SatBlaster

SatBlaster: Advanced Modular IRD for Professional Satellite Content Decryption

Overview

Elevate your content distribution capabilities with the SatBlaster, an advanced modular Integrated Receiver/Decoder (IRD) designed for professional broadcasters, IPTV operators, and content redistribution experts. This high-density, 4RU rackmount unit provides unparalleled flexibility and reliability for decryption and redistribution of satellite feeds. With its robust features and modular design, the SatBlaster is the ideal solution for handling both encrypted and unencrypted content via IP or terrestrial methods.

The SatBlaster is engineered to meet the demands of modern content delivery networks, ensuring seamless integration with restreamers, groomers, and transcoders. Whether you're managing high-value video content or optimizing satellite feeds for multiple distribution channels, the SatBlaster delivers exceptional performance and versatility.

Key Features

• High-Density, Modular Design: The SatBlaster features a 4RU, high-density modular architecture with up to 8 dual CAM slot support modules, allowing for efficient and scalable decryption capabilities.

• Comprehensive Tuner Support: Each module includes two independent DVB-S/S2 tuners, supporting a total of up to 16 DVB-S/S2 inputs. This enables simultaneous reception of multiple satellite feeds, enhancing your content management efficiency.

• Advanced Decryption Capabilities: Equipped with dual CAM slots per module, the SatBlaster supports a wide range of decryption standards, including BISS, NAGRA, IRDETO, CONAX, Via Access, and more. Each dual tuner S2 capture card supports one BISS key for 24 PIDs from a single transport stream.

• Flexible Input/Output Options: The unit supports various inputs including DVB-S (QPSK/8PSK), DVB-S2, and IP (10/100M). Outputs include IP (UDP, RTP), HDMI, two independent DVB-ASI outputs, and CVBS (composite), providing versatile connectivity options for diverse broadcasting needs.

• Web-Based and Local Management: Manage the SatBlaster effortlessly via its web-based interface (10/100 Base-T) or using the handheld unit. The system supports remote control via SNMP and HTTP Web, as well as local control for immediate adjustments.

• Dynamic PMT Detection and Automatic Updating: The SatBlaster features dynamic PMT (Program Map Table) detection with automatic updates, ensuring accurate stream management and real-time monitoring.

• Advanced Monitoring and Diagnostics: Monitor RSSI (Received Signal Strength Indicator), Eb/No (Energy per Bit to Noise Power Density Ratio), and BER (Bit Error Rate) for optimal signal integrity.

• Enhanced Features: The unit supports VBI (Vertical Blanking Interval) Teletext, EBU/DVB Subtitles, Closed Captioning, and auto-saves settings in case of power loss. Quick upgrades are facilitated through a USB port.

• Redundant Power Supplies: Equipped with dual redundant power supplies, the SatBlaster ensures continuous operation and minimizes downtime.

Applications

• Encrypted Content Repurposing: Perfect for professionals who need to decrypt and repurpose encrypted satellite content for redistribution.

• OTT and IPTV Services: Optimally designed for Over-The-Top (OTT) and Internet Protocol Television (IPTV) platforms requiring reliable content decryption and distribution.

• Multichannel Satellite Decryption: Ideal for environments that need to manage and decrypt multiple satellite channels simultaneously for streaming purposes.

• IP or DVB-S/S2 Re-Multiplexing: Efficiently re-multiplex and filter services, converting satellite streams for diverse distribution channels.