The following documents may be used in conjunction with this manual: • Technetix.AIMA3000 - Product User Manual • Technetix.AIMA ASMM - Product User Manual • AIMA3000 NMS Web Management System Product User Manual Technetix.NMS3-EPSM - Basic Inventory Management Technetix.NMS3-EPSM - Basic Alarm Management Technetix.NMS3-EPSM - Basic System Management...
‘*’ Asterisk: Points marked with an asterisk means there is a corresponding note on the page 1.4 Technical Support If you need help in the process of setting up and maintaining an RT5S, please contact Technetix’s technical support staff: Europe:...
Outage or overload requiring service and repairs Unplug the unit and refer the servicing to Technetix qualified service personnel only. Servicing and repairs DO NOT attempt to service this unit yourself. Refer all servicing needs to Technetix qualified service personnel only. WARNING! Exposure to class 3A laser radiation is possible.
(MSOs) to increase network capacity to satisfy an ever-growing subscriber demand for bandwidth. The module’s operating wavelength conforms to ITU standards and it can work with Technetix Erbium Doped Fibre Amplifier Module (EDFA). It provides the utmost flexibility for MSOs during the transition to all-digital.
Local laser shutdown via web interface • Totally independent and controllable circuits in one module slot • Alarm monitoring via ASMM web interface and Technetix NMSE • Automatic thermo-cooler control (ATC) for a consistent laser temperature • Automatic power control (APC) for maintaining a consistent amount of power amplification for each wavelength •...
-25 ~ +70 oC Storage humidity 90 % (Non-condensing) Dimensions (W*D*H) 24.6 mm * 410 mm * 152.5 mm Weight 0.88 kg Network management Technetix NMSE or through ASMM’s web interface Technetix Group Limited May/2016 - Version 1.0 sales@technetix.com • technetix.com...
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AIMA3000.RT5S Product User Manual Notes: (1) Standard option. Contact a Technetix Sales Representative for availability of other options. (2) dBuV= 60 + dBmV (3) Two mini-SMB connectors on front panel: 1 RF inputs test ports and 1 to measure RF input before the laser.
E2000/APC Bandwidth 5~204 MHz (1) Default spacing is 200 GHz. For other wavelength configurations not listed, please contact Technetix. (2) X2 is only used in dual transmitter variants. • Dual version, X1 is the first channel and X2 is the second channel...
AIMA3000.RT5S Product User Manual 4.1.2 Front Panel Layout Figure 4.2 RT5S Front Panel Layout Technetix Group Limited May/2016 - Version 1.0 sales@technetix.com • technetix.com...
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AIMA3000.RT5S Product User Manual Table 4.1 RT5S 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: Amber Major Alarm: Red...
AIMA3000.RT5S Product User Manual 4.1.3 Rear Panel Layout Figure 4.3 Rear Panel Layout Technetix Group Limited May/2016 - Version 1.0 sales@technetix.com • technetix.com...
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AIMA3000.RT5S Product User Manual Table 4 2 RT5S Rear Panel Functions Serial Number Item Description RF 1 IN RF 1 Input RF 2 IN RF 2 Input Air Vent Air vent allowing air to flow out of the module Multi-pin Connector...
Before installing this device, you must ensure that the unit is intact and ready for 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 Technetix customer support representative. Necessary equipment and tools for installation: Table 5.1 Necessary equipment and tools for installation...
AIMA3000.RT5S Product User Manual 5.3 Module Installation Gently depress the orange retaining clip and release the hinged tab Hinged tab AIMA Module Orange retaining clip 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.
AIMA3000.RT5S Product User Manual 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...
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AIMA3000.RT5S Product User Manual Then, pull the panel forward. Then lift up the handle and slide the fibre guide out of the front of the chassis. Technetix Group Limited May/2016 - Version 1.0 sales@technetix.com • technetix.com...
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AIMA3000.RT5S Product User Manual DO NOT remove the dust cap from the fibre connector until right before connecting it to the input port. Raise the clip, insert the fibre connector, and then lower the clip over the connector. When using the sliding guide, put the fibre connector in the clip and slide it in from the rear to the front, through the chassis.
AIMA3000.RT5S Product User Manual 5.4.2 Using the Fibre Tray All optical fibres must be organised in a tidy manner in the chassis’s fibre tray, which provides enough space for up to 64 optical fibres. This allows for easy positioning and future replacement of optical fibres. Along the front of the chassis, there are cut-outs for keeping the optical fibres in position.
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AIMA3000.RT5S Product User Manual Use the Fibre Guide Tool to organise the cables and wires in the fibre tray to prevent tangles and the blocking of the guide rails. Fibre Tray Area Cut-outs Technetix Group Limited May/2016 - Version 1.0 sales@technetix.com...
AIMA3000.RT5S Product User Manual 5.4.3 Cleaning the Fibre Connector Ends and Front-panel Optical Ports To obtain a good quality optical input signal, optical fibre input ports and fibre connector ends must be carefully cleaned. Connection terminal Head face When cleaning the optical fibre-connector end, remove the dust cap and then use a lint-free cloth dampened with a static dissipative solvent to clean the angled surface.
AIMA3000.RT5S Product User Manual 5.4.4 Connecting the Optical Fibres 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.
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AIMA3000.RT5S 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.
AIMA3000.RT5S Product User Manual 5.8 RT5S Initial Setup Calculate the correct RF drive level per channel for the channel to be used for RF1 and RF2. Confirm RF channel level only on the RF1 and RF2 RF input leads or on all four RF1 and RF2 RF input leads and connect them to the chassis (pictured below).
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AIMA3000.RT5S Product User Manual With a computer connected to the ASMM module’s network, select the port for the transmitter that needs to be adjusted. Select "Port 1" for RF1 and "Port 2" for RF2 from the left bar under the RT5S being configured. Confirm that the “Input AGC mode”...
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AIMA3000.RT5S Product User Manual Alarm Control Factory Default Setting (bold) and range if applicable Laser Output Status Alarm Enable Major Enable Minor Disable Technetix Group Limited May/2016 - Version 1.0 sales@technetix.com • technetix.com...
6 Module Configuration & Alarm setup The module configuration settings can be configured using the web interface and Technetix 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.
AIMA3000.RT5S Product User Manual 6.1.2 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 “RT5S”, under “Modules” tab, the operator can view the module temperature and power supply voltage alarms. The operator can utilise the status indicators to judge whether the module is working properly.
AIMA3000.RT5S Product User Manual 6.1.3 Module Port Alarms Click on the “Port 1” for RF1 or “Port 2” for RF2 label under the module on the left column, as shown in Figure 6-3. On the module port page, the operator can view the Total Input Power, Laser Temperature, Laser Output Power and the Laser bias...
AIMA3000.RT5S Product User Manual 6.1.4 Alarm Monitoring Configuration Monitoring Function ON / OFF In Configuration section on Modules page, click Alarm Control to Enable/Disable Monitoring Function. 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 6-4 controls the detection is set to ON or OFF.
AIMA3000.RT5S Product User Manual 6.1.5 Input / Output Status Monitoring To setup Input / Output status monitoring, select the either “Port 1” for RF1 or “Port 2” for RF2 from the left menu under the RT5S needing configuration, and then the monitoring parameters will be listed for the designated transmitter under the “Alarm Settings”...
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AIMA3000.RT5S Product User Manual Table 6 2 Module Alarm Indicator Definitions Parameters (Common) Description Definitions Related Indicators LED Indicators Power OFF Power OFF Power OFF All OFF During Module Power Initiating AM Power ON Green (2 times / sec) No Alarm...
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AIMA3000.RT5S Product User Manual Parameters (Common) Description Definitions Related Indicators LED Indicators Laser Temperature is higher (Hi) or lower (Lo). Laser Bias Current is STAT Laser1-Warning-ALM Amber higher (Hi) or lower (Lo). LSR1 Laser Output Power is higher (Hi) or lower (Lo).
AIMA3000.RT5S Product User Manual 6.2 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 6.6 below: Figure 6.6 Technetix Group Limited May/2016 - Version 1.0...
The Web GUI above only supports the manual operation from a local PC. • The RT5S supports automated firmware updates and automatic backup & restore features via TFTP when managed via Technetix NMSE management software. Please refer to the NMSE Product User Manual for more information. Technetix Group Limited May/2016 - Version 1.0...
AIMA3000.RT5S Product User Manual 6.4 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 6-8 and Figure 6-9. Click "Apply"...
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AIMA3000.RT5S Product User Manual Figure 6.9 Table 6 3 Factory default table Parameters Configuration Factory default value After upgrade Alarm Control Enable/Disable Enable Retained TxUnitControl ON / OFF Retained Laser Output Control ON / OFF Retained Input AGC Mode ON / OFF...
AIMA3000.RT5S Product User Manual 6.5 Reboot The module can be made to reboot remotely, shown in Figure 6-10 below. Detailed operations: Click Modules tab, click the corresponding RT5S module, and click the "Apply" button in Reboot section. Next, click on "Submit"...
AIMA3000.RT5S 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...
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AIMA3000.RT5S Product User Manual Alarm Indicator status Common Faults Trouble Shooting LSR2 is amber The same as lLSR1 is Amber” The same as lLSR1 is Amber” m LSR2 is red The same as lLSR1 is red” The same as lLSR1 is red” s...
8 Declaration of Conformity According to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN45014 Manufacturer's Name: Technetix Manufacturer’s Address: Technetix Ltd, Innovation House, Technetix Business Park, Albourne, West Sussex, BN6 9EB Product Name: RT5S – 1550 nm Return Transmitter - Standard Conforms to the following standards:...
AIMA3000.RT5S Product User Manual Appendix A: Default Alarm Limit Settings Threshold Default Alarm Parameter Units HIHI Normal LOLO DeadBand changeable by Enable user Temperature +12V Input voltage 13,5 10,5 +5V Input voltage -5V Input voltage -4,4 Technetix Group Limited May/2016 - Version 1.0 sales@technetix.com...
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