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Audio IRD – Professional Audio Receiver and Decoder | IRA-3000

BLANKOM IRA-3000

BLANKOM IRA-3000 is a professional Audio IRD for broadcasters with a DVB-S/S2/S2X tuner (DVB-C/T/T2 and ISDB-T optional), GigE IP, and 2x ASI inputs.

Depending on the selected tuner option, its front end supports DVB-S/S2/S2x (DVB-C/T/T2 and ISDB-T optional) and additionally ASI and IP input sources.

Its various audio outputs support dual AES/EBU digital and dual analog stereo audio for universal professional needs.

The unit furthermore has GigE IP Output.

Hot-swappable redundant power supply is standard. A single power supply is optionally available.

Operation by using the front panel buttons or by the built-in comfortable web interface.

Inputs

1x DVB Tuner (DVB-S/S2/S2X or DVB-T/T2/C and ISDB-T), 2x ASI, IPTV (GigE, TSoIP)

Audio Outputs

2x Analog balanced audio (XLR interfaces)
2x AES/EBU digital audio (XLR interfaces)
IP GigE (2 SPTS output over UDP/RTP, unicast/multicast (for 2 decoded audio programs, respectively).

Ordering guide

IRA-3000 with DVB-S/S2/S2X tuner
IRA-3000T with DVB-C/T/T2 and ISDB-T tuner
Option: Single power supply

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Broadcast-grade Audio Receiver and Decoder (IRD)

 

The BLANKOM IRA-3000 is a professional audio decoding device designed for demanding broadcast and headend environments. It features a highly versatile multi-standard tuner input supporting DVB-S/S2/S2X, DVB-C, DVB-T/T2, and ISDB-T, alongside 2 ASI and 2 IP inputs.

The IRA-3000 delivers excellent decoding quality and provides professional audio outputs via analog balanced XLR and AES/EBU digital interfaces. It is the perfect solution for receiving satellite radio broadcasts and reliably feeding audio into terrestrial transmitters or cable networks.

BLANKOM IRA-3000 Audio IRD Receiver Decoder front panel

  • Multi-Standard Tuner: 1 tuner input DVB-S/S2/S2X, or DVB-C, DVB-T, DVB-T2, ISDB-T (switchable)
  • Versatile Input Interfaces: Supports 2 ASI inputs and 2 UDP/RTP IP inputs via unicast or multicast.
  • Advanced Audio Decoding: Broad format support including MPEG1 Layer2, MPEG-2 AAC, AC3, E-AC3, and DRA decoding.
  • Professional Audio Outputs: Features 2 analog balanced audio outputs (XLR) and 2 AES/EBU digital audio outputs (XLR).
  • Flexible Audio Adjustments: Left, right, and stereo soundtrack output with adjustable audio gain from -24 to +12 dB.
  • IP Output: 2 SPTS outputs over UDP/RTP protocol (unicast/multicast) for further IP distribution.
  • Hot-swappable redundant power supply
  • Easy Management: Configuration via LCD/keyboard or user-friendly Web GUI Management
  • Licensing: Lifetime license included; no recurring or annual fees required.
  • Warranty: 2 years standard manufacturer warranty. Additional 1- to 3-year warranty extensions are available for purchase.

 

 

BLANKOM IRA-3000 Audio IRD Receiver Decoder front panel

 

Satellite Radio Reception: Receive and decode high-quality audio broadcast programs directly from satellites via DVB-S/S2/S2X.

Terrestrial FM Broadcasting The IRA-3000 is an ideal solution for remote transmitter sites. It receives national or syndicated radio programs via DVB-S/S2/S2X satellite links and outputs professional-grade analog or AES/EBU digital audio (via XLR interfaces) directly to local FM exciters.

DAB/DAB+ Digital Radio Networks Operating as a high-fidelity satellite-to-baseband receiver, the unit decodes satellite audio feeds into pristine AES/EBU digital audio or IP streams. This provides the high-quality source audio required to feed central DAB Multiplexers for subsequent ETI or EDI ensemble generation.

Cable TV & Radio Headends (DVB-C) The device effortlessly demodulates and decodes high-quality radio broadcasts, allowing operators to seamlessly re-modulate the audio into analog FM for cable distribution or inject it into digital QAM channels.

IP Audio Distribution & STL (Studio-to-Transmitter Link) Acting as a highly efficient gateway, the IRA-3000 converts RF signals or ASI feeds into Single Program Transport Streams (SPTS) over UDP/RTP (multicast or unicast). This enables reliable, IP-based audio distribution to remote broadcast sites or enterprise IPTV networks.

IPTV Headends: Feed the decoded high-quality radio broadcasts and seamlessly inject them into IPTV networks.

 

BLANKOM IRA-3000 Audio IRD Receiver Decoder front panel

BLANKOM IRA-3000 Audio IRD Receiver Decoder front panel

 

BLANKOM IRA-3000 back panel (with redundant power supply)

BLANKOM IRA-3000 Audio IRD Receiver Decoder back panel (with hot-swappable redundant power supply)

Function: Broadcast-grade Audio IRD with DVB-S/S2/S2x tuner (DVB-C, DVB-T, DVB-T2 and ISDB-T optional), IP & ASI inputs

Input Interfaces

  • Tuner Input: 1x F type (DVB-C/T/T2/ISDB-T switchable or DVB-S/S2/S2X).
  • ASI Input: 2x ASI inputs, BNC interface.
  • IP Input: 2x IP inputs (UDP/RTP) via 100/1000M self-adaptive RJ45 ports.

Output Interfaces

  • Analog Audio: 2 analog balanced audio out (XLR interfaces).
  • Digital Audio: 2 AES/EBU digital audio out (XLR interfaces).
  • IP Output: 2 SPTS output over UDP/RTP, unicast/multicast (for 2 decoded audio programs, respectively).

Decoding Processing

  • Audio Formats: MPEG1 Layer2, MPEG-2 AAC, AC3, E-AC3, DRA.
  • Sample Rate: 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz.
  • Audio Gain: Adjustable Audio Gain: -24~+12 dB.

System & General

  • Management: Web-server Management, LCD + control buttons (English language).
  • Power Requirements: AC 110V±10%, 50/60Hz or AC 220V±10%, 50/60Hz.
  • Power Consumption: <20W.
  • Dimensions: 482 x 350 x 44mm (W x L x H).
  • Weight: Approx. 3.2 kg.

Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

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