Building an IPTV System? Why HEP100-A/A3 Is the Ideal Headend Solution

When planning an IPTV system, choosing the right headend equipment is the most critical decision.
The system must be stable, scalable, protocol-flexible and easy to manage, especially for applications such as hotels, hospitals, residential communities and CATV networks.

The HEP100-A / HEP100-A3 IP Streamer is designed specifically for these requirements, offering a professional all-in-one IPTV headend solution for system integrators and operators.

What Is HEP100-A / HEP100-A3 ?

HEP100-A/A3 is a modular IP Streamer that integrates encoder, IP gateway and IPTV server into a single platform.

Unlike traditional IPTV headends that require multiple separate devices, HEP100-A/A3 simplifies the architecture by combining:

• Signal acquisition

• IP stream processing

• Protocol conversion

• IPTV service management

• This design significantly reduces deployment complexity and total system cost.

Designed for Complete IPTV Systems

For users building an IPTV system from scratch, HEP100-A/A3 covers all key headend functions.

Multiple Input Sources in One Platform

HEP100-A/A3 supports a wide range of signal inputs:

• HDMI inputs via encoder cards

• Satellite, cable and terrestrial signals via DVB-S/S2/S2X, DVB-C, DVB-T/T2 and ISDB-T tuner cards

• External IP streams over SRT, HTTP, UDP, RTP, RTSP and HLS

• TS file playback uploaded directly through Web GUI

This flexibility allows operators to aggregate live TV, local content and external sources into one IPTV system.

Powerful IP Protocol Conversion Capability

Modern IPTV networks often require different delivery protocols depending on terminals and network conditions.

HEP100-A/A3 supports output over:

• SRT

• HTTP (Unicast)

• UDP (SPTS / Multicast)

• RTP / RTSP

• HLS

• RTMP

With built-in IP anti-jitter technology, the system ensures smooth and stable streaming even when receiving external IP sources.

Built-in IPTV Server for Hotels and Hospitals

HEP100-A/A3 is not only an IP streamer, but also a full IPTV server integrated with Catcast IPTV software.

This makes it especially suitable for hotel IPTV systems and hospital TV networks, supporting:

• Live TV and VOD

• Welcome messages and scrolling captions

• Hotel introduction and service pages

• Advertisement videos, pictures and music

• Android TV and STB terminals with Catcast IPTV APK

Operators do not need an additional middleware server, simplifying system design and maintenance.

Modular and Scalable for Different Project Sizes

HEP100-A/A3 is available in two models:

• HEP100-A (1U) – up to 3 pluggable cards

• HEP100-A3 (3U) – up to 6 pluggable cards

Thanks to its modular design, the system can easily scale from:

• Small hotels or clinics

• Medium-sized hospitals

• Large residential communities

• CATV IPTV headends

As the project grows, additional cards can be added without replacing the main chassis.

Professional Management and High Reliability

For 24/7 IPTV operation, reliability and manageability are essential.

HEP100-A/A3 provides:

• Dual Web GUI (Gateway & IPTV Server separated)

• Multi-level user and password control

• LCD panel with key buttons for network status checking

• Optional redundant power supply

• Industrial-grade design for continuous operation

These features make it suitable for long-term commercial IPTV deployments.

Typical IPTV Applications

HEP100-A/A3 is widely used in:

• Hotel IPTV systems

• Hospital IPTV and patient TV systems

• Residential and community IPTV networks

• Campus IPTV systems

• CATV IP headend and protocol conversion centers

Why Choose HEP100-A/A3 for Your IPTV Project?

• All-in-one IPTV headend platform

• Modular and scalable hardware design

• Rich IP protocol support (SRT, HLS, RTMP, UDP)

• Integrated IPTV server and management software

• Reduced system complexity and deployment cost

• Proven solution for hotel and hospital IPTV systems

Conclusion

If you are planning to build a professional IPTV system, the HEP100-A / HEP100-A3 IP Streamer offers everything required in a modern IPTV headend: flexibility, scalability, reliability and ease of management.

It is an ideal choice for system integrators and operators looking for a future-ready IPTV solution.

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