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DIGICUBE STC The only completely TOUCHSCREEN analyzer HD MEASUREMENTS SUGGESTED MEASUREMENT VALUES SUN & RAIN PROOF DUAL TOUCH: RESISTIVE & CAPACITIVE, RESISTANT to RAIN, DIRT & SCRATCHES 6.

24 Exclusive patented ROVER AUTODISCOVERY system: automatically recognises and selects analog TV and digital TV COFDM/QAM signals in both measurement and spectrum mode Detects and measures MPEG4 HD

5, 16:9, high resolution Rotational, capacitive, cap-touch encoder All measurements, program list, A/V PID, settings and pictures on one screen Auto memory, manual memory and Data Logger functions

5 x D 18 cm 2 to 3 hour battery autonomy Battery test function to regenerate/measure battery levels and calibrate the indicator Supplied with soft bag for transport, mains adapter and 12V vehicle

5 16:9 TFT LED DISPLAY CONDITIONAL ACCESS FAST SPECTRUM with MEMORY ICON NAVIGATION Picture ZOOM Fast and super-fast spectrum with memory peak. Detects and memorizes all the details for you Constell.

Bars Scan TV = analog = digital See page 23 Impulse response in real time (ECHO & MICRO ECHO measurements in SFN networks) See page 22 Mod. DIGICUBE-STC DVB-S/DVB-S2/DVB-T (T2 opt.

1 DIGICUBE STC The only completely TOUCHSCREEN analyzer HD MEASUREMENTS SUGGESTED MEASUREMENT VALUES SUN & RAIN PROOF DUAL TOUCH: RESISTIVE & CAPACITIVE, RESISTANT to RAIN, DIRT & SCRATCHES 6.5 TOUCHSCREEN 16:9 TFT MAIN FEATURES CATV TUNER with extended band MHz SAT TUNER with extended band MHz Extended GSM band MHz for telephone repeater installations, see page 24 Exclusive patented ROVER AUTODISCOVERY system: automatically recognises and selects analog TV and digital TV COFDM/QAM signals in both measurement and spectrum mode Detects and measures MPEG4 HD High Definition programs All worldwide SAT transponder pre-stored Automatic quality analysis: FAIL-MARG-PASS New TFT, ultrabright, touch screen, 6.5, 16:9, high resolution Rotational, capacitive, cap-touch encoder All measurements, program list, A/V PID, settings and pictures on one screen Auto memory, manual memory and Data Logger functions Conditional access, Common Interface Weighs only 2.5 kg, dim: H 11.5 x L 24.5 x D 18 cm 2 to 3 hour battery autonomy Battery test function to regenerate/measure battery levels and calibrate the indicator Supplied with soft bag for transport, mains adapter and 12V vehicle adapter (18 V optional) Free SW upgradeable on-line (USB-2 socket) Picture visualization, reduced or full screen HD-T2 & C2 HW upgrades :9 TFT LED DISPLAY CONDITIONAL ACCESS FAST SPECTRUM with MEMORY ICON NAVIGATION Picture ZOOM Fast and super-fast spectrum with memory peak. Detects and memorizes all the details for you Constell. DVB-S2 = 8PSK, T & T2 = COFDM, C = QAM and all modulation parameters For technical specifications and product cross-reference, see pages 25. Bars Scan TV = analog = digital See page 23 Impulse response in real time (ECHO & MICRO ECHO measurements in SFN networks) See page 22 Mod. DIGICUBE-STC DVB-S/DVB-S2/DVB-T (T2 opt.) & H /DVB-C & DOCSIS D.S. All measurements, pictures and settings on one screen PROFESSIONAL COMBINED ANALYZER, MHz, for SAT QPSK/8PSK - TV COFDM & CABLE QAM SIGNALS Pre-memorized SAT transponder navigation in all worldwide satellites and in all the worldwide standard TV channel plans Assisted satellite dish pointing, double input (DUAL LNB) and Sat Finder functions All DiSEqC commands and SCR with automatic search, USALS motor protocol Constellation visualization, MER, PER, LDPC, BCH, aber, bber, EVM, ECHOES, Noise Margin & Level/Power meas., Spectrum Analysis CABLE MEAS: DOCSIS downstream, INGRESS mode, LEAKAGE mode, BARS SCAN and TILT Options: with ATSC 8VSB for USA or GB Single and multicarrier for CHINA Factory HW upgrades: MPEG 4 HD (until ) Factory HW upgrades: DVB-T2, DVB-C2 HD MEASUREMENTS Code Options AML-OPT AM audio demodulator for French standard SECAM L DIGICUBE HD upgrade opt. DIGICUBE hardware upgrade from SD to HD DVB-T2 opt Tuner module with DVB-T2 (plus T and C) VCA-1218N Vehicle battery charger, Input Vdc, output +18Vdc RIGHTS-SMART-1 Authorisation code for the SMART PRO PC management, SW program 4

first touch screen meter on the market. It has a 6.5 16:9 LED TFT display.

In the television signal installation industry there are numerous parameters to be measured, so professional measuring

The new DIGICUBE redefines the standard way of using a field strength meter, because it is immediate and intuitive to use;

Suggested values The DIGICUBE is a professional, combined analyser, with a 4-2250 MHz frequency band, for digital QPSK-8PSK

It is the first professional instrument with touch screen technology: Rover s vast experience has allowed to further

equipment philosophy (Examiner, ST4, etc.

Its simple operation makes it easy to use also for installers who have field strength meters made by other manufacturers.

2 ROVER Taken from: Sistemi Integrati 2010 HD MEASUREMENTS ANALYSERS FOR SAT, TV & CATV SIGNALS DIGICUBE: R over introduces the first touch screen meter on the market. It has a :9 LED TFT display. This instrument is combined, robust, reliable and rain- and scratch-proof. Magic? no, Simple! In the television signal installation industry there are numerous parameters to be measured, so professional measuring instruments are usually require considerable effort to understand and use their many functions. The new DIGICUBE redefines the standard way of using a field strength meter, because it is immediate and intuitive to use; it does this by using new, advanced software and a touch screen display. Suggested values The DIGICUBE is a professional, combined analyser, with a MHz frequency band, for digital QPSK-8PSK SAT, COFDM TV and QAM Cable TV signals. It is the first professional instrument with touch screen technology: Rover s vast experience has allowed to further simplify and speed up the measurements of a television signal distribution system, maintaining Rover s measurement equipment philosophy (Examiner, ST4, etc. In this way the installer is not obliged to change his habits if he already owns another Rover meter. Its simple operation makes it easy to use also for installers who have field strength meters made by other manufacturers. This is also good news for installers who do not already own a Rover meter, but who are attracted to this model and want to purchase it for their profession. Another feature, which makes this meter unique, is its simple and easy use, typical of touch Pull-out instructions The DIGICUBE is supplied complete with a bag and shoulder strap, complete with light shield flaps, which are useful in direct sunlight or rainy conditions. The bag also includes a list of useful suggested parameters for television signals that show the minimum and typical modulation values: SAT, TV and CABLE. 1

ROVER www.roverinstruments.com screen equipment.

3 ROVER screen equipment. The time required to access all functions is notably reduced thanks to the icons and graphic symbols, which, when shown on the screen, allow direct access to the measurements to be carried out and make all functions comprehensible also to installers who are new to the use of measuring equipment. The TFT LED touch screen in 16:9 format has a generous size. Navigation and function selection is carried out by simply touching the virtual keys, shown as icons on the display, and these allow you to immediately identify the specific function. All this happens each time that, for example, you have to measure a signal parameter, recall a function, or visualize the spectrum. A menu is present on each display to guide you through the selection of the measurement and function you require. Touch screen technology makes the meter even more robust and reliable: the mechanical rotational encoder has been replaced by a captouch encoder and mechanical keys have been replaced by the capacitive keys, except for one key used to turn on the instrument. Within a normal use, the surface of the screen is very resistant to scratches, because it has a special coating, which is the same as the covering used in touch screen equipment at restaurant cash desks, services stations etc., where there are unfavourable working conditions. Special functions Previous Rover instruments could automatically recognise a carrier and identify if it was analogue or digital in measurement mode. The DIGICUBE can even do this in spectrum analysis mode by an automatic recognition of the carrier that speeds up signal analysis, especially in the case of digital signals. The DIGICUBE allows you to simultaneously visualise DIGICUBE: MAIN FEATURES Frequencies Terrestrial (MHz) GSM extended band (MHz) TV - up to Satellite (MHz) Measurements Digital standards DVB-S, DVB-S2, DVB-T, DVB-H, DVB-C Digital modulations QPSK, 8PSK, COFDM, QAM HD measurements Digital measurements Power, Noise Margin, A-BER, B-BER, MER, EVM, PER, LDPC, BCH Screen Type LCD TFT Led, touch screen Dimensions 6.5 inch with high contrast Format 16:9 Special functions Constellation - (QPSK-8PSK-COFDM e QAM) COFDM echo analysis - in real time, up to 16 echoes Max Hold Marker From 1 up to 3 DiSEqC SCR driver Datalogger Memory plans - MEASUREMENT and SPECTRUM Various Battery autonomy 3 hours Interfaces Slot Common Interface, USB, SCART, Bluetooth (optional) Picture visualisation, full MPEG2 & MPEG4 HD identification Firmware upgrades, via USB Accessories Protective bag with shoulder strap, power supply, cigarette lighter socket, various adapters & DiSEqC switches Weight in Kg 2.1 Dimensions in cm 115 x 245 x 180 all the Measurements, the Program list, the A/V PID s and the Picture you want to see on only one display. Obviously all the special functions that characterise the last generation of Rover instruments are present, for example: Auto-discovery and Auto-memory, identification function, automatic selection and memorization of analogue signals, COFDM digital terrestrial signals and QAM cable signals, both in measurement and spectrum modes. It shows the constellation diagram in QPSK, 8PSK, COFDM and QAM for noise and distorsion analysis. The DIGICUBE has a PCMCIA slot to insert a CAM card and has interchangeable RF input connectors: CEI, F, BNC and N. 2

There is a real-time ECHO analysis in COFDM to visualize the ECHOs and INTERFERENCE in the terrestrial digital signal, allow the best antenna pointing, optimise the DTT signal s main parameters and

Pre-stored transponder navigation of all world wide satellites and all the worldwide TV channel standard plans.

Under the cooling fan, from the left, you can see the power supply socket, the Scart socket and USB socket.

4 There is a real-time ECHO analysis in COFDM to visualize the ECHOs and INTERFERENCE in the terrestrial digital signal, allow the best antenna pointing, optimise the DTT signal s main parameters and reduce interferences. N.B. ROVER instruments are the only ones that can visualise up to 16 echoes in real time, in other words, if you turn the antenna, you immediately see a variation in real time. Pre-stored transponder navigation of all world wide satellites and all the worldwide TV channel standard plans. Assisted and accurate pointing of a satellite parabolic dish with the sat finder function and dual-lnb. Under the cooling fan, from the left, you can see the power supply socket, the Scart socket and USB socket. SAT spectrum screen, SPAN 500 MHz, currently the fastest digital spectrum available, with network identification, orbital position, peak memory, obviously FULL TOUCH SCREEN. To select a carrier simply touch it. Data-logger of the measurements and spectrum in frequency: possibility of storing in a PC (SMART PRO software) to file the measurement parameters and installation commissioning certificate. All the DiSEqC commands for the control of multi-feed SAT systems and the SCR function for the management of satellite systems (LNB and Multi-switch) with SCR single cable technology. Measurements The DIGICUBE allows you to carry out measurements of all analogue and digital parameters on a signal in the digital terrestrial and satellite bands; it can even measure GSM and UMTS telephone signals in the extended MHz and MHz bands. This instrument can work with DVB-S/S2, DVB-T, DVB-H and DVB-C standards and performs digital power measurements, automatic quality analyses (with PASS/FAIL/MARGINAL indication), measures the BER before and after Viterbi, the MER and PER parameters. This allows you to check the contents of a transponder or a DTT Mux format, from free to air to encrypted channels, with A/V PID identification, display of the bit rate of each program expressed in Mbit/s and an index of the transmitted quality pictures. Spectrum Even the spectrum is touch screen: simply touch the carrier required to automatically select Analysis of a transmitted signal and its constellation with zooming capability. Automatic signal measurement (LOGGER) with quality indication: PASS, MARGINAL and FAIL Recall of stored data in the instrument (LOGGER), with complete visualization of measurements. 3

ROVER www.roverinstruments.com TV channel selection and SAT transponder selection. These can be read on scroll menus that simultaneously supply the channel data, frequency and modulation.

This function is quite useful when, at a later stage, you have to point the satellite dish to the same satellite.

again. Therefore simply overlap the stored spectrum image with the spectrum being received in real time, we can make sure that the dish is being aimed in the right direction.

available on the market today. The DIGICUBE can set markers, creating a reference mask with frequency settings for the calibration and customisation of filters, amplifiers etc.

Connectivity The DIGICUBE is extremely light (it weighs only 2 Kg) and compact, it is not cumbersome, considering its reduced dimensions, which are 11.5 (H) x 24.

This slot has two uses: it can check whether the customer s CAM card is operating correctly and also allow you to clearly visualize the crypted channels.

This software is also suitable to manage data stored in the data-logger and to carry out firmware upgrades.

Finally there is a switch to deactivate any remote voltage when operating in Cable networks with on line voltages of 66 Vac. Exclusive simultaneous measurement of all channels.

5 ROVER TV channel selection and SAT transponder selection. These can be read on scroll menus that simultaneously supply the channel data, frequency and modulation. it. Furthermore during spectrum visualization it is possible to store the spectrum image, both the instantaneous one and its peak. This function is quite useful when, at a later stage, you have to point the satellite dish to the same satellite. The Installer can in fact memorize the image on the DIGICUBE after having carried out the optimal pointing of a specific satellite and then recall it when pointing to the same satellite again. Therefore simply overlap the stored spectrum image with the spectrum being received in real time, we can make sure that the dish is being aimed in the right direction. Spectrum visualisation is very FAST compared to previous models and the SUPER FAST feature can be selected practically in real time: finally this is the fastest SAT digital spectrum available on the market today. The DIGICUBE can set markers, creating a reference mask with frequency settings for the calibration and customisation of filters, amplifiers etc. The DIGICUBE carries out measurements on high definition TV and SAT channels. Connectivity The DIGICUBE is extremely light (it weighs only 2 Kg) and compact, it is not cumbersome, considering its reduced dimensions, which are 11.5 (H) x 24.5 (L) x 18 (D) cm and has excellent autonomy varying from 2 to 3 hours. It has a PCMCIA slot to insert a CAM card. This slot has two uses: it can check whether the customer s CAM card is operating correctly and also allow you to clearly visualize the crypted channels. The USB port can be used, for example, to download on a PC memory plans, spectrum screens of the signal s measurements using Smart software. This software is also suitable to manage data stored in the data-logger and to carry out firmware upgrades. On the right you can see a SCART socket, which is useful to visualise the pictures from an external decoder (and to check its correct operation) or to adjust and check a TVCC camera. Finally there is a switch to deactivate any remote voltage when operating in Cable networks with on line voltages of 66 Vac. Exclusive simultaneous measurement of all channels. Visualisation of analogue TV channels shown in yellow and digital channels in green; each bar (channel) can be selected by simply touching the channel required. Guided choice of the satellite to be measured. All satellites are stored with their relative data, frequency, band, polarisation, DiSEqC, etc. More than 1500 SAT transponders 4 IMPULSE RESPONSE: this is a fundamental measurement for ECHO identification in a COFDM signal and to reduce interferences. N.B. Rover meters are the only ones that can show up to 16 echoes and pre-echoes in real time, in other words, by simply turning the antenna you can see a variation. TV spectrum visualization with memory peak and automatic AUTODISCOVERY function.

ROVER www.roverinstruments.com Taken from: Sistemi Integrati 2010 vol. 2 ANALYZERS FOR SAT, TV AND CABLE SIGNALS DIGICUBE: The display is touch screen, now and always the FASTEST and EASIEST TO USE.

5, 16:9 format and it can measure all signals, including HD. screen technology, which is becoming more and more popular because it is easy to use, to the benefit of the professional installer.

6 ROVER Taken from: Sistemi Integrati 2010 vol. 2 ANALYZERS FOR SAT, TV AND CABLE SIGNALS DIGICUBE: The display is touch screen, now and always the FASTEST and EASIEST TO USE. C ompact, robust and resistant to rain and scratches, the Digicube is the first field strength meter on the market with a touch screen. The display is TFT, Led, 6.5, 16:9 format and it can measure all signals, including HD. screen technology, which is becoming more and more popular because it is easy to use, to the benefit of the professional installer. Here are the main features. The Digicube is an instrument that goes beyond the market expectations that the antenna installer had become accustomed to over the last thirty years. It is an instrument that adopts touch Exclusive simultaneous measurement of all channels. Visualization of all analog TV channels (yellow) and digital channels (green); each bar (channel) can be selected simply with one touch HOME first screen All MEASUREMENTS & PICTURES PICTURE ZOOM All ANALOG (yellow) and DIGITAL (green) TV channels. Reliable and intuitive Touch screen technology makes the Digicube even more robust. It does not have a mechanic rotary encoder, which has been replaced by a captouch encoder. It is more reliable than any other meter with a membrane key board because all its funcions can be selected directly and immediately by touching the VIrtual keys on the TFT display (avoiding any false contacts). The home page, as well as all the navigation menus, have icons that allow the installer to immediately understand the specific role of the key used to quicky reach the measurements. Large screen, 6.5 and 16:9 The surface of the screen, with normal use, is very resistant to scratches and has been treated with a special coating that allows use even in adverse conditions. The large TFT color display, in 6.5-inch 16:9 format, can show sharp pictures and display an accurate spectrum, without neglecting any detail. It measures everything, also HD signals The Digicube is a combined analyzer that can measure the following signals: SAT DVB-S and high definition DVB-S2, digital terrestrial DVB-T, DVB-H mobile reception and cable DVB-C (C2 and T2 optional) and thanks to the extended 4 to 1000 MHz terrestrial band, it can also carry out measurements on GSM telephone repeaters. It detects and measures all digital parameters such as average power, EVM, BER before and after Viterbi, MER, Noise Margin and automatic quality analysis using FAIL / MARGINAL / PASS indicators. 6

DIGICUBE: MAIN FEATURES It has many functions SAT spectrum screen, SPAN 500 MHz, currently the fastest digital spectrum on the market, with Network reading, orbital position, peak memory, obviously

Thanks to its integrated MPEG system, the Digicube can identify and display the contents of a transponder or a DTT Mux from free-to-air or encrypted programmes (both radio and TV), indicating the bit

The Digicube can automatically recognize the type of terrestrial signal, analog or digital, thanks to the Autodiscovery function, in either measurement or spectrum mode.

Thanks to its high memory capacity the DIGICUBE can save, and internally recall many signal spectrums obtained during antenna and dish alignment.

7 DIGICUBE: MAIN FEATURES It has many functions SAT spectrum screen, SPAN 500 MHz, currently the fastest digital spectrum on the market, with Network reading, orbital position, peak memory, obviously FULL TOUCH SCREEN, to select a carrier, simply touch it. Thanks to its integrated MPEG system, the Digicube can identify and display the contents of a transponder or a DTT Mux from free-to-air or encrypted programmes (both radio and TV), indicating the bit rate (Mbit / s) of each program. It can carry out pointing of both terrestrial antennae and satellite dishes, with absolute precision. The Digicube can automatically recognize the type of terrestrial signal, analog or digital, thanks to the Autodiscovery function, in either measurement or spectrum mode. The function, which analyzes echoes and the constellation in COFDM, helps understand how echoes and noise interfere with the DTT signal. Thanks to its high memory capacity the DIGICUBE can save, and internally recall many signal spectrums obtained during antenna and dish alignment. With this function the installer can recall a stored spectrum of the chosen satellite, and overlap it on the signal currently received from the antenna, this function facilitates the alignment. It offers pre-stored transponder navigation and assisted satellite dish pointing using the SAT FINDER function, dual Frequencies Terrestrial & CATV (MHz) GSM extended band (MHz) TV - up to Satellite (MHz) Measurements Digital standards DVB-S, DVB-S2, DVB-T, DVB-H, DVB-C, (T2 & C2 opt.) Digital modulations QPSK, 8PSK, COFDM, QAM HD measurements Digital measurements Power, Noise Margin, A-BER, B-BER, MER, EVM, PER, LDPC, BCH Screen Type TFT Led, Touch Screen Dimensions 6.5 inch, high contrast Format 16:9 Special functions Constellation (QPSK, 8PSK, COFDM and QAM) COFDM echo analysis, in real time, up to 16 simultaneously Max Hold Marker No. 3 for active filter calibration DiSEqC SCR driver Datalogger Memory plans - measurements and spectrum Various Battery autonomy 2 / 3 h Interfaces Slot Common Interface, USB, SCART, Bluetooth (optional) Picture visualization, full MPEG2 Firmware upgrades, via USB Power supply & Accessories Protective bag with shoulder strap, various adapters, USB cable power supply, cigarette lighter socket, DiSEqC switch, lightshield Weight 2.1 Kg Dimensions 115 x 245 x 180 cm LNB and SCR. You can see the constellation diagram of all digital signals: QPSK, 8PSK, QAM and COFDM to detect the quality of digital satellite TV and cable signals and, thanks to the HELP function, the Digicube can automatically demodulate any digital SAT, TV or Cable signal with unknown parameters. The DIGICUBE has a CAM card PCMCIA slot, it has an input/output Scart socket that can be used to display a TVCC signal on the meter and a USB port to download measurements, carry out dataloggers and upgrade software. Rover Laboratories Spa via Parini, Sirmione (BS) Italy Tel Fax skype: wecare.roverinstruments info@roverinstruments.com 7