AQD Family of Products

 Receives & Demodulates 8VSB, QAM 64 & QAM 256 (Annex B) Input Streams • Modular & Compact Units Permit High Density — 8 Modules in 3 RU • Outputs 480i NTSC Composite Video

Demodulator or AQD is a high performance modular digital receiver that allows for the reception and demodulation of an 8VSB (Off-air SD/HD digital TV Signal) or QAM (Digital CATV) Annex B signal into a baseband NTSC video and audio output.

This permits the delivery of digital television signals in a analog format directly to a television or to interface easily with existing analog modulators on CATV networks.

Most operators and consumers are aware of the federally mandated US government deadline for the transition from analog to digital broadcasts. This deadline has been set for February 17, 2009 by Congress. This means that all off-air analog signals will be terminated and replaced by standard and/or high defi nition digital signals. A similar mandate has also been set for the Instructional Television Fixed Service (ITFS) or newly renamed Educational Broadband Service (EBS) providers. This creates a dilemma for the millions of perfectly good working analog television sets deployed in the market, especially in educational and institutional environments. The AQD Series from Blonder Tongue solves this dilemma. Designed to bridge the digital transition gap, the AQD permits the receipt and delivery of digital originated TV signals in analog format so that the need and requirement to purchase expensive new digital/HD televisions or converter boxes for each viewing location is eliminated. The AQD provides a infrastructure based solution that allows for the replacement of sets in a more economical reasonable manner.

• Any large installed base of analog television viewing locations, easing the cost to upgrade to digital capable televisions immediately

• Educational & Institutional Facilities — Schools, Universities, Hospitals, Prisons, Nursing Homes, Military Bases, etc.

• EBS Broadcast environments to permit simultaneous analog & digital transmission

• Any location that requires digital 8VSB or QAM reception converted to analog

• Television Studios for conversion of digital signals to analog format, great to monitor broadcasts in analog & for locations where digital upgrade is not permitted

• Any location that has a need to simulcast an analog and digital television signal

• Digital ‘Cherry Picking’ of un-encrypted QAM channels

• Locations that can not budget or afford to replace and upgrade all of the viewing locations to digital capable

The ATSC/QAM

AQT Family of Products

The Blonder Tongue ATSC to QAM Transcoder (AQT) is a modular unit that receives either an 8VSB (Off-air Digital) or QAM (CATV Digital) signal, and transcodes it to any CATV QAM channel. The transcoding enables televisions with QAM digital tuners to seamlessly view the 8VSB  Off-air digital signals on cable television frequency assignments without having to change the television tuner input from ‘CATV’ mode to ‘Off-Air’ mode. The input digital signal is stripped of it’s original digital modulation (8VSB or QAM), leaving just the basic data stream. The AQT then creates a new, clean QAM carrier and reinserts the original data stream on to this new QAM carrier. If the original channel was encrypted, it will remain encrypted, if the original channel was in the clear, it will remain in the clear. The only modification to the original data stream that is performed is changing the data rate when converting an 8VSB signal to a QAM signal. This rate change is done via Null Packet processing and does not affect the encryption in any way. The regeneration of a new, clean QAM signal is also useful for digital ‘cherrypicking’ from an existing digital channel line-up, or ‘regenerating’ a channel for optimal Modulation Error Ratio (MER) performance. The Blonder Tongue ATSC to QAM Transcoder (AQT) is a modular unit that receives either an 8VSB (Off-air Digital) or QAM (CATV Digital)

Transcode Digital 8VSB (Digital Off-Air) or Regenerate QAM (CATV Digital) Signals to QAM on Any Channel with the AQT.

Digital channel processing applications including:

• ATSC/8VSB Signal Transcoding to QAM – It is common for digital televisions to only lock to QAM type signals when set or tuned to the “CATV” mode. This creates difficulties for operators transmitting standard ATSC (“digital off-air” or “broadcast”) 8VSB signals. The Blonder Tongue AQT solves this problem by converting an entire 8VSB (ATSC) off-air digital channel to a QAM digital signal. This new QAM channel can be transmitted by the AQT anywhere in the CATV band permitting the current generation of digital  Televisions that are integrated with QAM tuners to easily tune and display the television picture. It also eliminates the need to reprogram or switch the input mode on the television every time a customer wants to switch between a standard digital CATV or off-air channel.

• Digital ‘Cherry Picking’ – The AQT Family of products can be used to ‘Cherry Pick’ selected digital channels from an existing CATV QAM digital lineup and process it for redistribution. If the original CATV QAM channel was encrypted, it will remain encrypted, requiring an authorized set-top for viewing. If the original CATV QAM channel was in the clear, it will remain in the clear, and can be viewed on any television with a QAM digital tuner set to “CATV” mode. The AQT can also be used to ‘Cherry Pick’ and insert selected CATV QAM carriers in to a bandwidth limited private CATV network. This is extremely valuable if a large facility only has a 450 MHz distribution network, and the MSO’s digital offering starts at 650 MHz, there is no room for the digital tier without a costly network upgrade. The AQT can receive the desired high frequency QAM channels and transcode them to available channels within the existing 450 MHz network, delivering the desired CATV QAM channels, while preventing a costly network upgrade.

• QAM Regeneration – As RF signals travel through distribution networks the signals become degraded for a variety of reasons and CATV QAM digital channels are not exempt from this degradation. The AQT Family of products can be used at a remote hub location to restore a high quality CATV QAM digital carrier. The input CATV QAM digital signal is stripped of it’s original digital modulation (QAM), leaving just the basic data stream. The AQT then creates a new, clean QAM carrier and reinserts the original data stream on to this new QAM carrier. This ‘regeneration’ process creates a new, clean QAM channel with an optimal Modulation Error Ratio (MER) performance for continued distribution to subscribers.

AQD 6245 ATSC/QAM Demodulator Receive & Demodulate Digital Signals For Analog Distribution 8VSB Or QAM Input, Baseband Audio/Video Output  Use With 6246, 6233 $948.75

AQD Software UPK 6245 UPK ATSC/QAM Demodulator Series Software Upgrade Kit Performs Firmware Upgrade To Address Program Pan/Scan Crop Adds SmartZoom 1 & SmartZoom 2 Modes Use With 6245,6246

AQD-PCM 6246 AQD Power & Control Module Supports 8 AQD Modules & Standby Powering Back-lit LCD With Push Button Interface Use With 6245,6233 5.00 $623.75

AQD-RCS 2730 AQD - Remote Configuration Server Hardware Unit For Remote Monitoring Via Internet No Software Install Or Phone Line Required, Uses Web Browser Support For AQD Series $723.75

AQD-SPS 6253 ATSC to QAM Demodulator Standby Power Supply Unit Supports 2 Complete Demodulator Rack Chassis Units Headend Fan Is Incorporated In Unit Use With 6245, 6246, 6233, 2730 $725.00

AQM 6271A Agile QAM Modulator ASI Input QAM Modulator, Supports QAM 256, 512 & QAM 1024 Integrated Upconverter, 54-860 MHz Output, NTSC & PAL Compat Double Width Micro Housing, Use With 7715, 7722C, 7703 $1,159.73

AQT 6275 ATSC/QAM Transcoder  Recieve & Transmodulate ATSC Or QAM Digital Signals To QAM 8VSB Or QAM Input, QAM Output Use With 6276, 6233 $1,098.75

AQT-PCM 6276 AQT Power And Control Module Supports 8 AQT Modules And Standby Powering Back-Lit LCD With Push Button Interface Use With 6275, 2736 And 6233 $623.75

AQT-RCS 2736 AQT - Remote Configuration Server Hardware Unit For Remote Monitoring Via Internet No Software Install Or Phone Line Required, Uses Web Browser Support For AQT Series  $723.75

AQT-SPS 6254 ATSC To QAM Transcoder Standby Power Supply Unit Supports 2 Complete Transcoder Chassis units Headend Fan Is Incorporated In Unit Use With 6275, 6276, 6233, 2736 $725.00

ARA 5720 Residential Amplifier With AGC 25 dB, 54-1000 MHz Forward, 5-42 MHz Passive Return Maintains Constant Output Level With Input Level Variations $348.75

NEW from Blonder Tongue Transitioning to Digital-Convert ATSC or QAM Signals To NTSC Analog

Utilize advanced digital signals with existing analog televisions in the institutional environment with the Blonder Tongue ATSC/QAM Demodulator.

· 8VSB, QAM 64 and QAM 256 (Annex B) Transport Streams Supported

· Modular & Compact- 8 Modules per 3RU

· Decodes all 18 ATSC Video Formats

The DHDP Series is a two-unit system consisting of a Downconverter unit which acts as the input section and an Upconverter unit which acts as the output section. Both units are housed in a single MICM style die-cast chassis and are available in both horizontal and vertical versions.

The Downconverter unit is designed to accept any 8VSB signal from 54-860 MHz. Channel entry is made using a 2 digit front panel accessible BCD switch. (I.E. - VHF 2-13, UHF 14-69 & unused spectrum 806-860 MHz). The Downconverter outputs an IF signal which is fed to the Upconverter unit.

The Upconverter unit is designed to take the IF signal from the downconverter and process it to any channel from 54-860 MHz. Channel entry is made using a 2 digit front panel accessible BCD switch. (I.E. - CATV – STD, IRC & HRC as well as Broadcast VHF & UHF).

Specifications

DOWNCONVERTER

RF

Input Frequency Range: (8VSB)

VHF 2-13: 54-216

UHF 14-69: 470-806

UHF Extended: 806-860

Operating Input Range: -10 dbmV to +20 dBmV

Input Level Range:

(AGC Controlled) -20 dBmV to +25 dBmV

Adj. Ch. Rejection: (Ref. to +30 dBmV IF output)

Adj. Aural and Below: >65 dB

Adj. Visual and Above: >65 dB

Output Frequency: 44.00 MHz IF

Output Level: +30dBmV (-20 dBmV to

+25dBmV Input)

L.O. Leakage on RF Input Port: -50 dBmV

Phase Noise: @ 10 KHz Offset -85 dBc/Hz

General

Power Requirements:

+12 VDC: 120 mA

+5 VDC: 160 mA

Operating Temperature Range: 0 to +50 ºC

Mechanical

Dimensions (W x H x D): 1.15 x 3.5 x 7.5 in. 29 x 89 x 101 mm Weight: 0.8 lbs (.36 kg)

Connectors (Rear Panel): RF Input: "F" Type, Female

IF Output : "F" Type, Female

Power: 3 Pin Polarized Receptacle

Controls (Front Panel): Channel Selection: 2 Digit Push Button Channel Enter: Push Button

Indicators (Front Panel): Power ON/Status OK: 2 color LED/Green Status (Error): 2 color LED/ Red

UPCONVERTER

RF

Output Frequency Range: 54-860 MHz  Channels: CATV- STD, IRC, HRC Broadcast; VHF, UHF Output Frequency Tolerance: ±5 KHz

Output Level: Analog: +45 dBmV (IF Input +35 dBmV) Digital: +40 dBmV (IF Input +30dBmV)

Output Level Adj. Range: 10 dB

Channel Flatness: 1 dB

Spurious Output 50-1000 MHz: -60 dB

C/N Ratio IN Channel:

Digital: -60 dB

(6 MHz BW +40 dBmV Output)

Analog: -65 dB

(4 MHz BW +45 dBmV Output)

Broadband Noise: -76 dBc

(4 MHz BW +45 dBmV Output)

Phase Noise:

@ 10 KHz Offset -88 dBc

@ 20 KHz Offset -98 dBc

Output Impedance: 75

Output Return Loss: 12 dB

General

Power Requirements:

+12 VDC: 140 mA

+5 VDC: 300 mA

Power: 3.2 W

Operating Temperature Range: 0 to +50 ºC

Mechanical

Dimensions (W x H x D):

1.15 x 3.5 x 7.5 in.

29 x 89 x 101 mm

Weight: 0.8 lbs (.36 kg)

Connectors (Rear Panel):

IF Input: "F" Type, Female

RF Output : "F" Type, Female

Controls (Front Panel):

Channel Selection: 2 Digit Push Button

Channel Enter: Push Button

RF Output Level: Control

Indicators (Front Panel):

Power ON/ Status OK: 2 Color LED/Green

Status/ Error: 2 Color LED/Red

. Ordering Information

Units

Model Stock No. Description

DHDP-V 6266 Digital & High Definition Processor Vertical Combo 54-860 MHz 8VSB Downconverter, 54-860 MHz Upconverter

DHDC-UV 6265 Digital & High Definition Processor Upconverter 54-860 MHz CATV Output

DHDC-DV 6264 Digital & High Definition Processor Downconverter 54-860 MHz 8VSB Input

DHDP-H 6263 Digital & High Definition Processor Horizontal Combo 54-860 MHz 8VSB Downconverter, 54-860 MHz Upconverter

DHDC-UH 6262 Digital & High Definition Processor Upconverter 54-860 MHz CATV Output

DHDC-DH 6261 Digital & High Definition Processor Downconverter 54-860 MHz 8VSB Input

Accessories

Model Stock No. Description

MIRC-4C 7710 HE-4 Series Rack Chassis & Power Supply 19” Rack Mount 4 Slot Horizontal Chassis w/ Power Supply

MIPS-12C 7722C HE-12 Series Power Supply 5.5 A on 5 VDC line, 4 A on 12 VDC line

MIRC-12V 7715 HE-12 Series Vented Rack Chassis 19” Rack Mountable 2 RU chassis for 12 modular units

DHDC-DH 6261 Digital & High Definition Processor Downconverter 54-860 MHz 8VSB Input Horizontal Micro Version Use with MIRC-4C # 7710

DHDC-DV 6264 Digital & High Definition Processor Downconverter 54-860 MHz 8VSB Input Vertical Micro Version Use with MIRC-12V # 7715 & MIPS-12C # 7722C

DHDC-UH 6262 Digital & High Definition Processor Upconverter 54-860 MHz CATV Output Horizontal Micro Version Use with MIRC-4C # 7710

DHDC-UV 6265 Digital & High Definition Processor Upconverter 54-860 MHz CATV Output Vertical Micro Version Use with MIRC-12V # 7715 & MIPS-12C # 7722C

DHDP-50 6260 Digital & High Definition Processor 54-860 MHz, 8VSB Input 1 RU fully integrated unit, +50 dBmV Output

DHDP-H 6263 Digital & High Definition Processor Horizontal Combo 54-860 MHz 8VSB Downconverter, 54-860 MHz Upconverter Horizontal Micro Version Use with MIRC-4C # 7710

DHDP-V 6266 Digital & High Definition Processor Vertical Combo 54-860 MHz 8VSB Downconverter, 54-860 MHz Upconverter Vertical Micro Version Use with MIRC-12V # 7715

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