Studio Technologies Model 400A SDI-Over-Fiber Transport System

Model 400A SDI-Over-Fiber Transport System
Order Code: Click on the Configurations tab for Order Codes (found on the Model 400A-Series price list)

The Model 400A SDI-Over-Fiber Transport System is a high-performance, cost-effective, rack-mount solution for distributing digital video signals over short and medium distances. The system is compatible with all common broadcast serial digital video formats and is suitable for use in remote trucks, live-event video distribution, and fixed links associated with broadcast and production facilities. Eight Model 400A versions are available, providing a range of input and output configurations. This document features the Model 400A-12T and Model 400A-12R units.

Key Features

Model 400A General Features

Multi-channel electrical-to-optical (E2O) and optical-to-electrical (O2E) SDI transport
Twelve format-independent SDI data paths over four single-mode optical fibers
Supports 3G (SMPTE 424M), HD (SMPTE 292), and SD (SMPTE 259M) SDI, as well as DVB-ASI
Fiber transport based on the SMPTE 297 standard
Dual power capability: AC mains or DC; when both sources are present unit is AC mains powered and DC supply acts as a backup
Ethernet port provides system configuration and performance monitoring using web pages
Front-panel features include status display, navigation buttons, power switch, and LED indicators
"1U" enclosure weighs less than 6 pounds (2.7 kg)
Model 400A-12T Features

Twelve SDI inputs, each with buffered loop-through output
Four single-mode optical outputs, each transmitting three SDI signals using WDM/CWDM multiplexing
Configurable laser on/off output control
Model 400A-12R Features

Four single-mode optical inputs, WDM/CWDM de-multiplexed to twelve buffered SDI signals
Monitoring of optical receive levels
Twelve SDI output channels, each with two independently buffered outputs