Pico Macom 1310nm Owner's Manual

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PICO MACOM
PFT
Series
1310nm Optical Transmitter
PFT Owners Manual
Please read this manual thoroughly before use.
Keep this manual handy for future reference.
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858.546.5050
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  • Page 1 PICO MACOM Series 1310nm Optical Transmitter PFT Owners Manual Please read this manual thoroughly before use. Keep this manual handy for future reference. Visit Our Web-Site www.picomacom.com 858.546.5050 Contact Us Toll Free 800.421.6511...
  • Page 2: Owners Manual

    Pico Macom PFT 1310nm Optical Transmitter OWNERS MANUAL This manual is intended for use by purchasers of Pico Macom PFT Series Transmitter(s) and their qualified tech- nicians. This document is the property of Pico Macom and embodies proprietary subject matter. All design, manufacture, reproduction, use and sale rights regarding the same are expressly reserved.
  • Page 3: Important Safeguards

    PICO MACOM Series IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Pico Macom strongly advises you to read and understand the following safety instructions prior to installing and operating this equipment. • Read These Instructions First. All safety and operating instructions should be read before installing or operating this equipment.
  • Page 4 PICO MACOM Fiber Optic Series Laser Safety Information: The PFT-1310 Optical Transmitter modules are classified as Class 1M per IEC/EN 60825-1/A2:2001. This prod- uct complies with FDA/CDRH, 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No. 50 dated 26 July, 2001.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Fiber Optic PICO MACOM Series TABLE OF CONTENTS Chapter 1 Introduction ..........................6 Introducing the Pico Macom PFT 1310nm Optical Transmitter ............6 Features............................7 Chapter 2 Specifications ..........................8 RF Performance ..........................8 Optical Performance ........................8 General ............................8 Chapter 3 Installation and Operation ......................9 Unpacking the Unit ........................9...
  • Page 6: Chapter 1 Introduction

    RF signals from the optical carrier and outputs the 54 to 860 MHz RF signal for further use at that location. The use of the 1310nm Optical Transmitter allows transmission over distances beyond reasonable RF transmission distances with significantly less impairments.
  • Page 7: Features

    PFT should provide you years of simple, reliable operation Features • Wide bandwidth, 54~860MHz, high-performance single-mode 1310nm optical fiber transmitter • Supports analog and QAM digital applications • Wide range laser options, from 6dBm to 14dBm (4mW to 26mW), for multiple broadband applications •...
  • Page 8: Chapter 2 Specifications

    PICO MACOM Fiber Optic Series 1. RF Performance SPECIFICATION LIMITS Frequency Range 50 to 860 MHz (EIA channels 2~135) Connector F-connector, female Impedance 75 ohm Input Return Loss > 15 dB Input RF Level +15 to 20 dBmV AGC Control Range...
  • Page 9: Chapter 3 Installation And Operation

    Fiber Optic PICO MACOM Series Chapter 3 Installation and Operation Unpacking the Unit Please inspect the cartons on receip and note damage to the carton and inspect for possible unit damage. If damage is found, please contact shipper immediately, before unpacking, to follow that shipper’s procedure for claims.
  • Page 10: Making Rear Panel Connections

    PICO MACOM Fiber Optic Series Making Rear Panel Connections RF IN OPTICAL OUT REMOTE CONTROL 90-240VAC 47-63HZ PFT Transmitter Rear Panel 4.1 Power Connection and Initial Power Up Insert the supplied power cord into the IEC320 male power socket on the chassis. Plug the opposite end of the cord into your local power source.
  • Page 11: Rf Input Connections

    Fiber Optic PICO MACOM Series Example of a fiber cable cleaner (source: Fiber Instrument Sales, www.fiberinstrumentsales.com). • Clean the jumper and connect to the Optical Power Meter. • Check that the front panel LASER LED is lighted green; if not, press the LASER ON/OFF button to turn the LED to green.
  • Page 12: Using The Status Button

    When the input signal is at or near the nominal 15 dBmV levels, the AGC circuitry will inter- nally adjust to control the 1310nm Optical Transmitter modulation. If the RF LEVEL LED con- tinues to flash and the front panel displays “Warning…!!! Input RF is too low” or “Warning…!!! Input RF is too high”, you must either adjust the RF input level at the signal source or use MGC...
  • Page 13: Connecting To Your Fiber Network

    The PFT includes a DB-9 connector for future use by an EIA232 serial remote control protocol. The protocol is not available as of this writing. Contact your Pico Macom Sales Representative or the Pico Macom Field Service Manager (858-546-5050) to inquire further.
  • Page 14: Decreased Output Due To Contamination

    Exercise care that you do not bend or damage the internal fiber. 3. Clean bulkhead connector using Pico Macom fiber cleaning tools such as Optipop 2.5mm stick cleaner. Slide stick into the bulkhead and scrub contamination of the bulkhead. In the absence of commercial cleaning tools, a pipecleaner and isopropyl alcohol may be used.
  • Page 15: Chapter 4 Input Level Versus Channel Loading

    Fiber Optic PICO MACOM Series Chapter 4 Input Level versus Channel Loading The PFT Transmitters are designed to properly modulate the light output with a specified number of 6 MHz. channels. The PFT-x Specifications shows unit operation with 78 NTSC channels at 15 dBmV input level each, plus 300 MHz of QAM channels at –6 dB (9 dBmV) input level.
  • Page 16: Chapter 5 Output Power By Model

    PICO MACOM Fiber Optic Series Chapter 5 Output Power by Model • The table on the following pages is provided for reference. The table displays the PFT model number and the corresponding output power in dBm units and in mW (milliWatt) units.
  • Page 17: Warranty

    Price of the loaner unit plus shipping costs. When you receive the loaner unit, pack the failed unit in the loaner unit’s box and ship it freight prepaid to Pico Macom for repair. When you receive the repaired unit, a new RMA number will be provided in the box. Carefully pack the loaner unit and affix the new RMA number on the box and ship it back to us for full credit excluding shipping costs.
  • Page 18 Other limitations may apply, so please call us for additional information on qualifying equipment and procedures. Pico Macom reserves the right to modify or discontinue the Uptime Loaner Program at any time, and at its sole discretion.

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