AMG AMG5611 User manual

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AMG5611
Instruction Manual
Single Channel Video Transmit Unit for a Multimode Optical
Fibre Link
The AMG5611 is a compact standalone one channel video transmit unit designed to transmit 1 video
signal over a Multimode optical fibre.
The AMG5611 is designed to be powered using an AMG2001 standalone power supply.
The AMG5611 is designed to operate with an AMG5612 / AMG5612R single channel, AMG5622 /
AMG5622R dual channel or AMG5642 / AMG5642R four channel video receive unit in a point to point
configuration. The R suffix in the partno. indicates a rackmount configuration.

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Contents
Introduction 3
Unit Functional Schematic.................................................................................................................. 3
Optical Connection ............................................................................................................................. 3
2 Channel Video................................................................................................................................. 3
Connections 4
Video Input Connections .................................................................................................................... 4
Optical Connections ........................................................................................................................... 4
Power Connection .............................................................................................................................. 4
Front Panel Indicators 4
Power LED Video only........................................................................................................................ 4
Physical Information 5
Dimensions......................................................................................................................................... 5
Mounting Details................................................................................................................................. 5
Safety 5
Maintenance and Repair 5

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Introduction
Unit Functional Schematic
The AMG5611 transmits 1 video signal to
the AMG5612 receive unit.
Optical Connection
The AMG5611 connections are illustrated in the following example which shows two transmit units
together with an AMG5622R two channel rackmount receive unit configured as a dual channel point to
point system.
2 Channel Video

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Connections
Video Input Connections
No. of channels....................................1
Connector ............................................75 ohm BNC Socket.
Input Impedance..................................75 ohm terminated.
Input Level ...........................................1 volt p-p nominal
Frequency Response...........................10Hz to 7MHz.
Optical Connections
OPTO OUT / IN
Connector ............................................SC/PC
Primary Optical Launch Power............-15dBm
Transmit Wavelength...........................1310nm
Optical Fibre ........................................Multimode 50/125 or 62.5/125**
**Note: the transmission distance is limited by the bandwidth of the Multimode optical fibre. The optical
data rate is 155Mbits/s, which may restrict operation to a maximum fibre length of 7km, although in
most cases the units will operate successfully over longer fibre lengths. It is advisable however for
distances greater than 7km, to have the optical fibre tested.
Power Connection
Connector Type...................................Removable 2-pin, 3.81mm, Screw Terminal
Connector Partno.................................Phoenix 1803578
Supply Voltage.....................................12 to 24 Volts AC/DC
Maximum Power..................................1.5 Watts
Front Panel Indicators
Power LED Video only
Power / Video / Opto............................Green - Video input.
Red - Unit powered, no Video input.
Off - No power applied to unit

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Physical Information
Dimensions
Height..................................................56mm
Width ...................................................55mm (excluding connectors)
Depth...................................................25mm
Weight .................................................200grams
Mounting Details
The unit is designed to be mounted using the clip holder supplied, which can be fixed to a wall or
panel using 2 off 4mm screws.
Safety
AMG Optical Fibre Products use Class 1 laser systems in accordance with EN 60825-2:2000.
It is always advisable to follow good practice when working with optical fibre systems. This includes:
Do not stare with unprotected eyes or with any unapproved collimating device at fibre
ends or connector faces, or point them at other people.
Use only approved filtered or attenuating viewing aids
For other safety issues and advice on good practice associated with optical fibre systems, please see
EN 60825-2:2000 or your local safety officer.
Maintenance and Repair
There are no user serviceable parts within AMG products. See unit data sheet for full specification.
In case of problem or failure, please call your local support centre or contact: AMG Systems Ltd. at
3 The Omega Centre, Stratton Business Park, Biggleswade, Beds., SG18 8QB, UK.
Phone [phone]
Technical support [phone]
Email [e-mail]

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