MODIG AIR User s manual v.1.1
Index 1. Product introductions...3 1.1. Safety Rules...3 1.2. Content of the box...4 2. Description and connections...4 2.1. Introduction...4 2.2. Installation example...4 2.3. Connections...5 3. Setup...6 3.1. First installation...6 4. Programming the MODIG AIR...7 4.1. Main menu...8 4.1.1. Quick Settings...8 4.1.2. Custom Profiles...9 4.1.3. DVB-T...10 4.1.4. Output Attenuator...11 4.1.5. Encoder...11 4.1.6. Transport Stream...12 4.1.7. Other settings...13 4.1.8. Info...15 4.1.9. Help...15 5. Technical Features of the Equipment...16 5.1. Technical Data MODIG AIR...16 5.2. Troubleshooting...17 5.3. F.A.Q. (Frequently Asked Questions)...17 6. Warranty...18 6.1. Wararnty period...18 6.2. After-Sales Technical Service...18 Thank you for buying the encoder modulator Modig Air. You now own a high quality, indoor DVB-T HD modulator with Bluetooth interface. Please read this manual carefully to install, use and maintain the encoder modulator in the best conditions of performance. Keep this manual for future reference. Reserved for technical modifications and/or errors - 2 - MODIG AIR Version en_1.1 FTE maximal
1. Product introductions 1.1. Safety Rules Please read the manual carefully before using the device. You will receive a lot of information to use this product correctly and you will prevent incidents. Please keep the manual on a safe place. CAUTIONR RISK OF ELEKTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN This sign warns you about high voltages, with risk of electric shock Caution: Do not open the housing of this device. Repairs can only be made by professionals authorized by Fte maximal. If not, warranty will not be valid anymore. This sign informs about special information which is important to know. Caution: Keep this device far away from liquids. Do not place it on placements close to water like flowers vases, wash basin, aquariums or pools. A high risk of electric exists shock when water or high humidity filters inside the devices. Never place other devices on it; they can overheat the devices as well as daring fire risk. The devices must be used only with original external power supply. Please read carefully this manual and do not hesitate to contact to professional help if you have any doubt. Opening the device housing will mean a total lost of warranty. Installation: 1. Keep clean and without obstacles a minimum radius of 40 cm around this equipment. 2. Do not place any heating source near this equipment. 3. Do not install this equipment outside its temperature range. 4. Avoid placements where liquids could be poured in or with important temperature changes. 5. Never open the device by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified staff only. 6. During connection it is suitable that the equipment is switched off and not connected to electrical current. 7. Respect electrical security rules during the assembly. Use materials that fulfill laws in force. 8. Connecting pin (power plug) must be quickly and simply accessible in order to assure a fast disconnection. 9. To prevent shock hazard, do not touch the power plug with wet hands. Always unplug the device before working on the connections. 10. Do not put any heavy objects over this equipment; the equipment could be damaged. Cleaning: Before cleaning the device with a slightly damped cloth, please disconnect the external power supply from the device. Please use only mild cleaners. Accessories: Please, do not use accessories which are not agreed by the manufacturer of the device. Unsuitable accessories could increase the risk of getting on fire, an electrical impact or other damages. Placement: Select a placement where the device has air circulation enough; otherwise it may have overheating accumulation. Housing: Please, make sure that no liquid will filter into the housing of the device. If so, disconnect immediately the device from the power supply connection and bring the device to a professional. Air humidity: When you take the device from a cold to a warm place, please wait until the device gets the same temperature as the new environment, in order to avoid problems of humidity condensation. Maintenance / Repairing: Within the warranty time all the repairing processes should be done by Fte Maximal technical staff. Otherwise, the warranty will be lost. Reserved for technical modifications and/or errors - 3 - MODIG AIR Version en_1.1 FTE maximal
1.2. Content of the box When you open the box or the first time, you will find the following content: Quick start guide MODIG AIR External Power supply 2. Description and connections 2.1. Introduction The MODIG AIR is a high quality DVB-T indoor modulator which receives one HDMI input and converts it into one RF DVB-T channel on its output. The excellent picture (Full HD 1920*1080-30p) and modulation quality (MER~35dB) renders the MODIG AIR an ideal solution for distributing SD/HD digital signals received from any device with an HDMI output (e.g. a DVD player, STB or camera in a CATV network using the DVB-T technology). The user has the ability to control the device remotely using a Bluetooth interface by downloading and using the Fte Pro Air application from Google Play or App store for free. Finally, the MODIG AIR s small size and metal case provides excellent electromagnetic shielding as well as great temperature dissipation and rigidness. 2.2. Installation example In the example, the MODIG AIR is shown receiving the signal from the satellite receiver Fte extreme HD Flex Plus and modulating it in a terrestrial RF output channel. The DVB-T output channel is mixed with the other channels of the installation, in this case by a TER 2 splitter / mixer. The MODIG AIR programming is done through a mobile phone via Bluetooth with the free application Fte Pro Air. Reserved for technical modifications and/or errors - 4 - MODIG AIR Version en_1.1 FTE maximal
2.3. Connections 1 2 3 1 HDMI IN: HDMI input. 2 Lock: Status indicator led. 3 +12VDC INPUT: Connector for the external power supply. 4 RF OUT: RF modulated signal output. 4 Reserved for technical modifications and/or errors - 5 - MODIG AIR Version en_1.1 FTE maximal
3. Setup 3.1. First installation The MODIG AIR can be programmed easily using the following 4 simple steps: 1. Download the Fte Pro Air app from Google play or App Store. 2. Power up the MODIG AIR, connecting the external power supply. The MODIG AIR will need 20-30secs to boot and the status indicator will blink until the procedure is finished. After the status indicator remains constantly green, you will be able to connect to the MODIG AIR. 3. Run the Fte Pro Air App. It will scan for any available devices that are within range. On the top of the list you will see always the closest device to your phone or tablet. Choose the device that you want to connect with and press Connect and the status indicator will turn red. While connected to your phone/tablet, the device will not show up on any other phone/tablet in the vicinity. 4. Pressing the 3 points on the upper right side of the screen, you will be able to access to a new window that allows to select the language of the application and sort the device on the list by the Bluetooth signal power. 5. To connect to the device you will need to enter the default pin: 1234 Reserved for technical modifications and/or errors - 6 - MODIG AIR Version en_1.1 FTE maximal
4. Programming the MODIG AIR The programming of the device is through the Fte Pro Air App. When the Fte Pro Air app will be initialized, and once is connected to a modulator, the status indicator will turn red and the main screen will be displayed. App guidelines: Tapping on the "left arrow" icon on the top-left corner returns to previous menu. Tapping on this icon while on the main menu causes the app to disconnect from MODIG AIR and return to scanning for nearby devices. The icon is not available while the app applies settings to the MODIG AIR. While connected to a MODIG AIR, the app shows a colored "signal" indicator on the top-right corner of the screen. This indicator shows the status of the Bluetooth connection through a color: Green: It is good or optimal.. Yellow: It is regular. Red: It is low. Flashing red: It is too low and is about to get lost. By tapping on the indicator, a new window will appear on screen showing a bluetooth power graphic. By tapping on the Disconnect button, the app immediately disconnects from the currently connected MODIG AIR and goes back to scanning for nearby devices. In this window the Apply button time can also be set (allows configuring the delay after applying settings. It can be set from 1 to 5 seconds) The singnal indicator is not tappable while the app applies settings to the MODIG AIR. Important note:the first time you connect a mobile phone or a tablet with a MODIG AIR it is recommended that before proceeding with the configuration make a calibration of this Bluetooth signal indicator. To do this, follow the following steps: Step 1. Position your mobile phone or tablet at a distance between 0.5m and 1m from the modulator. Step 2. Select the "INFO" option from the main menu. At the bottom of the "System Info" screen, there are 3 boxes with Bluetooth power values expressed in dbm. Step 3. Calibrate the point of maximum power of bluetooth signal: without moving your position, wait until the value in the box "?" is the highest value or the closest to the value indicated in the box "max". Step 4. Calibrate the point of minimum power of bluetooth signal: slowly move your mobile phone or tablet away from the MODIG AIR until the value indicated in the "min" box reach the minimum value, before losing the connection. Approximately this value should be less than -90dBm. Step 5. Return to the main menu by pressing the icon at the top left of the screen. Maximum power (step 3) Minimum power (step 4) These steps should only be repeated in these cases: If you uninstall and reinstall the Fte Pro Air application on the same mobile or tablet. When using the application on a different mobile phone or tablet. Reserved for technical modifications and/or errors - 7 - MODIG AIR Version en_1.1 FTE maximal
4.1. Main menu The main menu consists of the following options: Quick Settings Custom profiles DVB-T Output attenuator Encoder Transport Stream Other settings Info Help 4.1.1. Quick Settings This menu provides the ability to program several modulators easily and quickly. All you need is to enter the following parameters: The output RF channel: click and select the output channel from CH21 to CH69 Set the output level by adjusting the modulator s attenuator: click and choose the attenuation value between 0dB / -10dB / -20 db Set the Profile No.: click and select one profile number from 1 to 99 How the profile works In an installation all the modulators (or Mux in general) need to have different values of the following fields to avoid conflict in the automated scan of the TV sets: Program Name Service ID TS ID For that reason, the user must always select a unique Profile number in every modulator starting from Number #1. E.g. If we want to install three modulators in a CATV network, in the profile option we will select: Profile Νο 1 for the 1 st modulator o meaning: Program Name = DTV 1 o meaning: Service ID = 1 o meaning: TS ID = 2210 Reserved for technical modifications and/or errors - 8 - MODIG AIR Version en_1.1 FTE maximal
Profile Νο 2 for the 2 nd modulator o meaning: Program Name = DTV 2 o meaning: Service ID = 2 o meaning: TS ID = 2211 Profile Νο 3 for the 3 rd modulator o meaning: Program Name = DTV 3 o meaning: Service ID = 3 o meaning: TS ID = 2212 As a result, all the above modulators have different values in the above fields. Once the parameters are selected, press the APPLY button to set them to the MODIG AIR. One countdown will appear on the screen while the settings are applying to the modulator. 4.1.2. Custom Profiles The Fte Pro Air app provides the ability to create custom profiles under your custom name. By clicking the + icon you are able to save the current configuration in your mobile device for future use. You are able to create as many customs profiles as you need, erase them or clone them. To apply an existing custom profile to the connected MODIG AIR, simply tap on the name of the desired custom profile. How to create the profile: Step 1. Click the + icon. Step 2. A new window will appear. Write the name of the profile and click the Save button. If you want to cancel the action, press the Cancel button to return back. Step 3. Once the button Save is pressed, the MODIG AIR settings will be stored in the custom profile. The configuration save progress is displayed on the screen. Step 4. When the custom profile is created has been created, it will appear in the list. Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Custom profile actions: To manage (view, clone, rename, or delete) a custom profile, tap on the three vertical dots at the far right of the desired custom profile: View: a window appears on the screen showing the custom profile parameters. Clone: click if you want to clone the custom profile to another one. Write the name of the new cloned profile and press the Clone button. If you want to cancel the action, press the Cancel button. Rename: enter the new name of profile and press Rename button. If you want to cancel the action, press the Cancel button. Delete: press this button to delete the custom profile. A new window will appear in order to confirm or cancel the deleting action. Back: click it to return to custom profiles menu. Reserved for technical modifications and/or errors - 9 - MODIG AIR Version en_1.1 FTE maximal
4.1.3. DVB-T View Clone Rename Delete In the DVB-T menu, Fte Pro Air app provides the ability to setup all the necessary DVB-T parameters according to the standards, as follows: Channel: Select the desired output RF channel. Click and select the output channel from CH21 to CH69. Frequency: Enter the output RF channel frequency, units in KHz. Bandwidth: Select the channel bandwidth. Select the value. Options: 7+8, 5, 6, 7, 8 MHz. Constellation: Select the channel constellation. Choose between 16 QAM and 64QAM. Modulation: Select the channel modulation mode. Choose between 2K, 4K and 8K. Guard interval: Select the guard interval. Options: 1/4, 1/8, 1/16, 1/32. Code Rate: Select the desired code rate. Options: 1/2, 2/3, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8. Channel Bandwidth Constellation Modulation Guard interval Code rate Reserved for technical modifications and/or errors - 10 - MODIG AIR Version en_1.1 FTE maximal
Once the DVB-T parameters have been selected, press the APPLY button to set them to the MODIG AIR. One countdown will appear on the screen while the settings are applying to the modulator. 4.1.4. Output Attenuator In the Output attenuator menu, Fte Pro Air app provides the ability to increase/decrease the output level in steps of 10dB. Step 1. Select the desired attenuator value: Set to 0dB: Set the output level to approximately 92 dbμv Set to -10dB: Set the output level to approximately 82 dbμv Set to -20dB: Set the output level to approximately 72 dbμv Step 2. One countdown will appear on the screen while the value is setting. Step 3. The message Success appears on screen once the attenuator value is set. Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 4.1.5. Encoder Fte Pro Air app provides the ability to set manually all the encoder parameters. Video Bitrate: Select the video bitrate of the encoder. Value in kbps. Video Resolution: Select the output resolution of the modulator between Auto, 1920x1080, 1280x720, 704x576 and 640x480. Audio Bitrate: Select the audio bitrate of the encoder. Options: 64, 96, 128, 192, 256, 320 kbps. Audio encoding: Select the audio encoding of the encoder. You can select AAC, AC3 or MPEG-2. HDCP: Enable (ON) or disable (OFF) the HDCP function. Reserved for technical modifications and/or errors - 11 - MODIG AIR Version en_1.1 FTE maximal
Video bitrate Video resolution Audio bitrate Audio encoding Once the encoder parameters have been selected, press the APPLY button to set them to the MODIG AIR. One countdown will appear on the screen while the settings are applying to the modulator. 4.1.6. Transport Stream Fte Pro Air app provides the ability to set manually all the TS parameters. Network name: Set the network name Network ID: Set the network ID Original Network ID: Set the original network ID Service name: Set the service name Service ID: Set the service ID Service provider: Set the service provider TS ID: Set the TS ID PMT ID: Set the PMT PID number Video PID: Set the video PID number LCN Enabled: Enable or disable the LCN function LCN No: Set the LCN number in case of LCN is enabled LCN Provider: Select the LCN provider in case of LCN is enabled Reserved for technical modifications and/or errors - 12 - MODIG AIR Version en_1.1 FTE maximal
4.1.7. Other settings Fte Pro Air app provides the ability to change the PIN code, apply factory defaults, change the app language or update the device via the Bluetooth interface. Factory defaults: Click this option in order to charge the default values to the MODIG AIR. By clicking APPLY button, a countdown will appear on the screen during the process. Warning: All exising settings on the connected MODIG AIR will be lost. Security: This option allows changing the security pin for access to MODIG AIR configuration. You must enter the current PIN and the new PIN and press the APPLY button. The message SUCCESS will appear when PIN is changed. The default PIN is: 1234 Reserved for technical modifications and/or errors - 13 - MODIG AIR Version en_1.1 FTE maximal
Device name: The name of the modulator can be changed by user in this option. This is useful for identifying the modulators easily in the scanning screen. Click on the name to access to the keyboard. Write the new name and press the APPLY button to save it. When the change is made, the message SUCCESS will appear on screen. Device update: With this menu selection you may update the connected MODIG AIR's firmware. An internet connection is needed for this feature. The procedure is fully automatic. The line On device shows the current firmware version. The line Available shows the last version. If is higher you can download and install in your phone or tablet. Tap on the UPDATE button in order to upgrade the firmware. App settings: In this option you can set up the following parameters: o Language: display language. Select between Automatic, English, Spanish, French or Italian. o Apply button time: allows configuring the delay after applying settings. It can be set from 1 to 5 seconds. o Sort devices by signal strenght. If you enable this option, in the scanning screen on the top of the list you will see always the closest device to your phone or tablet. App settings Language Apply button time Reserved for technical modifications and/or errors - 14 - MODIG AIR Version en_1.1 FTE maximal
4.1.8. Info Fte Pro Air app, in the System Info menu provides several details of the device: System status Firmware version of the Fte Pro Air app Software version of the MODIG AIR Serial number of the MODIG AIR Bluetooth signal power in dbm 4.1.9. Help Fte Pro Air app, in the Help menu provides the device s manual, as well as the FAQ and the troubleshooting guide. Reserved for technical modifications and/or errors - 15 - MODIG AIR Version en_1.1 FTE maximal
5. Technical Features of the Equipment 5.1. Technical Data MODIG AIR Model MODIG AIR Code 6000779 Description A/V to COFDM HD modulator with bluetooth Encoder Input 1 x HDMI Input connector HDMI Type A Video Encoder MPEG-4 AVC /H.264 Profile High profile 4.0 Video Bit rate 1-19 Mb/s adjustable Video output mode (1) Auto, 1080, 720p, 576i, 480i Video Resolution auto Input Output 480i 30 fps 576i-25 fps 480p-60 fps 576p-60 fps 720p-50 fps 720p-60 fps 1080i-25fps 1080i-30 fps 1080p-50 fps 1080p-60 fps 480i 30 fps 576i-25 fps 480p-60 fps 576p-60 fps 720p-50 fps 720p-60 fps 1080i-25fps 1080i-30 fps 1080p-50 fps 1080p-30 fps Audio encoding Mpeg1 Layer II/ AAC /AC3 Audio bit rate 64, 96, 128, 192, 256, 320, 384 Kbps. Transport Stream configurable parameters Video PID, Audio PID, PMT PID, TS ID, ONID, NID, Service Name, Service ID, Provider Name LCN support Yes LCN Providers: Nordig, ITC/UK, EICTA/Europe, New Zealand Output modulator Standard DVB-T (COFDM) EN 300 744 Bandwidth 5,6, 7, 8 MHz Mode 2K, 8K Constellation QPSK, 16 QAM, 64 QAM Guard Interval 1/ 4, 1/8, 1/16, 1/32 Code rate 1/2, 2/3, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8 Output Frequencies 470..862 MHz Output level 92 ±2 dbμv Output attenuator 0, 10dB, 20 db MER 35 db (Typical) Shoulder attenuation >45 dbc Output Connector 75 Ω F connector female Programming Programming interface Platform support Via Bluetooth Requires Version 4.0 and above. ETSI EN 300 328 and EN 300 440 Class 2 (Europe), FCC CFR47 Part 15 (US) and ARIB STD-T66 (Japan). Android version 5.0 or above ios version: 9.3 or above: iphone: 4S or newer ipad: 3 rd gen or newer General Voltage supply +12 Vdc Current consumption 290 ma External Power supply 100-230Vca-0.5A /12Vdc-1A Operative temperature 0ºC to 50ºC Storage temperature -10ºC to 70ºC Humidity Up to 90% Dimensions 131 x 72 x 25.5 mm Weight 0.22 Kg (modulator + power supply) (1) Selecting a video output mode different than auto, the modulator scaling the input video to the selection output resolution. (2) Some mobile phones or tablets could not be compatible with the MODIG AIR Bluetooth system. Reserved for technical modifications and/or errors - 16 - MODIG AIR Version en_1.1 FTE maximal
5.2. Troubleshooting Problem: My MODIG AIR cannot connect. Problem: No devices show up in scan list. Solution: Make sure your phone/tablet supports Bluetooth version 4.0 and above, check your Android or ios version according to MODIG AIR's tech specs (platform support). Try rebooting your phone/tablet. P: My MODIG AIR is still not able to connect. S: Make sure the Bluetooth on your phone/tablet is enabled. Decrease the distance between phone/tablet and MODIG AIR to 1m. Try changing the MODIG AIR's or phone/tablet's orientation. Make sure you have granted all required permissions to the app. Reboot your phone/tablet. Finally try uninstalling and reistalling the app. P: My MODIG AIR connects and disconnects immediately. S: Make sure you have not "paired" your phone/tablet and the MODIG AIR through the phone/tablet's settings. If you have already paired them, try un-pairing them and restart the app. P: I've connected an IP STB with the MODIG AIR but there is no sound. S: Change the audio encoding of the MODIG AIR to AAC format in the "Encoder" menu. P: I'm trying to change the device name but it's constantly failing. S: The device name is supported by firmware v1.04 and later. Check the firmware version of the connected MODIG AIR with the "Info" menu. We recommend upgrading the firmware with the menu "Other settings" - "Device update". 5.3. F.A.Q. (Frequently Asked Questions) Question: Does the MODIG AIR support VHF channels? Answer: MODIG AIR does not support any VHF channels. It supports only UHF channels from 470MHz (CH21) to 862MHz (CH69). Q: How can I select a specific device with the Bluetooth? A: By putting your phone/table as close as you can to the desired device that you want to connect with, the app will sort this device in the top of the list of the scanned devices. Q: How do I know which device I am connected with? A: The LED indicator of the device that it is connected with the app, turns and remains red throughout the procedure. Q: How many devices is it possible to install? A: It depends on output frequency availability. Theoretically you can install 49 devices covering all UHF channels from 21 to 69. Q: What is the output level of the MODIG AIR? A: The output level of MODIG AIR is 92 ±2 dbμv. Q: How can I increase/decrease the output level? A: By using the "Output attenuator" menu in the app. Reserved for technical modifications and/or errors - 17 - MODIG AIR Version en_1.1 FTE maximal
6. Warranty 6.1. Wararnty period All the products sold by BCN Distribuciones, S.A.U. enjoy a 2 year warranty from the date of the purchase invoice. The warranty will not apply if the product has been submitted, by the buyer or third parties, to an improper firmware loading, to an improper installation, maintenance, repair or use or ti has been exposed to environmental conditions not corresponding with the installation requirements. 6.2. After-Sales Technical Service The after-sales service will not accept any exchange or return of goods. These ones shall be sent, with the prior authorization of your sales representative, to the central wharehouses of BCN Distribuciones, S.A.U. All the returned goods to be repaired must be sent directly to the FTE TECHNICAL SERVICE st@ftemaximal.com, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Each repair must be accompanied by our repair request form and know our conditions of after-sales service. These documents are available at http://ftemaximal.com/en/support-services/after-sales-technical-services or request them at st@ftemaximal.com or at our telephone number +34 93 729 27 00. For urgent shipments or out-of-warranty equipment the carriage costs shall be paid by the customer. Reserved for technical modifications and/or errors - 18 - MODIG AIR Version en_1.1 FTE maximal
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