ZvBox 170 - HD 720p Video Distribution

NEW ZvBox® 170
Combo HD MPEG2 Encoder / QAM Modulator
720p60 / 480p / 480i

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NEW!  Another breakthrough in Price and Simplicity

VGA and HD video distribution over easy to use coax

The ZvBox® 170 is the newest member of ZeeVee’s line of HD encoder / modulators. Its steel chassis, fan cooling and rack mounting make it suitable for light commercial projects - but it’s also an excellent choice for sharing HD sources over existing coax in high-end homes, as it reduces or eliminates the need to cut holes in walls and run new wires.

And it’s a performer: its upgraded video processor delivers 60 frames per second, so tough-to-reproduce video like sporting events and scrolling text look remarkably smooth and clean.

Ideal Applications

  • Distribute HD channels in sports bars, corporate offices, and other light commercial spaces, over existing coax
  • Distribute one digital signage player to unlimited displays. Just tune it in - no boxes required at each TV
  • Share HD video sources in a home without pulling miles of cables or cutting into walls

Key Features

  • Simple front panel controls mean setup takes minutes
  • Fan cooled, rack-mountable chassis for worry-free installation
  • 720p output for true HD performance at a remarkably low price
  • 60 frames per second output means smoother motion video and cleaner text crawls
  • NEW Closed Captioning capability with the optional ZvCC module
Video Input
Component Video (Y, Pr, Pb) RCA connectors, 75 Ohm 0 to 0.7v


Resolutions Supported:

  • 720p60, 480p, 480i 59.94 frames/fields per second
Computer VGA (Analog) HD-15 connector, 75 Ohm RGB 0 to 0.7V, Separate H and V sync


VGA Resolutions Supported:

  • 640x480, 720x480, 800x600, 1024x768, 1152x864, 1176x664, 1280x720, 1280x768, 1280x800, 1280x960, 1280x1024, 1360x768, 1440x900 at 60 70, 72, 75, 85 Hz.
    1680x1050 at 60 Hz

    VGA resolutions are broadcast centered in the best vertical fit into 1920x1080 or 1280x720 at 59.94 fields / frames per second.
Audio Input
SPDIF Digital Audio Physical Connections
  • TOSLINK optical
  • RCA 75 ohm
  • USB as PCM audio device
Formats
  • 48k, 44.1k, 32k bit PCM
  • AC-3 Pass-through
AssignmentAudio inputs can be assigned to either video input
Video Encoder
Encoder Video ProfileMPEG2 HD Profile 2: ISO13818-2 MP@HL (1920x1080 or 1280x720)
Traffic ShapingVariable Bit Rate
Video Transport Bit Rate38.78 Mbps in QAM 256, 26.97 Mbps in QAM 64
Video Encoding Data RatesVariable, 7 Mbs - 30 Mbs
Average Encoding Data Rate25 Mbps
Encoding LatencyExtremely low - less than 100msec
Color Profile4:2:0
GOP Size16
Intra DC Precision8 to11 bit, programmable
Video, Audio PIDProgrammable
Program InformationProgrammable
Content WatermarkingDigital and Visual
Audio Encoder
Encoder Audio ProfileATSC A/52
Digital Pass-throughDolby Digital© (AC-3) 1 to 5.1 channels
RF Spectrum Analysis
Built-in spectrum scanning and reporting across all channels Reports Analog, Digital or Open channels
STD/HRC/IRC cable plan detection
Modulator/Upconverter
Modulation TypesQAM 256, QAM 64 (ITU-T J83 Annex B) Interleaving modes: (64,2) only
Cable StandardHRC, IRC or STD
Frequency Range50 - 900 MHz (channels 2-141)
  • 2 kHz resolution
  • +/- 30 ppm accuracy
  • +/- 35 ppm stability
Output Power+25 dBmV typical
Output Level Adjust0 - 20 dB of attenuation in 5dB steps
MER34.5 dB minimum
I/Q Amplitude Imbalance< 1% typical
Amplitude Flatness+/- 1dB over 6 MHz typical
Configuration and Control
Front Panel ConfigurationParameters saved in NV storage
PC software
GUI or Command Line		USB
Parameters saved in NV storage
Input SwitchingFront Panel, IR, or USB
General
Power100VAC to 240VAC, 50/60 Hz, 25 Watts
CoolingInternal fan, side/back flow
MountingOptional rack-mounting ears (included)
Rubber feet for counter or shelf
Enclosure TypeMetal
Enclosure Dimensions1.7" H x 14.8" W x 4.9" D
4.32 cm H x 37.6 cm W x 12.45 cm D
Carton Dimensions5.125" H x 18"W x 9.75" D
13.0 cm H x 45.7 cm W x 24.77cm D
Shipping Weight5.07 lbs (2.3 kg)
Temperature/HumidityOperating +32F to +113F (0C to +45C) / 10% to 80%, non-condensing
VibrationNSTA 1A in carton
MTBF30,000 hours
ComplianceSafety UL60065
FCC Class B
Part numberZP170-NA
Model nameZvBox 170
Warranty1 year