GeckoFlex 8947RDA-FR Fiber-Ready HD/SD Reclocking Distribution Amplifier

The 8947RDA-FR is an HD/SD reclocking distribution amplifier, with automatic format detection. It provides eight reclocked 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 signals, making it ideal for mixed-format applications or installations where an upgrade is planned.

Supporting up to two fiber connections, this module is ready for either fiber-in or fiber-out applications. It can also distribute eight non-inverted DVB ASI outputs, making it ideal for receiving signals from distant downlinks or transmitting to remote uplinks.

Key Features
  • Eight-output HD-SDI or SD-SDI reclocking distribution amplifier
  • Fiber-ready architecture supports up to two optional connections
    • 100% DVB ASI compliant
    • High connectivity density: eight coaxial outputs and fiber option
  • Remote control and monitoring via Ethernet frame interface
Application
  • Distributing HD signals or HD/SD in rate-agile installations
  • Installations that will upgrade to HD
  • Combining HD, SD, or ASI distribution with long-distance, isolating fiber connection
  • As a fiber receiver or transmitter in single-channel-per-module applications
Specifications

Supported Frame Types
GeckoFlex frame


Power Rating
4.1 Watts – single slot


Inputs
HD/SD-SDI:

  • Input equalization: up to 125m HD-SDI, up to 330m SD-SDI (Belden 1694A)
  • Return loss: >15 dB 0.004 to 1.5 GHz

Optical: Single-mode (optional)
Formats supported: 1080i @ 59.94, 50, 720p @ 59.94, 50, 480i @ 59.94 (NTSC) 576i @ 50 (PAL-B)
DVB ASI: Yes


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%
  • Output jitter: for input with < 0.1 UI jitter, the output jitter complies with the SMPTE 259M & 292M standards

Optical: Single-mode (optional)
DVB ASI: Eight non-inverted outputs


Performance
Electrical length: <10 ns (reclocking enabled) <5 ns (reclocking bypassed)


Distribution
Equalizing: Active/bypass
Reclocking: Active/bypass
Manual input selection: Coax In, fiber 1, fiber 2 (with optional fiber input option)
Input format selection: Automatic/manual


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

Additional Product Documents
Distribution Amplifiers
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