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Contemporary Research has been a leading manufacturer of video distribution and display control solutions for over 25 years.

15/05/2026

The 232-ATSC 4K HDTV Tuner, the 5th-generation ATSC HDTV tuner from Contemporary Research, adds new capabilities to the industry-standard 232-ATSC series. New features include tuning H.264 programs up to 1080p, output scaling up to 4K, and IPTV streaming output via Ethernet port. The new tuner is fully compatible with control commands for previous models.

The integrator-friendly HDTV tuner is controllable with 2-way RS-232, IP Telnet and UDP, as well as wireless and wired IR commands. An onboard Web page enables remote configuration, control, and monitoring.

A full-featured, commercial grade HDTV tuner, the 232-ATSC 4K can receive both digital MPEG-2/H.264 and analog channels, in ATSC, clear QAM, and NTSC formats. Using an optional RF-AB switch, the tuner can switch between antenna and cable feeds.

Best of all, our free CR Toolbox Windows app can find all the tuners on the network. Then click each unit in the list to set up channels and features, access the onboard web page for control and testing, and install new firmware.

To learn more info click here: https://www.contemporaryresearch.com/products/232-atsc-4k-hdtv-tuner/

For more information, contact us at [email protected].

07/05/2026

In the pandemic, companies reduced office space as remote workers expanded. Then the companies wanted the people back – the now-smaller space. Staff left their comfy, quiet home offices to sharing space with others at folding tables, and hot-desking. More people sharing less space, reducing privacy while increasing noise and distractions. Sure, you have headphones (joy), but others can listen with a button click. Call centers and other business have the same issue.

One solution is reducing ambient noise with the Contemporary Research SMG-40 Sound Masking Generator. The SMG emits a low-level background hiss, which your brain cancels out – also reducing the office noise as well. As a result, workers don’t need headphones full-time, and makes conversation more private.

The SMG-40 is easy to integrate. Any kind of speaker can be used, from 4/8 Ohm, 25V speakers or Cambridge Qt Emitter RJ45 connections. Masking audio level, bass and treble can be tweaked. Music or announcement audio can be mixed, and output can be turned off with a contact closure.

To learn more info click here: https://www.contemporaryresearch.com/products/smg-40-sound-masking-generator-and-amp/

For more information, contact us at [email protected].

20/03/2026

The ATSC-mini is an HDTV Tuner designed for use with HD and UHD video displays and projectors in a distributed CATV system. Housed in a new, smaller low-profile enclosure, the unit with built in mounting wings can be attached flush to walls or displays.

As a full function HDTV tuner, the ATSC-mini can receive ATSC and NTSC off-air channels and clear QAM and NTSC cable channels. Decoding of MPEG-2 and H.264 encoded digital channels is supported. The unit features an HDMI output along with SPDIF optical and variable-level analog stereo audio outputs.

The integrator-friendly HDTV tuner is controllable with 2-way RS-232, IP Telnet and UDP, as well as wireless and wired IR commands. An onboard Web page enables remote configuration, control, and monitoring.

Discover more at Contemporary Research: https://www.contemporaryresearch.com/products/atsc-mini/

For more information, contact us at [email protected].

23/02/2026

We will be at CTS 2026 in Houston, Tuesday, February 24 from 10AM to 4PM. It is located at Top Golf 1030 Memorial Brook Blvd, Houston, TX 77084. We can't wait to see you!

23/02/2026

Today’s factory floors often have too much noise for audio alerts to be effective. Lumalert solves that issue, featuring a bright color LED bar triggered by commands over an Ethernet network. In fact, manufacturing visual alerts are so prevalent, there’s an ISO 3864 standard for colors and flashing. Response is immediate as each effect is stored as a preset in memory, and a command can be sent to all, a group or one Lumalert. Power is provided by PoE, so installation is simpler.

For example, Lumalert fixtures across the factory could indicate:

Green – machine working properly

Blue – preventative maintenance due soon

Red – Machine/Robot offline

Yellow - backlog in unit testing

Orange - parts inventory running low

Purple – quality control issue

Cyan – Unsafe conditions such as high noise, air quality, temperature

Installation is simple and straightforward. Each Lumalert can be surface-mounted or to a 2-gang box. Two DIP switches on the back sets the unit’s unique device number. Once installed on the network and powered up, the installer can scan and discover all the Lumalert fixtures using free LA Toolbox software. Each has an onboard Web page for testing and setup.

When all units are online, select one and set up the site presets. Then click an option on the Web page to update all the units (feature coming soon).

System commands should be familiar to CR integrators – sent as an IP broadcast to all, containing the device number and preset number. There are three types of device numbers: a specific device number, all devices (4095), or a Zone number (256, 512, etc.) that triggers all units within that zone.

To learn more info click here: https://www.contemporaryresearch.com/news/2025/11/17/lumalert-lights-factory-alerts/

For more information, contact us at [email protected].

18/02/2026

Attention DFW! We are at the 2026 DRI Technology Showcase today from 9am to 4pm. The show is located at the College Park Center University of Texas at Arlington, 600 S. Center Street, Arlington, TX 76019. We are at Booth # 64 - EXHIBITOR. Come by and say hi and see how we can help you! See you there!

14/11/2025

We are in the Colorado Convention Center today! Cone check us out! We are in Booth 406! See you there!

11/11/2025

Come visit us this Thursday and Friday November 13-14 2025. We will be at the Colorado Convention Center for AVX 2025! Hours are from 10am to 5pm on Thursday and 10 am to 3 pm on Friday. We will be at booth 406. Register at https://avxevents.com/avx-2026-attendee-interest Hope to see you there!

08/10/2025

The QMOD-SDI HDMI is a professional dual-channel frequency-agile RF Modulator / Encoder for distributing HD video content over CATV systems to an unlimited number of televisions or standalone HDTV Tuners. The unit is ideal for distributing live video from SDI and HDMI sources as well as digital signage content from media players or PCs. Dual-channel operation is standard, creating two virtual programs on one physical RF channel. Encoding can be MPEG-2 or H.264. The latest generation now has an adjustable RF output level up to 45 dBmV.

Dual hardware scalers accept content up to 1080p and compensate for non-broadcast and PAL frame rates. The QMOD-SDI HDMI can simultaneously output the content as a Multicast or Unicast IPTV stream. Options include easy front-panel setup, dual-language SAP audio, and Emergency Alert System. Dual unit rack mounting offers up to four programs per rack unit, with the ability to mix models to handle HDMI, SDI, Component, RGBHV and NTSC video sources.

Discover more at Contemporary Research: https://www.contemporaryresearch.com/products/qmod-sdi-hdmi-hdtv-modulator-iptv-encoder/

Have any questions email us at: [email protected]

22/09/2025

The QMOD-HDMI 2 is a professional dual-channel frequency-agile RF Modulator / Encoder for distributing HD video content over CATV systems to an unlimited number of televisions or standalone HDTV Tuners. The unit is ideal for distributing live video from satellite receivers or cable boxes, or digital signage content from media players or PCs. Dual-channel operation is standard, creating two virtual programs on one physical RF channel. Encoding can be MPEG-2 or H.264. The latest generation now has an adjustable RF output level up to 45 dBmV.

Dual hardware scalers accept content up to 1080p and compensate for non-broadcast and PAL frame rates. The QMOD-HDMI 2 can simultaneously output the content as a Multicast or Unicast IPTV stream. Options include easy front-panel setup, dual-language SAP audio, and Emergency Alert System. Dual unit rack mounting offers up to four programs per rack unit, with the ability to mix models to handle HDMI, SDI, Component, RGBHV and NTSC video sources.

Discover more at Contemporary Research: https://www.contemporaryresearch.com/products/qmod-hdmi-2-hdtv-modulator-iptv-encoder/

Have any questions email us at: [email protected]

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