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- Page 1 Rattler 4 User Guide M4027-9900-102 24 July 2014...
- Page 2 Belden Inc. or its affiliated companies in the United States and other jurisdictions. Grass Valley, Rattler 4 are trademarks or registered trademarks of Grass Valley. Belden Inc., Grass Valley, and other parties may also have trademark rights in other terms used herein.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents 1 Introduction ......... . . 1 About Rattler 4 . - Page 4 Table of Contents...
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Page 5: Introduction
Introduction This chapter describes the Rattler 4 system, including safety, warranty, and specification information. About Rattler 4 ............... . 2 Available Rattler 4 Models . -
Page 6: About Rattler 4
Introduction About Rattler 4 About Rattler 4 The Rattler 4 is a miniature HD/SDI to fiber optical signal converter. Rattler 4 Transmitter unit accepts a 75 ohm coaxial input and converts it into an optical signal via a standard ST connector. The Rattler 4 RX Receiver unit reconverts the signal back to a BNC output. -
Page 7: About This User Guide
Rattler 4 User Guide The Rattler 4 is fully interoperable with a wide range of Grass Valley series fiber optic equipment as well as other manufacturers. Certain Grass Valley PicoLink accessories may be used with the Rattler 4 units. Please see your authorized Grass Valley series dealer for more information (seeContact Us on page 21). -
Page 8: Available Rattler 4 Models
Introduction Available Rattler 4 Models Available Rattler 4 Models All Rattler 4 Units come with a Mini-XLR locking power cord. Fiber Optic Model Type Connector Connector Wavelength CWDM Single Transmitter Unit RAT4-EO-MXLR Transmitter Input Output Single Receiver Unit RAT4-OE-MXLR Receiver Output Input Single Transmitter Units with CWDM... - Page 9 Rattler 4 User Guide Fiber Optic Model Type Connector Connector Wavelength CWDM RAT4-EO-1591-MXLR Transmitter Input Output RAT4-EO-1611-MXLR Transmitter Input Output Dual Transmitter Unit RAT4-EOEO-A-MXLR Dual 2 Inputs 2 Outputs 1310 nm Transmitter Dual Receiver Unit RAT4-OEOE-MXLR Dual Receiver 2 Outputs 2 Inputs Not Applicable No Transceiver Unit...
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Page 10: Rattler Kits
Introduction Rattler Kits Rattler Kits All kits come in a Injection Molded Road Case (RAT4-KIT-CASE can be ordered separately) with two LKS-WSU power supplies. • RAT4-KIT1-T-MXLR: consists of one RAT4-EO-A-MXLR Transmitter and one RAT4-OE- MXLR Receiver • RAT4-KIT2-TT-MXLR: consists of one dual RAT4-EOEO-A-MXLR Transmitter and one dual RAT4-OEOE-MXLR Receiver •... -
Page 11: Unpacking The Rattler 4
In the unlikely event of damage to your Rattler 4 during shipping or delivery, take note or any damage with the delivery or shipping service. If any component does not work correctly out of the box, contact Grass Valley, a Belden Brand (see Contact Us on page 21). -
Page 12: Electromagnetic Compatibility
Introduction Electromagnetic Compatibility Electromagnetic Compatibility This equipment has been tested for verification of compliance with FCC Part 15, Subpart B requirements for Class A digital devices. Notes This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. -
Page 13: Rattler 4 Operation
Rattler 4 Operation This chapter describes how the Rattler 4 system operates, including how to install the sytem and how to read the LEDs. Rattler 4 Single Unit Components ........... . . 10 Rattler 4 Dual Unit Operation . -
Page 14: Rattler 4 Single Unit Components
Rattler 4 Operation Rattler 4 Single Unit Components Rattler 4 Single Unit Components The Rattler 4 has no user adjustable components. The LED area provides monitoring once the connections are made and the unit is connected to power. Fig. 2-1: Rattler 4 Single Unit The Rattler 4 Single Unit features the following: 1 BNC Connector: HD/SDI Input for the Tx Unit and Output for the Rx Unit. -
Page 15: Led Display Operation
Rattler 4 User Guide LED Display Operation Rattler Tx Unit Fig. 2-3: Rattler Tx Unit LEDs 1 Power LED – indicates power is connected and within 5-16 VDC range 2 SIG LED – indicates HD/SDI Signal Presence Rattler Rx Unit Fig. -
Page 16: Rattler 4 Dual Unit Operation
Rattler 4 Operation Rattler 4 Dual Unit Operation Rattler 4 Dual Unit Operation Rattler 4 Dual Unit operation is nearly identical to that of the single units. The dual units have two independent LED displays, one on each side of the unit. Only one power supply is required. -
Page 17: Using The Picolink Pl-Tray To Rack Mount The Rattler 4
The pL-Tray is a rack-mountable unit that can hold up to 10 Rattler 4 single units. The pL- Tray can provide redundant dual power supplies to ensure continuous Rattler operation. Please see the Grass Valley, a Belden Brand web site www.miranda.com for additional information or contact your authorized Grass Valley reseller. -
Page 18: Fiber Optical Channel Monitoring Using The Led Display
Rattler 4 Operation Fiber Optical Channel Monitoring using the LED Display Fiber Optical Channel Monitoring using the LED Display The Rattler 4 Rx receiver units provide direct digital readout of the Fiber Optic Link signal strength for signals received at the unit. This readout is presented in 5 dBm ranges of dBm units . -
Page 19: Best Practices
Best Practices This chapter presents the Best Practices with the equipment as well as a Troubleshooting section. Best Practices ............... . 16 Troubleshooting . -
Page 20: Best Practices
Best Practices Best Practices Best Practices • Protect the Fiber Optic Cable and the Fiber Optic Connectors using the connector covers provided with theRattler 4. • Always keep these connectors protected unless they are being connected. • You should read the Using Fiber Optics Guide for information on how to manage and deploy your fiber optics cabling, safety precautions, tips &... -
Page 21: Block Diagram
Rattler 4 User Guide Block Diagram Fig. 3-2: Rattler 4 Functional Block Diagram... - Page 22 Best Practices Block Diagram...
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Page 23: Specifications
Transmission Method....................... Digital Input Level ....................800 mV (Peak To Peak) Input Impedance ......................75 Ohms Coaxial Equalization at 2.97 Gbps ......3G 100m; HD 300m Belden 1694A Output Impedance ...................... 75 Ohms Bit-Error Rate at -22 dBm ....................10 Jitter (pathological data pattern)................<0.2 UI Rise/fall times........................ - Page 24 Specifications...
- Page 25 Contact Us Grass Valley Technical Support For technical assistance, please contact the Grass Valley Technical Support center nearest you: Americas Asia Office hours: 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. (EST) Office hours: 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. (GMT+8) Telephone: 1-800-224-7882 Telephone: +852 2539 6987 Fax: +1 514 335 1614...
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