CE1Contribution Encoder
The CE1 Contribution Encoder is an essential part ofMediaKind’s Contribution and Distribution offering,which enables live events to be captured reliably, in thehighest possible quality and with low transmission
latency and bandwidth.
The CE1 is the latest generation of contribution encoderfrom MediaKind and provides exceptional performance,
low latency video compression capability, with theadditional benefits of support for the latest IP standards
such as UHD SMPTE ST 2110, SRT, RIST and Zixi as well as
BISS-CA encryption to prevent unauthorized access tovaluable, high quality contribution feeds.
The satellite modulator output option is available fornews gathering applications making MediaKind CE1 the
7th generation DSNG platform.

1The CE1 provides a highly flexible contribution encoding
platform that can provide basic MPEG 4:2:0 8 bit HD
video encoding all the way up to the highest quality,
low bitrate HEVC 4:2:2 10 bit UHD, High Dynamic Range,
Wide Color Gamut video encoding. It also offers losslesslight compression using JPEG-XS

A basic CE1 can be configured today and easily
upgraded when required by the addition of softwarelicenses, or hardware option cards.
In a world of rapidly changing standards andtechnology it is important to invest in equipment thatoffers confidence in future-proofing.
The CE1 is based on a ruggedized X86 server platform,
with four PCIE option card slots, giving it great potential
to support new standards and protocols as they aredeveloped and adopted.

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Product Overview

Unit Features

Multi-Channel Contribution Encoder

The CE1 base unit is a compact single ‘RU’ unit that is
only 560 mm deep, thus fitting in standard racks andflight cases as well as OB environments.

The CE1 is a compact, flexible, multi-channel
contribution encoder capable of addressing a wide
range of use cases. It can be configured to meet yourexact requirements through the simple range of
hardware and software options, and can be easily
upgraded in the future as your needs change.
Encoding flexibility
4:2:0 8 bit MPEG-4 AVC or HEVC encoding can beprovided using just the CE1 base unit processing power,
but for UHD and 4:2:2 10 bit support with low latencymode the additional processing power required isprovided by an video encoding option card.
JPEG-XS can be performed on the CE1 base unit without
the accelerator card.

Dual hot swappable power supplies help provide thereliability required when covering premium events.
There are four option card slots which enables a wide
range of options to be supported so that the unit can
not only be customized to meet your needs today, but
can easily have its capabilities expanded in the future ifrequired.
The option cards available include:•SDI Input (4 x SDI ports) with an additionalExternal Sync input•

Dual 25GbE NIC with SMPTE ST 2110 acceleration•

Dual 10GbE NIC with SFP+•The CE1’s inclusion of NMOS IS-04 and IS-05 provides theconnection management for this type of workflow.

Encoder Accelerator card for 4 x HD or 3 x1080p
or 1 x UHD for low latency 4:2:0 or 4:2:2 MPEG-4
AVC and HEVC compression•

ASI Input/output (4 ports)

Secure Delivery of High Value Content•

Satellite Modulator*

With the value of content, particularly high quality, highvalue content such as UHD sports content increasing, itremains important to prevent unauthorized access to it.
The CE1 supports BISS-CA, the latest 128 bit, rotating key,
content protection standard, as well as the longestablished BISS-1/E encryption

The CE1 feature licenses include:

All IP Workflow
The CE1 supports an IP workflow using SMPTE ST 2110 forinputs, and SRT/RIST/Zixi for IP outputs. An optional 25G
Ethernet NIC is available to enable SMPTE ST 2110 input
up to UHD resolution.

Contribution to public cloud
As content production and playout in public or private
cloud instances begins to be adopted, the ability topush content in to the cloud, even over unmanaged
and error prone networks becomes important. The CE1
can provide support for SRT (Secure Reliable Transport),
RIST and Zixi to ensure error free contribution to the cloudand RTMP to publish directly to Social Media platforms.

•HD (includes SD) and UHD encode licenses
containing audio encode and pass-throughcapabilities•

Advanced Stream Processing that includes
multiplexing, SRT, RIST and Zixi

•Content Protection that enables BISS-CA encryption(BISS-1/E encryption is included as standard)* Planned for CE1 version 5Automated High Availability

For outside content providers who need to transmit thehighest quality live events, high reliability and availability
is provided by the CE1. MediaKind removes the single
point of failure by processing the streams in a 1+1
active/active configuration, unaided by any separate
management system while maintaining PTS & PCRalignment. This results in a standalone automatedseamless switch, whether a TSoIP, SDI or SMPTE ST 2110
workflow.

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Specifications
I/O Connectivity
SDI Input

SDI option card:Provides 4 x HD SDI or 4 x 3G SDI or 1 x 12G SDI inputs
HD SDI: SMPTE 292M
3G SDI: SMPTE 424M
12G SDI SMPTE 2082
Embedded Audio: SMPTE 299M (HD)SDR/HDR Signalling: SMPTE ST 425-5
External sync Genlock (Black and burst)

IP Input/Output

Base unit
2 x 100/1000BaseT Ethernet ports via RJ45 connector
Dual 10GbE NIC option card:
Dual SFP+ cages
10GBASE optical transceivers or 10Gbe SFP DAC
Dual 25GbE NIC option card:
Dual SFP28 cages
Can support 1GbE, 10GbE or 25GbE
Can provide hardware acceleration for SMPTE ST 2110 input
Note: SMPTE ST 2110 input requires the dual 25GbE NIC option card.

ASI Input/Output

ASI option card:
Provides 4 x ASI configured as Inputs or OutputsConnector: 4 x B NC (F) 75 Ohm
Max. input rate: 208 Mbps
Packet length: 188/204 byte packets
Standard: EN50083-9

Satellite Modulator*

RF output - SMA 50 Ohm connector
RF monitoring output - SMA 50 Ohm connector
10MHz Input/Output reference - SMA 50 Ohm connector* Planned for CE1 version 5Control and Monitoring
Front Panel

Limited control and monitoring is available through the front panel keypad and display.

IP

Full control and status monitoring is provided via:

•Web browser user interface•REST API

Note: If control and monitoring is required via an option card network port contact
your MediaKind representative for availability.

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Video and Audio Processing
Video and Audio Input

SDI (requires SDI option card)
4 x SD 480i/576i or 4 HD 1080i/720p inputs for 4:2:0 encoding
4 x 1080i/720p inputs or 3 x 1080p or 1 UHD input for 4:2:0 or 4:2:2 encoding
UHD SDI input can be either 4 x 3G SDI or 1 x 12G SDISMPTE ST 2110 (requires Dual 25GbE NIC option card)
SMPTE ST 2110 support:-20 (video) support for UHD, 1080p, 1080i and 720p at 4:2:2 10 bit formats.

-30, -31 (audio) support for up to 6 channels (for 5.1) in 0.125ms or 1ms audio
packets-40 (data) support for AFD, CC, SCTE104, SMPTE 2031 and OP-47 Teletext
AMWA NMOS IS-04 & IS-05

Video Encoding

UHD*
4:2:2 10 bit or 4:2:0 8 bit HEVC encoding
2160p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 50 or 59.94 frame ratesStandard latency and low latency modeHD multiple channels
4:2:2 10 bit* or 4:2:0 8 bit MPEG-4 AVC or HEVC encoding
4:2:0 8 bit MPEG-2 encoding

Single channel HD MPEG-2 4:2:2
1080i 25/29.97 or 720p50/59.94 or 1080p50/59.94
CBR output
Standard Latency , Low latency mode*
SD multiple channels
4:2:0 8-bit MPEG-2, MPEG-4 AVC or HEVC
4:2:2 8-bit MPEG-2
480i 29.97, 576i 25
Standard Latency*Requires the Encoder accelerator Card

Audio Encoding

MPEG-1 Layer-II, AAC, HE-AAC, HE-AAC v2
Dolby Digital® 2.0 / 5.1, Dolby Digital Plus® 2.0, 5.1, Dolby AC-3®

Audio Pass-throughDolby E®
Dolby Digital®, Dolby Digital Plus®
Linear PCM (as SMPTE 302)

All processing functions need the appropriate software licenses to have been purchased

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Output Stream Processing
Transport Stream Output

Single or multi-service MPEG Transport Stream(s)UDP or RTP encapsulated
RTMP/RTMPS

Encryption

BISS v1 Mode 1 and E
BISS v2 Fixed Key and CA Mode
SRT and RIST* Encryption modes (fixed key 128/256 AES)

SRT, RIST* and Zixi

SRT listener and caller
RISTZixi senderHigh Availability

Automated (standalone) 1+1 output synchronisation with PTS alignment (either SDI orST 2110 inputs)

Satellite Modulator*Connectivity* Planned for CE1 version 5

RF output - SMA 50 Ohm connector
RF monitoring output - SMA 50 Ohm connector

10MHz Input/Output reference - SMA 50 Ohm connector
RF output

Modulation

L-Band frequency range

950 MHz to 2150 MHz by 1 KHz step

L-Band Output Power-35 dBm up to +5 dBm (0.1 dB steps)

IF frequency range

50 MHz to 180 MHz by 1 Hz step

IF output Power-35 dBm up to +5 dBm (0.1 dB steps)

IF Monitor Output power-20dB on the RF output

Type:

DVB-S, DVB-DSNG, DVB-S2, DVB-S2X

Constellation:

QPSK, 8PSK, 16APSK to 32APSK**

Roll-off:

DVB-S/DSNG: 35 %DVB-S2: 20, 25 or 35 %DVB-S2X: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 35 %Symbol rate:
Other functions

0.05 to 36 MSym/s**

Carrier ID insertion
Spectrum inversionTest mode: PRBS, Dummy PL frame, Carrier ID only
Configurable option to switch off / mute output at startup** Please contact MediaKind for higher symbol rates

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Physical and Power
Dimensions (W x D x H)

440 x 560 x 44mm
(17.2 x 22 x 1.75“ approx.)

Input Voltage

110 VAC / 240 VAC

Power Consumption

550 Watt max

Cooling

Integrated fans

Environmental Condition
Operating Temperature

0°C to 50°C (32° to 122°F)

Storage Temperature-20°C to 65°C (4° to 150°F)

Relative Humidity

5% to 95% (Non-condensing)Compliance
Compliance

CE Marked in accordance with all applicable EU and UKCA Directives

EMC Compliance

EN 55011: 2016 + A11:2020, EN 55032: 2015 + A11:2020, EN IEC 61000-6-4: 2019, EN61000-3-2: 2019, EN 61000-3-3: 2013 + A1:2019, EN 55035:2017 + A11:2020, ETSI EN 300
386 V2.2.1
FCC 47 CFR Part 15 Subpart B, ANSI C63.4:2014, ISED ICES-003 (Issue 7)

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Safety ComplianceEN 62368-1:2014, UL 62368-1, 2nd Edition 2014-12-01, CSA C22.2 No. 62368-1-14 2ndEdition 2014-12-01

RoHS Compliance

EN IEC 63000:2018

REACHREACH Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006© MediaKindMediaKind maintains a policy of product improvement andreserves the right to modify the specification without prior notice.

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