Hybrid Cables Send Power and Data to Video Displays for Patient Monitoring
Active Optical Xtreme™ (AOX™) cables are hybrid power plus data fiber optic cables. Medical facilities commonly need to transmit both image or video data and power over a long distance. This capability makes AOX™ ideal for use in medical settings, like remote patient monitoring.
Fiber optic, active optic cables offer many advantages over traditional copper cables for medical applications. First, they are less susceptible to EMI and RFI interference, which can be a major problem in hospital environments. Second, they are much more durable against chemical and harsh environmental damage. Third, they are much lighter and easier to install than copper cables, which can save time and money during installation.
Other advantages include:
- Greater distance: AOX can transmit data over much longer distances than copper cables. This is important in medical settings when a display is located in a different room or level than the source device.
- Higher quality: AOX can transmit data with a higher level of quality than copper cables. This is important for applications where image or video quality is critical, such as in surgery or radiology.
- More reliable: AOX is less susceptible to interference than copper cables. This feature alone makes them a more reliable choice for applications where uptime is critical, like emergency rooms or operating rooms.
AOX in Remote Patient Monitoring
One common application is to use them to transmit image or video data from a medical imaging device to a remote display. Active optical cables deliver high-quality data, quickly and efficiently. This can be useful in a variety of settings, such as operating rooms, radiology departments, and emergency rooms. For example, an AOC can be used to transmit live video from a surgical camera to a display in the operating room control room. This allows surgeons and other operating room personnel to see the procedure in real-time through remote patient monitoring, even if they are not located in the same room as the surgical table.
Another common application for AOX in a medical setting is to transmit power to medical devices. This can be useful for devices located in remote locations, such as patient rooms or hallways. For example, an AOX can be used to transmit power to a patient monitor in a patient’s room. It eliminates the need to run a separate power cable to the device and saves time and money during installation.
In the near future, we can expect to witness new surgical techniques and technologies utilizing active optical capabilities. In the progression towards micro-medicine, hospitals are increasing usage of robotic assistance for precision and accuracy. It will allow surgeons to monitor operations through a camera system. Medical procedures will be more equipped with enhanced efficiencies by removing the component of human error. AOX connects robotic arms to monitors to power the medical industry even further.
Hybrid Active Optical Xtreme™ for Demanding Environments
Extra Benefits of AOX for Remote Patient Monitoring Displays
- Increased efficiency: AOX can help increase efficiency in the medical setting by reducing the number of cables needed. It will save time and money during installation while making the environment safer for patients and staff.
- Improved image quality: AOX can help to improve the quality of images transmitted over long distances. This is because AOX is less susceptible to signal degradation than traditional copper cables.
Overall, AOX is a valuable tool for use in medical settings. Active optical offers countless advantages over traditional copper cables and can help improve patient safety, efficiency and image quality.
Building from the benefits of fiber optic, Nortech system’s engineers have designed optimized active optical cables. Active Optical Xtreme™ (AOX™) cables are capable of long distances to transmit long reach-data with enhanced power delivery. With a bit error rate of 10-12 at 10Gps, our customer’s data is secure.
AOX cables also offer better power delivery, and lower voltage drops, heightening the quality standards of AOC. It’s crucial that providers place the end user as the most important consideration for a product. For medical devices and settings, the key factor is patient safety and recovery. With AOC cables, the results and advantages far outweigh their traditional counterparts.
Learn how AOX cables can benefit your facility. For more information, contact Nortech Systems today!
