Integrator's Manual

Refer to Figure 1 below for a diagram illustrating a complete COM1000 system.

Figure 1 – COM1000 System Overview

COM1000 System – This describes the entire video distribution system setup as seen above,

including all devices and connections that work together to stream DIRECTV HD video

programming.

LNB (Low-Noise Block) – This is a device that acts as the antenna of your satellite dish. It

receives incoming signals and sends them to the RF distribution panel. Each one is

capable of providing two outputs.

COM120

(RF Distribution Panel)

External Edge QAM

. . .

COM200

Chassis

Up to… 12 COM24 cards

. . .

Admin PC

(Optional)

Series of any number of Pro:Idiom

enabled Digital TVs with tuners

QAM24

or QAM6

LNB 3

LNB 2

LNB 1

SWM32

(Single Wire Multi-switch)

RF Distribution

RF Signal Level:

-50dBm to -30dBm

per Transponder

RF Signal Level:

-55dBm to

-25dBm per

Transponder