Panasonic RR-440 Operating Instructions

Instruction Manual

Four Channel Video Receiver

© Copyright 2003, American Fibertek, Inc. 0707JD

RR-440

INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing your American Fibertek RR-440 multimode four channel video
receiver. Please take a few minutes to read these installation instructions in order to
obtain the maximum performance from this product.

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

The RR-440 operates as half of a transmitter / receiver pair for the transmission of four
simultaneous, real time, baseband NTSC, PAL, RS170, or RS343 video signals over a
single multimode fiber optic cable. It is designed to operate with the MT-440 or RT-440
four channel video transmitter.

The RR-440 receiver converts a single optical input into a maximum of four video
outputs. The 440 Series product is designed to operate over an optical loss budget
range of 0 to 12 dB. The system’s fiber bandwidth should be a minimum of 150 MHz at
1300 nm. For example, if the system fiber has a 600 MHz-km modal bandwidth
specification, the 440 will operate over a distance up to 4 km. The RR-440 operates on
50 um or 62.5 um multimode fiber. Refer to the data sheets for detailed performance
specifications.

This unit is designed for rack mounting in any of the three American Fibertek subracks
available. The subrack model numbers are SR-20/1, SR-20R/1, and SR-20/2. Slide in
rack mounting and LED indicators provide for easy installation and monitoring of video
and dc power.

The RR-440 is designed for rack mounting only. For a modular stand alone version
please see the MR-440.

INSTALLATION

THE INSTALLATION OF THIS UNIT SHOULD BE MADE BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSON(S) AND MUST CONFORM TO ALL LOCAL CODES.

The unit slides into any two adjacent open slots in the SR-20 subrack. Use a small
screwdriver to push and lock the four ¼ turn fasteners into place.

POWER SOURCE

Power to the unit is supplied by the subrack. Please refer to the SR-20 and PSR
instructions for further details.

POWER CONNECTION

Power is supplied to the unit via a four finger backplane connector. The RR-440 can be
inserted into the subrack or removed from the subrack with power applied to the
backplane.

INPUT / OUTPUT CONNECTIONS

The fiber optic connection is made via a ST connector located on the back of the unit.
Be sure to allow sufficient room for the required minimum bend radius of the fiber used.

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Video output connections are located on the back of the unit. A BNC connector is
provided for each channel. The 75Ω video outputs can be looped through typical
baseband video inputs of switchers, recorders and other equipment as required. For
proper operation, the outputs must be terminated with 75Ω. For optimum performance
the video cables should be the shortest length of coax practical.

RR-440 STATUS INDICATORS

The RR-440 receiver provides the following LED status indicators to aid in installation
and troubleshooting:

POWER

A green LED indicator monitors the internal voltages created within the RR-440. Power
status associated with this LED is summarized below.

Power Indicator Power Status

Green Voltage Present

Off Voltage Not Present

OLI

A bi-color LED indicator monitors the power of the optical signal that is being received at
the RR-440 from the MT-440 or RT-440. Optical input status associated with this LED is
summarized below.

Optical Level Indicator Optical Status

Green Proper Optical Input Power Present

Red Optical Input Not Detected

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LIFETIME WARRANTY INFORMATION

American Fibertek, Inc warrants that at the time of delivery the products delivered will be
free of defects in materials and workmanship. Defective products will be repaired or
replaced at the exclusive option of American Fibertek. A Return Material Authorization
(RMA) number is required to send the products back in case of return. All returns must
be shipped prepaid. This warranty is void if the products have been tampered with. This
warranty shall be construed in accordance with New Jersey law and the courts of New
Jersey shall have exclusive jurisdiction over this contract. EXCEPT FOR THE

FOREGOING WARRANTY, THERE IS NO WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE, EXPRESSED OR
IMPLIED, WHICH EXTENDS BEYOND THE WARRANTY SET FORTH IN THIS
AGREEMENT. In any event, American Fibertek will not be responsible or liable for

contingent, consequential, or incidental damages. No agreement or understanding,
expressed or implied, except as set forth in this warranty, will be binding upon American
Fibertek unless in writing, signed by a duly authorized officer of American Fibertek.

SERVICE INFORMATION

There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit.
In the event that service is required to this unit, please direct all inquiries to:

American Fibertek, Inc. Phone: [phone]
120 Belmont Drive Phone: [phone]
Somerset, NJ 08873 FAX [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

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