Artel 3380-B7L User manual
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MANUAL
3G/HD/SD-SDI Transmission
and Analog Audio Embedding
over one single mode or
multimode fiber
Installation and Operations
Manual
FiberLink
3380 Series
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FiberLink 3380 Series
Contents
Welcome .................................................................3
Features ..................................................................3
Package Contents.........................................................3
Technical Specications
Model Part Number Specications ....................................4
General Specications................................................4
Transmitter Specications ............................................4
Audio Specications..................................................5
Receiver Specications ...............................................6
Operating Loss Budgets & Maximum Usable Distance .................7
Alarm Switch Settings.....................................................7
Installation Instructions ...................................................8
Audio Introduction........................................................9
Audio Input/Output TASCAM DB-25 Audio Connector Pin Out .............10
Product Photos ..........................................................11
Audio Conguration .....................................................12
Indicator LEDs ...........................................................14
Operating Pointers .......................................................16
Troubleshooting .........................................................16
Maintenance and Repairs ................................................17
Certications ............................................................17
Accessories and Related Products ........................................18
Contents
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FiberLink 3380 Series
Welcome
Thank you for purchasing Artel Video Systems’ FiberLink 3380 Series. The 3380 Series is
used to transmit 3G/HD/SD-SDI over a single ber optic core and embed up to 4 channels
(2 Pairs) of Analog Audio. Alternatively, you can pass previously embedded audio and data
as well, or replace previously embedded audio. The FiberLink 3380 series is compatible
with single mode or multimode ber. The 3380 is also compliant with SMPTE 297-2006 for
seamless interoperability with other SMPTE 297-2006 devices. The system delivers noise-
free transmission that retains all of the signals’ initial parameters, regardless of ber optic
cable attenuation. The 3380 Series also provides immunity to video pathological signals
over the entire link budget and operating temperature range. The 3380 Series can be used
with FiberLink 3360 Series to perform digital to analog or analog to digital audio format
conversion.
Features
• Signal is equalized and re-clocked prior to ber optic transmission
• Embed up to 4 Channels (2 Pairs) of Analog Audio
• Insert on any audio group
• Selectively choose which audio group to retrieve on the receiver
• Receiver features one re-clocked SDI output and balanced/unbalanced
analog audio output
• Designed for ber optic interoperability with other SMPTE 297-2006 ber optic
compliant devices up to 2.97 Gbps
• Immunity to pathological signals over entire link budget and operating
temperature range
• Compliant with SMPTE 424M-2006, 259M-2006, 292-2006, 297-2006
• Supports both Single Mode and Multimode ( 62.5u & 50u) ber types
• Supports 3G/HD/SD-SDI inputs with or without embedded audio and data.
• 14db Optical Link Budget - 2.97 Gbps
• Wide operating temperature range: -10º C to +50º C
• Available in Box and Card versions
• Designed and Manufactured in the USA by Artel
Package Contents
• One FiberLink 3380 or 3381
• This User’s Manual
• DB-25M with Shell
Welcome | Features | Package Contents
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FiberLink 3380 Series
Model Part Number Specication
Unit Type Part Number
Transmitter Box 3380-B7L (LC) 3380-B7S (ST)
Transmitter Rack Card 3380-C7L (LC) 3380-C7S (ST)
Receiver Box 3381-B7L (LC) 3381-B7S (ST)
Receiver Rack Card 3381-C7L (LC) 3381-C7S (ST)
General Specications
Indicators
Power, Data Rate lock (3G, HD, SD),
Audio Status Alarm (card version only)
Box Version Dimensions 8.1x6.28x1.15 (in) 206x89x30 (mm)
Weight 18.1 ounces, 513 grams
Number of slots in 6000A card cage 2
Power
9-24 volts DC or 24 volts AC
3380: 8.6 Watts, 29.3 BTU/Hr
3381: 10.3 Watts, 35.1 BTU/Hr
Operating Temperature -10ºC to +50ºC
MTBF 39,000 Hours
3380 Transmitter Specications:
Serial Video BNC Input
Number of Inputs 1
Data Rate Range 270 Mbps to 2.97 Gbps
Supported Standards SMPTE 259M, 292, 424M-2006
Re-clocked Data Rates 270 Mbps (SMPTE 259M),
1.485 Gbps (SMPTE 292),
2.97 Gbps (SMPTE 424M-2006)
Equalization Automatic up to 100m of Belden
1694A at 3.0 Gbps, 200m at
1.485 Gbps and 350m at 270 Mbps
Return Loss >10dB up to 2.97 Gbps
Technical Specications
Technical Specications
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FiberLink 3380 Series
3380 Transmitter Specications (cont.)
Optical Output:
SMPTE 297-2006 Labeling L-PC-ABCD-1310
Connector LC receptacle, PC polish or ST
Wavelength 1310nm (nominal)
Emitter Type FP Laser
Output Power (nominal) -3.5 dBm at 270 Mbps;
-3.5 dBm at 1.485 Gbps;
-3.5 dBm at 2.97 Gbps
Re-clocking At 270 Mbps, 1.485 Gbps & 2.97 Gbps
Audio Specications
Number of Audio Channels 4; Input: balanced or unbalanced
Output: balanced, unbalanced loads
supported with a 6 dB loss
Embedding (3380) Selectable by group & pair;
SMPTE compliant
SDI Pre-Embedded Audio All channels supported for pass-through
Pairs may be passed or embedded and are
selectable on pair by pair basis
De-Embedding (3381) Selectable by group and channel
Channels may be muted or outputted
on a channel by channel basis
Frequency Response 20 Hz - 20 kHz, +0/-0.5 dB
Bits-per-Sample/Sampling Rate 24 bits; 48 kHz
Maximum Audio Level +24 dBu
SNR (A-Weighted) 105 dB
THD+N 0.002%, 20 Hz - 20 kHz
Channel Phase Dierential +0.05o
Crosstalk Min. 100 dB (1 kHz)
Input Impedance 600 Ohms terminated;
>24 k Ohms unterminated
Technical Specications
Technical Specications
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FiberLink 3380 Series
Audio Specication (cont)
Output Impedance 50 Ohms
Switches TX: Dip switches to select input termination
TX/RX: Select one of four groups
TX: Embed/Pass on a per-pair basis
RX: Output/Mute on a per-channel basis
Connector DB-25F, TASCAM Conguration,
Channels 1-4
3381 Receiver Specications
Fiber Optic Input
SMPTE 297-2006 Labeling PC-ABCD-1310-1550
Connector LC receptacle, PC polish or ST
Wavelength 1100 - 1620 nm
Minimum Input Sensitivity -17 dBm at 2.97 Gbps;
-20 dBm at 1.485 Gbps
-21 dBm at 270 Mbps;
Maximum Input Power 0 dBm
Serial Video BNC Output
Number of Outputs 1
Signal Level 800mV ± 10%
DC Oset 0V ± 0.5V
Rise/Fall Time < 135 ps at 2.97 Gbps per SMPTE 424M-2006;
< 270 ps at 1.485 Gbps per SMPTE 292;
0.4 ns to 1.5 ns at 270 Mbps per SMPTE 259M
Overshoot < 10% of amplitude
Timing Jitter < 0.2 UI at 270 Mbps; < 1.0 UI at
1.485 Gbps; < 2.0 UI at 2.97 Gbps
with color bar signal
Alignment Jitter < 0.2 UI at 270 Mbps; < 0.2 UI at
1.485 Gbps; < 0.3 UI at 2.97 Gbps
with color bar signal
Re-clocking At 270 Mbps, 1.485 Gbps & 2.97 Gbps
Technical Specications
Technical Specications
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FiberLink 3380 Series
Optical Loss Budget & Maximum Usable Distance
Fiber Type Loss(dB) Data Rate Distance
Single Mode 0-14 2.97 Gbps 30 km
0-17 1.485 Gbps 48 km
0-20 270 Mbps 50 km
Multimode ( 62.5u ) 0-14 2.97 Gbps .8 km
0-17 1.485 Gbps 1 km
0-20 270 Mbps 2.5 km
Multimode ( 50u ) 0-14 2.97 Gbps 1 km
0-17 1.485 Gbps 1.3 km
0-20 270 Mbps 3 km
*Distance specications are approximate, based upon connecting a 3380 Transmitter to a 3380 Receiver, and are not guaranteed.
Artel cannot estimate or guarantee operating loss budgets when the 3380 Series is used with other, non-FiberLink devices.
Operating loss budget must not be exceeded.
Alarm Switch Settings for the Transmitter Card
Switch Position Alarm Indication On O
1 Loss of Input Video Enabled Disabled
2 Not Used
Alarm Switch Settings for the Receiver Card
Switch Position Alarm Indication On O
1 Not Used - Always leave in the ON position
2 Loss of Optical Signal Enabled Disabled
Alarm Switch Settings & Options
The Rack Card version of this product has an
additional red indicator LED that illuminates
when an alarm condition exists. The rack card
unit also provides an output to drive a model
6020A Alarm Sensing Module which provides an
audible tone and activates a set of contacts for
external signaling purposes.
Optical Loss Budgets | Alarm Switch Settings
OFF 1
2
ON
ALARM
Alarm Switch as it appears on the card
Always leave Switch 1 in the
ON position!
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FiberLink 3380 Series
Figure 1:
Power Connector
DC Input Polarity
9-24 Volts DC
or 24 Volts AC
(+) Positive
( - ) Negative
Installation Instructions
The FiberLink 3380 Series of ber optic transmission systems are ready for
immediate use and do not require any special tools or equipment. However, an Optical
Power Meter, such as the FiberLink 6615, can be useful in determining optical loss budgets
during your systems design and maintenance.
The following instructions describe the typical installation procedure:
1) Connect the video source to the video input BNC connector on the transmitter unit.
2) (Optional) Connect up to four analog audio sources to the audio input TASCAM DB-25
on the transmitter unit. XLR breakout cables are available for purchase.
3) Connect the video output cable to the video output BNC connectors on the
receiver unit.
4) (Optional) Connect audio output cables to the TASCAM DB-25 on the receiver unit.
6) Connect the ber optic cable to the transmitter and receiver units.
7) Connect the Universal Power Supply to the transmitter and receiver units.
For box versions using DC power, please refer to gure 1.
8) Congure your audio preferences as described in the Audio Conguration
section of this manual.
9) When power is applied, the green POWER LED should illuminate, indicating the
presence of operating power. The 3G/HD/SD RATE LED and the audio LEDs will
give an indication as described in the Indicator LED’s and Alarm Circuitry section
of this manual.
10) The system should now be operational.
Note: The Rack Card version has an additional red LED for indicating the presence of an alarm
condition (loss of signal). Refer to Indicator LED’s and Alarm Circuitry sections of this manual.
Installation Instructions
The transmitting element in the FiberLink 3380 transmitter
unit contains a solid state Laser Diode located in the optical
connector. This device emits invisible infrared electromag-
netic radiation which can be harmful to human eyes. The
radiation from this optical connector, if viewed at close
range with no ber optic cable connected to the optical
connector, may be sucient intensity to cause
instantaneous damage to the retina of the eye. Direct
viewing of this radiation should be avoided at all times!
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FiberLink 3380 Series Audio Introduction
Audio Introduction:
The FiberLink 3380 & 3381 are designed to insert (3380) or extract (3381) one of the four
groups of audio signals in an SDI signal. Each of the four audio groups contain two channel
pairs. Each channel pair contains two audio signals. Therefore, a total of four analog audio
signals can be encoded into the SDI signal by the 3380 transmitter or decoded from the SDI
signal by the 3381 receiver.
The 3380 takes an SDI signal (BNC) and up to 4 balanced or unbalanced analog audio
signals (DB-25 TASCAM) as inputs. There are 2 four position switches on the 3380. One to
select the audio group (1-4) that the 3380 will embed into and to determine if it will embed
the analog audio input signals or pass any audio signals previously embedded in the
incoming SDI stream. This is done on a channel pair basis. The other four position switch
selects the input impedance of each of the analog audio inputs. They can be set to 600
ohms or Hi-Z.
The 3381 Receiver has two four position switches, one to select the audio group (1-4) that
will be de-embedded from the SDI signal and a second switch allows for the muting of the
individual analog audio outputs.
The 3381 takes a SMPTE 297-2006 compliant ber optic input transmitted from a
3380 transmitter, a 3360 transmitter, a 3350 transmitter, FiberLink Matrix or other
SMPTE 297-2006 compliant optical device. This makes the 3380 Series very exible in that
you can cross convert analog to digital (3380 to 3361) or digital to analog (3360 to 3381).
Please see the following pages for detailed operational instructions, audio conguration
settings and LED descriptions.
Note: Audio embedding can only take place when a valid 3G/HD/SD-SDI video
signal is present. The unit cannot be used as an audio only transmission system.
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FiberLink 3380 Series
Balanced & Unbalanced Audio:
The FiberLink 3380 & 3381 have 25-pin DB-25F connector wired in a standard TASCAM
conguration for audio input/output. The units are designed for balanced or unbalanced
audio input and balanced or unbalanced audio output signals. When using an unbalanced
output, the signal level will be 6 dBu below the input. To get the full level, you will need to
utilize an external transformer or amplier.
Balanced input/output connections are:
Hot(+), Cold (-), and Ground for each of the four channels.
Unbalanced signal connections should use: Hot(+) and Ground.
The Cold(-) input should be left open. The Cold(-) output should not have a
connection. Do not ground this output.
Analog Audio Input/Output Connections
Pin-out for TASCAM DB-25F
8 Channel Balanced Connector
13 12 11 10 987654321
25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14
1 2 3 4 5 6
These channels are not
supported by the 3380/3381
Series
7 8
C G H C G H C G H C G H
G H C G H C G H C G H C
G – Ground | C – Cold(-) | H – Hot(+)
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FiberLink 3380 Series Product Photos
Transmitter Card Receiver Card
Transmitter Box
Receiver Box
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FiberLink 3380 Series Audio Introduction
3380 Transmitter Audio Conguration
Pass: Will pass any previously embedded
audio that is present in the SDI stream on
the respective channel pair.
Embed: Audio supplied from the TASCAM
DB-25 connector will be embedded
into the SDI stream for the selected chan-
nel pair. Existing embedded audio will be
replaced.
Pass
Embed
Box
Card
1234
Hi-Z
600 Ohm
Box
Termination by Channel
Embed Into Group
Audio Status
¹�₂ ³�₄ A B
¹�₂
³�₄
A
B
PassEmbed
Group 1 Group 2 Group 3 Group 4
NOTE: Located on PCB
Card
¹�₂
³�₄
A
B
¹�₂
³�₄
A
B
¹�₂
³�₄
A
B
¹�₂
³�₄
A
B
PassEmbed PassEmbed PassEmbed PassEmbed
Box
¹�₂ ³�₄ A B ¹�₂ ³�₄ A B ¹�₂ ³�₄ A B ¹�₂ ³�₄ A B
Pass
Embed
Pass
Embed
Pass
Embed
Pass
Embed
1234
Card
OPEN
Hi-Z
600 Ohm
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FiberLink 3380 Series
3381 Receiver Audio Conguration
Indicator LEDs
Up position indicates selected group.
Indicates group number.
1234
Box
Card
1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4
MUTE CHGROUP
ON
"Mute" position indicates muted
output channel. No audio will be
output to the TASCAM DB-25
connector.
"On" position indicates that the
audio is being output on the
TASCAM DB-25 connector.
1234
On
Mute
Box
Card
1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4
MUTE CHGROUP
ON
Only one switch should be up.
If an invalid selection is made, all
Group LEDs will extinguish and the
last selected group will be extracted.
NOTE:
De-Embed From Group
Audio Status
NOTE: The audio is still present in the SDI
stream on the BNC.
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FiberLink 3380 Series Indicator LEDs
Transmitter LEDs
LED Status Denition
Power On Indicates that correct power has been applied.
Video
3G Rate O Indicates no 3G-SDI data rate lock
On Indicates 3G-SDI data rate lock at 2.97 Gbps or
2.97/1.001 Gbps
HD Rate O Indicates no HD-SDI data rate lock
On Indicates HD-SDI data rate lock at 1.485 Gbps or
1.485/1.001 Gbps
SD Rate O Indicates no SD-SDI data rate lock
On Indicates SD-SDI data rate lock at 270 Mbps
Audio Status
Pass O Indicates no audio present in the video stream
On Indicates audio present in the video stream and
selected as the audio to pass
Dim Indicates audio present in the video stream but
not selected as the audio to pass.
Embed O Indicates no audio present on the analog input
On Indicates audio present on the DB-25 input and
selected as the audio to embed
Dim Indicates audio present on the analog input but
not selected as the audio to embed
Embed Into Group
Group (1-4) O Audio group is not used
On Indicates the audio group in the SDI signal that
will be processed
Card Version
Alarm On Loss of input video (card version only)
Note: The 3G, HD and SD LEDs indicators are o when a non-standard signal is applied.
Indicator LEDs
The FiberLink 3380 Series has several indicator LEDs that are used to monitor the state of
the unit. Card versions have an additional Alarm LED.
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FiberLink 3380 Series
Receiver LEDs
LED Status Denition
Power On Indicates that correct power has been applied.
Video
3G Rate O Indicates no 3G-SDI data rate lock
On Indicates 3G-SDI data rate lock at 2.97 Gbps or
2.97/1.001 Gbps
HD Rate O Indicates no HD-SDI data rate lock
On Indicates HD-SDI data rate lock at 1.485 Gbps or
1.485/1.001 Gbps
SD Rate O Indicates no SD-SDI data rate lock
On Indicates SD-SDI data rate lock at 270 Mbps
Audio Status
1/2 3/4 O Indicates no audio status present in the video
stream
On Indicates audio status present in the video
stream and being de-embedded and output
on the respective audio output. Note: Audio
status is always present when extracting group
3380 is inserting.
De-Embed From Group
Group (1-4) O Audio group is not used
On Indicates the audio group selected for extraction
from the SDI stream. If all LEDs are o selection is
illegal and last selected audio group will be
extracted.
Card Version
Alarm On Loss of input video (card version only)
Note: The 3G, HD and SD LEDs indicators are o when a non-standard signal is applied.
Operating Pointers | Troubleshooting
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FiberLink 3380 Series Maintenance and Repairs | Certications
Operating Pointers
Remember to check attenuation of the ber optic cable. The system will only operate
properly if these specications fall within the range of the system’s loss budget.
Note: If no signal is applied to the 3380 Transmitter, no optical power will be present on the
3380 Transmitter’s output.
Troubleshooting
Multimode ber optic cable contains an optical ber with a light carrying “core” that is
only .0025 inches (62.5 microns) in diameter. Single mode ber optic cable has an even
smaller “core,” only .00032 to .0004 inches (8-10 microns). This is smaller than a human hair!
Therefore, any minute particles of dirt or dust can easily block the ber from accepting or
radiating light. To prevent this from happening, always use the provided dust caps when
ever optical connectors are exposed to air. It is also a good idea to gently clean the tip of an
optical connector with a lint-free cloth moistened with alcohol whenever dust is suspected.
The status of the LEDs should provide the rst clue as to the origin of any operational
failure. If these are o, it usually means that the ber is broken or has too much attenuation.
Next, be certain that the input and output signal connections are correct.
An optical power meter, such as the FiberLink 6615, a visible light source, such as the
FiberLink 6610, and a Three Wavelength Light Source, such as the FiberLink 6620, can
greatly assist and expedite troubleshooting of ber optic transmission systems and are
recommended tools all installers should have available.
Finally, although multimode and single mode devices may look the same, they will not
operate properly together. Using the wrong device or ber can easily add more attenuation
than specied, resulting in poor overall performance. It should be noted that some of our
ber optic products support both single mode and multimode ber in the same unit.
If, after reviewing the above possibilities, the system is still not operating, please contact
the Customer Service Department for further assistance. If you suspect your problem is
caused by the optics or the ber optic cable, and you have an optical power meter, please
take the appropriate measurements prior to contacting support.
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FiberLink 3380 Series Warranty
Certications
Maintenance and Repairs
The FiberLink 3380 Series has been manufactured using the latest semiconductor devices
and techniques that electronic technology has to oer. They have been designed for long,
reliable and trouble-free service and are not normally eld repairable.
Should diculty be encountered, Artel Video Systems maintains a complete
service facility to render accurate, timely and reliable service of all products.
The only maintenance that can be provided by the user is to ascertain that optical
connectors are free of dust or dirt that could interfere with light transmission and that
electrical connections are secure and accurate. Please see the Troubleshooting section of
this manual for additional information.
An optical power meter, such as the FiberLink 6615, a visible light source, such as the
FiberLink 6610, and a Three Wavelength Light Source, such as the FiberLink 6620, can
greatly assist and expedite troubleshooting of ber optic transmission systems and are
recommended tools all installers should have available.
All other questions or comments should be directed to our Customer Service Department.
It should be noted that many “problems” can easily be solved by a simple telephone call.
If you suspect your problem is caused by the optics or the ber optic cable, and you have
an optical power meter, please take the appropriate measurements prior to contacting
support.
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FiberLink 3380 Series Accessories and Related Products
FiberLink 6656 Visible Light Source
The FiberLink 6656 is a light-weight, hand-held tool used
to quickly troubleshoot faults in the continuity of both
single-mode and multimode bers. High-intensity visible
laser allows for visible fault location of breaks and micro-
bends in both single-mode and multimode bers
FiberLink 6652/6654 Light Sources
The FiberLink Light Source oers a laser output at select-
able wavelengths, allowing for convenient, on-site testing
of ber networks during construction and maintenance
procedures.
FiberLink 6650 Optical Power Meter
The FiberLink 6650 Optical Power Meter is a high accuracy,
high resolution, microprocessor controlled optical power
meter. 65 dB dynamic range; calibrated to measure 850,
1300, 1310 and 1550nm. Works with multimode and
single mode ber. Graphical LCD display with intuitive
user interface with simple 2-key operation.
FiberLink 6658
The FiberLink Optical Length Meter measures the length
of both single mode and multimode ber with accuracy of
± 2.5 meters. Generates a pulsed signal for use with ber
identiers. Easy-to-read bright red 7-segment LED display.
Comes equipped with industry preferred ST connectors.
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FiberLink 3380 Series
• High performance plug and play products
• Stand alone and card cage versions available
• Solutions for most video, audio, and data formats
• Multimode and single mode versions
• Designed and manufactured in the USA
• Training and installation support available
• 24x7x365 technical support available
Proven Products, Unrivaled
Service, and Great Support
Artel Video Systems Corp.
5B Lyberty Way,
Westford, MA 01886 USA
T: 978-263-5775
F: 978-263-9755
sales@artel.com
customercare@artel.com
www.artel.com
All specifications subject to
change without notice. ©2016
Updated 02/16/2016
CS200-129453-00_H
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