opticamSWITCHNeutrik’s opticamSWITCH
Fiber optic camera switch
The opticamSWITCH is the ultimate solution for fiber
optic camera routing within broadcast studios. The device allows the switching of unlimited camera positions
between several studios and control rooms, eliminating the need for high-maintenance, risky matrix
patch fields using SMPTE patch cables. The device
works on trendsetting, silica-based PLC (planar light-2

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wave circuits) equipped with TO (thermo optic) switches. The innovative design guarantees rugged andsafe non-blocking fiber plus camera power switching
without any moving parts. The LAN-based remotecontrol software simplifies work, shows switching
and camera status, and enables broadcast production
automation.

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Neutrik’s application engineers plan and optimize
each opticamSWITCH setup together with our customers in consideration of existing equipment and work
flow behavior of the broadcast or production studio.

Functionality&Flexibility

LAN remote control:
opticamSWITCH operator panel,
broadcast control network integration

The modularity of the system offers highest projectflexibility and ease future expansions, moreover it
avoids the loss of all camera signals at the same time.

SecurityTime &costsaving

Modular setup allows flexible project
realization and future expansion

Highest operating security:
Multilayer routing structure avoids
full camera signal loss.

Unlimited number ofcamera positions

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Functionality & Flexibility“All-in-one” fiber &copper routing
Camera safety circuit& power supply routing

Functionality&Flexibility

The opticamSWITCH routes fiber optic camera signals
plus camera power. The switching of camera power up
to 400Vdc would require costly mechanical relays. The
integrated “Power Working Circuit” manages camera
routing authority and constantly measures voltage

Modular system& current from routed CCUs (camera control unit)
allowing the use of space and cost effective solid state
relays.

Customizable project setup
Any project setup can be established by combining multiple

Thermo optic PLC
based fiber signal routing

devices, our application engineers optimize each projectbased on customer requirements, existing infrastructure
and work flow behavior.

Thermo optic PLC (planar lightwave circuit) routing
works without moving parts and offers highest security
in fiber optic switching. Nanostructures in combination

Flexible expansion

with interlinked splitter / coupler combinations result ina maximum insertion loss of 3dB.

The modularity of the system offers highest projectflexibility and ease future expansions.

Routed path
CouplerThin-film heater

Output 2
Output 1

Splitter

Input

Unrouted path
Silica glass
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Security

Error-free routingUser-specific operator software
An integrated user management eludes accidental removalof drawn connections.

Security

Hardwired connections;software controlled routing
controlled

routing

avoidspatchingandconnection errors in contrast to traditional patch-field

Multilayer routing
eliminates total signal loss

solutions.

The risk of a total camera signal loss is automaticallyeliminated by distributing camera signals on independent
multiple devices.

Emergency operation
For security reasons the opticamSWITCH can act as astand-alone unit independent from LAN, offers manualrouting and auxiliary power supply.

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Time & cost savings

Maintenance-free
No fiber cleaning required

Time &costsaving
Quick camera routing

Hardwired fiber connections eliminate the risk ofcontamination and frequent maintenance of patch cablesand chassis.

Connections hardwired
Wieland / LC – breakout cables enhance the implementationof the opticamSWITCH.

Neutrik operator software
The opticamSWITCH operator panel offers intuitive “drag& drop” operation, presets and status information. Acting
as webserver the device allows remote access from inhouse or external locations.

Integration inbroadcast control systems
Route your camera with the push of a button. The
opticamSWITCH can be integrated in broadcast control
systems as from BFE, DNF Controls, etc.

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Project example – Swiss Television
An investment in expensive HD and 3D equipment canbe optimized by dint of a well-conceived, flexible
system architecture, paired with a fiber optic
camera switch solution. Swiss Television carefully
considered how best to deploy its existing HD and3D equipment within an expansion of its studioinfrastructure. tpc ag (technology and productioncenter, Switzerland ag) – an independent subsidiaryof SRG SSR – analyzed various new ideas andopted for a future-proof concept. Neutrik’s
opticamSWITCH flexibly connects tpc ag’s existingcameras and control rooms to one other. Furthermore, as they come online, two planned new control
rooms and studios will be easily integrated into the system.
Since opticamSWITCH is a fiber optic camera switchingsystem, mechanical wear, costly maintenance, andpossible mechanical failure are eliminated, resulting
in a robust, reliable solution. Integration into existing
control systems, with control via software, enables

automation and allows for real-time control overcomplex wiring structures. This increase in efficiency– with significant reduction of potential errors – ledtpc to employ the opticamSWITCH concept in its“BigSwitch” project. After some trial and smaller
productions, the system was put into use on a grandscale at the live production “Decision 11 – Swiss
National Council Elections.“ The media‘s reporting
was realized by tpc using Neutrik’s latest fiber optic
technology, opticamSWITCH.

Technical information
General specifications
Maximum number of inputs

8Main power supply

12 Vdc / 2 A

Maximum number of outputs

4Max. power consumption

24 W

Power connectivity

Wieland GST 18I5F B2 R V SW

Dimensions (w x h x d)

432 x 66 x 389 mm

Optical connectivity

LC connector

Weight6.3 kgElectrical Data
Fiber
Operating wavelength1310 nm

Maximum optical return loss (ORL)< -45 dB

Maximum insertion loss (IL)< 3.0 dB

Fiber compatibility

9 / 125 Single-mode PC

Maximum insertion loss uniformity

1 dB(physical contact)

Electrical
Rated voltage power lines *400 Vpk

Maximum current (power / sense)

3 A / 0.2 A

Rated voltage sense lines

42.4 Vpk / 60 Vdc

Software status refreshy

1/s

Operating Temperature

0 °C to +40 °C

Electromagnetic compatibility

EN55022; EN55024

Storage Temperature-25 °C to +75 °C

patent pending

Environmental* ... ask for compatibility list of fiber optic camera systems.

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USA
Neutrik USA Inc., 4115 Taggart Creek Road, Charlotte, North Carolina, 28208
T +1 704 972 30 50, info@neutrikusa.com
Japan
Neutrik Limited, Yusen-Higashinihonbashi-Ekimae Bldg., 3-7-19
Higashinihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 103
T +81 3 3663 47 33, mail@neutrik.co.jp
Hong Kong
Neutrik Hong Kong LTD., Suite 18, 7th Floor Shatin Galleria
Fotan, Shatin
T +852 2687 6055, neutrik@neutrik.com.hk
ChinaNingbo Neutrik Trading Co., Ltd., Shiqi Street, Yinxian Road WestFengjia Villiage, Yinzhou Area, Ningbo, Zhejiang; 315153
T +86 574 88250488 800, neutrik@neutrik.com.cn
India
Neutrik India Pvt. Ltd., Level 3, Neo Vikram, New Link Road,Above Audi Show Room, Andheri West, Mumbai, 400058
T +91 982 05 43 424, anklesaria@neutrik.com
Associated companies
Contrik AG
Steinackerstrasse 35, 8902 Urdorf, Switzerland
T +41 44 736 50 10, contrik@contrik.ch
H. Adam GmbH
Felix-Wankel-Straße 1, 85221 Dachau, Germany
T +49 08131 28 08-0, info@adam-gmbh.de

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FranceNeutrik France SARL, Rue du Parchamp 13, 92100 Boulogne-Billancourt
T +33 1 41 31 67 50, info@neutrik.fr®

Great Britain
Neutrik (UK) Ltd., Westridge Business Park, Cothey Way
Ryde, Isle of Wight PO33 1 QT
T +44 1983 811 441, sales@neutrik.co.uk

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Germany / Netherlands / Denmark / Austria
Neutrik Vertriebs GmbH, Felix-Wankel-Strasse 1, 85221 Dachau, Germany
T +49 8131 28 08 90, info@neutrik.de

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Liechtenstein (Headquarters)
NEUTRIK AG, Im alten Riet 143, 9494 Schaan
T +423 237 24 24, F +423 232 53 93, neutrik@neutrik.com