Model MSC-FC8WB (OLD)
8 Channel 3G-SDI CWDM Fiber to BNC Converter (CWDM modules not included)


Matrix Switch Corporation SDI CWDM fiber optic converters provide compact, flexible, and low cost solutions for transmitting multiple coax SDI signals over a single fiber. Utilizing different wavelengths these products can transmit up to 16 channels of 3G-SDI up to 20km.
The MSC-FC8WB converter provides one 8 channel CWDM fiber optic input and 8 BNC outputs, for receiving up to 8 SDI signals over a single fiber. One MSC-SFPRX-W receiver module is required per channel (sold separately and factory installed).
Also see the MSC-XF88WBS for a more advanced product offering CWDM fiber optic to BNC SDI conversion with a combined 8x8 router.
- Re-clocks standard SDI rates UHD (11.88 Gbit/s), 3G (2.97 Gbit/s), HD (1.485 Gbit/s), and SD (270 Mbit/s)
- Auto bypass of non-standard SDI rates from 20 Mbit/s to 11.88 Gbit/s
- Passes SDI embedded audio and ancillary data
- Compact enclosure design with a depth of only 6 inches
- Less than 0 pounds
- External DC power supply
- Complies with all relevant FCC, U/L, CE, and RoHS requirements
- Backed by a full 2 year manufacturer parts and labor warranty
General | |
Inputs | 8 |
Outputs | 8 |
Size | 13" x 2.50" x 6" |
USA List Price | $3,740 |
Made in | USA |
Operating Temp. | 0 - 70C |
Storage Temp. | -10 - 90C |
MTBF | 50,000+ Hours |
MTTR | < 48 Hours |
SDI Outputs | |
Connector Type | BNC |
Data Rates | 19 Mbit/s through 3.0 Gbit/s |
Re-clocking Data Rates | 2.97 Gbit/s, 1.485 Gbit/s, 270 Mbit/s |
Output Return Loss | > 15dB @ HD, > 12dB @ 3G |
Output Impedance | 75 Ohms +/- 1% |
Output Level | 800 mV P-P +/- 5% |
Output Jitter | < 0.2 UI |
SFP Inputs | |
Connector Type | SFP (MSA Standard Compatible) |
Data Rates | 19 Mbit/s through 3.0 Gbit/s |
Fiber Optic SFP Input Modules | |
Product | MSC-SFPRX-F |
Connector Type | LC |
Fiber Type | Single Mode Fiber (SMF) |
Wavelength | 1200~1610nm (1310nm nominal) |
Max Distance | 20km |
Data Rates | 50 Mbit/s to 3 Gbit/s |
Standard | SFP MSA Compliant |
Pathological Signals | Supports Pathological Signals for 3G/HD/SD-SDI |
SMPTE Standard | SMPTE 297-2006 Compatible |
Digital Diagnostics | MSA DDM Compatible Interface |
SDI Standards | |
SD Formats | 625i25 PAL and 525i29.97 NTSC |
HD Formats | 720p23.98, 720p24, 720p25, 720p29.97, 720p30, 720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60, 1080p23.98, 1080PsF23.98, 1080p24, 1080PsF24, 1080p25, 1080PsF25, 1080p29.97, 1080PsF29.97, 1080p30, 1080PsF30, 1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60 |
3G Formats | 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60 |
2K Formats | 2048 x 1556p23.98/24/25 |
Compliance | SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 296M, SMPTE 310M, SMPTE 425M-A, SMPTE 425M-B, ITU-R BT.656 and ITU-R BT.601 |
Video Sampling | 4:2:2 and 4:4:4 |
Audio Sampling | 24 bit @ 48 KHz |
Color Precision | 4:2:2 and 4:4:4 10 bit |
Color Space | YUV or RGB |
Metadata Support | Ancillary data as defined by SMPTE 352M |