[SatNews] Network operators are constantly under pressure to reduce operating costs...

For the first time at IBC 2011, Rohde & Schwarz will showcase the R&S SFC compact modulator and the portable R&S EFL240 and R&S EFL340 TV test receivers. The cost-effective R&S SFC is a universal signal source for testing broadcast receivers and components. It can handle all established analog and digital broadcast standards, including DVB-T2. For the price for a simple modulator, the user gets a high-end signal generator. The R&S SFC has a frequency range up to 3 GHz and offers high signal quality, such as a modulation error ratio (MER) of typically more than 40 dB. Designed for integration into test systems, the energy-efficient R&S SFC requires little space.

The new, favorably priced, R&S EFL240 and R&S EFL340 TV test receivers also feature compact design and easy operation. They enable installation personnel to reliably measure the quality of cable, satellite and terrestrial signals for cable TV systems and in-building distribution systems. The R&S EFL340 even supports DVB-T2. The R&S SFC and the R&S EFL340 ideally expand the Rohde & Schwarz DVB-T2 product portfolio, making it easy for network operators and manufacturers to switch over to the latest digital TV generation. The R&S DVMS and the R&S ETL are additional solutions for DVB-T2 networks.

The R&S DVMS monitoring system provides the entire functionality for monitoring and analyzing DVB-T2 signals. Network operators can use it to monitor both the transmitter and the signal feed via the T2 modulator interface. Depending on the configuration, the R&S ETL TV analyzer combines the functions of a TV, spectrum and MPEG-2 analyzer and a power meter in a single box. As a result, it is the only instrument on the market that can perform all the measurements required for the installation, start-up and maintenance of DVB-T2 networks. Network operators are constantly under pressure to reduce operating costs. This is why Rohde & Schwarz consistently enhances the energy and cost efficiency of its broadcast transmitters. The company's compact transmitters have a small footprint, allowing infrastructure costs to be reduced. Their unique design has a favorable effect on energy consumption. Their innovative redundancy concept ensures high operational reliability. Operation is simple and straightforward, which helps to prevent errors and simplifies operator training. All new products will be showcased during IBC 2011 at the Rohde & Schwarz booth D35 in hall 8.