The BlueBox™ BBG-EO-MK2 Coax-To-Fiber (hereinafter called “BlueBox™ EO”) provides
a small “throwdown” package that supports SMPTE 424M, 292M, and 259M as well as ASI
and MADI audio. Auto-mode EQ/reclocking automatically sets to the signal type being
received while allowing unrecognized formats to be safely passed without reclocking (auto-
reclock can also be manually disabled for either path as desired). Its wide operating range
(from 5Mbps to 3Gbps) flexibly supports most professional digital serial communications. Fully
error-free pathological pattern operation is fully compatible with professional fiber video
interfaces.
Note: BlueBox™ EO does not support AES-3id transports.
The unit receives its DC power from either connecting its USB port to associated equipment,
or by the supplied AC adapter.
Connecting BlueBox™ EO
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Connect BlueBox™ EO to DC power using the supplied AC adapter.
2.
Remove any protective caps on fiber cables and/or input receptacles. Connect BNC Coax
input and Fiber output to input/output. This provides the basic conversion connections.
Unused connections do not require termination.
.
Status Indicator
BlueBox™ EO has a Status LED on the side of the unit which functions as follows:
• Solid Green – Recognized SDI present.
• Green Flash – No SDI present, or not recognized as SDI.
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Reclocker Auto/Bypass Switches
BlueBox™ EO DIP switch SW2 allows for reclocker Auto-Bypass when recognized SDI is not
being received, or Always Bypass reclocking. Refer to illustration on rear label on unit for
switch positions.
Configure Select Using DIP Switch Bank
BlueBox™ EO can be used in a local control mode using DIP switches to configure settings,
or via USB remote control. The USB remote also provides an optical Tx power meter for Tx
confidence assessment. Refer to diagram on unit label for switch positions.
• If using DIP switch control, make certain switch SW1 is set to ON. USB remote control
is locked out in this mode.
• If using USB remote control, make certain switch SW1 is set to OFF. DIP switch local
control is locked out in this mode.
Specifications
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CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
IEC 60825-1:2007
Caution - INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION. AVOID EXPOSURE TO THE
BEAM.
BBG-EO-MK2
Coax-To-Fiber
3G/HD/SD-SDI / ASI / MADI Fiber Optic
Transport Transmitter
Item
Description/Specification
Part Number/
Nomenclature
- BBG-EO-MK2-FC 3G/HD/SD-SDI / ASI / MADI Fiber Optic Transport
Transmitter (Type FC fiber connectors)
- BBG-EO-MK2-ST 3G/HD/SD-SDI / ASI / MADI Fiber Optic Transport
Transmitter (Type ST fiber connectors)
- BBG-EO-MK2-LC 3G/HD/SD-SDI / ASI / MADI Fiber Optic Transport
Transmitter (Type LC fiber connectors)
Power:
5-16 VDC, 2.4 W
DC Power Connectors
USB Mini and coaxial locking connector (for use with supplied Cobalt power
adapter)
Standards/Data Rates
supported:
SMPTE 424M, 292M, 259M, 344M, 305M, DVB-ASI
5Mbps to 3Gbps pathological pattern operation
(does not support AES-3id audio or other standards using data rates < 5Mbps)
Input:
(1) 75
Ω
BNC. Reclocking automatically engaged for recognized signal
standards; bypassed for unrecognized standards.
Outputs:
(1) Fiber output. FC, ST, or LC connectors per ordered configuration (see Part
Number/Nomenclature above)
Wavelength: 1310 nm
Power: -5.0 dBm (min)
(1) 75
Ω
BNC input copy. Reclocking automatically engaged for recognized
signal standards; bypassed for unrecognized standards.
Return Loss: >18 dBm up to 270 MHz
Dimensions (WxHxD):
5.5” x 3” x 1” (including connector projections)
(139 x 77 x 26 mm)
Operating Temperature
Range
32°F to 122°F
(0°C to 50°C)
