Optocore FESTIVAL BOX PETIT User manual

FESTIVAL BOX – SFP transport platform for multiple signal formats
Operating Manual
Rev. 1.0
Operating Manual for OPTOCORE FESTIVAL BOX
SFP transport platform for multiple signal formats
© Copyright 2019 All rights reserved
OPTOCORE GmbH
Lohenstr. 8
82166 Munich-Gräfelfing
Germany

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FESTIVAL BOX 3 / 20 rev. 1.0
Important Safety Instructions
•Please read this manual carefully.
•Please keep this operating manual in a safe place.
•Heed all warnings.
•Follow all instructions.
•This device may only be used in accordance to the information provided in this operating
manual. Ensure that all recommendations, especially the safety recommendations as detailed
in this operating manual, are followed before and during the usage of the device.
•Do not use this device near water, for example, in humid or damp rooms.
•Clean only with a dry cloth.
•Do not block or cover any ventilation slits. Install the device in accordance with the operating
manual.
•Do not install or place the device near any heat source such as radiators, power-amplifiers, or
any other heat producing equipment.
•Protect the power cord from being stepped on, crushed, pinched or damaged in any other
way. Pay special attention to plugs and sockets of the device.
•Do not place this device on an unstable table, tripod, cart, etc. The device may fall, causing
serious damage to the device.
•The device can be disconnected from the power supply by pulling the plug. These must be
freely accessible at all times. The device should be disconnected during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
•The device must be grounded; any disconnection of the grounding is not permitted.
•The internal components of the switched-mode power supplies operate at very high voltages.
Coming into contact with them can lead to considerable electric shock, which may result in
death.
•Only use attachments specified by the manufacturer.
•This device contains no user serviceable parts: only refer to authorised, qualified service
personnel for any servicing.
•Your warranty will be voided if you tamper with the internal components.

FESTIVAL BOX 4 / 20 rev. 1.0
•Purchaser Information
•Operating Manual
Please read this manual – if you call for technical support, we will assume that you have already done
so. Study the operating manual carefully in order to familiarise yourself with the device and its
operation. It contains vast amounts of information and tips for the proper use of the device.
It cannot be guaranteed that this operating manual will not contain typographical mistakes or
misprints. The operating manual is regularly revised and updated.
Modifications, which serve the purpose of technical improvement of the device, may be carried out
without prior notification.
•Transport and Shipping
Always ensure careful handling of the device. The device should be transported and shipped in
shock-absorbing transport cases. If these are not available, we recommend well-padded packaging
such as the coated carton in which the device was delivered.
•Environments
This device can be used in E1, E2, E3, E4, or E5 environments (as listed below) according to the
harmonised European standards EN55103-1 and EN55103-2 “Electromagnetic compatibility –
Product family standard for audio, video and audio-visual and entertainment lighting control apparatus
for professional use”
E1-Residental
E2-Commercial and light industrial
E3-Urban outdoors
E4-Controlled EMC environment e.g. broadcast and TV-studio
E5-Heavy industry
The product is intended for use in moderate climates.
•Ventilation
Do not block or cover any ventilation openings. Install the device in accordance with the operating
manual. Allow for sufficient space around the units (at least 200 mm ≡7,87" free space behind the
rear-panel of the device) and make sure to allow for air circulation near the ventilation openings on
both sides of the device. Keep the rear of the rack open during operation. Do not operate the device
close to heat emitting equipment, such as power-amplifiers. Leave sufficient space (minimum ½RU)
between the device and any heat emitting devices housed in the same rack.
•Water and Moisture etc.
To prevent fire or shock hazard do not expose the device to direct sunlight, dust, water, or rain during
operation or storage.
Please note:
Do not populate more than 4 adjacent rack spaces with Optocore devices.
Maintain 1RU of empty space between each 4 RU of Optocore devices.
Keep the equipment rack open during operation.
Ensure air circulation around the devices.
Maintain at least 200mm (~8”) clearance behind the rear panel of the devices.

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•Cleaning
Only use a dry linen cloth to clean the device. If the unit is very dirty, moisten a cloth using a little
water and a small amount of household detergent. Never use cleansing agents containing solvents to
clean the device.
•Operating and Storage Temperature
Operating temperature: -20°C …50°C ≡-4°F …122°F; ensure proper ventilation
Storage temperature: -20°C …60°C ≡-4°F …140°F
•Power Supply
The device can be disconnected from the power supply by unplugging the power cord. The power
cords must be freely accessible at all times. The device should be disconnected during lightning
storms or when the device is unused for a long period of time.
Never disconnect the main plug by pulling the cable, always pull the plug itself.
Power-supply cords should be routed in such a way that they are not likely to be walked on, crushed,
pinched, or damaged in any other way. Pay special attention to the plugs and the sockets of the
device.
•Fuse
There is no fuse in the device. The power supplies contain circuitry that protects the device from
overload.
•Lightning
For additional protection of this device during lightning storms, or when it is left unattended and
unused for a long period of time, disconnect the power cord. This will prevent damage to the device
due to lightning and power line surges. Disconnection from the mains power supply is only possible
by disconnecting the power plug from the mains socket.
•Eye Safety
This product is a Laser Class 1 product. It complies with IEC 60825-1, FDA 21 CFR 1040.10, and
1040.11.
•External objects and/or liquids
Never push objects of any kind into the device through openings in the casing. They may come into
contact with dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.
Never spill liquid of any kind on the device.
Important:
The switched-mode power supplies operate at very high voltages.
Coming into contact with the power supplies can lead to considerable electric shock,
which may result in death.
Important:
A damaged power cable must be replaced immediately.
The device must be grounded. Disconnecting the ground is strictly prohibited. Ensure
that the device is always grounded using the power connector.
Do not cover the ground connection of the power connector with any kind of insulation
material!

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•Cables and Accessories
Only use attachments that are specified by the manufacturer of the device.
Use high quality, properly terminated, cables to connect the device. The device should only be used
with optical fibre cables that are specified for use with the devices’ optical transceivers and within the
specified power budget of the optical transceivers. When not in use, ensure that the optical
connectors on the device and the optical fibre cables are covered with the provided caps.
Do not place this device on an unstable table, tripod, cart, etc. The device may fall, which can cause
injury and serious damage to the device. Any mounting of the device should follow the manufacturer’s
instructions, and should use mounting accessories recommended by the manufacturer of the device.
•Servicing
Do not attempt to service this device yourself.
The device contains no user serviceable parts, components or controls. The operation of an opened
device is not permitted. Such operation can lead to damage of the device’s components due to lack
of air-flow through the device.
The device may not be serviced, altered or modified without authorization from Optocore or an
Optocore authorized distributor / dealer. Only qualified service personnel may carry out repair and
maintenance work on the device. The warranty of the device will be voided if any unauthorized
maintenance or repair work has been carried out..

FESTIVAL BOX 7 / 20 rev. 1.0
CE/FCC-Conformity
This document confirms that the Festival Box bearing the CE (Communauté Européenne)label meets all
requirements in the EMC directive 2004/108/EG laid down by the Member States Council for adjustment of legal
requirements. Furthermore the product complies with the rules and regulations of the low-voltage directive
2006/95/EG and the Restriction of Hazardous Substances Recast Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS 2). This product
bearing the CE label complies with the following standards, ratified by CENELEC (Comité Européen de
Normalisation Electrotechnique):
Electromagnetic compatibility – Product family standard for audio, video, audio-visual and
entertainment lighting control apparatus for professional use
EN 55103-1, Emission
EN 55103-2, Immunity
EN 60065, Safety requirements
FCC notice
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital 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 radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may
cause harmful interference to radio communication. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to
cause harmful interference, in which case you will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Optocore GmbH could void the user’s authority to operate
this equipment.
Industry Canada Compliance Statement
This Class[A] digital device complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Avis de conformité à la réglementation d'Industrie Canada
Cet appareil numérique de la class[A] est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada
The authorised declaration and compatibility certification lies with the manufacturer and can be viewed on
request. Responsible as manufacturer is:
OPTOCORE GmbH, Lohenstr. 8, 82166 Munich-Gräfelfing, Germany
represented by Marc Brunke, Managing Director
N.B. The awarding of the CE label confirms the compliance with legal directives issued for the manufacturer and
marketing of electronic and electrical devices. As such the CE label is not a "seal of quality" but rather proof that
the device bearing the CE label conforms with the electromagnetic compatibility standards laid down in the above
named testing regulations.
Munich, 01.03.2019
Marc Brunke

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FESTIVAL BOX 9 / 20 rev. 1.0
FESTIVAL BOX – SFP transport platform for multiple signal formats
Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions..................................................................................................................................... 3!
CE/FCC-Conformity ..................................................................................................................................................7!
Device Description ..................................................................................................................................................10!
Front Panel.............................................................................................................................................................. 11!
Rear Panel .............................................................................................................................................................. 12!
Festival BOX - PETIT................................................................................................................................... 12!
Festival BOX - GRAND................................................................................................................................12!
Device Details .........................................................................................................................................................13!
SFP Ports.....................................................................................................................................................13!
Aux Ports .....................................................................................................................................................13!
Main Ports....................................................................................................................................................13!
Power Supply...............................................................................................................................................13!
Control.....................................................................................................................................................................13!
Connectors and Cables...........................................................................................................................................14!
SFP transceivers..........................................................................................................................................14!
Main and Aux Fiber...................................................................................................................................... 14!
Power Connection........................................................................................................................................14!
SFP Options available from Optocore..................................................................................................................... 14!
Hardware Connection..............................................................................................................................................16!
Example 1 .................................................................................................................................................... 16!
Example 2 .................................................................................................................................................... 17!
Connection Table ....................................................................................................................................................18!
Technical Specifications..........................................................................................................................................18!
Warranty and Liability.............................................................................................................................................. 19!
Shipping Contents................................................................................................................................................... 20!
Company Information..............................................................................................................................................20!

FESTIVAL BOX 10 / 20 rev. 1.0
Device Description
Congratulations on your purchase of a FESTIVAL BOX – fiber transport platform for multiple signal formats. The
FESTIVAL BOX manual will quickly demonstrate its advantages and help to ease your day-to-day workload in a
professional audio-visual environment.
The FESTIVAL BOX is a point to point system,which simplifies cabling between two locations. It can be used with
multiple formats available on the market that can be connected through provided SFP (Small Form-factor Pluggable)
modules. The unit provides six or twelve duplex SFP slots. Each slot can be equipped with any flavour SFP interface
e.g. Multimode, Singlemode, MADI, Ethernet RJ45 etc. compliant to MSA standard. FESTIVAL BOX multiplexes all
ports into one duplex (Petit) or two duplex (Grand) multimode fiber cables and demultiplexes them on the other end.
The FESTIVAL BOX is the perfect backbone transport system for a wide range of professional audio or data signals
including proprietary fiber protocols (i.e. Optocore), Ethernet-based Cat5 or fiber protocols (such as Dante, AVB or
ArtNET) or other proprietary or standard protocols. The huge selection of professional signals supported in a single
FESTIVAL BOX makes it a powerful solution for any application, which requires multi-cable run.. Furthermore hot-
swappable SFP-based design allows the greatest flexibility, because different medium (fiber, twisted-pair or copper)
can be connected in different situations.
FESTIVAL BOX features a built-in redundant power supply with an automatic switchover. The FESTIVAL BOX
Grand or two FESTIVAL BOX Petit keeps redundancy within redundant protocols..
FESTIVAL BOX is a 1RU device, capable of housing up to 6 (Petit) or 12 (Grand) SFP modules that are multiplexed
and/or de-multiplexed using a built-in Coarse Wave Division Multiplexing (CWDM) into one (Petit) or two (Grand)
duplex multimode fibers. CWDM technology, which is used to transport multiple signal on common fiber, is a passive
optical operation which guarantees no influence nor on the transported signals. Each protocol remains completely
independent with its full bandwidth. The overall trunk bandwidth can be 12G (Petit) or even 24G (Grand).
The front panel provides 24 LEDs indicating signal presence on each port as well as LEDs for status of the power
supplies.
FESTIVAL BOX requires no user configuration or operation – it is plug&play solution.