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Theory of Operation
The Fiberlink XA-1900 converts an incoming audio signal into a varying current
that intensity modulates the transmitting LED located in the optical connector on
the unit. The modulated light is then applied to a fiber optic cable.
The RA-1900 detects the light coming from a fiber optic cable by a photodiode
located in the optical connector on that unit. The small current produced by the
photodiode is amplified and applied to a driver stage. This stage provides the
proper output voltage to drive the required load. The output level adjustment is
used to set the output audio to the proper level.
The XA-1903 is functionally the same as 10 XA-1900 units in one housing.
The XR-1900 is functionally the same one XA-1900 and one RA-1900 in the
same housing.
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OVERALL SYSTEM CHECKOUT AND
TROUBLESHOOTING TECHNIQUES
Occasionally, during the installation of a fiber optic system, difficulties arise that
are the result of factors beyond the control of the installer.
It is to simplify the task of the installer that the following general checkout
procedure is included.
A. Check Transmitter or Transmit Section of a Transceiver
1. Is operating power (DC, AC, Voltages) correct?
2. Are the correct pins on the connector or terminal block being used?
3. Is the correct signal level present at transmitter input?
4. Does the transmitting LED glow dimly when a signal is applied? Note
that this is only true for an operating wavelength of 850 nm. Units at
1300 nm are totally invisible.*
5. If the unit is an analog or video transmitter (at 850 nm), is there a
continuous dim glow from the transmitting LED? *
6. Is the optical connector on the transmitting LED clear of any obstruc-
tion or minute dirt particles?
7. Does the fact that the power ground and signal ground of many systems
are common, matter?
8. Does the fact that the power ground, signal ground, and case are
common cause a short circuit anywhere in the system?
* The above visual check should only be attempted with LEDs.
NEVER LOOK DIRECTLY AT AN OPERATING
LASER
DIODE REGARDLESS OF THE
OPERATING WAVELENGTH!!!
US Government regulations require that all equipment using Laser Diodes be
clearly identified with appropriate warning
labels. Be sure to heed these labels.