Alfa Fiber System, Inc. Series AFS2300 Installation instructions

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Installation/Operation Instructions
Fiber Optic HDMI Transmission System
Part Number: AFS2300
1-CH HDMI
Alba Fiber System, Inc.
265E.Merrick Rd., Valley Stream, NY11580
Tel: [phone] Fax:[phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Web: www.albafiber.net
Document Version 1.0

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Table of Contents
1.0 Safety Instructions..................................................................................3
2.0 Fiber Installation Hints.................................................................................4
3.0 Product Description...................................................................................5
4.0 Product Features......................................................................................5
5.0 Installation.............................................................................................6
6.0 Product Signal Format & Specifications.......................................................6
7.0 Panels Layout Diagrams..........................................................................7
8.0 Rear Panels LED Indicators.......................................................................8
9.0 Product Part Number Variations.................................................................8
10.0 Troubleshooting......................................................................................9
11.0 Warranty...............................................................................................10

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1.0 Safety Instructions
The optical devices used in this equipment are Hazard Level 1M. As required by IEC60825-1, the installer is
responsible for insuring that the label depicted below is present in the restricted locations where this equipment is
installed.
This assembly contains parts sensitive to damage by electrostatic discharge (ESD).
Use ESD precaution procedures when touching, removing or inserting parts or
assemblies.
Units are not waterproof; please install in an appropriate NEMA Enclosure.
When units are installed in extremely hot environments, the metal enclosures
may become hot to the touch. Only properly trained personnel have access
to restricted areas installation.
.
The safety information contained in this section, and on other pages of this manual, must be
observed whenever this unit is operated, serviced, or repaired. Failure to comply with any
precaution, warning, or instruction noted in the manual is in violation of the standards of
manufacture, warranty and intended use of the unit. ALBA assumes no liability for the customer’s
failure to comply with any of these safety requirements.
LASER RADIATION CAUTION:
DISCONNECTED OPTICAL CONNECTORS MAY EMIT OPTICAL ENERGY.
DO NOT VIEW BEAM WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS (MAGNIFIERS).
This product contains Class 1M lasers
•Class 1M laser product according to IEC60825-1:1993+A1+A2
•CAUTION:
Use of controls or adjustments or procedures other than those specified herein may
result in hazardous radiation exposure.
•
Precautions should be taken to prevent exposure to optical radiation if the internal PCB removed from its
enclosure or when the fiber is disconnected from the unit.
•Laser radiation may be present on a fiber connection to this unit even when the power has been removed
from the unit.
•This unit is intended for installation in locations where only trained service personnel have access to the fiber
connections.
•The optical connectors are listed in the Connection Diagrams and Function section of this manual.
•Optical outputs and wavelengths are listed in the Specifications section of this manual.

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2.0 Fiber Installation Hints
Fiber Information
Alba Fiber Transmission Systems are manufactured with optical connector covers to keep them from
accumulating dirt. In addition to safety precautions, our manual also provide the following guidelines when
working with optical fibers.
Please maintain optical fiber connectors as clean as possible to reduce loss of optical transmission output.
Cleanliness is extremely important to proper operations.
1. Protect optical connectors by leaving the connector covers in place on unused fiber connections and on the
fiber tips themselves.
a. Personnel who remove and replace fiber connectors or fiber pigtails should be equipped with a fiber
cleaning kit. These are available as off-the-shelf items from a supplier of fiber optic accessories.
b. Propyl Alcohol and lint-free tissue or cloth may be used to clean fiber connector tips.
c. Do not use rubbing alcohol mixed with water. This can cause additional spots.
d. Clean the fiber by pulling the connector tip across the tissue, then turn the connector 90 degrees and
repeat it in a different spot on the tissue.
e. Don’t pull the fiber across and then push it back. This will put the dirt that was cleaned off back on
again.
f. Repeat the process on a dry, folded tissue.
2. When removing fiber cables from fiber system ports, it is good practice to clean them again.
3. Installer must pay attention to the bend radius of the fibers. A general rule is to have a 3-inch (8cm) bend
radius. A bend radius less than 3 inches may cause attenuation also known as optical signal loss.
4. Installers of fiber equipment should be equipped with an Optical Light Source and an Optical Power Meter
to measure the optical inputs and outputs in a system. These instruments are available from Alba at great
savings, especially to our customers. The use of these tools will save much time and effort in getting
optical communications links up and running. Properly equipped and trained installers can quickly
determine the source of any problems that occur.

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3.0 Product Description
The ALBA FIBER SYSTEMS Series AFS2300 supports simultaneous transmission of one broadcast quality, real
time, and uncompressed high-resolution signal. The HDMI signal is transmitted over one or two Multimode or
Single-mode fiber connections depending on the SFP modules. Resolutions of up to 1080p 60Hz are supported.
Plug-and-play design ensures ease of installation, and no user electrical or optical adjustments are required.
Features included, low power consumption, LED indicators for monitoring equipment power, uncompressed
digital video encoding, link operating status with auto resettable voltage transient fuses, 1920 x 1200 60Hz
and 1080p full-HD, various HDMI Single-channel Resolutions. Also, 5VDC input voltage on standalone. Our
Series AFS2300 are outstanding products for transmission of broadcast quality HDMI Video signals.
4.0 Product Features
■Real-Time, Uncompressed Digital Video Encoding
■Support HDCP and DDC2B Protocols
■Supports 1920 x 1200 60Hz and 1080p Full-HD, Various HDMI Single-channel Resolutions (VESA and
HDTV Standards)
■Supports 16-bit Color Depth Video Signal
■Transmission with Bandwidth up to 10Gbps
■Supports EDID Self-Programming
■No Electrical or Optical User Adjustments
■Performance and Link Status Indicator LEDs
■Standard SFP+ Package for Optical Modules
■Designed with Lowest Power Consumption
■5VDC Input Voltage (Standalone)
■Compliance with CE, FCC, ROHS

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5.0 Installation
The ALBA FIBER SYSTEMS Series AFS2300 products are Standalone.
6.0 Product Signal Format & Specifications
The tables below identify the specifications for the various signals that these fiber units
transmit / receive.
HDMI
Video
3.5Gbps: 1920 x
1080p@60Hz
1.65Gbps:1920 x
1080p@30Hz
Transmission Bandwidth 10.2Gbps
CONNECTORS
Optical LC or SC (SFP
Dependent)
Power DC Jack
HDMI Video Type A
OPTICAL PARAMETERS
Fiber Type SFP Dependent
Wavelengths (MM) SFP Dependent
Wavelengths (SM) SFP Dependent
ELECTRICAL & MECHANICAL
Input Power,
Standalone Units 5VDC@3A
Power Consumption <5W
Current Protection Auto Resettable Solid - State
Current Limiters
Dimensions (L x W x H) 4.59 x 4.07 x 1.08in
(116.5 x 103.4 x 27.5mm)
Weight 10.58oz /300g
ENVIRONMENTAL
MTBF >100,000 hours
Operating Temp. 14°F to 158°F; -10°C to 70°C
Storage Temp. -85°F to 212°F; -65°C to 100°C
Relative Humidity 0% to 95% (non-condensing)
Compliance CE, FCC, ROHS

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7.0 Panels Layout and Pin out Assignment Diagrams
Figures7.1, 7.2 and 7.3below show the front and rear panel layout for both the TX/RX; Figures 7.4 below show
the connector diagrams of rear panel layout;
Fig. 7.1 The front panel of AFS2300-RX Fig. 7.2 The front panel of AFS2300-TX
Fig. 7.3 The rear panel of AFS2300-TX/RX
Fig.7.4 the connector diagrams

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8.0 Panels LED Indicators
Both the Transmitter (TX) and Receiver (RX) cards have front panel mounted indicators to provide visual
operational status. Below are listed and described the functions of the various LED indicators.
When an active video source is connected to any one of the input channels, the Video LED will turn ON. When
the receiver is connected to the transmitter via fiber, the corresponding channel Video LED will also illuminate.
LED LED STATUS INDICATORS
Power on
POWER UP
off
POWER DOWN
Link on OPTICAL CONNECTION PRESENT
off OPTICAL CONNECTION ABSENT
SFP+
Detect on
SFP+ MODULE INSERTED
off
NO SFP+ MODULE INSERTED
9.0 Product Part Number Variations
The table below lists the various part numbers associated with different signals the products transmit and
receive.
ORDER INFORMATION
MODEL DESCRIPTION # FIBER PORT DISTANCE
AFS2300-STX
Standalone 1-ch HDMI Video Transmitter 1 See SFP options for
optional
distances, fiber type and
connector type.
AFS2300-SRX
Standalone 1-ch HDMI Video Receiver 1

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10.0 Troubleshooting
Below is a listing of several problems that may arise during the installation & operation of the fiber units. If
user encounters issues in the installation or operation, please refer to list below.
Problem: P
ower LED does not light when power is applied
Action: Check power supply to ensure that it is plugged in and turned on.
Problem:
No video at output
Action: Check to ensure that the input video of the specific channel is operating . Also, check to ensure that
the optical LED on receiver is ON. If video is still absent, check to ensure that the monitor is ON and that the
cable is connected to the correct port.
Problem:
Fiber system does not work
Action: 1 - there is a simple rule to try. Replace TX side with an TX that is known to be fully operational. If
Link works, original TX is faulty. If no results, re-install original RX. Now replace RX with unit that is known to
be fully operational. If link works, original RX is faulty. If no results, please use Light source on one end and
power meter on other end to measure light in cable. It is possible that optical connectors on cable (one or
both) are faulty.
If the problem still persists after reviewing the above items, please contact Alba technical support (1-516-837-
9449) or write to [e-mail].

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11.0 Warranty
■3 years warranty for product - please refer to Alba Fiber Systems warranty document.
■Repair
■If product is found to be defective, user must contact a local distributors or re-seller. In order to
return any items for repair or credit, buyer must receive a dated Return Materials Authorization form
(RMA #), assigned by Alba Fiber Systems Customer Service department. Please contact
[e-mail] must be shipped prepaid, fully insured, door to door service and clearly
identified with RMA on package exterior or it will not be accepted. Alba reserves the right to apply
repair charges to any products that have been dismantled or modified by anyone other than an
Authorized Alba Security engineer.
■Please attach a statement clearly describing the problem.
■ Alba will repair defective product under warranty free of charge to our customers.
■Any unauthorized modification of hardware and software voids the warranty.
■Warranty does not cover mishandling and/or abuse of the product.
Products comply with the following Safety Label for International Fiber Communication
Equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
Adigital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radiofrequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may
cause harmful Interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at this own expense.
Alba Fiber Systems
265 E. Merrick Rd.
Valley Stream, NY 11580, USA
www.albafiber.net