CVT8-5GS

The Novastar LED CVT8-5GS is a high-performance single-mode fibre converter designed for professional LED display systems. It converts optical and electrical signals for long-distance, interference-free transmission between LED controllers and receiving cards, making it ideal for large-scale video walls, rental staging, broadcast, and fixed installations.

From The Manufacturer:

The CVT8-5GS offers a cost-effective solution for converting optical signals and electrical signals when connecting LED sending cards to LED displays. Featuring a 40 Gbit/s optical link and eight 5G Base-T Ethernet ports, it delivers stable, full-duplex data transmission over long distances with excellent resistance to electromagnetic interference. It supports desktop, suspended, or rack-mounted installation, with two units fitting side-by-side in a single 1U rack space.

Key Features:

• Single-mode fibre converter

• 1 × 40 Gbit/s optical port

• 8 × 5G Base-T Ethernet ports

• Hot-swappable optical module included

• Supports CAT6 cable runs up to 100 m

• Full-duplex, interference-resistant transmission

• USB Type-B control port

• Compact half-width 1U design

• Horizontal, suspended, or rack-mounted installation

• Compatible with NovaStar COEX 5G systems

Specifications:

• Product Type: Fibre Converter

• Fibre Type: Single-Mode

• Optical Port: 1 × 40 Gbit/s LC

• Ethernet Ports: 8 × 5G Base-T RJ45

• USB Port: 1 × USB Type-B

• Maximum Transmission Distance: Up to 10 km

• Supported Cable: CAT6 (up to 100 m per port)

• Input Voltage: 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz

• Power Consumption: 33 W

• Mounting: Desktop, Suspended, or Rack Mount (½ RU)

Included:

• CVT8-5GS Fibre Converter

• Pre-installed Optical Module

• Power Supply

• User Documentation

Applications:

• LED video walls

• Rental and staging

• Broadcast studios

• Sports venues

• Digital signage

• Control rooms

• Houses of worship

• Fixed LED installations

Included Accessories:

• Optical module

• Power supply

• User documentation

Accessories (Not Included):

• CAT6 Ethernet cables

• LC fibre optic cable

• LED controller

• Receiving cards

• Rack mounting bracket

Size:

• 254.3 × 290 × 50.6 mm

Weight:

• Approximately 4.1 kg (9 lb) (shipping weight commonly listed; official unit weight not published).

Electrical/Thermal:

• Input Voltage: 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz

• Power Consumption: 33 W

• Operating Temperature: -20°C to +45°C

• Designed for continuous professional operation