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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing your American Fibertek MT-388SL singlemode video/audio transmitter.
Please take a few minutes to read these installation instructions in order to obtain the maximum
performance from this product.
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
The MT-388SL operates as half of a transmitter/receiver pair for the transmission of a one way
baseband NTSC, PAL, RS170, or RS343 video signals along with two channels of one way audio. It is
designed to operate with the MR-388SL or RR-388SL video/audio receiver over one singlemode fiber
optic cable.
The MT-388SL converts a single video input and two separate audio inputs into an optical output using
a 1300 nm wavelength source. The 388SL Series product is designed to operate over an optical loss
budget range of 0 to 21 dB. The MT-388SL operates on 9 um singlemode fiber. Refer to the data
sheets for detailed performance specifications.
This unit is contained in a compact and rugged aluminum housing with internal dc voltage regulation.
The detachable terminal blocks and LED indicator provide for easy installation and monitoring of
video/audio and power.
The MT-388SL is designed for mounting as a modular stand alone unit. For a rack mounted version
please see the RT-388SL.
INSTALLATION
THIS INSTALLATION SHOULD BE MADE BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSON AND SHOULD
CONFORM TO THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70 AND LOCAL CODES.
Mount the unit to a secure surface using #8 (3mm) hardware in four places. See the drawing on the
next page for mounting dimensions. Be sure to allow sufficient room for the required minimum bend
radius of the fiber cable used.
POWER SOURCE
THIS PRODUCT SHALL BE POWERED BY A LISTED CLASS 2 POWER SUPPLY ONLY.
This unit requires a 12 volt DC power source for proper operation. In the USA and in Canada an
American Fibertek PS-12 is supplied with this unit. ANSI/NFPA 70 Class 2 wiring is recommended.
