ZvPro 280

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Breakthrough Price and Simplicity

VGA and HD video distribution over coax wiring

Top of the line ZvPro® 280 revolutionizes the way HD video is distributed on-premise. A combination HD encoder and RF modulator in a 1RU package, ZvPro 280 makes it affordable to create an HDTV channel and distribute it over simple-to-use COAX wiring to every on-premise HDTV. Our best video processor enables up to 1080p and 1080i encoding for an unsurpassed viewing experience.


ZvPro® 280 
Combo HD MPEG2 Encoder
QAM Modulator
1080p / 1080i / 720p / 480p / 480i
 

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Ideal Applications

  • Creating HD headends in commercial settings, including bars, stadiums, hospitality, education, corporate, healthcare, etc.
  • Distributing razor-sharp digital signage without the need for players at each display
  • Delivering two language channels created from one video stream combined with two different audio inputs

Key Attributes

  • Heavy-duty construction includes robust internal power supply, fan cooling and steel chassis for durability
  • 1080p/i capability allows use of widest range of sources, produces maximum picture resolution
  • Analog Audio makes it easy to connect to various sources
  • Closed Captions with the optional ZvCC module
  • RS-232 port for integration with standard control systems
  • Three year warranty

 

A/V Capture
  • Two separate video input paths, VGA and Component. Easily switch between them.
  • Video input selection via RS-232, IR, USB or front panel
  • 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 480p and 480i on Component input
  • Up to 1920x1080 (1080p) on VGA
  • Digital and Analog Audio
  • All inputs buffered and looped through
HD MPEG2 Encoding
  • Up to 36Mbps sustained average encoding rate
  • Encoding of PCM audio inputs, pass-through of encoded audio input
  • Digital and Visual Watermarking for content theft prevention
  • User-settable program information
RF Modulation / Channel Upconversion
  • Well-formed QAM 256 or QAM 64 6Mhz channel, inserted onto any blank channel
  • Frequency agile from 50 to 864Mhz (Channels 2-135)
  • Built-in spectrum analyzer for scanning the entire cable spectrum for other channels
  • Supports STD, HRC or IRC cable standards
Video Input
Component Video (Y, Pr, Pb) RCA connectors, 75 Ohm 0 to 0.7v
  • Buffered and looped
Resolutions Supported:
  • 1080i, 720p, 480p, 480i 59.94 frames/fields per second
Computer VGA (Analog) HD-15 connector, 75 Ohm RGB 0 to 0.7V, Separate H and V sync
  • Buffered and looped
Resolutions Supported:
  • 640x480, 720x480, 800x600, 1024x768, 1152x864, 1176x664, 1280x720, 1280x768, 1280x800, 1280x960, 1280x1024, 1360x768, 1440x900 at 60 70, 72, 75, 85 Hz. 1680x1050 and 1920x1080 at 60 Hz

VGA resolutions are broadcast centered in the best vertical fit into 1920x1080p30 or 1280x720p60.
Audio Input
SPDIF Digital Audio Physical Connections
  • TOSLINK optical, buffered and looped
  • RCA 75 ohm, buffered and looped
  • USB as PCM audio device
Formats
  • 48K bit PCM
  • AC-3 Pass-through
Analog R/L via RCA, buffered and looped 16-bit 48K bit sampling
Assignment Audio inputs can be assigned to either video input
Video Encoder
Encoder Video Profile MPEG2 HD Profile 2: ISO13818-2 MP@HL (1920x1080 or 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
Intra DC Precision 8 to11 bit, programmable
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
RF Spectrum Analysis
Automated spectrum scanning and reporting across all channels

Detects Analog, Digital or Empty channels.  Also detects STD/HRC/IRC cable plans
Modulator/Upconverter
Modulation Types QAM 256 (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
Amplitude Flatness +/- 1dB over 6 MHz typical
Control/Setup
Powerful command line interface RS-232 or USB
Parameters saved in NV storage
Input Switching IR, RS-232, USB or Front Panel
RS-232 Port 9,600 baud
8 bits, 1 stop bit, no parity
hw/sw flow control supported
General
Power 100VAC to 240VAC, 50/60 Hz, 25 Watts
Cooling Internal fan, front/back flow
Mounting Detachable rack-mounting ears
Rubber feet for counter or shelf
Enclosure Type Metal
Enclosure Dimensions 1.72" H x 17.0" W x 5.75" D
4.37 cm H x 43.18 cm W x 14.61 cm D
Carton Dimensions 5" H x 21"W x 10" D
12.7 cm H x 53.34 cm W x 25.4 cm D
Shipping Weight 5.5 lbs (12.13 kg)
Temperature/Humidity Operating +32F to +113F (0C to +45C) / 10% to 80%, non-condensing
Vibration NSTA 1A in carton
MTBF 30,000 hours
Compliance Safety UL60065
FCC Class B
Part number ZP280-NA
Model name ZvPro 280
Warranty 3 years

 

ZvPro 280 is configured via a USB cable to a PC running a software program called ZvConfig. You can get creative, setting 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. There is also a command line interface that can be used with either the RS-232 port or USB connection. See the ZvBox Configuration page to learn more.