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Hybrid headends (DVB + IP) | DVB headends

Simultaneous output of HF and IPTV

With 16 multi-tuner inputs for SAT, DVB-C and DVB-T2, the headend offers maximum reception flexibility and, thanks to simultaneous RF and IPTV output, supports the transition from traditional distribution to IPTV.

Benefits at a glance:

  • 16 independent multi-tuner inputs (SAT / DVB Input to RF + IPTV)

  • Simultaneous RF and IPTV output

  • Centralized remote management via SMARTPortal

  • SNMP support for professional monitoring

Ultra-compact design

The Ultra Compact headend is a compact, cost-effective headend for hotels and residential complexes that converts 8 satellite transponders into up to 8 QAM or COFDM channels.

Benefits at a glance:

  • 4 inputs for Quattro, Quad or Single cable LNB with integrated multiswitch, single cable reception I and II possible

  • Alternative IPTV output in Q4/2026 available

  • Decryption of encrypted programs via CA modules possible

  • Very compact housing for wall mounting

Maximum flexibility in signal processing

Depending on the type, the MK headends can receive DVB-S/S2/S2x/T/T2/C or DVB-S/S2/S2x and modulate the selected programmes in DVB-C, DVB-T or DVB-T2. With the help of software extensions, functions can also be expanded. The headend can either be mounted directly on a wall or converted for mounting in a 19″ rack using the MKZ 1-0x front panels. Headends for FM, DAB+ channel converters and a universal input modulator complete the range.

Optimised capacity management

By means of re- and cross-multiplexing, programmes can be specifically distributed to the output modulators and capacities optimised. The MK headends are additionally available with CI slots for decoding encrypted programme packages via CA modules (also high-speed modules). Due to the flexible and efficient allocation of programmes to the CA modules, channels distributed over several satellite transponders can be decrypted using one and the same CA module.

  1. DVB-C/T headend with build-in multiswitch

  2. DVB-C/T/IPTV headends in hybrid technology

    The headends initially offer DVB-C or DVB-T signals at the output as usual. However, due to the hybrid technology, these can be switched to IPTV with the software extension MKS 1-03I (no parallel operation possible).

    The MK 16-xxH headends can be converted from pure DVB-C/T to DVB-C/T IPTV parallel operation using the MKS 1-03H software extension.

  3. DVB-C/T headends

  4. DVB-T2 headends

  5. Software extensions

  6. FM Headend with AAC-LC Decoding

  7. Universal Input Modulator/ DAB+ Converter

  8. 19 inch front panels

  9. 19 inch racks

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