About the Evertz 2408RGBT-A2KM-USB Transmitter
The Evertz 2408RGBT-A2KM-USB is a professional broadcast video transmitter designed for the long-distance, fiber-optic transport of high-resolution RGB or YPbPr analog video signals alongside multiple channels of embedded or discrete audio. It forms part of a comprehensive fiber transmission system, converting electrical baseband video and audio inputs into an optical signal for transmission over single-mode fiber cabling. This unit is specifically engineered for applications requiring the pristine, low-latency transport of high-quality analog video sources, such as in broadcast studios, medical imaging networks, command and control centers, and large-scale digital signage installations where signal integrity over extended distances is paramount. The transmitter handles computer graphics resolutions (RGBHV) and component video formats, making it versatile for interfacing with legacy presentation equipment, specialty cameras, or high-end production devices that output analog signals.
A key feature of this transmitter is its support for high-bandwidth analog video, capable of carrying resolutions from standard definition up to advanced computer graphics standards like UXGA and WUXGA. The system meticulously preserves the quality of the analog waveform through a direct modulation technique, ensuring minimal signal degradation, no compression artifacts, and virtually zero latency. The audio capability is robust, with options to embed multiple audio channels directly onto the fiber stream alongside the video or to transport them as discrete data, providing flexibility for complex audio-for-video workflows. The inclusion of a USB port on the unit allows for local configuration, status monitoring, and control via software, enabling technicians to adjust parameters and diagnose the link without extensive physical re-cabling.
Housed in a compact, rack-mountable 1U chassis, the transmitter is built for reliability in continuous operation environments. It typically features a redundant, hot-swappable dual power supply to ensure maximum uptime in mission-critical applications. The use of single-mode fiber optics provides immunity to electromagnetic interference and enables transmission distances measured in kilometers, far exceeding the limitations of traditional copper cable runs. By providing a transparent, high-fidelity bridge between analog video/audio domains and modern fiber infrastructure, this transmitter serves as a critical link in preserving and extending the utility of high-value analog sources within a contemporary, centralized digital facility.