The Logical Solution - Serial Digital Interface Extension
The SDI Xtreme 3G product series is a compact, broadcast quality, SDI over fiber extension system. The system is designed to transmit SD, HD, and 3G SDI signals with or without embedded audio and data, as well as DVB/ASI at 270 mbit/s. In addition, this fiber based transport system gives users the assurances that each signal is immune to video pathological signals over the entire length of the fiber interconnect. The system also supports either single or multi-mode fiber, and is SMPTE 424M, 292M, 259M, and 297M compliant.
The SDI Xtreme 3G provides industry leading performance and reliable media conversion for a wide variety of applications. Therefore, it is an ideal solution for Pro A/V, broadcast, and corporate studio applications, including video production and editing, (ENG) sports tele-production, field production, cross-town fiber links, cross on-campus production, pre-fibered venues, courtesy feeds and many more.
The System
The reliability of the SDI Xtreme 3G stems from the quality of its design and construction, with advanced integrated re-clocking circuitry designed into the transmitter and receiver. Equalized and re-driven SDI loop-through is also provided on the transmitter and re-clocked SDI outputs are provided on the receiver. These key features provide assurance that the signal is equalized and re-clocked prior to fiber transmission; therefore it retains all of the signals' initial parameters allowing for pristine output. In addition, front panel status LEDs indicate system activity and link activity.
Installation possibilities are expanded with built-in support for either multi-mode or single mode fiber, making this a convenient and cost effective solution to combat the restrictions involved with the distribution of uncompressed broadcast quality video signals over long distances. In addition, the SDI Xtreme 3G is fully compatible with Thinklogical's VX Router line of products.
Indicators: 3) Power, Data Rate HD, SD – Lock Detect
Dimensions: 4.96 x 2.25 x 1.03 (in) – 125.98 x 57.12 x 26.14 (mm)
Weight: ≈ 1 lb. (≈ 0.45 kg.)
Power:5-12 VDC @< 1AMP
Operating Temperature: -5º C to +50º C
TRANSMITTER Specifications: ALL FIBER SPECS REFLECT SINGLE-MODE FIBER
Number of Inputs1
Data Rate Range270Mbps to 2.97 Gbps
Supported StandardsSMPTE 259M, 292, 297, 424M and DVB-ASI
Re-clocked Data Rates 270 Mbps (SMPTE 259M, DVB-ASI-270), 1.485 Gbps (SMPTE 292), 2.97 Gbps (SMPTE 494M)
EqualizationAutomatic up to 140m of Belden 1694A at 3.0 Gbps, 230m at 1.485 Gbps and 350m at 270 Mbps
Return Loss >10dB up to 2.97 Gbps
Number of Outputs 1
Signal Level800mV ± 10%
DC Offset 0V ± 0.5V
Overshoot < 10% of amplitude
Timing Jitter < 0.2 UI at 270 Mbps; < 1.0 UI at 1.485 Gbps;
< 0.2 UI at 2.97 Gbps with color bar signal
Alignment Jitter < 0.2 UI at 270 Mbps; < 1.0 UI at 1.485 Gbps;
< 0.3 UI at 2.97 Gbps with color bar signal
Rise/Fall Time < 135 ps at 2.97 Gbps per SMPTE 424M;
< 270 ps at 1.485 Gbps per SMPTE 292
0.4 ns to 1.5 ns at 270 Mbps per SMPTE 259M
Re-clocking At 270 Mbps, 1.485 Gbps & 2.97 Gbps
Optical Output
Connector LC receptacle
Wavelength 1310nm (nominal)
Emmiter TypeFP Laser
Output Power (nominal) -3.0 dBm at 270 Mbps;
-3.0 dBm at1.485 Gbps;
-3.0 dBm at 2.97 Gbps
Re-clocking At 270 Mbps, 1.485 Gbps & 2.97 Gbps
RECEIVER Specifications: ALL FIBER SPECS REFLECT SINGLE-MODE FIBER
Fiber Input - ConnectorLC receptacle
Wavelength 1270 - 1610 nm
Minimum Input Sensitivity-18 dBm at 2.97 Gbps;
-19 dBm at 1.485 Gbps
Maximum Input Power 0 dBm
Number of Outputs 2
Signal Level800mV ± 10%
DC Offset 0V ± 0.5V
Overshoot < 10% of amplitude
Timing Jitter < 0.2 UI at 270 Mbps; < 1.0 UI at 1.485 Gbps;
< 0.2 UI at 2.97 Gbps with color bar signal
Alignment Jitter < 0.2 UI at 270 Mbps; < 1.0 UI at 1.485 Gbps;
< 0.3 UI at 2.97 Gbps with color bar signal
Rise/Fall Time < 135 ps at 2.97 Gbps per SMPTE 424M;
< 270 ps at 1.485 Gbps per SMPTE 292;
Re-clocking At 270 Mbps, 1.485 Gbps & 2.97 Gbps
Multi-standard operation from 270 mbit/s to 3Gbit/s
Supports HD/SD-SDI inputs with embedded audio and ancillary data
Signals are equalized and re-clocked on the receiver
Equalized and re-clocked SDI loop through on the transmitter
Signal transmission via fiber optic cable; no RF interference
Supports both single mode and multi-mode fiber types
SMPTE 424M, 292M, 259M, and 297M compliant
Cable equalization on inputs and cable drivers on outputs to ensure signal integrity
15 dB Optical Link Budget @ 2.97 Gbps
Hot Swappable/Pluggable SFP optics with LC connectors
Distribute uncompressed broadcast quality signals over single mode fiber up to 40 km. (24 miles) and up to 1000 meters over multi-mode fiber
Supports pathological patterns at all rates
Fully compatible with Thinklogical's VX Router line of products
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SDI XTREME 3G: SINGLE MODE
Part Number and Description
SDI-000S01-LCRX SDI Xtreme 3G Fiber Optic Extender Receiver, Single Mode, LC
SDI-000S01-LCTX SDI Xtreme 3G Fiber Optic Extender Transmitter, Single Mode, LC
SDI FIBER OPTIC EXTENDER OPTICS OPTIONS for SINGLE MODE
VOP-S29 SDI Xtreme 3G Optics Option for Receiver, Single Mode, Single Fiber, LC
VOP-S30 SDI Xtreme 3G Optics Option for Transmitter, Single Mode, Single Fiber, LC
SDI XTREME 3G: MULTI-MODE
Part Number and Description
SDI-000M01-LCRX SDI Xtreme 3G Fiber Optic Extender Receiver, Multi-Mode, LC
SDI-000M01-LCTX SDI Xtreme 3G Fiber Optic Extender Transmitter, Multi-Mode, LC
SDI FIBER OPTIC EXTENDER OPTICS OPTIONS for MULTI-MODE
VOP-M18 SDI Xtreme 3G Optics Option for Receiver, Multi-Mode, Single Fiber, LC
VOP-M19 SDI Xtreme 3G Optics Option for Transmitter, Multi-Mode, Single Fiber, LC