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 of any input to any output.
Up to 18x front-facing fiber or electrical SFPs allows for signal conversion, routing, aggregation and transport over dual 10/25/40/100GbE trunk ports. 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 Multi-Frame with onboard 80x80 12G crosspoint - includes frame controller |
|---|---|
| SCORPION-X18-48VDC | Media Processing Platform Multi-Frame with onboard 80x80 12G crosspoint, dual 48V DC inlets |
| Accessories | |
|---|---|
| SCORPION-X18-FC | Frame Controller for SCORPION-X18 - backup and/or spare; X18 is fitted with one default FC |
| SCORPION-X18-PSX | External power supply for SCORPION-X18 (order 1 additionally for redundant operation) |
| SCORPION-X18-PS | Internal power module for SCORPION-X18 (order 1 additionally for redundant operation) |
| SCORPION-X18-FAN | Replacement fan module for SCORPION-X18 |
| Ordering Options | |
|---|---|
| +NETAD | Optional Network Adapter Module (required for IP encapsulation/de-encapsulation) |
| QSFPTR-13LR | QSFP+ Optical Transceiver, 40Gbs, 1310nm, SMF, 10km |
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 | 1 GbE Ethernet Access Module |
| MIO-AES-IP | AES Access Module over IP |
| MIO-AES-D4 | AES Audio De-embedder Module |
| MIO-IT-IP | Intercom Transceiver Module (2x Analog Audio In/Out, 2x Serial Data, 4x GPIO), dual slot |
| MIO-HDMI-IN-3G | HDMI Input Access Module |
| MIO-HDMI-OUT-3G | HDMI Output Access Module |
| MIO-HDMI-IN-4K | 4K SDI and HDMI Transmitter Module, dual slot |
| MIO-HDMI-OUT-4K | 4K SDI and HDMI Receiver Module, dual slot |
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 |
