IP to IP Live Video Transcoder, Multiplexer
The BLANKOM BIG-1050X IP to IP Gateway, Stream Protocol Converter is a flexible solution that supports 50 channels. 100 channels can be supported by BLANKOM BIG-1100X.
At a glance
Key data, as supplied by engineering- Transcoding Multiple Channels for IPTV
- Optimizing the stream content for live video distribution
- Up to 32 channel SD or 16 channel HD or 1 channel 4K UHD HEVC transcoding capacity
- Multiscreen Transcoder with Multiplexer
Overview
Product description
The BLANKOM BIG-1050X IP to IP Gateway, Stream Protocol Converter is a flexible solution that supports 50 channels. 100 channels can be supported by BLANKOM BIG-1100X.
The BLANKOM Stream Protocol Converter can collect IP streams from many sources. It supports a wide range of input protocols, such as UDP, RTP, RTSP, SRT, RTMP(s), HTTP, HLS, and FLV.
The BLANKOM IP to IP Protocol Converter offers diverse output options, including UDP, RTP, RTSP, RTMP, HLS, DASH, and SRT. Whether you’re streaming to many different platforms, distributing material online, or broadcasting live events, it is possible to effortlessly transmit streams to the destinations of your preference.
IP to IP Live Video Transcoder & Multiplexer
The BLANKOM BTR-6000V Transcoder is designed to deliver high-performance transcoding for various IPTV and OTT applications.
Stream Transcoding: Input IP multi- and unicast SPTS/MPTS h.264 and MPEG2 streams will be re-encoded = transcoded.
The BTR-6000V is a broadcast grade, high performance Transcoder for up to 32 SD or 16 HD or 1x 4K UHD channels.
Tested up to 30 HD to HD reducing bitrates by keeping format/resolution and codecs in many hospitals and clinic-IPTV systems to the bed TV terminals.
A full-HEVC 4K version, BTR-6000X and a broadcaster-grade h.265 4K with 4:2:2 as BTR-6000VX are also available upon request.
A comfortable WEB-GUI allows an easy configuration.
Function
Broadcast grade, high performance transcoder for up to 32 SD or 16 HD or 1 4K UHD channels. (Ex.: 30 HD to HD reducing bitrates by keeping format and codecs are also possible)
BTR-6000 can process SD/HD efficiently based on the high-performance processing chip, is designed specifically for IPTV systems with HEVC/H.265 low bit rate compression.
The channels can be converted to a low bit rate (<600kbps, D1) while maintaining picture quality.
It also supports IP re-multiplexing MPTS and SPTS streams.
The multiple Video resolution functions can be perfectly used for multi-screen (TVs, Smart phones, tablets, PCs, etc). The friendly network management interface can help configuring and monitoring the working status easily.
Features & capabilities
- Video compliant with H.265/HEVC Baseline, [email protected] or less / H.264/AVC Baseline, Main & High [email protected] or less
- MPEG2 support, H.264/AVC average support: HDx16 mixed SDx32, h.265/HEVC support depending on picture-re-scaling: resolution from 96×96 to 4096×2160
- Audio compliant with MPEG-1 Layer II Audio, MPEG4 Audio, AAC transcoding, AC3 passthrough, or encoding to stereo-lipsync
- Bitrate from 200 kbps to 20 Mbps, Up to 200 MPTS/SPTS output, 100 Mbps max. for each
- PSI/SI edition and PID pass-through, PCR self-correcting
- Re-multiplexing DVB and IPTV conform
- Multi-audio transcoding and pass through
- Subtitle passing and EIT remultiplexing (MPTS->MPTS)
- Logo and Text insertion, Rolling subtitle insertion
- Support 1+N output stream backup feature
- Inserting of Text, Logos and scrolling Text as TV-Overlays
- Chrominance sampling YUV 4:2:0, YUV 4:4:4 decoding and encoding
- Real-time monitoring of input streams and three-level error detection based on TR101290 standard, PSI/SI information checking
- Input analysis such as encoding format, aspect ratio, resolution, etc.
- Remote management by an inbuilt Webserver-Interface
Front and rear panels
Front Panel
Application examples
Application
Technical specifications
Specifications are subject to change without prior noticeTechnical Specifications
INPUT
• Interface: 3…4x 1000M/100M/10M RJ45, Full Duplex
• TS/IP Input Bit Rate: 800Mbps per RJ45
• Data Protocol: UDP, ICMP, IGMP V1, V2, V3, RTP, HTTP, RTSP, FTP, RTMP, HLS (HTTP Live Streaming)
• Transcoder source: IP inputs, Local files
• IP Protocol: Unicast, Multicast
• USB – file insertion and playback – streaming for Info-channels
INPUT VIDEO/AUDIO FORMAT
• Video: H.265/HEVC, H.264/AVC, MPEG-2, MPEG-4
• Audio: MPEG-1L2, MPEG-4, AAC, … EAC3, DD+ pass-through possible
• Optional HDMI and/or SDI input modules (future releases)
RE-MULTIPLEX
• Input: SPTS / MPTS
• Null package process: Null packet pass through, insert and filtering
• TS Editing: Service editing, PSI/SI editing, PID pass through / remapping, PCR auto-correction
• Maximum bitrate: 100Mbps each
• Maximum TS count: 200 input TS Streams + 200 output TS Streams (with transcoder function disable)
OUTPUT
• Interface: 3…4x 1000M/100M/10M RJ45, Full Duplex
• TS/IP Input Bit Rate: 800Mbps per RJ4
• Data Protocol: UDP, RTMP, HLS, FTP, RTP (for MUX only)
• IP addressing: Unicast, Multicast
• Type: IP Streaming, DVB conform remuxed streams
VIDEO/AUDIO FORMAT FOR ENCODING
• Video Format: HEVC (h.265) h.264, MPEG2
• Audio Format: MPEG-1 Layer 2, MPEG-2 AAC, MPEG-4 AAC
• Package Format: MPEG-TS
• Bitrate Control: VBR, CBR
• Video resolution: 4096×2160, 3840×2160, 2560×1440, 1920×1080, 1280×720, 720×576, 720×480, 704×576, 704×288, 640×480,
544×576, 544×480, 480×576, 480×320, 480×270, 360×320, 352×576, 352×288, 320×240, 320×200, 240×160, 192×192, 192×128,
176×144, 128×96, 96×96, …
• Video Aspect Ratio: Auto, 4:3, 16:9
• Video frame rate: Auto, 30 fps, 29.97 fps, 25 fps, 24 fps, 23.97 fps
• Video bitrate: 200 kbps ~ 20 Mbps
• Audio sampling rate: 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz
• Audio bit rate: 32 kbps, 64 kbps, 96 kbps, 128 kbps, 192 kbps, 256 kbps, 384 kbps
CONTROL & MONITORING
• Interface: 1x RJ45, 1000M/100M
• Protocol: HTTP Web GUI
GENERAL
• Dimensions: 430 mm x 335 mm x 44 mm, 19” 1RU
• Approx weight: 8,7 kg
• Power: AC 110V…240V, 6A, 47…63 Hz
• Power consumption: 350W max.
• Temperature: 5…45 ºC (operation), -10…65 ºC (storage)
Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
Ordering guide
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Engineering questions
10 questions answered by the people who commission these unitsFAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
What is the primary operational purpose of the BLANKOM BTR-6000V, and how does it differ from a protocol converter?
The BLANKOM BTR-6000V is a high-density, professional IP-to-IP transcoding and multiplexing platform designed for carrier-grade IPTV headends. Unlike passive protocol converters that only wrap streams in different network headers, the BTR-6000V decompresses the underlying video and audio payloads and re-encodes them into alternative compression formats to optimize network bandwidth or achieve downstream codec compatibility.
Which video compression codecs and resolution transformations are supported by the BTR-6000V transcoding engine?
The hardware transcoding core supports comprehensive cross-conversion between MPEG-2, H.264 (AVC), and H.265 (HEVC) video standards. It seamlessly handles downscaling and format adjustments across profiles—allowing operators to transcode high-bitrate MPEG-2 satellite feeds or H.264 video into highly optimized H.265 streams up to HD resolutions, significantly reducing backbone transmission overhead.
Does the device incorporate an integrated multiplexer core, and can it manage PIDs and program mapping?
Yes, the BTR-6000V features a fully integrated, high-capacity digital multiplexing core. This framework allows operators to demultiplex incoming Multi-Program Transport Streams (MPTS), execute precise PID filtering and PID remapping, inject custom descriptors, and recombine specific video/audio programs from different IP inputs into completely customized SPTS or MPTS egress arrays.
What audio transcoding codecs are supported, and can it perform audio downmixing?
The audio processing tier supports standard broadcasting codecs, including AAC, AAC+, AAC++, MP3, MP2, and AC3 (Dolby Digital). The system enables flexible audio-to-audio transcoding, audio pass-through, volume gain adjustment, and intelligent downmixing (such as converting multi-channel AC3 audio into stereo AAC pairs) to ensure full compatibility with diverse edge IP set-top boxes.
Which IP streaming transport protocols are supported on the input and output network stages?
The product line fully complies with professional B2B telecom networking infrastructure standards. The egress and ingress transport layers natively support UDP, RTP, RTSP, RTMP, and HTTP (including HLS) streaming formats with comprehensive Unicast and Multicast routing configurations, adapting seamlessly to both local LAN headends and distributed OTT transport networks.
Can the BTR-6000V parse, modify, and regenerate PSI/SI transport stream metadata tables?
Yes. Because it possesses an integrated multiplexing core, the BTR-6000V automatically parses incoming PAT, PMT, NIT, and SDT metadata tables in real time. Through the administrative layout, operators can manually customize service names, modify provider strings, re-assign Program Numbers, and insert custom network identifiers to deliver a clean channel lineup.
Does the platform support software-based BISS descrambling or encryption for secure video delivery?
Yes, embedded software-assisted BISS Mode 1 and Mode E descrambling capabilities are natively integrated into the stream processing matrix. Headend engineers can input hexadecimal keys directly through the administration console to decode secured contribution feeds before they pass into the hardware transcoding and multiplexing blocks.
How is remote configuration and telemetry monitoring executed for this transcoder? Is SNMP supported?
System architecture configuration, transcoding bitrates, CPU channel loads, and input locking parameters are managed exclusively via an embedded WebGUI using a standard internet browser through a dedicated, independent Ethernet management port. This model line does not support SNMP management, keeping the control plane isolated, lightweight, and secure against automated polling overhead.
What is the hardware layout of the data network interfaces to prevent bandwidth bottlenecks?
The 1U chassis is provisioned with multiple high-capacity independent Gigabit Ethernet (1000M) data ports. This architecture enables physical traffic separation, allowing network engineers to map incoming uncompressed or heavy video transport streams onto separate physical ports while routing the transcoded, compressed multicast egress payloads onto entirely distinct physical interfaces.
What physical build and power reliability standards are engineered into the BTR-6000V for continuous 24/7 operations?
Housed in a rugged, standard 19-inch 1U rack-mount industrial enclosure with an intelligent active fan cooling matrix, the BTR-6000V is built for relentless 24/7/365 telecommunication uptimes. It can be provisioned through our technical Ordering Guides on irenis-blankom.com with dual redundant hot-swappable power supplies (AC/DC) to safeguard against primary infrastructure electrical dropouts.
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