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VisionLink RCX Remote Camera Extender
Overview
The VisionLink RCX is a base-mode extender which adapts Camera Link over fiber, providing electrical isolation and
extended range. It supports most base-mode cameras from 20 to 85 MHz, at serial data rates of up to 19.2 Kb/s.
A pair of VisionLink RCX extenders, with fiberoptic cable, replaces standard Camera Link cable as shown in
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Figure 1. Two VisionLink RCX extenders with fiber
Care and Cautions
When opening and handling EDT products, always follow electrostatic dissipative procedures (see
edt.com/static
).
Your EDT extender, though built to withstand a wide range of conditions as listed in its datasheet specifications, is still
a high-performance component which must be treated with care for optimal results.
In particular, the connectors – especially the fiberoptic transceivers – must be kept clean and dry. If you suspect the
presence of moisture or debris in the connectors, you should blast a burst of compressed air...
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directly into the ports to dislodge any debris there; and
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away from the electronic components to blow out any moisture in the air nozzle.
CAUTION
To avoid damaging your eyesight, never look directly into any fiberoptic transceiver.
Related Products
The base-mode VisionLink RCX is compatible with the earlier RCX C-Link extender. For other modes, use a set of RCX
C-Link medium- or full-mode extenders. To find details on these extenders and other EDT vision products (for example,
framegrabbers), see
