Broadata Communications 6100E User Manual

6100E Series

DIGITAL FIBER OPTIC MULTI-CHANNEL

AUDIO TRANSPORT SYSTEM

WITH

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BCI 6100E User’s Manual

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND

COMPLIANCE DECLARATIONS

PLEASE OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY

PRECAUTIONS AS OUR PRODUCTS CONT AIN

CLASS I LASER PRODUCTS

WARNING

Do not disconnect the fiber optic connector while the unit is powered
up. Exposure to laser radiation is possible when the laser fiber optic
connector is disconnected while the unit is powered up.

Although the fiber optic connectors in this product emit only Class 1
energy that is below the levels considered to be hazardous, one should
never stare directly into a fiber optic connector or an unconnected fiber
end unless one can be certain that no exposure to laser energy could
occur.

CAUTION

This manual is intended for use by trained service personnel. The use
of controls, making adjustments, or performing operations other than
those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

The following label or equivalent is located on the surface of laser products.
This label indicates that the product is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER
PRODUCT.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

SURGE PROTECTION DEVICE RECOMMENDED

This product contains sensitive electrical components that may be
damaged by electrical spikes, surges, electric shock, lightning strikes,
etc. Use of surge protection systems is highly recommended in order
to protect and extend the life of your equipment.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.0 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION .............................................5

2.0 SETUP..............................................................................8

2.1 MOUNTING ...................................................................... 8

2.2 CABLING AND CONNECTORS ..................................... 9

2.2.1 AUDIO CABLE CONNECTION ....................................9

2.2.2 OPTICAL FIBER CONNECTION...............................12

2.3 AC POWER CONNECTION .......................................... 14

3.0 OPERATION...................................................................15

4.0 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING .............. 16

4.1 MAINTENANCE .............................................................16

4.2 TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................16

5.0 SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................... 18

6.0 SERVICE PROCEDURE ............................................... 20

6.1 REPLACEMENT POLICY .............................................20

6.2 RETURN AND REPAIR SERVICE.................................20

7.0 LIMITED WARRANTY....................................................21

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1.0 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

The 6100E Series provides simultaneous transmission of multiple channels
of digitized audio over one or one pair of fiber. The standard 6100E
system comes with 4-, 8-, and 16-channel versions and transmits these
audio channels in one direction. Models up to 32-channels are also
available as a custom version. Many versions of optical transmitter and
receiver combinations are available to address different distance
requirements.

The 6100E features a digital fiber optic transmission technology , capable
of providing crisp audio, little or no maintenance, high functional reliability ,
and low operating costs. The quality of BCI's audio transmission digital
design is much superior to the analog transmission counterparts (based
on amplitude or frequency modulation) available from other manufacturers.
In addition, no user adjustments are required in the 6100E system,
enabling quick setup and trouble-free operation.

The 6100E is available with two packaging options: a rugged, standalone,
and compact unit, or a plug-in card for a card cage system. Panel
connectors are provided for audio (terminal block) and fiber connection
(FC-type for singlemode fiber or ST-type for multimode fiber). They are
also easily monitored by separate LED indicators for power, optical link,
and channel activity .

Due to its digital transmission design, the 6100E is capable of addressing
a variety of non-standard configurations. Contact us to discuss your
custom, OEM/private brand and high volume requirements.
Figures 1-1 through 1-4 illustrate the connections, LED indicators, and
other elements displayed in the front and rear panels of the 6108E and
61 16E. The 61 16E is a 16-channel audio version and the 6108E is our
8-channel audio version. The 6104E is a subset of the 6108E and is the
4-channel audio version.

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2.0 SETUP

The BCI 6100E Series units are used in pairs. One 6100E-T transmitter
unit is located at the near end and connected to an identical 6100E-R
receiver (6108E or 61 16E, respectively) located at the far end of the link
through two optical fibers. Each unit provides a separate electrical
interface connector for the audio data signals. Connections are one to
one between both units. Figure 2-1 depicts a typical installation.

Figure 2-1

6100E Series Setup

2.1 Mounting

Before installing the units into your housing, make sure there is
enough space to pull and connect both the electrical and optical
cables without stressing them beyond the manufacturer’s
limitations (also known as the bend radius minimum). Rack
Mount kits are available through special order.

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