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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing your American Fibertek MT-2400 multimode video / RS422 data transceiver.
Please take a few minutes to read these installation instructions in order to obtain the maximum
performance from this product.
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
The MT-2400 operates as half of a transceiver pair for the transmission of bi-directional baseband
NTSC, PAL, RS170, or RS343 video signals with bi-directional RS422 data. It is designed to operate
with the MR-2400 or RR-2400 video / RS422 data transceiver over a single multimode fiber optic cable.
The MT-2400 converts a single video input and a single RS422 data input into an optical output using a
1300 nm wavelength source. The MT-2400 also converts an optical input signal returning on the same
fiber into a single video output and a single RS422 data output using an 850 nm wavelength detector.
The 2400 Series product is designed to operate over an optical loss budget range of 0 to 12 dB when
used on 62.5 um multimode fiber. The MT-2400 operates on 50 um or 62.5 um multimode 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 indicators provide for easy installation and monitoring of video
/ RS422 data and ac power.
The MT-2400 is designed for mounting as a modular stand alone unit. For a rack mounted version
please see the RT-2400.
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.