Grass Valley Telecast Fiber Solutions - Manual (Page 9)

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Fiber Optic Deployment
User Guide
Running the Fiber Cable
Do the following when running your Fiber Cable:
1 Make sure that both ends of the Fiber Cable are securely capped to prevent dirt and
damage. ANY dirt in the connector can adversely affect Fiber Optical performance and
potentially cause you to lose the use of your camera while the problem is being
diagnosed and remedied.
2 If the cable run is long, or if you lose sight of the spooling-out cable reel, make sure you
have appropriate assistance in running out the cable. When retrieving the cable, it is
critical that you receive assistance to prevent the cable end from being caught or
tangled up. Don’t start reeling in the cable on your own and assume the Connector end
will make it back to home base safely.
3 When unspooling the cable, ALWAYS make sure the stationary end is securely
contained within the reel (a loose connector can bang around and be damaged).
NEVER connect the stationary end of the Fiber Cable to the local equipment and then
start unspooling the Fiber Cable. Severe damage to the cable could occur due to
extreme spiraling of the connected portion of the cable.
Place the stationary
cable connector inside
the center of the reel prior
to unspooling the cable.
Fig. 2-1: Fiber Cable Reel
4 Prior to connecting the Fiber Connectors to the equipment, inspect both the Input and
Output Connectors.
If required, clean with dry compressed air or with technical wipes that have been
moistened with isopropyl alcohol. Fingerprints or other dirt on the optical connector
end surfaces will reduce the optical signal level on the fiber. If the connectors have
been properly capped during storage and movement, you will not likely have a
problem. However, if a connector has been dropped or dragged through dirt or
exposed to dust, you should cleanthe connector immediately.
5 Once the Fiber Cable has been connected, it is time to secure the Fiber Cable run. Make
sure there are no cable hazards in the run. Secure the cable with Cable Guards and/or
Gaffers tape to insure safety.
6 Now the system can be powered on. Plugging in Fiber Cable connectors with the
power on will not damage the system, but is not recommended because of the chance
of possible damaging your eyes.
7 When re-spooling the Fiber Cable, guide it across the entire width of the spool so that it
winds evenly,reducing the possibility of cinching or kinks.