F
orce
Optical Broadcast Systems
Optical A/B Switch
Model 5615
Optical A/B Switch
Provides an automatic fiber switching
function for redundant protection of
optical signal.
Two bi-color green/red LEDs allow for
quick assessment of optical power levels
and the optical trip threshold levels.
Additional flexibility via forced manual
channel selection.
Two displays and adjustment pots
provide viewing and adjustment of
the desired optical trip threshold and
actual fiber optical power levels.
1RU rack-mount enclosure with
UL Approved 100-240 Volts AC
power supply.
Model 5615 Optical A/B Switch
The Force Model 5615 Optical A/B Switch provides an automatic fiber switching function for redundant protection of
optical signals. Each fiber’s optical signal power level is monitored, as is an adjustable optical trip threshold for each
channel. If the primary fiber’s optical signal power level falls below the desired optical trip threshold, the unit
automatically switches to the secondary fiber, thus eliminating the need for intervention of a system operator. Returning
to the primary fiber is automatic when the signal on fiber 1 is restored. The disabled path selection switch in auto mode
prevents path 2 from being set at the primary fiber. Additional flexibility is added via forced manual channel selection. This
feature expands the functionality of the redundant unit. For example, the user could not provide unique signals to each
channel and switch between each as desired. The Model 5615 adds stability to many system applications, such as WDM
networks, high-speed communications, and long-haul telecommunications.
RF In
RF In
CATV
Tx 1
CATV
Tx 8
Model 2925
8 Ch. DWDM
MUX
Model 2925
8 Ch. DWDM
DMUX
Fiber Out
Fiber 1 In
Fiber 2 In
Model
5615
Optical
A/B Switch
CATV
Rx 1
CATV
Rx 8
RF Out
RF Out
Transmit End
Model
1188
Optical
Splitter/Coupler
Receive End
Optical Switching in a Multichannel CATV Transport System
825 Park Street, Christiansburg, VA 24073 • USA (800) 732-5252 • TEL (540) 382-0462 • FAX (540) 381-0392 •csr-sales@forceinc.com • www.forceinc.com
© 2005 by Force, Incorporated. Force, Incorporated reserves the right to make changes to the product described in this document in the interest of product improvement. All rights reserved.
Specifications and Ordering Information
Optical Characteristics*
Electrical Characteristics*
Operating Wavelength
Optical Input Range
Optical Insertion Loss
Optical Trip Threshold/
Meter Range
Optical Switch Speed
Backreflection Tolerance
Min
1200
Typ
Max
1610
+20
2.0
+20
15
-50
Units
nm
dBm
dB
dBm
ms
dB
Power Supply Voltage
Power Supply Frequency
Fuse Type
Min
Typ
Max
100
240
50
60
1.25 Amp, Slo-Blo
Units
VAC
Hz
-35
Environmental and Physical Characteristics
Min
Operating Temp. Range
+10
Storage Temp. Range
-40
Humidity (RH, non-condensing) 5
Weight
Dimensions
Typ
Max
+40
+80
90
Units
°C
°C
%
lbs.
kg
in.
mm
6
2.2
19.0 x 14.2 x 1.72
483 x 361 x 44
Model 5615 Front View
and Rear View
Optical A/B Switch P/N*
Optical A/B Switch Options
Single-mode, 1310 nm/1550 nm
SC/APC Connector
5615S-SFSP
FC/APC Connector
5615S-SFAP
*See IOM5615 for complete operating specifications.
Rev. 4.1 03/11/05
F
orce
Optical Broadcast Systems
825 Park Street, Christiansburg, VA 24073
USA (800) 732-5252 • TEL (540) 382-0462 • FAX (540) 381-0392
csr-sales@forceinc.com • www.forceinc.com
© 2005 by Force, Incorporated. Force, Incorporated reserves the right to make changes to the product described in this document in the interest of product improvement. All rights reserved.