© 2016 Harmonic Inc. All rights reserved. 8 ProStream 9100 Release 17.5, Rev A
Chapter 1
ProStream 9100 Overview
This chapter gives an overview of the Harmonic ProStream
9100 platform, providing a
description of its features and the various optional components that can be integrated into the
system.
The ProStream 9100 platform is typically delivered with all cards, components, software, and
licenses installed, according to customer specifications.
NOTE: While information about various cards and modules might include installation instructions,
Harmonic strongly recommends that only trained service representatives install the internal cards and
components.
This chapter includes the following sections:
Platform Description
ProStream 9100 Device Features
ProStream 9100 Physical and Power Specifications
Control Modes
Front Panel
Back Panel
Platform Description
Harmonic ProStream 9100 is a highly integrated MPEG/DVB multiplexer, scrambler, descrambler
and transcoder for multimedia services carried over digital broadcast networks.
The ProStream 9100 conforms to the dynamic requirements of various market segments such as
Telco, Cable, DBS and Broadcasters.
ProStream 9100 receives MPEG streams over Gigabit Ethernet (GbE), DVB-ASI, 8VSB inputs. It
multiplexes, scrambles, transcodes and outputs the content over GbE and/or DVB-ASI ports. It
features a modular, high-density chassis that is furnished with up to 5 IOMs (Input/Output Module)
and up to 4 IPCs (Internal Processing Card) in a single, one-rack-unit (1-RU) chassis. The number
of input and output ports changes according to device configuration.
The modularity of the platform allows easy field replacement of cards, as well as field upgrades of
SW and HW features. Device serviceability is enhanced by:
Dual power supply units.
Swappable modules:
ACE modules
IOM modules
Power supply units
Fan tray
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