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Lightware SW4-OPT-TX240RAK

Multimode Single Fiber Extender with Bi-directional RS-232

SW4-OPT-TX240RAK extends HDMI 1.4, DVI 1.0, HDCP and bidirectional RS-232 signals over one multimode fiber and transmit video signal with embedded audio to a distance of up to 2500 meters.

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Technical Specifications

USB
mini USB-B
GPIO
8-pole Phoenix
Fiber:
50/125 SC Multimode (preferred) or 62.5/125 SC Multimode
Power:
Twist-to-lock DC connector (2.5 / 5.5 mm)
Warranty:
3 years
CONNECTORS
Compliance:
CE
Dimensions:
221 W x 100.4 D x 26 H mm
Enclosure:
1 mm metal
Audio input:
1x 3.5 mm jack, 1x 5-pole balanced Phoenix
EDID memory:
factory preset, 15 user programmable
Serial port
3-pole Phoenix
Video delay:
0 frames
EDID support:
256 byte Extended EDID v1.3
Fiber output:
SC receptacle
Power supply:
External power adaptor (100 to 240V AC, 50/60Hz) (5V DC, 1A)
Video inputs:
2x HDMI, 1x DisplayPort connectors
Video outputs:
1x HDMI connector
EDID emulation:
yes, Advanced EDID Management
Max Resolution:
Up to 4K UHD 3840×2160@30Hz, 1600x1200@60Hz, FullHD 1920x1080@60Hz, 1080p@120Hz
Ethernet control
1x RJ45
Low speed lanes:
911; 980 nm
Video Data rate:
9 Gbps per colour
High speed lanes:
778; 800; 825; 850 nm
HDCP pass through:
yes
Laser wavelengths:
6channel CWDM
Front panel control:
Video and audio input select button, ShowMe button
Optical loss budget:
8 dBm (worst case)
RS-232 pass through:
yes, bi-directional 9.6, 14.4, 19.2, 38.4, 57.6 kBauds
Analog audio input level
max 4dBu
Analog audio input volume
-95.625 dB … 0 dB, in steps of 0.375 dB
Transmitter output OMA**:
-6.25 dBm (worst case)
Laser class specification:
Class 3R
Receiver OMA** sensitivity:
-14.25 dBm (worst case)

SW4-OPT-TX240RAK extends HDMI 1.4, DVI 1.0, HDCP and bi-directional RS-232* signals over one multimode fiber and transmit video signal with embedded audio to a distance of up to 2500 meters.

The extender was designed to handle HDMI1.4 and DP1.1 digital video signals and analog stereo audio from local inputs or HDMI embedded audio up to eight channel PCM or HBR audio. Analog audio is converted into digital format. The device has a local HDMI video output for monitoring. The video and the embedded audio of the local output is the same as the one transmitted via the OPT link. SW4-OPT-TX240RAK handles HDCP encryption.

Using the factory, custom or transparent EDID emulation the user can fix and lock EDID data on each input connector. Advanced EDID Management forces the required resolution from any video source and fixes the output format conforming to the system requirements. The unit offers bi-directional and transparent RS232

The device can be mounted on a rack shelf or used standalone. SW4-OPT-TX240RAK is compatible with both OPT series extenders and matrix switchers.

The device features Pixel Accurate Reclocking, a Lightware technology to eliminate jitter and skew generated by low quality sources and multiple daisy-chained devices.

Single fiber technology makes these units fully HDMI and HDCP compliant without need of a second fiber cable or copper connections. The bi-directional communication required for HDCP handshaking is performed via the same fiber core that transmits the video signal.

Galvanic isolation between source and display helps avoiding ground loops and hum effects. No delay occurs in the signal during optical conversion, the video image is transported without frame latency. This feature is crucial in 3D applications and systems where audio is processed separately.

All devices among the Lightware fiber optical product portfolio are designed to assure cross-compatibility. In a standalone application, SW4-OPT-TX240RAK and HDMI-OPT-RX200R can work together flawlessly. To simplify installation and reduce costs, The Lightware hybrid modular matrix concept allows connecting this fiber extender directly to an MX or a 25G Hybrid matrix router using MX-HDMI-OPT series input or output optical boards.

Applications

  • Long distance lossless HDMI or DVI signal transmission
  • Ground loop isolation
  • Professional AV systems, conference rooms
  • High End home cinema
  • Yacht installations 

  • Built-in Event Manager control automation feature
  • Autoselect modes to automatically switch video and audio (first detect, last detect, priority)
  • Supports HDMI 3D signal formats (frame packing, side-by-side and top-bottom)
  • 1920x1080@120Hz/4:4:4, 4096x2160@30Hz/4:4:4 or 60Hz/4:2:0 maximum resolutions (300MHz)
  • HDMI 1.4, HDCP 1.4 and DVI 1.0 compliant
  • HDCP enable/disable function on input
  • HDCP 1.4 compliant
  • Bi-directional RS-232 extension (pass-through and control)
  • Uncompressed video up to 9 Gbps datarate (300 MHz pixel clock)
  • No signal latency, zero frame delay
  • Extends HDMI 1.4, USB KVM and RS-232 signals over one multimode fiber cable
  • Adjustable analog audio settings (volume, gain, balance)
  • Single Fiber Technology
  • USB KVM (HID) extension
  • Audio embedding from 3.5mm jack or 5-pole balanced Phoenix connector
  • Firmware upgrade through USB
  • Supports all embedded audio formats (including PCM, Dolby Digital and DTS high bitrate audio)
  • Extension distance up to 2500 meters (with OM3 fiber, 1920x1080p60)
  • Cross compatible with OPT series Lightware fiber extenders and I/O boards
  • Advanced EDID Management
  • Pixel Accurate Reclocking
  • Command injection on RS-232 and IR ports
  • GPIO control ports
  • Multiple TCP/IP connections
  • Intuitive control software for device configuration
  • Front panel buttons for crosspoint control
  • Device control via Ethernet (TCP/IP), RS-232 and USB
  • CEC support (pass-through)
  • Supports HDMI 4K signal formats (4K UHD @30Hz RGB 4:4:4 or @60Hz YUV 4:2:0, up to 9 Gbps)
  • No video compression
  • Built-in video test pattern generator
  • Local monitor output on transmitter
  • Twist-and-lock DC power connector
  • Status LEDs (fiber link, signal and HDCP detect)
  • Frame Detector (analyze detailed video timings)
  • External universal power adaptor
  • 5-pole Phoenix balanced analog audio connectors
  • 3,5mm audio jack input
  • Mounting options for rack, furniture or truss

USBmini USB-B
GPIO8-pole Phoenix
Fiber:50/125 SC Multimode (preferred) or 62.5/125 SC Multimode
Power:Twist-to-lock DC connector (2.5 / 5.5 mm)
Warranty:3 years
CONNECTORS
Compliance:CE
Dimensions:221 W x 100.4 D x 26 H mm
Enclosure: 1 mm metal
Audio input:1x 3.5 mm jack, 1x 5-pole balanced Phoenix
EDID memory:factory preset, 15 user programmable
Serial port 3-pole Phoenix
Video delay:0 frames
EDID support:256 byte Extended EDID v1.3
Fiber output:SC receptacle
Power supply:External power adaptor (100 to 240V AC, 50/60Hz) (5V DC, 1A)
Video inputs:2x HDMI, 1x DisplayPort connectors
Video outputs:1x HDMI connector
EDID emulation:yes, Advanced EDID Management
Max Resolution:Up to 4K UHD 3840×2160@30Hz, 1600x1200@60Hz, FullHD 1920x1080@60Hz, 1080p@120Hz
Ethernet control1x RJ45
Low speed lanes:911; 980 nm
Video Data rate:9 Gbps per colour
High speed lanes:778; 800; 825; 850 nm
HDCP pass through:yes
Laser wavelengths:6channel CWDM
Front panel control:Video and audio input select button, ShowMe button
Optical loss budget:8 dBm (worst case)
RS-232 pass through:yes, bi-directional 9.6, 14.4, 19.2, 38.4, 57.6 kBauds
Analog audio input level max 4dBu
Analog audio input volume-95.625 dB … 0 dB, in steps of 0.375 dB
Transmitter output OMA**:-6.25 dBm (worst case)
Laser class specification:Class 3R
Receiver OMA** sensitivity:-14.25 dBm (worst case)

About Penguin Media Solutions

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