Kramer 673T User manual

Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
Models:
673T, HD-SDI Optical Transmitter
673R, HD-SDI Optical Receiver

Contents
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Contents
1Introduction 1
2Getting Started 1
2.1 Quick Start 2
3Overview 3
3.1 Recommendations for Achieving the Best Performance 4
4Your HD-SDI Optical Transmitter and Receiver 4
4.1 Your 673T HD-SDI Optical Transmitter 4
4.2 Your 673R HD-SDI Optical Receiver 5
5Connecting the 673T and 673R Transmitter/Receiver System 6
6Technical Specifications 8
Figures
Figure 1: 673T HD-SDI Optical Transmitter 4
Figure 2: 673R HD-SDI Optical Receiver 5
Figure 3: Connecting the 673T/673R Transmitter/Receiver System 7
Tables
Table 1: 673T HD-SDI Optical Transmitter Features 5
Table 2: 673R HD-SDI Optical Receiver Features 5
Table 3: Technical Specifications of the 673T and the 673R 8

Introduction
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1 Introduction
Welcome to Kramer Electronics! Since 1981, Kramer Electronics has been
providing a world of unique, creative, and affordable solutions to the vast
range of problems that confront the video, audio, presentation, and
broadcasting professional on a daily basis. In recent years, we have redesigned
and upgraded most of our line, making the best even better! Our 1,000-plus
different models now appear in 11 groups1
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer DigiTOOLS® 673T HD-SDI
Optical Transmitter and/or 673R HD-SDI Optical Receiver which are ideal
for:
that are clearly defined by
function.
•Home theater, presentation and multimedia applications
•Long range multimedia distribution for cinemas, stores, and entertainment
centers
•Video production and broadcast facilities
•Retail stores and other point-of-sale systems
The package2
•673T and 673R
includes the following:
•2 power adapters (5V DC Input)
•This user manual3
2 Getting Started
We recommend that you:
•Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging
materials for possible future shipment
•Review the contents of this user manual
•Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables4
1 GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Switchers and Matrix Switchers; GROUP 3: Control Systems; GROUP 4:
Format/Standards Converters; GROUP 5: Range Extenders and Repeaters; GROUP 6: Specialty AV Products; GROUP 7:
Scan Converters and Scalers; GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors; GROUP 9: Room Connectivity; GROUP 10: Accessories
and Rack Adapters; GROUP 11: Sierra Products
2 Each package consists of a transmitter and receiver set. Each item in the set is rendered to work specifically with each other,
so two separate sets should not be mixed
3 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from the Internet at http://www.kramerelectronics.com
4 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com

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Getting Started
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2.1 Quick Start
This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps.

Overview
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3 Overview
The 673T is a high-performance fiber optic transmitter for 3G HD-SDI,
HD-SDI, SDI, and dual-link SDI signals. The unit converts up to four
channels of serial digital signals on gold-plated BNC connectors to light
pulses that are transmitted over a single multimode fiber optic cable to a 673R
receiver that converts them back to serial digital signals.
The 673T and 673R pair has a transmission range of 1000 meters (more than
3,200ft).
Both the 673T and 673R:
•Feature a maximum data rate of up to 3Gbps, enabling it to be used for
standard definition, high definition and the new 3G high definition serial
digital video signals (SD/HD-SDI)
•Feature a single multimode OM3 fiber optic with SCconnectors
•Include four HD-SDI signals on gold-plated BNC connectors each for the
transmitter and the receiver
•Support SDI, HD-SDI, 3G HD-SDI and dual-link1
•Are strictly regulated in accordance with Class 3R Laser Eye Safety in
compliance with ANSI Z136 and IEC 60825-1:2007
and support data rates
of 270Mbps, 1483.5Mbps, 1485Mbps and 2970Mbps
•Feature HDTV compatibility
•Include cable equalization up to 350m for SD2signals, 140m for 1.5GHz
HD3
•Feature fiber optic, output and input indication LEDs
signals, and 120m for 3GHz HD signals
•Include reclocking and equalization on each channel
•Include 5V DC power adapters and housing in Kramer DigiTOOLS®
enclosures
•Can be rack mounted in a 1U rack space with the optional RK-3T rack
adapter4
1 Using two BNC connectors per signal
2 Standard Definition (SD) means an NTSC or PAL compatible video format, consisting of 480 (for NTSC) or 576 (for PAL)
lines of interlaced video
3 High Definition (HD) means a video format, consisting of 720 active lines of progressive video or 1080 lines of progressive
or interlaced video
4 Up to three machines, side-by-side

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Your HD-SDI Optical Transmitter and Receiver
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3.1 Recommendations for Achieving the Best Performance
To achieve the best performance:
•Connect only good quality connection cables, thus avoiding interference,
deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise-
levels (often associated with low quality cables)
•Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances and position your
673T and 673R away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust
Caution – No operator-serviceable parts inside unit.
Warning – Use only the Kramer Electronics input power
wall adapter that is provided with this unit1
.
Warning – Disconnect power and unplug unit from wall
before installing or removing device or servicing unit.
4 Your HD-SDI Optical Transmitter and Receiver
This section describes the:
•673T HD-SDI Optical Transmitter, see section 4.1
•671R HD-SDI Optical Receiver, see section 4.2
4.1 Your 673T HD-SDI Optical Transmitter
Figure 1 and Table 1 define the 673T HD-SDI Optical Transmitter:
Figure 1: 673T HD-SDI Optical Transmitter
1 For example, part number 2535-052002

Your HD-SDI Optical Transmitter and Receiver
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Table 1: 673T HD-SDI Optical Transmitter Features
#
Feature
Function
1 5V DC +5V DC connector for powering the unit
2 OPTIC CABLE Connector Connects to the optical connector on the 673R via
multimode fiber cable
3 SDI IN BNC Connector Connects to the SDI source (from 1 to 4)
4 CONNECTED INPUT LEDs Lights when a valid input is connected (from 1 to 4)
5 FIBER Lights when the fiber optic cable is connected
6 ON LED Illuminates when receiving power
4.2 Your 673R HD-SDI Optical Receiver
Figure 2and Table 2define the 673R HD-SDI Optical Receiver:
Figure 2: 673R HD-SDI Optical Receiver
Table 2: 673R HD-SDI Optical Receiver Features
#
Feature
Function
1 5V DC +5V DC connector for powering the unit
2 OPTIC CABLE Connector Connects to the optical connector on the 673R via
multimode fiber cable
3 SDI OUT BNC Connector Connects to the SDI acceptor (from 1 to 4)
4 CONNECTED OUTPUT LEDs Illuminates to show the valid input signals connected on
the transmitter (from 1 to 4)
5 FIBER Illuminates when the fiber optic cable is connected
6 ON LED Illuminates when receiving power

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Connecting the 673T and 673R Transmitter/Receiver System
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5 Connecting the 673T and 673R Transmitter/Receiver System
To connect1the 673T and 673R, as illustrated in the example in Figure 3, do
the following:
1. Connect up to four SDI sources (for example video players and/or HD-SDI
cameras) to the four SDI IN connectors.
2. Connect the four SDI OUT connectors to up to four SDI acceptors (for
example, HD-SDI displays).
3. Remove the dust caps and connect the OPTIC CABLE connector of the 673T
to the OPTIC CABLE connector of the 673R, via OM3 cabling2
4. Connect the 5V DC power adapter to the power socket on each unit and
connect the adapter to the mains electricity (not shown in
(maximum
range of 900 meters (2950ft)).
Figure 3).
Avoid direct eye exposure into the optic connectors when powered, although
this product is regulated strictly enough to operate under the Laser Class 3R
for eye safety
1 You do not have to connect all the inputs and outputs
2 With SC connectors

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Figure 3: Connecting the 673T/673R Transmitter/Receiver System

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Technical Specifications
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6 Technical Specifications
Table 3 includes the technical specifications1
Table 3: Technical Specifications of the 673T and the 673R
.
673T 673R
INPUTS: 3G HD-SDI/HD-SDI/SDI/Dual-link SDI
serial video, 75Ω on BNC
connectors
1 optical connector
OUTPUTS: 1 optical connector 3G HD-SDI/HD-SDI/SDI/Dual-link SDI
serial video, 75Ω on BNC connectors
BANDWIDTH: Supports up to 3Gbps bandwidth for each input
FIBER OPTIC
EXTENSION: Up to 1000m (>3200 feet) for 3G HD-SDI
INPUT CABLE
EQUALIZATION (673T): 350m for SDI, 140m for HD-SDI, 120m for 3G HD-SDI
FIBER-OPTIC
CONNECTION: SC connectors for multimode (OM3) fiber cable
INDICATOR LEDs: VIDEO, SOURCE, FIBER and ON LEDs
POWER SOURCE: 5V DC, 520mA 5V DC, 780mA
DIMENSIONS: 12cm x 7.95cm x 2.76cm (4.7" x 3.1" x 1.08", W, D, H)
WEIGHT: 0.3kg (0.67lbs) approx. each
ACCESSORIES: 2 power supplies, bracket installation kit
OPTIONS: RK-3T 19" rack mount
1 Specifications are subject to change without notice