| The ARRIS D5 Universal Edge QAM (UEQ) is a unique class of edge network device that enables delivery of digital video content in a very dense, redundant, modular, and cost-effective package. The D5 solution delivers advanced Edge QAM functionality in support of Digital Broadcast and Video on Demand (VoD) while taking a significant step toward supporting the M-CMTS architecture, including support for DOCSIS Timing Interface (DTI). |
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The ARRIS D5 UEQ allows for deployment of QAM channels in increments of 8, going from 8 to 48 in a single unit. As a result, cable operators can add capacity as needed. The D5 solution can ingest up to 1,488 simultaneous MPEG-2 transport streams, providing unmatched density.
Extensive management and provisioning features are integrated in the D5 solution using a of set of local or remote graphical and command
line tools. A software-only field upgrade achieves Modular Cable Modem Termination System (M-CMTS) compliance for simultaneous delivery
of DOCSIS downstream data and MPEG-2 Digital Video content.
Operators can benefit from reducing the expenses and operational complexity of
using single purpose Edge QAMs when launching advanced multimedia delivery and future high-speed data services with the multi-service ARRIS D5 Universal Edge QAM.
The D5 Edge QAM’s modular architecture and flexible configuration economically speed network transitions to all-digital systems and enable inexpensive set-top boxes, cable
modems and IP Set-Top Boxes to coexist on the same HFC downstream. Operators can start with MPEG-2 or DVB-C digital video today and migrate to IP TV services in the future.
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