Mini 12G-SDI Fiber Converter 4K@60Hz Tally & RS485 80km Hot-Swappable

Mini 12G-SDI to Fiber Converter with Tally and RS485 Supports hot swapping and hot plugging

SDI Fiber Extender Overview:

Features

• Multi-Channel Audio Support

  • Each 12G-SDI channel carries 8 embedded audio tracks, enabling synchronized audio-video transmission for professional broadcast applications

• Intelligent Signal Processing

  • Features automatic cable equalization and integrated reclocking technology that locks to SMPTE data rates from 270Mbps to 11.88Gbps, ensuring optimal signal integrity

• Comprehensive Standards Compliance

  • Supports full SMPTE standards including ST-2082-1 (12G), ST-2081-1 (6G), ST-424 (3G), ST-292 (HD) and ST-259 (SD) for universal compatibility

• Extended Transmission Performance

  • Enables flexible transmission distances from minimum 10km to maximum 80km using advanced WDM/CWDM/DWDM technology with superior optical dynamic range

• Broadcast Control System

  • Integrates tally signaling and backward RS485 control, supporting real-time camera status indication and remote device management in production environments

• Maintenance-Optimized Design

  • Supports hot-swappable operation and hot-pluggable connectivity, enabling system maintenance and component replacement without service interruption

• Ultra HD Video Support

  • Delivers uncompressed broadcast-quality transmission for 4K UHD (3840×2160@60Hz) and legacy formats including 1080P, 1080i, and 720P resolutions

• Universal Camera Compatibility

  • Maintains direct compatibility with 12G/6G/3G-SDI camera systems, ensuring seamless integration with both current and legacy broadcast equipment

Application Scenarios

• Mobile Broadcast Productions
  Enables ultra-high-definition signal transmission for outside broadcast vehicles and portable production setups, supporting 12G-SDI camera feeds with tally control and RS485 camera management in space-limited installations

• Live Event Coverage
  Facilitates compact camera integration for sports events and concert productions, delivering 4K@60Hz signals with embedded multi-channel audio and real-time tally indication through miniaturized fiber links

• Electronic News Gathering
  Supports field news production systems with compact form factor, transmitting 12G-SDI camera signals with tally data and camera control for rapid deployment scenarios

• Studio Camera Systems
  Enables space-efficient installation in television studios and production control rooms, providing 4K signal extension with tally signaling and equipment control capabilities

• Aerial Broadcasting Applications
  Supports drone broadcasting systems and helicopter news coverage, offering lightweight fiber transmission with camera control and status monitoring for aerial camera platforms

• Medical Imaging Networks
  Provides high-resolution video transmission for surgical microscopy and medical imaging systems, ensuring signal reliability in space-constrained medical environments

• Education & Training Facilities
  Enables compact production systems for university broadcasting programs and training centers, supporting professional 4K production with integrated control features

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Established in 2001 & headquartered in Shenzhen, E-link China Technology Co., Ltd. (E-link) is a leading manufacturer of fiber optic communication and video transmission products in China.

Our main products include:

• Fiber Media Converters
• Industrial Ethernet PoE switchs
•  PoE Injectors & Splitters
• PoE Extenders
• Serial Fiber Converters
• SFP Transceivers
• HDMI Fiber Converters
• DVI Fiber Converters
• HD/3G/6G/12G Fiber Extenders
• CCTV Fiber Optic Converters
• HDMI/ DVI/ VGA/ SDI Ethernet Extenders

With rich experience in providing high quality products in the
telecom and CCTV business, E-link has a large manufacturing factory
in Shenzhen, able to provide cost-effective solutions 

to serve our customers successfully.



   

   

                                                                   
                                                                  
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Since the launch of our products in domestic and international
markets, we have won a good reputation for our high-quality
products and sincere services. Our products are widely applied to

• System of Telecom
• Public Security
• Bank
• Smart City
• Public transportation
• New Energy Developing
• CCTV Monitoring Transmission

We also provide ODM & OEM services and we have cooperated with some famous companies all
over the world. Our own brand "E-link" is also well known in many countries and have distributors there.





   





















































                                                                   
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E-Link quality:

• ISO9001 Quality System
• CE, RoHS, FCC certified 
• 48 hours of weathering test before delivery
• Conduct full-spectrum environmental and electrical testing on all product designs

   





Our knowledgeable sales, technical support and engineering
personnel are dedicated to understanding your needs and designing
products and solutions to meet your needs. We would be happy to
provide you with the best price, quality products and fast
delivery.