Un nuovo pannello accoppiatore in fibra da Bittree

New Panel Provides Powerful, Cost-Effective Solution for Incorporating Fiber Into Existing Production Environments
GLENDALE, Calif. — March 15, 2011 — Bittree, a provider of professional audio and video patching components, today announced the release of its new SC-to-SC fiber optic coupler panel. Designed to simplify high-density patching of fiber connections in dynamic and rapidly changing media environments, the new coupler panel is the latest member of Bittree's award-winning family of professional audio and video patching components.

"Fiber is becoming increasingly important in production environments due to its flexibility, lower cost, and ability to transport high-quality signals over long distances. Our new coupler panel provides a simple yet powerful solution for customers who want to link new equipment into their operations using fiber, without having to build out an elaborate fiber cable infrastructure," said Mike Buchanan, vice president, Bittree. "Examples might be operations that need easy access to interconnected, rented production gear, or interconnecting machine rooms across different buildings."

Making its debut at the 2011 NAB Show, Bittree's new SC-to-SC fiber optic coupler panel is the first to provide 1x24 density in a single rack unit; the previous maximum density available in a fiber coupler was 1x16. The coupler is ideal for use in machine rooms as a demarcation point for fiber optic tie lines and fiber runs to production equipment. Redirecting a signal to add an additional piece of equipment, or on-the-fly patching around failed equipment, is as simple as changing the position of a patchcord. By placing connections on the front of the rack, the coupler provides access to back-of-the-box connectors that would otherwise be difficult to reach.

Available in many configurations, the SC-to-SC fiber optic coupler features a unique design based upon new slim-line inserts. The panel comes standard with silk-screened numbers, but permanent designation strips are also available. The system uses off-the-shelf patch cables to facilitate rapid and easy equipment connections.

"The SC-to-SC fiber coupler is the latest in our new series of panels that let broadcasters and A/V professionals effectively wire-manage their existing infrastructures by mixing and matching a wide variety of cables and formats, such as SC fiber, HDMI, BNCs, RCAs, and CAT 6 connectors," said Buchanan. "We'll be demonstrating all of these models at the NAB Show, and we look forward to showing attendees just how versatile and flexible our patching solutions can be in challenging, dynamic production environments."

More information about Bittree's full range of video and audio patching systems is available by visiting www.bittree.com.

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About Bittree
Bittree offers a complete line of patching products, including audio, video, data, and integrated patchbays, as well as a variety of patchcords, tools, and accessories. Tailored for use in the post-production, pro A/V, systems integration, and radio and television broadcasting fields, Bittree's patching solutions are rigorously tested to ensure long-term functionality and dependability especially for mission-critical operations and live events. To ensure consistency, performance, and adherence to rigid quality standards, all of the company's patching products are designed, manufactured, and tested in its state-of-the-art facility in Glendale, Calif. More information is available at www.bittree.com.