{"product_id":"tethered-drone-fiber-optic-converters-ndaa-compliant","title":"Tethered Drone Fiber Optic Converters – NDAA Compliant","description":"\n  \u003cstyle\u003e\n   \n  #nav-applications h2 {\n    text-align: left;\n    margin-bottom: 30px;\n  }\n    div#nav-tab {\n    display: flex;\n    gap: 10px;\n    border: none;\n}\n  .container {\n    \/* display: flex; *\/\n    flex-wrap: wrap;\n    gap: 20px;\n    justify-content: space-between;\n  }\n  .column {\n    flex: 1 1 calc(33.33% - 20px);\n    background: #fff;\n    padding: 15px;\n    border-radius: 8px;\n    box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.1);\n    box-sizing: border-box;\n  }\n  h3 {\n    margin-top: 0;\n    color: #1f3a93;\n    font-size: 18px;\n  }\n  ul {\n    padding-left: 18px;\n    margin-top: 10px;\n  }\n  li {\n    margin-bottom: 6px;\n    font-size: 14px;\n  }\n    .product-des-img {\n    margin: 10px 0;\n}\n  @media (max-width: 1024px) {\n   .column {\n      flex: 1 1 calc(50% - 20px);\n    }\n  }\n  @media (max-width: 600px) {\n    .column {\n      flex: 1 1 100%;\n    }\n  }\n  \u003c\/style\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Navigation Tabs --\u003e\n  \u003cnav\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"nav nav-tabs mb-3\" id=\"nav-tab\" role=\"tablist\"\u003e\n      \u003cbutton class=\"nav-link active\" id=\"nav-description-tab\" data-bs-toggle=\"tab\" data-bs-target=\"#nav-description\" type=\"button\" role=\"tab\" aria-controls=\"nav-description\" aria-selected=\"true\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/button\u003e \n\t  \u003cbutton class=\"nav-link\" id=\"nav-faq-tab\" data-bs-toggle=\"tab\" data-bs-target=\"#nav-faq\" type=\"button\" role=\"tab\" aria-controls=\"nav-faq\" aria-selected=\"false\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/button\u003e\n      \u003cbutton class=\"nav-link\" id=\"nav-specification-tab\" data-bs-toggle=\"tab\" data-bs-target=\"#nav-specification\" type=\"button\" role=\"tab\" aria-controls=\"nav-specification\" aria-selected=\"false\"\u003eTechnical Specification\u003c\/button\u003e \n      \u003cbutton class=\"nav-link\" id=\"nav-feature-tab\" data-bs-toggle=\"tab\" data-bs-target=\"#nav-feature\" type=\"button\" role=\"tab\" aria-controls=\"nav-feature\" aria-selected=\"false\"\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/button\u003e\n      \u003cbutton class=\"nav-link\" id=\"nav-product-models-tab\" data-bs-toggle=\"tab\" data-bs-target=\"#nav-product-models\" type=\"button\" role=\"tab\" aria-controls=\"nav-product-models\" aria-selected=\"false\"\u003eProduct Models\u003c\/button\u003e\n\t  \u003cbutton class=\"nav-link\" id=\"nav-resources-downloads-tab\" data-bs-toggle=\"tab\" data-bs-target=\"#nav-resources-downloads\" type=\"button\" role=\"tab\" aria-controls=\"nav-resources-downloads\" aria-selected=\"false\"\u003eResources \u0026amp; Downloads\u003c\/button\u003e\n\t  \u003cbutton class=\"nav-link\" id=\"nav-applications-tab\" data-bs-toggle=\"tab\" data-bs-target=\"#nav-applications\" type=\"button\" role=\"tab\" aria-controls=\"nav-applications\" aria-selected=\"false\"\u003ePrimary Applications\u003c\/button\u003e\n      \u003cbutton class=\"nav-link\" id=\"nav-technical-highlights-tab\" data-bs-toggle=\"tab\" data-bs-target=\"#nav-technical-highlights\" type=\"button\" role=\"tab\" aria-controls=\"nav-technical-highlights\" aria-selected=\"false\"\u003eTechnical Highlights\u003c\/button\u003e\n\t  \n\n\t  \n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003c!-- Tab Content --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tab-content p-3 border bg-light\" id=\"nav-tabContent\"\u003e\n      \n      \u003c!-- Description Tab --\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tab-pane fade show active\" id=\"nav-description\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"nav-description-tab\"\u003e\n     \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSecure Fiber Optic Communications for Airborne Operations \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVERSITRON’s VxS1A05 Series is engineered for applications that require dependable, low-latency airborne communications in electronically challenging environments. The platform supports real-time video, telemetry, and command data transmission over fiber, providing stable performance for tactical, industrial, and persistent monitoring operations.\nBy replacing traditional wireless links with fiber optic infrastructure, the system delivers secure, interference-free connectivity for missions where communication integrity is critical.\n\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-des-img\"\u003e\n      \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0810\/5138\/6158\/files\/d.jpg?v=1778585733\" alt=\"air-ground-side\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-overview\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSystem Overview \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nA complete tethered drone deployment includes:\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nVAS1A05  – Air-side unit mounted onboard the drone\u003c\/li\u003e \n\u003cli\u003e\nVGS1A05  – Ground-side unit installed at the operator control station\u003c\/li\u003e \nTogether, the system supports:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 channel of 8-bit uncompressed analog video\u003c\/li\u003e \n\u003cli\u003e1 channel of bi-directional 3.3V TTL\/UART data \u003c\/li\u003e\n\nBoth signals are transmitted over a single simplex single-mode fiber using integrated WDM technology, simplifying deployment while maintaining reliable long-distance communication.\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e Product models \u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003ctable cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" border=\"1\"\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eFunction\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eConnector\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eFiber Cable\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eWavelength\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eRFQ\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eVAS1A05\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eAir Side\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eST Simplex\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSM\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e1310\/1550nm\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/get-a-quote\"\u003eRequest a Quote\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eVGS1A05\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eGround Side\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eST Simplex\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSM\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e1550\/1310nm\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/get-a-quote\"\u003eRequest a Quote\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Use Fiber for Tethered Drone Communications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \nTraditional RF communications can be affected by interference, jamming, congestion, and signal detection. Fiber optic connectivity provides a secure and stable alternative for airborne operations that demand consistent performance.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\nKey advantages include:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImmunity to EMI and RFI \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo signal degradation or video distortion  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-latency real-time communication \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure telemetry and command transmission  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong-distance operation over single-mode fiber  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced vulnerability to jamming and interception \u003c\/li\u003e \n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nThe VxS1A05 Series supports transmission distances up to 80 km, making it suitable for long-range surveillance and infrastructure deployments.\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesigned for Defense, ISR, and Industrial Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e \nThe VxS1A05 platform is built for secure airborne communication across military, industrial, and critical infrastructure environments.\nTypical applications include:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMilitary ISR operations \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTactical surveillance systems \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBorder and perimeter monitoring \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndustrial inspection drones \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInfrastructure and utility monitoring \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOil and gas facility inspection \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePersistent airborne observation platforms \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecurity and surveillance networks \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\nIts lightweight airborne module and rugged ground-side converter allow the system to integrate easily into fixed, mobile, or field-deployed operations.\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Capabilities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VxS1A05 Series supports:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8-bit uncompressed analog video transmission \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNTSC, PAL, and SECAM video formats  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBidirectional 3.3V TTL\/UART communications  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimplex single-mode fiber infrastructure  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated WDM optical transport  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal-time low-latency transmission  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroadcast-quality video performance  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe platform is optimized for stable operation in environments where EMI, RFI, and electronic congestion can impact wireless communication systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNDAA-Compliant Secure Communication Platform\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe VxS1A05 Series is designed to support secure airborne communications for defense and critical infrastructure applications requiring NDAA-compliant technology solutions.\nIts fiber-based architecture provides reliable command, control, video, and telemetry transport for deployments operating in high-interference or electronically contested environments.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTrusted Fiber Optic Solutions Since 1958\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince 1958, VERSITRON has delivered fiber optic communication solutions for military, industrial, and critical infrastructure applications. The VxS1A05 Series continues that tradition with secure, rugged communication technology engineered for modern airborne operations.\nFor pricing, lead times, and integration assistance, contact VERSITRON today at sales@versitron.com or 1-800-537-2296.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\t  \n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003c!-- Technical Specification Tab --\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tab-pane fade\" id=\"nav-specification\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"nav-specification-tab\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eTechnical Specifications of VAS1A05 and VGS1A05 : Tethered Drone Fiber Optic Converters – NDAA Compliant\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003ctable cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" border=\"1\"\u003e\n          \u003ctbody\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"244\" valign=\"top\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eVideo Input\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"330\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e2 Volt pk-pk (75 Ohms)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"244\" valign=\"top\"\u003eInput\/Output Channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"330\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e1\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"244\" valign=\"top\"\u003eBandwidth\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"330\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e5 Hz – *MHz\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"244\" valign=\"top\"\u003eBit Resolution\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"330\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e8 – Bit\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"244\" valign=\"top\"\u003eDifferential Gain\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"330\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u0026lt; ±1%\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"244\" valign=\"top\"\u003eDifferential Phase\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"330\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u0026lt; ±1°\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"244\" valign=\"top\"\u003eTilt\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"330\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u0026lt; 1%\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"244\" valign=\"top\"\u003eS\/N Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"330\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e60dB (Weighted)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"244\" valign=\"top\"\u003eNumber of Fibers\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"330\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e1\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"244\" valign=\"top\"\u003eWavelength - VAS1A05\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"330\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e1310\/1550nm Single-mode\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"244\" valign=\"top\"\u003eWavelength - VGS1A05\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"330\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e1550\/1310nm Single-mode\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"244\" valign=\"top\"\u003eData Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"330\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eTTL \/ UART\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"244\" valign=\"top\"\u003eTTL Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"330\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e3.3V\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"244\" valign=\"top\"\u003eData Channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"330\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e(1)Bi-Directional\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"244\" valign=\"top\"\u003eBit Error Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"330\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e10⁻⁹\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"244\" valign=\"top\"\u003eOptical Connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"330\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eST\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"244\" valign=\"top\"\u003eVideo + Data\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"330\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e4-Pin JST-GH Female\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"244\" valign=\"top\"\u003ePower\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"330\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e2-Pin JST-eSFH Female\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"244\" valign=\"top\"\u003ePower Supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"330\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e5.5~26VDC\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"244\" valign=\"top\"\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"330\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u0026lt;5W\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"244\" valign=\"top\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"330\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e1.97 x 1.14 x 0.51 Inches\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"244\" valign=\"top\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"330\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e0.58 ounces, 16.4 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"244\" valign=\"top\"\u003eMTBF\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"330\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u0026gt;100,000 Hours\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"244\" valign=\"top\"\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"330\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e-35°C to +65°C\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"244\" valign=\"top\"\u003eStorage Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"330\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e-45°C to +85°C\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"244\" valign=\"top\"\u003eRelative Humidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd width=\"330\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e0% to 95% (non-condensing)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n        \u003c\/table\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003c!-- Key Features Tab --\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tab-pane fade\" id=\"nav-feature\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"nav-feature-tab\"\u003e\n        \u003ch2\u003eKey Features of VAS1A05 and VGS1A05 : Tethered Drone Fiber Optic Converters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eDesigned for Tethered Drone Platforms\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eCompact, ultra-lightweight form factor (only 16.4 g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eOptimized for airborne and ground installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003ePlug-and-play operation with no optical or electrical adjustments\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eBroadcast-Quality Video Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eSupports NTSC, PAL, and SECAM\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e8-bit digitally encoded, uncompressed video\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e60 dB SNR with ultra-low differential gain and phase\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eSecure, EMI-Immune Communications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eImmune to EMI, RFI, and electromagnetic detection\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eIdeal for defense and ISR missions in contested environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eReliable Long-Distance Operation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eSingle-mode fiber transmission up to 20 km\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eST connector, simplex fiber\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eWDM architecture for higher reliability\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eDefense-Ready Compliance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eNDAA Compliant\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eMade in the USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eEngineered for defense, military, and critical infrastructure use\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003c!-- Primary Applications Tab --\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tab-pane fade\" id=\"nav-applications\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"nav-applications-tab\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe VxS1A05 Series is widely deployed across military, surveillance, industrial, and infrastructure monitoring programs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eDefense \u0026amp; ISR\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\t\u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eDefense \u0026amp; military tethered drone systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eISR and persistent surveillance platforms\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eTactical Reconnaissance Operations \u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eBorder Security Drone Systems \u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\t\t\n\t\t\u003cp\u003eIndustrial \u0026amp; Commercial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\t\u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eIndustrial Inspection and Monitoring Drones \u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003ePower Utility Drone Monitoring\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eOil \u0026amp; Gas Inspection Platforms \u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eCommercial Security Surveillance Systems \u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\t\t\n\t\t\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003c!-- Product Models Tab --\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tab-pane fade\" id=\"nav-product-models\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"nav-product-models-tab\"\u003e\n        \u003ch2\u003eProduct Models\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \n      \u003ctable cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" border=\"1\"\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eFunction\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eConnector\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eFiber Cable\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eWavelength\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eRFQ\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eVAS1A05\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eAir Side\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eST Simplex\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSM\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e1310\/1550nm\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/get-a-quote\"\u003eRequest a Quote\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eVGS1A05\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eGround Side\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eST Simplex\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSM\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e1550\/1310nm\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/get-a-quote\"\u003eRequest a Quote\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n      \n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\t  \n\t  \n\t   \u003c!-- Product Models Tab --\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tab-pane fade\" id=\"nav-resources-downloads\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"nav-resources-downloads-tab\"\u003e\n      \n     \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0810\/5138\/6158\/files\/VERSITRON_VxS1A05_DRONE_UNITS.pdf?v=1778580967\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eVERSITRON VxS1A05 DRONE UNITS \u003c\/a\u003e\n      \n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\t  \n\t  \n\t  \n\n      \u003c!-- Technical Highlights Tab --\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tab-pane fade\" id=\"nav-technical-highlights\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"nav-technical-highlights-tab\"\u003e\n        \u003ch2\u003eTechnical Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eVideo Bandwidth:  5 Hz – 8 MHz  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVideo Input: 2 Vp-p (75 Ω)   \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eData Interface: 3.3V TTL \/ UART (bi-directional)   \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperating Temp: -35°C to +65°C   \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMTBF: \u0026gt;100,000 hours  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLED indicators for instant system status monitoring  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\t  \n\t  \n\t   \u003c!-- faq Tab --\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tab-pane fade\" id=\"nav-faq\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"nav-faq-tab\"\u003e\n\t  \u003cdiv class=\"faq-section-metafield\"\u003e\n\t   \u003cdiv class=\"faq-wrapper\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cbutton class=\"faq-question\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003eWhat is a tethered drone fiber optic converter?\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"faq-icon\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/button\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-inner\"\u003e\n       A tethered drone fiber optic converter is a communication device that transmits video and data signals between a drone and a ground station over fiber optic cable instead of RF wireless links.\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cbutton class=\"faq-question\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003eWhy use a fiber converter for tethered drones instead of wireless RF?\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"faq-icon\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/button\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-inner\"\u003e\n       A fiber converter for tethered drones eliminates EMI, RF interference, signal congestion, and jamming risks while providing secure low-latency communications.\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cbutton class=\"faq-question\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003eIs the VxS1A05 an NDAA compliant drone fiber converter?\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"faq-icon\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/button\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-inner\"\u003e\n        Yes. The VxS1A05 Series is an NDAA compliant drone fiber converter designed for military, defense, and critical infrastructure applications.\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cbutton class=\"faq-question\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003eDoes this system support military drone video over fiber?\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"faq-icon\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/button\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-inner\"\u003e\n      Yes. The platform supports secure military drone video over fiber transmission with 8-bit uncompressed analog video transport.\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cbutton class=\"faq-question\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003eWhat type of video formats are supported?\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"faq-icon\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/button\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-inner\"\u003e\n        The converter supports NTSC, PAL, and SECAM formats and functions as an analog video fiber converter for drones.\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cbutton class=\"faq-question\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003eDoes the system support UART and TTL communications?\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"faq-icon\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/button\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-inner\"\u003e\n        Yes. The VxS1A05 operates as both a UART fiber converter for drones and a TTL fiber converter for drones with bi-directional 3.3V TTL\/UART support.\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \n  \n  \n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cbutton class=\"faq-question\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003eWhat transmission distance does the system support?\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"faq-icon\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/button\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-inner\"\u003e\n        This 80km fiber optic drone transmission platform supports long-distance communications over simplex single-mode fiber.\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \n  \n   \n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cbutton class=\"faq-question\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003eCan the system operate in EMI-heavy environments?\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"faq-icon\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/button\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-inner\"\u003e\n        Yes. The VxS1A05 is engineered for EMI immune drone communication and provides secure deterministic fiber connectivity.\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \n   \n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cbutton class=\"faq-question\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003eIs this suitable for ISR and surveillance drones?\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"faq-icon\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/button\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-inner\"\u003e\n      Absolutely. The system is optimized for fiber optic ISR drone communication, persistent surveillance, and tactical reconnaissance operations.\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e \n  \n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cbutton class=\"faq-question\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003eIs the VxS1A05 made in the USA?\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"faq-icon\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/button\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-inner\"\u003e\n        Yes. The VxS1A05 Series is a made in usa drone fiber converter solution engineered and manufactured for defense and industrial applications.\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \n   \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cbutton class=\"faq-question\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003eWhat is the function of the VAS1A05 Air-Side Unit in a fiber tethered drone system?\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"faq-icon\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/button\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-inner\"\u003e\n        The VAS1A05 is the airborne module mounted directly onboard the drone and functions as the air side drone fiber converter in the deployment. This compact airborne fiber optic converter transmits 8-bit uncompressed analog video and bi-directional 3.3V TTL\/UART data over simplex single-mode fiber. As part of a secure fiber tethered drone system, the VAS1A05 enables reliable low-latency communications for ISR, surveillance, and industrial drone applications.\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \n  \n   \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n    \u003cbutton class=\"faq-question\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003eWhat does the VGS1A05 Ground-Side Unit do in a tethered drone fiber optic converter system?\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"faq-icon\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/button\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-inner\"\u003e\n        The VGS1A05 is the operator-side module installed at the control station and serves as the ground side drone fiber converter within the tethered drone fiber optic converter system. It receives real-time video and telemetry transmitted from the drone while supporting secure bi-directional communications over fiber optic cable. The VGS1A05 operates as a dependable ground station fiber optic converter for defense, ISR, industrial inspection, and persistent surveillance drone deployments.\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\t\u003c\/div\u003e\n\t\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/nav\u003e\n","brand":"Versitron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52027548270894,"sku":"VxS1A05","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0810\/5138\/6158\/files\/VxS1A05_WHITE_BACKGROUND_-_NEW.jpg?v=1778582133","url":"https:\/\/www.versitron.com\/products\/tethered-drone-fiber-optic-converters-ndaa-compliant","provider":"Versitron","version":"1.0","type":"link"}