ProVideoInstruments VECOAX MICROMOD MS User manual
2014 Advanced model with also USB Recording and PLAY Capabilities,
1080P input over both mpeg2 and mpeg4 modes, low latency encoding
and the newest mpeg4 h264 US TV standard mode
VeCOAX
Micromod MS
Advanced Wall Mount HD Video Modulator
REFERENCE GUIDE
User Manual
Thank you for buying this VeCOAX Micromod.
Please read this manual carefully to install, use and maintain the VeCOAX Micromod in the best
conditions of performance. Keep this manual for future reference.
Directory
CHAPTER 1 Product Introductions..............................................................3
General Description......................................................................................3
Technical Specifications...............................................................................4
CHAPTER 2 Safety Instruction and Installations.........................................6
Safety Instructions........................................................................................6
Installations ..................................................................................................7
Chapter 3 Operations of TS Creator Software...........................................10
Installation..................................................................................................10
Operations of “Creator”..............................................................................11
File Management........................................................................................13
CHAPTER 4 Operations and Management...............................................14
Chapter 5 Operations of Record TS and Play TS through USB Disk........21
Appendix.....................................................................................................23
CHAPTER 1 Product Introductions
General Description
VECOAX MICROMOD is PROVIDEOINSTRUMENTS’s consumer electronics which allow audio/video
signal input in TV distributions and video recorded and playback through a USB port with applications
in home entertainment, hotel Digital Signage, shops etc.
It is an all-in-one device integrating MPEG2 HD/SD & MPEG4 AVC/H.264 HD/SD encoding and
modulating to convert video/audio signals to DIGITAL CABLE RF out.
The signals source could be from satellite receivers, closed-circuit television cameras, Blue-ray players,
and *.ts files created on PC with our TS Creator.exe. Its output signal is to be received by DIGITAL
CABLE TVs or DIGITAL CABLE STBs etc.
Control Buttons and LCD Window
DC 12V Power in
RF out
Composite Video Input via RCA (CVBS
RF
in
Component Video Input via RCA (YPbPr
HDMI Input Left/Right Audio Input
USB Port for Video Record, Save,
Playback and System Upgrade
Technical Specifications
Encoding Section
HDMI
Video
Encoding MPEG-2, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
Interface HDMI*1
Resolution
1920*1080_60P, 1920*1080_50P (for MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 only)
1920*1080_60i, 1920*1080_50i;
1280*720_60p, 1280*720_50P
Bit rate 1.000~19.000 Mbps
Audio
Encoding MPEG1 Layer II, MPEG2-AAC, MPEG4-AAC
Interface HDMI
Sample rate 48KHz
Bit rate 64, 96,128, 192, 256, 320, 384kbps
YPbPr/
CVBS
Video
Encoding MPEG-2, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
Interface CVBS *1, YPbPr*1
Resolution
CVBS: 720x576_50i (PAL); 720x480_60i (NTSC)
YPbPr: 1920*1080_60i, 1920*1080_50i; 1280*720_60p,
1280*720_50P
Bit rate 1.000~19.000 Mbps
Audio
Encoding MPEG1 Layer II, MPEG2-AAC, MPEG4-AAC
Interface 1*Stereo /2 mono
Sample rate 48KHz
Bit rate 64, 96,128, 192, 256, 320, 384kbps
Modulator Section
Standard J.83A EUROPE J.83B USA J.83C JP
Constellation 16/32/64/128/256QAM 64/ 256QAM 64/ 256QAM
Bandwidth 8M 6M 6M
MER ≥43dB
RF frequency 30~960MHz, 1KHz step
RF output level -16~ -36dbm(71~91 dbµV), 0.1db step
Symbol rate 5000-9000 Ksps - ( 6900 EUROPE )
System
Management Local control: LCD + control buttons
Language English
LCN Insertion yes
General
Power supply DC 12V
Dimensions 144*238*52mm
Weight Approx 1kg
Operation temperature 0~45
℃
CHAPTER 2 Safety Instruction and Installations
Safety Instructions
WARNING: Hot plug is not allowed since it may cause system halted.
To prevent fire or electrical shock, do not expose the device to rain or moisture.
The VeCOAX Micromod is powered with a voltage of 12V DC. The power supply
voltage must not exceed the recommended voltage, which otherwise may cause
irreparable damage to the device and the invalidation of the warranty. Therefore:
Do not replace power supply with a voltage greater than 12V DC.
Do not connect the device to the power if the power cord is damaged.
Do not plug the device into mains supply until all cables have been connected
correctly.
Do not cut the cord.
Avoid placing the device next to central heating components and in areas of
high humidity.
Do not cover the device with elements that obstruct the ventilation slots.
If the VeCOAX Micromod has been kept in cold conditions for a long time, keep it in a
warm room minimum 2 hours before plugging into the mains.
Mount the device in vertical position with the connectors located on the top side.
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used
replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as
the original part. Unauthorized substitutes may result in fire, electric shock or other
hazards.
Safety check- Upon completion of any service or repairs to this device, ask the service
technician to perform safety checks to determine that the device is in proper condition.
Installations
RISK of damage to the unit
Mechanically handling the unit may result in damage. Do not connect the unit to the
power supply before or during assembly. Connect the unit as below instructed.
NO HOT PLUG AND
CONNECT THE CABLE AS
FOLLOWING STEPS.
1.Mount and tighten the screws and
plugs to secure the unit to the wall.
Left 10 cm of free space around from
each unit.
2.Connect the signal input in
the respective connectors.
The signal source can be
from a surveillance monitor,
DVD, set-top box, CCTV and
etc.
3.Optionally, connect the
loop-through RF input coaxial
cable.
4.Connect cable to RF output
to STB/TV.
5.Power supply connection:
a) Connect the earth
cable; b) Connect the
power plug to the unit
mains connector; c)
Connect the power plug
to the mains socket.
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Cascade Installation
VECOAX MICROMOD unit has
1 TV signal to RF output
encoded as DIGITAL CABLE
Digital TV signal.
Several VECOAX MICROMOD
units can be cascaded in order
to increase the capacity. The
maximum capacity of a series of
N units is 1xN incorporated TV
signals. To cascade 2 or more
units, connect the RF output of
the preceding unit to the TV
input (loop-through) of the next
unit (see right illustration).
Chapter 3 Operations of TS Creator Software
VECOAX MICROMOD has a function to record and play TS video files created by any
Video Editing Software ( MPEG2 format for US TVs or MPEG / H264 Formats for
international TVs ). Users can also create *.ts files containing images, videos and
audios in a simple and intuitive way, and play them on a television through VECOAX
MICROMOD’s USB port using our CREATOR software.
File format supported include:
Image: JPG, PNG, BMP, GIF/Video: MP4, WMV, AVI, MPG, TS, MKV… /Audio: MP3,
WAV
Installation
Download our creator software from
www.provideoinstruments.com/tsc.zip
1. Download our “TS Creator” software package on your PC to get the installer and
its auxiliary routine.
2. Occasionally, if your PC hasn’t installed “Net Frame 2.0” yet, double-click
“NetFx20SP2_x86.exe” until complete the installation.
3. Double-click “Setup.exe” application to install the “Creator” and generate a
desktop shortcut.
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