Fiber Optic Communication Connection
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Fiber Optic Communication Connection
The Fiber Optic ports are an optional communications port used to connect to a BDSU Linker module -
UXCM. When integrated with a UXCM, the UXIM will inherit a host of advanced features outlined in the
BDSU Product Description Guide.
To connect to a UXCM, use the supplied fiber optic cable (if option is installed) and connect the TX of the
UXCM to the RX of the UXIM and then the TX of the UXIM to the RX of the UXCM.
When cutting the fiber optic cable to length, the ends must be properly cut and polished to achieve
reliable communications. Follow the instructions supplied with the polishing kit.
When routing and terminating the fiber optic cable, the following should be considered.
•
The minimum bend radius should not be
less than 35mm or 1.4”
•
The
maximum length between modules cannot exceed 250’ or 76 meters. Exceeding 250’
will
cause degradation in the signal which will manifest itself as intermittent or no communications.
Figure 14 - Minimum Fiber Optic Bend Radius
