Functional Description; Installation; Power Source - AFi MT-944C-SL Instruction Manual

Four channel video transmitter with one bi-directional multi-protocol data channel
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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing your American Fibertek Series 944C-SL singlemode four channel video
multiplexer with bi-directional multi-protocol data. Please take a few minutes to read these installation
instructions in order to obtain the maximum performance from this product.

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

The MT-944C-SL operates as half of a transmitter / receiver pair for the digital transmission of four
simultaneous NTSC or PAL video signals along with one channel of field configurable bi-directional
data.over one singlemode fiber optic cable. The data channel may be configured as RS485 data,
RS422 data, RS232 data, or Manchester data. The RS485 channel may be configured for 2-wire (half
duplex) or 4-wire (full duplex) with or without biasing. Switch selectable internal 120 ohm terminations
are available for RS422 or RS485 data.
NOTE: This unit is shipped with Data Channel in the RS485 4-wire configuration. For other
configurations, please refer to the DATA CONFIGURATION section for changes to the default
switch settings.
NOTE: This unit is shipped with data terminations off and data bias off. For other
configurations, please refer to the DATA TERMINATION / BIAS section for changes to the
default switch settings.
The MT-944C-SL multiplexes four video input signals along with one data signal into a high speed
serial data stream. This serial data stream modulates a laser at 1310nm wavelength. The MT-944C-SL
also detects and demultiplexes a return optical serial data stream containing one data signal at a
1550nm wavelength.
This unit is contained in a rugged aluminum housing with internal dc voltage regulation. The detachable
terminal blocks and LED indicators provide for easy installation and monitoring of video, data, and
optical power.
The MT-944C-SL is designed for mounting as a modular stand alone unit. For a rack mounted version
please see the RT-944C-SL.

INSTALLATION

THIS INSTALLATION SHOULD BE MADE BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSON AND SHOULD
CONFORM TO THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70 AND LOCAL CODES.
Mount the unit to a secure surface using #8 (3mm) hardware in four places. See the drawing on the
next page for mounting dimensions. Be sure to allow sufficient room for the required minimum bend
radius of the fiber cable used.

POWER SOURCE

THIS PRODUCT SHALL BE POWERED BY A LISTED CLASS 2 POWER SUPPLY ONLY.
This unit requires a +12VDC power source with a current rating of 1.25 amps for proper operation. The
DC input is diode protected. In the USA and in Canada an American Fibertek PS-12D is supplied with
this unit. The negative side of the power input is directly connected to ground. ANSI/NFPA 70 Class 2
wiring is recommended.
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