VersiVision Analog Video

VersiVision Analog Video Fiber Converter Products

The VersiVision 1-channel video installation kit provides the equipment required to convert one analog CCTV video signal to fiber optic transmission.

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The 2-channel installation kit provides a complete solution for transmitting two analog CCTV video signals over fiber optic cable.

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The 4-channel installation kit allows four analog video signals to be transmitted over fiber, providing a centralized solution for multi-camera surveillance installations.

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The 8-channel installation kit provides fiber optic transmission for up to eight analog CCTV video signals, making it suitable for larger surveillance systems.

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The 16-channel installation kit provides a higher-density solution for transmitting up to sixteen analog video signals over fiber optic cable.

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The VersiVision FVC18 rackmount chassis provides centralized housing for compatible one-, two-, four-, and eight-channel video converter modules. The chassis can accommodate up to 18 modules for higher-density installations.

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Analog Video over Fiber

VersiVision video fiber converters provide a complete optical transmission path between analog video cameras and monitoring or recording equipment.

A typical installation consists of:

Analog CCTV Camera → Video Transmitter → Fiber Optic Cable → Video Receiver → Monitoring Equipment

The transmitter accepts the analog video signal from the camera through a BNC connection and converts the signal into an optical format for transmission over fiber.

At the receiving end, the receiver converts the optical signal back into the original video format for connection to compatible monitoring or recording equipment.

This architecture allows analog CCTV systems to take advantage of the longer transmission distances and interference immunity provided by fiber optic cable.

How Video to Fiber Converters Work

VersiVision analog video converters use digital encoding to transmit broadcast-quality video over fiber optic cable.

The analog video signal from the CCTV camera enters the transmitter through a BNC connector.

The analog video signal is digitally encoded for transmission.

The digitally encoded video is converted into an optical signal and transmitted over fiber optic cable.

The receiver receives the optical signal at the opposite end of the fiber link.

The receiver converts the optical transmission back into the original video format for connection to the monitoring or recording equipment.

This process allows analog video signals to be transmitted over much longer distances than conventional coaxial video cabling.

Key Features of VersiVision Video Fiber Converters

Depending on the model, VersiVision analog video fiber converters provide:

• 8-bit uncompressed digital video transmission
• NTSC, PAL, and SECAM compatibility
• Long-distance fiber transmission
• Multimode and single-mode fiber options
• Wide optical dynamic range
• No EMI or RFI interference
• No video distortion from fiber transmission
• No optical adjustments required
• No electrical adjustments required
• LED indicators for system monitoring
• Plug-and-play installation
• Standalone operation
• Rackmount installation
• Hot-pluggable modules for compatible FVC18 chassis installations
• 1-, 2-, 4-, 8-, and 16-channel configurations

PTZ Camera and Data Control

For surveillance systems using pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) cameras, VERSITRON offers video fiber converter configurations with additional data interfaces.

Depending on the application, available interfaces include:

• RS-485
• RS-422
• RS-232

These interfaces can allow camera control data to be transmitted along with the video signal.

If your surveillance application requires PTZ control or another serial data interface, contact VERSITRON to determine the appropriate configuration.

Fiber Optic Video Installation Kits

VERSITRON video-to-fiber installation kits are designed as complete solutions for converting analog CCTV video to fiber optic transmission.

Depending on the selected kit, the package includes:

• Video transmitter
• Video receiver
• Power supplies
• Fiber optic cable

The installation kits are available with 100 meters of multimode or single-mode fiber cable, depending on the application.

This provides a convenient solution for installations where the customer needs the major components required to establish a video-over-fiber connection.

Why Use Fiber for Analog Video?

Fiber optic transmission offers several advantages for long-distance CCTV and analog video applications.

Fiber optic cable allows analog video signals to be transmitted over significantly longer distances than traditional coaxial cabling.

VERSITRON VersiVision systems can support transmission distances of up to 30 km without optical attenuation, depending on the configuration.

Fiber optic cable is immune to electromagnetic and radio-frequency interference.

This makes fiber particularly valuable in environments with electrical equipment, power infrastructure, industrial machinery, or other potential sources of interference.

Fiber transmission eliminates many of the interference and grounding issues associated with long copper video connections.

Digitally encoded video can be transmitted over fiber while maintaining the quality of the original video signal.

Multi-channel configurations allow multiple analog cameras to share a fiber-based transmission infrastructure.

Choosing the Right Video Fiber Converter

The appropriate VersiVision configuration depends primarily on the number of cameras, fiber type, transmission distance, and installation requirements.

Standalone or Rackmount Installation

VERSITRON VersiVision video converters can be deployed as standalone units or installed in the FVC18 18-slot rackmount chassis, depending on the application.

Standalone converters are well suited for smaller surveillance systems or installations where only a limited number of video channels are required.

For larger installations, the FVC18 chassis provides centralized housing for multiple compatible video converter modules.

The chassis can accommodate a combination of one-, two-, four-, and eight-channel modules, allowing the system to be configured according to the number of video channels required.

Hot-pluggable modules also simplify maintenance and system expansion.

Applications of Analog Video over Fiber

VersiVision video fiber converters are used in a variety of environments where analog video must be transmitted reliably over long distances.

Fiber optic video converters provide long-distance connections between analog CCTV cameras and centralized monitoring or recording systems.

Video and security monitoring systems can use fiber to connect remote cameras to centralized security operations.

Fiber can provide reliable video transmission in industrial environments where electromagnetic interference and electrical noise may affect copper video connections.

Video fiber converters can provide optical transmission for compatible analog video applications in broadcast environments.

Large casino facilities can use fiber optic video transmission to connect distributed surveillance cameras to centralized monitoring locations.

Fiber-based CCTV transmission can connect cameras throughout large correctional facilities while providing long-distance, interference-resistant video links.

Fiber optic video transmission can provide reliable connections for surveillance and monitoring systems used in government and defense environments.

Analog CCTV to Fiber Conversion

VERSITRON provides a complete approach to extending legacy analog CCTV systems over fiber.

Instead of replacing existing analog cameras simply because long-distance transmission is required, a video-to-fiber converter can be installed between the camera and the fiber infrastructure.

Existing Analog Camera → VersiVision Transmitter → Fiber → VersiVision Receiver → Existing Monitoring System

This allows existing analog video equipment to remain in service while adding the benefits of fiber optic transmission.

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Frequently Asked Questions

A video-to-fiber converter converts an analog video signal into an optical signal for transmission over fiber optic cable. A receiver at the opposite end converts the optical signal back into a video signal.

VERSITRON VersiVision analog video converters support NTSC, PAL, and SECAM video signals.

VERSITRON offers 1-, 2-, 4-, 8-, and 16-channel configurations.

The supplied specifications identify transmission distances of up to 30 km without optical attenuation, depending on the system configuration.

Yes. VersiVision installation kits are available with multimode fiber configurations.

Yes. Single-mode configurations are available for applications requiring longer-distance transmission.

Yes. VERSITRON offers configurations with RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485 interfaces for applications requiring camera control data.

Yes. Compatible VersiVision modules can be installed in the FVC18 18-slot rackmount chassis.

No. The supplied specifications identify the VersiVision systems as plug-and-play and state that no optical or electrical adjustments are required.

Yes. A video-to-fiber converter can be installed between an existing analog camera and the fiber optic network, allowing the existing camera to communicate over fiber.

VersiVision Analog Video over Fiber from VERSITRON

VERSITRON VersiVision analog video fiber converters provide a practical way to extend existing CCTV and surveillance systems over fiber optic cable.

With 1-, 2-, 4-, 8-, and 16-channel configurations, multimode and single-mode options, standalone and rackmount installation, and support for NTSC, PAL, and SECAM video formats, VersiVision provides flexible solutions for analog video transmission across a wide range of applications.

From a single remote CCTV camera to a centralized multi-channel surveillance system, VERSITRON can provide the video-to-fiber equipment needed to build a reliable optical transmission link.

All VERSITRON VersiVision analog video fiber converters are backed by a lifetime warranty and free technical support.

For help selecting the appropriate channel configuration, fiber type, transmission distance, or PTZ data interface for your application, contact VERSITRON at 1-800-537-2296 or speak with our technical team.