ZvBox 160

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Share HD video sources over existing coax

ZvBox® 160 uses existing coaxial cabling so there’s no need to cut holes in walls or pull new cables, making it the perfect retrofit HD video distribution system. And future expansion is easy: when a new HDTV is connected to the coax, it will automatically have access to the Zv channel. Want to share more sources? Create an additional channel by adding another ZvBox 160!

ZvBox® 160 
Combo HD MPEG2 Encoder / QAM Modulator 
720p60 / 480p / 480i
 
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Key Features

  • Up to 720p HDTV cable channel output – HD sources connected to ZvBox 160 can be tuned in at any HDTV.
  • RF output - easy to integrate into existing cable wiring, saves time!
  • Fan cooling - making it easier to deploy in more applications.
  • Gen 3 Encoder - a stronger video processor that runs our newest encoder, delivering exceptional video quality.
  • 60 frames per second - fast action and scrolling text look great.
  • Easy setup - simple front-button interface for channel setting. You are up and running in minutes.
  • Rich configuration - via a USB connection to a PC running ZvConfig. Allows you to change channel names, logos, and many other options if desired.

 

A/V Inputs
 
  • Component video input (Y, Pr, Pb)
  • Accepts 720p, 480p, and 480i video
  • Digital Audio via Optical and RCA inputs
HD MPEG2 Encoding
 
  • 720p, 480p, 480i encoding
  • Audio encoding of PCM inputs, pass-through of encoded audio input
  • Digital and visual watermarking for content theft prevention
RF Modulation / Channel Upconversion
 
  • Digital cable (QAM) channel inserted onto any empty channel
  • Built-in sprectrum analyzer scans cable to find empty channels
  • User-selectable broadcast channels from 2-135
  • Supports STD, HRC or IRC cable channel plans

 

Video Input
Component Video (Y, Pr, Pb) RCA connectors, 75 Ohm 0 to 0.7v Resolutions Supported:
  • 720p, 480p, 480i
59.94 frames/fields per second
Audio Input
S/PDIF Digital Audio Physical Connections
  • TOSLINK optical
  • RCA 75 ohm
Formats
  • 48K, 44.1K, 32K bit PCM
  • AC-3 Pass-through
Video Encoder
Encoder Video Profile MPEG2 HD Profile 2: ISO13818-2 MP@HL (1280x720)
Traffic Shaping Variable Bit Rate
Video Transport Bit Rate 38.78 Mbps
Video Encoding Data Rates Variable, 7 Mbs - 38 Mbs
Average Encoding Data Rate 35 Mbps
Encoding Latency Programmable 100 msec to 400 msec
Color Profile 4:2:0
GOP Size 24
Video, Audio PID Programmable
Program Information Programmable
Content Watermarking Digital and Visual
Audio Encoder
Encoder Audio Profile ATSC A/52
Digital Pass-through Dolby Digital© (AC-3) 1-5.1 channel, Dolby© E, Linear PCM
Modulator/Upconverter
Modulation Types QAM 256, QAM 64 (ITU-T J83 Annex B) Interleaving modes: (64,2) only
Cable Standard HRC, IRC or STD
Frequency Range 50 - 850 MHz (channels 2-135)
  • 2 kHz resolution
  • +/- 30 ppm accuracy
  • +/- 35 ppm stability
Output Power +25 dBmV typical
Output Level Adjust 5 - 25 dBmV in 1dBmV steps
MER 36 dB typical
I/Q Amplitude Imbalance < 1% typical
Spectral Tilt <= 1dB over 6MHz typical
Control/Setup
USB port Rich configuration via ZvConfig application running on a PC
All settings saved in NV storage
Front Button Rapidly set broadcast channel and cable standard without needing any other equipment
General
Power External Power Supply
100VAC to 240VAC, 50/60 Hz, < 20watts
Cooling Internal fan, rear exhaust
Mounting Tabletop or placement on rack shelf
Enclosure Type Metal
Enclosure Dimensions 1.7" H x 10.5" W x 4.75" D
4.32 cm H x 26.67 cm W x 12.07 cm D
Carton Dimensions (individual) 2.5" H 11.5" W 8" D
64 mm H 292 mm W 203 mm D
Shipping Weight 3.5 lbs (1.59 kg)
Temperature/Humidity Operating +32F to +104F (0C to +40C) / 10% to 80%, non-condensing
Vibration NSTA 1A in carton
MTBF 30,000 hours
Compliance Safety UL60065
FCC Class B
Part number ZVBOX160-NA
Model name ZvBox 160
Warranty 1 year

 

Most times, all you need to do is set the channel that you will broadcast on. We have a really simple way for you to do that - a single button on the front combined with an LED. See our front button configuration page to learn more.
If you want to get creative, ZvBox allows you to set channel names, customize idle screens with the customer's logos, and even change the 'heartbeat' watermark in the lower right corner with an image of your choosing. More advanced configuration is done by a software application running on your PC called ZvConfig. Your ZvBox is connected to your PC via USB. See the ZvConfig page to learn more.