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GeckoFlex 8945EDA HD/SD Equalizing Distribution Amplifier

The 8945EDA module is a single HD/SD equalizing distribution amplifier. It provides eight outputs and can equalize up to 125 meters of Belden 1694A cable for HD-SDI. It can be used to distribute either HD-SDI or SD-SDI, making it ideal for mixed-format applications or installations where an upgrade is planned.

  • Eight output HD-SDI or SD-SDI equalizing distribution amplifier
  • 100% DVB ASI compliant
  • Remote control and monitoring via Ethernet frame interface
  • Distributing HD signals or supporting HD/SD rate-agile installations
  • Installations that will upgrade to HD
  • Distribution of non-standard wideband signals

Supported Frame Types
GeckoFlex frame


Power Rating
2.5 Watts – single slot


Inputs
HD/SD-SDI: One input
Input equalization (Belden 1694A):

  • Up to 125m HD-SDI
  • Up to 330m SD-SDI

Return loss: >15 dB 0.004 to 1.5 GHz
Formats supported: 1080i @ 59.94, 50, 720p @ 59.94, 50, 480i @ 59.94 (NTSC) 576i @ 50 (PAL-B)
DVB ASI: Yes
Input type supported:

  • SMPTE 259 M
  • 292-M
  • 344-M (270, 1483.5 and 1485_Mb/s)

Input type selection: Manual only between HD and SD/ASI


Performance
Electrical length: <5 ns


Outputs
HD/SD-SDI: Eight outputs
Return loss:

  • >15 dB, 5 to 270 MHz
  • >10 dB to 1.5 GHz

Signal level: SDI 800 mVp-p ±10%
DVB ASI: Eight non-inverted outputs


Distribution
Equalizing: Active/bypass
Output mode: 1x8
Input type selection: Manual only between HD and SD/ASI


Control and Monitoring
SNMP: Yes
Web page configuration: Yes
Local configuration: Yes
Newton™ support: Yes
NetConfig™ support: Yes
NetCentral® support: Yes

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GeckoFlex 8945EDA HD Front Equalizing Distribution Amplifier Data Sheet

Posted Nov 17 2010 (MOD-4017M-5 8945EDA) File Size: 203.4 KB

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