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Mobile Fibre Optic System PROBE

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Description

The Bluebell PROBE is a rugged portable fibre optic system specifically designed for OB, ENG and SNG applications. It has been designed to be used as a “throw-down” box and connected to a truck via a Military Tactical Fibre Optic Cable for the ingest of news, sport and concerts in any outside broadcast environment. The unit can be configured for almost any combination of Video, Audio and Data and multiples thereof. A typical setup might be 2 x HD-SDI Program video feeds, Black and Burst Genlock and RS232 Control for connection to a remote camera head. The unit can be supplied with any type of fibre optic connector to suit the application including SMPTE 311 Hybrid Cables, Neutrik OpticalCON, Hermaphroditic or standard SC, FC connectors. Applications have been found with many Outside Broadcast vehicles, special event companies and in pre-fibred venues. Units can also be used in conjunction with standard Bluebell BC100 frames, Blueboxes or BC323 stand alone units. Bluebell PROBE offers a flexible fibre optic transport solution for field operation.

Specification

General Specifications
Dimensions     -BASE3

-BASE6

270 x 246 x 124 mm (External)

165 x 350 x 180 mm (External)

Temp Range -30 to +70 0C
Humidity Range Up to 95%
Input Voltage 6 V d.c. @ 1.5A max and/or
Input Voltage IEC mains 110/240 V

depending upon configuration ordered

Conformities
EMI/RFI 89/336/EEC
Electrical EN61000-6-1, EN61000-6-2 Complies with Class 1 laser product
RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC
Laser Safety Complies with Class 1 laser product

24 CFR 1040.10 & 1040.11

Warranty 5 years
IP Rating IP67 before configurating on base case

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Ordering info

PROBE-BASE3 A ruggedized portable fibre optic system ideally suited to OB, ENG and SNG applications specifically designed for use as a “throw down” box. The unit can be configured for any combination of video, audio and data.

Add any combination of up to 3 standard BC Series cards to the base unit. Powered via 4 pin XLR DC input. Power supplied by PS12 external PSU.

PROBE-BASE6 A ruggedized portable fibre optic system for any combination of up to 6 standard BC Series cards
For alternative connectors and options please contact the Sales Office with your requirements.
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