SFC-9941 | SDI fiber media converter
Compact, point-of-use SDI fiber media converter for signals up to 12G
Designed for tight spaces, rapid deployment, and low channel counts, the SFC-9941 GearLite fiber converter makes it easy to deploy SDI fiber links where and when you need them.
The SFC-9941 provides cost-effective fiber transport for SDI up to 12G, in a compact, point-of-use GearLite form factor. It fits where you need it and extends the practical benefits of fiber to the far edges of your workflow, including places like stage boxes, flight cases, cameras, monitoring points and more.
The benefits of fiber optics for SDI transport include longer attainable distances, smaller and lighter cabling, immunity to electrical interference, and electrical isolation between endpoints. The SFC-9941 makes these benefits accessible while occupying minimal space and keeping costs low.
One enclosure, multiple applications
The SFC-9941 can be a fiber transmitter, receiver or bi-directional transceiver depending on the SFP you install. Standardize on one hardware platform, then select the SFP that fits the deployment today, with the flexibility to change it later if requirements change.
Ross optical solutions from core to edge
Build a consistent optical workflow across your facility. With Ultrix and ULTRIX-MOD-SFP at the core, the SFC-6901 for openGear modular workflows, and the GearLite SFC-9941 for far endpoints. Ross covers SDI fiber transport from core to edge to point of use.
- Compact, point-of-use design for tight spaces
The small form factor fits where rack-mounted gear can’t, making it ideal for low channel-count links to the outer points of your workflow. - Available TX, RX, or bi-directional operation
One enclosure can be provisioned as transmit, receive, or bi-directional, defined by the SFP you install. Simplify ordering, spares, and redeployment. - SFP options for 270Mb/s to 3G or 12G SDI
Select SFPs for SDI rates from 270Mb/s up to 3G or 12G, to match budget and bandwidth needs. Singlemode fiber connectivity enables links up to 20 km, depending on fiber loss. - Pristine SDI that goes the distance
A small package does not mean compromised signal performance. The SFC-9941 automatically locks to the detected SDI rate, reclocking SDI before optical transmission and again before electrical output to keep signals stable and clean. - Mounting that fits the production
Use the included brackets for secure screw-mount installation or remove them to access cable-tie attachment points. This makes it easy to secure the SFC-9941 to irregular surfaces and handle quick, ad-hoc setups. - Rugged hardware, secure power
Built for active field and facility use, the SFC-9941 features a rugged metal enclosure and a threaded locking power connector that helps prevent accidental disconnection. - Global power supply included
The included power supply supports wide-range input voltages and ships with swappable plug adapters for common global outlet types, making the SFC-9941 ready for travel, touring, and international installs.
| ORDERING CODE | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|
| SFC-9941 | Standalone mini fiber media converter, houses one Ross SFP (not included, ordered separately, see below) |
| SFP-FIBER-12G-GL | Fiber transceiver SFP, 270Mb/s – 12G, 1310nm laser, standard sensitivity receiver, 20km max |
| SFP-FIBER-3G-GL | Fiber transceiver SFP, 270Mb/s – 3G, 1310nm laser, standard sensitivity receiver, 20km max |
| SFP-FIBER-12G-1T-GL | Fiber single optical transmitter SFP, 270Mb/s – 12G, standard sensitivity receiver, 20km max |
| SFP-FIBER-12G-1R-GL | Fiber single optical receiver SFP, 270Mb/s – 12G, 1310nm laser, 20km max |
| SFC-9941 | |
|---|---|
| Fiber I/O | 1 x SFP+ cage, SFP not included, choose from Ross GearLite series SFPs – see below |
| SDI I/O | |
| Number | 1x input, 1x output – Both ports active with transceiver SFP installed – Input not used with optical receiver SFP installed – Output not used with optical transmitter SFP installed |
| Connector | BNC |
| I/O Return Loss | Compliant to ST 259M, ST 292M, ST 424M, ST 2081, ST 2082 |
| Output Level and Jitter | Compliant to ST 259M, ST 292M, ST 424M, ST 2081, ST 2082 |
| Power | |
| DC Input Connector | Locking (threaded) circular connector, center pin positive. |
| DC Power Supply (included) | Universal 90-264 VAC / 47-63 Hz input Includes international adapters for: – North America – Europlug – United Kingdom – Australia – China (Type A) |
| DC Input Range | 5-16 VDC |
| Power Consumption | Maximum 4 W |
| Physical | |
| Dimensions | With mounting brackets: – 4.42″ x 2.93″ x 1.02″, 112mm x 74mm x 26mm Without mounting brackets: – 4.42″ x 1.71″ x 1.02″, 112mm x 44mm x 26mm |
| Environmental | |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 40℃ |
| SFP-FIBER-12G-GL – 12 Gb/s Bi-Directional Transceiver | |
|---|---|
| Formats | SDI rates from 270 Mb/s to 12 Gb/s |
| Connector | LC/UPC |
| Optical Outputs | 1 |
| Laser Nominal Wavelengths | 1310 nm |
| Laser Type | DFB |
| Laser Optical Power | -5 to 0.5 dBm |
| Optical Inputs | 1 |
| Receiver Wavelength | 1260nm – 1620nm |
| Receiver Type | PIN |
| Receiver Sensitivity | -13 dBm @ 12Gb/s |
| Receiver Maximum Input | -2 dBm |
| SFP-FIBER-3G-GL – 3 Gb/s Bi-Directional Transceiver | |
| Formats | SDI rates from 270 Mb/s to 3 Gb/s |
| Connector | LC/UPC |
| Optical Outputs | 1 |
| Laser Nominal Wavelengths | 1310 nm |
| Laser Type | DFB |
| Laser Optical Power | -6 to -1 dBm |
| Optical Inputs | 1 |
| Receiver Wavelength | 1260nm – 1620nm |
| Receiver Type | PIN |
| Receiver Sensitivity | -19 dBm @ 3Gb/s |
| Receiver Maximum Input | -1 dBm |
| SFP-FIBER-12G-1T-GL – 12 Gb/s Single Transmitter | |
| Formats | SDI rates from 270 Mb/s to 12 Gb/s |
| Connector | LC/UPC |
| Optical Outputs | 1 |
| Laser Nominal Wavelengths | 1310 nm |
| Laser Type | DFB |
| Laser Optical Power | -5 to 0.5 dBm |
| SFP-FIBER-12G-1R-GL – 12 Gb/s Single Receiver | |
| Formats | SDI rates from 270 Mb/s to 12 Gb/s |
| Connector | LC/UPC |
| Optical Inputs | 1 |
| Receiver Wavelength | 1260nm – 1620nm |
| Receiver Type | PIN |
| Receiver Sensitivity | -13 dBm @ 12Gb/s |
| Receiver Maximum Input | -2 dBm |
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