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1. BCI 250E 260E User s Manual Broadcast Quality Video Audio Data Transport System Connect the user s audio transmission source s to the 250E 260E transmitter unit s audio input ports Observe the proper polarity when connecting your audio sources a For balanced audio signal connect the positive negative and ground G of the 250E 260E unit s terminal block to corresponding terminals of user s equipment For unbalanced audio signal connect the negative and ground G of the 250E 260E unit s terminal block Connect the positive terminal of the 250E 260E unit to the positive terminal of the user s equipment and negative or ground G ofthe 250E 260E unitto the ground terminal of the user s equipment Lastly connect the 250E 260E unit s audio output ports to the required audio receiver devices You are now ready to transmit and receive audio signals When connecting the audio sources be sure to observe the following for proper polarity Three position terminal blocks feed through are provided for the three wire audio connection see Figure 2 4 We recommend you use 22 standard wire 22 AWG to connect the user s audio equipment to the 250E 260E unit Use a flat head screwdriver to tighten the terminal screw 10 Broadata Technical Support 800 214 0222 250E 260E User s Manual Broadcast Quality Video Audio Data Transport System 1 2 3 G2. Figure 2 4 Three Position Terminal Block 2 2 1 3 Serial Data Interface 260E Model Only Each 260E unit is equipped with either an RS 232 or an RS 422 interface which is preset at the factory Follow the proceeding instructions depending on what data type you have installed RS 232 Unbalanced Data The 260E units transport unbalanced data signals with handshaking control and are compatible with Full Duplex RS 232 C D and E type devices Use the following steps for connecting data transmission equipment 1 Connect your serial data cable to the user s RS 232 device See Figure 2 5 2 Connect the other end of this cable to the front panel RS 232 female terminal block connector of the 260E TX unit 3 Repeatstep 1 and 2 forthe 260E RX unit Broadata Technical Support CustomerService Broadatacom com 11 250E 260E User s Manual Broadcast Quality Video Audio Data Transport System 250 by z 2 VIDEO 2 AUDIO DATA L J Ly Figure 2 5 Data Connection Figure 2 6 a shows pin connections between the 260E Series unit as a DCE unit and the user s RS 232 device as DTE unit Typically only IN 1 and OUT 1 are used for RS 232 data transmit and receiving IN 2 and OUT 2 can be used as a second data port for handshade control Users 260E Equipment Unit DTE DCE TX Data IN 1 IN 2 Ground GND k RX Data OUT 1 OUT2 Figur
3. audio and data transmission is superior to the analog transmission systems based on the counterparts amplitude or frequency modulation schemes No user adjustments are required in the 250E 260E system enabling for a quick setup with trouble free operation The 250E 260E comes in two packaging options a rugged standalone unit or a plug in card for a card cage system Panel connectors are provided for video BNC audio terminal block and data terminal block and fiber connection FC type for singlemode fiber or ST type for multimode fiber They are also easily monitored by separate LED indicators for power optical link and channel activity See Figure 1 1 forthe front and rear panels of a 250E Due to its digital transmission design the 250E 260E is capable of addressing a variety of non standard configurations Broadata Technical Support CustomerService Broadatacom com 5 250E 260E User s Manual Broadcast Quality Video Audio Data Transport System ESeecacars 250E TX VIDEO 1 2 VIDEO 2 AUDIO DATA NEIEN N N vere ES eeacsa 250 VIDEO 1 BVIDEO2 AUDIO FON 2 A L w F Figure 1 1 250E Front Rear Panels 6 Broadata Technical Support 800 214 0222 BCI 250E 260E User s Manual Broadcast Quality Video Audio Data Transport System 2 0 SETUP The BCI 250E 260E Series units are used in pairs For unidirectional applications the
4. 250E 260E Series BROADCAST QuALITY VipEO AuDio DATA TRANSPORT SYSTEM aac ise BCI reserves the right to make changes to the products described herein without prior notice or consent No liability is assumed as a result of their use or application All rights reserved 2001 Broadata Communications Inc ECDOMMUNMICATIONEM INE 250E 260E User s Manual Broadcast Quality Video Audio Data Transport System SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND COMPLIANCE DECLARATIONS PLEASE OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AS OUR PRODUCTS CONTAIN CLASS I LASER PRODUCTS WARNING Do not disconnect the fiber optic connector while the unit is powered up Exposure to laser radiation is possible when the laser fiber optic connector is disconnected while the unit is powered up Although the fiber optic connectors in this product emit only Class 1 energy that is below the levels considered to be hazardous one should never stare directly into a fiber optic connector or an unconnected fiber end unless one can be certain that no exposure to laser energy could occur CAUTION This manual is intended for use by trained service personnel The use of controls making adjustments or performing operations other than those specified may resultin hazardous radiation exposure The following label or equivalent is located on the surface of laser products This label indicates that the product is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT SURGE
5. 250E transmitter is located at the near end while a 250E receiver is connected at the far end through one fiber For bi directional applications one 260E transceiver unit is located at the near end and connected through two optical fibers to an identical 260E transceiver located at the far end of the link Each unit provides a separate electrical interface connector for the audio video and data signals Connections are one to one between both units Figure 2 1 depicts a typical installation Ten 2 Twa 2 Studio Quiality Audia Shadin Duality Audio One 1i Short Haut Vian Video with maninina parti Figure 2 1 250E Setup Broadata Technical Support CustomerService Broadatacom com 7 250E 260E User s Manual Broadcast Quality Video Audio Data Transport System 2 1 Mounting Before installing the units into your housing make sure there is enough space to pull and connect both the electrical and optical cables without stressing them beyond the manufacturer s limitations also known as the bend radius minimum Rack Mount kits are available through special order 2 2 Cabling and Connectors In order to setup the BCI 250E 260E properly make sure to observe the following instructions when installing the proper cables The 250E 260E requires two parts to the cabling setup the electrical and the optical For the optical part observe the following procedures as there are various types of optical connectors as illustrate
6. PROTECTION DEVICE RECOMMENDED This product contains sensitive electrical components that may be damaged by electrical spikes surges electric shock lightning strikes etc Use of surge protection systems is highly recommended in order to protect and extend the life of your equipment Broadata Technical Support CustomerService Broadatacom com 3 250E 260E User s Manual Broadcast Quality Video Audio Data Transport System TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 0 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 5 20 SETUP u u 7 21 MOUNTING a a a aa alus a ssassasssussasuasassaawamauussasusaasa 8 2 2 CABLING AND CONNECTORS 8 2 2 1 ELECTRICAL CABLE CONNECTION 8 2 2 1 1 VIDEO INTERFACE u uu 8 2 2 1 2 AUDIO INTERFACE J t kam QQ Q 9 2 2 1 3 SERIAL DATA INTERFACE 11 2 2 2 OPTICAL FIBER CONNECTION 14 2 4 AC POWER CONNECTION 16 3 0 OPERATION SEHR EINE ERE LAS 16 4 0 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 17 4 1 MAINTENANCE cn thu n es n amb dx brc ias 17 4 2 TROUBLESHOOTING 18 5 0 SPECIFICATIONS tain U U U uu ani
7. cal Support CustomerService Broadatacom com 23 BCI 250E 260E User s Manual Broadcast Quality Video Audio Data Transport System Notes 24 Broadata Technical Support 800 214 0222 250E 260E User s Manual Broadcast Quality Video Audio Data Transport System Notes Broadata Technical Support CustomerService Broadatacom com 25 BCI 250E 260E User s Manual Broadcast Quality Video Audio Data Transport System Notes 26 Broadata Technical Support 800 214 0222 Broadata Communications Inc 2545 West 237th Street Suite Torrance CA 90505 1 800 214 0222 310 530 1416 310 530 5958 Facsimile e mail CustomerService Broadatacom com Website www broadatacom com EnnapATA CON MUNICATIONS IME 6000E 0250 A
8. d on the following page 2 2 4 Electrical Cable Connection On the electrical side it is required that the following steps be observed when connecting the various audio video and data terminal devices as they all require special attention and are the only available electrical connections They are described in the following steps 2 2 1 1 Video Interface The 250E 260E accepts 75 ohm video signal over coaxial cable terminated to a BNC connector e g RG 59U with a BNC connector See Figure 2 2 For analog video connections observe the following instructions 8 Broadata Technical Support 800 214 0222 BCI 250E 260E User s Manual Broadcast Quality Video Audio Data Transport System 250 VIDEO 1 2 vIDEO2 AUDIO ONS N J lt O y Ow d k Figure 2 2 Video Connection 1 Connectthe required video transmission source to the VIDEO 2 BNC connector on the 250E 260E unit 2 Lastly connect the VIDEO 1 BNC connector on the 250E 260E unit to the required video receiver unit s You are now reagy to transmit and receive video signals 2 2 1 2 Audio Interface For the audio portion observe the following steps See Figure 2 3 ESeeoapara 250E TX VIDEO 1 BVIDEO2 AUDIO DATA Pas E AN z s j p y ali F A N z PE TEE Figure 2 3 Audio Connection Broadata Technical Support CustomerService Broadatacom com 9
9. dule Table 2 a TX Status Indicators Broadata Technical Support CustomerService Broadatacom com 17 250E 260E User s Manual Broadcast Quality Video Audio Data Transport System This RED LED indicates that the receive Module module is properly powered This AMBER LED indicates that the optical Fink link is properly established This GREEN LED on the receiver indicates that the unit receives video from the user s equipment These GREEN LED indicate that the unit is transmitting signals to the user s audio equipment These RED LED indicate that the audio signals to the user s audio equipment is saturated This RED LED indicates that the integrity of optical signal is not good and produces an error ERR TX Module Data These GREEN LEDs indicate that data RX signals are receiving and being transmitted Module to the user s data equipment Table 2 b RX Status Indicators 4 2 Troubleshooting If the 250E 260E units do not operate properly after installation check for possible cable breaks loose connections and incorrect cable connections If a problem exists on the fiber link please check your fiber connectors for improperly cleaned fiber cables and connectors If problems persist that may be fiber related contact BCI at 1 800 214 0222 for further assistance Broadata Technical Support 800 214 0222 250E 260E User s Manual Broadcast Quality Video Audio Data Trans
10. e 2 6 a Pin Connections Between 250E Series Unit and User s RS 232 Device 12 Broadata Technical Support 800 214 0222 250E 260E User s Manual Broadcast Quality Video Audio Data Transport System RS 422 Differential Serial Data The 260E units transport differential data signals with compatible Full Duplex RS 422 type devices Note that RS 422 does not support handshaking control signals Use the following steps when connecting data transmission equipment 1 Connect your serial data cable to the user s RS 422 device See Figure 2 5 2 Connect the other end of this cable to the front panel RS 422 female terminal block connector of the 260E TX unit 3 Repeat step 1 and 2 for the 260E RX unit Figure 2 6 b shows pin connections between the 260E Series unit as a DCE unit and the user s RS 422 device as a DTE unit User s 260E Equipment Unit DTE DCE IN 1 TX gt IN2 Ground GND lt Bk OUT 1 lt RA OUT 2 Figure 2 6 b Pin Connections Between 260E Series Unit and User s RS 422 Device Broadata Technical Support CustomerService Broadatacom com 13 250E 260E User s Manual Broadcast Quality Video Audio Data Transport System 2 2 2 Optical Fiber Connection Most cable manufacturers identify individual fibers in the fiber cable Select an appropriate terminated fiber Each unit s optical ports in the system are specified for use w
11. ideo Level Differential Gain Differential Phase SNR Weighted Connector Audio Channel Capacity Operating Mode Signal Resolution Input Output Impedance Max Input Output Level Magnitude Freq Response THD N Connector Serial Data Channel Capacity Signal Format 1 12 Bits Digitized 10MHz 1 0Vp p 75 Ohms lt 1 0 lt 0 50 gt 70dB BNC 75 Ohms 2or4 Balanced or Unbalanced 24 Bits 600 600 Ohms Balanced 18dBm 600 Ohms Balanced 20Hz to 20kHz 1 dB gt 85dB 1kHz Terminal Block 1 RS 232 or RS 422 Operating Mode Full Duplex with Handshake Data Rate Up to 128kbps Connector Terminal Block 20 Broadata Technical Support 800 214 0222 BCI 250E 260E User s Manual Broadcast Quality Video Audio Data Transport System Physical Dimension H x W x D Standalone external power 2 x 4 36 x 8 75 Standalone internal power 1 72 x 17 03 x 12 0 Card cage Plug in Card 5 24 x 0 94 x 11 6 Power 12 VDC Q 1 5A Operating Temperature 0 to 50 C Humidity 0 to 95 RH Non condensing Status Indicators Power Optical Link Video Audio Data Activity Optical Fiber Type Multimode and Singlemode Number of Fibers 2 or 1 Wavelength 850 1310 and or 1550 nm Fiber Optic Connector ST Multimode FC Singlemode Typical Power Budget and Transmission Distance Typical Typical Application T Distance Distance 2 Miles 2 Multimode Fiber 8 1 0 6 Singlemode Fiber 14 30 19 Mul
12. ith Multimode 62 5 125 micron fiber or Singlemode 9 125 micron fiber Follow the ensuing instructions for installing and connecting the fiber optic links 1 Ensure the power is off before proceeding with the fiber optic cable installation 2 Priorto connecting the fiber optic cables remove and save the dust caps from the optical port of both the 250E 260E units and the user s device Clean the fiber optic connector and use a lint free cloth dampened with alcohol to thoroughly wipe the side and end of the ferrule Table 1 shows the connection mechanisms for both ST and FC connectors 3 Cross connect the fibers from one unit to the other connecting the near end 250E 260E unit s optical TX port to the far end 250E 260E unit s optical RX port as illustrated in Figure 2 7 Observe the type of connector you have and connect the optical connector by following the instructions and guidelines from the legend provided in Table 1 Broadata Technical Support 800 214 0222 250E 260E User s Manual Broadcast Quality Video Audio Data Transport System Connector Figure 2 7 Fiber Optic Connection Illustration FC Connector Description Hold the connector by the strain relief boot and insert the connector ferrule into the port Rotate the boot until the key engages in the slot of the coupling Push the connector housing forward until it can be turned clockwise to latch to the port Hold the connec
13. nical Support 800 214 0222 250E 260E User s Manual Broadcast Quality Video Audio Data Transport System 7 0 LIMITED WARRANTY Broadata Communications Inc warrants for a period of one year from date of shipment each product sold shall be free from defects in material and workmanship BCI will correct either by repair or at BCI s election by replacement any said products that in our sole discretion prove to be defective and are returned to the manufacturing location within 30 days after such defect is ascertained All warranties are limited to defects arising under normal use and do not include malfunctions or failure resulting from misuse abuse neglect alterations electrical power problems usage not in accordance with product instructions improper installation or damage determined by to have been caused by the Buyer or repair made by a third party Limited warranties granted on products are to the initial customer end user and are not transferable OUR LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY SHALL IN ANY CASE BE LIMITED TO THE INVOICE VALUE OF THE PRODUCT SOLD AND BCI SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO ANYONE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE USE OF ITS PRODUCTS OR THE SALE THEREOF We make NO WARRANTY AS TO THE MERCHANTABILITY OF ANY GOODS OR THAT THEY ARE FIT FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR END APPLICATION NOR DO WE MAKE ANY WARRANTY EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED OTHER THAN AS STATED ABOVE Broadata Techni
14. port System For electrical problems perform the following troubleshooting procedures 1 Ifthe POWER indicator is OFF check for the following a The line cord is plugged into the unit and your outlet has power b The 250E 260E unit is switched on 2 If the POWER indicator is ON but the Optical Link indicator is OFF check for the following a Make sure the appropriate Singlemode or Multimode fibers are being used b Fiber and fiber connectors are not broken Ensure that the optical loss does not exceed the specified optical power attenuation c For each unit the transmit TX fiber is connected to the other unit s receiver RX 3 Ifthe POWER indicator and Optical Link indicator are ON but the audio video channels are not operating then a Checkto see thatthe attached user equipment is turned on b Both ends of the link are connected to the corresponding equipment and to the same corresponding channel port c Cable connections at both the video audio channels are securely fastened to each connector Turn the power off then back on to reset the link d Output levels ofthe user s video and audio sources are not above the allowed input levels of the 250E 260E units Broadata Technical Support CustomerService Broadatacom com 19 BCI 250E 260E User s Manual Broadcast Quality Video Audio Data Transport System 5 0 SPECIFICATIONS Video Channel Capacity Signal Resolution Bandwidth V
15. rd and turn the switch on 1 If you have any problems or concerns regarding the installation make sure that you have taken the proper steps to ensure a proper power connection Otherwise feel free to contact us for any questions you may have 3 0 OPERATION After the installation procedure is completed the units are ready for operation To operate the BCI 250E 260E units simply apply power as indicated in the previous step Note that the following front panel link status indicator shown in Table 2 a and Table 2 b will be activated 16 Broadata Technical Support 800 214 0222 250E 260E User s Manual Broadcast Quality Video Audio Data Transport System 4 0 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 4 4 Maintenance There is no operator maintenance other then keeping the units clean However observe the following light indicators to make sure that the unit is working properly Power This RED LED indicates that the transmit PST module is properly powered This GREEN LED on the transmitter indicates that the unit transmits video to the user s equipment VID TX Module These GREEN LEDs indicate that the unit is receiving signals from the user s audio AUD 1 TX Module equipment These RED LEDs indicate that the audio signals from the user s audio equipment is saturated AUD 2 TX Module These GREEN LEDs indicate that data signals are transmitting from the user s data equipment Data TX Mo
16. rn 20 6 0 SERVICE PROCEDURE 22 6 1 REPLACEMENT POLICY 22 6 2 RETURN AND REPAIR SERVICE 22 7 0 LIMITED 23 4 Broadata Technical Support 800 214 0222 250E 260E User s Manual Broadcast Quality Video Audio Data Transport System 1 0 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION The 250E 260E Series is a high performance unidirectional bi directional transmission system capable of carrying simultaneous broadcast quality analog video audio and or data signals The standard single channel models 250E 260E will transport one channel of broadcast quality analog video two audio channels and or one serial data channel RS 232 RS 422 over multimode or singlemode fiber The 250E 260E has aloop though video monitoring port in the TX unit and has two output video ports in the RX units The video quality in the 250E 260E system meets 250C short haul specifications while its audio specifications exceed professional standards Many versions of optical transmitters and receivers can be used in the 250E 260E to address a different distance coverage The 250E 260E features a digital fiber optic transmission technology capable of providing sharper video and crisp audio high functional reliability and low operating cost with little or no maintenance The quality of the video
17. timode Long Distance 12 3 2 Singlemode Long Distance 19 60 37 1 These are typical values for the 250E 260E Series The actual values may vary 2 These are typical distance coverage figures The maximum distance coverage may be greater than these typical numbers depending on fiber type fiber bandwidth connector splicing losses chromatic dispersion environmental factors etc Broadata Technical Support CustomerService Broadatacom com 21 250E 260E User s Manual Broadcast Quality Video Audio Data Transport System 6 0 SERVICE PROCEDURE 6 1 Replacement Policy Standard products found defective on arrival DOA will be replaced based on availability Please call Customer Service at 800 214 0222 for information 6 2 Return Repair Service The 250E 260E System contains no user serviceable components If you have a problem with your unit please contact the Customer Service Department To facilitate our return repair processing please contact Broadata Communications Inc to obtain a Return Material Authorization RMA Please include the following information Product model number Serial Number Complete description of problem Hardware installation description Broadata Communications Inc 2545 West 237th Street Suite K Torrance CA 90505 1 800 214 0222 810 530 1416 810 530 5958 Facsimile e mail CustomerService Broadatacom com Website www broadatacom com 22 Broadata Tech
18. tor by the strain relief boot and insert the connector ferrule into the port Rotate the boot until the key engages in the slot of the coupling Push the connector housing forward and screw clockwise until it is tight Table 1 Fiber Optic Connector Legend Broadata Technical Support CustomerService Broadatacom com 15 250E 260E User s Manual Broadcast Quality Video Audio Data Transport System 2 4 AC Power Connection Congratulations You are now ready to power up the BCI 250E 260E and set up your network connection In order to make sure that you have a proper installation please observe the following 1 Your AC jack has power 2 Your electrical system has proper grounding this ensures that your power supply does not suffer from voltage variations 3 Power Surge Protection This is optional but highly recommended A UPS system provides voltage regularity as well as prevents spikes from occurring thus protecting your 250E 260E from sensitive voltage conditions The 250E 260E derives power from an internal power supply This power supply is a 95 240 VAC 50 60 Hz at 0 8A This power supply comes standard for the 250E 260E unless otherwise specified To provide power to the 250E 260E simply connect the power cord already provided with the units and connect it to the wall jack You will find one power cord per unit Once the power cord has been connected to the wall jack connect the other end of the co
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