The NVISION 8500 Hybrid routers offer highly streamlined cabling using either coaxial or fiber. The unique, clean design of the router provides unparalleled signal integrity and allows longer coaxial cable runs, using high density cable connectors which save space and lower weight. Advanced direct fiber connectivity is also available, using SFP modules for 1310 nm or CDWM wavelengths.

The use of high density cable connectors on large routers provides densities two to three times that of conventional BNCs, and lets you fully exploit cost-effective coaxial cable for shorter runs, along with major rack-space savings. The smaller DIN 1.0/2.3 connectors are less stressed than traditional BNCs, and they don't require a tight bend radius, this contributes to a better RF launch profile, and a better return loss.

Direct fiber connectivity is available using removable fiber SFP modules (single mode, Dual LC connectors at 1310 nm), which simplify configuration and maintenance. For more advanced fiber requirements using CWDM, there is a rack mounting tray that holds 4 CWDM muxes/demuxes. With this configuration, 72 3Gbps/HD/SD signals are transmitted by four fibers.