Overview of Blackmagic Design Studio Fiber Interface for the Camera Fiber Converter
The Blackmagic Design Studio Fiber Converter is a bi-directional fiber optic interface for the Blackmagic Camera Fiber Converter. Able to communicate with a Camera Fiber Converter up to 1.6 miles away, the Studio Fiber Converter can be implemented in OB vans, television studios, and large venues to carry video, audio, communication, and control signals over a single SMPTE fiber connection. On the rear panel, SDI connections for HD or UHD 4K video and HD return feeds are available. Audio breaks out from the four XLR connections. Additional connections include reference in and out, PTZ and intercom/tally on D connectors, Ethernet, and SFP fiber (requires separately available SFP cage). The front panel features a lone SMPTE fiber connector for the Camera Fiber Converter and a 5" display.
Blackmagic fiber converters work with standard SMPTE 311M hybrid electrical and fiber optic cables with standard SMPTE 304 connectors on each end. These cables feature a 2 way fiber pair, data pair and power pair, along with a central strength member that gives it the needed durability for continuous use. Once plugged in, the Blackmagic Studio Fiber Converter automatically performs safety checks and then powers up, sending an industry standard 200 volts of power over the SMPTE cable for the camera and accessories. This means you can install cameras in remote locations without having to worry about power drops over long distances. Both the studio and camera converters at each end have dedicated micro controllers that continuously monitor power status. The converters communicate with each other to ensure that both a stable optical signal is present and that the power supply is operating within safe parameters. If a damaged cable or an earth leak is detected, the power is instantly shut down to eliminate any danger to personnel.
Features:
- Connects to Camera Fiber Converter
- For HD and UHD 4K Productions
- Bi-Directional SMPTE Fiber Link
- XLR Audio Breakout
- Reference and Control Connections
Specifications:
- Optical Fiber Input: 1x SMPTE Hybrid Fiber Optic with Female SMPTE 304 connector.
- SDI Video Input: 3x 12G SDI Return feeds with Program, Camera Control, Tally, Genlock and Intercom on Return 1.
- SDI Video Output: 2x 12G SDI for Ultra HD up to 60p.
- Talkback Audio: SDI Channels 15 and 16 for Production, Analogue in and out supported via 25-pin connector for Production and Engineering talkback support.
- Balanced XLR Audio Outputs: 4x camera analogue audio outputs.
- Optical Fiber Outputs: 1x Optical I/O via 10 Gb-E (not currently active).
- Computer Interface: 1x USB-C.
- HD Video Standards: 720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60, 1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30, 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60, 1080PsF23.98, 1080PsF24, 1080PsF25, 1080PsF29.97, 1080PsF30, 1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60
- Ultra HD Video Standards: 2160p23.98, 2160p24, 2160p25, 2160p29.97, 2160p30, 2160p60
- SDI Compliance: SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 292M, 296M, 372M, 424M Level B, 425M.
- Audio Sampling: Television standard sample rate of 48Khz, 24 bit A/D conversion.
- Video Sampling: 4:2:2
- Color Precision: 10-bit
- Color Space: REC 709, REC 2020.
- Multiple Rate Support: SDI switches between HD, 3G-SDI, 6G-SDI and 12G-SDI.
- Software Included: Camera Utility for firmware update.
- Operating Systems: Mac 10.14 Mojave, Mac 10.15 Catalina or later, Windows 8.1 and 10.
- Power Supply: 110 - 240V AC input.
- Operating Temperature: 0° to 50° C (32° to 122° F)
- Storage Temperature: -20° to 45° C (-4° to 113° F)
- Relative Humidity: 0% to 90% non-condensing
- What's Included: Blackmagic Studio Fiber Converter. SD card with software and manual
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