H-SPARTAN-2 - Unspecified Thor - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Video Encoder / Streaming Device
Brand	Thor
Model	H-SPARTAN-2
Input Interfaces	2x HDMI, 2 x 3G-SDI
Output Interface	1 x RJ45, 1Gbps IP Streaming
Supported Protocols	UDP/RTP (Unicast/Multicast), HLS, RTMP, HTTP
Control	LCD with 6 keys & 1 x RJ45 (Web NMS)
Video Encoding Format	H.264 AVC/HP@L4.0
Video Input Resolution	1080 50/60p, 1080 50/60i, 720 50/60p, 480i, 576i
Video Output Resolution	Up to 1080 30p
Video Bitrate	2 ~ 14 Mbps (HDMI and SDI)
Rate Control	CBR / VBR
Chroma Sampling	4:2:0, 4:2:2
Audio Encoding Format	MPEG-1 Layer 2, AAC
Audio Bitrate	64 ~ 384 Kbps
Audio Sample Rate	44.1 kHz, 48.0 kHz
Management	LCD + Control buttons / Ethernet (Web NMS)
Firmware Upgrade	Via Ethernet (Web NMS)
Power Supply	DC 12V 2A
Dimensions (W x D x H)	220 x 206 x 44 mm
Weight	1000 g
Operating Temperature	5°C - 40°C
Operating Humidity	80% @ 30°C
Default IP Address	192.168.0.168
Default Password	0000
Maintenance & Cleaning	Use a dry soft cloth. Do not use liquids or sprays. Ensure device is powered off before cleaning.
Safety Precautions	Operate within specified temperature and humidity. Avoid exposure to water or excessive dust. Use only the provided power adapter.
Spare Parts & Repairability	Contact Thor support for spare parts or repair. Do not attempt internal repairs yourself.
General Information	For further tech support: 1-800-521-Thor(8467) or [e-mail]

Frequently Asked Questions - H-SPARTAN-2 Thor

How do I access the web management interface of the H-SPARTAN-2?

Connect the device to your local network via the RJ45 port. Set your computer's IP address to a static IP in the same subnet (e.g., 192.168.0.x). Open a web browser and enter the default IP address 192.168.0.168. Log in with the default password 0000.

What are the default IP address and password?

The default IP address is 192.168.0.168 and the default password is 0000. You can change these in the Network and Password pages of the NMS.

How can I switch between HDMI and SDI input sources?

Navigate to the Encoder Setup page in the NMS. Under signal source, choose either HDMI or SDI. The device automatically detects the selected input.

How do I configure streaming protocols like UDP or RTMP?

Go to the Streaming Setup page. You can select up to 2 SPTS or 1 MPTS. For UDP/RTP, choose the appropriate mode (unicast or multicast). Enter the destination IP and port. For RTMP, provide the RTMP URL and stream key.

How do I update the firmware?

Download the latest firmware from the Thor support website. In the NMS, go to the Upgrade page, browse for the firmware file, and click upgrade. Do not power off during the process.

How do I reset the device to factory defaults?

In the NMS, go to the Configuration page and click Factory Reset. The device will reboot with default settings. Alternatively, you can press and hold the reset button on the front panel (if available).

How can I change the login password?

In the NMS, go to the Password page. Enter the current password, then enter the new password twice to confirm. Click apply. The new password will be required for future logins.

What IP address should I assign to my computer to access the device?

You need a static IP address in the same subnet. For example, if the device IP is 192.168.0.168, set your computer to 192.168.0.x (e.g., 192.168.0.20) with subnet mask 255.255.255.0. Do not use .168 to avoid conflict.

How many simultaneous streams can the H-SPARTAN-2 output?

The device can output up to 2 SPTS (Single Program Transport Stream) or 1 MPTS (Multi Program Transport Stream). Each stream can be configured with different protocols or destinations.

How do I save or load device configuration?

In the NMS Configuration page, click Download Config to save settings to a file on your PC. To restore, click Upload Config and select the previously saved file. This is useful for backup or cloning settings.

USER MANUAL H-SPARTAN-2 Thor

Interfaces
Input	2x HDMI, 2 x 3G-SDI
Output	1 x RJ45, 1Gbps IP Streaming, Protocols: UDP/RTP(Unicast/Multicast)/HLS,RTMP, HTTP
Control	LCD with 6 keys & 1 x RJ45 (Web NMS)
Video Encoding
Format	H.264 AVC/HP@L4.0
Resolution	Input: 1080 50/60p, 1080 50/60i, 720 50/60p, 480i, 576i Output: up to 1080 30p
Bitrate	HDMI: 2~14Mbps SDI: 2~14Mbps
Rate Control	CBR/VBR
Chroma Sample	4:2:0, 4:2:2
GOP Structure	IBBP
Audio Encoding
Format	Mpeg1L2, AAC
Bitrate	64 ~ 384Kbps
Sample Rate	44.1KHz, 48.0KHz
System
Management	LCD + Control buttons/Ethernet
Language	English
Upgrade	Ethernet
General
Power Supply	DC 12V 2A
Dimension	220 x 206 x 44mm
Weight	1000g
Environmental For Operating	Temperature: 5°C- 40°C Relative Humidity: 80% @ 30°C

Application Example - Point to Point

graph TD
    A["DVD Player"] -->|HDMI 2| B["Set-Top-Box TV Decoder"]
    B -->|SDI 2| C["IP Camera"]
    C -->|HDMI 1| D["Media Player"]
    D -->|SDI 1| E["Spartan-2"]
    E -->|LAN| F["LAN"]
    F --> G["Set Top Box H-STB-IP"]
    G -->|HDMI OUT| H["Video Player Image"]
    F --> I["Set Top Box H-STB-IP"]
    I -->|HDMI OUT| J["Video Player Image"]
    F --> K["Set Top Box H-STB-IP"]
    K -->|HDMI OUT| L["Video Player Image"]

The device is configured using NMS. Access to the NMS is via the network connection

1. IP Address of Computer Setting

We must choose the static IP address according to the default gateway address. The first three numbers must be the same (192.168.0.x in the example).

System Control> Network Connections> LAN Connection> Properties> Internet Protocol Version 4 TCP/IPv4 > Properties> Use the following IP address:

IP address Computer: 192.168.0.20 and Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0.

2. IP Address of Computer Setting

2.1 Each machine can have different username and password settings.
2.2 Please log in before operation. Default IP is 192.168.0.168; Password: 0000

3. NMS Home Page & Status

Contents of the home page includes: Device Information/Encoder Setup/Streaming Setup/Network/Password/Upgrade/Configuration.

And device's Device Information details are also show on this page. Here you can know the Model Name, Serial Number, Firmware version, Boot Version, Modulator Version, Modulator Mode, MAC Address.

4. Encoder Setup

Use the Setting Setup Page to set the Encoder setup. You can change the program name, or choose the signal source is HDMI or SDI. You can also change the Video Bitrate, Rate Mode, Audio Encoder, Audio Bitrate, PMT PID, Video PID, Audio PID, PCR PID parameters.

5. Streaming Setup

Use the Streaming Setup Page to setup your required streaming method. You can choose up to 2xSPTS or 1xMPTS. You can choose UDP/RTP (unicast and multicast), UDP/RTP is automatic analysis.

6. Network Setup

The Web Management default setting 192.168.0.168.

7. Password

You can modify the user name and password. In the New password field, enter the new password you want to change, also the same password as the new password to confirm.

8. Upgrade

Use the Upgrade page to update system firmware.

9. Configuration

Use the "Factory Reset" to reset configuration to factory default.

Use the "Download Config" to saved device setting configuration setting to PC.

Use the "Upload Config" to upload the file with pre-saved configuration settings to device.

For Further Tech Support

1-800-521-Thor(8467)

[e-mail]