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onnecting the 3GSDI SM FO Extender

ongratulations on your purchase of the 3GSDI SM FO Extender. Your complete
atisfaction is very important to us.
efen delivers innovative, progressive computer and electronics add-on solutions
that harness integration, extension, distribution and conversion technologies.
efen’s reliable, plug-and-play products supplement cross-platform computer
stems, professional audio/video environments and HDTV systems of all sizes
with hard-working solutions that are easy to implement and simple to operate.
he Gefen 3GSDI SM FO Extender
The 3GSDI SM FO Extender extends 3G-SDI over one single-mod
T-terminated fi ber optic cable up to 1.25 miles (2 kilometers). It supports
MPTE-424M (3G-SDI), SMPTE-292M (HD-SDI), and SMPTE-259M (SDI).
The 3G-SDI BNC connector and the ST-terminated fi ber optic signal transmission
rovide excellent immunity to electromagnetic interference compared to copper
based extension modules. The compact design makes the small modules ideal
or fi tting neatly behind equipment for a clean installation, and a great way to
asily extend any SDI signal.
How It Works
The Sender module plugs into the BNC connector on the SDI source. The
eceiver module plugs into the BNC input of the SDI device up to 1.25 miles
2 kilometers) away. Connect one single-mode ST-terminated fi ber optic cable
rom the Sender to the Receiver module. Plug the power connectors from the two
ower supplies into the locking connectors on the Sender and Receiver modules.

READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR
OPERATING THE 3GSDI SM FO EXTENDER
•The
n intermediate cable or adapter is not recommended.
devices may deteriorate the signal transmission.

upports SMPTE-424M (3G-SDI), SMPTE-292M (HD-SDI), an
MPTE-259M (SDl) specifi cations
DI up to 1.25 miles (2 kilometers) over one single-mod
T-terminated fi ber optic cabl
• Locking power connectors
obust metal die-cast enclosure for reliable operation in harsh environmen
• Fiber optic transmission eliminates electromagnetic interference (EMI
ompact Sender and Receiver modules provide a clean, easy installatio
• FCC and CE-compliant for EMI/RFI emissio
1) 3GSDI SM FO Extender (Sender Module
1) 3GSDI SM FO Extender (Receiver Module
2) 5V / 1A DC Power Supplies
SMPTE Standards T able (Showing Bit Rates for SDI
D-SDI 270 Mbit/s, 360 Mbit/s

onnects the Sender module to the SDI source.
This LED will glow bright red when the included power supply is connected to
the Sender module.
This LED will glow bright blue when connected to an active SDI source.
T-Fiber Connector (Sender
onnect a single-strand ST-fi ber cable between this connector and th
T-fi ber connector on the Receiver module. The ST Fiber Connectors o
both the Sender and Receiver module are identical. Remove the protective
overs from the Sender module before connecting the ST fi ber optic cable.
G-SDI BNC Output (Receiver
onnects the Receiver module to the SDI destination.
This LED will glow bright red when the included power supply is connected to
the R
This LED will glow bright blue when a single-strand of ST-fi ber optic cable is
onnected between the Sender unit and the Receiver unit and when the Sender
nit is connected to an active SDI source.
T-Fiber Connector (Receiver
onnect a single-strand ST-fi ber cable between this connector and the ST-fi ber
onnector on the Sender module. The ST-fi ber connectors on both the Sender
emove the protective covers from the
eceiver module before connecting the ST fi ber optic cable.
5V DC Power Supply Receptacle (Sender / Receiver)
onnect the included power supplies to both the Sender and Receiver module
sing these receptacles. Note that each power receptacle has three pins that
ust be lined up with the holes on the each power supply.

How to Connect the 3GSDI SM FO Extender
1.
onnect the Sender of the Gefen
DI SM FO Extender to the 3G-SDI
ource equipment via the BNC connector.
emove the protective cover from the fi ber connector of the Sender module
emove the protective cover from the fi ber connector of the Receiver
odule and connect the other end of the fi ber cable to the ST connector.
onnect the BNC output connector to the SDI destination (display).
onnect the included 5V DC power supplies to both the Sender and
.
Wiring Diagram for the 3GSDI SM FO Extender
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EXT-3GSDI-FOSM
3G-SDI Device
Sender
Receiver
SINGLE MODE ST FIBER OPTIC CABLE
3G-SDI Source
CONNECTING THE 3GSDI SM FO EXTENDER

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No picture / display shows a blank screen
• Ensure that all jacks that are used by the 5V DC power supplies are fi rml
DI connector is fi rmly plugged in to the SDI source and SDI
display. Ensure that the Sender and Receiver module parts are connected to
the SDI source and SDI display, respectively.
heck if the SDI source and SDI display are powered on and properly
eset the system by unplugging and reconecting the Sender module or
eceiver module. Re-boot the system while connecting the 3GSDI SM FO
• Verify that the fi ber cables are not damaged.
icture is distorted or contains nois
• Verify the quality of the SDI source and check the length of the fi ber cable.
The 3GSDI SM FO Extender will work up to a distance of 1.25 miles
2 kilometers) using one single-mode ST-fi ber optic cable.

Data Rate......................................................................................... 3 Gbps (max.
ange..................................................................... Up to 1.25 miles (2 kilometers
Input Impedance.............................................................................................. 75
ignal Level............................................................................ 800mVp-p +/- 50m
DI Connector....................................................................................... BNC, mal
ptical Connector...............................................................................................
Number of Fibers..................................................................................................
Propagation Delay (Sender).......................................................................... 1.5 ns
Propagation Delay (Receiver)........................................................................ 40 ns
Power Supply (Sender / Receiver)................................................... (1) 5V / 1A D
Power Budget................................................................................................ 12 dB
perating Temperature...............................................-4 to +158 °F (-20 to +70
elative Humidity................................................................................... 5% to 95
Wavelength (Receiver unit
Dimensions (W x H x D) (Sender / Receiver)......................... 0.77” x 0.77” x 1.97”
hipping Weight............................................................................ 1.3 lbs (0.58 k

efen warrants the equipment it manufactures to be free from defects in material
equipment fails because of such defects and Gefen is notifi ed within two (2)
ears from the date of shipment, Gefen will, at its option, repair or replace the
quipment, provided that the equipment has not been subjected to mechanical,
lectrical, or other abuse or modifi cations. Equipment that fails under conditions
other than those covered will be repaired at the current price of parts and labor in
ect at the time of repair. Such repairs are warranted for ninety (90) days from
the day of reshipment to the Buyer.
This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied, including
without limitation, any implied warranty or merchantability or fi tness for any
articular purpose, all of which are expressly disclaimed.
1. Proof of sale may be required in order to claim warranty.
ustomers outside the US are responsible for shipping charges to and from
efen.
opper cables are limited to a 30 day warranty and cables must be in their
The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to
be accurate. However, Gefen assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies
that may be contained in this manual. In no event will Gefen be liable for
direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from
any defect or omission in this manual, even if advised of the possibility of such
damages. The technical information contained herein regarding the features and
pecifi cations is subject to change without notice.
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This product uses UL or CE listed power supplies