Whether you’re working in a studio or outdoors in a large sports facility, it’s usually necessary for cameras to be positioned far away from each other. Although SDI connections are common, their limited range makes them difficult to use over long distances. Traditionally, you would need to run multiple cables and expensive extenders for power, intercom, signaling, video and audio. In other words, the configuration becomes incredibly complex and the chances of a technical problem increase. This problem can now be solved by converting all essential connections and power via a single, practical SMPTE fiber cable capable of operating over long distances. This means that cameras can be positioned anywhere and reconnected to mobile transmission units stationed outside the facility or to a central control room in a studio. Best of all, the fiber follows the SMPTE television industry standard, so you can use cables and connection points that can be easily found. Because Blackmagic fiber converters are affordable, traditional broadcasters, novice webcasters, AV producers, places of worship and educators can all use the same high-level broadcast technology!