TV, Multimedia and Digital Signage over IP and Cat-5 networks
The MediaStar Pro Range      

 

MediaStar Pro Overview

MediaStar Pro has been developed to meet the demand for versatile CATV, Television and AV delivery. It is the ultimate answer to TV over Cat-5/UTP delivery and its powerful management software, flexibility and expandability make it the perfect solution for many different environments.

The MediaStar Pro system is capable of delivering up to 180 PAL and 200 NTSC channels of TV and AV sources through the CAT-5/UTP structured cabling infrastructure. The heart of the system is the MediaStar Adminstration software, a comprehensive management program which allows System Managers complete control of the MediaStar Pro system and the ability to determine the privileges and access rights accorded to individual users and groups.

The MediaStar Administration software monitors and addresses the MediaStar Video Hub Chassis, the hardware switches which route the video and audio content to the appropriate end points on the system, in addition to managing the MediaStar Evolution IPTV elements of the solution as well. The MediaStar Administration software is the gatekeeper that ensures that only the appropriate content is delivered to specific authorised end users.

  
Features and Benefits  
  • 180/200 channel capacity
  • Zero LAN impact
  • No video/audio latency
  • SNMP monitoring
  • PAL/NTSC support
  • Unlimited users per system
  • Uses existing Cat-5/6 infrastructure
  • Total control of user viewing rights
  • IP control over the MediaStar Pro hubs
  • Manage MediaStar hubs in different locations and buildings
   
MediaStar Pro Typical Applications  

Financial Trading Rooms

Keeping in touch with the latest financial news or world events is vital today's modern financial trading room. Satellite and CATV channels such as CNN, CNBC and Sky News are broadcast through the Cat-5/UTP cabling. Timed delivery of individual channels allow Analysts' broadcasts to be delivered to selcted TVs or PCs.

Corporate Offices

MediaStar Pro is able to deliver a uniform message from the CEO and distribute breaking news to multiple large screen displays and PC workstations simultaneously. Larger organsations can add to their system simply by looping together MediaStar Pro hubs and adding users. The addition of users has no impact on the LAN.

Education

Universities, colleges and schools use MediaStar Pro connected to their structured cabling system to deliver lectures and educational material, live or from a server to any number of screens in different classrooms throughout their campus.

Sports Stadia

Networking a large number of displays through the MediaStar Pro system, a sports stadium is able to select and control delivery of information to different areas depending on the audience. So, during a match, coverage can be displayed throughout the stadium, but at a seminar, the screens can be used to display archived footage of VHS or DVD.

Leisure and Retail

Deliver video and audio from a variety of content sources. So a Shopping Mall, Health Club or Sports Bar could show live football from a satellite channel whilst at the same time displaying music TV, news or advertising on other screens. Control is entirely in the operator's hands.

Hotels and Hospitality

Presentations, product promotions or messages can be delivered to a wide variety of diplay devices. Hotels may welcome guests with messages on a Plasma screen in the foyer, whilst the hospitality suite at a racecourse may to prefer to combine live race coverage on the TV screen with a promotional presentation

TV and AV Delivery over Cat-5/UTP

Multiple Inputs Sources and Output Devices

Connect a host of input devices

An RF Headend combines incoming satellite signals and MATV/CATV feeds with local content from antennas, satellite decoder units, cameras, DVDs and VCRs to form an RF backbone for distribution to the MediaStar video hubs.

Output to any device

Deliver video and audio to plasma/LCD screens, projectors, TV's and PC workstations. Line powered MediaStar Settops, Desktops and Micro Access Receivers can be connected to the MediaStar video hub at a distance of up to 800m/2,600ft. via an installed Cat-5/UTP structured cabling system.
MediaStar Pro in an Office  

 

Managed TV and AV Delivery over Cat-5
Expanding a MediaStar system is simple through the deployment of mulitple MediaStar Pro video hubs around a fibre or coaxial RF Backbone. Design systems with multiple video hubs co-located or geographically dispersed to create large systems with virtually unlimited users and end points. Each 7u rack mountable hub will provide a full TV/AV service to 64 individual end points.

Roll Out User
Front panel RJ45 sockets allow interconnection with MediaStar Pro Receiver units to Plasma/LCD screens, desktop PCs and Touch Panels at a distance of up to 800m/2,600ft. via the installed Cat-5/UTP four pair cabling infrastructure.

Hook up the RF backbone
Single or dual RF inputs enable TV capacity of up to 200 NTSC or 180 PAL channels.
Typical MediaStar System Schematic  

 

Connect a Host of Input Devices
An RF Headend combines incoming satellite signals and MATV/CATV feeds with local content from antennas, decoder units, cameras, DVDs and VCRs to form an RF backbone for distribution to the MediaStar video hubs.

Intuitive Use
Viewer control of the MediaStar Pro Settop/Desktop/Micro Access units is with either an infrared handset or by RS232 from a PC workstation or by a Touch Screen Control system such as Crestron. Viewers can channel select and adjust volume, assisted by an on screen display or PC application.
Managed Multi-Channel TV/AV  

 

Connect a host of input devices
An RF Headend combines incoming satellite signals and MATV/CATV feeds with local content from antennas, decoder units, cameras, DVDs and VCRs to form an RF backbone for distribution to the MediaStar Video Hubs.

Take Control
Use IP, RS232 or RS485 Hub connectivity to facilitate MediaStar video hub configuration, control and monitoring from the remote MediaStar administration program.

Deploy Multiple Hubs
Each 7u rack mountable hub will provide a full TV/AV service to 64 individual receiver units.
MediaStar Pro Receiver Units  

 

Micro Settop TV Receiver - 507
Allows TV viewing at a Plasma/LCD/TV. Local channel and volume selection is made using the IR Sensor and Remote Control.

Micro Desktop PC Receiver - 508
Allows TV viewing at a PC. Local channel and volume selection is made through the MediaStar Desktop Software GUI, the PC communicates this instruction through a RS232 connection to the Desktop Receiver.

Micro Access Touch Panel Receiver - 512
Allows TV viewing at a Plasma/LCD/TV using touch screen control panels. Local channel and volume selection is made through a touch panel interface which then communicates this instruction through a RS232 connection to the Micro Access Touch Panel Receiver.
Manage and Control Users  

 

Control Viewing Rights
Give viewing access and system privileges to individual users, groups of users or globally. Accord access security by user, location or content. Enable and disable broadcast rights.

Timed Channel Events
Set up timed events and push remote channel changes. Use viewing records for cost centre assignment.

IP Control
Utilise SIPI (Simple IP Interface) to allow system sub administration from remote touch screens. Use SNMP monitoring and diagnostic functions to assist in installation and ongoing maintenance.
Desktop TV  

 

Control Viewing Rights
MediaStar Workstation software enables PC based users to access to the MediaStar Pro Video Network using the Micro Desktop Unit, Part 508.

Timed Channel Events
Users can select TV channels, adjust audio levels.
Part Number
Product
Description
507/p
Settop Receiver
Micro TV Settop Receiver Unit, Mono Audio c/w IR Remote Control, IR sensor module, connector cables: Scart plug to 2 x phono plugs, Velcro Mounting Kit
508/p
Desktop Receiver
Micro PC Desktop Receiver Unit, Mono Audio c/w 2.5mm Jack Plug to 9-way "D" type RS232 cable, connecting cables: phono to phono; phono to 3.5mm Jack; 3.5mm female to female jack socket adapter, Velcro mounting kit.
512/p
Micro Access Receiver
Micro Access Receiver Unit, Mono Audio, designed for use with Quick Program RS232 for Touch Screen Control, c/w 2.5mm Jack Plug to 9-way "D" type RS232 cable, connecting cables: phono to phono; phono to 3.5mm Jack; 3.5mm female to female jack socket adapter, Velcro mounting kit.
560/sptl
MediaStar Pro Hub Outlet cards (PAL)
 Quad User Card (90 Ch.) Supports Hub Line Power through Cat 5/6 cabling

560/sptr
MediaStar Pro Hub Outlet cards (PAL)
 Quad User Card (90 Ch.) Supports Hub Line Power + Local Audio Output
560/dptl
MediaStar Pro Hub Outlet cards (PAL)
 Quad User Card (180 Ch.) Supports Hub Line Power through Cat5/6 cabling
560/dptr
MediaStar Pro Hub Outlet cards (PAL)
 Quad User Card (180 Ch.) Supports Hub Line Power + Local Audio Output
500/SL
MediaStar Pro Hub Equipment
 MediaStar Video Hub, 90 Channel Input, Line Powered to support Micro Settops and Desktops
500/DL
MediaStar Pro Hub Equipment
 MediaStar Video Hub, 180 Channel Input, Line Powered to support Micro Settops and Desktops
440-7005
 MediaStar Pro Hub Equipment Amplifier and 19" Rack Mounting kit
700/c
 MediaStar Pro Hub Controllers MediaStar Rack Mount Controller c/w MediaSoft Controller and Administrator Software. Dimensions : 1U Rack-Mountable Chassis : 1.68"/4.2cm H x 16.7"/42.42cm W x 24"/61.0cm D
400/5000
 MediaStar Pro Hub Controllers RS 232 to RS 485 converter and line driver for multi hub systems
468
 MediaStar Pro Hub Controllers RS 232 /485 to IP converter to enable IP network control of MediaStar Pro 500 series hubs
489/1y
 Peripherals MediaStar Pro Infra Red Remote Control (TV only)
911-4141
 Peripherals Remote IR sensor module fitted with 3.5mm Jack for connection to MediaStar Pro Micro TV Settop Receiver Unit
510
 Peripherals MediaStar wired keypad remote control for use with MediaStar Pro Micro TV Settop Receiver, (150mm x 80mm x 30mm / 6" x 3 1/4 x 1 1/4)

 

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