Data Sheet

Cisco D9800 Network Transport Receiver

Product Overview
The Cisco® D9800 Network Transport Receiver (Figure 1) is the most versatile receiver designed offering hardware
configurability and Over The Air (OTA) licensing that allows content providers to customize the product to support
the gamut of their applications. Designed to support High-Efficiency Video Coding (HEVC) and Ultrahigh-Definition
(UHD) delivery over satellite and IP terrestrial content distribution networks requiring Digital Video Broadcasting -
Satellite (DVB-S), Digital Video Broadcasting - Satellite - Second Generation (DVB-S2), and IP reception
capabilities, it future proofs the next network expansion. The D9800 chassis is available in a single stream variant
for decoding to baseband digital or analog video and multi-stream variant for bulk decryption and high density
transcoding applications.

The single stream variant focuses on single service video decode applications. The integrated video decoder can
decode an MPEG-2, Advanced Video Coding (AVC), or HEVC video-encoded service and output the Serial Digital
Interface (SDI) or composite uncompressed video. The D9800 is capable of outputting simultaneous High-
Definition (HD) and down-converted Standard Definition (SD).

The multi-stream chassis is targeted towards applications that require decryption and/or transcoding on multiple
video services within a transport stream or multiple transport streams. The optional satellite front end has four
demodulators for sourcing content across transponders. The multi-stream chassis can decrypt up to 32 PowerVu
services and transcode up to 16 services of AVC to MPEG-2 making it ideal for content providers carrying a high
number of channels. The optional high density HEVC card adds the ability to transcode from an HEVC encoded
source.

For content providers exploring migration from satellite distribution to IP, the D9800 offers several options that
enable content providers a path to a graceful migration. MPEGoIP is available for leased line fixed bandwidth
applications as well as Adaptive Bit Rate (ABR) and Zixi for transmission over the Content Delivery Networks
(CDN). For these use cases, the outputs of the receiver remain transparent so any output application can be
served with these new input sources.

Figure 1. Cisco D9800 Network Transport Receiver

Digital Program Distribution

The Cisco D9800 Network Transport Receiver offers Asynchronous Serial Interface (ASI) transport output and
MPEGoIP output (HW option). These outputs provide a decrypted program for digital distribution when a codec or
bitrate change is not needed. This capability provides the original compressed video programs on the outputs.

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 Digital Program Mapping
Digital program mapping allows programmers to “transparently” substitute programs at the uplink. It maintains
predictable and compliant transport output during service replacement, Network Information Table (NIT) retuning,
and channel changes, including forced tuning. This feature remaps the Packet Identifier (PID) information from the
primary service to an alternate service, allowing downstream devices to continue to operate without headend
operator intervention. This helps ensure availability of alternate programming in the digital tier.

Digital Advertisement Insertion

Digital Program Insertion (DPI) information is available along with the video and audio PIDs for external
advertisement insertion in compressed digital format.

Digital Baseband Outputs

The single stream Cisco D9800 Network Transport Receiver is capable of decoding MPEG-2, AVC (if licensed),
and HEVC (if licensed) compressed video content and outputting SDI baseband digital video. The decoder will
decode any input resolution compliant with the codec standard that is licensed to decode. The SDI and composite
outputs will automatically downscale based on the output resolution that the unit is licensed for up to 1080p60. Two
SDI ports can be configured mirrored for redundancy or one native and one down-converted from the same input
source

Digital Transport Stream Outputs

The multi-stream Cisco D9800 Network Transport Receiver is capable receiving up to 400 Mbps input aggregately
and can transcode up to 16 video services. The aggregate output bit rate is 800 Mbps in order to accommodate
more than one application per video service. For example, content providers can use the D9800 to decrypt 16
services and output the native and transcoded service for each of the input services on one aggregated TS output
via MPEGoIP. The full functional multiplex allows for almost limitless applications of services on the digital
transport outputs for ASI and MPEGoIP.

Common Features
● Four independent RF inputs with licensable independent tuner/demodulators
● Forward Error Correction (FEC) based on SMPTE 2022 for MPEGoIP input and output
● DVB-S Quaternary Phase Shift Keying (QPSK) demodulation
● Licensable DVB-S2 QPSK and eight-phase shift keying (8PSK)
● Licenseable DVB-S2 Extensions support
● Cisco PowerVu® conditional access with Data Encryption Standard (DES) or DVB descrambling
● Optional DVB-CI support for CAM-based conditional access
● Aspect ratio conversion (4:3, 16:9, 14:9) with Active Format Descriptor (AFD) control for SD programs
● AFD support for down-conversion of HD programs with aspect ratio conversion
● Fingerprint-triggered output to identify piracy sources
● Field-upgradeable software
● Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) for setup, control, and monitoring
● Front panel Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) for control and monitoring
● Web browser interface for easy setup, control, and monitoring

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 ● Digital program mapping providing uplink control for service replacements in blackout areas
● Cisco Live Event Controller support
● Satellite disaster recovery support with Cisco PowerVu Network Center uplink control
(Release 12.5 or later)
● Onscreen display support on transcoded or baseband output

Single Stream Decoding Specific Features

● User-configurable redundant ASI, SDI, or HD-SDI outputs
● SDI, HD-SDI, or 3G-SDI video output with embedded audio
● 4:2:0 10-bit HEVC decoding up to UHD resolutions
● 4:2:0 AVC decoding up to 1080p60
● 4:2:0 MPEG-2 decoding up to 1080p60
● New H/W with up to 180 Mbps throughput/bandwidth
● MPEGoIP input with redundancy (1 MPTS or 1 SPTS)
● MPEGoIP output with redundancy (1 MPTS or 16 SPTS)
● Closed captioning support for EIA-608 and EIA-708
● MPEG and Dolby Digital audio decoding
● DVB or Imitext subtitling
● Four or eight audio outputs providing either two or four stereo pairs of balanced audio, each with the ability
to use part of the output for applications such as Second Audio Program (SAP), cue tones, and so on
● Uplink-addressable decoder output control, including Vertical Blanking Interval (VBI) data, audio routing,
DPI, and ASI output
● DVB-VBI and SCTE-127 support
● Dual-Tone Multi-Frequency (DTMF) cue tone and cue trigger outputs for advertisement insertion
● HDMI monitoring port (controllable over PNC)

Multi-Stream Specific Features

● Optional 8 or 16 channels of AVC to MPEG-2 transcoding
● HEVC to MPEG-2 transcoding supported in specific HW configurations
● 400 Mbps aggregate input and 800 Mbps aggregate output for using content sources for multiple purposes
● Decrypt up to 32 services of PVu content
● User defined TS multiplex on physical output ports (IP or ASI)
● MPEGoIP interface standard
● Select services across transponders with 4 tuner

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 Specifications
Table 1, Table 2, and Table 3 provide product specifications for the Cisco D9800 Network Transport Receiver.

Table 1. Common product specifications

Feature Description
System
Standards MPEG-2 and DVB compatible
EN 300 421, EN 300 468
Demodulation DVB-S QPSK, DVB-S2/S2X QPSK, 8PSK, and 16 APSK (with relavent licenses)
Tuner RF Inputs
Number of RF inputs 4 (default 1 active at a time, or can be licensed as individual tuners)
Input level –25 to –65 dBm per carrier
Frequency range 950 to 2150 MHz
Symbol rate range ● DVB-S:
◦ 1.0 to 60 MS/s
● DVB-S2:
◦ 1.0 to 45 MS/s
Input return loss ≥ 18 dB (950–2150 MHz)
Port-to-port isolation ≥ 65 dB (70 dB typical) (950–2150 MHz)
Input impedance 75 ohm

ASI Input
MPEG-2 transport input EN50083-9, DVB-ASI coaxial, 188/204-byte packets
MPEGoIP Output (Single stream optional, Multi-stream standard)

Physical RJ-45
Ethernet 100BASE-T Ethernet and 1000BASE-T Ethernet
Output modes UDP raw, RTP, FEC

FEC FEC based on SMPTE 2022

Rates Up to 200 Mbps
Ethernet Output for MPE Data

Connector RJ-45, 100/1000BaseT

Rates Up to 10 Mbps
Conditional Access

Cisco PowerVu conditional DES or DVB

access
DVB descrambling BISS mode1/E

DVB-CI
Interface 2 CI slots: EN 50221
CA method Multicrypt, simulcrypt

Alarm Output
Programmable relay output Alarm or configurable to one of the 8 open collector outputs
Cue Tone Output
Balanced audio output –3.0 dBu ±3 dB, 600 ohms
Output impedance < 50 ohms
Cue Trigger Outputs
Number of outputs 8

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 Feature Description

Type Open collector

Environmental Specifications
Operating temperature 0–50°C (32–122°F)
Storage –20–70°C (–4–158°F)
Chassis Mechanical Specifications
Height 1.72 in. (4.37 cm) 1RU high, 19 in. EIA rack mountable
Width 17.35 in. (44.07 cm)
Depth 20.25 in. (51.44 cm)
Weight 15 lbs (6.8 kg) for single stream chassis, 22 lbs (10 kg) for multi-stream chassis (approx.).
Power
Voltage range 100V to 240 VAC

Line frequency 50/60 Hz

Power consumption 70W typical for single stream chassis, 82W typical for multi-stream chassis (without LNB)
LNB power on satellite input +13V or +18V at 400 mA maximum

Table 2. Single stream and decoder specific product specifications

Feature Description

Analog SD Video Output

Number of channels 1
Video decompression type MPEG-2 4:2:0 and MPEG-4 AVC 4:2:0

Video standard NTSC and PAL B/G/I/D/M/N

Maximum video resolution 720x480 and 576 video output
Analog Audio Output

Number of channels 2 stereo pairs or 4 mono channels and 5.1 channel down-mix
4 stereo pairs or 8 mono channels (with license)
Audio decompression MPEG, Dolby Digital (AC-3), HE-AAC, and Dolby Digital Plus

Output level Balanced output is adjustable at the front panel by ±6.0 dB (ref. 100 kilo ohms) and is factory calibrated to +18
dBu (at full scale). Recommended 600 ohm operation adjustment range is –6 dB to +4dB. +17 dBu (ref. 600
ohms) at full scale

Frequency response ±0.5 dB, 20 Hz to 20 kHz (ref. 100 kilohms)

Total harmonic distortion < 0.3% at 1 kHz (ref. 100 kilohms)
Dynamic range 85 dB (CCIR average response meter [ARM] weighting)

Crosstalk –110 dB at 1 kHz (typical)

Digital SDI-HD Video Output (Optional)
Number of channels 1

User-selectable output ports 2 (mirrored or optional simultaneous SD/HD output)

Output type BNC
Output format 3G-SDI/1080p60, SMPTE-424M (license option)
HD-SDI/720p/1080i, SMPTE-292M (license option)
SDI480, SMPTE-259M
Embedded audio 2 audio programs (license option for 4), PCM or pass-through
2 digital audio outputs (license option for 4) (1 stereo channel each)
BNC, AES-3id (HW limited to 2), SMPTE 276M

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 Feature Description

Aspect Ratio
Display aspect ratios 4:3, 16:9
Aspect ratio conversions for 4:3: 16:9 letterbox, 14:9 letterbox, center cutout
down-conversion 16:9: center cutout
Aspect ratio conversions for 4:3: 16:9 letterbox, 14:9 letterbox, center cutout, none
SD programs 16:9: Scale to 16:9
VBI
NTSC ● Lines 10 to 22, fields 1 and 2
● Line 21 closed captions
● NABTS
● AMOL I and II (Neilsen)
● VITC
● WSS

PAL ● Lines 7 to 22, fields 1 and 2

● WST
● WSS
● VPS
● VITC

Table 3. Multi-Stream and Transcoder Specific Product Specifications

Feature Description
HD Video Output
Compression format MPEG-2

Vertical resolutions Same as input

Horizontal resolutions 1080i:1920, 1080i:1440, 720p:1280, 720p:960
Output bitrate 10 Mbps to 25 Mbps

SD Video Output
Compression format MPEG-2
Vertical resolutions Same as input

Horizontal resolutions 720/704/544/528

Output bitrate 2 Mbps to 15 Mbps
SD output aspect ratios 4:3, 16:9
Aspect ratio conversions Auto, auto AFD, 16:9 letterbox, 4:3 pillarbox, 14:9, 4:3 center cut, 16:9 scale
Decryption and transcoding
Transcode density Up to 16 AVC or up to 12 HEVC (depending on hardware configuration and licensing)

Decrypt density Up to 32 services of PVu

Bit Rates Up to 400 Mbps aggregate input and 800 Mbps aggregate output (individual physical input limitations and
decrypt limitations apply)

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 Figure 2 shows the rear view of the Cisco D9800 Network Transport Receiver single stream configuration and
multi-stream.

Figure 2. Cisco D9800 Network Transport Receiver

Ordering Information
To place an order, visit the Cisco Ordering page. To download software, visit the Cisco Software Center. Table 4
provides ordering information.

Table 4. Ordering Information

Cisco D9800 Single Stream Base HW Chassis Part Number

1RU D9800 Base Chassis with ASI Input/Output D9800-SS-BASIC
1RU D9800 Base Chassis with ASI and MPEGOIP Input/Output D9800-SS-MPEGOIP

Cisco D9800 Single Stream Base Decoder Options Part Number

D9800 Analog Video and Audio Output Decoder D9800-ANALOG
D9800 Digital Video and Audio Output Decoder D9800-3G-SDI

Cisco D9800 Common Hardware Options Part Number

Four Port Satellite Input Card D9800-SAT-GEN1
Four Port Satellite Input Card with S2 Extensions Upgradeability D9800-SAT-GEN2

DVB Common Interface Module for 2 CAMs D9800-DVB-CI

Cisco D9800 Single Stream Software License Options Part Number
AVC Video Decoding License L-D9800-DEC-AVC
HEVC Video Decoding License (must have L-D9800-DEC-AVC) L-D9800-DEC-HEVC
Standard HD (up to 720p, 1080i) Output License (must have D9800-3G-SDI HW) L-D9800-VR-HD
Advanced HD (up to 1080p) Output License (must have D9800-3G-SDI HW and L-D9800-VR-HD) L-D9800-VR-3G
rd th
Enable 3 and 4 Audio License (must have D9800-3G-SDI HW) L-D9800-AUD-ADV
Enables adaptive bit rate sources as an input L-D9800-ABR2TS
Enables Zixi sources as an input L-D9800-ZIXI
Bundle license for ABR2TS and Zixi L-D9800-IPBUNDLE
Cisco D9800 Common Software License Options Part Number
Upgrade to DVB-S2 Demodulation License (must have D9800-SAT-GEN1 or D9800-SAT-GEN2 HW) L-D9800-SAT-S2
Add an extra Tuner/Demodulator License (must have D9800-SAT- or D9800-SAT-GEN2 GEN1 HW) L-D9800-SAT-DEMOD
DVB-S2-16/32APSK Enablement License (must have D9800-SAT- or D9800-SAT-GEN2 GEN1 HW) L-D9800-SAT-APSK
DVB-S2X Enablement License (must have D9800-SAT- or D9800-SAT-GEN2 GEN1 HW) L-D9800-SAT-S2X

Cisco D9800 Multi-Stream Base HW Chassis Part Number

1RU D9800 Base Chassis with ASI and MPEGOIP Input/Output D9800-MS-MPEGOIP

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 Cisco D9800 Multi-Stream Transcoder HW Options Part Number
AVC to MPEG-2 8 Channel Transcode Card D9800-TXB
HEVC Decoder Front End Card (for HEVC input transcoding) D9800-HEVC-DEC
Cisco D9800 Multi-Stream Software License Options Part Number
Add an SD Output Transcoding Channel to a D9800-TXB L-D9800-SD-TX
Add an HD Output Transcoding Channel to a D9800-TXB L-D9800-HD-TX
Upgrade an SD to an HD Transcoding Channel to a D9800-TXB L-D9800-HD-UPGR-TX
PVu Bulk Decryption License (up to 32 services decrypt exceed transcoding channels) L-D9800-PVU-DCRYPT
DVB Bulk Decryption License (up to 32 services or limited by CAM) L-D9800-DVB-DCRYPT
Enables an additional 6 IP input sources (2 standard) L-D9800-IP-TS-6PK
Enables an additional 30 IP input sources (2 standard) L-D9800-IP-TS-6PK

Table 5 provides ordering information for country-specific power cords.

Table 5. Ordering Information: Country-Specific Power Cords

Power Cord Description Part Number

North American Power Cord (US, IEC, 10AMP, 2.5m) CAB-PWR-DMN-US

Japan Power Cord CAB-PWR-DMN-JPN

China Power Cord (IEC) CAB-PWR-DMN-CHN

Australia Power Cord CAB-PWR-DMN-AUS

Italy Power Cord CAB-PWR-DMN-IT
European Power Cord (EU) CAB-PWR-DMN-EU

Brazil Power Cord CAB-PWR-DMN-BRA

India Power Cord CAB-PWR-DMN-IND
Argentina Power Cord CAB-PWR-DMN-ARG
UK Power Cord (IEC, 10AMP, 2.5m) CAB-PWR-DMN-UK

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