Broadata Mini-12GSDI User Manual

Miniature fiber optic 12g-sdi digital video transport system

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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.

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  • Page 1 IGITAL IDEO RANSPORT 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.
  • Page 2 CAUTION This manual is intended for use by trained service personnel. The use of controls, making adjustments, or performing operations other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Broadata Technical Support, CustomerService@Broadatacom.com...
  • Page 3 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 equipment. Broadata Technical Support, CustomerService@Broadatacom.com...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    ELECTRICAL SDI DIGITAL CONNECTION ....8 2.2.2 OPTICAL FIBER CONNECTION ........9 DC POWER CONNECTION ..........10 OPERATION..............11 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING ....11 MAINTENANCE .............11 TROUBLESHOOTING ...........12 SPECIFICATIONS............14 SERVICE PROCEDURE ..........15 REPLACEMENT POLICY ..........15 RETURN AND REPAIR SERVICE ........15 LIMITED WARRANTY ...........16 Broadata Technical Support, CustomerService@Broadatacom.com...
  • Page 5: Product Description

    BCI Mini-12G - SDI User’s Manual Miniature Fiber Optic 12Gb/s -SDI Digital Video Transport System 1.0 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION The Mini-12GSDI Series is a miniature, Fiber Optic 12Gb/s SDI Digital Video Transport System, supporting the new 1080p 12Gbps SDI format. The standard Mini-12GSDI system is designed to...
  • Page 6: Setup

    The BCI Mini-12GSDI Series units are used in pairs. unidirectional systems, one Mini-12GSDI transmitter unit is located at the near end and connected to the Mini-12GSDI receiver located at the far end of the link, connected through one optical fiber.
  • Page 7: Electrical Sdi Digital Connection

    Miniature Fiber Optic 12Gb/s -SDI Digital Video Transport System 2.2.1 Electrical SDI Digital Video Connection The Mini-12GSDI 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).
  • Page 8: Optical Fiber Connection

    Cross-connect the fibers from one unit to the other connecting the near end Mini-12GSDI unit’s optical TX port to the far end Mini-12GSDI unit’s optical RX port as illustrated in Figure 2-3. Observe the type of connector you have and connect the optical...
  • Page 9: Dc Power Connection

    This power supply comes standard for the Mini-12GSDI unless otherwise specified. To provide power to the Mini-12GSDI, simply connect the power supply, already provided with the units, and connect it to the wall jack. (You will find one power supply per unit).
  • Page 10: Operation

    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: This BLUE LED is on when the Mini-12GSDI-T unit has been PWR (TX) powered properly.
  • Page 11: Troubleshooting

    BCI Mini-12G - SDI User’s Manual Miniature Fiber Optic 12Gb/s -SDI Digital Video Transport System Troubleshooting If the BCI Mini-12GSDI units do not operate properly after installation, check for possible cable breaks, loose connections, and incorrect cable connections. If a problem exists on the fiber link, please check your fiber connectors for improperly cleaned fiber cables and connectors.
  • Page 12 Cable connections at both the video channels are securely fastened to each connector. Turn the power off, then back on to reset the link. Output levels of the user’s video and audio sources are not above the allowed input levels of the Mini-12GSDI units (see Section Specifications).
  • Page 13: Specifications

    +5 VDC @ 0.5 A Power Connector mini-XLR 4 PIN Operating Temperature 0 to +50 Humidity 0 to 95% RH, non-condensing Optical Fiber Type Multi-Mode or Single-Mode Number of Fibers Fiber Optic Connector ST (Multi-Mode or Single-Mode) Broadata Technical Support, CustomerService@Broadatacom.com...
  • Page 14: Service Procedure

    U.S. Please call Customer Service at 800- 214-0222 for information. 6.2 Return/Repair Service 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...
  • Page 15: Limited Warranty

    Miniature Fiber Optic 12Gb/s -SDI Digital Video Transport System 7.0 LIMITED WARRANTY Broadata Communications, Inc. (BCI) warrants, for a period of one year from date of shipment, each product sold shall be free from defects in material and workmanship. BCI will correct, either by repair, or at BCI’s election, by replacement, any said products that in...
  • Page 16 Broadata 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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