Description
Next Level CLI 410024-01 Video Compressor Encoder Module 410444-01 DirecTV
The Next Level CLI 410024-01 is a professional video compressor and encoder blade module designed for use in broadcast and satellite headend chassis systems. It incorporates the Video Encoder M1 sub-board (P/N 410444-01) and provides multi-format analog video input, compression, and digital output processing in a single chassis-card form factor. This unit carries a DirecTV Japan identification label, indicating prior deployment in a satellite broadcasting headend environment.
Specifications & What's Included
- Manufacturer: Next Level Communications (CLI)
- Main Board Part Number: 410024-01
- Video Encoder Sub-Board: Video Encoder M1, P/N 410444-01
- Form Factor: Chassis blade/card module (slides into compatible CLI chassis backplane)
- Backplane Interface: Dual high-density card-edge connectors for chassis slot mounting
- Video Input Connectors (input faceplate): BNC — B-Y, R-Y, Y, C/SViD, Y/SViD, Loop Thru, Composite, PAL, Serial D1; DB-25 (serial/data)
- Rear Connectors: 2× DB-25, 2× DB-15 (Monitor, Monitor), Test connector
- Additional Connector: DB-15 on small module at card edge (Image 7)
- Front Panel LED Indicators: Power On, On-Line, Backup, Transmit, Analog, PAL, Normal, Composite, Serial D1, Line Lock, Field Lock, Field Filter, Alarm
- Front Panel Controls: Abort, Reset buttons
- Supported Video Standards: PAL, Composite, Component (Y/B-Y/R-Y), Y/C (S-Video), Serial Digital (D1)
- Asset / Identification Label: DirecTV Japan, barcode J116173
- Unit only — no additional accessories or cables included
Applications
The Next Level CLI 410024-01 Video Compressor is a broadcast-grade encoder module from the generation of chassis-based headend systems used in satellite television infrastructure during the 1990s and early 2000s. Next Level Communications (CLI) supplied modular encoding and multiplexing equipment for direct broadcast satellite (DBS) systems, including DirecTV and international satellite platforms. Modules of this type handled real-time analog-to-digital video conversion, compression (typically MPEG-2), and preparation of encoded video streams for satellite uplink. The multi-format input capability — covering composite, component, Y/C, PAL, and serial digital D1 — allowed headend operators to accept feeds from a wide variety of production and studio sources. The chassis-blade architecture enabled scalable, slot-by-slot expansion of encoding capacity within a single rack-mounted frame. This type of equipment is relevant to broadcast engineers maintaining legacy CLI/Next Level headend systems, satellite facility technicians sourcing spare encoder blades, and collectors or researchers of 1990s-era DBS infrastructure hardware.
This Next Level CLI 410024-01 Video Compressor / Encoder Module (410444-01) has been inspected and is in good used condition. The board and faceplate are clean with no significant damage visible. The front-panel LED indicators and faceplate labels are intact. BNC input connectors and DB-style rear connectors appear undamaged. The Video Encoder M1 sub-board (410444-01) is seated on the main board. A DirecTV Japan asset label is affixed to the front panel faceplate. Normal light handling marks consistent with removal from a chassis are present. Please view our photo set and contact us if you have any questions.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
Next Level Communications (CLI) |
Model: |
410024-01 |
Secondary Model: |
410444-01 |
MPN: |
410024-01 |
SKU: |
41348 |
Type: |
Video Compressor / Encoder Module |
Form Factor: |
Card/Module (Chassis Blade) |
Video Encoder Sub-Board: |
Video Encoder M1, P/N 410444-01 |
Video Standard: |
PAL, Composite, Serial Digital (D1) |
Input Types: |
Composite, Y, B-Y, R-Y, Y/SViD, C/SViD, Loop Thru, PAL, Serial D1 |
Connector Types: |
BNC (video inputs), DB-25, DB-15 (monitor/test/data) |
Front Panel Indicators: |
Power On, On-Line, Backup, Transmit, Analog, PAL, Normal, Composite, Serial D1, Line Lock, Field Lock, Field Filter, Alarm |
Rear Connectors: |
2x DB-25, 2x DB-15 (Monitor x2, Test), DB-25 (data/serial) |
Compatible System: |
DirecTV Japan headend / CLI broadcast chassis |
Application: |
Broadcast video compression, MPEG encoding, satellite headend |
Condition: |
Used – Inspected, Good Condition |
Seller Notes: |
Unit only; no additional accessories included |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
United States |
Condition Notes: |
Next Level CLI 410024-01 Video Compressor Encoder Module has been inspected and is in good used condition. Board, faceplate, BNC and DB connectors appear undamaged. DirecTV Japan asset label on faceplate. Normal handling wear. |
California Prop 65 Warning: |
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and lead compounds, and DEHP (a phthalate), which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Go to P65Warnings.ca.gov |
