Pace has always been known for reliable, high-quality hardware matched with
our unparalleled customer service, and you can count on us for the best in DISH
Network headends.
Sample SMATV diagram
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What makes a Pace Headend?
Build: Our engineers will custom design each system. Each part is carefully inspected, assembled, and inspected again to ensure top performance.
Burn: Systems are operated under load for 72 hours to ensure proper operation of all electronic
components. This guarantees audio and video clarity and stability in real world environments.
Balance: All modulated channels are set to an equal output value. Audio levels are set at 15 dB below video levels. All channels are calibrated to display consistent brightness and volume.
When the headend meets our exacting standards, the technician completes a Certificate of Calibration and makes initial entry onto included maintenance log. Our headends are shipped in custom made crates along with documentation.
SMATV products used in the diagram:
Tradewind Agile Micro Mini Mod
PAMM
- Double heterodyne conversion
- Automatic band splitting filters for superior carrier to noise ratio
- Supports TV, CATV, frequency and lock function
- FCC frequency offset with automatic setting
- Pre-emphasis defeat switch accessible from side panel for the insertion of composite BTSC stereo signal
- LED readout of channel on front display
Tradewind™ Mini Modulator
PMM
- SAW filtered for superior vestigial side band shaping and harmonic reduction
- Microprocessor controlled frequency setting meet all FCC accuracy and off setting requirement
- Upgrade to stereo with an optional stereo encoder card (PMM-SEC)
- Channel can be reset within its band resetting dip switch and output filter only
- Channels 2-92, listed on the front and rear
Digital ATSC or QAM Demodulator
DAC-860
- ATSC compliant demodulation and FEC decoding in 8VSB modes
- Wide range equalizer eliminates multi-path effects
- Auto scan of programmed channels

Dual Power Inserter for HD
PI-HD
- Range of 15-2150 MHz
- HD compatible
Tradewind™ Agile HD Processor
PAP-860
- For off-air channels
- Microprocessor controlled
- SAW filtered
- Adjacent channel rejection of 60 dB
- Superior low noise
- Sync tip AGC for precise signal regulation
- BTSC stereo signal compatible
- 45.75 MHz IF loop-thru
- Output capability to 860 MHz
- Stand by carrier generator
- Front panel A/V ratio adjust
Tradewind™ 2×8 Port Rack Mounted
Multi Switch
PMSR-208
- Ideal for smaller systems
- Input selected by 14V/18V from satellite receiver employing right and left hand circular polarization
- Power adapter supplies power to LNBs

Tradewind™ 2×16 Port Rack Mounted
Multi Switch
PMSR-216
- Power adaptor supplies power to LNBs
- Input selected by 14/18V from satellite receiver employing right and left hand circular polarization
- Built-in amplifier to compensate for insertion loss
Tradewind™ Passive Combiners
PPC-12G - 12 Port
PPC-24G - 24 Port
- Directional coupler design
- High isolation
- Test point in front panel
- 3 year limited warranty
Broadband Distribution 860 MHz Amplifier
PBIDA-30-860
- Dual push pull hybrid modules
- Inter stage variable gain and slope controls
- Input and output test ports
- Large heat sink for superior heat dissipation
- Aluminum chassis for excellent heat dissipation
- Good for CATV/MATV/SMATV headend signal launching or signal level boosting in signal distribution.
Tradewind™ Rack Mount Chassis
PRC12
- Tradewind Rack Chassis for Mini Mods
- Holds 12 Mini Mods with room for the PPS12 (power supply inserter)
- 3 year limited warranty

SC/APC-FC/APC Jumper
PPS12
- 3 meter jumper






