MuxLab Broadcast 500734 User manual

94-000843-A
SE-000843-A
6G-SDI EXTENDER OVER FIBER
500734
500734-SM10
500734-SM40
500734-SM80
Installation & Operation Manual

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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.
Overview
1.1.
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 500734-
SM80).
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.
Technical Specifications
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. Requires a 5dB attenuator for
distances less than 33,000ft (10km).
•Model 500734-SM80: Up to 264,000ft (80km) via
singlemode fiber. Requires a 10dB attenuator for
distances less than 115,500ft (35km).
Compliance
FCC, CE, RoHS
Power
12VDC, 1.25Amp
External Power Supply with US, UK & Euro blades
Temperature
Operating: 0° to 40°C Storage: -20° to 85°C
Humidity: Up to 95% non-condensing
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
Table 2 Transmitter Connectivity
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 3 Receiver Connectivity