Product Manual QMOD-SDI1.5 QMOD™ HD Modulator-IPTV Encoder April 22, 2014 Preliminary Contemporary Research 1 QMOD-SDI1.
Table of Contents Table of Contents ................................................................................................................................ 2 Overview ............................................................................................................................................. 3 Installation - Settings ......................................................................................................................... 4 Front Panel Menus ..........................
Overview Employing a totally new HD encoding technology, the QMOD-SDI1.5 continues the QMODTM track record for quality and innovation, setting a new benchmark for features and performance. In addition to standard SDI resolutions, the QMOD-SDI can accept 3G SDI and 60/30 Hz feeds from prosumer SDI sources. Users can upgrade operation for full scaling and dual-channel operation by entering optional upgrade key codes. Sources One HD-SDI input, 3G 1080p and 1080i/720p 59.
Installation - Settings There are 3 ways you can change the settings: Front Panel. Press the SETUP button use the Up/Down buttons to move through menus, Left/Right to change settings, then press SELECT to store the changes at each step. o Select a menu group (Quick, A, B, QMOD), then SELECT to view that group’s menus o Press SETUP to move back to other menu groups Ethernet. Access the onboard Web pages. Helpful for remote access when system is fully integrated with site Ethernet. USB-Web.
Program A and Program B This series of menus lets you drill down to all the possible options for either Program. Audio 1 Input Audio 1 Format Audio 1 Lang Audio 2 Input Audio 2 Format Audio 2 Lang Video Input Resolution Bitrate (Mbps) Chan Major ID Chan Minor ID Chan Name No Vid Color Major ID Minor ID Name Sync Trig Level Horiz Freq Vertical Freq Lines Sets audio for the currently selected source.
Common This series of menus sets global values for QMOD operation Channel QAM Cable format QAM Type RF Level IP Mode IP Address Gateway Subnet Mask Telnet Port Output Stream QMOD IP Port UDP Mode DstMultiAddr Dest IP Addr Dest IP Port MAC/SN LCD Contrast LCD Bright Temperature Fan Speed Backlight CVCT 2nd Chan Key Scaler Key CVCT FW version Sets the physical channel, 2-135 Selects QAM 64 or QAM 256 (default). Fixed at 256 when 2-channel mode is enabled.
Web pages The Web pages provide the same settings as the front-panel menus in simple Web forms (QMOD-HDMI1.5 pages shown as an example). Quick Setup shows the basic setup options. The Program A and Program B pages offer a full range of setup features for each program. Contemporary Research 7 QMOD-SDI1.
The Common pages change global values for the QMOD. Web Pages via USB When you don’t have an Ethernet connection, you can view the pages through the front USB port. Connect a USB cable from the QMOD to your Windows PC, unit will auto-install Go to Control Panel – Network and Internet – Change Adapter Settings Right-click the USB Ethernet/RNDIS Gadget Select Internet Protocol Version 4, select Properties and enter this info: o IP Address: 192.168.277.228 o Subnet Mask: 225.225.225.
Installation - Sources Process SDI Connect source(s) to appropriate inputs Perform Quick Setup from front panel to test operation and channel Use USB Web pages or front panel menus to compete the setup The front panel LEDs will light if 2-channel or scaling options are enabled Source can be 1080p 60/59.94 Hz, 1080i 60/59.94 Hz, 720p 60/59.94 Hz, or 480i 29.
Rack Mounting Three options are available for rack-mounting QMOD modulators. RK2 Dual Rack Kit with Tie Bar Mounting New QMOD and QCA enclosures have a slot in the bottom middle of the case. This will accept a tie bar that will lock the two enclosures together without taking the cases apart . 1. 2. 3. 4. Check that your enclosures have the tie bar slot. Slide the included tie bar into the side of one unit and attach with the included screws.
Specifications Physical Front Panel Encoding Modulation Compliance Power Rear Panel EAS SDI Input 8.5” [216mm] wide x 1.73” [62mm] height (1RU) x 6.0” [153mm] deep 1.5 lbs [0.
Safety Instructions Read before operating equipment. 1. Cleaning - Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 2. Power Sources - Use supplied or equivalent UL/CSA approved low voltage DC plug-in transformer. 3.
Limited Warranty and Disclaimer Contemporary Research Corporation (CR) warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use for a period of two years from the date of purchase from CR. Should such a defect occur CR will repair or replace, at their option, the defective product at no cost for parts or labor. This warranty extends to product purchased directly from CR or an Authorized CR Dealer.