Description
General Instrument 410691-02 Magnitude MPEG Multiplexer 1U Rack 120/230VAC Rev F
The General Instrument 410691-02 is a 1U rackmount MPEG multiplexer from the Magnitude Compression Systems product line, manufactured by General Instrument (GI). It is designed to combine multiple MPEG-2 video and audio transport streams into a single composite output for distribution in broadcast and cable TV headend systems. The unit is revision F and carries UL, CE, GS (TÜV Rheinland), and EMV certifications.
Specifications & What's Included
- Manufacturer: General Instrument / Magnitude Compression Systems Inc.
- Part Number: 410691-02
- Internal Board Part Number: 410594-01 (CLI MUX MPEG2)
- Revision: Rev F
- Signal Standard: MPEG-2 multiplexing
- Form Factor: 1U rackmount
- Power: 120/230VAC, 60Hz, 1.5A (120V) / 0.75A (230V)
- Country of Manufacture: USA
- Front Panel Indicators: Power On, Online, Backup, Reset, Abort, Alarm LEDs
- Front Panel Controls: ADDRESS rotary switch (set to 1), GROUP ID rotary switch (set to 74)
- Rear — Application Bus: 4x DB25 connectors labeled Application Bus 1, 2, 3, 4
- Rear — I/O (DB9): System Sup In, System Sup Out, CAE In, Modem Out, Test, Monitor Out
- Rear — Other: Black Burst In (BNC), Alarm Relay connector, IEC C14 AC inlet with rocker switch
- Certifications: UL Listed 95AT, CE, GS (TÜV Rheinland), EMV/EMC
- FCC: Part 15, Class A
- Unit only — no additional accessories included
Applications
The General Instrument Magnitude series was a widely deployed platform in cable television and broadcast headend facilities during the mid-to-late 1990s. MPEG multiplexers in this family combine individual MPEG-2 encoded program streams — from encoders, satellite receivers, or storage servers — into a single MPEG-2 transport stream (MPTS) for downstream modulation and distribution over cable or broadcast RF infrastructure. The Application Bus ports on the rear connect directly to Magnitude encoders and other GI Magnitude system components, allowing centralized multiplexing within a GI headend rack. The black burst input provides house sync reference, and the modem and supervisory ports support remote monitoring and control typical of professional headend environments. This platform was a core part of GI's digital cable headend solution before the transition to IP-based transport and remains sought after for legacy cable system maintenance and spares.
This General Instrument 410691-02 Magnitude MPEG Multiplexer has been inspected and is in good used condition. It was pulled from a working environment where it was actively in use. The chassis shows light surface wear consistent with rack-mount service use; the front panel LEDs, address switch, and Group ID switch are intact and the labeling is clear and legible. The rear Application Bus ports, DB9 connectors, and IEC power inlet all appear undamaged. The bottom label is clean and fully readable, confirming part number 410691-02, Rev F, and Made in USA. Please view our photo set and contact us if you have any questions. Please note: We have multiple units in stock — yours may not be the one shown in the photos, however, it will be similar in condition and function.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
General Instrument |
Model: |
410691-02 |
MPN: |
410691-02 |
Secondary Model: |
410594-01 |
SKU: |
39794 |
Type: |
MPEG Multiplexer |
Product Line: |
Magnitude Compression Systems |
Revision: |
Rev F |
Form Factor: |
1U Rackmount |
Power Requirements: |
120/230VAC, 60Hz, 1.5/0.75A |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
United States |
Application Bus Ports: |
4x Application Bus (DB25) — Application Bus 1–4 |
Rear Connectors: |
System Sup In/Out, CAE In, Modem Out, Test, Monitor Out, Black Burst In, Alarm Relay |
Front Panel Indicators: |
Power On, Online, Backup, Reset, Abort, Alarm LEDs |
Front Panel Controls: |
Address switch, Group ID switch |
Signal Standard: |
MPEG-2 |
Application: |
Broadcast / Cable TV Headend MPEG Stream Multiplexing |
Certifications: |
UL Listed 95AT, CE, GS (TÜV Rheinland), EMV |
FCC Compliance: |
FCC Part 15, Class A |
Condition: |
Used – Pulled from Working Environment |
Seller Notes: |
Unit only; no additional accessories included. |
Condition Notes: |
General Instrument 410691-02 Magnitude MPEG Multiplexer. Inspected, in good used condition. Pulled from a working environment. Light surface wear on chassis. All ports and front panel controls appear intact. |