Terra tdx440 - 8xDVB-S/S2 to 4xDVB-T Transmodulator

Terra tdx440 DVB-S/S2 to DVB-T transmodulator is used for reception of DVB-S/S2 (8PSK/QPSK) signals, selection of desired channels and retransmission of them in COFDM format in chosen RF channels in VHF/UHF frequency range. The device allows the user to receive and manage a range of free to air satellite channels. One tdx440 unit can receive channels from eight satellite transponders and convert selected channels into four neighboring DVB-T multiplexes, each with maximum throughput of 31.66 Mbps. In practice, each of the four multiplexes can carry 6 SD channels or 2-3 HD channels. The administrator of the system selects the required channels from the satellite streams and forms four DVB-T multiplexes. In each case, it is necessary to remember about 10% safety margin when determining the maximum bitrate for the whole multiplex (typically the ultimate bit rate of a multiplex should not exceed 29 Mbps). The output DVB-T COFDM multiplexes are usually distributed to users by a passive network composed of RF splitters. Such a solution is especially convenient in modern hotel or motel TV systems distributing a variety of satellite channels, including HD broadcasts.

Thanks to RJ-45 Ethernet port, the programming of the tdx440 unit is performed via a web browser.

The tdx440 unit is dedicated for receiving FTA satellite channels. In the case of encrypted channels, the suitable model is tdx420C.

Key Features

  • conversion of DVB-S/S2 signals from eight satellite transponders to DVB-T COFDM standard
  • creation of four neighboring DVB-T multiplexes, each with max throughput of 31.66 Mbps
  • selectable channels and services
  • integration with dSCR/Unicable multiswitches
  • easy configuration and control via RJ-45 port
  • management via the LAN
  • access to event history (logs)
  • automatic gain control (AGC)

Seamless Integration

The transmodulator can integrate seamlessly with other Terra professional TV equipment such as:

  • dSCR/Unicable multiswitches, allowing for independent distribution of DVB-S/S2 channels via one coaxial cable
  • IPTV streamers for management and distribution of satellite, terrestrial and cable DVB channels within Ethernet (LAN) networks based on twisted-pair cabling
  • optical transmitters for transmission TV programming via fibre
  • other receiving and signal processing devices (broadband and channel amplifiers, analog and digital modulators)

Specification

Name: Terra tdx440

Number of supported transponders: 8

RF inputs

  • Frequency range:   950 - 2150 MHz
  • LNB power and control: 0/13/18 V, max 500 mA, 22 kHz, DiSEqC 1.0, EN50607, EN50494
  • Level/Impedance: 55-95dBμV / 75Ω
  • RF loop gain: -1 ± 1dB
  • Standard: DVB-S/S2
  • Modulation: QPSK, 8PSK
  • Symbol rate:  2...45Ms/s
  • Return loss: ≥ 10 dB
  • Number of inputs: 2 

RF output

  • DVB standard: DVB-T
  • Level / Impedance 90±2dBμV / 75Ω
  • Freq. range:170-230 MHz / 470-862 MHz
  • Number of DVB-T MUXes:  4 neighboring
  • MER: ≥ 35 dB
  • Modulation: QPSK, QAM16, QAM64
  • Channel width: 7 or 8 MHz
  • Guard interval: 1/4, 1/8, 1/16, 1/32
  • FEC: 1/2, 2/3, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8 
  • FFT mode:2K /8K
  • Output level adj.:  0...-15dB (step 1)

Transport  Stream

  • Max. bitrate: < 31Mbps/s
  • Service filtering:  Yes

General

  • RF loop (band / loss): 47-862 MHz / ≤2.5 dB
  • Ethernet port (RJ45): IEE802.3 10/100 Base T
  • Power: 12V / 0.8A
  • Operating temperature range:  0...45ºC
  • Dimensions / Weight: 48.5x198x112mm / 0.9kg

Note

Please contact us for a free quotation - info@dnet.nz