TecNec 500734 Users Manual

6G-SDI EXTENDER OVER FIBER

500734 500734-SM10 500734-SM40 500734-SM80

Installation & Operation Manual

94-000843-A SE-000843-A

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Trademarks:

MuxLab Broadcast is a registered trademark of MuxLab Inc.

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Table of Contents

1. Overview .........................................................................4

1.1. Description .............................................................. 4

1.2. Features ................................................................... 7

2. Technical Specifications ................................................9

3. Installation Procedure .................................................11

3.1. Parts List ............................................................... 11

3.2. Product Overview ................................................. 12

3.3. Physical Installation .............................................. 14

3.4. Installation & Power-up Procedure ....................... 18

3.5. Supported Video Modes ........................................ 20

3.6. SDI Input Connections .......................................... 21

3.7. SDI Output Connections ....................................... 21

4. Firmware Upgrade Procedure ....................................22

4.1. Firmware Upgrade Procedure ............................... 22

4.2. USB Driver Setup ................................................. 25

5. Unit Control and Status...............................................28

6. Troubleshooting ...........................................................29

7. Appendix .......................................................................31

A. ASCII Command Set............................................. 31

8. Product Warranty Policy ............................................37

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1.

1.1.

Overview

Description

The 6G-SDI Extender over Fiber Optic with Return Channel is a unique solution from MuxLab for extending SDI cameras or other SDI sources up to 4K resolutions at 30Hz to a distance of up to 1300ft (400m) using OM4 multi-mode fiber (model 500734), 33,000ft (10km) using single-mode fiber (model 500734-SM10), 132,000ft (40km) using single-mode fiber (model 500734-SM40), and 264,000ft (80km) using single-mode fiber (model 500734SM80).

The product supports multichannel transmission, and can simultaneously transmit up to 9Gbps of data throughput over the fiber link, and allows for versatile combinations of sources, including 6G-SDI, 3G-SDI and HD-SDI. The unit supports simultaneous transmission of mixed signals such as one 6G-SDI signal + one 3G-SDI, or three 3G-SDI signals, or two 3G-SDI signals + two HD-SDI signals, and many other combinations up to 9Gbps. The device supports one input and one output SDI port, plus three directional SDI ports that can be individually configured as input or output, or set to automatic direction detection. This flexibility allows for up to four source ports and one return channel, or up to one source port and four return channels, or anything in between. The SDI return channel may be used for AV monitoring and talk-back, while the RS232 pass-through supports return of tally light, camera control unit (CCU) and control of end devices.

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Figure 1 System Connectivity Overview

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Typical Applications:

 Video (cinema) production  Studio broadcasting production  Studio to Studio  Mobile video (broadcasting vehicle)  News coverage and live events  Post production

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1.2.

Features

 Up to 1300ft (400m) via multimode OM4 fiber and

up to 264,000ft (80km) via singlemode fiber.

 Supports multichannel transmission, and can

simultaneously transmit up to 9Gbps of data traffic on the fiber link.

 Accepts mixed signal transmission of up to one 6G-

SDI signal + one 3G-SDI signal, three 3G-SDI signals, or two 3G-SDI signals + two HD-SDI signals, and many other combinations up to 9Gbps, and in any direction, including the return channels.

 Supports one input and one output SDI port, plus

three configurable directional SDI ports that can be individually configured as input or output, or set to automation direction detection.

 Supports up to four source ports and one return

channel, or up to one source port and four return channels, or any combination in between. The SDI return channel may be used for AV monitoring and talk-back.

 Supports RS232 pass-through for remote control,

and as a return channel for tally light and for a camera control unit (CCU).

 Maximum resolution supported: 4096x2160 @

24/25Hz, 3840x2160 @ 30Hz.

 Supported SMPTE Standards: SMPTE-292M, SMPTE-

296M, SMPTE-372M, SMPTE-424M, SMPTE-425M.

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 Supports all 6G channel configurations (1, 2 or 4

BNC).

 Automatic SDI Link recognition and configuration.  USB interface may be used for setting the three

directional SDI ports to a fixed direction, or to set them to automatic direction detection mode. The USB port is also used for diagnostics, and upgrading the unit firmware.

 Supports a standard 10G SFP+ module for the

optical fiber interface.

 Supports an aluminum casting enclosure for

ruggedized use.

 Multiple ¼”-20 threads for Camera mounting or

equipment attachment.

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2.

Specifications

Environment

HD/3G/6G-SDI Digital Signal Transmission

Enclosures Measurements

Tx: 110mm (4.3”) x 110mm (4.3”) x 32mm (1.25”) Rx: 110mm (4.3”) x 110mm (4.3”) x 32mm (1.25”)

Color

Black

Control

Serial Terminal Emulation with USB Interface

Distance

 Model 500734: Up to 985ft (300m) via OM3

multimode fiber and 1300ft (400m) via OM4 multimode fiber.

 Model 500734-SM10: Up to 33,000ft (10km) via

singlemode fiber.

 Model 500734-SM40: Up to 132,000ft (40km) via

singlemode fiber.

 Model 500734-SM80: Up to 264,000ft (80km) via

singlemode fiber.

Compliance

FCC, CE, RoHS

Power

12VDC, 1.25Amp External Power Supply with US, UK & Euro blades

Technical Specifications

Table 1 Specifications

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Transmitter Connectivity

Front Side

1x BNC SDI Input Connector (0.8V pp, 75 ohms) 1x BNC SDI Output Connector (0.8V pp, 75 ohms) 3x BNC SDI Directional Connectors (0.8V pp, 75 ohms)

Rear Side

1x SFP+ Module Connector 1x Terminal Block for RS232 Interface

Lower Side

1x Power Connector (12VDC, 1.25Amp)

Top Face

1x Mini USB for Firmware Updates, plus Control & Status

Receiver Connectivity

Front Side

1x BNC SDI Input Connector (0.8V pp, 75 ohms) 1x BNC SDI Output Connector (0.8V pp, 75 ohms) 3x BNC SDI Directional Connectors (0.8V pp, 75 ohms)

Rear Side

1x SFP+ Module Connector 1x Terminal Block for RS232 Interface

Lower Side

1x Power Connector (12VDC, 1.25Amp)

Top Face

1x Mini USB for Firmware Updates, plus Control & Status

Table 2 Transmitter Connectivity

Table 3 Receiver Connectivity

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3.

3.1.

Installation Procedure

Parts List

The 6G-SDI Extender over FIBER Kit with Return Channel (500734, 500734-SM10, 500734-SM40 & 500734-SM80) come with the following parts:

 1x Transmitter Unit (Tx)  1x Receiver Unit (Rx)  2x 12VDC Wall-mount Power Supply  US, UK & Euro Blades for the Wall-mount Power

Supply

 2x 10G SFP+ modules with LC connectors

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3.2.

3.2.1.

LED Indicator is established

Power

LED Indicator

Mini-USB Port

Upgrade

Flashing LED

link

SFP+ module

Figure 2 Front View of Transmitter

POWER

connector

SERIAL port

6G/3G/HD-SDI Input

6G/3G/HD-SDI Output

3G/HD-SDI In / Out

Product Overview

Transmitter

The external connections and light indicators of the transmitter unit are detailed in Figure 2. Please familiarize yourself with them before installing the unit.

When SDI Link

Indicator

When

information

Is passing

through the

Firmware

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