ZeeVee 3KAVE2IH 2-Channel HD MPEG2 Digital Video Encoder/QAM Modulator

Product Overview

The ZeeVee 3KAVE2IH is a dual-channel HDMI QAM encoder module designed for the HDbridge3000 modular digital headend chassis. It accepts two HDMI sources and encodes them to MPEG-2, delivering simultaneous QAM RF and IP output — making it a purpose-built HDbridge3000 HDMI blade with IP streaming for facilities distributing HD content over both coax and IPTV networks. As a MPEG-2 HD encoder for coax and IPTV, the 3KAVE2IH is widely deployed in hospitality, education, and government headends where HDMI source density is high. The blade installs directly into any available slot in the HDbridge3000 chassis (sold separately).

Product Description

The 3KAVE2IH encodes two independent HDMI inputs to MPEG-2 and outputs each channel simultaneously to QAM RF and IP, allowing a single blade to serve both a coax TV plant and an IPTV distribution network without any additional hardware. Installed in the HDbridge3000 3U chassis, up to 12 of these blades can run in parallel, providing up to 24 HDMI-sourced channels from a single rack unit footprint. This density makes the blade particularly attractive for hotel properties or university dormitories where a large number of satellite, cable box, or media player HDMI outputs must be converted and distributed to guest or student room televisions. The MPEG-2 encoding format ensures broad compatibility with ATSC QAM receivers and set-top boxes commonly found in hospitality and institutional environments. Web-based management is handled through the chassis command module, so individual blade configuration is integrated into the headend’s central management interface. The 3KAVE2IH is the standard HDMI blade choice for HDbridge3000 deployments where HDMI source signals do not carry HDCP encryption requiring special handling.

Key Features

• Dual-Channel HDMI Input — Encodes two independent HDMI sources per blade, maximizing channel density within the chassis.
• Simultaneous QAM RF + IP Output — Each channel outputs to both coax QAM and IP simultaneously from a single blade.
• MPEG-2 Encoding — Broad compatibility with QAM receivers and set-top boxes in hospitality and institutional AV environments.
• HDbridge3000 Chassis Integration — Designed for the HDbridge3000 modular chassis; managed centrally via the chassis command module.
• Up to 24 Channels Per Chassis — With 12 dual-channel blades installed, a single chassis delivers up to 24 discrete encoded channels.

Typical Applications

• Hotel in-room TV distribution from satellite or cable receiver HDMI outputs
• University and dormitory HD channel distribution over coax
• Government facility digital headend with mixed HDMI sources
• Sports bar or entertainment venue multi-channel HD distribution
• Healthcare facility patient room TV headend

Technical Specifications

Competitor Comparison

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the HDbridge3000 chassis included with the 3KAVE2IH?

No. The chassis (HDB3KR-NA) is sold separately. The 3KAVE2IH is a blade module that installs into an available slot in the HDbridge3000 chassis.

Can this blade handle HDCP-protected HDMI sources?

The 3KAVE2IH is designed for standard HDMI inputs. For HDCP-encrypted sources, consider the ZeeVee 3KHVE2I unencrypted HDMI blade. Confirm source compatibility with Creation Networks before ordering.

What MPEG-2 video quality and resolution does this blade support?

The blade encodes HD content via MPEG-2. Refer to ZeeVee’s official documentation for supported input resolutions and encoding bit rate parameters.

How many 3KAVE2IH blades can I install in one chassis?

Up to 12 blades per HDbridge3000 chassis, providing up to 24 encoded HDMI channels from a single 3U chassis.