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When do LED displays use optical fiber? When do they use network cables?

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In the application of LED display screens, the choice of optical fiber or network cable as the signal transmission medium mainly depends on factors such as specific transmission distance, bandwidth requirements, cost considerations, and installation environment. 

The following is a detailed introduction to these two transmission methods and an analysis of applicable scenarios:

Fiber optic transmission

Applicable scenarios:

1. Long-distance transmission: When the distance between the LED display screen and the control system is far, such as several kilometers or even dozens of kilometers, fiber optic transmission becomes the first choice. 

With its excellent long-distance transmission capability, optical fiber can achieve lossless data transmission over long distances and ensure the clarity and stability of the signal.

2. High bandwidth requirements: If the LED display screen needs to transmit a large amount of high-definition video or other high-bandwidth content, the high bandwidth and high-speed characteristics of optical fiber can meet these high-demand signal transmission.

3. Strong anti-interference ability: Optical fiber transmission is not subject to electromagnetic interference, and the signal quality is stable. 

It is suitable for occasions with complex electromagnetic environments or extremely high signal quality requirements.

Advantages:

* Long transmission distance and small signal attenuation.

* High bandwidth and fast transmission speed.

* Strong anti-interference ability and stable signal quality.

Disadvantages:

* Relatively high installation and maintenance costs.

* Professional technology and equipment are required for operation.

Network cable transmission

Applicable scenarios:

1. Short-distance transmission: In the same building or the same room, using network cables is a common choice. 

Network cables can provide stable and high-quality signal transmission to meet the signal transmission needs within a short distance.

2. Low bandwidth requirements: If the bandwidth requirements of the LED display are low, such as only used to display simple text or pictures, network cables can also meet the transmission requirements.

Advantages:

* Low cost and economical.

* Relatively simple installation and configuration, easy to operate.

Disadvantages:

* Limited transmission distance, obvious signal attenuation during long-distance transmission.

* Weak anti-interference ability, susceptible to external electromagnetic interference.

Summary

When choosing optical fiber or network cable as the signal transmission medium for LED display, it is necessary to comprehensively consider factors such as specific transmission distance, bandwidth requirements, cost considerations, and installation environment.

Generally speaking, optical fiber transmission is suitable for long-distance and high-bandwidth requirements; while network cable transmission can be selected for short-distance and low-bandwidth requirements.

At the same time, it is also necessary to pay attention to the differences between optical fiber and network cables in terms of installation and maintenance costs, technical thresholds, etc., in order to make a more reasonable choice.

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How far is the display screen from the computer? Optical fiber or network cable, it is generally recommended to use optical fiber, because the transmission signal is good and not easily distorted. Multi-mode can be more than 500m, single-mode is more than 10km, and Category 5 twisted pair is less than 100m.

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