Cobalt Digital Inc BlueBox BBG-2OE-MK2 Dual Fiber-To-Coax Quick Start Manual

BBG-2OE-MK2 Dual
Fiber-To-Coax
3G/HD/SD-SDI / ASI / MADI Fiber Optic Dual
Transport Receiver
The BBG-2OE-MK2 Dual Fiber-To-Coax (hereinafter called "BlueBox™ 2OE") provides a
small "throwdown" package that supports SMPTE 424M, 292M, and 259M as well as ASI and
MADI audio on two independent fiber-to-coax paths. 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 other
professional fiber video interfaces.
Note: BlueBox™ 2OE 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™ 2OE
1 Connect BlueBox™ 2OE to DC power using the supplied AC adapter.
2. Remove any protective caps on fiber cables and/or input receptacles. Connect Fiber input
and BNC Coax output to channel 1 and/or channel 2 inputs/outputs. This provides the
basic conversion connections. Unused connections do not require termination.
.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
IEC 60825-1:2007
Caution - INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION. AVOID EXPOSURE TO THE
BEAM.
Status Indicator
BlueBox™ 2OE has Status LEDs (one LED for each input channel) 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.
1
Reclocker Auto/Bypass Switches
BlueBox™ 2OE DIP switches SW2 and SW3 (for Fiber 1 and Fiber 2 inputs respectively) allow
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™ 2OE can be used in a local control mode using DIP switches to configure settings,
or via USB remote control. The USB remote also provides optical Rx power meters for Rx
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
Item Description/Specification
Part Number/
- BBG-2OE-MK2-FC 3G/HD/SD-SDI / ASI / MADI Fiber Optic Dual Transport
Nomenclature Receiver (Type FC fiber connectors)
- BBG-2OE-MK2-ST 3G/HD/SD-SDI / ASI / MADI Fiber Optic Dual Transport
Receiver (Type ST fiber connectors)
- BBG-2OE-MK2-LC 3G/HD/SD-SDI / ASI / MADI Fiber Optic Dual Transport
Receiver (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
SMPTE 424M, 292M, 259M, 344M, 305M, DVB-ASI
supported:
5Mbps to 3Gbps pathological pattern operation
(does not support AES-3id audio or other standards using data rates < 5Mbps)
Inputs:
(2) Fiber input. FC, ST, or LC connectors per ordered configuration (see Part
Number/Nomenclature above)
Wavelength: 1260 to 1620 nm
Sensitivity/Input Usable Range: -18 dBm min; -1 dBm max
Outputs:
(2) 75Ω BNC. 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
32°F to 122°F
Range
(0°C to 50°C)
2