BLANKOM IGS-900 DVB to IP Gateway

DVB to IP GATEWAY, 16 Tuner | IGS-900

BLANKOM IGS-900/IGS-900A

The BLANKOM IGS-900: Broadcast-Grade 16-Tuner DVB to IP Gateway

Engineered for the uncompromising demands of modern broadcasting, system integration, and enterprise IT infrastructures, the BLANKOM IGS-900 delivers exceptional reliability in heavy-duty B2B environments. Manufactured under strict OEM production standards, this high-density 1U gateway is precisely designed to bridge the gap seamlessly between traditional satellite reception and advanced IPTV networks.

Corporate Headend operators, OTT providers, and infrastructure installers require hardware that performs flawlessly under continuous load. The IGS-900 meets this critical requirement through rigorous engineering and premium component selection, ensuring 24/7, year-round continuous operation without performance degradation, thermal throttling, or signal jitter.

By consolidating 16 independent DVB-S/S2/S2X tuners and integrated BISS descrambling into a single, robust commercial chassis, the IGS-900 minimizes rack footprint while maximizing operational efficiency and network stability. It is the definitive, professional-grade solution for converting massive volumes of transponder data into scalable, high-fidelity SPTS and MPTS IP streams.

Input

16x DVB-S/S2/S2X Tuner Inputs (L, KU, C-Band)
(DVB-C/T/T2/ISDB-T/ATSC-T optional)
2x ASI Inputs
1x TS Playing via USB Disk
Output

1024x SPTS IP Outputs over UDP and RTP/RTSP
19x MPTS IP Outputs (for Tuner/ASI/USB bypass) over UDP and RTP/RTSP
2x ASI Outputs
Features

BISS descrambling
DiSEqC support for up to 4 Satellites
2x independent DATA output ports, DATA1 (512 SPTS output) + DATA2 (512 SPTS output)
Dynamic PMT, and EPG demuxer support (IGS-900A only)
Ordering guide

IGS-900 with 16x DVB-S/S2/S2X tuners
IGS-900A with 16x DVB-S/S2/S2X tuners, dynamic PMT, and EPG demuxer support
IGS-900C with 16x DVB-C/T/T2/ISDB-T tuners
IGS-900S with 16x ATSC tuners

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DVB to IP Gateway with 16 Transponder input

 

IPTV Headend with 16 tuners. Designed for local IPTV distribution networks on LANs and for OTT operators, BLANKOM IGS-900 is converting up to 512 channels from 16 satellite transponders into IPTV signals, at an unbeatable price.

BLANKOM IGS-900 DVB to IP Gateway, front view

Key Technical Advantages & Operational Benefits

 

High-Density Input Processing for Maximum Rack Efficiency Data center and headend real estate is a premium commodity. The IGS-900 is engineered to maximize throughput per rack unit (1RU) by simultaneously ingesting 16 independent DVB-S/S2/S2X transponders.

    • Massive Output Scaling: It efficiently converts these RF inputs into up to 512 SPTS (Single Program Transport Streams) or 16 MPTS (Multi Program Transport Streams) via UDP/RTP protocols.
    • Reduced Overhead: By consolidating what previously required multiple receivers into a single chassis, installers drastically reduce rack footprint, simplify cabling infrastructure, and lower overall power consumption and HVAC cooling requirements.

Integrated BISS Descrambling for Streamlined Decryption Managing encrypted feeds often complicates Headend architecture by requiring additional CAMs (Conditional Access Modules) or external decryption hardware. The IGS-900 mitigates this bottleneck natively.

    • Hardware-Free Decryption: Equipped with embedded BISS-1 and BISS-E descrambling capabilities directly on the tuner level, the unit can decrypt secure, broadcast-grade feeds without the need for supplementary hardware.
    • Cost & Reliability Benefits: This not only lowers the total cost of installation for the system integrator but also eliminates potential points of hardware failure, resulting in a cleaner, more resilient signal chain.

Advanced Stream Management & Jitter Elimination In professional IPTV networks, the stability of the IP output is just as critical as the quality of the RF reception. The IGS-900 provides engineers with granular control over the transport stream structure before it enters the LAN.

    • Precision PCR Adjusting: Natively corrects Program Clock Reference (PCR) inaccuracies, ensuring synchronized audio and video delivery while eliminating network jitter down the line.
    • Bandwidth Optimization: Features comprehensive PID filtering and remapping capabilities. Installers can strip unwanted audio tracks, teletext, or null packets from the transport stream, optimizing network bandwidth and ensuring the edge switches and set-top boxes are never overwhelmed by unnecessary data.
    • Null PKT Filter: Automatically removes null packets, guaranteeing highly efficient IP transmission even in bandwidth-constrained network topologies.

  • 16 tuner inputs DVB-S/S2/S2X (DVB-C, DVB-T/T2, ISDB-T, ATSC Optional)
  • 2 ASI input
  • BISS descrambling
  • 90 Mbps max bitrate per each input
  • FTA only
  • SPTS or MPTS output
  • Supports a maximum of 128 PID mappings per input
  • DiSEqC support for up to 4 Satellites
  • 2 GE mirrored output, up to 850 Mbps (SPTS version)
  • 2 independent GE output ports, GE1 + GE2
  • Accurate PCR adjusting (SPTS version)
  • PID filtering and re-mapping
  • PSI/SI rebuilding and editing
  • “Null PKT Filter” function
  • Remote control and firmware, web NMS management
  • Updates via web
  • Professional quality, breakthrough price

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BLANKOM IGS-900 DVB to IP Gateway, System diagram

  • OTT & IPTV Operators: Cost-effective conversion of free-to-air satellite transponders into massive IP payloads (SPTS/MPTS) for local IPTV distribution networks.

  • Hospitality & Institutional Networks: Centralized distribution of high-definition satellite programming over LANs in hotels, hospitals, and corporate campuses.

  • Maritime and Cruise Ship Distribution: Integration of satellite signals received via stabilized marine antennas into the ship’s existing IP infrastructure with a minimal hardware footprint.

  • Remote Industrial Camps: Reliable 24/7 operation for distributing entertainment and information to isolated locations such as oil rigs or mining sites.

  • Corporate Headends: Seamless IP video routing of international news and industry channels directly to executive offices and trading floors.

 

BLANKOM IGS-900 is a DVB/IP gateway, which has 16 DVB-S/S2 tuners (DVB-C, DVB-T/T2, ISDB-T, and ATSC optional) and de-multiplexing functions in one case to convert RF signals into TS output.

It is in a 1U case, which supports 16 tuner inputs.

To meet customers’ various requirements, IGS-900 is designed to demux programs from any RF input.
It is capable of generating either 1024x SPTS streams or 16x MPTS streams in UDP, RTP/RTSP.

 

BLANKOM IGS-900 DVB to IP Gateway, front view

 

BLANKOM IGS-900 DVB to IP Gateway, rear view

 

Function DVB/IP Gateway with 16x RF input, IP port.

INPUT

  • RF 16x RF DVB-S/S2/S2X (DVB-C, DVB-T/T2, ISDB-T, ATSC optional), F type
  • 90 Mbps max. bitrate per each input

TUNER

  • DVB-S
    Input frequency: 950-2150 MHz
    Symbol rate: 2-45 Msps
    Signal strength: -65 -25 dBm
    Constellation: ½, 2/3, ¾, 5/6, 7/8 QPSK
  • DVB-S2
    Input frequency: 950-2150 MHz
    Symbol rate: QPSK 1-45 Msps, 8PSK 2-30 Msps
    Code rate: ½, 3/5, 2/3, ¾, 4/5, 5/6, 8/9, 9/10
    Constellation: QPSK, 8PSK
  • DVB-C (optional)
    J.83A (DVB-C), J.83B, J.83C 47–860 MHz
    Constellation: 16/32/64/128/256 QAM
  • DVB-T/T2 (optional)
    44–1002 MHz
    Bandwidth: 6, 7, 8 MHz

OUTPUT

  • IP (1024 SPTS or 16 MPTS) over UDP, RTP / RTSP output
  • 2 ASI ouput
  • 2x 1000M Base-T Ethernet interface (unicast/multicast)
  • 2x 800 Mbps max. output bitrate
  • Control over network management (WEB NMS), English menu

GENERAL

  • Dimensions: 482 mm × 410mm × 44mm, 19” 1U, 3.6 kg
  • Power AC 110V±10%, 50/60Hz or AC 220V±10%, 50/60Hz
  • Temperature 0–45°C (operation)

Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

The BLANKOM IGS-900 series represents an ultra-high-density portfolio of professional DVB-to-IP gateways engineered for operator-grade IPTV headends. To satisfy distinct reception infrastructures and advanced protocol needs, the family includes specific model sub-variants—including the base IGS-900, the IGS-900A, the IGS-900C, and the IGS-900S—enabling targeted deployment across diverse RF environments and specialized streaming ecosystems.

Tuner allocations are strictly optimized per model designation to handle specific digital feeds efficiently. While the standard IGS-900 leverages a high-density 16-tuner framework, the sub-models introduce specialized physical RF front-ends. Certain variants are tailored for high-capacity dedicated DVB-S/S2/S2X satellite transponder blocks, whereas others are optimized with distinct port counts for dedicated DVB-C cable networks or DVB-T/T2 terrestrial digital feeds, ensuring optimal link margin and input density per 1U chassis.

No. All models in the IGS-900 product line (including the A, C, and S variants) are specialized FTA (Free-to-Air) optimization gateways. They omit physical CI slots to prioritize maximum tuner density and multiplexing throughput per rack unit. For environments requiring physical hardware CAM descrambling, specialized multi-CI BLANKOM modules must be integrated into the signal flow instead.

The internal processing fabric is scaled dynamically across the product tier to accommodate different network scales. The top-tier configurations within the IGS-900 family are capable of multiplexing and routing up to 512 independent SPTS (Single Program Transport Stream) flows or massive MPTS arrays concurrently. Certain specialized sub-variants are calibrated for specific streaming capacities or structured channel boundaries to achieve maximum wire-speed efficiency without packet loss.

The entire series complies with professional B2B IP networking standards, supporting core low-overhead transport layers like UDP and RTP with full Unicast and Multicast capability. Depending on the model selection (such as specific streaming optimizations found in the A or S variants), extended protocols or specific transport stream packet packaging methods are employed to guarantee low-latency transport across corporate local networks or core telecom rings.

Yes, embedded software-assisted BISS (Basic Interoperable Scrambling System) Mode 1 and Mode E decryption is natively integrated into the processing layer across the IGS-900, IGS-900A, IGS-900C, and IGS-900S frameworks. This permits operators to directly input hexadecimal keys through the web administration layout to unlock secured satellite contribution feeds without requiring external physical CAM hardware.

Every variant in the series contains an embedded transport stream processing matrix that handles real-time PID manipulation. Engineers can filter out unnecessary elementary streams (such as redundant audio tracks or conditional access descriptors), execute exact PID remapping, and re-assign Program Numbers (PN) to meet strict downstream requirements for edge IPTV set-top boxes and smart television middleware.

Yes. The IGS-900, IGS-900A, IGS-900C, and IGS-900S models parse incoming PAT, PMT, NIT, and SDT metadata tables in real time. Through the administrative user layout, operators can manually edit service descriptors, modify provider names, and adjust network identifiers to distribute a clean, cohesive, and professionally customized channel lineup.

Remote configuration, input bit-rate analysis, and tuner locking telemetry are managed strictly via an embedded WebGUI using a standard internet browser through a dedicated, independent 100M Ethernet management port. None of the IGS-900 series sub-models (including the A, C, and S variants) support SNMP management, ensuring a highly secure, isolated, and low-overhead web-based administration environment.

All model variants are built for demanding 24/7 industrial deployments and are housed in a rigid, standard 19-inch 1U rack-mount chassis. Detailed Ordering Guides on irenis-blankom.com define the specific hardware configurations for each model tier, including customized tuner matrix cards and options for dual redundant hot-swappable power supplies (AC/DC) to eliminate single points of failure in mission-critical telecom environments.

 

 

 

 

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