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CR QMOD™ technology is opening the door to new HDTV applications.
Innovative in design and value, QMOD™ HDTV Modulators enable cost-effective
distribution of digital signage and HD subscriber sources using existing broadband
coax cabling in sports, retail and entertainment facilities, corporate ofces,
colleges, schools and worship centers.
Create your own on-site HDTV broadband distribution system using a variety
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digital signage, HD, SD, and AV sources
Distribute digital signage, satellite, cable, and media as HD digital cable
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channels over existing broadband wiring
View HD sources at any destination using HDTV displays or tuners
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QMOD-SDI HD-SDI Modulator
HD/SD-SDI auto-syncs video input with embedded audio
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HD Component, and S-Video/Composite video inputs
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Switchable between SDI, Component, and video
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QMOD-HDSC HDTV Scaler Modulator
In-stream scaler for RGBHV/Component inputs from 480p to 1080p
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Auto-senses resolution, then zoom, shrink, and position to t
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Scales video to 1080i/720p
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Converts PAL HD video to NTSC
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Buffered RGBHV Out for monitoring RGB input
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HD sources only, 480i Component or Composite cannot be used
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QMOD-HD HDTV Modulator
HD RGBHV, Component, and S-Video/Composite video inputs
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Switchable between RGBHV/Component and composite video
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Auto-senses to input resolution
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Shared Features
Employs pro-grade HD encoding by NTT that minimizes artifacts for motion
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video and signage “tickers”
Merges audio with video from stereo, digital optical and coax inputs
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RGBHV and Component share RGB wiring, Component can be fed from HD15
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Switches via GPI inputs to present EAS AV broadcasts
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Creates an HD 720p/1080i or SD 480p/480i MPEG2 stream with MPEG1
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stereo audio for broadcast
Delivers a fully agile QAM 64/256 digital cable channel 2-135
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Amplies for distribution over an on-site broadband cable system with
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adjustable output level to 29 dBmV
Sets up with front-panel buttons and easy to use menus, including inputs,
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encoding, channel, and RF options
Fast processing - starts up in less than 4 seconds
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Integrates with RS-232 control and feedback with simple ASCII
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commands
Saves power and rack space using efcient design, fan-free cooling, and
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compact enclosure
Mounts in optional 1RU single (RK1) or dual (RK2, RK2EZ) 19” rack kits
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QMOD HDTV Modulators
QMOD-SDI Back Panel
Warranty
All CR products feature a full
two-year warranty.
QMOD-HDSC Back Panel
QMOD-HD Back Panel
Specifications
Feature QMOD-SDI QMOD-HDSC QMOD-HD
Application HD/SD-SDI Video Digital Signage/PAL Video HD Analog Media
HD Video
Includes PS12-1.0 switching power
Physical 8.5” [216mm] wide x 1.75” [44mm] height (1RU) x 6.0” [153mm] deep
Encoding MPEG2 Profile:MP@HL for HD, MP@ML for SD
Modulation Switchable 64/256 QAM, J83 Annex B, Interleaving Modes (128,1)
Front Power button
Back
Control DB-9 male, RS-232 data link to control system
Analog
Options RK1 Single Rack Kit , RK1-AC Single Rack Kit with accessory shelf
SDI: Female BNC
(1080i/720p/480i), auto-sync
Embedded SDi audio, selectable
for 1+2, 3+4, 5+6, 7+8
Power 0.8 A maximum 1.1 A Maximum 0.7 A Maximum
supply, 1A 12 VDC
RGBHV/Component In: RGBHV
DB-15 female, auto-sync 480p
to 1080p. Check crwww.com for
resolution list.
RGB Out: DB-15 female
PS12-1.0 switching power
supply, 1A 12 VDC
RGB In: RGBHV DB-15 female (1080i/720p/480p/480i),
59.94/29.97 Hz, auto-ync,
not intended for VGA operation.
PS12-1.0 switching power
supply, 1A 12 VDC
Shared Features
1.5 lbs [0.68kg]
+32° to 122° F operating temperature, convection cooled
Rack mounting for one or two units side-by-side (RK1, RK2)
1080i, 720p, 480p resolution, depending on input
Video Encoding bitrate 18 or 25 Mbps
MPEG1, Layer 2 audio
Latency 330ms 720p, 660 ms 1080i
MER 38 dB typical
FCC Class B, ROHS, meets California standards
Setup, Select and directional buttons for menu setup
Menu LCD, 2 lines of 20 blue characters each
Power 2.1mm coaxial jack (inside center conductor positive) 11.5 to 13.5 VDC, 12 VDC typical
300 to 19,200 baud (9600 default), 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit
2 GPI contacts on pins trigger EAS
RGBHV: HD-15, QMOD-HD1080i/720p 29.97/ 59.94 Hz, QMOD-HDSC up to 1920 x 1080
Video
Component: RCA Y, Pb, Pr (1080i/720p/480p) , 59.94/29.97 Hz
S-Video: Y(Composite), C (Blue Pb) 480p, 29.97 Hz
Composite Video: 480i, 29.97 Hz (not operational in QMOD-HDSC)
Audio
Digital SPDIF: Coax and TOSlink optical output, PCM 48K sample rate
Analog L and R: 2 stereo RCA female jacks
Inputs assignable to video inputs
EAS GPI inputs switch AV to composite video and assigned audio
RF ‘F’, female, 75 ohm impedance
Agile, channels 2-135 (48-860 MHz), standard, HRC, or IRC spacing
6 MHz bandwidth fits any open channel without interference to adjacent channels
1 KHz resolution, +/- 30 ppm accuracy, +/- 35 ppm stability
29 dBmV typical output power, attenuated in 5 steps, approx 4 dB
RK2 Dual Rack Kit, RK2 EZ Dual Rack Kit
Contemporary Research • 4355 Excel Pkwy, Suite 600 • Addison, TX 75001
Phone: 972-931-2728 • Toll Free: 888-972-2728 • Fax: 972-931-2765
QMOD Modulators NDS 7-12 © 2013, specifications subject to change without notice