ZeeVee 3KAVE2RH 1080p YPbPr Module for HDbridge3000
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ZeeVee 3KAVE2RH 1080p YPbPr Module for HDbridge3000
Product Overview
The ZeeVee 3KAVE2RH is a dual-channel component video encoder blade for the HDbridge3000 modular digital headend chassis, accepting YPbPr inputs at up to 1080p and encoding to MPEG-2 QAM for coax distribution. It is the correct blade choice for integrators building a digital headend where source equipment outputs component video rather than HDMI, such as older broadcast receivers or legacy AV hardware. As a 1080p component to QAM encoder, the 3KAVE2RH enables full HD distribution over existing coax infrastructure without replacing source devices. Up to 12 blades can be installed in a single HDbridge3000 chassis, supporting up to 24 channels of YPbPr component encoder for digital headend distribution.
Product Description
The 3KAVE2RH accepts two YPbPr (component) video inputs per blade and encodes each to MPEG-2, outputting to QAM RF for distribution over coax cable plants. This blade is purpose-built for environments where source devices — satellite boxes, DVD or Blu-ray players, legacy media servers — only provide component video outputs. It supports 1080p input resolution, preserving full HD signal quality through the encoding and modulation process. Installed in the HDbridge3000 chassis, multiple 3KAVE2RH blades can be combined with HDMI and composite blades in the same chassis, allowing a single headend to handle mixed source types across all available module slots. Channel management is handled via the chassis command module’s web-based interface, providing unified configuration regardless of blade type mix. This blade is particularly relevant in hospitality retrofits where existing set-top boxes were not replaced during a headend upgrade and still output only component video.
Key Features
- Dual-Channel YPbPr Input — Accepts two independent component video sources per blade for efficient channel density.
- 1080p Support — Encodes component video at up to 1080p resolution for full HD QAM distribution.
- MPEG-2 QAM Output — Outputs MPEG-2 encoded channels to QAM RF for distribution over coax infrastructure.
- HDbridge3000 Chassis Compatibility — Installs into any available slot in the HDbridge3000 chassis alongside other blade types.
- Up to 24 Channels Per Chassis — 12 dual-channel blades per chassis deliver up to 24 component-source encoded channels.
Typical Applications
- Hospitality headends with legacy component-output satellite receivers
- Government or institutional facilities with existing component video source equipment
- Education campuses distributing component video from broadcast or media equipment
- Mixed-input digital headend deployments alongside HDMI and composite blades
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Input Type | YPbPr component video (2 channels per blade) |
| Maximum Input Resolution | 1080p |
| Encoding Format | MPEG-2 |
| Output | QAM RF |
| Channels per Blade | 2 |
| Max Channels per Chassis | Up to 24 (12 blades) |
| Compatible Chassis | ZeeVee HDbridge3000 (HDB3KR-NA), sold separately |
| SKU | 3KAVE2RH |
Competitor Comparison
| Criteria | ZeeVee 3KAVE2RH | Blonder Tongue HDE-2C-QAM | Thor H-2CP-QAM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Input Type | YPbPr component | Component | Component |
| Max Resolution | 1080p | 1080i typical | 1080i typical |
| Channels per Unit | 2 (blade) | 2 (standalone) | 2 (standalone) |
| Chassis Scalability | Yes — up to 24 ch per chassis | No | No |
| Mixed Input Support | Yes — mix with other HDbridge3000 blades | No | No |
| Centralized Management | Via HDbridge3000 command module | Per-unit web interface | Per-unit web interface |
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I mix 3KAVE2RH component blades with HDMI blades in the same chassis?
- Yes. The HDbridge3000 chassis supports all blade types in any combination across its 12 slots, allowing simultaneous use of component, HDMI, unencrypted HDMI, and composite blades in a single headend.
- Does the 3KAVE2RH support simultaneous QAM and IP output?
- This blade outputs to QAM RF. For simultaneous QAM + IP output, refer to ZeeVee’s HDMI blades (3KAVE2IH or 3KHVE2I) which include IP streaming. Confirm capabilities with Creation Networks for your specific deployment.
- What is the maximum input resolution supported?
- The 3KAVE2RH supports component video input up to 1080p.
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