Cisco Headend System Release 2.5 User Guide
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Setting Up the TSBroadcaster
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Configure the DNCS for the TSBroadcaster, Continued
12. Click Create Port. The Port Number Prompt window opens.
13. In the Port Number field, type the number that identifies the output port on
13. In the Port Number field, type the number that identifies the output port on
this MPEG source that is physically connected to the input port on the
associated program QAM, MQAM, or GQAM modulator. Start with the first
available port number.
14. In the Transport Stream ID field, type the number that identifies the
transport stream going from this MPEG source to the associated program
QAM, MQAM, or GQAM modulator.
Important: You will need this number when you set up the QAM, MQAM, or
Important: You will need this number when you set up the QAM, MQAM, or
GQAM modulator.
15. Click the Transport Protocol arrow and select ASI for the type of output card
that is installed in this MPEG source.
16. Click OK.
The system saves this information in the DNCS database and closes the Port
Number Prompt window. The Connectivity tab updates with the new port
and transport stream information. The Modify Port and Delete Port options
become available.
Note: When you set up the associated program QAM, MQAM, or GQAM
Note: When you set up the associated program QAM, MQAM, or GQAM
modulator, the system will automatically complete the Connect To fields on
this window.
17. Click Apply.
Result: The system saves the MPEG source information in the DNCS
database and updates the Connectivity illustration to include the new port
information.
18. Click Save.
Result: The system saves the MPEG source information in the DNCS
database and closes the Set Up MPEG Source window. The MPEG Source List
window updates to include the new MPEG source.
19. The next step is to Configure an MQAM for the TSBroadcaster. Go to
Configure an MQAM for the TSBroadcaster, next in this section.