Product Manual
The SCORPION-X18 Media Processing Platform is a high density signal conversion, routing, aggregation and transport platform capable of simultaneously transporting video, audio, Ethernet and data over traditional dark fiber and/or 10/25/40/100GbE networks. Using SCORPION I/O Mini Modules the SCORPION-X18 is highly flexible and can accommodate 12G/6G/3G/HD/SD-SDI, DVB-ASI, 10/100/1000MbE, 10GbE, Analog/AES/MADI audio, HDMI, Intercom, serial data and Telco interfaces. An onboard 12G crosspoint allows uncompressed routing internal to the chassis.
Up to 18x front-facing fiber or electrical SFPs allow for signal conversion, or additional signal I/O to and from the chassis. Optional media conversion to IP is available through a network adapter module. When multiple 3606 frames are combined, the transport platform becomes ultra-scalable to define point-to-point, ring, and hub-and-spoke configurations enabling the sharing of content across different sites.
Features
- High density fully modular 1RU form factor
- All-in-one platform to handle all signal conversion, routing and transport needs
- Up to 18x front-facing SFP+ ports for fiber or electrical I/O
- 18x I/O module slots for additional I/O and signal types
- 12G-SDI cross-point to facilitate maximum flexibility of all I/O
- Dual 10/25/40/100GbE front-facing QSFP trunk ports
- +NETAD Network Adapter Module supporting SMPTE ST 2022-6 and will support SMPTE ST 2110
- Simultaneous IP and Dark Fiber Transport into and out of SCORPION-X18
- Supports MSA SFP transceivers as well as dual transmitter, dual receiver SFP configurations
- Diverse Signal Types such as 12G/6G/3G/HD/SD-SDI, DVB-ASI, 10/100/1000/10G Ethernet, Analog/AES/MADI audio, HDMI, Intercom, serial data and Telco interfaces
- Main and Redundant Power Modules and External Power Supply
- -48V DC option available
- Test Signal Generation
- Multiple control options including SNMP, Web Access and Control panels
Specifications
| System | |
|---|---|
| Density | 18x front-facing SFPs 18x SCORPION I/O rear-facing Mini Module slots Dual 10/25/40/100GbE trunk ports |
| Impedance | Dependant on SCORPION I/O Mini Module (see appropriate specifications) |
| Connector | Dependant on SCORPION I/O Mini Module (see appropriate specifications) |
| Communication and Control | |
|---|---|
| Ethernet | SNMP over IEEE 802.3/U (10/100/1000 BaseTx), RJ-45 connector |
| Control | SNMP, Web Access and Control Panels |
| Electrical Inputs/Outputs | |
|---|---|
| Connector | Dependant on SCORPION I/O Mini Module (see appropriate specifications) |
| Impedance | Dependant on SCORPION I/O Mini Module (see appropriate specifications) |
| Reference | |
|---|---|
| Number of Inputs | 1 looping |
| Connector | BNC IEC 61169.8 Annex A |
| Reference Inputs | Analog 625 or 525, Tri-Level HD |
| Impedance | 75Ω |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 1.8"H x 19"W x 13.875"D |
| Module Capacity | 18x Evertz SFP modules 18x SCORPION I/O Mini Modules |
| Operating Temperature | 0-50°C |
| Electrical | |
|---|---|
| Power Supply Configuration | Dual External Supplies (primary/secondary) |
| Voltage | DC Input 48V DC (external power supplies requires 110 – 220V AC, 50/60Hz) |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 280 watts |
| Connectors | 4-pin Male XLR |
| Status Indicators | SCORPION-X18-PS status LEDs (each per power supply tray) |
| Compliance | |
|---|---|
| Safety | CSA Listed, Complies with EU Safety Directive |
| EMC | Complies with FCC part 15, Class A Complies with EU EMC Directives |
| SCORPION-X18-PSX External Power Supply Brick | |
|---|---|
| AC Mains Input | Auto ranging, 100 – 240V AC, 0/60Hz |
| Number of Outputs | 1 |
| Output Voltage | 48V DC |
| Output Connector | 4-pin XLR |
| Max Power Dissipation | 280 watts |
| Status Indicators | Green OK LED |
Ordering Information
| SCORPION-X18 | Media Processing Platform Multiframe with onboard 80x80 12G crosspoint - frame controller not included |
|---|---|
| SCORPION-X18-NPSX | Media Processing Platform Multiframe with onboard 80x80 12G crosspoint - frame controller and power supply not included |
| Accessories | |
|---|---|
| SCORPION-X18-FC | Frame controller for SCORPION-X18 (not included with chassis) |
| SCORPION-18-PSX | External power supply for SCORPION-X18 (order 1 additionally for redundant operation) |
| SCORPION-18-PS | Internal power module for SCORPION-X18 (order 1 additionally for redundant operation) |
| SCORPION-18-PS3 | SCORPION-X18 1RU power supply tray for 3x SCORPION-X18 frames |
| SCORPION-18-PS6 | SCORPION-X18 1RU power supply tray for 6x SCORPION-X18 frames |
| SCORPION-18-FAN | Replacement fan module for SCORPION-X18 |
| WA-XLR4-1FT | XLR power cable, connects SCORPION-X18 to PS6 power tray, 1ft |
| WA-XLR4-3FT | XLR power cable, connects SCORPION-X18 to PS6 power tray, 3ft |
| WA-XLR4-6FT | XLR power cable, connects SCORPION-X18 to PS6 power tray, 6ft |
| Ordering Options | |
|---|---|
| +NETAD | Optional network adapter module (required for trunk connectivity/to run applications) |
| Application Modes | |
|---|---|
| SCORPION-X18-APP-IPG12G | SCORPION-X18 APP supporting 8x8 12G-SDI over 8x 25G trunk interfaces with SMPTE ST 2110 support |
| SCORPION-X18-APP-IPG3G | SCORPION-X18 APP supporting 8x8 3G-SDI over 2x 25G trunk interfaces with SMPTE ST 2110 support |
| SCORPION-X18-APP-J2K-8E2D | SCORPION-X18 APP supporting 8x encodes and 2x decodes of JPEG2000 over 2x 25G trunk interfaces with SMPTE ST 2110 support (JPEG2000 licenses sold separately) |
| SCORPION-X18-APP-J2K-12E | SCORPION-X18 APP supporting 12x encodes from SDI to JPEG2000 (JPEG2000 licenses sold separately) |
| JPEG2000 Licensesto complement JPEG2000 applications | |
|---|---|
| SCORPION-X18-CK-J2KP60 | 3G/HD/SD JPEG2000 encoder or decoder license for SCORPION-X18 |
| SCORPION-X18-CK-12J2KP60 | Bulk 12x channels of 3G/HD/SD JPEG2000 encoder or decoder licenses for SCORPION-X18 |
Available I/O Mini Modules
| Notes | • See I/O Mini Module specification document for more details. |
|---|
| MIO-VB-2-12G | Dual BNC 12G/6G/3G/HD/SD/ASI video access module |
|---|---|
| MIO-GE-RJ45 | 1GbE Ethernet access module |
| MIO-GE-RJ45-IP | 1GbE Ethernet access module with onboard processing |
| MIO-AES-IP | Dual AES67 encapsulator and de-encapsulator |
| MIO-AES-IN4-IP | Quad AES67 encapsulator |
| MIO-AES-OUT4-IP | Quad AES67 de-encapsulator |
| MIO-AES-D4 | AES audio de-embedder module |
| MIO-MADI-2-IP | Single MADI encapsulator and de-encapsulator |
| MIO-DANTE-64 | Dante® to TDM bridge module |
| MIO-IT-IP | Intercom transceiver module (2x analog audio in/out, 2x serial data, 4x GPIO), dual slot |
| MIO-AVT | Analog video/Black Burst transmit module with loop out |
| MIO-AVR | Analog video/Black Burst receive module |
| MIO-USB-A | USB-A HID interface |
| MIO-USB-B | USB-B HID interface |
| MIO-HDMI-IN-3G | HDMI input access module |
| MIO-HDMI-OUT-3G | HDMI output access module |
| MIO-HDMI-IN-4K | 4K SDI or HDMI input module, dual slot |
| MIO-HDMI-OUT-4K | 4K SDI or HDMI output module, dual slot |
| MIO-HDMI-IN1-4K-IP | 4K SDI or HDMI input module with onboard processing, dual slot |
| MIO-HDMI-OUT1-4K-IP | 4K SDI or HDMI output module with onboard processing, dual slot |
| MIO-BLADE-Z21 | Microservice module |
Available SFP's
| Notes | • See SCORPION-SFP specification document for more details. |
|---|
| SFPTR-13 | SFP Optical Non-reclocked Transceiver, 3GB/s, 1310nm, SMF |
|---|---|
| SFPTR-13-R | SFP Optical Reclocked Transceiver, 3GB/s, 1310nm, SMF |
| SFP12G-TR13 | SFP Optical Reclocked Transceiver, 12GB/s, 1310nm, SMF |
| SFP3TR-M-DIN | SFP Electrical Non-reclocked Transceiver, 12GB/s, DIN 1.0/2.3 |
| SFP3TR-DIN-12G | SFP Electrical Transceiver, 12GB/s, DIN 1.0/2.3 |
| SFPTR-M-HDBNC | SFP Electrical Non-reclocked Transceiver, 12GB/s, HD-BNC |
| SFPTR-M-HDBNC-R | SFP Electrical Reclocked Transceiver, 12GB/s, HD-BNC |
| SFP3T13-2 | SFP Dual Optical Non-reclocked Transmitter, 3GB/s,1310nm, SMF |
| SFP3T13-2-S | SFP Dual Optical Non-reclocked Transmitter, 3GB/s, short haul 1310nm, SMF |
| SFP3Txx/yy-2 | SFP Dual Optical Non-reclocked Transmitter, 3GB/s, CWDM, SMF |
| SFP3R-2 | SFP Dual Optical Non-reclocked Receiver, 3GB/s, standard sensitivity, SMF |
| SFPTR-RJ45-SGM-AV | Single 10/100/1Gbps RJ-45 SFP Module |
