ZeeVee HDB2620-NA HDb2620 2000 Series encoder / modulators

Product Overview

The ZeeVee HDB2620-NA is a 2-channel HDMI HD MPEG-2 encoder and QAM modulator in the HDbridge2000 series, encoding two HDMI video sources to discrete QAM digital channels for distribution over coaxial RF infrastructure. As the standard North American version of the ZeeVee HDbridge2000 HD encoder QAM modulator with HDMI input, the HDB2620-NA is appropriate for hotels, universities, sports bars, and any facility distributing HD video over existing coaxial plant from HDMI-output sources. It is a standalone unit requiring no external chassis, providing two independently configurable QAM channels from HDMI inputs without DirecTV-specific compatibility constraints. This unit is an MPEG-2 encoder for coax distribution well-suited to general hospitality, institutional, and corporate AV headend applications.

Product Description

The HDB2620-NA accepts two HDMI video inputs and encodes each to HD MPEG-2, modulating the output to two discrete QAM digital channels delivered over the facility's coaxial distribution plant. The HDMI input accepts content from satellite receivers, cable boxes, media players, and other HD sources without the DirecTV-specific engineering of the HDB2620-DT variant. Each channel is independently configurable for QAM frequency assignment and encoding parameters, allowing straightforward integration into any existing channel lineup on a coaxial network. As a standalone rack-mount unit, the HDB2620-NA installs without a chassis, reducing headend room complexity compared to modular platform approaches. The HD MPEG-2 QAM output is fully compatible with the range of QAM-capable televisions deployed in commercial environments, including hospitality guest rooms and institutional common areas. For deployments requiring four HDMI-sourced channels, the HDB2640-NA provides the equivalent capacity. The HDB2620-NA is a practical, no-overhead choice for facilities that need two HD QAM channels from HDMI sources and want a proven, direct encoder in the ZeeVee HDbridge2000 product line.

Key Features

• HDMI Input — Accepts two HDMI sources from any compatible HD device without source-specific restrictions.
• 2-Channel HD MPEG-2 Encoding — Encodes two independent HDMI channels to MPEG-2 in a single standalone unit.
• QAM RF Output — Delivers two independently assignable QAM digital channels over coaxial RF infrastructure.
• Standalone Operation — Self-contained rack-mount unit with no external chassis or command module required.
• Independent Channel Configuration — Each of the two channels configured separately for frequency, encoding, and audio settings.

Typical Applications

• Hotels distributing two HDMI-sourced HD channels over coaxial to guest rooms
• Sports bars encoding two satellite or cable receiver HDMI outputs to QAM for display distribution
• Universities encoding two HDMI sources for campus coaxial IPTV distribution
• Corporate facilities distributing two HDMI channels over existing RF infrastructure

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the HDB2620-NA and the HDB2620-DT?

Both are 2-channel HDMI encoder/modulators. The HDB2620-DT is engineered for DirecTV receiver compatibility, while the HDB2620-NA is the general North American version for use with any HDMI-output source. If your sources are not DirecTV receivers, the HDB2620-NA is the appropriate model.

Can I add more than two channels with this unit?

For four HDMI channels in a standalone unit, the HDB2640-NA is the appropriate choice. Multiple HDB2620-NA units can also be combined to increase total channel count in a headend room.

Does the HDB2620-NA support simultaneous IP streaming?

The HDB2620-NA outputs QAM RF. For simultaneous QAM and IP output, the ZvPRO 820i (ZVPRO820I-NA) provides that capability in a compact unit.