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Mini-12GSDI

 

M

INIATURE 

F

IBER 

O

PTIC

 

12G

 

- SDI 

D

IGITAL 

V

IDEO 

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RANSPORT 

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YSTEM 

 
 

 

 

 
 
 

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

BCI reserves the right to make changes to the products described herein without 

prior notice or consent. No liability is assumed as a result of their use or application.   

All rights reserved.

 

 

©2008 Broadata Communications, Inc.

 

 

 

Summary of Contents for Mini-12GSDI

Page 1: ...TAL VIDEO TRANSPORT SYSTEM BCI reserves the right to make changes to the products described herein without prior notice or consent No liability is assumed as a result of their use or application All rights reserved 2008 Broadata Communications Inc ...

Page 2: ...er radiation is possible when the laser fiber optic connector is disconnected while the unit is powered up Although the fiber optic connectors in this product emit only Class 1 energy that is below the levels considered to be hazardous one should never stare directly into a fiber optic connector or an unconnected fiber end unless one can be certain that no exposure to laser energy could occur CAUT...

Page 3: ...ed on the surface of laser products This label indicates that the product is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT SURGE PROTECTION DEVICE RECOMMENDED This product contains sensitive electrical components that may be damaged by electrical spikes surges electric shock lightning strikes etc Use of surge protection systems is highly recommended in order to protect and extend the life of your equipmen...

Page 4: ...IPTION 6 2 0 SETUP 7 2 1 MOUNTING 7 2 2 CABLING AND CONNECTORS 7 2 2 1 ELECTRICAL SDI DIGITAL CONNECTION 8 2 2 2 OPTICAL FIBER CONNECTION 9 2 3 DC POWER CONNECTION 10 3 0 OPERATION 11 4 0 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 11 4 1 MAINTENANCE 11 4 2 TROUBLESHOOTING 12 5 0 SPECIFICATIONS 14 6 0 SERVICE PROCEDURE 15 6 1 REPLACEMENT POLICY 15 6 2 RETURN AND REPAIR SERVICE 15 7 0 LIMITED WARRANTY 16 ...

Page 5: ...e of advanced digital fiber optic transmission technology no user adjustments are required in the Mini 12GSDI system enabling quick setup and trouble free operation The Mini 12GSDI can handle SDI DVB ASI HD SDI 12G SDI and many other video formats The power connector has a latch locking mechanism thus no power disruption due to mis handling problem The Mini 12GSDI comes with a rugged standalone mi...

Page 6: ...ce connector for the SDI video signal 2 1 Mounting Before installing the units into your housing make sure there is enough space to pull and connect both the electrical and optical cables without stressing them beyond the manufacturer s limitations also known as the bend radius minimum 2 2 Cabling and Connectors In order to setup the BCI Mini 12GSDI properly make sure to observe the following inst...

Page 7: ... is designed to be directly plugged into the SDI video output or video input port of user s video equipment or display see Figure 2 2 1 Connect the BNC connector of the Mini 12GSDI T to user s SDI video output BNC connector 2 Connect the BNC connector of the Mini 12GSDI R to user s SDI video input BNC connector User s SDI Video Equipment Fiber Cable Video Input or Output BNC Connection Figure 2 2 ...

Page 8: ...optic cable installation 2 Prior to connecting the fiber optic cables remove and save the dust caps from the optical port of both the Mini 12GSDI units and the user s device Clean the fiber optic connector and use a lint free cloth dampened with alcohol to thoroughly wipe the sides and end of the ferrule 3 Cross connect the fibers from one unit to the other connecting the near end Mini 12GSDI unit...

Page 9: ...has power 2 The 5VDC power supply is working 3 Your electrical system has proper grounding this ensures that your power supply does not suffer from voltage variations 4 Power Surge Protection This is optional but highly recommended A UPS system provides voltage regularity as well as prevents spikes from occurring thus protecting your Mini 12GSDI from sensitive voltage conditions The Mini 12GSDI de...

Page 10: ...apply power as indicated in the previous step Note that the following front panel link status indicator shown in Table 2 will be activated 4 0 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 4 1 Maintenance There is no operator maintenance other then keeping the units clean However observe the following light indicators to make sure that the unit is working properly PWR TX OPT TX This BLUE LED is on when the Mini...

Page 11: ... at 1 800 214 0222 for further assistance For electrical problems perform the following troubleshooting procedures 1 If the POWER indicator is OFF check for the following a The line cord is plugged into the unit and your outlet has power b The Mini 12GSDI unit is powered on 2 If the POWER indicator is ON but the Optical Level indicator is OFF check for the following a Make sure the appropriate Sin...

Page 12: ...hen a Check to see that the attached user equipment is turned on b Both ends of the link are connected to the corresponding equipment and to the same corresponding channel port c Cable connections at both the video channels are securely fastened to each connector Turn the power off then back on to reset the link d Output levels of the user s video and audio sources are not above the allowed input ...

Page 13: ...PTE 259M SDI Digital Video and many others Data Rate up to 12 Gbps Signal Level 800mVp p Link Margin Distance 5 dB 10km 12G Single Mode Fiber 5 dB 200m 12G Multi Mode Fiber Connector 75 Ohm BNC Physical Dimension L x W x H 3 2 x 0 65 x 0 75 Power Level 5 VDC 0 5 A Power Connector mini XLR 4 PIN Operating Temperature 0 to 50o C Humidity 0 to 95 RH non condensing Optical Fiber Type Multi Mode or Sin...

Page 14: ...ice The Mini 12GSDI System contains no user serviceable components If you have a problem with your unit please contact the Customer Service Department To facilitate our return repair processing please contact Broadata Communications Inc to obtain a Return Material Authorization RMA Please include the following information Product model number Serial Number Complete description of problem Hardware ...

Page 15: ...normal use and do not include malfunctions or failure resulting from misuse abuse neglect alterations electrical power problems usage not in accordance with product instructions improper installation or damage determined by BCI to have been caused by the Buyer or repair made by a third party Limited warranties granted on products are to the initial customer end user and are not transferable OUR LI...

Page 16: ...adata Communications Inc 2545 West 237th Street Suite K Torrance CA 90505 1 800 214 0222 310 530 1416 310 530 5958 Facsimile E mail CustomerService Broadatacom com Website www broadatacom com 60000 12GSDI ...

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