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The Cobalt® Blue Box™ BBG-EO-MK2 Coax-to-Fiber throw-down converter unit is a new part of the BlueBox™ group of compact, rugged, and portable converter boxes. Super-easy to use, Blue Box BBG-EO-MK2 supports SMPTE 424M, 292M, and 259M as well as ASI and MADI audio. Auto-mode EQ/reclocking automatically sets to the signal type being received while allowing unrecognized formats to be safely passed without reclocking (auto-reclock can also be manually disabled). Its wide operating range (from 5Mbps to 3Gbps) flexibly supports most professional digital serial communications. Fully error-free pathological pattern operation is fully compatible with other professional fiber video interfaces. An SFP-based EO converter provides state-of-the-art fiber performance, power consumption, and compactness.
BBG-EO-MK2 receives its operating power via a USB connection or using an AC adapter connection. These power sources can be simultaneously used to provide redundant power sourcing.
Key Features
Full support of 5Mbps thru 3Gbps transport conversions, with seamless auto-mode EQ/ reclocking. No switches to set for different payloads.
Compatible with SMPTE 424M, 292M, 259M, 310M, M2S, DVB-ASI, and MADI audio
Input lock status indicator. Optical Tx power meter field allows optical Tx confidence assessment.
Error-free pathological support. Full compatibility with other BlueBox™ Coax/Fiber units and Cobalt 9400-series openGear® frame-installed fiber cards.
Compact size and low weight design easily affixes directly to camera or host device chassis. Optional BBG-MB mounting bracket provides rigid, secure mounting to mounting surfaces.
SFP-based EO converter provides state-of-the-art fiber performance, power consumption, and compactness.
Available with ST, LC, or FC fiber termination
Auxiliary reclocked coax BNC input copy output
Powers directly from host equipment USB or standard corded power adapter. USB power and corded adapter can be simultaneously used to provide redundant power sourcing.
Rugged construction backed with a five-year warranty
Specifications
Power
5-16 VDC, 2.4 W
DC Power Connectors
USB Mini and coaxial locking connector (for use with supplied Cobalt power adapter)
Standards/Data Rates Supported
SMPTE 424M, 292M, 259M, 344M, 305M, DVB-ASI
5Mbps to 3Gbps pathological pattern operation
(does not support AES-3id audio or other standards using data rates < 5Mbps)
Inputs
(1) 75Ω BNC. Reclocking automatically engaged for recognized signal standards; bypassed for unrecognized standards.
Outputs
(1) Fiber output. FC, ST, or LC connectors per ordered configuration (see Ordering Info)
Wavelength: 1310 nm
Power: -5.0 dBm (min)
(1) 75Ω BNC input copy. Reclocking automatically engaged for recognized signal standards; bypassed for unrecognized standards.
Return Loss: >18 dBm up to 270 MHz
Dimensions (WxHxD)
5.5” x 3” x 1” (including connector projections)
(139 x 77 x 26 mm)
Operating Temperature Range
32°F to 122°F
(0°C to 50°C)
Note: Specifications subject to change.
Diagrams
Block Diagram
Note: Device includes one PS4 Power Supply (AC adapter). Power supplies listed below are for replacement or spares purposes:
- PS4 Universal Power Supply, UL/CSA. Input: 100-240V, 60/50 Hz. Output: 5 VDC @ 12 Watts
- PS5 Universal Power Supply, IEC Connector, CE/UL/CSA. Input: 100-240V, 60/50 Hz. Output: 5V, 2A (International Power Supply. Specify country of destination.)
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