Blonder Tongue
HDE-8C-QAM/IP DIN (OPT 2)
The Blonder Tongue HDE-8C-QAM/IP DIN (OPT 2) is a professional MPEG-2 HD Encoder designed for seamless integration with DIRECTV systems. It accepts up to eight HD programs from H25 satellite receivers via DIN cables or component/composite video from non-H25 sources. This unit digitizes and encodes these streams, outputting them onto four adjacent QAM channels, with Option 2 providing 8xSPTS IP outputs. Essential features include Dolby Digital audio encoding, Closed Captioning support, and user-friendly web-based GUI management for efficient operation.
$6717.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
143
/ 250
#143 in Circuit Decoders & Encoders
Price vs Category Average
+362%
Above average
Weight
15
/ lbs
Who it's for
- High Channel Density
- Dual Output Capability
- Carrier-Grade Reliability
Who should skip it
- High Initial Investment
- Technical Configuration Complexity
- Heat Management Requirements
Key Specs
Weight
15 lbs
Dimensions
16 × 19 × 1.75 in
Input Types
Component Video, Composite Video
Output Types
QAM, SPTS (IP)
Encoding Type
MPEG-2
Number of Inputs
8
Number of Video Inputs
8.0
Number of Audio Inputs
1.0
Features
- Encodes 8 HD programs from DIN inputs
- Digitizes and MPEG-2 encodes inputs
- Provides 4xQAM output channels
- Includes 8xSPTS IP outputs
- Supports user-defined PSIP configuration
- Real-time Dolby Digital audio encoding
- Supports Closed Captioning EIA-608
- Web-based GUI for easy management
What customers say
System integrators highly value the Blonder Tongue HDE-8C for its robust build quality and exceptional reliability in large video distribution networks. Professionals rely on its dependable performance handling eight simultaneous sources for mission-critical hospitality and institutional systems. The DIN rail form factor is a key advantage, saving valuable space in headends. Its versatile QAM and IP output supports modern hybrid architectures seamlessly. While the initial setup demands significant technical expertise, leading to a steeper learning curve, the consensus is that the unit’s long-term operational stability and density justify the premium investment. It remains a top-tier solution for specialized distribution needs.
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