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 DT-QAM-AMM-1 Manual

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1 General

1.1 Description

The DataTronix DT-QAM-AMM-1, High Definition (HD) Modulator, is the ultimate solution for 

adding local content seamlessly into a coaxial cable TV network. This innovative device boasts 

the ability to generate an MPEG-2 encoded signal in either QAM or ATSC format from an HDMI 

input. With its sleek design, it features one HDMI input, one RF output, and one LAN port for 

web management - making it the perfect addition to add locally generated content, such as digi-

tal signage and video surveillance.

This innovative unit can be effortlessly installed into an existing analog micro-modulator slot, 

making upgrading your system to HD an effortless process.

Specifications

Input
Video Input

HDMI

Audio Input

HDMI

Video Input Format

480i/p, 576i/p, 720p, 1080i/p

Closed 

Captioning (CC)

Composite Video

RF Output
Frequency 

Range

57-861 MHz

Output Level

41 dBmV

Channel 

Bandwidth

6 MHz

Channel Level 

Adjustment

0 dB - 30 dB Typically

MER

35 dB Typically

Attenuation 

Step

1 dB per step

Compression
Video

MPEG 2

Video 

Resolution

1080p 25/30 Max

Video 

Bit Rate

18Mbit/sMax

Audio

MPEG - 1 Layer 2, AAC-LC, AC3

Connections
HDMI IN

HDMI IN

Closed 

Captioning (CC)

RCA Female 75Ω (Yellow)

RF Out

1 RF Output, Type Female, 75Ω

LAN

Web Management

Button Control

UP/Down/OK

Micro USB-B

S/W Update

General

Modulation

Standard QAM (J83 Annex 

B)/ ATSC A/53
Constellation 256 QAM, 

64 QAM/8VSB
Bandwidth 6MHz
Channel Type: STD

DC IN

5VDC, 12VDC

Display

OLED panel @ 64 x 32 Dots

Operating Limits

Temperature: 

41-104°F (5-40°C)
Relative Humidity 

80% @ 86°F (30°C)

Dimensions

9.25″ x 1.06” x 3.46” 

(235 x 27 x 88 mm)

Weight

0.6294 lbs (0.2855 kg)

Warranty

1 Year Warranty

1.2 Specifications

Summary of Contents for DT-QAM-AMM-1

Page 1: ...Manual DT QAM AMM 1 User Manual...

Page 2: ...2 1 Connection diagram examples 4 2 3 Navigation and edition of values 5 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5 3 1 Description of controls and components 5 3 2 Starting 6 3 3 Menu 6 3 4 Menu Tree 8 3 5 Accessing...

Page 3: ...dio Input HDMI Video Input Format 480i p 576i p 720p 1080i p Closed Captioning CC Composite Video RF Output Frequency Range 57 861 MHz Output Level 41 dBmV Channel Bandwidth 6 MHz Channel Level Adjust...

Page 4: ...ernal power supply Use only the rack mount 5V 12V Power Supply with the DT QAM AMM 1 2 2 Connection 2 2 1 Connection diagram examples CONNECTION DIAGRAM FOR SINGLE MODULE Default Static IP address 192...

Page 5: ...rument to generate a QAM ATSC signal compatible with any digital cable television receiver 3 Operating Instructions 3 1 Description of controls and components Display OLED Menu navigation keys LAN Web...

Page 6: ...according to your preferences you can switch to the USER DEFINE mode by clicking on the radio button next to USER DEFINED 4 1 Min Max Bitrate Changes the output video bitrate Allowed value is 2000 20...

Page 7: ...ce ID edit 18 Setup Date Time Weekday Changes the date time and weekday of the DT QAM AMM 1 Time will be shown on the display Note this setting is not saved to non volatile memory If the instrument lo...

Page 8: ...Disable Enable Interlace ENC I Field I Field MO DE IFrame Mode 3 Audio Codec AC 3 MPI Layer II AC 3 AAC LC 3 Stream 1 PMT PID 32 1 8191 2 Video PID 33 1 8191 3 Audio PID 36 1 8191 4 PSIP TSID 100 1 65...

Page 9: ...settings 3 5 2 Frequency Settings 3 5 1 Modular Settings 1 Once powered on the DT QAM AMM 1 takes about 15 seconds to become operational You will then see the message Initial Wait appear on the displa...

Page 10: ...DT QAM AMM 1 Manual 10 3 5 3 Video Audio Settings 3 5 4 Stream Settings...

Page 11: ...will be paid by Original Purchaser and all risk for the hardware shall remain with the Original Purchaser until such time as Company takes receipt of the hardware Upon receipt the Company will prompt...

Page 12: ...ct negligence or other legal action even if the Company or its agent has been advised of the possibility of such damages or for any claim brought against your by another party Jurisdic tions vary with...

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