CONTENT PRODUCT SUMMARY INSTALLATION Unpacking EDFA Mounting and Power Connection Optic connection EDFA CONTROLS, INDICATORS, AND ALARMS The operation of the panel PORT AND CABLE ASSIGNMENTS Management Port (RJ-45) RS232 Console port (DB9) Power Connection FAULT DISPOSAL Warning status Alarm status Fault prevention GUARANTEE AND REPAIR ITEMS...
The output power available is from 16.5 dBm to 23 dBm. The MX-A5400 series is a high-power multi-port EDFA with a gain spectrum band within 1540~1563nm. It is designed for the application of a single channel or 1~8 continuous ribbon channels (ITU wavelengths). This series of EDFA offers a flexible and low-cost solution for a CATV systems large coverage area.
Inspect the appearance of the unit for any shipping damage. Document and inform the shipping company and your local representative, if any damage was observed. NOTE: If returning the product to the Maxcom, please use original packaging, Maxcom disclaims all responsibility for damage caused by non-use of original packaging.
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Cleaning Guidelines: Fiber Patch cord connectors - Remove the dust cap of the fiber connectors and wipe the fiber connector tip with a dry lint-free cloth. Check if there are scratches or debris on the connector surface by using a microscope (ie.100x or 200x). - If no scratch or debris is found, the connector is ready for connection.
This section of the manual will give an overview of the available menus in the MX-A5400 series EDFA and their descriptions. All instructions in Section 3.0 refer to the representation of the front panel shown in the diagram below. The user can scroll through the EDFA menus by using the push buttons that are on the front panel and are located in the right of the LCD screen.
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Read-only menu, indicates the serial number of the equipment INPUT Read-only menu, indicates the input optical power in dBm. TOTAL OUTPUT Read-only menu, indicates the output optical power in dBm. EACH OUPUT Read-only menu, indicates the output optical at each output. PA CURRENT Read-only menu, indicates the pre pump current PA TEMP...
RS232 port: suitable for examining the MX-A5400 parameters and some system configuration by a PC RS232 port. SNMP: Simple network management protocol. Before connecting the MX-A5400 series to a port, please read the following instructions and port connectivity requirements. Management Port (RJ-45) i.
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6 IRD- 6 OTD- 6 OTD- Table 4-2 Straight and cross cable connecting iii. Port Connection The MX-A5400 series can automatically detect the Ethernet cable type (Straight-through or Crossover), so either type may be used. An Ethernet Page 7 of 12...
RJ-45 connector (MDI-X) of the MX-A5400 series and any device with a standard network interface (such as a work station or server), or to a network interconnection device (such as a bridge or router).
–48VDC. The Power module provides output voltages, +12VDC, to meet the power supply requirements of all the components in the system. 17 FAULT DISPOSAL The MX-A5400 series FTTP EDFA can monitor system operation and offer brief Page 9 of 12...
notices of warnings, and can correct the majority of status deflections of the equipment, such as: system parameter floating, equipment tolerance, laser aging, RF level changes, and temperature changes. The PUMP laser will continue operating when alarming. The alarm will disappear if the facility is self-detecting continually or the relative system parameter recovers into normal range.
If the Red lamp is blinking (Alarm), please send contact us to arrange shipping the product back Maxcom for repairs. The user should not open the top cover or warranty may be voided.
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