The Cisco® Digital Transport Adapter (DTA) 170HD is a flexible solution that allows cable operators to transition to an all-digital network. This device, with its High Definition (HD) and Standard Definition (SD) capability and PowerKEY® Conditional Access, allows service providers to reclaim bandwidth for IP network transitions and expand HD offerings to all subscribers.
The DTA 170HD has earned the ENERGY STAR®1.
Figure 1. DTA 170HD
Features
• High Definition and Standard Definition MPEG-4 and MPEG-2 Decode
• Digital-only QAM tuning up to 1 GHz
• HDMI™ and Channel 3/4 NTSC output
• Simple user interface for parental control, closed-caption, language, and output format
• PowerKEY Conditional Access mode provides digital security using an RSA encryption for operation with new or existing Cisco Digital Network Controller Systems (DNCS)2
– Offer high-value linear content, including HD Premium channels
– Competitive channel packages `right-sized' to market needs
– Controlled using conventional Cisco DNCS methodology
• OPTIONAL: Universal DTA (uDTA) mode provides control and content protection for Basic or
Extended Basic channels in networks supporting uDTAs 3,4
• Small form factor for unobtrusive placement
• OPTIONAL: Easy-to-use DTA remote control
– Controls DTA and TV Power On/Off, Volume Up/Down and mute
• OPTIONAL: Subscribed Channels List for easy channel identification and selection
• OPTIONAL: Accessories Pack includes 2-Function IR Remote Control, Hook & Loop mounting squares, 6 ft HDMI Cable, 5 ft Coax RF Cable, and 3 ft IR Extender cable
Figure 2. DTA 170HD Front Panel
Table 1. Front Panel Features
Feature
Description
Controls
IR receiver lens (57 kHz, SA Protocol)
Indicators
Red/Green single LED, indicates standby/on power state, indicates remote command received, indicates service feedback
Color
Black finish, Black Lens, White Text
Branding
Cisco, DTA 170HD
Labels
Power
Figure 3. DTA 170HD Back Panel
Table 2. Back Panel Features
Feature
Description
Connections In
Cable In F- Connector, IR Extender Port
Connections Out
HDMI, TV Out F-Connector
Output Resolutions
HDMI: 1920 x 1080i 60 Hz, 1280 x 720p 60 Hz, 720 x 480i 60 Hz, 720 x 480p 60 Hz
TV-Out: NTSC Channel 3/4, up to 720 x 480i 60 Hz
Output Control
Channel, Aspect Ratio-stretch 4:3 to wide, Aspect Ratio-zoom 16:9 to center 4:3, Second/Multiple Audio, BTSC, Audio Language, Closed Caption Rendering, Parental Control by rating and channels
QPSK out-of-band (OOB) 70-130 MHz, Forward Data Channel, SCTE 55-2
MoCA™ tuning immunity, 5 V/m immunity
Video Decoders
MPEG-4 (H.264) up to HP@L4.0 (HD), MPEG-2 up to MP@HL (HD), 1920 x 1080i 60 Hz, 1920 x 1080p 30 Hz, 1920 x 1080p 24 Hz, 1280 x 720p 60 Hz, 720 x 480p 60 Hz, 720 x 480i 60 Hz
PowerKEY Conditional Access2, RSA Encryption, uDTA content protection3, 4, Internal Secure Processor, Hardware Assist to CA, Tamper Resistant Package, HDCP on HDMI, CGMS-A on Channel 3/4 Out
Memory/Storage
RAM
128 MB
Flash
8 MB
Processors
CPU
Minimum 500 DMIPs CPU
Graphics
On-screen display graphics plane, advanced 2d graphics accelerator, English UI, Spanish UI, French UI
Packaging
Package
Cartons from at least 70% recycled craft, Cushioning from 100% recycled craft, Unit bag from recyclable polyethylene, Pallet from recyclable composite or wood, 1 unit per carton, 16 cartons per multi-unit carton, 512 cartons (32 multi-unit cartons) per pallet
Package Label
Cisco brand, DTA Model, DTA Part Number, DTA Serial Number, Build Date, Hardware Version
Dimensions
Product (WxHxD)
4.5 in. x 1 in. x 3.5 in. (114 mm x 26 mm x 89 mm), excluding connections
Product Weight
0.35 lbs (0.16 kg)
Unit Carton (WxHxD)
9.6 in. x 2.8 in. x 8.3 in. (243 mm x 72 mm x 210 mm)
Unit Total Weight
1.7 lbs (0.75 kg)
Multi-unit Carton
16 units
Multi-unit Carton (WxHxD)
24.1 in. x 9.7 in. x 20.1 in. (611 mm x 246 mm x 510 mm)
Multi-unit Total Weight
37 lbs (16.8 kg)
Pallet Units
512 units (32 Multi-unit Cartons)
Pallet Total (WxHxD)
48 in. x 78 in. x 40 in. (1222 mm x 2088 mm x 1020 mm)
Pallet Total Weight
Approximately 1220 lbs (555 kg)
Figure 5. DTA 170HD with IR Accessory Kit in Self-Install Kit
Environment Specifications
Placement
Locate with at least 2 inches of open space above and on each side
Operating Temperature
32° to 104°F (0° to 40°C) during operation
Storage Temperature
-10° to 130°F (-20° to 55°C) during storage
Power Dissipation
5 W average, ENERGY STAR (version 3, 2011)
Ordering Information
Table 4. Ordering Information
Model
Description
Part Number
Set-Top Only
DTA 170HD w/IR Accessory Kit
DTA 170HD, HD pk/uDTA, IR Accy Kit (multiples = 16)
Channel 3/4 out, HDMI out, IR-57 kHz remote control interface, uDTA/PowerKEY CA, Power Supply, and Accessory Kit IR-57 (HDA-IR2 Remote Control, Attach Squares, IR-57 Extender Cable 3 ft, RF Coax Cable 5 ft, and HDMI Cable 6 ft)
4040184 (see Note 4)
Table 5. Accessories
Optional & Replacement Components
Description
Part Number
HDA-IR2 DTA Remote Control (multiples = 200)
57 kHz IR, SA Protocol, two-function with TV power, volume, and mute, includes batteries
Keys: DTA Power, TV Power, Info, 0-9 Digits, Last, Menu, Enter, Exit, Channel +/-, Right/Left, Page +/-, Volume +/-, Mute, Program
1011698
IR-57 Extender Cable, 3.5 mm Connector, 3 ft (1 m) (multiples = 200)
4031907
Coax Cable, F-Connector, 5 ft (1.5m) (multiples = 200)
1009733
HDMI Cable, Type A-Male Connector, 6 ft (1.8m) (multiples = 200)
1011540
Power Supply, External, 5 V/7.5 W, DTA-HD (multiples = 200)
4040095
Accessory Kit, DTA-HD, IR-57
(multiples = 16)
(for redeploying churn HD DTAs)
Carton w/Scan Window
HDA-IR2 DTA remote and batteries
IR-57 Extender Cable
Coax Cable
HDMI Cable
Power Supply
Attach Squares
1011721
Software
Part Number
HDA 2.5 Software (bundle of 16 unit licenses) for pkDTA mode
4042991 (see Note 2)
SP SAS SV - 1 yr Support, Software, HDA 2.5 (bundle of 16)
SP-SAS-4042991
HDA 2.0 Software (bundle of 16 unit licenses) for uDTA mode
N/A
SP SAS SV - 1 yr Support, Software, HDA 2.0 (bundle of 16)
N/A
Notes:
1. Set-top boxes that earn the ENERGY STAR reduce greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy. ENERGY STAR is a registered mark owned by the U.S. government.
2. Compatible with Cisco's Digital Network Controller Systems (DNCS) using System Information (SI) formatted per SCTE 65 delivered out-of-band that is typically used in North America. Not compatible with Cisco's DNCS using SI formatted per DVB.
3. Digital Transport Adapter Control System (DTACS) required in Cisco Controller networks or equivalent in non-Cisco Controller networks.
4. uDTA mode operation on compatible hardware requires capable software. Products with uDTA hardware or software compatibility limited to USA-only.
AVC Video License
With respect to each AVC/H.264 product, we are obligated to provide the following notice:
THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL USE OF A CONSUMER OR OTHER USES IN WHICH IT DOES NOT RECEIVE REMUNERATION TO (i) ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC STANDARD ("AVC VIDEO") AND/OR (ii) DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE AVC VIDEO. NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C. SEE HTTP://WWW.MPEGLA.COM.
Accordingly, please be advised that service providers, content providers, and broadcasters may be required to obtain a separate use license from MPEG LA prior to any use of AVC/H.264 encoders and/or decoders.
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