The ATSC-mini HDTV Tuner from Contemporary Research is a versatile, low-profile HDTV tuner designed for use with HD and UHD video projectors and displays in a distributed CATV system. Since not all displays or video projectors can inherently tune TV channels from off-air and cable TV signals, the ATSC-mini provides a full-function HDTV tuner that can receive ATSC and NTSC off-air channels as well as clear QAM and NTSC cable channels via its air/cable RF input. It decodes MPEG-2 and H.264 digital channels and features an HDMI output with selectable resolutions up to 4K. There is also one S/PDIF optical audio output that supports AC-3, PCM, and variable PCM as well as a 3.5mm TRS output for stereo analog output with variable level.

The integrator-friendly ATSC-mini offers 2-way RS-232, IP Telnet, and UDP as well as wireless and wired IR commands. Operate the ATSC-mini via front-panel buttons, the onboard web page, or the supplied custom-designed PC application. For flexibility of installation, two powering options are possible—PoE (Power-over-Ethernet) or the included switching power supply.

Analog/Digital ATSC, NTSC, QAM Support    MPEG-2 and H.264 Tuning up to 1080p60    HDMI Selectable Video Output Resolutions    Simultaneous HDMI, S/PDIF, Analog Audio    Full ASCII 2-Way RS-232/Telnet Commands    Decodes Analog and Digital Captioning    AC-3, PCM, Variable PCM Audio Formats    PoE Support

Allows you to pull in digital cable channels without the need of a set-top box

You can choose from 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p, 4K, or auto

Supports AC-3, PCM, or variable PCM audio formats for S/PDIF and HDMI outputs

An onboard web page enables remote configuration, control, and monitoring

Tuner is controllable with RS-232, IP Telnet, and UDP as well as wireless and wired IR commands

For firmware updates

Low-profile, aluminum, powder coated housing mounts with hook-and-loop fasteners or screw attachment and weighs less than a pound

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. does this receiver pass 608 708 Closed Captioning?

A: Yes, this offers 608/708 closed captioning pass-through.

Q: 2. What is the base diameter of this FBH-30D BALL HEAD?

A: The Field Optics Research FBH-30D Ball Head's base diameter is 47mm.

Q: 3. Can you use a splitter and hook up to multiple TVs?

A: The One For All 60-Mile Amplified HDTV Indoor Antenna (Gray), B&H # ON14450, could theoretically be connected to a video switcher with a Coaxial F-type input, which could then run multiple HDMI outputs to multiple TVs.

Q: 4. I am looking forward to but this lens, Is it compatible with a Panasonic HPX372 Camera provided i use a 2/3 to 1/3 adapter?

A: It will be compatible when using a 1/3 to 2/3 adapter made for use with your camera.

Q: 5. is this compatible with JVC GY-HM710U? Looking for a better zoom than the 14xcanon lens that came with it.

A: Yes, this lens should work well with the GY-HM710U.

Q: 6. is it rack mount ready?

A: Yes.

Q: 7. Is the ARCA-type plate the same standard size as other ARCA-plate products? The reason I ask is that another tripod I bought a while ago had an "ARCA-style" clamp, but it was a mini-size even thought it was indeed ARCA-style!

A: There is no true "standard" size arca-swiss plate, but the plate that comes with the Field Optics FPH-200 is a relatively normal size and adequate for DSLRs and mirrorless cameras, or long-lens tripod collars.

Q: 8. Will this work for terminating Canare BCP-B53 BNC ends? Looks like the opening for crimping the pin is a little off the 0.0531" spec.

A: You need the Canare TCD-35CA Die Set for BCP-B53, RCAP-C3A and FP-C3 Connectors or crimping tool that matches.

Q: 9. Does this come with the parts to rack mount?

A: Yes, in the box is the Contemporary Research Single Rack Kit.

Q: 10. Would this work with Pana HPX372EN (Stock Lens Fujinon XT17sx45BRMK1 17x 4.5mm)? I'm looking for something with more zoom for the camera.

A: If you are referring to the HPX-3700 then we are afraid not. That is a 2/3" camera and this lens only covers 1/3" sensors. So that we may best assist you finding the proper product for your needs feel free to email us directly at askbh@bhphoto.com.