The Evertz 3480DEC6-MP2HD-ASI6 is a high-density, professional MPEG-2 HD decoder module designed for broadcast and cable headend applications. Its primary function is to receive and decode multiple streams of MPEG-2 compressed high-definition video that are transported via the ASI (Asynchronous Serial Interface) protocol. The module takes in six independent ASI transport streams, decodes the MPEG-2 video and audio elementary streams within each, and outputs the resulting uncompressed high-definition serial digital video (HD-SDI) along with associated audio. This is a critical process in broadcast facilities for ingesting satellite feeds, network contributions, or stored content that arrives in a compressed format, converting it back to baseband SDI for further processing, monitoring, playout, or archiving.

Engineered for reliability and space efficiency in 24/7 operations, this decoder is a high-density solution, packing six full decoders into a single module. This maximizes the processing capability within a limited rack space, which is essential for large playout centers, network hubs, and cable headends that manage hundreds of channels. The module features robust signal processing to handle variable bitrate (VBR) and constant bitrate (CBR) streams, and it provides essential outputs such as HD-SDI video and embedded audio. It integrates seamlessly into Evertz's modular chassis ecosystems (like the 3480 series), allowing for remote control, monitoring, and configuration via network management software, and benefits from the chassis' redundant power and cooling.

As a core component of modern broadcast infrastructure, the 3480DEC6-MP2HD-ASI6 enables efficient and reliable multi-channel decoding. It supports the transition from compressed transport streams to the uncompressed baseband domain required for high-quality production, master control switching, and quality assurance. Its high-density design makes it an economical and scalable choice for broadcasters expanding their channel counts or upgrading their decoding capabilities.