POLYTRON‘s compact headends – a simple way to get more programmes

QAM compact headends are the perfect devices for receiving and effectively processing SAT signals, and are best suited for the transmission of digital television and radio programmes in communal facilities. The headends convert all programmes from the digital SAT transponders to digital cable channels (DVB-C).
CSW – Connect, Scan, Watch TV

• ready for use immediately
• existing home cabling is used
• quick and clean assembly
• minimal cable work involved
• conversion virtually interruption-free
• no previous knowledge of programming necessary
• not too demanding at assembly point
• made in Germany

Flexible input matrix

• built-in 4 inputs switch board (not QAM 4)
• 4 SAT IF layers freely selctable
• direct connection of SAT IF polarisations by bypassing the switch board possible

Long life - Management

• thermic efficient module concept
• temperature control and analysis
• dynamic fan control
• overtemperature protection
• large-dimensioned switching power supply

Intuitive programming

• USB interface enables simple and fast programming with PC
• preprogrammed channel assignment
• self-explanatory programming interface
• duplication of configuration for further devices by using a USB stick
• knowledge of allocation and administration of IP addresses not necessary
• can be remote controlled via LAN

QAM headends in comparison

Conversion of 12 SAT transponders with inbound distribution for simple and fast installation

The QAM 12 LAN headend converts 12 SAT transponders into 12 DVB-C-channels. The built-in switch matrix allows for a quick and simple installation, as just four SAT levels need to be connected.

The headend can be programmed with other channels fastly and easily via USB or LAN interface. Features like LCN, NIT, TSP and LAN administration complete the outstanding functionality.

• 12 x DVB-S/S2 in DVB-C
• built-in 4 to 12 switch matrix
• MPEG 2 and MPEG 4 compatible
• output channels from 112-862 MHz can be freely selected
• suitable for adjacent channels
• LCN
• level attenuation 0-12 dB
• integrated LNB power supply
• temperature-controlled fans
• transponder content can be erased

Conversion of 8 DVB-S/S2 transponders into DVB-C or DVB-T

The new PCU 8000 series HDTV compact headend converts signals from 8 satellite transponders into DVB-C channels. The transport stream can be modified e.g. to delete programs, to adapt NIT / ONID data or to sort channels (programmes) using the LCN function.

Conversion of 8 DVB-S/S2 transponders into DVB-C or DVB-T

The new PCU 8000 series HDTV compact headend converts signals from 8 satellite transponders into DVB-T channels. The transport stream can be modified e.g. to delete programs, to adapt NIT / ONID data or to sort channels (programmes) using the LCN function.

Conversion of 8 DVB-S/S2 into DVB-T 4x8 switching matrix

The PCU 8620 compact headend converts satellite signals into DVB-T channels. The headend features a built-in input switching matrix, to which up to four SAT levels are connected, which can be arbitrarily distributed to the eight tuners. The switching matrix facilitates quick and comfortable installation.

Conversion of 8 DVB-S/S2 transponders into DVB-C 4x8 switching matrix

The PCU 8610 compact headend converts satellite signals into DVB-C channels. The headend features a built-in input switching matrix, to which up to four SAT levels are connected, which can be arbitrarily distributed to the eight tuners. The switching matrix facilitates quick and comfortable installation.

8x DVB-S/S2, DVB-T/T2, DVB-C in DVB-C with 4 CI

The new compact headend PCU 8112 allows the combined conversion of encrypted and free-to-air channels. 

8x DVB-S/S2, DVB-T/T2, DVB-C in DVB-T with 4 CI

The new compact headend PCU 8122 allows the combined conversion of encrypted and free-to-air channels.