This user manual has been written to help people who have to use, integrate and to
install the product. Some chapters require some prerequisite knowledge in electronics
and especially in broadcast technologies and standards.
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1.2KEY FEATURES ........................................................................................................................................ 1
3.2INITIAL STATUS ........................................................................................................................................ 9
3.3GENERAL SETTINGS FOR MAIN MENU ................................................................................................... 10
CHAPTER 4 WEB NMS OPERATION ....................................................................................................... 17
4.1 LOGIN ........................................................................................................ ERROR!BOOKMARK NOT DEFINED.
CHAPTER 7 PACKING LIST ..................................................................................................................... 33
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Chapter 1 Introduction
1.1 Product Overview
The Thor H-4HDMI-ATSC-IP encoder is a powerful new all-in-one device which
integrates encoding (MPEG-2 HD, MPEG-4/AVC H.264) and modulating ATSC to
convert V/A signals into RF output. It comes equipped with 4 HDMI channels input
and 1 ASI input and output with 2 ASI ports and 1 UDP IP port.
The signal source could be injected from satellite receivers, closed-circuit television
cameras, Blu-ray players, and antennas. Its output signals are to be received by TVs,
STB with corresponding standard of ATSC.
With its various inputs available, our encoder modulator are wildly used in public
places such as the mall, market hall, theatre, hotels, resorts, and etc for advertising,
monitoring, training and educating in company’s, schools, campuses, hospital.
1.2 Key Features
MPEG2 HD/MPEG4 HD video encoding
Up to 1920*1080@50P/60P supported (MPEG4 HD)
Up to 1920*1080@50I/60I supported (MPEG2 HD)
4* HDMI in, 1*ASI in
Simultaneously encoding each channel at more than 10Mbps
4* ATSC RF out (4 carriers combined output)
Supports IP (MPTS) output
Excellent modulation quality MER≥42dB
RF Frequency range 30Mhz~960Mhz
LCD display, Remote control and firmware
Web NMS management; Updates via web
Lowest cost per channel --- breakthrough price
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Encoding
MPEG2 HD/MPEG4 HD
Input
HDMI*4
Resolution
1920*1080_60P, 1920*1080_50P, (-for MPEG4/H.264)
1920*1080_60i, 1920*1080_50i,
1280*720_60p, 1280*720_50P
720*480_60i, 720*576_50i
encoding
MPEG1 Layer II, (MPEG2-AAC, MPEG4-AAC available )
Sample rate
48KHz
Bit rate
64kbps, 96kbps,128kbps, 192kbps, 256kbps, 320kbps
Standard
ATSC A/53
Constellation
8 VSB
RF Output Level
26~-10dbm (81~97dbµV), 0.1db step
MER
≥42dB
RF frequency
30~960MHz, 1KHz step
Local interface
LCD + control buttons
Remote management
Web NMS
output
2 ASI out (BNC type);
1 IP out (RJ45, 100M)
NMS interface
RJ45, 100M
Language
English
Power supply
AC 100V~240V
Dimensions
482*400*44mm
Weight
5 kgs
Operation temperature
0~45℃
1.3 Specifications
Encoding Section
Video
Audio
ATSC Modulator Section
System
General
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1.4 Schematic Overview
1.5 Principle Chart
1.6 Typical Application of 4 * ATSC Carrier Outputs
To maximize the potential of our encoder for ATSC we have been able to boost the
maximum possible bit-rate bandwidth up to 76Mbps (19*4), which makes it reliably
carry 4 channel HD programs output simultaneously. This power has helped stem the
source encoding and modulation to any amount of TV’s at 1080i quality in MPEG2,
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and 1080p quality resolution on MPEG4. Previously the maximum bitrate was only
11Mbps, this powerful unit will now help drive any digital programming at the highest
resolution rate allowed on the market.
Below brief chart will help to more clearly illustrate the working principle.
1.7 Appearance and Description
Front Panel Illustration
① LCD window: LCD display
② NMS & DATA ports
③ Power and Alarm Indicators
④ Lock Indicators
⑤ Up and down, left and right button
⑥ Enter button: for confirm
⑦ Menu button: for back step
⑧ Lock button: press to lock set
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① HDMI Module 1: HDMI input port 1&2
② HDMI Module 2: HDMI input port 3&4
③ RF in port (for combiner use)
④ RF out port
⑤ ASI input port
⑥ ASI output ports
⑦ Switch
⑧ Power supply slot
⑨ Grounding
Rear Panel Illustration
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Connecting
Groud Wire
and Power
Cord
Acquisition
Check
Installing
Device
Setting
Parameter
Running
Device
Connecting
Signal
cable
Item
Requirement
Rack Mount
When user installs machine on rack, the distance between 2
rows of machine frames should be 1.2~1.5m and the distance
against wall should be no less than 0.8m.
Floor/ Table
Electric Isolation, Dust Free
Volume resistivity of ground anti-static material:
1X107~1X1010,Grounding current limiting resistance: 1M
(Floor bearing should be greater than 450Kg/㎡)
Chapter 2 Installation Guide
2.1 General Precautions
Must be operated and maintained in an area free of dust and debris.
The cover should be securely fastened, do not open the cover of the chassis when the
power is on. This will also void Thor’s manufacturer’s warranty.
After installation, securely stow away all loose cables, external antenna, and others.
2.2 Power Precautions
Be careful when connecting a power source to the device.
Do not operate in wet or damp areas. Make sure the extension cable is in good
condition
Make sure the power switch is off before you start to install the device
2.3 Device’s Installation Flow Chart Illustrated as following
2.4 Environment Requirement
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Environment
Temperature
5~40℃(sustainable ),0~45℃(short time),
installing HVAC is recommended
Relative Humidity
20%~80% sustainable 10%~90% short time
Pressure
86~105KPa
Door & Window
Installing rubber strip for sealing door-gaps and dual level
glasses for window
Fire Protection
Fire alarm system and extinguisher
Power
Device power, HVAC and lighting should be independent to
each other. Device power requires AC 110V±10%, 50/60Hz or
AC 220V±10%, 50/60Hz. Please carefully check before
running.
2.5 Grounding Requirement
It is important to keep this device grounded to ensure all of the modules
function correctly. Correctly grounding the device will also help prevent any
electrical interference, lightening. Etc. Also it helps reject minor interference that
may disrupt the devices ability to function smoothly. General rule of them, make
sure the device is grounded when installing anywhere.
Always use copper wire. When applied correctly the ground must be wrapped
well to ensure maximum conduction so it can reduce any high frequencies. The
copper ground wire should also be as short and thick as possible
Installer must make sure that the two ends of the ground are well conducted
and have appropriate anti-rust properties.
It is prohibited to use any other device as part of the grounding electric
circuit.
The area of the conduction between the ground wire and device’s frame
should be no less than 25 ㎡.
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3.1 LCD Menus
Chapter 3 Operation
An overview of the LCD menu tree:
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Start up…
Start OK…
ATSC A XXX.00MHz
P1:X.XXMbps P2: X.XXMbps
3.2 Initial Status
After powering on the device,it will take a few seconds to initialize the system
ATSC: indicates the modulation standard of this device: ATSC.
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1 Alarm Status
2 Encode Setting
3 Modulate Setting
4 IP Output Setting
5 Network Setting
6 Saving Config
7 Loading Config
8 Version
2.1 Input 1
2.2 Input 2
2.3 ASI
A: the symbol of different carrier output. “A”, “B”, “C”, and “D” alternate
constantly with the following output frequency.
XXX.XX MHz indicates the current output frequency (range: 30~960MHz) of its
corresponding carrier output.
P1: Program 1; P2: Program 2; P3: Program 3; P4: Program 4
X.XX Mbps: indicates the encoding bit rate of each channel respectively.
3.3 General Settings for Main Menu
By pressing “Lock” key on the front panel, enter the main menu. The LCD will display the
following pages:
1) Press UP/DOWN buttons to specify menu items, and then press ENTER to enter the
submenus as below:
2) Alarm Status
The alarm indicator will turn on if there is no A/V signals inputting or outputting bit
rate overflows. User then can enter this menu to check the error type.
3) Encode Setting
Under this submenu, the LCD will show “2.1 Input 1”, “2.2 Input 2” and “2.3 ASI”.
Under submenus 2.1 or 2.2, user could set the video encoding format and bit rate, and
set audio encoding bit rate and also read the audio encoding format of the program from
the HDMI input.
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Video Bit Rate
08.000 Mbps
Video Format
Video Bit Rate
2.1 Input 1
MPEG2
64 Kbps
96 Kbps
Audio Format
Audio Bit Rate
MPEG2 H.264
2.1.1 Program 1
“Video Format”: the encoding module supports both MPEG2 and MPEG4
AVC/H.264 formats. Move the triangle mark with LEFT/RIGHT keys to specify the
intended format and press ENTER to confirm.
“Video Bit Rate”: Move the underline with LEFT/RIGHT keys and modify the
value of frequency (1-19Mbps) with UP/DOWN keys, and press ENTER key to
save the settings.
“Low Delay”: Normal: disable the low delay mode. “Audio Format”: the
encoding module supports MPEG2 audio format. This is a read-only interface for
checking.
“Audio Bit rate” is for selecting bit rate for the audio. Move the triangle mark
to specify the target bit rate and press ENTER to confirm.
Under submenu 2.3, you could parse the inputting programs and select the
programs to output.
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►1 GXTV √
2 SZTV X
Parse Program
Get 3 programs
Parse Program
Select Program A
2.3 ASI
Select Program B
Select Program C
Select Program D
3.1 Output A
3.2 Output B
3.3 Output C
3.4 Output D
3.5 ASI Output
“Parse Program” is for checking the quantity of input programs from the ASI IN
port.
“Select Program A” is for selecting programs from the ASI IN to output through
Carrier A. Move the triangle mark to specify the program and press RIGHT/LEFT
keys to shift the mark between “√” and “X”. (“√”: to output the corresponding
program; “X”: not to output the corresponding program)REMARK: “Select Program B/C/D” shares the same explanation with “Select
Program A”.
4) Modulator Setting
When entering “Modulator Setting” submenu, below different parameters can be set
and the LCD window would show these:
As the 4HDMI-ATSC unit comes with 4 carrier outputs, “3.1”-“3.4” represents the
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3.1 Output A
3.1.1 RF Frequency
3.1.2 RF Out Level
3.1.3 RF On
RF Frequency
750.000 MHz
RF Out Level
-10.0 dbm
“Carrier A”, “Carrier B”, “Carrier C”, and “Carrier D” respectively. Eenter
“3.1”/“3.2”/“3.4”/“3.4” to set the corresponding modulating parameters. Submenus (taking
“3.1” as an example) are here:
RF Frequency
The RF output frequency range is from 30 to 960MHz with 1K stepping. After entering the
RF frequency setting submenu, users the can press LEFT, RIGHT, UP, and DOWN buttons
to adjust the frequency and confirm by press ENTER button.
RF out level
The RF attenuation range is from -30~-10dbm (81~97dbµV) with 0.1db step. After
entering this setting submenu, user can shift UP/DOWN/LEFT/RIGHT key to set the
output level and press ENTER to confirm.
RF On
This interface allows you to enable the RF (carrier A) output or not.
OFF: to disable programs to output through carrier A.
ON: to enable programs to output through carrier A.
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4.1.1 IP Output
4.1.2 Service IP
4.1.3 Output IP
4.1.4 Subnet Mask
4.1.5 Gateway
4.1.6 Port
ASI Output
A B C D
4.1 IP Output A
4.2 IP Output B
RF On
Off On
4.3 IP Output C
4.4 IP Output D
IP Output
OFF ON
Service IP
192.168.002.137
NOTE: The setting for “3.2”, “3.3”, and “3.4” are the same as “3.1” explained/shown above.
ASI Output:
The Thor 4-HDMI-ATSC-IP encoder & modulator has a quad-carrier output: Output A, B,
C, and D.
Output A: the ASI output programs are same as carrier output A.
Output B: the ASI output programs are same as carrier output B.
Output C: the ASI output programs are same as carrier output C.
Output D: the ASI output programs are same as carrier output D.
5) IP Output Setting
The Thor Encoder also has 4 MPTS IP output (Output A, B, C, and D), “4.1” to “4.4” are
for the settings of the 4 MPTS IP outputs respectively. Submenus go as 4.1.1-4.1.6
Enter 4.1.1 to decide whether to turn the IP port on or off, and enter to the rest menu
items to set the corresponding parameters.
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5.5 Reset Password
5.6 Web Manage Port
5.3 Gateway
5.4 MAC Address
IP Address
192.168.000.136
Subnet Mask
255.255.255.000
Gateway
192.168.000.001
MAC Address
ffffffffffffffffffffff
Reset Password?
Yes NO
5.1 IP Address
5.2 Subnet Mask
Web Manage Port
00080
Output IP
224.002.002.002
Subnet mask
255.255.255.000
Gateway
192.168.002.000
Port
01234
NOTE: The sub-menus under “4.2”-“4.4” are the same as “4.1” explained above.
6) Network setting
After you enter Network Setting, there are three submenus shows as the following
LCD displays.
Press “UP/DOWN” to choose this item and “ENTER” & “LEFT/RIGHT” to set the
parameters.
NOTE: The MAC address is according to the factory setting, and it is unique.
7) Saving Configuration
Enter Saving Configuration submenu for saving your current chosen settings. Choose
yes and press ENTER to confirm.
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Save Configuration?
Yes No
Saving Config…
Load Saved CFG?
Yes No
Loading Config…
7.1 Load Saved CFG
7.2 Load Default
Encoder Modulator
SW 1.00 HW 7.f
8) Loading Configuration
At this menu, user can press UP/DWON key to select and repress ENTER to confirm.
User can restore the device into the last saved configuration by choosing “7.1” and
restore the device into factory configuration by choosing “7.2” the display will show
as below:
9) Version
User can check the software version and hardware version of this equipment under
this submenu.
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Chapter 4 WEB NMS Operation
For setting configurations you can use the front panel; also you are able to control and set
the configurations on any computer by connecting the device to the web NMS Port. You
should ensure that the computer’s IP address is different from the THOR 4-ADHD’s IP
address; otherwise, it would cause IP conflict.
4.1 login
The default IP of this device is 192.168.0.136. We can modify the IP through the front
panel.
Connect the pc and the device with net cable, and use ping command to confirm they are
on the same network segment.
E.G. the PC IP address is 192.168.99.252, we then change the device IP to 192.168.99.xxx
(xxx can be 0 to 255 except 252 to avoid IP conflict).
Use any web browser to connect the device with the PC by inputting the Encoder &
Modulator’s IP address in the browser’s address bar and press Enter.
It will display the Login interface as Figure-1. Input the Username and Password (Both
the default Username and Password are “admin”.) and then click “LOGIN” to start the
device setting.
Figure-1
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Device standard
and name
User can click any item
here to enter the
corresponding interface
to check information or
set the parameters.
It automatically
identifies and
displays the
signal source
interface and
real-time
encoding bit rate
of corresponding
input channel.
TS indicators—Green
light indicates the TS is
normal, which
otherwise turns to red.
“A”, “B”, “C” and “D” respectively represent carrier
A, carrier B, carrier C, and carrier D.
4.2 Operation
When we confirm the login, it displays the WELCOME interface as Figure-2.
Input 1
From the menu on left side of the webpage, clicking “Input 1”, it displays the
information of the 2 programs from the 1st HDMI encoding slot as Figure-3.
Figure-2
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General
Settings for
the HDMI IN
programs:
User can edit
any item listed
as needed.
The 4 boxes respectively represent IP Channel A, B, C, and D. The related
programs can output through the selected IP Channel(s). (It shows that the 1st
program outputs through IP Channel C and the 2ed through IP Channel D). One
program can also output through more than one IP Channels. (e.g.:)
Refer to “1.4 Schematic Overview" for the relationship between the input
interfaces and encoder boards.
Click the box to enable or disable the program output through channel A/B/C/D.
Encoding Status—Green
light indicate it works
normally, which
otherwise turn to red.
This column is for setting
the 1st HDMI IN program.
This column is for setting
the 2ed HDMI IN program.
Figure-3
Enable or Disable the Carrier Output Function:
Further assistance if necessary
Click this button to apply the default setting of Input 1
Click this button to apply the modified parameters.
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This column is for setting
the 3rd HDMI IN program.
This column is for setting
the 4th HDMI IN program.
Input 2
Similarly, from the menu on left side of the webpage, click “Input 2” and it displays
the information of the 2 programs from the 2ed HDMI encoding slot. (Figure-4)
Figure-4
ASI Input
Click “ASI Input”, it will display ASI input program information as Figure-5.
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Figure-5
The letters A to D represent the 4 carrier outputs. E represents the
ASI output. Configure different program groups for each carrier output.
If this item is selected, all the input programs will pass through without
any elimination.
Selecting this item to allow user select programs as required to output.
Click “Refresh Input” to refresh the input program list.
Click “Refresh Output” to refresh the output program list.
When user checks one input program with “√”, one can transfer the
checked program to the right box to output.
Select the programs which we want to output or we can output all the programs.
Similarly, cancel the multiplexed programs from the right box.
&to select all the input/output programs with one-time
clicking.
Time limitation to parse the input programs
Click this button to trigger a dialog box as shown below, where to add the
PIDs which need pass through.
In some occasions, there are some PIDs which won’t belong to any program, such as EPG,
NIT tables and so on which user just wants to pass them through the multiplexing module
without changing anything. This is the main purpose of this function.
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Click “Add”to add more boxes for filling the Input & Output PIDs, then click
“Apply” to confirm.
VCT (Virtual Channel Table) Setting
Click “NIT” from the menu to trigger the screen as Figure-6. Then click “Add” from
this screen to add the program descriptor in VCT.
Figure-6
Select the carrier output channel for the inserted VCT.
Click “Add” from this page, it will display the screen as Figure-7 where it
requires to add Channel TSID and configure other parameters for the programs.
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Figure-7
: Click “Add” to add boxes where to configure parameters in its respective
fields. After setting all the data, users need to click “Save”to save the
setting.
IP Output
Click “IP Output” from the left menu, it will display the screen as Figure-8 where to
configure the 4 IP SPTS Output.
After setting the parameters, click “Apply” to save the setting.
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This device is has MPTS IP
outputs. The 4 boxes represent
respectively IP Channels 1/2/3/4.
Click the related box(es) to
enable the corresponding
channel(s) to output programs.
To configure the output
IP address and ports
for the 4 IP Channels
respectively.
Figure-8
Modulator Setting
Enter in “Modulator” and it will display the Modulator Configuration screen as
Figure-9 where can set modulation parameters.
RF On –To enable the RF (carrier A/B/C/D) output or not.
RF Frequency A/B/C/D– to set the RF frequency for the 4 carriers
RF Out level –to set the RF output level
ASI Output– To select carrier output channel for ASI output (Output A: The ASI
output programs are same as carrier A; Output B: The ASI output programs are
same as carrier B; and the like.)
After setting all the parameters, click “Apply”to save the Modulator
Configuration.
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Save/Restore
Figure-9
Clicking “Save/Restore” from the menu, it will display the screen as Figure-10 where
can save the configuration permanently to the device. Click “Save Configuration”,
for store the data permanently to the device.
By using “Restore Configuration” user can restore the latest saved configuration to
the device.
By using “Factory Set” user can import the default factory configuration.
Figure-10
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Browse
Button
Restart the Device
Click “Reboot” from the menu, the screen will display as Figure-11. Here when
clicking “Reboot” box, it will restart the device automatically.
Figure-11
Update the Device
Click “Firmware” from the menu it will display the screen as Figure-12. Here user
can update the device by using the update file.
Click “Browse” to find the path of the device update file for this device then click
“Update” to update the device.
After updating the device, user needs to restart the device by using Reboot option.
Figure-12
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Network
When you click “Network”, it will display the screen as Figure-13. It displays the
network information of the device. Here change the device network configuration as
needed.
Figure-13
Password
When user clicks “Password”, it will display the password screen as Figure-14.
Here change the Username and Password for login to the device.
After putting the current and new Username and Password, click Apply” to save the
configuration.
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IP Address
192.168.000.136
Figure-14
Keyboard and LCD Lock: If it is marked with “√”,the LCD and keyboard will be
locked to avoid unrelated users’ modifying or view the device information and
configurations. User can’t operate the keyboard & LCD while only the device IP
address can be noted in the LCD window.
Backup/Load
Click “Backup/Load” from the menu, it will display the screen as Figure-15.
Backup Configuration – To back up the device configuration file to a folder
Load Configuration – If user needs to load the old configuration to the device, click
“Browse” and find the backup configuration file path. After selecting the file, click
“Load File” to load the backup file to the device.
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Browse
Button
Figure-15
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Chapter 5 Troubleshooting
THOR’s ISO9001 quality assurance system has been approved by the CQC
organization. We guarantee the products’ quality, reliability and stability. All THOR
products haven passed all testing and manual inspections before they are shipped
out. The testing and inspection scheme already covers all the Optical, Electronic
and Mechanical criteria which have been published by THOR. To prevent a
potential hazard, please strictly follow the operation conditions.
Prevention Measures
Installing the device in a place where the environmental temperature is
between 0 to 45 °C
Making sure the unit has plenty of ventilation for the heat-sink on the rear
panel; and other heat-sink bores if necessary
Checking the AC input within the power supply and ensure it is working, the
connection is correctly installed before switching on device
Checking the RF output levels to stay within a tolerable range, if it is
necessary
Checking all signal cables have been properly connected
Frequently switching on/off device is prohibited; the interval between every
switching on/off must be greater than 10 seconds.
Conditions needed to unplug power cord
Power cord or socket damage.
Any liquid that got into the device.
Any stuff that could cause a circuit short
Device in damp environment
Device has suffered from physical damage; i.e. it fell off a rack.
Longtime idle.
After switching on and restoring to factory setting, device still won’t work
properly.
Maintenance needed on device
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Chapter 6 Application
Application Examples
1). Residences and Private Homes Video content DVB‐T/ISDB-T distribution
2) Outside Audio‐ Video contents ON‐ AIR DVB‐ T/ISDB-T distribution
3) Hotel Audio‐ Video contents DVB‐ T/ISDB-T distribution
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4) Bar Audio‐ Video contents distribution
5) Cinema Audio‐ Video contents DVB‐ T/ISDB-T distribution
6) Company Audio‐ Video contents distribution
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Chapter 7 Packing List
4-HDMI-ATSC-IP Encoder Modulator 1PC
User Manual 1PC
HDMI Cables 4PCs
Power Cord 1PC
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