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1550 nm Optical Forward Transmitter - Standard
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  • Page 1 AIMA-FT5S 1550 nm Optical Forward Transmitter - Standard Product User Manual Offices Australia, Melbourne : tel. +61-3-8561-1400 China, Beijing : tel. +86-10-5791-0655 Americas : tel. +1-888-339-8805 Australia, Melbourne : tel. +61-3-8561-1400 EMEA, Netherlands : tel. +31-36-536-8011 info@pbnglobal.com www.pbnglobal.com © 2014 Pacific Broadband Networks. All rights reserved.
  • Page 2 AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual AIMA FT5S 1550 nm Optical Forward Transmitter -Standard Product User Manual Last update 18 July 2014 Document version Document reference FT5S Manual Document status Released Prepared by Pacific Broadband Networks Prepared for Product Users Pacific Broadband Networks...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual Contents About This Manual ....................... 6 Related Documentation ....................... 6 Document Conventions ....................... 6 Technical Support ........................ 7 Precautions .......................... 8 Overview ..........................9 Product Description ......................9 Product Key Features ......................10 Specifications ........................11 Block Diagram........................
  • Page 4 AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual Module Configuration & Alarm setup ................. 30 Port Configuration screen ....................30 6.1.1 Determine the RF power to the RF input port..............32 Applying RF settings to FT5S transmitter MGC mode ............35 6.2.1 Sample RF load 80 channels analog RF load ..............35 6.2.2...
  • Page 5 AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual Appendix A: Default Alarm Limit Settings ..................60 Appendix B: Factory Default Settings ....................61 Pacific Broadband Networks 18 July 2014 Page 5 of 62...

  • Page 6: About This Manual

    PBN.NMS3-EPSM - Basic Alarm Management PBN.NMS3-EPSM - Basic System Management PBN.NMS3-EPSM - Basic Template Management The document can be found at the download section of PBN’s corporate website: http://www.pbnglobal.com/en/support/downloads/manuals. A registered account is required. 1.2 Document Conventions Before you use the manual, please familiarize yourself with the format used in this manual.

  • Page 7: Technical Support

    AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual 1.3 Technical Support If you need help in the process of setting up and maintaining an FT5S, please contact PBN's technical support staff: Australia: Suite 15, Building 3, 195 Wellington Road Clayton, VIC 3168, Australia Phone: +61-3-8561-1400...

  • Page 8: Precautions

    AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual 2 Precautions WARNING! This equipment is intended for indoor applications. To prevent fire or electrical shock, or damage to the equipment, do not expose units to water or moisture.  You should carefully read and thoroughly understand the contents of the manual before installing and using this equipment.

  • Page 9: Overview

    3 Overview 3.1 Product Description The 1550 nm Forward Transmitter Module - Standard series (FT5S) is designed to plug into PBN’s latest Advanced Intelligent Multi-services Access platform - the AIMA3000. PBN’s AIMA3000 FT5S is available in single and dual laser configurations. It features advanced forward transmitters engineered for multi-service operators (MSOs) to increase network capacity to satisfy an ever-growing subscriber demands for more bandwidth.

  • Page 10: Product Key Features

     Frequency response from 45 MHz to 1000 MHz fit for both broadcast and narrowcast applications  Alarm monitoring via ASMM web interface and PBN NMSE  Automatic gain control (AGC) for a consistent optical modulation index (OMI)  Automatic thermo-cooler control (ATC) for a consistent laser temperature ...

  • Page 11: Specifications

    Double port: 4 x Mini-SMB Notes: (1) Standard option. Contact a PBN Sales Representative for availability of other options. (2) dBuV=60+dBmV. (3) Three mini-SMBs on front panel: one each for BC and NC inputs and one for laser RF level.
  • Page 12 (5) CNR, CSO, CTB and MER are loaded with 30 NTSC+124 QAM256 or 30 PAL D/K+85 QAM256. BER is loaded with 30 NTSC+124 QAM256, 30 PAL D/K+85 QAM256 or 153 QAM256. All are measured with PBN referenced optical receiver with 5 km single-mode optical fiber 0 dBm.

  • Page 13: Block Diagram

    AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual 3.4 Block Diagram Figure 3-1 Block diagram FT5S Table 3-3 FT5S Block Diagram Glossary Parameters Glossary Narrowcast Input NC MGC Narrowcast Input Gain -20 dB TP -20 dB Test Point Broadcast Input BC MGC Broadcast Input Gain...

  • Page 14: Order Details

    E2000/APC Bandwidth 45 ~ 1000 Hz Notes: (1) Default spacing is 200 GHz. For other wavelength configurations not listed, please contact PBN. (2) X2 used only in dual transmitter version Dual version, X is first channel and X is second channel...

  • Page 15: Module Characteristics

    AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual 4 Module Characteristics 4.1 Module Appearance and Port Layout 4.1.1 Overview Front Panel Rear Panel Figure 4-1 Module Appearance Pacific Broadband Networks 18 July 2014 Page 15 of 62...

  • Page 16: Front Panel Layout

    AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual 4.1.2 Front Panel Layout Figure 4-2 FT5S Front Panel Layout Pacific Broadband Networks 18 July 2014 Page 16 of 62...
  • Page 17 AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual Table 4-1 FT5S Front Panel Functions Item Number Item Description MODE LED Module Gain Control Mode Indicator MGC: Green Light Blinking AGC: Green STATUS LED Module Alarm Indicator Normal: Green Minor Alarm: Orange Major Alarm: Red...

  • Page 18: Rear Panel Layout

    AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual 4.1.3 Rear Panel Layout Figure 4-3 Rear Panel Layout Table 4-2 FT5S Rear Panel Functions Serial Number Item Description NC1 IN Narrowcast RF 1 Input BC1 IN Broadcast RF 1 Input NC2 IN Narrowcast RF 2 Input...

  • Page 19: Installation

    Unpack and check the unit: Open the box to check for any damage that may have occurred during shipment. If damage is found, please contact a PBN customer support representative. Necessary equipment and tools for installation: Table 5-1 Necessary equipment and tools for installation...

  • Page 20: Module Installation

    AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual 5.3 Module Installation 1. Gently depress the orange retaining clip and release the hinged tab Hinged tab AIMA module Orange retaining clip 2. Hold the AIMA module casing upright, align it with the AIMA3000 slide rails for the correct slot, and insert the module until it reaches the multi-pin connector.

  • Page 21: Connecting Optical Cables

    AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual 3. After the module is inserted, gently push the hinged tab until it snaps into the orange retaining clip. While pushing down on the hinged tab, the AIMA module will mate with the power bus and will lock in into the chassis...
  • Page 22 AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual 2. Then, pull the panel the panel forward. 3. Then lift up the handle and slide the fiber guide out of the front of the chassis. Pacific Broadband Networks 18 July 2014 Page 22 of 62...

  • Page 23: Using The Fiber Tray

    AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual DO NOT remove the dust cap from the fiber connector until right before connecting it to the input port. 4. Raise the clip, insert the fiber connector, and then lower the clip over the connector. When using the sliding guide, put the fiber connector in the clip and slide it in from the rear to the front, through the chassis.
  • Page 24 AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual 2. Use the Fiber Guide Tool to organize the cables and wires in the fiber tray to prevent tangles and the blocking of the guide rails. Fiber Tray Area Cut-outs Pacific Broadband Networks 18 July 2014...

  • Page 25: Cleaning The Fiber Connector Ends And Front-Panel Optical Ports

    AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual 5.4.3 Cleaning the Fiber Connector Ends and Front-panel Optical Ports To obtain a good quality optical input signal, optical fiber input ports and fiber connector ends must be carefully cleaned. Connection terminal Head face Figure 5-4 When cleaning the optical fiber-connector end, remove the dust cap and then use a lint-free cloth dampened with a static dissipative solvent to clean the angled surface.

  • Page 26: Connecting The Optical Fibers

    AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual 5.4.4 Connecting the Optical Fibers Carefully lift up the hinged cover of the optical input port, align the raised tab on the connector with the slot in the port. Insert the connector until the connector is securely held in place indicated by a clicking sound.

  • Page 27: Test The Optical Output Signal

    AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual 5.7 Test the Optical Output Signal After the input signal has been confirmed, the optical power of the associated optical output port should be tested. Use the optical power meter to test the output levels; the output values should be in accordance with the technical specifications.

  • Page 28: Initial Setup

    AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual 5.8 Initial Setup 1. After calculating the correct RF drive level per channel for the channel plan to be used for BC only or BC and NC. See formula in section 6.1.1. Confirm RF channel level only on the BC RF input lead or BC and NC RF input leads and connect both to the chassis (pictured below).
  • Page 29 AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual 4. With a laptop connected to the ASMM module’s network or an Android device connected to the front of the ASMM module’s USB port in host mode. Select the port for the transmitter that needs to be adjusted, confirm that the “Input AGC mode” is set to “OFF”, if not change it to “OFF”...

  • Page 30: Module Configuration & Alarm Setup

    Product User Manual 6 Module Configuration & Alarm setup The module configuration settings can be configured using the web interface and PBN’s NMSE (network management software). This manual only provides details on the web interface. For login details and network setup, please refer to the AIMA-ASMM user manual. If the same module is reinserted in the same slot, the ASMM will restore the previous settings if the module is set to “Auto...
  • Page 31 AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual After selecting “Port 1” or “Port 2”, the RF configuration screen will appear for the designated transmitter. In the RF configuration screen “Laser Output Control”, “Input AGC Mode”, “Modulation Mode”, “OMI Offset”, “Broadcast MGC”, “Narrowcast MGC”, and ”Alarm Settings” become available. For proper RF settings with different RF channel loads, see the example calculations shown in 6.1.1.

  • Page 32: Determine The Rf Power To The Rf Input Port

    AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual 6.1.1 Determine the RF power to the RF input port. In order to set up the port configuration for the FT5S transmitter, the proper RF level must to be determined and applied to the transmitter. The factory default RF load is listed below ...
  • Page 33 AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual Example RF load consisting of a mix of analog and of QAM RF channels. Analog channels = 50 QAM64 channels = 13 channels have -10 dB backoff QAM256 channels = 15 channels have a -6 dB backoff First, the total RF power of the suggested channel load must be determined.
  • Page 34 AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual Total RF power 50 analog channels = 50 analog equivalent 13 QAM64 channels @ -10 dB = 1.3 analog equivalent 15 QAM256 channels @ -6 dB = 3.8 analog equivalent ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- + Approximately 55.1 analog channels RF level to be applied to the transmitter Channel load = 55.1 analog channels...

  • Page 35: Applying Rf Settings To Ft5S Transmitter Mgc Mode

    AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual 6.2 Applying RF settings to FT5S transmitter MGC mode Go to the “Port 1” or “Port 2” section on the FT5S configuration page through the ASMM’s web interface (see section 6.1 for details). 6.2.1 Sample RF load 80 channels analog RF load Connect the RF cable to the BC input of the FT5S transmitter.

  • Page 36: Sample Rf Load For 42 Analog Channels Analog Of Rf Load

    AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual 6.2.2 Sample RF load for 42 analog channels analog of RF load Connect the RF load to the BC input of the FT5S transmitter. If the NC port is not used it is advised to terminate the NC port with a 75 Ω terminator.

  • Page 37: Applying Rf Settings To Ft5S Transmitter Agc Mode

    AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual 6.3 Applying RF settings to FT5S transmitter AGC mode Go to the “Port 1” or the “Port 2” section on the FT5S configuration page through the ASMM’s web interface (see section 6.1 for details). 6.3.1 Sample RF load for 80 analog channels of RF load Connect the RF load at a level of 15 dBmV ±...
  • Page 38 AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual 6.3.3 Sample RF load for 50 analog channels + 13 QAM64 channels and 15 QAM256 channels Connect the RF load at a level of 16.6 dBmV ± 3 dB (50 analog channels + 13 QAM64 channels + 15 QAM256 channels) to the BC input of the FT5S transmitter.
  • Page 39 AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual Table 6-5 Port Configuration Parameters Description Description Items Sub Items Effect and Configuration Configuration Method Slot Module Module Type Information Port Laser Type Laser Wavelength Broadcast Input Will display the RF total power Power Laser Output...

  • Page 40: Confirming Input Signal

    AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual 6.3.4 Confirming Input Signal Input Signal is shown as the red box in Figure 6-6: Figure 6-6 Input Power Calculations The relationship between input power and the number of channels: Per channel Power = Input Power -10LOG (number of channels) On Figure 6-6, the interface displays the “Broadcast Input Power”...

  • Page 41: Configuration Of Module Rf Signal

    AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual 6.3.5 Configuration of Module RF Signal Default Configuration - AGC ON The FT5S module’s default signal setting is for 77 channels (NTSC) at 75 dBμV per channel. If the operator sets, the module to AGC mode when the level changes within a range of ± 3 dB the FT5S can still work properly.

  • Page 42: Setup Using Separate Bc And Nc Rf Input In Mgc Mode

    AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual 6.4 Setup using separate BC and NC RF input in MGC mode Since no QAM RF signals are used in sample calculation 1 or 2, this setup will use sample calculation 3. For the exact RF calculation, please refer to Chapter 6.1.1 sample calculation 3.

  • Page 43: Setup Using Separate Bc And Nc Rf Input In Agc Mode

    AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual Option 2 Broadcast port setup 1. Set “Input AGC Mode” to OFF and click "Submit" to apply the setting 2. Apply the Channel load of the 50 channels analog RF load with a level of 15 dBmV to the transmitter.

  • Page 44: Rf Transmitter Setup Using Both Bc And Nc Rf Input

    AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual 6.5.1 RF transmitter setup using both BC and NC RF input Option 1 Connect Broadcast RF load to the BC port of the transmitter at a level of 16.6 dBmV ± 3 dB (50 x analog) See sample calculation for calculated RF input level (chapter 6.1.1. Sample 3) Broadcast port setup 1.

  • Page 45: Alarms Monitoring

    AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual 6.6 Alarms Monitoring All alarm information is monitored by the ASMM module. If an alarm occurs, the operator can view the associated module page to find more detailed alarm information. 6.6.1 Alarm Status Pages Click the Alarms tab on the menu bar to display an overview of the alarm status of all the installed modules as shown in Figure 6-6 below.

  • Page 46: Module Operating Voltage And Temperature Alarm

    AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual 6.6.2 Module operating voltage and temperature alarm Click on the corresponding module, as shown in the following figure, to view the module alarm information. By clicking on “FT5S”, under “Modules” tab, the operator can view the module temperature and power supply voltage alarms.

  • Page 47: Module Port Alarms

    AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual 6.6.3 Module Port Alarms Click on the “Port 1” or “Port 2” label under the module on the left column, as shown in Figure 6-8. On the module port page, the operator can view the Total Input Power, Laser Temperature, Laser...

  • Page 48: Alarm Monitoring Configuration

    AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual 6.6.4 Alarm Monitoring Configuration 6.6.4.1 Monitoring Function ON / OFF In Configuration section on Modules page, click Alarm Control to Enable/Disable Monitoring Function. 6.6.4.2 Temperature, +12V, +5V Voltage Alarm Levels Management By default, temperature, +12 V, +5 V, - 5V voltage alarms are all set to ON. The check box □ √ as shown in Figure 6-9 controls the detection is set to ON or OFF.
  • Page 49 AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual Table 6-4 Modules Page Alarms Threshold Parameters Instruction Factory Critical Warning Warning Critical Dead Detection Parameters Normal High High Band Range Default Temperature 70.0 65.0 28.0 -5.0 -40 ~ 120 +12V Input 13.5 12.0 10.5 0 ~ 15.5...

  • Page 50: Input / Output Status Monitoring

    AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual 6.6.5 Input / Output Status Monitoring To setup Input / Output status monitoring, select the either “Port 1” or “Port 2” from the left menu, and then the monitoring parameters will be listed for the designated transmitter under the “Alarm Settings”...
  • Page 51 AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual Module Alarm Indicator Definitions Table 6-6 Module Alarm Indicator Definitions Parameters (Common) Description Definitions Related Lighting Indicators Conditions Power OFF Power OFF Power OFF All OFF Power ON During Module Green (2 times / Initiating AM...

  • Page 52: Logs Management

    AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual 6.7 Logs Management The operator can view all the alarms of the modules in the chassis on the Logs Management page. Click “Logs” to enter the Logs Management page. Refer to Figure 6-11 below: Figure 6-11...

  • Page 53: Device Upgrade

    * The Web GUI above only supports the manual operation from a local PC. * The FT5S supports automated firmware updates and automatic backup & restore features via TFTP when managed via PBN NMSE management software. Please refer to the NMSE Product User Manual for more information.

  • Page 54: Restoring Factory Defaults

    AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual 6.9 Restoring Factory Defaults Loading factory default can restore the device to the factory default setting. Detailed operations: Click Modules tab and click the module to be configured as the page shown in Figure 6-1. Click "Apply"...
  • Page 55 AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual 1 Click the module to be configured. 2 Click "Apply" to load factory default settings. Figure 6-1 Table 6-1 Factory default and upgrade configuration parameters table Parameters Configuration Factory default value After software upgrade Alarm Control...

  • Page 56: Reboot

    AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual 6.10 Reboot The module can be made to reboot remotely, shown in Figure 6-2 below. Detailed operations: Click Modules tab, click the corresponding FT5S module, and click the "Apply" button in Reboot section. Next, click on "Submit" to confirm, and then the module will automatically restart. The configuration of the module will not be lost after rebooting.

  • Page 57: Troubleshooting

    AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual 7 Troubleshooting Indicator for determining faults If there is a fault, the operator can use the status LEDs to determine the location and condition of the fault. Please see Table 7-1 below: Table 7-1 Fault Judgment Table...

  • Page 58: Product Warranty

    Pacific Broadband Networks’ helpdesk. 9. The equipment (at PBN’s sole discretion) has not been abused, misused, or operated under conditions outside the manufacturer’s specifications. The warranty does not cover the following: 1.

  • Page 59: Declaration Of Conformity

    AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual 9 Declaration of Conformity According to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN45014 Pacific Broadband Networks Manufacturer's Name: Manufacturer’s Address: Suite Floor, Building Wellington Road, Clayton, Victoria 3168, Australia – Product Name: FT5S 1550 nm Optical Forward Transmitter Module...

  • Page 60: Appendix A: Default Alarm Limit Settings

    AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual Appendix A: Default Alarm Limit Settings Critical Warning Warning Critical Dead Factory Detection Parameters Normal High High Band Default Range Temperature 70.0 65.0 28.0 -5.0 -20 ~ 125 +5V Input 0 ~ 6.5 Voltage (V) +12V Input 13.2...

  • Page 61: Appendix B: Factory Default Settings

    AIMA-FT5S Product User Manual Appendix B: Factory Default Settings Parameters Conditions Factory Default Value After Software Upgrade Alarm Detection ON / OFF Control Output Control ON / OFF Output Gain Type MGC / AGC Output RF Pad 0 ~ 20...
  • Page 62 Offices Australia, Melbourne : tel. +61-3-8561-1400 China, Beijing : tel. +86-10-5791-0655 Americas : tel. +1-888-339-8805 EMEA, Netherlands : tel. +31-36-536-8011 info@pbnglobal.com www.pbnglobal.com © 2014 Pacific Broadband Networks. All rights reserved.

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