dB Broadcast to show extended range at IBC

Broadcast systems integrator dB Broadcast will be demonstrating an expanded range of broadcast monitoring receivers at IBC2013 this year. The range includes the newly-launched IQDBT105 monitoring and acquisition module and the ASI transport stream monitor/switch module IQASI82, both of which are compatible with the Snell IQ Modular enclosure range and Snell RollCall control software.

The IQDBT105 features a web-based SNMP interface for monitoring and control which is ideal for use at unmanned transmitter sites such as rebroadcast and gap-filler sites, and provide monitoring of parameters including MER (Modulation Error Ratio) and LDPC (Low Density Parity Check) error correction status.

The IQASI82 modules are capable of continuous monitoring and switching of two separate or related ASI Transport Streams, with each stream being monitored independently. Switching is described as ‘near-seamless’. 

Both units can be mixed with Snell modules and packed in high density configuration – up to 8 modules in a 3RU frame, saving both space and cost.

Also on show will be an enhanced software release for the very popular MERlin DVB-T2 self-contained monitoring receiver. This release offers enhanced MER  measurement for SFN (Single Frequency Networks) and at reception sites with difficult multipath signals.  MERlin also adds support for Mode B (Multi-PLP) broadcasts.

“We are very excited about the new integrated range of products”, said Tom Swan, Sales and Marketing Director at dB Broadcast. “We believe they make a highly compelling approach to broadcast signal monitoring, and look forward to demonstrating the range to visitors at IBC on our stand 10.A28, and the Snell stand 8.B70.”