Transmission Distances (Typical); Launch Power & Sensitivity; Power Supply - TC Communications TC1540 User Manual

Transmission Distances (typical)

The TC1540 is compatible with all popular sizes and types of fiber. Transmission distances up to 3km* are
typical over Multimode fiber at 850nm and 4km* at 1310nm. Distances to 35m* are typical over Single Mode
fiber at 1310nm.
Launch Power & Sensitivity
Transmitter: LED/ELED; typical Launch Power -
Receiver: PIN Diode; typical Sensitivity -
*Launch power, sensitivity and distance are listed for reference only. These numbers may vary.

Power Supply

Typically, a 9V to 12V DC power supply @250mA is adequate for the TC1540. The power plug is a terminal
block connector with positive & negative polarity indicated on the top panel of the unit. Alternate power
sources are available as an option (see Chapter 5 - Specifications).
-20dBm* (850nm/1310nm MM, @62.5/125µm)
-16dBm* (1310nm Single Mode, @9/125µm)
-36dBm* (850nm/1310nm MM, @62.5/125µm)
-36dBm* (1310nm Single Mode, @9/125µm)
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