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AIMA3000.RT5S
1550 nm Return Transmitter - Standard
Product User Manual

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AIMA3000.RT5S
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Product User Manual

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Contents
1 About This Manual....................................................................................................................................................5
1.1 Chapter Overview ..................................................................................................................................................................................5
1.2 Related Documentation........................................................................................................................................................................5
1.3 Document Conventions........................................................................................................................................................................6
1.4 Technical Support...................................................................................................................................................................................6
2 Precautions.................................................................................................................................................................7
3 Overview.....................................................................................................................................................................8
3.1 Product Description ...............................................................................................................................................................................8
3.2 Product Key Features............................................................................................................................................................................9
3.3 Specifications...........................................................................................................................................................................................10
3.4 Block Diagram .........................................................................................................................................................................................12
3.5 Order Details............................................................................................................................................................................................13
4 Module Characteristics ............................................................................................................................................14
4.1 Module Appearance and Port Layout..............................................................................................................................................14
4.1.1 Overview ..........................................................................................................................................................................................14
4.1.2 Front Panel Layout ........................................................................................................................................................................15
4.1.3 Rear Panel Layout..........................................................................................................................................................................17
5 Installation ..................................................................................................................................................................19
5.1 Preparatory Work for Installation .......................................................................................................................................................19
5.2 Unpacking.................................................................................................................................................................................................19
5.3 Module Installation .................................................................................................................................................................................20
5.4 Connecting Optical Cables .................................................................................................................................................................21
5.4.1 Using the Sliding Fibre Guide....................................................................................................................................................21
5.4.2 Using the Fibre Tray......................................................................................................................................................................24
5.4.3 Cleaning the Fibre Connector Ends and Front-panel Optical Ports.............................................................................26
5.4.4 Connecting the Optical Fibres ..................................................................................................................................................27
5.5 Check Module LEDs..............................................................................................................................................................................27
5.6 Test the RF Input Signal........................................................................................................................................................................27

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5.7 Test the Optical Output Signal............................................................................................................................................................27
5.8 RT5S Initial Setup....................................................................................................................................................................................29
6 Module Configuration & Alarm setup....................................................................................................................32
6.1 Alarms Monitoring ..................................................................................................................................................................................32
6.1.1 Alarm Status Pages .......................................................................................................................................................................32
6.1.2 Module operating voltage and temperature alarm ............................................................................................................33
6.1.3 Module Port Alarms.......................................................................................................................................................................34
6.1.4 Alarm Monitoring Configuration................................................................................................................................................35
6.1.5 Input / Output Status Monitoring...............................................................................................................................................36
6.2 Logs Management..................................................................................................................................................................................39
6.3 Device Upgrade......................................................................................................................................................................................40
6.4 Restoring Factory Defaults ..................................................................................................................................................................41
6.5 Reboot........................................................................................................................................................................................................43
7 Troubleshooting.........................................................................................................................................................44
8 Declaration of Conformity .......................................................................................................................................46
Appendix A: Default Alarm Limit Settings ...................................................................................................................47

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1 About This Manual
1.1 Chapter Overview
1. About This Manual: Preface
2. Precautions
3. Overview: Application module overview, including the module features, technical specifications, and
ordering information.
4. Module Characteristics: The appearance of the equipment, port and introduction of other components
5. Installation: Installation procedure
6. Module Configuration & Alarms: Web management configuration instructions.
7. Troubleshooting
8. Product Warranty
9. Declaration of Conformity.
Appendix A: Default Alarm Limit Parameters
Appendix B: Factory Default Settings
1.2 Related Documentation
The following documents may be used in conjunction with this manual:
• Technetix.AIMA3000 - Product User Manual
• Technetix.AIMA ASMM - Product User Manual
• AIMA3000 NMS Web Management System Product User Manual
- Technetix.NMS3-EPSM - Basic Inventory Management
- Technetix.NMS3-EPSM - Basic Alarm Management
- Technetix.NMS3-EPSM - Basic System Management
- Technetix.NMS3-EPSM - Basic Template Management

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1.3 Document Conventions
Before you use the manual, please familiarise yourself with the format used in this manual.
‘*’ Asterisk: Points marked with an asterisk means there is a corresponding note on the page
1.4 Technical Support
If you need help in the process of setting up and maintaining an RT5S, please contact Technetix’s technical
support sta:
Europe:
Technetix BV
Kazemat 5
NL-3905 NR Veenendaal
P.O. Box 385
NL-3900 AJ Veenendaal
The Netherlands
Phone: [phone]
Email: customer.service.[email protected]

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2 Precautions
WARNING!
This equipment is intended for indoor applications. To prevent fire or electrical shock, or
damage to the equipment, do not expose units to water or moisture.
• You should carefully read and thoroughly understand the contents of the manual before
installing and using this equipment.
• A typical connector is the SC/APC 8°. Note: An 8 ° angle polished optical connectors must
be used.
• At any time, there may be dangerous voltage inside the device.
• DO NOT power up before the cover and the panels of the equipment are installed and the
enclosure is closed.
Cleaning
Only use a damp cloth for cleaning the front panel. Use a soft dry cloth to clean the top of the unit.
DO NOT use any spray cleaners or chemicals of any kind.
Outage or overload requiring service and repairs
Unplug the unit and refer the servicing to Technetix qualified service personnel only.
Servicing and repairs
DO NOT attempt to service this unit yourself. Refer all servicing needs to Technetix qualified service
personnel only.
WARNING!
Exposure to class 3A laser radiation is possible. Access should be restricted to
trained personnel only. Do not view exposed fibre or connector ends when handling
optical equipment.

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3 Overview
3.1 Product Description
The RT5S, 1550 nm Return Transmitter - Standard series, is a high-density module with one or two lasers. It is designed
to plug into Technetix’s latest Advanced Intelligent Multi-services Access platform - the AIMA3000. Technetix RT5S is
currently available in either a single or dual transmitter configuration. It features a full-spectrum advanced return path
transmitter designed for multi-service operators (MSOs) to increase network capacity to satisfy an ever-growing subscriber
demand for bandwidth. The module’s operating wavelength conforms to ITU standards and it can work with Technetix
Erbium Doped Fibre Amplifier Module (EDFA). It provides the utmost flexibility for MSOs during the transition to all-digital.
The RT5S employs an advanced RF circuit design and is available with either one or two high quality independent low-
chirp lasers. In addition, it has a cutting-edge optoelectronic design for the delivery of high-quality transmissions, over
passive fibre optic networks.
All RT5S models can also be conveniently monitored and controlled through a computer connected to one of the Ethernet
ports via the ASMM module. All module settings are retained in non-volatile memory to ensure trouble-free operation. Bulk
updating, automatic uploading and Block Diagram downloading of configuration files can be done when using Technetix
NMSE web-based management system.

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3.2 Product Key Features
• Plug-and-play with the AIMA3000 platform
• High-quality 1550 nm isolated low-chirp analogue DFB lasers
• RF amplifier gain blocks with advanced GaAs technology for better performance
• Conforms to ITU DWDM standards
• Frequency response of 5 MHz to 204 MHz
• Local laser shutdown via web interface
• Totally independent and controllable circuits in one module slot
• Alarm monitoring via ASMM web interface and Technetix NMSE
• Automatic thermo-cooler control (ATC) for a consistent laser temperature
• Automatic power control (APC) for maintaining a consistent amount of power amplification for each wavelength
• Remote firmware upgrade and auto upload/download of configuration files through the ASMM web interface or
using Technetix NMSE
• Bulk firmware updates through Technetix NMSE
• Fully FCC, CE and RCM ⁽¹⁾ compliant
(1) See Declaration of Conformity for current status.

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3.3 Specifications
Optical Performance
Optical wavelength ITU standard wavelength
Optical outputs 1 or 2
Output power 8 dBm, 9 dBm, 10 dBm
Optical connector SC/APC (1), LC/APC, FC/APC, E2000/APC
Laser RIN < -155 dB/Hz
RF Performance
RF bandwidth 5 MHz to 204 MHz
RF flatness ± 0.5 dB
RF input return loss > 18 dB
RF nominal input level (2) 15 ~25 dBmV per channel
RF impedance 75 Ω
RF test point relative to RF input port -20 ±1 dB
Isolation between Transmitters > 60 dB
RF inputs connectors Single: 1 x GSK-type female
Dual: 2 x GSK-type female
RF test points Single: 2 x Mini-SMB (3)
Dual: 4 x Mini-SMB(4)
Alarms and laser status Front-panel LEDs, SNMP traps
Link Performance (5)
CNR > 53 dB
IMD2 < -60 dBc
General
Power supply Powered via AIMA3000 backplane
Power consumption Single: < 8.0 W
Dual: < 15.0 W
Operating temperature -5 ~ +55 oC
Operating humidity 90 % (Non-condensing)
Storage temperature -25 ~ +70 oC
Storage humidity 90 % (Non-condensing)
Dimensions (W*D*H) 24.6 mm * 410 mm * 152.5 mm
Weight 0.88 kg
Network management Technetix NMSE or through ASMM’s web interface

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Notes:
(1) Standard option. Contact a Technetix Sales Representative for availability of other options.
(2) dBuV= 60 + dBmV
(3) Two mini-SMB connectors on front panel: 1 RF inputs test ports and 1 to measure RF input before the laser.
(4) Four mini-SMB connectors on front panel: 2 RF inputs test ports and 2 to measure RF input before the laser.
(5) Measured in a typical system with 4 channels signal source (11.5 MHz, 26.5 MHz, 45.5 MHz and 58.5 MHz), -2 dBm, 6 %
OMI, 10 km fibre. IMD2 is measured at 15 MHz and 38 MHz.

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3.4 Block Diagram
Table 3 1 RT5S Block Diagram Glossary
Figure 3.1
Parameters Glossary
RF IN 1 RF1 Input
RF IN 2 RF2 Input
-20 dB TP -20 dB Test Point
PREAMP Preamplifier Module
AMPLIFIER Amplifier Module
ATTENUATOR Gain Adjustment
RF DETECTOR RF Level Detector
LASER Laser
OPTICAL OUTPUT Optical Output
TO BACK PLANE AND COMMS Data Bus
-20 dB OMI TP OMI Test Point for Laser
CPU Central Processing Unit

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3.5 Order Details
A-RT5S-[V]-[W]-[X1X2]-[Y]-[Z] 1550 nm Return Transmitter - Standard
Options:
VOptical Ports
SSingle
D Dual
WOptical Output Power
08 8 dBm (6.3 mW) optical power
09 9 dBm (8 mW) optical power
10 10 dBm (10 mW) optical power
X1X2 ⁽¹⁾⁽²⁾ First Channel Last channel
21 192.1 THz (1560.61 nm)
23 192.3 THz (1558.98 nm)
25 192.5 THz (1557.36 nm)
27 192.7 THz (1555.75 nm)
29 192.9 THz (1554.13 nm)
31 193.1 THz (1552.52 nm)
33 193.3 THz (1550.92 nm)
35 193.5 THz (1549.32 nm)
… …
51 195.1 THz (1536.61 nm)
YOptical Connector Type
S SC/APC (3)
LLC/APC
FFC/APC
EE2000/APC
ZBandwidth
20 5~204 MHz
(1) Default spacing is 200 GHz. For other wavelength configurations not listed, please contact Technetix.
(2) X2 is only used in dual transmitter variants.
• Dual version, X1 is the first channel and X2 is the second channel
Examples:
Single X1 25
Dual X1X2 2527
(3) Standard option. Contact a Technetix Sales Representative for availability of other options.

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4 Module Characteristics
4.1 Module Appearance and Port Layout
4.1.1 Overview
Front Panel
Rear Panel
Figure 4.1 Module Appearance

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4.1.2 Front Panel Layout
Figure 4.2 RT5S Front Panel Layout

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Table 4.1 RT5S Front Panel Functions
Item Number Item Description
1 MODE LED Module Gain Control Mode Indicator
MGC: Green Light Blinking
AGC: Green
2 STATUS LED Module Alarm Indicator
Normal: Green
Minor Alarm: Amber
Major Alarm: Red
3 LSR1 LED Laser Status Indicator
Normal: Green
OFF: Green Light Blinking
Major Alarm: Red
4 LSR1-TP Laser 1 Input Test Point
5 RF1 LED RF1 Status Indicator
Normal: Green
Input RF minor alarm: Amber
Input RF level major alarm: Red
6 RF1-TP RF1 Test Point
7 LSR2 LED Laser Status Indicator
Normal: Green
OFF: Green Light Blinking
Major Alarm: Red
8 LSR2-TP Laser 2 level input test point
9 RF2 LED RF2 Status Indicator
Normal: Green
Output RF level minor alarm: Amber
Output RF level major alarm: Red
10 RF2-TP RF2 Test Point
11 Orange tab-retaining clip Used to plug and anchor the module
The tab-retaining clip will pop-up after
pressing the release and plug module.
12 OPT OUT 1 Optical output 1
13 OPT OUT 2 Optical output 2
14 Mounting Screw Module fastening screw
CAUTION!
“OPT OUT” emits a non-visible laser radiation when working.

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4.1.3 Rear Panel Layout
Figure 4.3 Rear Panel Layout

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Table 4 2 RT5S Rear Panel Functions
Serial Number Item Description
1 RF 1 IN RF 1 Input
2 RF 2 IN RF 2 Input
3 Air Vent Air vent allowing air to flow out of the module
4 Multi-pin Connector Power and communication port
5 Placement Pin Used to position the module in the chassis

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5 Installation
5.1 Preparatory Work for Installation
Before installing this device, you must ensure that the unit is intact and ready for installation.
Unpack and check the unit: Open the box to check for any damage that may have occurred during shipment.
If damage is found, please contact a Technetix customer support representative.
Necessary equipment and tools for installation:
Table 5.1 Necessary equipment and tools for installation
Tools/Modules Description
Phillips screwdriver PH1/PH2 For use with the AIMA3000 chassis
RT5S Module The module to install into the AIMA3000 chassis
No. Description Qty
1 RT5S module 1
1 Individual test sheet (Certificate of Performance) 1
5.2 Unpacking
Unpack the module. Keep the packaging materials for future transport needs.
Check the package manifest, record the product module type, serial number, purchase date, and any other relevant
information to facilitate later management and maintenance.
Table 5.2 Packing Manifest

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5.3 Module Installation
1. Gently depress the orange retaining clip and release the hinged tab
Hinged tab
Module fastening screw
AIMA Module
Orange retaining clip
2. Hold the AIMA module casing upright, align it with the AIMA3000 slide rails for the correct slot, and insert the
module until it reaches the multi-pin connector.
DO NOT use excessive force when inserting the module, but ensure the RF connectors at the rear of the module
are securely connected with the chassis's RF connectors.
CAUTION!
The module MUST be installed correctly to ensure a proper connection of the module’s multi-pin connector and
the backplane.
Tip:
When inserting the module into the guide rails, vertically tilt the module slightly to check that the guides are properly
seated on the rails. The module is guided to the correct position using the large metal fastening screw on the lower
part of the front panel.