Stratos Optical Technologies Fiber Connectivity Products for Digital Video and HD Transport

BNC-to-Fiber ST Media Converter

Stratos Optical BNC-to-Fiber Media Converters adapt 75 ohm BNC interconnects to fiber interface. All Media Converters feature integrated SMPTE cable equalizer, and the receiver module incorporates a re-clocker and cable driver. Models available to support SD and HD-SDI. Key features include:

• SMPTE 259M/297M (270 Mbps) and SMPTE 292M (1.485 Gbps)
• DVB/ASI Compliant
• ATSC/SMPTE 310M compliant
• Single Mode, 1310nm FP Laser or PIN Receiver
• Error Free Pathological Pattern Operation
• Line Equalized 75ohm BNC (Male) Simplex Electrical Interface
• "ST" Simplex Optical Interface
• Broadcast Industry Standard Mini-XLR Connector
• Die Cast/Over Molded Construction
• Digital Diagnostics Monitor

BNC-to-Fiber LC Miniature Converter

SMPTE 292M compliant up to 1.485 Gbps. 75 ohm BNC (male) simplex electrical connector, high optical launch power, and CWDM wave-length capable. Key features include:

• SMPTE 259M/297M/305M compatible (up to 540Mbps) and SMPTE 292M compliant (up to 1.485 Gbps) models
• DVB/ASI Compliant
• ATSC/SMPTE 310M compatible; 19.4 to 38.8Mbps
• Sized for direct attachment to video equipment with minimum coax runs
• Rugged die cast/over molded construction
• Digital Diagnostics Monitoring Interface
• Unit to unit pitch (Port Density) of 0.625"
• Rugged "LC" simplex optical connector

VMCR Video Media Converter Racks

An easy-to-use housing platform for power management, diagnostics, and cabling on coax and fiber sides of video transport networks. Available versions include:

• VMCR-18-R or -T rack-mount or tabletop models
• VMCR-16-R with rear-mount connection for typical production environment

Each model has built-in Digital Diagnostic Monitoring Interface, allowing remote ID and monitoring via a standard 10/100 Ethernet-compliant web-enabled port. VMCRs be populated with any mix of Stratos VMCs or Mini-VMCs, with any combination of SD or HD protocols. Multiplexing or straight lane configurations are available.

16 Channel HD/SD Video Media Converter Rack

• Compatible with all Stratos Video Media Converters (VMC)
• 19"1RU design with rack slide to simplify VMC change over in rack installations
• 18" to 22" depth with rack kit. 22" to 26" depth version available. Contact factory for availability
• 110/240V Dual power supply (1+1 Protection) for up to 16 Video Media Converter modules
• Digital Diagnostic Monitoring Interface (DDMI) read out

HX 1080 Expanded Beam Connector

Expanded beam technology in SMPTE compatible format. Rugged, environment-proof hermaphroditic construction, optical insertion loss typical -0.75 db, return loss >-45 db. Field-repairable, easy-clean interface design. Key features include:

• Rugged Hermaphroditic
• Adapter Free Deployment
• SMPTE Compatible
• Flexible Install Options
• Field Re-instatement Solutions
• Ergonomic Design
• High Performance
• Easy Clean Interface
• Non-contact Optics
• High reliability/durability
• IP 67 Sealing
• Worldwide Support