Overview
The SilverBack-VB System has been engineered to bring a lower cost and smaller footprint solution to a wider range of camera platforms and applications. The SilverBack-VB provides a robust, full bandwidth fiber optic link between any 12G 4K or HD camera and your truck, control room, or “video village” position. The system puts all of the signals needed for multicamera 4K/UHDTV production onto a single tactical or SMPTE hybrid fiber cable, ensuring robust, trouble-free connectivity on any studio or remote production. The system can transport up to one 12G-SDI and one 3G-SDI signal bi-directionally between the camera and Base Station. Full camera control is provided by the camera manufacturer’s control panel via serial or a 10/100/ GigE Ethernet path. Genlock, Intercom, Tally and GPIO are also provided. Pair with the JUICE-48 power supply and operate on a hybrid cable and provide power to the camera or use lightweight, robust tactical fiber and power the camera locally for the lowest cost solution.
New Small Footprint Base Station
The Silver-back-VB system uses a 1RU half rack width enclosure reducing rack space requirements and shipping costs for flypacks and rentals. Status LEDs on the front panel provide peace of mind that signals are flowing.
MultiDyne Innovation
The SilverBack-VB’s system design is modular so a system can be built with various types, amounts, and directions of I/O’s. A representative signal flow is shown. The SilverBack-VB incorporates the proven connectivity solutions of MultiDyne’s decades of experience outfitting production environments for OB vans and production control rooms to create a finely tuned solution for 4K/ UHDTV multi-camera production.
One Cable, Multiple Uses
The SilverBack-VB can operate on lightweight tactical fiber cable, or with SMPTE hybrid fiber cable to deliver all of your signals and the power to run your camera and accessories.
Specifications:
SDI Video
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Interface |
SMPTE ST259, ST292, ST425, ST2081, ST2082 |
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Data Rate |
270Mbps, 1.5Gbps, 3Gbps, 6Gbps, 12Gbps |
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Number of Channels (Cam to Base) |
1 to 2, depending on particular model ordered |
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Number of Channels (Base to Cam) |
1 to 2, depending on particular model ordered |
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Input/Output Level |
800mVp-p |
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Input/Output Impedance |
75 Ohms |
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Connector, Camera Unit |
HDBNC |
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Connector, Base Unit |
BNC |
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Embedded Audio Supported |
Yes |
Video, Genlock
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Type |
Analog Black Burst, HD Tri-Level |
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Impedance |
75 Ohms |
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Level |
1Vp-p |
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Connector, Camera Unit |
HDBNC |
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Connector, Base Unit |
BNC |
Intercom
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Number of Channels |
2 |
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Interface |
4-Wire |
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Headset MIC Type |
Dynamic |
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Headset MIC Impedance |
200 Ohms nominal |
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Level, 4-Wire |
+4dBu nominal, +24dBu max. |
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Connector, Headset |
miniXLR-5 |
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Connector, Base Unit |
MDR Connector Supplied With Unit (Break Out to XLR Available) |
Serial Data (Control)
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Type |
RS232, RS422, LANC |
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Number of Channels (bidirectional) |
2 |
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Data Rate |
1Mbps max |
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Connector, Camera Unit |
HD15 |
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Connector, Base Unit |
HD15 |
Ethernet
| Data Rates | 10/100/1000 Base-T |
| Connector | RJ45 Cat5e |
Tally/GPIO
|
Number of Channels (Base to Cam) |
2 |
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Number of Channels (Cam to Base) |
2 |
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Input type |
Short to GND or TTL Low to Activate |
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Output Type |
Relay Contact Closure (30V, 2A max) |
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Connector, Camera Unit |
HD15 |
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Connector, Base Unit |
HD15 |
Timecode
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Type |
SMPTE/EBU LTC |
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Input |
Unbalanced, 15Vp-p max |
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Output |
Unbalanced, 3Vp-p max |
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Connector, Camera Unit |
HDBNC |
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Connector, Base Unit |
BNC |
Electro-Optical
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Operating Wavelengths |
1271-1611nm |
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TX Laser Output Power |
0dBm (Class 1 Laser) |
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Receiver Sensitivity |
-24dBm(1.25G), -20dBm(3G), -14dBm(12G) |
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Optical Budget* |
16dB (3G models), 10dB (12G models) |
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Fiber Compatibility |
Single-mode |
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Available Optical Connector Types |
opticalCON DUO, SMPTE 304M, ST, LC |
* The number, quality, and cleanliness of all fiber cables and interconnection points in the fiber path will affect the maximum usable cable length.
| Power Input, Base Unit |
2.5mm Jack Center Pin Locking Connector |
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Power Consumption, Base Unit |
TBD |
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Power Input, Camera: | |
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Remote Power |
Hybrid Fiber Connector, 54 VDC From JUICE-48 |
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Local Power |
Battery Mount (Anton Bauer or V-Mount), 11-17 VDC |
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Power Consumption, Camera Unit |
30W max |
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Total Power Available From Camera Unit via Hybrid Fiber for Camera & Accessories* |
14V (nominal), 150W max When used with the JUICE-48 |
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Auxiliary Power Outputs From Camera Unit |
2 |
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Connector Type |
D-Tap |
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Power Output |
14V (nominal), 5A max (each) |
* Maximum powered Hybrid Fiber distance varies and is determined by the size of the hybrid cable and the overall system power requirements. Power consumption of the camera, viewfinder, lens, and any other accessories will effect maximum available power at any given distance.
Specifications
Key Highlights
- All Signals on One Cable
- Bi-Directional Video
- 10+Km Operation
- 4-Wire Intercom
- Gold or V-Mount Option
- Integrated Tally
- Rugged, Lightweight, and Compact Design
