QAM (J.83B Digital Cable) Mode |Preset 1 |
with a Frequency of 303.000 MHz which is Channel 37 for the first channel
input. The TV will Scan for the Frequency and pick up the channels on Cable.
Depend on your model will determine the channels picked up.
7. Auto Scan for Channels on your TV. Depending on your Location and
Supported TV standards for your TV such as QAM (J.83B Digital Cable) or
ATSC (Digital over the Air) will determine the Standard you need to set on
the unit. Please Refer to CUSTOMIZATION below to change these settings.

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8. Once the channel is found it will display our Test Pattern when no HDMI is
connected to the unit.
9. We can use the Major/Minor channels on the unit’s settings to force change
the channel number that is displayed & stored/referred to on your TV. By
default, this is 1.1: Major 1, Minor 1. You may change this if you like to 38.1:
Major 38, Minor 1. This will display and be stored as channel 38.1 on your
TV.
10.Once we see our Test Pattern on the Channel found on your TV, you may
insert your HDMI source. Please ensure that your HDMI source such as a
DVD player or DirecTV STB is set to a Fixed Resolution of 1080P/I or 720P.

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11. Once you have inserted a valid HDMI Video Signal into the HDMI port > The
Blue On-air LED on the front will Stay steady lit.
12. You should now see the video playing on your Channel.
13. If you wish to change the name of the channel that is displayed, you may
do so under the Short name settings of the unit. 4-6 Characters max is
allowed depending on your TV.
14. More detail information can be found below if more customization is
required.
NOTE: If the above is not working, please check the following
1. All connections are correct
2. Unit’s settings are correct for your application
3. Correct TV standard is set for your TV such as ATSC, QAM, DVB-T
4. Ensure your video source is valid or set to a correct fixed resolution. Please refer to
your HDMI source owner’s manual on how to set a fixed resolution.
5. Try with another TV with no HDMI connected to ensure you are getting a signal.
6. Try lowering the RF level of the channels which can be found under the Advanced
Menu > RF Level (digital attenuation)
To reset the unit’s settings to default, please go to the in the advanced menu of the unit
called “RESET.” Press enter to reset that channel to default.
You may Also Recall the default PRESETS by hitting ESC until you are on the Main Page of the
unit’s screen with the Word PRESET. Press enter on the selected Preset to make the unit
automatically adjust the settings of all the channels to its defined settings.
If the “ON-AIR,” LED does not stay steady, please ensure your HDMI source is set to a fixed
resolution of 1080P or 720P 59.94 Frames and connected directly to the Unit.
Ensure your Device is passing EDID correctly If you are using a Splitter, some splitters don’t
support EDID pass-through (Extended Display Identification Data used to tell the source or TV
what video resolution is supported) Test your HDMI source without the Splitter connected.
For SDI to HDMI EDID is a MUST! SDI does not carry EDID information so a converter with
EDID injection is a MUST!

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CUSTOMIZATION AND PARAMETERS
Each unit is ready to work plug n play by default. After connecting the unit using our QUICK GUIDE
above you may customize the unit’s settings, such as Frequency, Major and Minor channel numbers,
Short name, or TV standard. You can also use our Presets built into the unit which will set the unit up
for you.
These units come with Presets to make Plug and Play setup a Breeze. Simply Select the Preset
number you wish and hit Enter. The unit will default it to the set Settings programmed into the unit.
This is useful for multiple units on the same Coax Network. Further Tweaking can be made afterward.
PRESET MENU
The preset menu can be found by pressing the Esc button when at the Channel selection menu as
shown below

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QAM (J.83B DIGITAL CABLE)
These are the Defaults and Good
starting point for PLUG N PLAY
setup.
If you have more than one unit
please ensure you change the
FREQUENCY, MAJOR/MINOR, and
SHORT NAME so they don’t
overlap and create issues.
With the above default, the unit
outputs on 783 MHz as channel 1.1.
•SOURCE –Set your Video Source HDMI, CVBS, or SDI
depending on your model
•STANDARD –Set your TV standard depending on
your needs, location, and support format of your TV.
•FREQ –Set your Frequency using our QAM
Frequency chart on page 39. TVs will scan for the
Frequency, then store the channel as the
Major/Minor channel number you have set on the
Unit.
•VID QUALITY –Set the Latency Mode of your Video.
•MOD –Modulation Mode you wish to use. QAM64 is
the default and works with 99% of TVs
QAM256 is used in applications that require it such
as with other coax systems that use QAM256 or only
support QAM256 mode
•MAJOR CHANNEL –This is the Major channel
number that will be displayed and stored in the TV’s
Virtual Channel Table (VCT). (For example, for
channel “10.1”, “10” is the Major channel number.)
•MINOR CHANNEL –This is the Major channel
number that will be displayed and stored in the TV’s
Virtual Channel Table (VCT). (For example, for
channel “10.2”, “2” is the Minor channel number.) If
you wish to have many channels with the same
Major number, use the Minor number to
differentiate.
•SHORT NAME –Name of the Channel you wish to
use. 4-6 Characters max depending on TV.
•AUDIO FORMAT –Set your desired Audio Format.
AC3 is the Default Standard for ATSC and QAM
mode.
•ADVANCED –Advanced options for users who
require Specific PIDs or Fixed EDID information.
Please don’t change theseunless you understand
your required PIDs or EDID per Cable Provider
instructions or PVI Tech Support request.

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ATSC (OVER THE AIR CHANNEL)
These are the Defaults and Good
starting point for PLUG N PLAY
setup.
If you have more than one unit
please ensure you change the
FREQUENCY, MAJOR/MINOR, and
SHORT NAME so they don’t
overlap and create issues.
With the above default, the unit
outputs on 473 MHz as channel 1.1.
•SOURCE –Set your Video Source HDMI, CVBS, or SDI
depending on your model
•STANDARD –Set your TV standard depending on
your needs, location, and support format of your TV.
•FREQ –Set your Frequency using our ATSC
Frequency chart on page 49. TVs will scan for the
Frequency, then store the channel as the
Major/Minor channel number you have set on the
Unit.
•VID QUALITY –Set the Latency Mode of your Video.
•MAJOR CHANNEL –This is the Major channel
number that will be displayed and stored in the TV’s
Virtual Channel Table (VCT). (For example, for
channel “10.1”, “10” is the Major channel number.)
•MINOR CHANNEL –This is the Major channel
number that will be displayed and stored in the TV’s
Virtual Channel Table (VCT). (For example, for
channel “10.2”, “2” is the Minor channel number.) If
you wish to have many channels with the same
Major number, use the Minor number to
differentiate.
•SHORT NAME –Name of the Channel you wish to
use. 4-6 Characters max depending on TV.
•AUDIO FORMAT –Set your desired Audio Format.
AC3 is the Default Standard for ATSC and QAM
mode.
•ADVANCED –Advanced options for users who
require Specific PID’s or Fixed EDID information.
Please don’t change these unless you understand
your required PIDs or EDID per Cable Provider
instructions or PVI Tech Support request.

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DVB-T GENERIC
These are the Defaults and Good
starting point for PLUG N PLAY
setup.
If you have more than one unit
please ensure you change the
FREQUENCY, LCN, and SHORT
NAME so they don’t overlap and
create issues.
•SOURCE –Set your Video Source HDMI, CVBS, or SDI
depending on your model
•STANDARD –Set your TV standard depending on
your needs, location, and support format of your TV.
•FREQ –Set your Frequency using our Frequency
chart at www.pvisupport.com. TVs will scan for the
Frequency and the Frequency Channel it relates to.
•VID QUALITY –Set the Latency Mode of your Video.
•MOD –Modulation Mode you wish to use. QAM64 is
the default and works with 99% of TVs
QAM256 is used in applications that require it such
as with other coax systems that use QAM256 or only
support QAM256 mode
•LCN –Logical channel number can be set here. This
is the channel number that will be stored and
displayed on the TV
•SERVICE NAME –Name of the Channel you wish to
use. 4-6 Characters max depending on TV.
•AUDIO FORMAT –Set your desired Audio Format.
MPEG is the default for DVB-T.
•ADVANCED –Advanced options for users who
require Specific PID’s or Fixed EDID information.
Please don’t change these unless you understand
your required PIDs or EDID per Cable Provider
instructions or PVI Tech Support request.

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DVB-C
These are the Defaults and Good
starting point for PLUG N PLAY
setup.
If you have more than one unit
please ensure you change the
FREQUENCY, LCN, and SHORT
NAME so they don’t overlap and
create issues.
•SOURCE –Set your Video Source HDMI, CVBS, or SDI
depending on your model
•STANDARD –Set your TV standard depending on
your needs, location, and support format of your TV.
•FREQ –Set your Frequency using our Frequency
chart at www.pvisupport.com. TVs will scan for the
Frequency and the Frequency Channel it relates to.
•SYM. RATE –Set the Symbol Rate appropriate for
your region.
•VID QUALITY –Set the Latency Mode of your Video.
•MOD –Modulation Mode you wish to use. QAM256
is the default for DVB-C
•LCN –Logical channel number can be set here. This
is the channel number that will be stored and
displayed on the TV.
•SERVICE NAME –Name of the Channel you wish to
use. 4-6 Characters max depending on TV.
•AUDIO FORMAT –Set your desired Audio Format.
MPEG is the default format for DVB-C.
•ADVANCED–Advanced options for users who
require Specific PID’s or Fixed EDID information.
Please don’t change these unless you understand
your required PID’s or EDID per Cable Provider
instructions or PVI Tech Support request.

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ISDBT
These are the Defaults and Good
starting point for PLUG N PLAY
setup.
If you have more than one unit
please ensure you change the
FREQUENCY, KEY ID, and SHORT
NAME so they don’t overlap and
create issues.
•SOURCE –Set your Video Source HDMI, CVBS, or
SDI depending on your model
•STANDARD –Set your TV standard depending on
your needs, location, and support format of your
TV.
•FREQ –Set your Frequency using our Frequency
chart on page 53. TVs will scan for the Frequency
and the Frequency Channel it relates to.
•VID QUALITY –Set the Latency Mode of your
Video.
•KEY ID –Set your Key ID channel number.
•SERVICE NAME –Name of the Channel you wish to
use. 4-6 Characters max depending on TV.
•AUDIO FORMAT –Set your desired Audio Format.
AAC is the default standard for ISDBT.
•ADVANCED –Advanced options for users who
require Specific PIDs or Fixed EDID information.
Please don’t change these unless you understand
your required PIDs or EDID per Cable Provider
instructions or PVI Tech Support request.

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DTMB
These are the Defaults and Good
starting point for PLUG N PLAY
setup.
If you have more than one unit
please ensure you change the
FREQUENCY, LCN, and SERVICE
NAME so they don’t overlap and
create issues.
•SOURCE –Set your Video Source HDMI, CVBS, or SDI
depending on your model
•STANDARD –Set your TV standard depending on
your needs, location, and support format of your TV.
•FREQ –Set your Frequency here. Because of the
wide range that DTMB covers, please search for
these online to determine the Frequencies available
for your region.
•VID QUALITY –Set the Latency Mode of your Video.
•MODE –Modulation mode can be set here
depending on your needs for your region
•LCN –Logical channel number can be set here. This
is the channel number that will be stored and
displayed on the TV
•SERVICE NAME –Name of the Channel you wish to
use. 4-6 Characters max depending on TV.
•AUDIO FORMAT –Set your desired Audio Format.
MPEG is the default for DTMB.
•ADVANCED –Advanced options for users who
require Specific PID’s or Fixed EDID information.
Please don’t change these unless you understand
your required PID’s or EDID per Cable Provider
instructions or PVI Tech Support request.

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ADVANCED MENU –PSIP, MIXER MODE, RF LEVEL
These are the Defaults and Good
starting point for PLUG N PLAY
setup.
Please do not modify these settings
unless instructed or you understand
these settings.
If you require a specific PID set by
your Service provider for Coax STB
injection, then please change as per
their requirements.
Changing these numbers can create
unwanted effects on your channel if
not careful.
•TS ID –Transport ID Number. Used for Identification
of the Mpeg Transport Stream. Default 1
•SERVICE ID –Also known as the Program ID
•CVCT MODE –Allows the changing of the VCT Mode
for TV tuners that have trouble registering the
assigned Major Minor channel and short name. By
default, this is Auto mode for QAM. This option only
shows in J.83B standard
•PMT –Program Mapping Table Identification
Number. Metadata of the MPEG transport stream.
Contains the PIDS. Default 32
•VIDEO PID –Identification number for the Mpeg
Video transport stream. Default is 48
•PCR PID –Program Clock rate PID. Required to be
the same number as Video PID to ensure the Video
and Encoder PID’s are synced correctly and Identified
in the Transport stream
•AUDIO PID ––Identification number for the Mpeg
Audio in the transport stream. Default is 49
•1080P CONV–This option will downscale 1080P
video to 1080i automatically when in interlace mode.
If you switch to Auto mode, the unit will not
downscale any 1080P video and pass through the
resolution to your tv. We keep this in interlace by
default for any tuner compatibility issues that don’t
support 1080P video through the tuner.
•RF ATTEN –We have a built-in Digital Atten
•MIXER MODE –mixer mode allows the changing of
the phase rotation of the Mpeg Modulation stream.
In simple terms, it’s a compatibility mode for older
tuners that still use DVB ATSC 1.0. If you are having
issues with certain TVs not picking up the channel,
please try the Alternate mode. By default, we have it
set to normal which is max ATSC compatibility for all
digital tuners
Terms:
PID = (Packet Identifier)
CVCT = (Cable Virtual Channel Table)

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INSTALLING MULTIPLE UNITS
To install multiple units on the same coax network, make sure to CHANGE the Frequencies,
Major/Minor, and Short Name of each Channel BEFORE you connect them to the same coax network,
so there will be no Channel Conflicts. By default, each unit will be set the same. This can easily be
done using the Preset Menu option on the Main Menu of the unit or changing them manually.
Please Test each unit directly connected to a Test TV first with a short piece of coax BEFORE making it
a permanent installation such as a rack mount to make troubleshooting easier. Once you have all your
units’ setup test again with a test TV first before combining the units with your coax network.
If you have other modulators or Digital signals you must find a harmony between the RF levels and
Frequencies that are available such as ATSC (Over the Air Antenna) signal. Please refer to your other
modulators settings to find the frequencies the populated and set your unit to a different set. Please
see combining ATSC/QAM signals in our manual below for more information about combining with
other Digital Signals from Providers
To change the Frequencies of each module, press enter button the unit to enter the menu. Navigate
using the keys to FREQ. Press enter and use the navigation keys to change the numbers. The
frequency is in kHz. So 783MHz would be 783000 kHz on the unit. Once you have set the Frequency,
press Enter and then move on to changing the Major/Minor channel as well as the short name if you
wish. Once you have set all your settings press ESCAPE. This will prompt you to save your changes.
Use the navigation keys to Highlight Yes and press Enter. The unit will now go back to the main screen
and restart the encoder. Once the unit saves the settings you will see “transmitting,” and a Solid Blue
LED on the “ON-AIR.”
Write down these values or put a sticker on each unit with the newly assigned frequency and channel
number, so it will be easy to troubleshoot the unit in future without the need to reset it or dismantle
everything. Depending on your setup it’s suggested to use an active splitter or combiner with more
than 6 units, 40+ TV’s or using multiple splitters (each splitter will lower the DB level 5-10dbs
depending on the quality) to ensure you get a clear signal to all your TV’s no matter the distance. If
your system works without one then it is not necessary. Again, this is a suggestion and not required
for the operation of your devices.

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COMBINING SERVICE PROVIDERS SIGNALS OR ATSC WITH YOUR DEVICE
For Combining ATSC (Over the Air channels) you must find the frequencies that are used by your local
stations. This information can usually be found online by searching for, “(insert your local area) ATSC
frequency chart.” This will give you a nice table that shows all the Frequencies used in your area. Find
the ones that are not used and write those down. Set your device(s) to those unused frequencies. Test
using your Test TV.
Note: For installers, it is recommended but not required to use a Spectrum analyzer to see the
spectrum available to you to make the installation easier. This does not require an expensive unit to
do this. Any Spectrum tester to view the available frequencies will help you in the process.
For combining with a cable service provider, the same rules apply. You can contact the local service
provider of your basic cable to find the frequencies that they use and find the ones that are available
for you to use. If you wish to inject into a Digital Cable Converter box or STB (set-top box) most of the
time the service provider will include a channel you may broadcast onto or some providers require a
specific PID’s to be set which can be set in the ADVANCED MENU in order for the set top box to be
able to read the channel.
AUDIO ENCODING SETTINGS
The unit has three standards of Audio Encoding. Depending on your local and supported format per
TV you can set the following:
•AC3 –2.1 Dolby Digital Audio US/Canada Standard for Broadcasting
•MPEG –MPEG 2 Layer II used in DVB-T EU Standard.
•ACC - Advanced Audio Coding or MPEG-4. Used in some ATSC broadcasts and ISDBT format.
Supported by Most TV’s worldwide.
If your HDMI source has Compressed Audio or Dolby Digital Enabled, it is recommended to set your
HDMI source to Stereo PCM or Uncompressed Audio to ensure you get a clean audio signal to your TV.
Double compression can cause a lot of audio skipping issues.

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VID QUALITY MODES
The Vid Quality modes on the unit determine the speed and size of information sent to your TV’s
tuner decoder. The default is LOW LATENCY. DO NOT change this setting unless you are experiencing
issues with video quality. Using the other options available such as HIGH or Average will only change
the speed the information is given to the TV to be able to decode the picture properly (For slower
Television tuners and models)
LOW LATENCY - This mode is the fastest in terms of information sent to the TV. It sends frame by
frame which will give you the best picture and ultra-low delay for applications that require constant
use of the HDMI Source menu system such as Cable provider boxes or DVD players.
AVERAGE –This is a good balance between lower latency and speed of information sent to your TV’s
tuner. This mode sends the Information in smaller chunks rather than instant refresh rate which helps
with slower TV tuners that have slower/smaller decoder memory. This form of chucks can help give a
very slight increase in image quality due to the Tuner having time to decode each picture at its own
pace.
HIGH - This mode sends the Information in Lager chunks than Average mode which again can help
with slower TV tuners that have slower/smaller decoder memory. This form of chucks can help give a
very slight increase in image quality due to the Tuner having more time to decode each picture at its
own pace before the next set of chunks are received.
Note: A higher delay will occur with these modes due to the delivery of the information to the tuner
in form of chucks rather than picture by picture.

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CONNECTING TO A PC
On Windows open your control panel
In the Control Panel, open Network and Sharing Center (Network and Internet for Windows 8 and
above)