Specifications

4-34 Optical Amplifiers 4000326 Rev A
Monitor Alarm Parameters Using the ICIM
Introduction
The Intelligent Communications Interface Module (ICIM) in the Prisma II Chassis
allows you to scroll through and view alarms that may exist for the amplifier.
Amplifier Alarm LED Description
The Alarm LED located on the amplifier’s front panel illuminates or blinks to
indicate the state of the amplifier.
The following table shows each possible amplifier state.
If the Alarm LED: This Indicates:
Blinks a minor alarm condition.
Illuminates a critical alarm condition.
Alarm Information
The following amplifier alarm information is available:
• Laser bias current
• Optical input power
• Optical output power
• Enable/disable module status
• Laser temperature
• Power supply fault
Alarm Limits
Alarms limits fall into one of the following categories.
• Minor low
• Major low
• Minor high
• Major high
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