Specifications

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FX and FO SERIES
FIBER OPTIC SWITCHING SYSTEMS
CYTEC's FX Series of Fiberoptic Switching Systems are nonblocking, full fan-out optoelectrical
switch matrices available in configurations from 8x8 to 64x64. Different Transmitter/Receiver
Module combinations provide for 820, 1310 or 1550 nanometer wavelengths, with data rates
to 622 Mb (OC-12/STM-4).
The FO Series are passive, optical systems that use mechanical fiberoptic relays. Individual
switches, 1xN Multiplexers or NxM Matrices can be supplied. Many connector types and both
single and multimode fiber options can be specified. Control options include RS232, IEEE488
and Ethernet LAN. Manual Control is also available.
At the heart of the FX Chassis is a differential ECL Solid
State Matrix routing data at rates up to 1.2 Gbs in both a
nonblocking (any input to any output) and full fan-out (one
input to many or all outputs) arrangement. The FX/16x16 is
used for 8x8 and 16x16 matrices, while the larger FX/64x64
can supply up to 64 individual inputs and outputs. See Fig 1.
The Chassis also holds, as needed, the Fiberoptic Receiver
and Transmitter Modules. The user then specifies the Con-
trol Module and optionally a Manual Control. This modular-
ized design allows systems to be configured according to
the end user's specific design requirements.
OPTOELECTRICAL SWITCHING'S ADVANTAGES:
Fig. 1
FX/16x16 and FX/64x64 CHASSIS
STANDARD CONFIGURATIONS
FX SERIES TRANSMITTER & RECEIVER MODULES
These Modules are designed to be used with single mode
fiberoptic cables. Wavelengths of either 1310 nm or 1550 nm
are switched. Data rates of 50 Mb/sec to 700 Mb/sec are
handled.
TYPICAL APPLICATIONS INCLUDE:
It is cost effective.
One input can be distributed to many or all outputs.
Modal dispersion is minimized.
Amplitude restored on weak signals.
No mechanical mirrors or switches to fail.
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Programmable Routing in Fiber Wiring Closets.
Multiport Protocol Analysis for Networks and Test.
Signal Distribution for Communications and Test.
Automated Patch Panels.
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16 to 64
16 to 64
Fiber
Outputs
Fiber Inputs
Matrices with 16, 32, 48 and 64 Inputs are possible.
Output numbers of 16, 32, 48 and 64 are also possible. Any
combination of Inputs and Outputs and be provided, for ex-
ample a 16x64 or 48x32. One Input can connect to any, sev-
eral or all Outputs.
Fig. 1 FX Series
Topology
FX/16x16-820-100 Mainframe
FX/16X16 CHASSIS
Matrices available in 8x8, 8x16, 16x8 or 16x16 configurations.
One Input can connect to any, several or all Outputs.
FX/64X64 CHASSIS
Custom systems are available upon request. Please contact
one of our Applications Engineers for assistance.
CUSTOM CONFIGURATIONS
FX/FO-1
FX/100-820 & -1310-MM MULTIMODE SERIES
These low cost Transmitter and Receiver Modules are designed
to switch either 820 nm or 1310 nm signals into multimode
50/125 or 62.5/125 um fiberoptic cables. Data rates up to 155
Mb/sec (NRZ) are handled.
FX/600-1310 & -1550-SM SINGLEMODE SERIES