EDFA-PA-L-
R User’s Manual
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10/5/2022
Optilab, LLC
600 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix, AZ 85012
Phone: 1-602-343-1496, Fax: (602) 343-1489, Email: [email protected]
2.3 Controls
Feature
Function
Front Panel LCD
Displays the current features and functions of the
rackmount EDFA system.
Optical Input and
Output Fiber Ports
The optical input and output fiber ports for the EDFA unit.
The fiber ports shown are FC/APC type.
Arrow Selector
Buttons
These buttons navigate the front panel LCD display, as well
as enable editing of the pump laser driving current.
EDFA Enable Key
Switch
This key provides a key accessed enable / disable switch
for the EDFA system.
AC Input and Main
Power Switch
Accepts the standard 110/220 VAC power plug, with main
power switch enabling / disabling electrical power to the
rackmount EDFA system
USB 2.0 Port
This connection is used for remote access of the EDFA
system, this port is 2.0 USB protocol type. Please see page
6 for more details on the remote access commands.
Interlock
This BNC female connector is a safety interlock. It must be
shorted in order for the pump lasers to enable. Use the
provided accessory to short this port or connect it to a
compatible interlock device. If the interlock is open during
normal operation, the pump lasers will be turned off. To re-
enable the pump laser output, turn the output switch on the
front panel to “OFF” position first and start over.
Ventilation Fans
The ventilation fans ensure proper ventilation inside the
unit. The back panel of this equipment should be placed at
least 3 inches from the wall to dissipate heat effectively.
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