The Blonder Tongue ATSC QAM Transcoderfrom Blonder Tongue ATSC QAM Transcoderallows you to create a custom IP and QAM output from off-air and/or QAM input sources. The unit accepts eight 8VSB off-air or QAM sources and simultaneously outputs these SPTS and/or MPTS programs in IP and/or QAM. At the same time, the AQT8-QAM/IP can be configured in pass-through mode, which directly maps the demodulated RF port content in MPTS format to IP output.

For off-air applications, the transcoder has a 2:1 Mux Mode feature, which allows you to multiplex two off-air sources to one MPTS for QAM distribution. It also accepts encrypted QAM sources, and outputs the encrypted IP transport streams programs in MPTS or SPTS formats, while preserving the MPEG tables including PAT, PMT, PSIP, VCT, and MGT from the source. The unit allows you to change the PID, program number, short name, and major/minor channel (PSIP) information on any program.

Additionally, the ATSC/QAM Transcoder supports up to eight QAM-256 outputs that are agile from 54 to 1002 MHz as long as all eight outputs are kept within a 768 MHz span. The transcoder features Emergency Alert System (EAS) program switching through either an ASI or IP format EAS input, as well as terminal block contacts for triggering EAS messages.

Create Custom IP and QAM Outputs    Accepts Eight 8VSB Off-Air/QAM Sources    Accepts Encrypted QAM Sources    Emergency Alert System Program Switching

Encrypted QAM sources can be mapped to IP MPTS or SPTS formats in Pass Through mode for Remote PHY and Switch Digital applications

Accepts up to eight RF inputs in 8VSB/QAM format

Provides one common 8VSB/QAM input port with an internal active splitter

2:1 Multiplex Mode to configure eight ATSC 1.0 off-air channels to four MPTS for QAM

PSIP manipulation

Accepts EAS input in ASI or IP formats

Supports EAS switching-based on contact closure trigger, or +5 to +12 VDC input

Comprehensive GUI-based remote monitoring and control via any standard web browser

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. which norm handles? pal-B/G pal-N or NTSC? thanks.

A: The Blonder Tongue CATV Channelized Audio/Video Modulator with SAW Filtering SAW is NTSC only.

Q: 2. Does this include a power supply or power cable?

A: The AC power supply is included.

Q: 3. Is there a way to take the hdmi out from my computer and send it down the cable in my home. It looks like the Blonder Tongue CATV Channelized Audio/Video Modulator with SAW Filtering (Channels 37-94, 100-135) will send the signal down the cable but how can I get the hdmi in?

A: HDMI won't go directly in; the modulator accepts standard video in. There are converters that will down sample and convert your hdmi to standard video.Note that the converter sends the video out through RCA connectors and the modulator accepts video in via f-type connectors. I used something like these (though they were in stock when I purchased them) -hth

Q: 4. Would this work with Altice/Cablevision? Any idea?

A: No, The Thor QAM CATV RF and ATSC RF to HDMI Decoder Set-Top Box will not work with any cable TV service as cable TV QAM is encrypted. This unit works with clear QAM or off-the-air ATSC antenna signals.

Q: 5. will this monitor also support a 720 x 480 resolution on the component input?

A: Hi Stephen,Yes it will.

Q: 6. Will this device convert OTA video and audio signal to HDMI video and audio output?

A: Yes, the Thor QAM CATV RF and ATSC RF to HDMI Decoder Set-Top Box is designed to convert over the air video and audio signals into HDMI as well as output audio.

Q: 7. is there a passive return module for BIDA 550-50?

A: For passive return you would need to add a diplexer.

Q: 8. Can this unit be used to amplify over the air TV signals?

A: The BIDE 550-50 is designed specifically for CATV (Cable TV) and SMATV (Satelite TV) signal distribution systems which use a cable drop as a signal source. It may not work with Over The Air systems, please email us directly provideo@bhphoto.com so we can better assist you in finding the correct product.

Q: 9. Does the composite video output have captioning embedded?

A: The Thor QAM CATV RF and ATSC RF to HDMI Decoder Set-Top Box support Teletext and DVB subtitles for captioning on the outputs.

Q: 10. I just received mine and it only has two HDMI inputs. The specs calls for three. Is that a typo in the specs or do I have the wrong monitor?

A: Understood, sill a bit disappointing.