AJA FIDO-2R Users Manual
FiDO Series
SDI/Optical Fiber Mini-Converters
Installation and Operation Guide
Version 1.1
Published May 31, 2017
Notices
Trademarks
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Copyright
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this manual is subject to change without notice. No part of this document may be
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including photocopying or recording, without the express written permission of AJA
Video Systems, Inc.
Contacting AJA Support
When calling for support, have all information at hand prior to calling. To contact AJA
for sales or support, use any of the following methods:
Telephone +1.530.271.3190
FAX +1.530.271.3140
Web https://www.aja.com
Support Email support@aja.com
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Contents
Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Copyright . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Contacting AJA Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Chapter 1 – Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Single-Mode FiDO Models (1310 nm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
FiDO Models with Single-Mode CWDM and Multi-Mode SFP Options . . . . . . 5
Model Case Names. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
FiDO Converter Simplied Block Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
FiDO Converter I/O Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Appendix A – Specications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Appendix B – Safety and Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Limited Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
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Chapter 1 – Introduction
Overview
FiDO SDI/Optical Fiber Mini-Converters allow the transport of 3G-SDI over
distances of up to 10km (Single-Mode), 700M (OM4) and 300M (OM3) for MultiMode fiber optic cable. The compact, low profile enclosure is perfect for use in
tight spaces such as equipment racks, trucks and crowded facilities. Choose from
LC, ST, or SC connectors, depending on the converter model, for unmatched
flexibility and cost efficiency.
FiDO Mini-Converters meet all relevant SMPTE specifications as well as offering
electrical isolation to eliminate potential ground loop problems for a rugged,
versatile solution that is suitable for a variety of applications.
Features
• Transport of 3G/HD/SD-SDI as well as DVB-ASI over optical ber
• Autodetection of video format
• All SDI ancillary data including embedded audio is passed
• LC, ST or SC ber connectors
• Simplex, duplex or quad models available
• All inputs, either SDI or ber, are equalized and reclocked
• Useful for eliminating ground loop problems
• Multi-Mode and CWDM ber options (with LC connectors) are available for
FIDO models with SFP cages
• DWP-U-R1 power supply included
• Five Year warranty
Single-Mode FiDO Models (1310 nm)
• FiDO-TR: Single channel SDI/LC ber transceiver
• FiDO-T: Single channel SDI to LC ber converter with looping SDI output
• FiDO-R: Single channel LC ber to SDI converter with dual SDI outputs
• FiDO-2T: Dual channel SDI to LC ber converter
• FiDO-2R: Dual channel LC ber to SDI converter
• FiDO-4T: Quad channel SDI to LC ber converter
• FiDO-4R: Quad channel LC ber to SDI converter
• FiDO-T-SC: Single channel SDI to SC ber converter with looping SDI output
• FiDO-R-SC: Single channel SC ber to SDI converter with dual SDI outputs
• FiDO-T-ST: Single channel SDI to ST ber converter with looping SDI output
• FiDO-R-ST: Single channel ST ber to SDI converter with dual SDI outputs
• FiDO-4T-ST: Quad channel SDI to ST ber converter
• FiDO-4R-ST: Quad channel ST ber to SDI converter
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Accessories
• DWP-U-R1: Power supply included
• Rackmount bracket
• 4 pin XLR power cable
FiDO Models with Single-Mode CWDM and MultiMode SFP Options
When selecting a FiDO model with single-mode CWDM or multi-mode SFP
options, use the AJA SFP Configurator on the AJA website (https://www.aja.com/
config) to correctly match FiDO model cases with compatible SFPs.
Figure 1. AJA SFP Configurator accessed through the AJA website
Model Case Names
FiDO-TR-X Single channel SDI/LC ber transceiver (multi-mode SFP)
FiDO-T-X Single channel SDI to LC ber converter (multi-mode SFP)
FiDO-R-X Single channel LC ber to SDI converter (multi-mode SFP)
FiDO-2T-X Dual channel SDI to LC ber converter (multi-mode or single-
mode CWDM SFP)
FiDO-2R-X Dual channel LC ber to SDI converter (multi-mode SFP)
FiDO-4T-X Quad channel SDI to LC ber converter (multi-mode or single-
mode CWDM SFP)
FiDO-4R-X Quad channel LC ber to SDI converter (multi-mode SFP)
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FiDO Converter Simplified Block Diagrams
Optical
Fiber
Out
Optical
Fiber
Out
3G-SDI
Input
3G-SDI Re-clocked
Loop Thru Output
3G-SDI
Input
3G-SDI
Identical
Second Output
Optical
Fiber
Out 1
3G-SDI
Input 1
Optical
Fiber
Out 2
3G-SDI
Input 2
FiDO-T, FiDO-T-SC, FiDO-T-ST, and FiDO-T-X (Multi-Mode)
Optical
Fiber
Input
3G-SDI
Output
FiDO-R, FiDO-R-SC, FiDO-R-ST, and FiDO-R-X (Multi-Mode)
Optical
Fiber
Input
3G-SDI
Output
FiDO-TR and FiDO-TR-X (Multi-Mode)
Optical
Fiber
Input 1
3G-SDI
Output 1
Optical
Fiber
Input 2
3G-SDI
Output 2
FiDO-2R and FiDO-2R-X (Multi-Mode)
FiDO-2T and FiDO-2T-X (Multi-Mode or CWDM)
Optical
Fiber
Input 1
3G-SDI
Output 1
Optical
Fiber
Input 2
3G-SDI
Output 2
FiDO-4R, FiDO-4R-ST and FiDO-4R-X (Multi-Mode)
Optical
Fiber
Input 3
3G-SDI
Output 3
Optical
Fiber
Input 4
3G-SDI
Output 4
Optical
Fiber
Out 1
3G-SDI
Input 1
Optical
Fiber
Out 2
3G-SDI
Input 2
FiDO-4T, FiDO-4T-ST and FiDO-4T-X (Multi-Mode or CWDM)
Optical
Fiber
Out 3
3G-SDI
Input 3
Optical
Fiber
Out 4
3G-SDI
Input 4
Equalize &
Reclock
Optical
Transmitter
Optical
Receiver
Equalize &
Reclock
Optical
Receiver
Equalize &
Reclock
Equalize &
Reclock
Optical
Receiver
Equalize &
Reclock
Optical
Transmitter
Equalize &
Reclock
Optical
Transmitter
Optical
Receiver
Equalize &
Reclock
Optical
Receiver
Equalize &
Reclock
Equalize &
Reclock
Optical
Transmitter
Equalize &
Reclock
Optical
Transmitter
Equalize &
Reclock
Optical
Transmitter
Equalize &
Reclock
Optical
Transmitter
Optical
Receiver
Equalize &
Reclock
Optical
Receiver
Equalize &
Reclock
Optical
Receiver
Equalize &
Reclock
Optical
Receiver
Equalize &
Reclock
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FiDO Converter I/O Connections
simplex
connection
(LC connector)
simplex
connection
(SC connector)
3G-SDI
Input
Reclocked
loop-thru of
SDI input
3G-SDI
Input
Reclocked
loop-thru of
SDI input
simplex
connection
(ST connector)
simplex
connection
(LC connector)
simplex
connection
(SC connector)
3G-SDI
Input
Reclocked
loop-thru of
SDI input
3G-SDI
Output
Second SDI
Output
(DA: same signal)
3G-SDI
Output
Second SDI
Output
(DA: same signal)
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simplex
connection
(ST connector)
3G-SDI
Output
Second SDI
Output
(DA: same signal)
2 simplex
1 duplex
connection
(LC connector)
2 simplex
1 duplex
connection
(LC connector)
2 simplex
1 duplex
connection
(LC connector)
or
2 Independent
Channels of
3G-SDI
2 Independent
or
or
Channels of
3G-SDI
2 Independent
Channels of
3G-SDI
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