The SDI Video SFP series delivers real‑time optical transmission for professional video signals across SMPTE compliant serial digital interfaces (SDI).
Available for HD‑SDI (1.485 Gbps), 3G‑SDI (2.97 Gbps), 6G‑SDI (5.94 Gbps), and 12G‑SDI (11.88 Gbps), these hot‑pluggable SFP modules enable broadcasters and system integrators to extend uncompressed video and embedded audio over single‑mode or multi‑mode fiber up to 80 km without latency or signal degradation.
Technical Specifications
- Video Standards: SMPTE 259M (SD‑SDI) • 292M (HD‑SDI) • 424M (3G‑SDI) • 2081 (6G‑SDI) • 2082 (12G‑SDI)
- Data Rates: 143 Mb/s to 11.88 Gb/s continuous
- Wavelength Options: 850 nm (MMF) • 1310/1550 nm (SMF) • CWDM 1270–1610 nm
- Connector: Dual LC or Simplex LC (for BiDi variants)
- Transmission Distance: up to 40 km (HD/3G) or 80 km (12G optical)
- Jitter Tolerance: ≤ 100 ps RMS for broadcast sync stability
- Optical Budget: 10–22 dB (depending on rate and distance)
- Power Consumption: ≤ 1.5 W (typical TX/RX pair)
- Digital Diagnostics: DDM/DOM per SFF‑8472 for real‑time monitoring
- Operating Temperature: 0 ~ +70 °C (standard) / ‑40 ~ +85 °C (industrial)
Main Features
- Compliant with SMPTE video standards from SD‑SDI to 12G‑SDI (11.88 Gbps)
- Available as Transmitter (TX), Receiver (RX), or Transceiver modules
- Low jitter, low latency signal path for broadcast and production use
- Supports multi‑rate auto‑adaptive operation 143 Mb/s – 12 Gb/s
- Integrated re‑clocking and equalization for long‑haul fiber transport
- Hot‑pluggable SFP form factor for HDV routers, SDI crosspoints, and encoders
- Compatible with AJA, Blackmagic Design, Ross, Nevion, Evertz, and Grass Valley SDI interfaces
- Optional BiDi version for single‑fiber TX/RX with 1310/1550 nm pairing
Applications
- Broadcast studio and OB van optical links
- Camera to base station video extension over fiber
- 12G/6G/3G/HD‑SDI video router and converter interfaces
- Long‑distance signal transport for live production and sports venues
- Video monitoring and contribution networks
- Fiber‑based AV integration in broadcast, medical, and industrial imaging
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FAQ – SDI Video SFP Modules
1. What is an SDI Video SFP module?
An SDI SFP module is a hot‑pluggable optical transceiver designed for transporting SMPTE compliant video (SD, HD, 3G, 6G, and 12G SDI) over fiber without compressing the signal.
2. Which video rates do MEFiber SDI SFPs support?
They support multi‑rate operation from 143 Mb/s through 11.88 Gb/s, covering SD‑SDI, HD‑SDI, 3G‑SDI, 6G‑SDI, and 12G‑SDI video standards.
3. Can these modules carry uncompressed video and embedded audio?
Yes, all SDI SFP modules transmit uncompressed digital video plus embedded audio and ancillary data defined by SMPTE payload standards.
4. What fiber types and distances are available?
Modules are offered for multi‑mode fiber (850 nm, up to 300 m) and single‑mode fiber (1310/1550 nm up to 40–80 km) depending on link budget and data rate.
5. Do SDI SFPs support re‑clocking and equalization?
Many models include integrated re‑clockers and cable equalization to maintain signal integrity over longer distances and across varied SDI rates.
6. Are these SFPs compatible with standard broadcast equipment?
Yes, they are interoperable with SDI interfaces from major vendors such as AJA, Ross, Blackmagic Design, Evertz and Grass Valley using SMPTE path compliance.
7. Can I use SDI SFPs in regular network switches or routers?
No; SDI SFPs are video‑optimized and not Ethernet compatible. They must be used in broadcast equipment supporting SDI optical interfaces.
8. What are the advantages of 12G‑SDI optical modules over copper BNC?
12G‑SDI over fiber extends reach to tens of kilometers, reduces EMI, and eliminates the attenuation and weight limitations of traditional BNC coaxial cable for 4K/8K video links.