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Multicom MUL-HDENC-C-100-NA User Manual

 

 
 

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3.0  HD Encoder Programming/Setup 

To setup and program the MULTICOM HD Digital Encoder you can use either the device’s LCD Front 
Panel and buttons or the Web Interface.  The programming of the settings is easiest by using the Web 
Interface in Section 3.3. 

3.1 Using the HD Encoder Front Panel: 

Press UP/DOWN ARROW buttons to scroll through the display information. 

 

Main Menu:  

Input information and Output Name 

>> Short and long name, Bitrate 

 

Main Menu:  

VCN information   

 

 

 

>> VCN, Channel, and Frequency 

 

Main Menu:  

Management IP 

 

 

 

 

>> IP Address 

3.2 Using the HD Encoder Front Panel for Setup: 

When the unit is powered up it will first go through an internal booting and short self-test and then be 
ready for operation or initial setup.  

The factory Default is for J.83B:STD output.  If ATSC RF output 

is desired (example: for Mexico installation) then the RF Setup Menu > Channel Type must be 
changed to ATSC, etc.

 

 
Press “OK” Button to enter the setup MAIN MENU system. 

The front panel LCD password is:  0000 

Enter the password by adjusting each digit by using the UP/DOWN ARROW buttons – then press “OK” 
when the digit is correct.  Press “OK” to enter Main Menu.  For security purposes the HD Encoder will 
timeout and return to a password protected mode if no buttons are pressed for about 10 seconds. 
 
FRONT PANEL: 
Login: 

 

Press “OK” button 

 
Enter Password 

 

Use UP/DOWN arrows to change digit, Press OK to set it and go to next until all 4 digits are 

entered – the unit will now be in setup MAIN MENU.  Pressing the UP/DOWN ARROWS will scroll 
through the menus/settings.  Pressing the OK will select/execute the Menu Item or Setting. 
 
Press UP/DOWN ARROW to scroll through 

MAIN MENU 

and use

 OK 

to select a Menu: 

 

Main Menu:  

RF Setup

 

 

Main Menu:  

Encoder Setup

 

 

Main Menu:  

Network Setup

 

 

Main Menu:  

Change Password

 

 

Main Menu:  

Reset to Default

 

 

Main Menu:  

Exit

 

 
 

 

Summary of Contents for MUL-HDENC-C-100-NA

Page 1: ... intended solely for use by purchasers of Multicom Inc HD Digital Encoders and their qualified service technicians This document is the property of Multicom Inc and incorporates proprietary subject material and information The use of all design manufacture reproduction and all other rights regarding these contents in whole or part without Multicom Inc written consent is expressly prohibited Multic...

Page 2: ...nt consistent with its operating temperature specifications Placement next to heating devices and ducts is to be avoided as doing so may cause damage The device should not be placed in areas of high humidity DO NOT cover any of the device s ventilation openings If the device has been in a cold environment allow it to warm to room temperature for at least 2 hours before connecting to an AC outlet I...

Page 3: ...crypted HDMI input of up to 1080i 1080p into a J 83B QAM 64 QAM 256 RF or ATSC 8VSB output The Multicom MUL HDENC C 100 NA is feature rich very flexible powerful user friendly and is easy to use for both Residential and Commercial applications The high quality HD performance allows action packed movies and sports channels on any HDTV FRONT VIEW REAR VIEW LCD Display Reset use pin paperclip Power L...

Page 4: ...SC 8VSB 8VSB 19 390Mbps Output Impedance 75 ohm RF Output Return Loss 10 dB Typical VCN Auto Major Minor Manual Major Minor Manual One Part Video Audio Encoding Profile Video Video Codecs MPEG 2 VBR Bitrate Adjustable J 83 Annex B HD 12 0 24 0 Mbps SD 1 0 9 0 Mbps ATSC 8VSB HD 12 0 18 0 Mbps SD 1 0 9 0 Mbps Resolution Output Same as input except 1080p60 in 1080p30 out 1080p50 in 1080p25 out 1080p3...

Page 5: ...lt is for J 83B STD output If ATSC RF output is desired example for Mexico installation then the RF Setup Menu Channel Type must be changed to ATSC etc Press OK Button to enter the setup MAIN MENU system The front panel LCD password is 0000 Enter the password by adjusting each digit by using the UP DOWN ARROW buttons then press OK when the digit is correct Press OK to enter Main Menu For security ...

Page 6: ...ry Default 4Mbps Range 1 9 Mbps Encoder Setup Menu ProgramNumberFactory Default 101 Range 1 65534 Encoder Setup Menu Audio Output Factory Default MPEG1 Layer 2 Or MPEG4 AAC Encoder Setup Menu Source ID Factory Default 101 Range 1 65535 Encoder Setup Menu Exit 3 Press UP ARROW to scroll through NETWORK SETUP MENU Network Setup Menu Host Name Factory Default HDENC 271616 Network Setup Menu IP Setup ...

Page 7: ...for device will be set at 2 1 This is automatically set by the CH output set in the RF Setup section VCN Mode Manual two part VCN Manual 2 part will allow the installer to control VCN channel regardless of the CH freq selected on the RF Output Setup page of the device Examples RF CH VCN Channel 57 55 1 101 101 2 VCN Mode Manual one part Use VCN one part Menu to set VCN channel Example VCN can be s...

Page 8: ...vice 6 Verify parameters have changed and then end your web session As an alternative the HD ENCODER static IP Address may be configured or DHCP enabled on the front panel and then the Web Browser can be used for all other configuration changes by using the IP Address which will be displayed on the LCD BE VERY CAREFUL WHEN USING THE DEFAULT IP ADDRESS AND CONNECTING TO AN EXISTING NETWORK THERE MA...

Page 9: ...the current settings MAC address Firmware version etc The other tabs Encoder Setup RF Output Setup Network Setup and Administration are used to change the HD Encoder settings and operating parameters It is HIGHLY recommended that after all other tabs have been configured that the HD Encoder be rebooted using the REBOOT button on the ADMINISTRATION tab ...

Page 10: ...Setup Menu VCN Mode Factory Default Auto two part VCN Notes below Encoder Setup Menu Short Name Factory Default DTV1 Up to 7 Char Encoder Setup Menu Long Name Factory Default ATSC DTV1 Up to 16 Char Encoder Setup Menu HD Bitrate Factory Default 12Mbps Range 12 24 Mbps Encoder Setup Menu SD Bitrate Factory Default 4Mbps Range 1 9 Mbps Encoder Setup Menu ProgramNumberFactory Default 101 Range 1 6553...

Page 11: ...or device will be set at 2 1 This is automatically set by the CH output set in the RF Setup section VCN Mode Manual two part VCN Manual 2 part will allow the installer to control VCN channel regardless of the CH freq selected on the RF Output Setup page of the device Examples RF CH VCN Channel 57 55 1 101 101 2 VCN Mode Manual one part Use VCN one part Menu to set VCN channel Example VCN can be se...

Page 12: ...es made The RF SETUP MENU RF Setup Menu TSID Factory Default 1 RF Setup Menu Regional Name Factory Default USA RF Setup Menu RF Factory Default Normal Or Inverted RF Setup Menu Channel Type Factory Default J 83B STD ATSC or J 83B RF Setup Menu CH Freq Factory Default J 83B STD CH2 Range 2 135 RF Setup Menu Constellation Factory Default 256 QAM Step 6 Network Setup Tab Set the IP Address select sta...

Page 13: ...et Mask 255 255 255 0 Factory Default Default Gateway 000 000 000 000 Step 7 Administration It is HIGHLY recommended that after all other tabs have been configured that the HD Encoder be rebooted using the REBOOT button on the ADMINISTRATION tab The HD Encoder can be reset to factory default using this menu The BACKUP function will save the HD Encoder s current parameter configuration in a file fo...

Page 14: ...cluded AC power adapter cord to the HD Encoder s 12VDC Power receptacle at the rear 4 Connect the AC adapter to an appropriately rated AC power outlet 5 Test the RF output with a CATV meter to ensure that it is within the input range of the connected TV s 6 Connect to the coaxial distribution using the F connector at the rear of the HD Encoder Use a high quality 75Ω coaxial cable with compression ...

Page 15: ...tings are selected in the HD Encoder and the TVs No Display on TV HD Encoder or TV not setup completely or not correctly 1 Ensure the source and the HD Encoder are powered on 2 Ensure that there is output from the video source direct connect the source with a HDMI to a TV 3 Ensure that there is output from the HD Encoder output bit rate should be shown on LCD 4 Ensure that the correct HD Encoder o...

Page 16: ... DVD Blu Ray Player Occasionally No Input message will appear on TV HD Encoder output will stop output if no Player input is available 1 See note above about HDCP content restrictions 2 Player output will stop when it is overly slow to read data old dirty player 3 Make sure the DVD Blu Ray media is clean no scratches no fingerprints etc Noise on TV Occasionally compression artifacts appear 1 Ensur...

Page 17: ...s damaged MULTICOM will not be responsible for free maintenance or free replacements 6 Disclaimer MULTICOM reserves the right to change any products described herein at any time and without prior notice MULTICOM assumes no responsibility or liability arising from the use of the products described herein except as expressly agreed to in writing by MULTICOM The use and purchase of this product does ...

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