HDE24 High Definition MPEG Encoder Module
HDE24 High Definition Encoder Module
The Drake HDE24 high-definition encoder module generates an MPEG2 or MPEG4 (H.264) video stream, with Dolby® AC3 or MPEG1 layer 2 audio. This module is designed to be installed into Drake's EH24 or MEQ1000-style chassis which provides the control and output interface to the unit. This configuration of encoder module and host chassis provides the ultimate in bandwidth management and economy by allowing multiple HD and SD streams to be multiplexed together dependent upon the limitations of the bandwidth of the chosen output: QAM and/or ASI (see EH24 and MEQ1000 manuals for more information on multiplexing). The HDE24 high-definition encoder accepts non-encrypted HDMI or component video inputs and can inject closed-captioning data from a synchronized composite video source (typically provided by the same decoder that produces the HD video stream). Composite analog audio inputs provide the audio source when component video inputs are used. Typically HDMI has embedded audio but if the HDMI is derived from a source converter that does not provide audio, such as DVI-to-HDMI, then the analog composite inputs may be used.
Applications
- Hospitality
- Health Care
- Commercial
- Government/Military
- Digital Signage
- Cable Networks
Benefits
- High quality low cost High Definition real time encoding in MPEG2 or MPEG4 H.264 with Dolby® AC3 audio
- Module/chassis design allows multiplexing of multiple streams and saves rack space
Download the owners manual (PDF)
| HDE24 High Definition MPEG Encoder Module Technical Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Video Inputs | |
| HDMI | HDMI input (does not support HDCP/Copy protection) |
| Component | 1x HD Component (YCrCb) video input |
| Composite | 1x 1V p-p + /- 3dB, 480i only |
| Closed Caption Input Format | 1x 1V p-p + /- 3dB 480i composite video input (used for Closed Captioning data extraction during HD encoding) |
| Audio Inputs | |
| RCA type L + R | 1x 1Vrms nominal, 3.5Vrms max supports +/- 15dB gain adjustment |
| HDMI embedded audio | Supports stereo PCM digital audio from HDMI |
| Video Options | |
| Input Video Modes | 480i (640x480/720x480 @30fps) |
| Supported | 480p (640x480/720x480 @60fps) 720p (1280x720 @60fps) 1080i (1920x1080 @30fps) Supports auto-scan for input resolution |
| Encoder format | MPEG2 or MPEG4 H.264 |
| Video Adjustments | Brightness, Contrast, Hue, Saturation, Sharpness |
| MPEG4 profile support | Simple, Advanced Simple, High |
| Bitrate | Up to 19Mbps (depends on input format) |
| Audio Options | |
| Encoder format | Dolby® Digital AC3 or MPEG1 Layer 2 |
| Output bitrate | 320kbps |
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
Specifications, price, and availability are subject to change without notice or obligation.
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