NovaStar CVT10 Pro-S and CVT10 Pro-M fiber converters
The CVT10 Pro converts between optical and electrical signals in an LED display transmission system. Choose Pro-S for single-mode fiber or Pro-M for multi-mode fiber. Both versions provide two optical ports and ten Gigabit Ethernet ports, with a primary and backup optical connection.
Model and connection specifications
| Parameter | CVT10 Pro-S | CVT10 Pro-M |
|---|---|---|
| Fiber mode | Single-mode twin-core | Multi-mode twin-core |
| Specified distance | 10 km | 300 m |
| Wavelength | 1310 nm | 850 nm |
| Fiber type / diameter | OS1/OS2; 9/125 μm | OM3/OM4; 50/125 μm |
| Optical connector | LC | LC |
| Optical ports | 2 × up to 10 Gbit/s; factory-installed hot-swappable optical modules | |
| Ethernet ports | 10 × up to 1 Gbit/s | |
| Control | 1 × USB Type-B | |
| IP rating | IP65, as listed in the linked manufacturer specification | |
Using the Ethernet ports
For fiber input and Ethernet output, an input device with 8 or 16 Ethernet ports makes CVT10 Pro ports 1–8 available. A source with 10 or 20 Ethernet ports makes all ten ports available, subject to the specification’s upgrade note: if ports 9 and 10 are unavailable, their use requires an upgrade. Verify the firmware and source combination before installation.
For Ethernet input and fiber output, all ten Ethernet ports are available. In CVT mode, OPT1 is the primary optical port and OPT2 is the backup. USB Type-B connects to a control computer for program upgrades; it is not used for cascading.
Installation
The converter supports horizontal rack mounting and suspended installation using truss clamps. Follow the mounting instructions in the PDF. The PowerCON connector must not be hot-plugged.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between CVT10 Pro-S and CVT10 Pro-M?
Pro-S uses single-mode OS1/OS2 fiber with a specified 10 km link. Pro-M uses multi-mode OM3/OM4 fiber with a specified 300 m link. Both use twin-core LC connections.
Is CVT10 Pro a video processor?
The manufacturer identifies it as a fiber converter. Its role is optical-to-electrical and electrical-to-optical signal conversion between the sending device and LED display.
Why are only eight Ethernet ports available?
In fiber-input mode, a source with 8 or 16 Ethernet ports uses the first eight CVT10 Pro ports. All ten require a suitable 10- or 20-port source and the relevant firmware support.
What are OPT1 and OPT2 used for?
OPT1 is the primary optical connection and OPT2 is its backup in CVT mode.
Can the CVT10 Pro be suspended from a truss?
Yes. The manufacturer describes suspended mounting with truss clamps as well as horizontal rack installation. Use the mounting requirements in the linked specification.
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