The Sencore MRD 3187A is a professional modular receiver decoder (IRD) from the Atlas series, designed for broadcast, cable, satellite, and telecom video distribution environments. It supports multi-format decoding of MPEG-2 and MPEG-4 video streams and is widely used in contribution, distribution, and monitoring applications across broadcast networks.
The MRD 3187A features a highly flexible modular architecture with multiple input/output slots, allowing customization for various signal types including ASI, IP, QAM, 8VSB, and satellite inputs. It is commonly deployed in headends, network operation centers, and content distribution systems where reliable decoding and signal processing are critical.
Key Features
Manufacturer: Sencore
Part Number: MRD 3187A
Product Type: Modular Receiver Decoder (IRD)
Series: Atlas MRD
Video Support: MPEG-2 / MPEG-4 (4:2:0 / 4:2:2 SD/HD)
Architecture: Modular with multiple I/O slots
Application: Broadcast, cable, satellite, IPTV, telecom networks
Management: Remote monitoring via SNMP / web interface
Technical Specifications
Decoding Formats: MPEG-2 and MPEG-4 SD/HD video
Input Options: ASI, IP (MPEG over IP), QAM, 8VSB, DVB-S/S2 (via modules)
Output Options: SDI, ASI, IP, analog video/audio (module dependent)
Slot Configuration: Up to 8 modular I/O slots (configurable as dual 4-slot systems)
Control Interface: Web GUI and SNMP management
System Type: Professional broadcast IRD
Deployment: Headend systems, contribution links, distribution networks
Usage: Signal decoding, monitoring, and content distribution
Upgrade Path: Field-replaceable modules and software upgrades
Series Evolution: Predecessor to MRD 3187B with expanded features
