The Maxiva M2X™ multimedia exciter is a state-of-the-art, software-defined exciter that provides broadcasters with a wide range of benefits and flexibility for their transmission systems. The M2X enables analog broadcasters to transition to digital via a simple software update and DTV broadcasters to recognize the full features and functionality of HDTV, DTV and mobile TV channels. This world-class exciter provides a flawless digital signal with complete technical and regulatory compliance for all digital and analog transmitters. The Maxiva M2X supports a wide range of global digital standards, including ATSC, ATSC MDTV, DVB-T/H, DVB-T2, ISDB-Tb, DAB/DMB, CMMB, CTTB and a range of analog TV standards, including NTSC and PAL. And you can have confidence in your investment knowing that GatesAir digital exciters have logged more hours in real-time broadcast than all others combined.

The Maxiva™ VAX Compact Class family of VHF Band III solid-state transmitters, transposers/translators and gap fillers (formerly Platinum™ VAX Compact Class) builds on the proven foundation of GatesAir low-power systems and PowerSmart® technology. It provides today’s digital broadcaster with a suite of compatible products to accommodate any coverage application, along with unmatched performance, reliability and quality. Designed for digital broadcasting, the Maxiva VAX Compact Class is a platform available as a transmitter for DAB, DAB+ and DMB radio, or as transmitter, transposer or SFN gap filler configurations for DVB-T/H, DVB-T2, ATSC, ATSC-MDTV, ISDB-Tb and analog television networks. The Compact Class is ideal for extending market coverage and filling in coverage gaps in challenging situations, including busy urban areas that require greater building penetration. Maxiva VAX Compact Class covers low-power VHF transmissions in a 2RU chassis design, with rack savings of up to 50 percent compared to previous-generation transmitters of equivalent power levels. This product integrates Maxiva M2X™ exciter technology to enable simple modulation changes and analog-to-digital upgrades, providing broadcasters the highest level of performance and allowing fast setup time with Real Time Adaptive Correction (RTAC™). The shared modulation approach provides a common interface for Platinum users, reducing training requirements. The Maxiva VAX Compact Class provides pre-filter power levels up to 150 W (DAB/DAB+/DMB), 180W (ATSC), 100W (COFDM) or 250W (Analog).VAX Compact Class transposers/translators provide efficient and reliable re-broadcast of the received signal in a small and robust package. The gap filler configuration adds a powerful echo cancellation algorithm to deliver on-channel broadcast. This combination of products enables broadcasters to address any network coverage need.

The Maxiva™ VAX VHF air-cooled transmitter (formerly Platinum™ VAX) delivers the most advanced and proven VHF transmission platform, with exceptional power efficiency, an extended power range and a full operator feature set. These capabilities, along with the VAX transmitter’s flexible configurations and compact design, provide a solid foundation for broadcasters to build their network. The Maxiva VAX incorporates the PowerSmart® solid-state architecture, along with 50-Volt LDMOS amplifier devices and the Maxiva M2X™exciter technology with RTAC™, to provide today’s broadcaster with leading power efficiency and unmatched signal performance. The VAX power amplifiers have a record of proven performance and reliability. This powerful blend of technologies provides best-in-class performance with respect to transmitter size, power efficiency and features. The modular design allows for simpler installation, easier maintenance and reduced total cost of ownership over the life of the transmitters. The VAX is available in very low-power to high-power output, suitable for almost any broadcast application. Designed with future broadcasting needs in mind, the Maxiva VAX transmitter is capable of multiple modulation schemes for band III VHF analog or digital operation — including ATSC, ATSC MDTV, DVB-T/H, DVB T2, ISDB-Tb, DAB/DMB and future digital standards. Upgrading from analog to digital or to newer digital standards is readily accomplished to further extend the capability and life of the transmitter. The Maxiva VAX transmitter is available as standalone units or in single- or dual-cabinet configurations, and has digital power levels up to 12 kW ATSC, 6.4 kW DVB-T/T2, 10 kW DAB/DMB, and analog levels up to 16 kW.

The Maxiva™ VAX with PowerSmart® 3D VHF air-cooled transmitter delivers the highest AC to RF efficiency available today for TV and DAB broadcasters.  Based on the innovative GatesAir VHF transmission platform, the new Maxiva VAX transmitter incorporates ground-breaking technology to deliver unrivaled power efficiency, an extended power range and a full operator feature set. These capabilities, along with flexible system configurations and a very compact design, all add up to save money, time, increase system reliability and provide a solid foundation for broadcasters to build their network.