Rise/Fall Time <135ps at 2.97 Gbps per SMPTE 424M;
<270ps at 1.485 Gbps per SMPTE 292;
0.4 to 1.5ns at 270 Mbps per SMPTE 259M
Overshoot <10% of Amplitude
Timing Jitter <0.2UI at 270Mbps, <1.0UI at 1.485 Gbps;
<2.0UI at 2.97 Gbps with color bar signal
applied
Alignment Jitter <0.2UI at 270Mbps, <0.2UI at 1.485 Gbps;
<0.3UI at 2.97 Gbps with color bar signal
applied
Re-clocking At 270 Mbps, 1.485 Gbps and 2.97 Gbps
* See Specic Data Sheet For Your Model
3500 Transmitter / Receiver *
Operating Loss Budget
**
System Specications
Single Mode Fiber 0-14 dB at 2.97 Gbps 0-15 dB at 1.485 Gbps
0-15 dB at 270 Mbps
Multimode Fiber (62.5u) 0-14 dB at 2.97 Gbps 0-15 dB at 1.485 Gbps
0-15 dB at 270 Mbps
Multimode Fiber (50u) 0-14 dB at 2.97 Gbps 0-15 dB at 1.485 Gbps
0-15 dB at 270 Mbps
Maximum Useable Distance
**
Single Mode Fiber 50 km at 2.97 Gbps 55 km at 1.485 Gbps
55 km at 270 Mbps
Multimode Fiber (62.5u) 0.8 km at 2.97 Gbps 1 km at 1.485 Gbps
2.5 km at 270 Mbps
Multimode Fiber (50u) 1 km at 2.97 Gbps 1.3 km at 1.485 Gbps
3 km at 270 Mbps
* See Specic Data Sheet For Your Model
** Distance specications are approximate, based upon connecting a 3500 Transmitter to a 3500 Receiver, and are not guaranteed.
Artel cannot estimate or guarantee operating loss budgets when the 3500 Series is used with other, non-Fiberlink devices.
Operating loss budget must not be exceeded. See data sheet for your specic model(s).
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FiberLink 3500 Series
Installation Instructions
Installation Instructions
The FiberLink 3500 Series of ber optic transmission systems are ready for immediate use
and do not require any special tools or equipment. However, an Optical Power Meter, such
as the FiberLink 6650, can be useful in determining optical loss budgets during your systems
design and maintenance.
The following instructions describe the typical installation procedure:
1) Connect the video source to the video input BNC connector on the transmitter unit.
2) Connect the video output cable to video output BNC connectors on
the receiver unit.
3) Terminate any unused BNC output connector at 75 Ohms.
4) Connect the ber optic cable to the transmitter and receiver units.
5) Connect the Universal Power Supply to the transmitter and receiver units.
For box versions using DC power, please refer to gure 1.
6) When power is applied, the green POWER LED should illuminate, indicating the
presence of operating power. The 3G/HD/SD RATE LED will give an indication as
described in the Indicator LED’s and Alarm Circuitry section of this manual.
7) The system should now be operational.
Note: The Rack Card version has an additional red LED for indicating the presence of an alarm
condition (loss of signal). Refer to Indicator LED’s and Alarm Circuitry sections of this manual.
Figure 1:
Power Connector
DC Input Polarity
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(+) Positive
( - ) Negative
9-24 Volts
AC or DC
The transmitting element in the FiberLink 3500 transmitter unit
contains a solid state Laser Diode located in the optical connector. This device emits invisible infrared electromagnetic radiation
which can be harmful to human eyes. The radiation from this optical connector, if viewed at close range with no ber optic cable
connected to the optical connector, may be sucient intensity to
cause instantaneous damage to the retina of the eye. Direct viewing of this radiation should be avoided at all times!
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FiberLink 3500 Series
Alarm Switch Settings & Options
Alarm Switch Settings & Options
The Rack Card version of this product has an additional red indicator LED that illuminates
when an alarm condition exists.
The rack card unit also provides an output to drive a model 6020A Alarm Sensing Module
which provides an audible tone and activates a set of contacts for external signaling
purposes.
Alarm Switch Settings for the Transmitter Card
Switch Position Alarm Indication On O
1 Ch 1 Loss of Input Video Enabled Disabled
2 Ch 2 Loss of Input Video Enabled Disabled
3 (3514 & 3524 Only) Ch 3 Loss of Input Video Enabled Disabled
4 (3514 & 3524 Only) Ch 4 Loss of Input Video Enabled Disabled
Alarm Switch Settings for the Receiver Card
Switch Position Alarm Indication On O
1 Ch 1 Loss of Optical Signal Enabled Disabled
2 Ch 2 Loss of Optical Signal Enabled Disabled
3 (3514 & 3524 Only) Ch 3 Loss of Optical Signal Enabled Disabled
4 (3514 & 3524 Only) Ch 4 Loss of Optical Signal Enabled Disabled
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FiberLink 3500 Series
LED Indicators
Indicator LEDs
The FiberLink 3500 Series has four integral indicator LEDs that are used to monitor the state
of the unit. Card versions have an additional Alarm LED.
Transmitter LEDs (For Each Channel)
LED Status Denition
Power On Indicates that correct power has been applied.
HD/3G Rate O Indicates no HD/3G-SDI data rate lock
On Indicates HD/3G-SDI data rate lock at
1.485Gbps, 2.97 Gbps, or 2.97/1.001 Gbps
SD Rate O Indicates no SD-SDI or DVB-ASI data rate lock
On Indicates SD-SDI or DVB-ASI data rate lock
at 270 Mbps
Alarm On Loss of input video (card version only)
Note: The 3G, HD and SD LEDs indicators are o when a non-standard signal is applied.
Receiver LEDs (For Each Channel)
LED Status Denition
Power On Indicates that correct power has been applied.
HD/3G Rate O Indicates no HD/3G-SDI data rate lock
On Indicates HD/3G-SDI data rate lock at
1.485Gbps, 2.97 Gbps, or 2.97/1.001 Gbps
SD Rate O Indicates no SD-SDI or DVB-ASI data rate lock
On Indicates SD-SDI or DVB-ASI data rate lock
and re-clocked video available on outputs
Alarm On Loss of optical signal (card version only)
Note: The 3G, HD and SD LEDs indicators are o when a non-standard signal is applied.
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FiberLink 3500 Series
Operating Pointers | Troubleshooting
Operating Pointers
Remember to check attenuation of the ber optic cable. The system will only operate
properly if these specications fall within the range of the system’s loss budget.
Note: If no signal is applied to the 3500 Transmitter, no optical power will be present on the
3500 Transmitter’s output.
Troubleshooting
Multimode ber optic cable contains an optical ber with a light carrying “core” that is only
.0025 inches (62.5 microns) in diameter. Single mode ber optic cable has an even smaller
“core,” only .00032 to .0004 inches (8-10 microns). This is smaller than a human hair! There-
fore, any minute particles of dirt or dust can easily block the ber from accepting or radiating
light. To prevent this from happening, always use the provided dust caps whenever optical
connectors are exposed to air. It is also a good idea to gently clean the tip of an optical con-
nector with a lint-free cloth moistened with alcohol whenever dust is suspected.
The status of the LEDs should provide the rst clue as to the origin of any operational failure.
If these are o, it usually means that the ber is broken or has too much attenuation. Next,
be certain that the input and output signal connections are correct.
An optical power meter, such as the FiberLink 6650, a visible light source, such as the Fiber-
Link 6656, and a Dual Wavelength Light Source, such as the FiberLink 6652 for Multimode or
6654 for Single Mode, can greatly assist and expedite troubleshooting of ber optic trans-
mission systems and are recommended tools all installers should have available.
Finally, although multimode and single mode devices may look the same, they will not oper-
ate properly together. Using the wrong device or ber can easily add more attenuation than
specied, resulting in poor overall performance. It should be noted that some of our ber
optic products support both single mode and multimode ber in the same unit.
If, after reviewing the above possibilities, the system is still not operating, please contact the
Customer Service Department for further assistance. If you suspect your problem is caused
by the optics or the ber optic cable, and you have an optical power meter, please take the
appropriate measurements prior to contacting customer service.
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FiberLink 3500 Series
Maintenance and Repairs | Certications
Maintenance and Repairs
The FiberLink 3500 Series has been manufactured using the latest semiconductor devices
and techniques that electronic technology has to oer. They have been designed for long,
reliable and trouble-free service and are not normally eld repairable.
Should diculty be encountered, Artel Video Systems maintains a complete
service facility to render accurate, timely and reliable service of all products.
The only maintenance that can be provided by the user is to ascertain that optical
connectors are free of dust or dirt that could interfere with light transmission and that
electrical connections are secure and accurate. Please see the Troubleshooting section of this
manual for additional information.
An optical power meter, such as the FiberLink 6650, a visible light source, such as the
FiberLink 6656, and a Dual Wavelength Light Source, such as the FiberLink 6652 for
Multimode or 6654 for Single Mode, can greatly assist and expedite troubleshooting of ber
optic transmission systems and are recommended tools all installers should have available.
All other questions or comments should be directed to our Customer Service Department. It
should be noted that many “problems” can easily be solved by a simple telephone call.
If you suspect your problem is caused by the optics or the ber optic cable, and you have
an optical power meter, please take the appropriate measurements prior to contacting
customer service.
Certications
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FiberLink 3500 Series
Accessories and Related Products
FiberLink 6650 Optical Power Meter
The Fiberlink 6650 Optical Power Meter is a high accuracy,
high resolution, microprocessor controlled optical power
meter. 65 dB dynamic range; calibrated to measure 850,
1300, 1310 and 1550nm. Works with multimode and
single mode ber. Graphical LCD display with intuitive
user interface with simple 2-key operation.
FiberLink 6652/6654 Light Sources
The FiberLink Light Source oers a laser output at selectable wavelengths, allowing for convenient, on-site testing
of ber networks during construction and maintenance
procedures.
FiberLink 6656 Visible Light Source
The Fiberlink 6656 is a light-weight, hand-held tool used
to quickly troubleshoot faults in the continuity of both
single-mode and multimode bers. High-intensity visible
laser allows for visible fault location of breaks and microbends in both single-mode and multimode bers
FiberLink 6658
The FiberLink Optical Length Meter measures the length
of both single mode and multimode ber with accuracy of
± 2.5 meters. Generates a pulsed signal for use with ber
identiers. Easy-to-read bright red 7-segment LED display.
Comes equipped with industry preferred ST connectors.
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FiberLink 3500 Series
Accessories and Related Products
Related Products
FiberLink 3360 3G/HD/SD-SDI
& 4 Pair AES Audio Series
The FiberLink 3360 Series allows you to transmit 3G, HD or SD-SDI as per SMPTE
424M-2006, 292 and 259 with the ability to embed up to 8 channels (4 pairs) of
AES/EBU digital audio. Convenient switches on the 3360 Series transmitter allow
the operator to embed each of the four pairs of audio independently, to strip
previously serialized audio, or to pass it through without modication. At the
receive end of the ber optic link, the operator can decide which audio pairs they
need de-embedded.
Audio signals are not required to operate the FiberLink 3360 link and it can be
used as a stand-alone 3G/HD/SD-SDI optical link. Previously serialized data is left
intact throughout the entire transmission process and the 3360 Series is immune to
pathological signals over the entire budget link and operating temperature range.
Signals are equalized and re-clocked prior to ber optic transmission and the 3361
receiver features a re-clocked SDI output.
The 3360 Series is compliant with SMPTE 297-2006 and has the ability to operate
seamlessly with FiberLink Matrix and other SMPTE 297-2006 ber optic compliant
devices.
Available in card versions and a small footprint box version, it is ideal for broadcast or corporate studios, OB vans, rental and staging, auditoriums, stadiums and
theaters, airport or transportation hubs, distance learning, surgical or medical
imaging and more
Learn more at artel.com
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FiberLink 3500 Series
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Proven Products, Unrivaled
Service, and Great Support
High performance plug and play products
Stand alone and card cage versions available
Solutions for most video, audio, and data formats
Multimode and single mode versions
Designed and manufactured in the USA
Training and installation support available
24x7x365 technical support available
Artel Video Systems Corp.
5B Lybert y Way,
Westford, MA 01886 USA
T: 978-263-5775
F: 978-263-9755
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