The OTX 1712 is a compact analog SYNC or NTSC/PAL composite video to fiber optic transmitter. This device is specifically designed to combat the restrictions involved with the distribution of broadcast quality analog reference and composite video signals over long distances.
When paired with the fiber optic receiver ORX 1702 you have a very cost effective optical transmission system for analog SYNC reference signals or NTSC/PAL composite video. This device is particularly useful for reference sync distribution between remote installations to maintain correct synchronization.
Unlike other very basic analog to fiber conversion solutions, the OTX 1712 incorporates technology to maintain a very high degree of sync and burst phase stability during the conversion and fiber transmission.
The module converts the NTSC/PAL video signal to an SDI signal (including reference and other relevant information) before it is converted to fiber. Therefore when the OTX 1712 is used for NTSC or PAL video sources it is possible to convert the fiber signal directly to SDI if required using an SDI receiver (e.g. ORX 1802).
The OTX 1712 provides a passive loop output and support for LC, ST or SC singlemode fiber connections. An LC version suitable for multimode fiber is also available.
Key Features
- Supports analog black burst, bi-level, tri-level sync signals and NTSC and PAL composite video
- Passive loop output
- Broadcast quality performance
- Error free optical transmission
- Versions for LC, ST or SC fiber connections
- Multimode version available
- Up to 10km* (6.2 miles*) singlemode
- Up to 300m* (984 feet*) multimode
- Supports hot swapping and hot plugging
*Distance is an approximation. Actual distances achieved can be longer or shorter depending on the type of cable. Determine link losses and perform optical budget calculations to ensure correct operation
Ordering Information
| UPC / EAN | Model | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 4250479320345 | OTX 1712 LC | Analog Sync / Video Fiber Transmitter SMF (LC Connector) |
| 4250479320369 | OTX 1712 SC | Analog Sync / Video Fiber Transmitter SMF (SC Connector) |
| 4250479320376 | OTX 1712 ST | Analog Sync / Video Fiber Transmitter SMF (ST Connector) |
| 4250479359673 | OTX 1712 MM | Analog Sync / Video Fiber Transmitter MMF (LC Connector) |
| Options | ||
| 4250479329041 | RFR 1200 | 1RU 19″ Chassis for 14 yellobriks |
| 4250479315013 | RFR 1001 | Single Module Mounting Bracket |
| 4250479314016 | P-TAP 1000 | P-TAP Battery Power Adapter Cable |
| 4250479314009 | XLR-1000 | 4 Pin XLR Battery Power Adapter Cable |
Analog Video Input:
- 1x Analog video on 75 Ohm BNC connector
- 1x Passive loop output on 75 Ohm BNC connector
- VIDEO input = NTSC composite SMPTE 170M / PAL composite CCIR624
Supported Sync formats
- SYNC input = Analog black burst / SDTV Bi-level / HDTV Tri level
- 525/625 Bi-level sync
- Analog tri-level sync SMPTE ST 274, ST 296
- 720p 50/59.94/60Hz
- 1080i 50/59.94/60Hz
- 1080p 23.97/24/25/29/30Hz
- 1080psf 23.97/24
Electrical Return Loss:
- 31dB to 10MHz
Optical Output:
1 x fiber optic output:
- Simplex (Singlemode) LC/PC, ST/PC, or SC/PC connection or
- Simplex (Multimode) LC/PC connection
- SMPTE 297M – 2006
Wavelength:
- OTX 1712 LC /ST/SC = 1310nm (Singlemode)
- OTX 1712 MM = 850nm (Multimode)
Optical power:
- OTX 1712 LC/ST/SC = -5dBm (Singlemode)
- OTX 1712 MM = -5dBm (Multimode)
- TX active LED on side of module
Max. distance*
- OTX 1712 LC/ST/SC 10km* (6.2 miles*) @ 3Gbit/s (Singlemode)
- OTX 1712 MM 300m* (984 feet*) @ 3Gbit/s (Multimode)
Power
- +12V DC @ 3.4W nominal – (supports 8 – 24V DC input range)
- Power Present LED on side of module
Physical Size: (including connectors)
- Metric:140mm x 42mm x 22mm
- Inches: 5.51” x 1.65” x 0.86”
Weight:
- 125g (4.4oz)
Operational Temperature Range:
- Ambient 5 – 40ºC (41 – 104ºF) 90% Humidity (non-condensing)
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*Distance is an approximation. Actual distances achieved can be longer or shorter depending on the type of cable. Determine link losses and perform optical budget calculations to ensure correct operation

