Link Electronics 818 OP Auto Switch for Color Field ID Rack Card

SKU: LE818OPCFI MFR: 818 OP/CFI
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Key Features

  • Ensure seamless Color Field ID with this reliable auto switch for your workflow.
  • Easily manage NTSC video signals using the BNC connector for optimal performance.
  • Maintain signal integrity with >60dB crosstalk rejection at 3.58MHz-crystal clear!
  • Switch between generators rapidly, in <1s, ensuring minimal downtime for video.
  • Operate in auto or manual mode; select A or B generator via intuitive switches.
  • Compact & lightweight (8oz) design integrates easily; perfect for any video setup.
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Link Electronics 818 OP Specifications

  • Compatibility

    Color Field ID Rack Card for SPG-812 and PCO-818 Chassis

  • Standards

    NTSC

  • Connector

    BNC

  • Signal Level

    4Vpp

  • Input Impedance

    >10KOhms on the generator in service
    75Ohms on the generator in stand-by

  • Amplitude Switch Points

    100mV-200mV

  • Crosstalk Between Generators

    >60dB @ 3.58MHz

  • Reaction Time

    <1s

  • Mode Switch

    Selects Automatic or Manual operation

  • Select Switches

    Selects Generator A or Generator B

  • Signal Enable Switches

    Enables/Disables detection of input signal(s

  • Temperature

    Ambient: 0 to 50 deg. C / 32 to 122 deg. F

  • Humidity

    10% to 90% non-condensing

  • Power

    1 Watt

  • AC Line

    85 to 260 VAC , Auto Sensing, in the Chassis

  • LED

    Generator A" & B" Statis

  • Push-Button Switch

    Generator A", B" Select & Auto Mode

  • Dimensions (L x W)

    10 x 4.27" / 254.00 x 108.46mm

  • Weight

    8oz / 226.80g

About Link Electronics 818 OP

Enhance your system's reliability with the 818-OP/CFI Auto Switch for Color Field ID Rack Card, a compact and user-friendly solution designed to provide unparalleled backup reliability. This advanced modular unit, when integrated into the PCO-818 frame, offers an unprecedented level of flexibility in Automatic Changeover technology.

The 818-OP/CFI is specifically designed to monitor your installation's analog Color Field ID signal and automatically switch to a backup signal in the event of a failure. This innovative feature ensures continuous operation, minimizing downtime and maintaining the integrity of your system.

Unlike traditional automatic changeover units, the 818-OP/CFI's modular design allows for tailored monitoring. You only pay for the monitoring capability your system requires, and you can install additional modules as your needs evolve.

The shared common chassis of the PCO-818 frame and the SPG-812 frame allows for module interchangeability and the ability to mix analog and digital signal monitoring within the same chassis. This flexibility makes it an ideal choice for diverse applications, such as television stations that may require a mix of primary, backup, and changeover modules.

The 818-OP/CFI is also designed with a fail-safe memory feature that retains the last generator selection even in the event of an AC mains failure. Its dual-coil latching relay ensures a reliable signal path, even if power is lost, while its power supply boasts a universal voltage input range of 85VAC to 260VAC.

For easy status monitoring, the 818-OP/CFI features bi-color LEDs that provide instant status indication for each signal in your system. If a signal is not in use, the LED can be easily de-selected to avoid false failure indications. A Manual/Automatic switch also allows for user override of the automatic changeover function, providing the flexibility to select either generator in the system.

As your system expands and new technology emerges, the PCO-818 series of modules, including the 818-OP/CFI, are ready to grow with you. With a proven track record of reliability, the 818-OP/CFI Auto Switch for Color Field ID Rack Card is a smart investment for any system requiring robust and flexible backup reliability.

Link Electronics 818 OP Features

  • Advanced modular design for tailored monitoring and flexibility in Automatic Changeover technology
  • Integrated fail-safe memory feature that retains the last generator selection during power outages
  • Universal voltage input range of 85VAC to 260VAC, ensuring broad compatibility
  • Bi-color LED indicators for instant signal status monitoring & easy de-selection of unused signals
  • Manual/Automatic switch for user override, allowing selection of either generator in the system
  • Designed for seamless integration with the PCO-818 frame & SPG-812 frame for diverse applications

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 120 months.

Key Features

  • Ensure seamless Color Field ID with this reliable auto switch for your workflow.
  • Easily manage NTSC video signals using the BNC connector for optimal performance.
  • Maintain signal integrity with >60dB crosstalk rejection at 3.58MHz-crystal clear!
  • Switch between generators rapidly, in <1s, ensuring minimal downtime for video.
  • Operate in auto or manual mode; select A or B generator via intuitive switches.
  • Compact & lightweight (8oz) design integrates easily; perfect for any video setup.

What's in the box:

  • Link ELectronics 818 OP Auto Switch for Color Field ID Rack Card
  • Link Electronics 10 Year Limited Warranty