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⻬ Data Rates to 19.2K 
Baud at 2.2 Miles 
(3.5KM)
⻬ 17dB Optical Link 
Power Budget
⻬ Powered by RS-232 
Host Port Signals
⻬ Full Duplex
Asynchronous 
Operation
⻬ Indicating LEDs 
⻬ DCE/DTE Switch 
⻬ Designed for FCC 
Class A Requirements
⻬ Complies with FCC 
Class A Requirements
⻬ Pinned or Socketed 
RS-232 Connectors
LDM80 Signal Powered Fiber Optic Modem
The LDM80 is a small, 
inexpensive fiber optic 
transmitter/receiver completely 
powered by the host 
RS-232 port. The enclosure for 
the LDM80 is a conductive shell 
which greatly reduces RF 
radiation and susceptibility. The 
rugged metal enclosure is small 
enough to mount on the back 
panel of typical computer 
equipment saving valuable desk 
and floor space. A pair of these 
units allows most RS-232C cable 
links to be replaced and 
extended with a duplex fiber 
optic cable. The normal 50-foot 
RS-232 limit may be extended to
2.2 miles (3.5 km). Fiber optic 
data communications provide 
complete EMI/RFI rejection, 
isolation, elimination of ground 
loops, and reduced error rates. 
Data security is enhanced by 
almost nonexistent 
electromagnetic emissions. 
Specifications
Model LDM80
Baud Rate Range 0 – 19.2K
Distance: Over Baud Rate Range
Fiber Core Diameter (µm) Max. Cable Length (km) Loss Budget (dB)
100 (glass) 3.5 17
50 (glass) 2.5 9
62.5 (glass) 2.0 11 
85 (glass) 3.5 16
200 (glass) 3.5 23
1000 (plastic) 30 meters 32
Channel Lines
(1)
TD, RD
Control Lines
(1)
RTS, CTS, DSR, DTR, RLSD
Modes Asynchronous 2-fiber full duplex, 1-fiber 
simplex
Optical Transmitter 850 nm wavelength 
Output from 1 m cable -26dB typ, -27dB min, -18dB max 
Optical Receiver Power
Input for 4 µs Pulse -44dB min 
Distortion
Optical Connectors ST
The RS-232 connection is 
through male or female EIA 
25-pin connectors. The fiber 
optic connection is through ST 
connectors. The LDM80 is 
equivalent to a 3-wire, full 
duplex, RS-232 circuit. 
Handshake signals are locally 
connected as in Figure 1.
Notes: (1) TD = Transmit Data, RD = Receive Data, RTS = Request To Send, CTS = 
Clear To Send. DTR = Data Terminal Ready, DSR = Data Set Ready, RLSD = Received Line 
Signal Detect. 
$
195
Basic Unit
Extended Warranty
Program
SM
Indicating LEDs come on during 
a "SPACE" on transmit or receive 
data. A TD/RD reversing DIP 
switch is provided for connection 
to DTE (Data Terminal 
Equipment) or DCE (Data 
Communication Equipment) 
ports.
Recommended Cables
The LDM80 optical transmitter 
may be used with a wide range 
of fiber sizes. Specifications are 
for 100/140µm. Other fiber sizes 
may be used with a resulting 
different cable loss budget.
LDM80-P-025, $195, Shown 
smaller than actual size

14
1
13
25
Sockets
25
13
1
14
Pins
1.88 (47.8)
1.75 (44.5)
-0.1 (-2.54)
-0.219 (-5.56)
T
TR
R
LEDs
1.42 
(36)
2.17
(55.1)
3.51
(89.2)
0
1.65 (42)
0.382 
(9.7)
0.729
(18.5)
0
Dimensions: Inches (mm)
0
0.26
(6.6)
To Order
(Specify Model Number)
Model No. Price RS232 Connector Field Connector
LDM80-P-025 195 25 Pin male ST fiber optic connector 
LDM80-S-025 195 25 Pin female ST fiber optic connector
Includes operator’s manual. 
OMEGACARESMextended warranty is available for models shown on this page. 
Ask your sales representative for full details when placing order. 
Ordering Example: LDM80-P-025 converter, OMEGACARESM1year warranty for LDM80-P-025 
(adds 1 year to standard 1 year warranty), $195 + 28 = $223.
Notes: (1) Ground-benign environmental conditions (no salt atmosphere, <50°C ambient temperature).
Model LDM80
RS-232 Output Voltage +5V logic 0, -5V logic 1 with 3kW Load 
DCE/DTE Switch One 
Diagnostic LEDs Two 
Power:
Port Power +5.0 to +8.5VDC, no current limit, 5mA
and/or DC operation >+8.5 VDC, 10mA current limit 
Operating Environment -20 to +70°C, 0 to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing 
Dimensions 3.51" x 1.88" x 0.729" (89.2 x 47.8 x 18.5 mm) 
Weight 8.1 oz (230 g) max 
MTBF
(1)
>100,000 hrs
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