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Second-generation transmitters and receivers

Communication Networks (ComNet) has introduced its second generation of digital fibre optic video and data transmitters and receivers. The FVT1031UTC and FVR1031UTC Series support up-the-coax protocols for use over multimode or single-mode optical fibre. According to the company, these new models are 10-bit, all-digital, single-fibre designs that offer outstanding video performance and provide RS-250C short-haul quality video. According to Victor Milani, ComNet VP of Product Management, "Video with up-the-
July 24, 2012 Read time: 1 min
Communication Networks (30 ComNet) has introduced its second generation of digital fibre optic video and data transmitters and receivers. The FVT1031UTC and FVR1031UTC Series support up-the-coax protocols for use over multimode or single-mode optical fibre. According to the company, these new models are 10-bit, all-digital, single-fibre designs that offer outstanding video performance and provide RS-250C short-haul quality video.

According to Victor Milani, ComNet VP of Product Management, "Video with up-the-coax data capabilities fibre optic products are used in applications where camera PTZ control is required. Just about every camera manufacturer offers some model that requires PTZ control. We at ComNet test our products to work with 686 Pelco Coaxitron, 598 Panasonic Proteus and 311 Bosch Bylinx. These are PTZ products whose control data is transported with the video over a coaxial cable. The major advantage the ComNet FVTFVR1031UTC provides is exceptional video quality."

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