Manual
ibaBM-FOX-i-3o-D
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Scope of delivery
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The scope of delivery includes:
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ibaBM-FOX-i-3o-D
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2-pole Phoenix connector (for power supply)
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Manual
Product properties
3.1
Description
The device ibaBM-FOX-i-3o-D (Fiber Optic Multiplier x3) is used for the distribution,
multiplication and recovery of optical signals used within the iba family of measurement
devices.
iba devices for data acquisition and signal conversion are typically connected via fiber
optics (ibaNet). This allows an easy handling of the connections (no termination resis-
tor networks) and provides a high signal-to-noise-ratio for data transmission. Moreover,
distributed data acquisition topologies may be built, as large as covering several
square miles.
A specific feature of the highly specialized ibaNet measurement network is the ability
that the star network topologies can work in uni-directional mode. Hence, the optical
signals may be multiplied by simply doubling the input data stream into several output
streams with identical information.
Concerning this fact redundant measurement systems using the same I/O infrastruc-
ture at different locations can easily be realized. This results in dramatic cost savings
that range from purchasing fewer devices to reduced planning and engineering costs.
The ibaBM-FOX-i-3o-D device features one fiber optic input and 3 fiber optic outputs.
The input data stream is simply copied to the outputs.
The input link of the device supports all ibaNet link protocols.
The device can also be used as a repeater if a cable length over 2 km (1.24 mls) is re-
quired.
3.2
Functionality
The device provides the following functions:
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DC 24 V power supply
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4 status LEDs
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1 fiber optic input
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3 fiber optic outputs
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Supports ibaNet link protocols 2.0 Mbit/s, 3.3 Mbit/s, 5.0 Mbit/s (only uni-
directional) and 32 Mbit/s
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Signal refreshing of the incoming data stream (bit refresh)
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Delay between input and output < 1
μ
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Rugged design with DIN-rail snap mount
