PWRLink II 4800T Optical Transmitter Product Manual Rev A (2/02)
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Overview
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About This Manual
This instruction manual is a complete guide to installation, configuration and
operation of PWRLink™ II 4800T series optical transmitters. The models that
are covered by this manual are listed in Appendix A, Section A.2.
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Chapter 1 provides a description of the PWRLink II transmitter.
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Chapter 2 describes the installation procedure.
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Chapter 3 introduces the user interfaces.
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Chapter 4 describes how to set up and configure the transmitter.
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Chapter 5 outlines maintenance procedures.
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Chapter 6 provides instructions on what to do in the event of problems.
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Appendix A provides complete technical specifications.
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Appendix B shows additional user interface details.
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Appendix C provides a list of Harmonic’s offices.
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Description
The PWRLink II 4800T transmitter is a compact plug-in module designed for
use in the Harmonic HLP 4200 equipment platform. An HMC 4000 module
carrier is needed to mount the transmitter in the platform. Harmonic has
optimized the PWRLink II 4800T series family of transmitter modules for
high-performance transmission of RF broadband information over optical
fiber networks.
The PWL 4800T has the following key features:
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Transmission bandwidth from 45 MHz to 870 MHz
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Optical performance with 76 PAL (System B/G) analog channels plus
additional digital loading
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Internal monitoring and control using 32-bit microprocessor
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Local control of operating parameters—provided by the HLP 4200
platform
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Remote control and monitoring—provided by NETWatch Site Controller
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Autosetup feature that adjusts RF pad for optimum modulation
performance
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Automatic gain control and manual gain control modes of operation