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Chapter 6 1-Port Channelized OC-12/STM-4 Line Card Overview
Cables and Connectors
Cables and Connectors
The 1-port channelized OC-12/STM-4 line card uses an SC-type optical connector.
Table 6-5 and Table 6-6 provide optical cabling specifications for the line card.
Go to Chapter 16, “Preparing for Installation” to begin the installation or replacement of the line card.
For troubleshooting information, see Chapter 18, “Troubleshooting the Installation.”
Table 6-5 Optical Specifications
Transceiver Type
Transmit
Power
Maximum
Power to
Receiver
Minimum
Receiver
Sensitivity
Nominal Distance
Between Stations Wavelength Fiber Type
Single-mode
intermediate reach
–15 dBm
minimum to
–8 dBm
maximum
–8 dBm –28 dBm Up to 9 mi (15 km) 1280 nm to
1335 nm
Single mode,
core size 8 to
10 microns
Table 6-6 Optical Power Budget
Power Budget Transmit Power Receive Power Typical Maximum Distance
12 dB –15 dBm to –8 dBm –28 dBm to –8 dBm 9.3 miles (15 km)