Technical Handbook

Alcatel 1664SM
2.5 Gbit/s Add–Drop Multiplexer

1664SM REL.3.1

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955.100.532 D Ed.04 3AL 36663 AAAA Ed.04
 1664SM REL.3.1 TECHNICAL HANDBOOK
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

LIST OF FIGURES AND TABLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

HANDBOOK GUIDE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

1 HANDBOOK STRUCTURE AND CONFIGURATION CHECK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

1.1 General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
1.2 Handbook applicability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
1.3 Product-release handbooks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
1.4 Handbook Structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
1.5 Handbook Configuration Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
1.5.1 List of the editions and modified parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
1.5.2 Notes on Ed.01 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
1.5.3 Notes on Ed.02 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
1.5.4 Notes on Ed.03 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
1.5.5 Notes on Ed.04 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

2 COMPLIANCE WITH EUROPEAN NORMS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

2.1 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
2.2 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

3 SAFETY NORMS AND LABELS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

3.1 First aid for electric shock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
3.2 Safety Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3.2.1 General Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3.2.2 Labels Indicating Danger, Forbiddance, Command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
3.2.3 Dangerous Electrical Voltages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
3.2.4 Harmful Optical Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
3.2.5 Risks of Explosions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
3.2.6 Moving Mechanical Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
3.2.7 Heat–radiating Mechanical Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
3.2.8 Specific safety rules in this handbook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

4 OTHER NORMS AND LABELS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

4.1 Electromagnetic Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
4.1.1 General Norms – Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
4.1.2 General Norms – Turn–on, Tests & Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

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 4.1.3 General Norms – Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
4.2 Electrostatic Dischargers (ESD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
4.3 Suggestions, notes and cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
4.4 Labels affixed to the Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

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5 LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

6 GENERAL ON ALCATEL CUSTOMER DOCUMENTATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

6.1 Products, product-releases, versions and Customer Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
6.2 Handbook supply to Customers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
6.3 Aims of standard Customer Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
6.4 Handbook Updating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
6.4.1 Changes introduced in the same product-release (same handbook P/N) . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
6.4.2 Changes due to a new product-release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
6.5 Customer documentation supply on CD–ROM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
6.5.1 Contents, creation and production of a CD–ROM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
6.5.2 Use of the CD–ROM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
6.5.3 CD–ROM identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
6.5.4 CD–ROM updating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

DESCRIPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

1 GENERAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
1.1 Introduction to the Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
1.2 Insertion of the Equipment into the Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
1.2.1 Equipment Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
1.2.2 Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

2 PHYSICAL CONFIGURATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
2.1 Equipment front view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
2.2 Equipment parts list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
2.3 Layout of connection points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
2.4 Units front view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

3 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
3.1 General description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
3.1.1 STM–16 Aggregate sub–system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
3.1.2 Connection sub–system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
3.1.3 Tributary Sub–system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
3.1.4 Protections Sub–system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
3.1.5 Synchronizing sub–system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
3.1.6 Auxiliary and Overhead Sub–system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
3.1.7 Control sub–system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
3.1.8 Power Supply Sub–system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
3.1.9 SDH Frames Structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
3.2 Units description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
3.2.1 140/155 Mb/s Electrical Bitributary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
3.2.2 STM–1 Optical Bitributary unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
3.2.3 STM–4 Optical Tributary unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
3.2.4 STM–16 Aggregate unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
3.2.5 BOOSTER Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
3.2.6 AUX/EOW WIDE NETWORK Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
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3.2.7 Clock Reference Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178

3.2.8 Equipment Controller SMEC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
3.2.9 ANDOR/3 subunit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189

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 3.2.10 AUI–B2 ADAPTER/2 subunit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
3.2.11 AUI–BT ADAPTER subunit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
3.2.12 Futurebus Termination sub–unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
3.2.13 N+1 Switch Unit 34/140 Mbit/s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
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3.2.14 Power Supply unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199

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4 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201

4.1 General characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
4.1.1 Electrical and optical safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204
4.2 Units characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
4.2.1 STM–16 Aggregate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
4.2.2 Booster (Optical Fiber Amplifier) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
4.2.3 Example of a link specification using 1664 SM with L–16.2 JE2 Aggregate and a 15 dBm
Booster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211
4.2.4 Example of a link specification using 1664 SM with L–16.2 JE3 Aggregate , a 15 dBm
Booster and a Preamplifier unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212
4.2.5 Clock Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213
4.2.6 140/STM1 Electrical Switch Tributary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213
4.2.7 STM–1 Optical Tributary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214
4.2.8 STM–4 Optical Tributary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216
4.2.9 AUX/EOW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
4.3 Power supply characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220
4.4 Alarms characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221
4.5 Mechanical characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222
4.6 Environmental conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223
4.6.2 Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
4.6.3 Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229

INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233

5 INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235
5.1 Unpacking and warehousing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
5.1.1 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
5.1.2 Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
5.1.3 Warehousing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
5.2 Mechanical installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238
5.2.1 Subrack insertion into the rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238
5.2.2 Mounting the ”complete air deflector”. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241
5.2.3 Mounting the union duct for the fiber–guide duct . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
5.2.4 Mechanical Structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243
5.3 Electrical and optical installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244
5.3.1 Protection ground connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
5.3.2 Electrical Bitributary connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255
5.3.3 64 Kbit/s & V11 Auxiliary Channels Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257
5.3.4 2 Mbit/s Auxiliary channels connections – Analog AUX/EOW extension . . . . . . . . . . . . 258
5.3.5 Synchronism Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259
5.3.6 Q3 Interface Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261
5.3.7 Q2 Interface Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
5.3.8 I/O Interface Connections (HouseKeeping contacts) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263
5.3.9 Remote alarms connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
5.3.10 RM Interface Connections (Rack lamps) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
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5.3.11 Optical Connections for Tributary and Aggregate without Booster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269
5.3.12 Optical Connections with Booster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271
5.3.13 Power Supply connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273

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6.1 General safety rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277
6.2 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278
6.3 Setting options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279
6.4 Instruments and accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280
6.5 Local checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281
6.5.1 Check on Protection Ground Connections and Optical Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281
6.5.2 Power supply checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281
6.5.3 Lamp Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281
6.5.4 Aggregate & Booster, Tx optical power check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282
6.5.5 Multi–demultiplexing check and AIS forwarding, in case of electrical Tributaries . . . . . 284
6.5.6 Multi–demultiplexing check and AIS forwarding, in case of STM1 0ptical Tributaries . 286
6.5.7 Multi–demultiplexing check and AIS forwarding, in case of STM4 0ptical Tributaries . 288
6.5.8 Aggregate, check on the receiver sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290
6.5.9 Check on the efficiency of the optical protection (ALS) for Aggregate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292
6.5.10 Check on the efficiency of the Booster optical protection (Shut Down) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294
6.5.11 STM–1 optical Tributary, Tx optical power check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296
6.5.12 STM1 Optical tributary, check on receiver sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298
6.5.13 STM1 Optical tributary, check on ALS functionality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300
6.5.14 STM–4 optical Tributary, Tx optical power check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302
6.5.15 STM4 Optical tributary, check on receiver sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304
6.5.16 STM4 Optical tributary, check on ALS functionality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306
6.5.17 Check on the 64 Kbit/s auxiliary channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308
6.5.18 Check on the V11 auxiliary channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310
6.5.19 1+1 MS Linear trail protection check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312
6.5.20 Electrical Tributary EPS Protection Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314
6.5.21 CRU’s EPS Protection check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316
6.5.22 Check on External free running synchronism . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316
6.5.23 Remote Alarms check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 318
6.6 Check on the link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320
6.6.1 Multi–demultiplexing check on the link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320
6.6.2 Transit (pass–through) check on the link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322
6.6.3 Ring protection check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324
6.6.4 Check on the EOW channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324
6.7 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 326
6.7.1 Engineering Order Wire channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327
6.7.2 Download of the equipment software release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 328
6.7.3 Craft terminal–managed equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 328

MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 329

7 MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331
7.1 General safety rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331
7.2 Maintenance aspects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332
7.3 Instruments and accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332
7.4 Routine maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 333
7.4.1 Routine Maintenance every year . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 333
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7.5 Corrective maintenance (trouble/shooting) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 333

7.6 Set of spare parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334
7.6.1 Suggested Spare Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334
7.6.2 General rules on spare parts management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334

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7.7 Repair form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334

APPENDICES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 337
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APPENDIX A – GEMINI NETWORK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339

HARDWARE SETTING DOCUMENTATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343

UNITS DOCUMENTATION LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345

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 LIST OF FIGURES AND TABLES

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Figure 1. Labels for units with stiffening bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

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Figure 2. Labels for units without stiffening bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Figure 3. Labels for units with heat–sink. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Figure 4. Labels for units with optical interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Figure 5. Labels for units with no speces on the front cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Figure 6. Subrack labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Figure 7. Modules’ labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Figure 8. Label identifying label on catalogue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Figure 9. Label specifying serial No. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Figure 10. ETSI mapping for 140 Mb/s tributary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Figure 11. SDH network structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Figure 12. ALCATEL Synchronous System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Figure 13. Terminal multiplexer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Figure 14. Add/Drop Multiplexer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Figure 15. ”HUB” STM–1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Figure 16. Regenerator–like . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Figure 17. Point–to–point links . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Figure 18. Linear drop–insert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Figure 19. WDM applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Figure 20. Ring structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Figure 21. Unidirectional broadcasting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Figure 22. Front view of the 1664 SM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Figure 23. Connection Points on the wiring access front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Figure 24. Access points : STM–16 Aggregates and Booster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Figure 25. Tributaries and Switch Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Figure 26. Access points: CRU and AUX–EOW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Figure 27. Access points: Power Supply and Equipment Controller SMEC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Figure 28. Front view of STM1 Optical Bitributary unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Figure 29. Front view of STM4 Optical Tributary Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Figure 30. General Block diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Figure 31. Block diagram of Tributary, Aggregate and Booster units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Figure 32. Booster configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Figure 33. Cross–Connection sub–system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Figure 34. 1 + N Connections, 140 Mbit/s / 155 Mbit/s electrical bitributary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Figure 35. Tributary EPS operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Figure 36. 1+1 MS Linear Trail Protection (single ended) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Figure 37. Linear 1+1 single ended protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Figure 38. Linear 1+1 dual ended protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Figure 39. Typical ring network with SNCP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Figure 40. Drop and Continue D/C W INS W . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Figure 41. Drop and Continue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Figure 42. Drop and Continue – 1st failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Figure 43. Drop and Continue – 2nd failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Figure 44. 2F MS SPRING Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Figure 45. Effect of a BRIDGE EAST operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Figure 46. Effect of SWITCH WEST operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Figure 47. Line break recovering operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
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Figure 48. 2F MS–SPRING example of operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120

Figure 49. Squelching on isolated Node connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Figure 50. MS SPRING Drop and Continue, Insert Continues (protected) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

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 Figure 51. 4F–MSSPRING. Full capacity NPE (example) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Figure 52. 4F–MSSPRING. Example of routing in case of failures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Figure 53. Synchronizing sub–system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Figure 54. Auxiliaries/Overheads block diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
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Figure 55. Controller subsystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131

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Figure 56. 1664 SM general management architecture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133

Figure 57. Connection Mode for TMN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Figure 58. VC–4 Structure and POH byte contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Figure 59. STM–1 structure and SOH byte contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Figure 60. SOH structure of STM–4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Figure 61. STM–4 structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Figure 62. SOH structure of STM–16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Figure 63. STM–16 structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Figure 64. Block diagram: 140/STM–1 Switch tributary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Figure 65. Block diagram of STM–1 Optical Bitributary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Figure 66. Block diagram of STM–4 Optical Bitributary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Figure 67. Block diagram: STM–16 Aggregate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Figure 68. Block diagram: Booster unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
Figure 69. Block diagram: AUX/EOW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Figure 70. Block diagram: Clock Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
Figure 71. Block diagram: Equipment Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Figure 72. Block diagram: ANDOR/3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
Figure 73. Block diagram: AUI–B2 ADAPTER/2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
Figure 74. Block diagram: AUI–BT ADAPTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Figure 75. Block diagram: Futurebus Termination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Figure 76. 140 Mbit/s Switch Module block diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
Figure 77. Block diagram: switch unit 34/140 Mbit/s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
Figure 78. Block diagram: Power Supply unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200
Figure 79. Climatogram for Class 3.2: partly temperature controlled locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224
Figure 80. Climatogram for Class 3.1: Temperature–controlled locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225
Figure 81. Climatogram for Class 1.2: not temperature controlled storage location . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228
Figure 82. Subrack insertion into the rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239
Figure 83. Subrack insertion into Optinex rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
Figure 84. Mounting the ”complete air deflector”. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241
Figure 85. Mounting the union duct for the fiber–guide duct . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
Figure 86. Mechanical structure of the subrack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243
Figure 87. Connection points for installation (STM1 Bitributary) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246
Figure 88. Connection points for installation (STM4 Tributary) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
Figure 89. Protection Ground for N3–LC rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
Figure 90. Electrical Bitributary connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256
Figure 91. 64 Kbit/s and V11 auxiliary channels connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257
Figure 92. EOW extension connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258
Figure 93. Synchronism Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260
Figure 94. Q3 Interface connections with AUI–B2 ADAPTER/2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261
Figure 95. Q3 Interface connections with AUI–BT ADAPTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
Figure 96. Housekeeping Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
Figure 97. Housekeeping Connections for ”umbilical link for SEA–ME–WE3” application . . . . . . . . 265
Figure 98. Remote alarms connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267
Figure 99. RM Interface connections (Rack Lamp) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
Figure 100. Optical connections for Tributary and Aggregate without Booster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
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Figure 102. Power supply connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273
Figure 103. Aggregate & Booster, Tx optical power check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 283
Figure 104. Test on Multi–demultiplexing and AIS for electrical tributaries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285

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Figure 106. Test on Multi–demultiplexing and AIS for STM4 optical tributaries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289
Figure 107. Receiver sensitivity check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291
Figure 108. Aggregate ALS functionality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293

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Figure 109. Booster optical protection (LASER SHUT DOWN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295

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Figure 110. STM–1 optical Tributary, Tx optical power check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297
Figure 111. Test on receiver sensitivity for STM1 optical tributaries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299
Figure 112. Test on ALS functionality for STM1 optical tributaries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301
Figure 113. STM–4 optical Tributary, Tx optical power check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303
Figure 114. Test on receiver sensitivity for STM4 optical tributaries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305
Figure 115. Test on ALS functionality for STM4 optical tributaries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 307
Figure 116. 64 Kbit/s auxiliary channels check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309
Figure 117. V11 auxiliary channels check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 311
Figure 118. 1+1 MS Linear Trail Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 313
Figure 119. Test on 140/STM1 trib. N+1 EPS protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315
Figure 120. Test on CRU EPS protection and external free running synchronism . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317
Figure 121. Test on remote alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319
Figure 122. Multi–demultiplexing tests on the link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321
Figure 123. ”Transit” check on the link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323
Figure 124. Check on a ring–connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325
Figure 125. Repair form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335

TABLES
Table 1. Handbooks related to the product’s hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Table 2. Handbooks related to the management software / local product control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Table 3. Documentation on CD–ROM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Table 4. Handbook Configuration check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Table 5. IEC 950 –Table 16: Overtemperature limits, Part 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Table 6. Label references . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Table 7. List of Abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Table 8. Main parts list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Table 9. Accessories list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Table 10. Parts list: explanatory notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Table 11. AUI signals towards Equipment Controller. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Table 12. AUI–BT external connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
Table 13. Parameters specified for STM–16 Optical Interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
Table 14. Parameters specified for STM–16 Optical Interfaces JE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
Table 15. Parameters specified for STM–16 Optical Interfaces for WDM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
Table 16. Booster parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
Table 17. Parameters specified for STM–1 Optical Interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
Table 18. Parameters specified for STM–4 Optical Interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
Table 19. Transportation climatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
Table 20. Numbering, functions and paragraphs referred to the Connection Points . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
Table 21. Parts making up the Installation set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249
Table 22. Suggested cabling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
Table 23. Instruments and Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280
Table 24. Remote Alarms activation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 318
Table 25. Parameters specified for Aggregate TX L–16.2 RX WM6K FC/PC and
AGG.TXL16.2–RXWM6K–ENH.FC/PC Optical Interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 340
Table 26. Example of correspondence between CS and ’suffix + ICS’ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345
Table 27. Hardware presetting documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 348
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 1 HANDBOOK STRUCTURE AND CONFIGURATION CHECK

1.1 General information

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WARNING

ALCATEL makes no warranty of any kind with regards to this manual, and specifically disclaims the
implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. ALCATEL will not be liable
for errors contained herein or for damages, whether direct, indirect, consequential, incidental, or
special, in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this material.

NOTICE

The product specification and/or performance levels contained in this document are for information
purposes only and are subject to change without notice. They do not represent any obligation on the
part of ALCATEL.

COPYRIGHT NOTIFICATION

The technical information of this manual is the property of ALCATEL and must not be copied,
reproduced or disclosed to a third party without written consent.

1.2 Handbook applicability

This handbook applies to the following product-releases:

PRODUCT ANV P/N FACTORY P/N

1664SM 3AL 34709 AAAA 521.200.300

PRODUCT RELEASE VERSION ANV P/N FACTORY P/N

1664SM 3.1 C1 on 3AL 35947 AAAA 521.556.600
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The standard Customer Documentation in the English language for the equipment whose
product-release-version is stated in para.1.2 on page 11 consists of the following handbooks:

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Table 1. Handbooks related to the product’s hardware

FACTORY THIS
REF HANDBOOK ANV Part No.
Part No. HDBK

1664SM Rel 3.1

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Technical Handbook

Table 2. Handbooks related to the management software / local product control

FACTORY THIS
REF HANDBOOK ANV Part No.
Part No. HDBK

1664SM Rel 3.1

[2] 3AL 36664 AAAA 957.120.752 N
Operator’s Handbook

Table 3. Documentation on CD–ROM

See para.6.5 on page 51

REF CD–ROM TITLE ANV Part No. FACTORY Part No.

1664SM Rel.3.1 CD–ROM–DOC EN 3AL 37779 AAAA 417.100.012

[3]
Contains, in electronic format, the following handbooks: REF.[1] to [2]
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 1.4 Handbook Structure

This handbook has been edited according to the suggestions given by the ”Code of Practice” for Instruction
Handbooks issued by the European Broadcasting Union (EBU RACC. R29/82).
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This handbook is divided into the following main topics as described in the table of contents:

HANDBOOK GUIDE : It contains general information on safety norms, EMC and type
of labels that might be affixed to the equipment.

DESCRIPTION : It contains all the equipment’s general and detailed system

features including its application in the telecommunication
network. Furthermore, it supplies the equipment description and
specifications (i.e., system, mechanical,electrical and/or
optical).

INSTALLATION : It contains all the information (mechanical, electrical and/or

optical) needed to install the equipment

TURN– ON, TESTS AND It contains information covering presettings and turn–on
OPERATION : procedures as well as guiding measurements related to checks
(to ensure correct operation) and operational changes (*)

MAINTENANCE : It contains all the details for periodic checks, fault location and
repair procedures and restoral to normal operation through the
withdrawal of faulty units and their replacement with spares (*)

APPENDICES : Section included (but not necessarily utilized) to describe

eventual alternative unit.

HARDWARE SETTING It encloses the list of documents related to unit hardware setting
DOCUMENTATION : operations, if envisaged.

ANNEXES : Section envisaged (but not necessarily included) containing

additional documentation or general information on other topics
not inherent to the chapters making up the handbook.

(*) If the equipment is software integrated and man–machine interfaced (through a PCD, PC,
Work Station or other external processing/displaying system) the turn–on, operation and
maintenance carried out with such system is described in theOperator’s Handbook (see
para.1.3 on page 11)
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 1.5 Handbook Configuration Check

1.5.1 List of the editions and modified parts

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The following table indicates the handbook parts new and modified with respect to the previous edition.

Legenda

n = new part
m = modified part

Table 4. Handbook Configuration check

ISSUE 01 02 03 04 05 06
DESCRIPTIONS n
1. GENERAL n
2. PHYSICAL CONFIGURATION n m
3. FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION n
4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS n m m
INSTALLATION n
5. INSTALLATION n m
TURN–ON, TEST AND OPERATION n
6. TURN–ON, TEST AND OPERATION n
MAINTENANCE n
7. MAINTENANCE n m
APPENDICES n
APPENDIX A m m
HARDWARE SETTING DOCUMENTATION n
Units documentation list n m m

Note: the edition of the enclosed documents (sections HARDWARE SETTING DOCUMENTATION
and ANNEXES) is not subjected to configuration check.
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 1.5.2 Notes on Ed.01

Ed.01 created on May 20, 1999 is the first validated and officially released issue.
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1.5.3 Notes on Ed.02

Ed.02 created on May 9, 2000 is the second validated and officially released issue.
It contains Hardware Setting Documentation updating.

1.5.4 Notes on Ed.03

Ed.03 created on October 16, 2000 is the third validated and officially released version of the handbook.
Changes are relevant to the insertion of the “optinex rack installation kit”, to the technical characteristics
updating, to instructions for safety as well the improving of the documentation information.
Revision bars point out changes from Ed.02 to Ed.03.

1.5.5 Notes on Ed.04

Ed.0 created on September, 2001 is the fourth validated and officially released version of the handbook.
The Technical specifications and the Hardware setting documentation have been corrected.
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 2 COMPLIANCE WITH EUROPEAN NORMS.

2.1 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)

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The CE markings printed on the product denote compliancy with the following Directives:

• 89/336/EEC of May 3rd, 1989 (EMC directives), amended:

– by the 92/31/EEC Directive issued on April 28th, 1992

– by the 93/68/EEC Directive issued on July 22nd, 1993

Compliancy to EMC Norms is declared in that the equipment satisfies standardized Norms :

• Issue requisites : EN 55022 ”Limits and methods and measurement of radio disturbance
characteristics of information technology equipment” , August 1994 edition.
Compliancy Class : A

• Immunity requisites : EN 50082–1 ” Electromagnetic compatibility–Generic immunity standard,

Part 1 : Residential, commercial and light industry” , January 1992 edition

The equipment operates in the following environment :

Telecommunication center

WARNING

This is a class A product. In domestic, residential and light industry environments, this product may
cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

2.2 Safety

The product is in compliance with the following Directives:

• 92/59/EEC Directive issued on June 29th, 1992

Compliancy to Safety Norms is declared in that the equipment satisfies standardized Norms :

• IEC 60950 (1991) +A1 +A2 +A3 +A4

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 3 SAFETY NORMS AND LABELS

3.1 First aid for electric shock

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Do not touch the patient with bare hands until the circuit has been opened.

Open the circuit by switching off the line switches. If that is not possible,protect yourself with dry material
and free the patient from the conductor.

ARTIFICIAL RESPIRATION

It is important to start mouth to mouth resuscitation at once and seek medical help immediately.

TREATMENT OF BURNS

This treatment should be used after the patient has regained consciousness. It can also be employed while
the artificial respiration is being applied (in this case there should be at least two persons present).

WARNING:

• Do not attempt to remove his clothing from the burnt parts;

• Apply dry gauze on the burns;

• Do not apply ointments or other oily substances.

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 Mouth to mouth resuscitation method

Lay the patient supine with his arms parallel with the body, if the patient is laying

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

on an inclined plane, make sure that his stomach is slightly lower than his chest.

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1
Open the patient’s mouth and check that there are no extraneous bodies in his
mouth (dentures, chewing–gum etc.),

Kneel beside the patient level with his head. Put

a hand under the patient’s head and one under
2
his neck (see fig.) Lift the patient’s head and let
it recline backwards as far as possible

Shift the hand from the patient’s neck to is chin:

place your thumb between his chin and his
mouth, the index along his jawbone, and keep the
3 other fingers closed together (see fig.). While
performing these operations take a good supply
of oxygen by taking deep breaths with your
mouth open.

With your thumb between the patient’s chin and

4 mouth keep his lips together and blow into his
nasal cavities (see fig.)

While performing these operations observe if the

patient’s chest rises (see fig.) If not it is possible
that his nose is blocked: in that case open the
patient’s mouth as much as possible by pressing
on his chin with your hand, place your lips around
5 his mouth and blow into his oral cavity. Observe
if the patient’s chest heaves. This second
method can be used instead of the first even
when the patient’s nose is kept closed by
pressing the nostrils together using the hand you
were holding his head with. The patient’s head
must be kept sloping backwards as much as
possible.

6 Start with ten rapid expirations, hence continue at a rate of twelve/fifteen

expirations per minute. Go on like this until the patient has regained
consciousness, or until a doctor has ascertained his death.
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 3.2 Safety Rules

3.2.1 General Rules

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• Before carrying out any installation, turn–on, tests & operation and maintenance operations
carefully read the Technical Handbook, in particular chapters:

– Installation

– Turn–on, Tests & Operation

– Maintenance

• Observe safety rules

– When equipment is operating nobody is allowed to have access inside on the equipment
parts which are protected with Cover Plate Shields removable with tools

– In case of absolute need to have access inside, on the equipment parts when it is operating
this is allowed exclusively to service personnel, where for Service Personnel or Technical
assistance is meant :

”personnel which has adequate Technical Knowledge and experience necessary to be

aware of the danger that he might find in carrying out an operation and of the necessary
measurements to reduce danger to minimum for him and for others”.

The Service Personnel can only replace the faulty units with spare parts.
The Service Personnel is not allowed to repair: hence the access to the parts no specified
is not permitted.

The keys and/or the tools used to open doors, hinged covers to remove parts which give
access to compartments in which are present high dangerous voltages must belong
exclusively to the service personnel.

– For the eventual cleaning of the external parts of the equipment, absolutely do not use any
inflammable substance or substances which in some way may alter the markings,
inscriptions ect.

– It is recommended to use a slightly wet cleaning cloth.

• The Safety Rules stated in the handbook describe the operations and/or precautions to observe
to safeguard service personnel during the working phases and to guarantee equipment safety,
i.e., not exposing persons, animals, things to the risk of being injured/damaged.

• Whenever the safety protection features have been impaired, REMOVE POWER.
To cut off power proceed to switch off the power supply units as well as cut off power station
upstream (rack or station distribution frame).

• The safety rules described at the beginning of the handbook are distinguished by the following
symbol and statement:
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 3.2.2 Labels Indicating Danger, Forbiddance, Command

It is of utmost importance to follow the instructions printed on the labels affixed to the units and assemblies.

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

The labels are fully compliant with International Norms ISO 3846–1984. The symbols or statements are

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enclosed in geometric shapes: ISO 3864–1984.

CONTAINS A SYMBOL STATEMENT

INDICATES FORBIDDANCE (WHITE BACKGROUND
WHIT RED RIM–BLACK SYMBOL OR STATEMENT)
IT IS A COMMAND (BLUE BACKGROUND–WHITE
SYMBOL OR STATEMENT).

CONTAINS A SYMBOL
INDICATES WARNING OR DANGER (YELLOW
BACKGROUND–BLACK SYMBOL AND RIM)

CONTAINS A STATEMENT PROVIDING INFORMATION

OR INSTRUCTION.
(YELLOW BACKGROUND–BLACK STATEMENT AND RIM)

The labels have been affixed to indicate a dangerous condition. They may contain any standard–known
symbol or any statement necessary to safeguard users and service personnel against the most common
ones, specifically:

• dangerous electrical voltages

• harmful optical signals

• risk of explosion

• moving mechanical parts

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present on Alcatel equipment, but are not all necessarily present on the equipment this
handbook refers to.
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3.2.3 Dangerous Electrical Voltages

3.2.3.1 Labelling

The following warning label is affixed next to dangerous voltages (>42.4 Vp; >60 Vdc).

If it is a Class 1 equipment connected to mains, then the label associated to it will state that the equipment
will have to be grounded before connecting it to the power supply voltage, e.g.:

WARNING !
Ground protect the equipment before
connecting it to manins
Make sure that power has been cut off
before disconnecting ground protection.

3.2.3.2 Electrical safety: general rules

DANGER! Possibility of personal injury: carefully observe the specific

procedures for installation / turn–up and commissioning / maintenance of equipment parts where a.c. or
d.c. power is present, described in the relevant installation / turn–up and commissioning / maintenance
documents and the following general rules:

a) Personal injury can be caused by –48 V dc (or by 220 V ac if envisaged in the equipment). Avoid
touching powered terminals with any exposed part of your body.

b) Short circuiting, low-voltage, low-impedance, dc circuits can cause severe arcing that can result in
burns and/or eye damage. Remove rings, watches, and other metal jewelry before working with
primary circuits. Exercise caution to avoid shorting power input terminals.

3.2.3.3 Electrical safety: equipment specific data

Refer to para.4.1.1 on page 204.

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3.2.4.1 Labelling

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

If the assembly or unit is fitted with a LASER, the labels must comply with the IEC 825–1–1993

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International Norms.

The symbol indicates the presence of a LASER beam. Danger level is stated within a rectangular label:

If the LASER is a class 1 product, the label depicting the symbol within a triangle is not compulsory.

The rectangular shaped label bears all the information needed, i.e.:

• LASER class

• Power emitted

• Wave length

• Ref. Norm

• Precautionary measures taken depend on LASER class

• Indications given on openings, panels and safety interlockers

LASER RADIATION
CAUTION DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM OR VIEW
LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM OR VIEW CLASS 3A LASER PRODUCT
DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS P.MAX=31m...... =1300mm. IEC 825 1993
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 3.2.4.2 Optical safety: general rules

On handling optical equipments or units or cables always check that laser labels are properly affixed and
that the system complies with applicable optical standards.
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DANGER! Possibility of eyes damage: invisible infrared radiations emitted by

the fiber optic transmitters can cause eyes damages. Carefully observe the specific procedures for
installation / turn–up and commissioning / maintenance of units containing laser devices or cables
transporting optical signals, described in the relevant installation / turn–up and commissioning /
maintenance documents and the following general rules:

a) Laser radiation is not visible by the naked eye or with laser safety glasses. Although it cannot be seen,
laser radiation may be present.

b) Never look directly into an unterminated fiber optic connector or into a broken optical fiber cable,
unless it is absolutely known that no laser radiation is present.

c) Never look at an optical fiber splice, cable or connector, unless it is absolutely known that no laser
radiation is present.

d) All optical connectors, terminating either fibers and transmitters/receivers, are provided with
protective covers that must always be used, as soon as possible, when any optical link is
disconnected for installation/test/maintenance purposes or whatever operation.

e) Never look directly into an unterminated fiber optic connector or into a broken optical fiber cable by
means of magnifiers/microscopes, unless it is absolutely known that no laser radiation is present. A
magnifier/microscope greatly increases the damage hazard to the eyes.

f) Never point an unterminated optical fiber splice, cable or connector to other persons, unless it is
absolutely known that no laser radiation is present.

g) Always remove electrical power from near and far optical transmitters before disconnecting optical
links between the transmitter and the receiver.

h) Wearing of laser safety goggles or eyes shields is recommended for every person working on optical
devices, whenever the above listed rules cannot be followed.

3.2.4.3 Optical safety: equipment specific data

Refer to para.4.1.1 on page 204.

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 3.2.5 Risks of Explosions

3.2.5.1 Labelling and safety instructions

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

This risk is present when batteries are used, and it is signalled by the following label:

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Therefore, slits or apertures are made to let air circulate freely and allow dangerous gasses to downflow
(battery–emitted hydrogen). A 417–IEC–5641 Norm. compliant label is affixed next to it indicating that the
openings must not be covered up.

3.2.6 Moving Mechanical Parts

3.2.6.1 Labelling and safety instructions

The following warning label is affixed next to fans or other moving mechanical parts:

Before carrying out any maintenance operation see that all the moving mechanical parts have been
stopped.
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 3.2.7 Heat–radiating Mechanical Parts

The presence of heat–radiating mechanical parts is indicated by the following warning label in compliancy
with IEC 417 Norm, Fig.5041:
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As stated by IEC 950 Norm., para.1.4.7 the touchable mechanical parts are those whose temperature T
exceeds the limits established by the following formula (temperatures in °C ):

(T–Tamb)
(DTmax + 25° – Tmra)

where:

T Temperature of the mechanical part measured at ambient temperature Tamb.

Tamb Ambient temperature during the test.
DTmax Value defined by IEC 950 Norm, Table 16 part 2a, para.5.1, and specified in the
table below.
Tmra The maximum room ambient temperature permitted by the equipment
specification or 25°C, whichever is greater.

Table 5. IEC 950 –Table 16: Overtemperature limits, Part 2

Maximum overtemperature ( °C )
Operator–accessible parts
Glass, Plastic,
Metal
porcelain rubber

Handle knob, ect., held or touched

35 45 60
for short periods

Handles, knobs, ect., regularly held 30 40 50

Outer surface of the equipment that

45 55 70
can be touched

Inner surface of the equipment that

45 55 70
can be touched

DANGER! Possibility of personal injury: carefully observe the specific

procedures for installation / turn–up and commissioning / maintenance of equipment parts where
heat–radiating mechanical parts are present, described in the relevant installation / turn–up and
commissioning / maintenance documents and the following general rule:

a) Personal injury can be caused by heat. Avoid touching powered terminals with any exposed part of
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• The safety rules are specified in the following chapters:

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– Chapter 5 on page 235

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– Chapter 5 para 5.1 on page 236

– Chapter 5 para 5.2 on page 238

– Chapter 5 para 5.2.1.2 on page 238

– Chapter 5 para 5.3 on page 244

– Chapter 5 para 5.3.1 on page 254

– Chapter 5 para 5.3.13 on page 273 on

– Chapter 6 para 6.1 on page 277

– Chapter 6 para 6.5.1 on page 281

– Chapter 7 para 7.1 on page 331

– Chapter 7 para 7.4.1 on page 333

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 4 OTHER NORMS AND LABELS

4.1 Electromagnetic Compatibility

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The equipment’s EMC norms depend on the type of installation being carried out (cable termination,
grounding etc.,) and on the operating conditions (equipment, setting options of the electrical/electronical
units, presence of dummy covers, etc.).

• Before starting any installation, turn–on, tests & operation and maintenance work refer to the
Technical Handbook, specifically to chapters:

– Installation,

– Turn–on, Tests & operation

– Maintenance

• The norms set down to guarantee EMC compatibility, are distinguished inside this handbook
by the symbol and term:

ATTENTION EMC NORMS.

4.1.1 General Norms – Installation

• All connections (towards the external source of the equipment) made with shielded cables use
only cables and connectors suggested in this technical handbook or in the relevant Plant
Documentation, or those specified in the Customer’s”Installation Norms.” (or similar
documents)

• Shielded cables must be suitably terminated

• Install filters outside the equipment as required

• Ground connect the equipment utilizing a conductor with proper dia. and impedance

• Mount shields (if utilized), previously positioned during the installation phase, but not before
having cleaned and degreased it.

• Before inserting the shielded unit proceed to clean and degrease all peripheral surfaces
(contact springs and connection points, etc.)

• Screw fasten the units to the subrack.

• To correctly install EMC compatible equipment follow the instructions given.

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• Preset the electrical units as required to guarantee EMC compatibility

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

• Check that the equipment is operating with all the shields properly positioned (dummy covers,

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ESD connector protections, etc.)

• To properly use EMC compatible equipment observe the information given

4.1.3 General Norms – Maintenance

• Before inserting the shielded unit, which will replace the faulty or modified unit, proceed to clean
and degrease all peripheral surfaces (contact springs and connection points, etc.)

• Clean the dummy covers of the spare units as well.

• Screw fasten the units to the subrack.

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 4.2 Electrostatic Dischargers (ESD)

Before removing the ESD protections from the monitors, connectors etc., observe the precautionary
measures stated. Make sure that the ESD protections have been replaced and after having terminated
not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

the maintenance and monitoring operations.

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Most electronic devices are sensitive to electrostatic dischargers, to this concern the following warning
labels have been affixed:

Observe the precautionary measures stated when having to touch the electronic parts during the
installation/maintenance phases.

Workers are supplied with antistatic protection devices consisting of:

ELASTICIZED BAND

COILED CORD

• an elasticized band worn around the wrist

• a coiled cord connected to the elasticized band and to the stud on the subrack.
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 4.3 Suggestions, notes and cautions

Suggestions and special notes are marked by the following symbol:

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

Suggestion or note....

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Cautions to avoid possible equipment damage are marked by the following symbol:

TITLE...

(caution to avoid equipment damage)

statement....

4.4 Labels affixed to the Equipment

This chapter indicates the positions and the information contained on the identification and serial labels
affixed to the equipment.

Figure 1. thru’ Figure 7. illustrate the most common positions of the labels on the units, modules and
subracks.

Figure 8. and Figure 9. illustrate the information (e.g., identification and serial No.) printed on the labels.

The table below relates the ref. numbers stated on the figures to the labels used.

Labelling depicted hereafter is for indicative purposes and could be changed without any notice.

Table 6. Label references

Ref. No. Name of Label

1 label specifying item on catalogue (P/N.)

2 serial number of item specified on catalogue

3 label specifying item not on catalogue (P/N.)

4 Final Test certificate

5 Unit ESD mark

6 CE mark

7 ESD mark for packaged subunits

8 Subrack ESD mark

9 Factory use only code

Customized labels can be affixed to the equipment.

Standard labels can be affixed to any position on the equipment, as required by the Customer.
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NB. = Affix labels to p.c.’s components side on the empty spaces.

NOTE : The above reference numbers are detailed on Table 6. on page 32

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Figure 4. Labels for units with optical interfaces

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NB = Affix labels to p.c.b.’s components side on the empty spaces.

NOTE : The above reference numbers are detailed on on Table 6. on page 32. The components shown
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Figure 5. Labels for units with no speces on the front cover

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ANV + ICS P/N

Bar code of the ANV + ICS P/Ns

(format ALFA39 ; Module = 0,166mm. ; Ratio =2

Figure 8. Label identifying label on catalogue

Serial No.

Bar code of the serial No.

(format ALFA39 ; Module = 0,166mm. ; Ratio =2

Figure 9. Label specifying serial No.

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 5 LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS
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Table 7. List of Abbreviations

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MEANING
ABBREVIATION

ABN Abnormal

ACO Alarm cut–off (alarm storing)

AD Assembly drawing

ADM Add/Drop Multiplexer

AIS Alarm indication Signal

ALS Automatic Laser Shutdown

AMI Alternate Mark Inversion

ANV Alcatel

APD Avalanche Photo–diode

APS Automatic Protection Switching

ASIC Application Specific Integrated Circuit

ATTD Attended (alarm storing)

AU EUA and UP sum alarm or Administrative units

AUG Administrative Unit Group

AUOH AU Pointer

AUX Auxiliary

AU4 Administrative unit – level 4

BATT Battery

BER Bit Error Rate

BIP Bit Interleaved Parity

C Storing command

CE European Conformity

CC Card Controller

CAND Two or all power supply units are faulty

CAREM Unit extraction alarm

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CKA/B Clock from CRU A/B

CKL Clock for LIECB

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CKMSTOFF Clock failure

CKN Network clock for NIECB

CK16ALL 16 MHz clock failure

CK38ALL 38 MHz clock failure

CLEI Common Language Equipment Identification

CMI Code Mark Inversion

COSW Output Switching Command

COAX Coaxial

CPI Incoming parallel contacts

CPO Outgping parallel contacts

Central Processing Unit (refereed to Controller equipment unit

CPU
or Microprocessor)

CRU Clock Reference Unit

CT Craft Terminal

CTYPE Unit Identification signals

C12/C3/C4 1st, 3rd and 4th level container

D Data

DAC Digital/Analog Converter

DC Direct Current

DCC Data Communication Channel

D/C Drop and Continue

DCE Data Circuit Terminating Equipment

DE Received date

DEN Incoming negative data

DEP Incoming positive data

DPLL Digital Phase Locked Loop

DT Transmitted data
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DTE Data Terminating Equipment

DTMF Dual tone multifrequency

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DUN Outgoing negative data

DUP Outgoing positive data

E East

EACT Equipment Assisted Configuration Tool

ECC Embedded Control Channel

ECT Equipment Craft Terminal

EEPROM/E2PROM Electrically erasable programmable read only memory

EM Part List

EMC Electromagnetic compatibility

EMI Electromagnetic interference

E/O Electrica to Optical Conversion

EOW Engineering Order Wire

EPS Equipment Protection Switching

ESD Electrostatic discharges

ETSI European Telecomunication Standards Istitute

EUA Equipment Controller extraction unit alarm

EX–BER Excessive Bit Error Rate

EXT EXternal alarms

F Interface F (for Craft Terminal) or Fuse

FEBE Far End Block Error

FEPROM Flash Eprom

FERF Far End Receive Failure

GA Gate Array

GND Ground

HDB3 High Density Bipolar Code

HIGHREFL High Optical reflections

HP High Power
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HPC Higher Order Path Connection

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HPOM Higher order Path Overhead Monitoring

HUG Higher order Unequipped Generator

HW Hardware

HWP Hardware Protection

ICS Item Change Status

ID Identification signals

IEC International Electrotechnical Committee

IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineering

IN Input

IND Indicative alarm

INT Internal Local Alarms

INS Insert

ISO International Organization for Standardization

ISW/OSW Switching commands

ISW/ISWT Input Switching Signal

International Telecommunication Union–Telecommunication

ITU–T (*)
Sector

JE Joint Engineering

L Long

LAN Local Area Network

LD DEG Laser Degrade

LD FAIL Laser Transmitter local failure

LDSSHUT Command for ALS

LIECB Local Intra Equipment Control Bus

LOF Loss of alignment

LOS Loss of signal

LPA Lower order path adaption

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LPC Lower order path connection

LPM Loop–back line side (remote)

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LPOM Lower order Path Overhead Monitoring

Lower order path termination or Loopback equipment side

LPT
(local)

M Tagblock or Alarm storing or Multiplexer

MAC Medium Access Control

MSA Multiplex Section Adaptation

MFSALL Loss of multiframe synchronism

MGMT Management

MITL Loss of Tx pulses from Laser

MLM Multi Longitudinal mode

MS–AIS AIS of the Multiplex section

MS–FERF FERF of multiplex section

MS Multiple Section

2F MS SPRING Two Fiber Multiple Section Shared Protection Ring.

4F MS SPRING Four Fiber Multiple Section Shared Protection Ring.

MSP Multiplex section protection

MST Multiplex section termination

MTTR Mean Time to Repair

MTBF Mean Time Between Failure

MSW Switching command

MUX Multiplexer

NE Network Element

NIECB Network Intra Equipment Control Bus

NPE Network Protection Equipment

NRZ No return to zero

NURG Not urgent alarm

OH–BUS Dedicated housekeeping stream

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O/E Optical to Electrical Conversion

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OFA Optical Fiber Amplifier

OKKO Switching request signals

ORALIM OR’ing of station power supply alarm

OS Operative system

OSNR Optical Signal to Noise Ratio

OSW Output Switching Signal

OUT Output

OW Order Wive

PBA Printed Board Assembly (means unit or subunit)

P/S Parallel/Serial converter

PC Personal Computer

PCD Portable Control Device

PFAIL Power supply failure

PG (SA) Pointer Generator of Section Adaptation

PI Physical interface

PI (MSA) Pointer Interpreter of Multiplex Section Adaptation

PLL Phase Looked Loop

P/N Path Number

PPM Part per Milioin

POH Path Overhead

PPS Path Protection Switching

PRBS Pseudo Random Binary Signal

PROT Protection

PWALM Power supply alarm

PWANDOR ANDOR/2 failure

TMN Interface with B2 protocol. Interface towards plesiochro-

Q2/QB2
nous equipment
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MEANING
ABBREVIATION
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RDI Remote Defect Indicatior

R–EACT Remote Equipment Assisted Configuration Tool

R–ECT Remote Equipment Craft Terminal

REI Remote Error Indicator

Rx Reception

RURG Urgent Alarm command. Lights up the relative rack red LED

RAM Random Access Memory

RCK Received clock

REF Reference

REL Release

RMS Root Mean Square

Not urgent Alarm command. Lights up the relative rack red

RNURG
LED

RST Regeneration Section Termination

S Short

S/P Serial/Parallel Converter

SA Section Adaptation

SD Signal Degrade

SDH Synchronous Digital Hierarchy

SETG Synchronous Equipment Timing Generation function

SLM Single Longitudinal Mode

SM Single Mode/Synchronous Mux/Switch Module

SMEC Synchronous Multiplexer Equipment Controller

SNC–P Subnetwork Connection Protection, new terminology for PPS

SPI Synchronous Phisical Interface

SOH Section Overhead

SSM–SSMB Synchronization Status Message Byte

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ABBREVIATION

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SWP Software Product

SYNC A/B Synchronism from CRU A/B

Tx Trasmission

TANC Remote alarm due to failure of all power supply units

TD Layout drawing

TMN Telecomunication Management Network

TORC Remote alarm due to a faulty/missing power supply unit

TRIB Tributary

TUG2/3 Tributary unit group, level 2,3

TUOH TU pointer

TUP/UP Equipment Controller remote alarm

TU12/TU3 Tributary unit

URG Urgent

VCXO Voltage controlled oscillator

VC12/VC3/VC4 Virtual Container, levels 1.3.4

VSERV Auxiliary voltage

W West

WKCH Working channel

NOTE –
*Owing to change of name, all documents issued by the two ITU committees (CCIR ND
CCITT) in 1992 (and in some cases even before then) are classified as ITU–R and ITU–T,
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 6 GENERAL ON ALCATEL CUSTOMER DOCUMENTATION

6.1 Products, product-releases, versions and Customer Documentation

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A ”product” is defined by the network hierarchical level where it can be inserted and by the whole of
performance and services for which it is meant.
A ”product” evolves through successive ”product-releases” which are the real products marketed for
their delivery at a certain ”product-release” availability date.

So, a ”product–release” defines a set of hardware components and a software package which, as a whole,
identify the possible network applications and the equipment performance which the specific
”product-release” has been designed, engineered and marketed for.

In some cases a ”product-release” has further development steps, named ”versions”, that are born to
improve or add some performance (mainly software) with respect to the previous version, or for bug fixing
purposes.

A ”product-release” has its own standard Customer Documentation, composed by one or more
handbooks.

A new ”version” of a ”product-release” may or may not produce a change in the status of the Customer
Documentation set, as described in para.6.4 on page 50.

6.2 Handbook supply to Customers

Handbooks are not automatically delivered together with the equipment they refer to.
The number of handbooks per type to be supplied must be decided at contract level.

6.3 Aims of standard Customer Documentation

Standard Customer Documentation, referred to hereafter, must be always meant as plant-independent.

Plant-dependent documentation, if envisaged by the contract, is subjected to commercial criteria as far
as contents, formats and supply conditions are concerned (plant-dependent documentation is not
described here).

Standard hardware and software documentation is meant to give the Customer personnel the possibility
and the information necessary for installing, commissioning, operating and maintaining the equipment
according to Alcatel–Telecom Laboratory design choices.
In particular: the contents of the handbooks associated to the software applications focus on the
explanation of the man-machine interface and of the operating procedures allowed by it; maintenance is
described down to faulty PCB location and replacement.

Consequently, no supply to the Customers of design documentation (like PCB hardware design and
production documents and files, software source programs, programming tools, etc.) is envisaged.

The handbooks concerning hardware (usually the ”Technical Handbook”) and software (usually the
”Operator’s Handbook”) are kept separate in that any product changes do not necessarily concern their
contents.
For example, only the Technical Handbook might be revised because of hardware configuration
changes (e.g., replacing a unit with one having different P/N but the same function).
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The handbooks associated to the ”product–release” are listed in para.1.3 on page 12.

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

Each handbook is identified by:

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– the name of the ”product-release” (and ”version” when the handbook is applicable to the versions
starting from it, but not to the previous ones),
– the handbook name,
– the handbook P/N,
– the handbook edition (usually first edition=01),
– the handbook issue date. The date on the handbook does not refer to the date of print but to the date
on which the handbook source file has been completed and released for the production.

6.4.1 Changes introduced in the same product-release (same handbook P/N)

The edition and date of issue might change on future handbook versions for the following reasons:

– only the date changes (pointed out in the Table of Contents) when modifications are made to the
editorial system not changing the technical contents of the handbook.

– the edition, hence the date, is changed because modifications made concern technical contents. In
this case:

• the chapters modified with respect to the previous edition are listed in on Table 4. page 14 ;
• in affected chapters, revision bars on the left of the page indicate modifications in text and
drawings.

Changes concerning the technical contents of the handbook cause the edition number increase (e.g. from
Ed.01 to Ed.02). Slight changes (e.g. for corrections) maintain the same edition but with the addition of
a version character (e.g. from Ed.02 to Ed.02A).

NOTES FOR HANDBOOKS RELEVANT TO SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS

Handbooks relevant to software applications (typically the Operator’s Handbooks) are not
modified unless the new software ”version” distributed to Customers implies man–machine
interface changes or in case of slight modifications not affecting the understanding of the
explained procedures.

Moreover, should the screen prints included in the handbook contain the product-release’s
”version” marking, they are not replaced in the handbooks related to a subsequent version, if
the screen contents are unchanged.

6.4.1.1 Supplying updated handbooks to Customers

Supplying updated handbooks to Customers who have already received previous issues is submitted to
commercial criteria.
By updated handbook delivery it is meant the supply of a complete copy of the handbook new issue
(supplying errata–corrige sheets is not envisaged).

6.4.2 Changes due to a new product-release

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In the following ’CD–ROM’ means ’Customer Documentation on CD–ROM’

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6.5.1 Contents, creation and production of a CD–ROM

In most cases, a CD–ROM contains the documentation of one product–release(–version) and for a certain
language.
In some other cases, the same CD–ROM can contain the documentation of different
product–release(–version)s for a certain language.

As a general rule:

– CD–ROMs for Network Management products do not contain:

• the Installation Guides

• the documentation of system optional features that Customers could not buy from Alcatel
together with the main applicative SW.

– CD–ROMs for Network Elements products do not contain the documentation of system optional
features (e.g. System Installation Handbooks related to racks that Customers could not buy from
Alcatel together with the main equipment).

A CD–ROM is obtained collecting various handbooks and processing them by

Interleaf–World–View–Press after the manual addition of some hyperlinks which make the navigation
through the various handbooks easier. No additional information is added to each handbook, so that the
documentation present in the CD–ROMs is exactly the same the Customer would receive on paper.

The files processed in this way are then transferred on a PC where the viewer (Interleaf–World–View) is
added and a master CD–ROM is recorded.

Suitable checks are made in order to have a virus–free product.

After a complete functional check, the CD–ROM image is electronically transferred to the archive of the
Production Department, so that the CD–ROM can be produced and delivered to Customers.
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The CD–ROM can be used both in PC and Unix WS environments.

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

The minimum configuration for World View (rel.2.2.2) utilization on a PC is:

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– Operative System: Windows 95 or Windows NT (3.51 and 4.00)
– Processor: Intel 486
– RAM: 16Mbyte
– Disk space: 20Mbyte

The set–up procedure is present in the booklet included in the CD–ROM box.
After the set–up procedure, which installs the viewer in the PC or Unix WS environment, the Customer
is allowed to read the handbooks on the PC/WS screen, using the navigation and zooming tools included
in the viewer, and to print selected parts of the documentation through a local printer.

N.B. Copyright notification

WorldView: Copyright 1981–1996

INTERLEAF Inc.
All rights reserved.
The use of WorldView is permitted only in association with the files contained
in the CD–ROMs officially supplied by Alcatel.
Alcatel documents: All rights reserved.
Passing and copying of documents and files contained in the CD–ROMs
officially supplied by Alcatel, use and communication of its contents are not
permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

6.5.3 CD–ROM identification

Each CD–ROM is identified:

1) by the following external identifiers, that are printed both on the booklet and the CD–ROM upper
surface:
– the name of the ”product–release(s)” (and ”version” when the CD–ROM is applicable to
the versions starting from it, but not to the previous ones),
– a writing indicating the language(s),
– the CD–ROM P/N (Factory P/N 417.xxx.xxx x and ANV P/N),
– the CD–ROM edition (usually first edition=01)

2) and, internally, by the list of the source handbooks and documents (P/Ns and editions) by whose
collection and processing the CD–ROM itself has been created.

6.5.4 CD–ROM updating

The list of source handbook/document P/Ns–editions indicated in previous para.6.5.3 point 2 ) , in

association with the CD–ROM’s own P/N–edition, is also loaded in the Alcatel–Information–System as a
structured list.
Whenever a new edition of any of such handbooks/documents is released in the Alcatel archive system,
the Alcatel–Information–System automatically rises a warning toward the Customer Documentation
department, indicating the list of CD–ROMs that must be updated to include the new editions of these
handbooks/documents.
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This causes the planning and creation of a new edition of the CD–ROM.
Updating of CD–ROMs always follows, with a certain delay, the updating of the single handbooks
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 1 GENERAL

1.1 Introduction to the Equipment

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The 1664 SM equipment is an add/drop synchronous multiplexer STM–16 level, of the SDH transport
hierarchy.

The equipment establishes a 2488.32 Mbit/s transmission system whose high flexibility allows to set up
various configurations, mainly Line Terminal or Drop/Insert Multiplexer both protected and unprotected.
The equipment can also operate as a regenerator (regenerator–like).
The product is suitable for application in both linear and ring network topologies.

The equipment tributaries of this release can be:

• Electrical plesiochronous 139.264 Mb/s

• Electrical synchronous 155.52 Mb/s (STM–1)
• Optical synchronous 155.52 Mb/s (STM–1)
• Optical synchronous 622.08 Mb/s (STM–4)

Two 140/155 Mb/s or STM1 tributaries are accommodated in one single unit (bitributary).
The electrical 140 Mb/s and 155 Mb/s tributaries are implemented on the same unit, the signal type is
selectable via software.
STM1 radio link interworking is supported.
Up to eight 140/155 Mb/s or STM1 bitributary units can be housed in the equipment.
Up to four STM4 tributary units can be equipped, one STM4 tributary taking two slots of the bitributaries.
AU4–4C concatenated payload on STM4 signal is supported.
The mixing of electrical and optical tributaries is possible in the same equipment, but only the electrical
bitributaries can be protected in N+1 EPS.
The electrical 140Mb/s Tributaries are multiplexed and mapped according to the ETSI Recs. (see
Figure 10. on page 56).
The aggregate units interface the STM–16 signal and when drop/insert configured can interface the EAST
and WEST sides (max 4 aggregates).

Various types of aggregate optical interfaces are available, in order to fit in different applications, such as:

• links in G.652 fibres

• links in G.653 fibres (dispersion–shifted)
• links with optical amplifiers (boosters)
• links with optical preamplifiers
• links with WDM equipments (in this case 16 optical interfaces, ”coloured” at different
wavelengths in the WDM range, are available).

Booster units (max 2) can be used inside the equipment, to work as an integrated Optical Fiber Amplifier
and to get longer span. When used, they are inserted in the same position of the Aggregates.

Bidirectional working on single fiber is allowed by using an external optical passive coupler.

The equipment has been designed to supply protection functions.

This release features:

– Equipment Protection:
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• EPS for electrical tributaries (N+1)

• EPS for Clock Reference Unit,1+1 (synchronism functions).
• Power supply protection (2+1)

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 – Network Protection:

• 1+1 single–ended APS (for Aggregates and Tributaries)

• 1+1 linear dual–ended APS (for Aggregates and Tributaries)

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

• VC4 Subnetwork Connection Protection (SNCP/I)

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• 2F MS–SPRING, 2 fibres Multiplex Section Shared Protection
• 4F MS–SPRING transoceanic option
• Dual node ring interworking

The above are described in this Technical Handbook.

The equipment of future release will also carry out other Network and Equipment protections.

The frame allocation of the VC4 signals can be changed by means of the CONNECTION function.

The equipment provides access to a wide range of services through the dedicated bytes of the SDH frame
(RSOH and MSOH) for management, maintenance and operation functions:
Aux data channells, Service voice channels, Management communications channels (DCC), etc.

The management of the equipment is carried out by means of:

• Personal Computer (Local Craft Terminal, F Interface)

• Network Management System (Q Interface)

This allows to analyze the alarm conditions, software configure the equipment and execute management
operations.
The Management function mainly consists in: alarms and status monitoring, equipment configuration,
software configuration, performance monitoring, software downloading, administration, remote inventory.
The management by means of the craft terminal is described in the ”Operator’s Handbook”.

The alarm status of each unit is indicated by the front cover LEDs. The alarm status summarization of all
the equipment is indicated by the front cover LEDs of the Equipment Controller unit.

Software downloading follows product evolution.

Power supply is delivered by two DC/DC Converters and another as hot stand–by.

The equipment consists of one mechanical structure (subrack), a back–panel rigidly fixed to the structure
and printed boards assemblies (units) to be inserted/extracted into/from the subrack.
The back–panel has the function to connect all the units of the equipment. Furthermore it accomodates
on its top front almost all of the various electrical interfaces and connection points. Some connection points
(optical connections) are located directly on the units front cover.
The subrack’s mechanical structure is compliant with the ETSI standard.

The structure and units accommodated inside it are described in Chapter 2 ”Physical Configuration” on
page 65.

x16
STM–16 AUG AU–4 VC–4 C–4
139264 Kbit/s
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 1.2 Insertion of the Equipment into the Network

The 1664 SM equipment belongs to the ALCATEL family products and is compliant with the Synchronous
Digital Hierarchy (SDH) defined by ITU–T Recs.
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A typical SDH network structure is shown in Figure 11.

The range of Alcatel synchronous systems is shown in Figure 12. on page 58
Some of the 1664 SM units are also employed in others ALCATEL SDH equipment to simplify spares and
network capacity.
The equipment can be utilized in the following main applications of the telecommunication network:
metropolitan rings, regional and national backbones, linear links, international gateways and long span
links.
The product can be suitably employed on linear, ring and hub networks and on protected or unprotected
line links.

The modes of utilizing the equipment depend on the different types of networks available.

NNI NNI NNI NNI

TR SM SM TR
SM LINE/RADIO DCS/EA LINE/RADIO SM
SYSTEM SYSTEM

TR TR
TR

TR SM SM TR

DCS = DIGITAL CROSSCONNECT SYSTEM

EA = EXTERNAL ACCESS EQUIPMENT
SM = SYNCHRONOUS MULTIPLEXER
TR = TRIBUTARIES
NNI = NETWORK NODE INTERFACE

Figure 11. SDH network structure

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ALCATEL
2488 1666 SR
ALCATEL
1664 SL
ALCATEL ALCATEL
1661SMC 1664 SM

ALCATEL
622 1655 SR
ALCATEL
1654 SL
ALCATEL ALCATEL
1651 SMC 1651 SM

155 ALCATEL
1641 SMT
ALCATEL ALCATEL
1641 SM 1641SMC

ALCATEL ALCATEL
1641 SX 1644 SX

155

140

51

45

34

ADD / DROP

LINE TERMINAL

CROSS–CONNECT

REGENERATOR

Figure 12. ALCATEL Synchronous System

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 1.2.1 Equipment Configuration

Following are shown the possible configurations of the equipment :

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• Terminal multiplexer (see Figure 13. ).

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The multiplexer is provided with an STM–16 station interface (eventually stand–by too) to be
connected to a Digital Electronic Cross–Connect or to a higher hierarchical line system.

LINE

TRIBS 1664SM
SPARE

Figure 13. Terminal multiplexer

• Add/Drop Multiplexer ( see Figure 14. )

The multiplexer can be programmed to drop (insert) signals from (into) the STM16 stream.
Part of the signal pass–through between the line sides, defined West and East.
In this way a large amount of stations are connected.

LINE LINE
WEST
1664SM EAST
SPARE
SPARE

TRIBS

Figure 14. Add/Drop Multiplexer

• ”HUB” STM–1 (see Figure 15. )

The multiplexer permits to drop/insert 155 Mbit/s (STM–1) tributaries into a line stream and then
branch them off in HUB structures.

LINE LINE
1664SM
SPARE SPARE

STM1 TRIBS

Figure 15. ”HUB” STM–1

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 • Regenerator–like (see Figure 16. )
The equipment can operate in a STM–16 regenerator like–mode when the tributaries are not
equipped.

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LINE LINE

1664SM
SPARE SPARE

Figure 16. Regenerator–like

• The various cross–connection possibilities offered by the equipment enables it to be used as

a small cross–connection node with a maximum capacity of sixteen STM–1 ports.

Other functionalities of this release:

• The equipment can be equipped with a max of two Booster units (integrated Optical Fiber
Amplifier), to get longer span. Each Booster substitutes one Aggregate units.
In this configuration the transmission direction of the Aggregate is optically connected to the
Booster unit to amplify the signal to be transmitted.

• The equipment can be connected to an external Optical Amplifier (1610 OA and 1664 OA) to
get longer spans.
The alarms report of the external OA are managed by the 1664SM equipment.

• Bidirectional working on single fiber is allowed by using an external optical passive coupler.

• It can be used as STM–16 ”coloured” tributary for WDM system.

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 1.2.2 Applications

Following there are the possible applications of the equipment:

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• Point–to–point link (see Figure 17. )

In this case the multiplexer can be connected to another multiplexer through the line

LINE

TRIBS 1664SM 1664SM TRIBS

SPARE

Figure 17. Point–to–point links

• Linear Drop–insert (see Figure 18. )

In a linear connection, signal is drop/inserted among several stations.

LINE LINE LINE

TRIBS
1664 1664 1664 1664 TRIBS
SM SM SM SM
SPARE SPARE SPARE

TRIBS TRIBS

Figure 18. Linear drop–insert

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 • WDM applications (see Figure 19. )
In this case the 1664 SM is used as a ”coloured STM–16 tributary” for the 1686 WM (WDM
multiplexer). Up to 16 different aggregate wavelengths (λ) can be used.

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COLOURED COLOURED
STM–16 STM–16

1664 1664
...

...
TRIBS SM #1 SM TRIBS
#1
#1 l1 l1 #1

1664 1664
...

...
TRIBS SM #2 #2 SM TRIBS
#2 l2 l2 #2
........

........
1686 16 x STM16 1686
WM WM

1664 1664

...
SM
...

TRIBS SM #16 #16 TRIBS

l16 #16
#16 l16

Figure 19. WDM applications

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 • Ring structure (see Figure 20. )
The drop–insert function permits to realize ring structures.
The protections supported by the equipment can re–route the traffic if the optical splice breaks
down or one of the equipment nodes fails.
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TRIB.

1664
SM

TRIB. 1664
SM RING 1664
SM TRIB.

1664
SM

TRIB.

Figure 20. Ring structure

• One–way broadcasting (see Figure 21. )

This function permits to extract data from the same VC over several physical tributaries.
Such data can also be made to pass–through to the stations downstream.

1xVCn 1664SM 1xVCn

••••

TRIBUTARY PORTS
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 2 PHYSICAL CONFIGURATION

This chapter illustrates the physical structure, layout, composition, coding and partition of the equipment.
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All the units and various parts making up the equipment are illustrated in Figure 22. on page 66.
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The main parts codes and partition are listed in Table 8. on page 68.

The accessories codes and partition are listed in Table 9. on page 77.

The explanatory notes are reported in Table 10. on page 79.

Figure 23. on page 82 illustrate the interconnection points that can be accessed on the front wiring panel
of the subrack together with relative legenda and meaning.

Figure 24. on page 83 up to Figure 29. on page 88 show the access points (LED’s, switches ect.) present
on each unit together with relative legenda and meaning.

For further information on the structure see Chapter 5 on page 235.

N.B. Table 8. on page 68. contains the units of current equipment release. Units belonging to
previous equipment releases/versions (e.g. for configuration updating) are not here listed but
still supported, if compatible with the current one. (For eventual units belonging to previous
equipment releases/versions refer to the relative Technical Handbook).

N.B. The Personal Computer (Craft Terminal) utilized for Initial Turn–on and Maintenance operations
is not listed as an item of the equipment, but it can be supplied by Alcatel. See Operator’s
Handbook for PC hardware configuration.
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SWM 2

4
BOOSTER BITRIBUTARY 3

(*)
SWM 3

(*)
BITRIBUTARY 4 SWM 4
STM–16 AGGR.–EAST 1or

18
SWM 5

6
BOOSTER A CLOCK REFERENCE
SWM 6
B CLOCK REFERENCE

7
SWM 7
STM–16 AGGR.–WEST 2 or

19
SWM 8
BOOSTER
8
BITRIBUTARY 5

(*)
SWM 9 J2 J1
9
SWM 10

(*)
BITRIBUTARY 6
STM–16 AGGR.–EAST 2 or J4 J3

20
SWM 11
BOOSTER
10

BITRIBUTARY 7 SWM 12

(*)
SWM 13
11

(*)
BITRIBUTARY 8

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Figure 22. Front view of the 1664 SM

POWER SUPPLY 1 SWM 14
12

BITRIBUTARY SPARE SWM 15

Note (*)= Two electrical or optical bitributaries can be replaced by an STM4 optical tributary
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In the following tables are listed all the items of the equipment.
not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

Such tables report the following information:

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document, use and communication of its contents

• Name of item

• Part No. – Alcatel Factory Part Nos. (e.g. 411.xxx.xxx x) and corresponding NV
(e.g. 3AL xxxxx xxxx) ones are given.

• Maximum quantity.

• Position of the unit inside the equipment. Use is made of the same ”Slot + number” indication
(slot 1,2 etc.) of the ”Alarm Status and Remote Control ” application of the Craft Terminal
management.
Where the unit slot number is not assigned in the aforesaid application, it is indicated here with
”slot + letter” (slot A,B, etc.)

• Number of explanatory notes.

The explanatory notes are reported in Table 10. on page 79.

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NAME PART No. SLOT NOTES

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Qty.

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MECHANICAL STRUCTURES

593.155.021 Q
1664 SM Shelf (3AL 34725 AA– –)
1
Inclusive of :
Documents holder, RAL 9002 299.701.679 M 1 A
(3AN 41268 AA– –)

299.701.004 V
19”/21” DS Adapter 2
(3AL 34328 AA– –)

STM–16 AGGREGATE (Suffix ”N” stands for ”NEW”, i.e. new hardware) 3

411.100.567 F
S–16.1 N– AGGREGATE FC/PC 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 34727 AC– –)

411.100.583 Y
L–16.1 N–AGGREGATE FC/PC 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 34728 AC– –)

411.100.568 Q
L–16.2 N– AGGREGATE FC/PC 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 34729 AC– –)

411.100.569 R
L–16.2 JE–1 N–AGGREGATE FC/PC 4 17,18,19,20 4
(3AL 34730 AC– –)

411.100.586 T
S–16.1 N–AGGREGATE SC/PC 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 34727 AD– –)

411.100.587 U
L–16.1 N–AGGREGATE SC/PC 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 34728 AD– –)

411.100.588 D
L–16.2 N–AGGREGATE SC/PC 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 34729 AD– –)

411.100.589 E
L–16.2 JE–1 N–AGGREGATE SC/PC 4 17,18,19,20 4
(3AL 34730 AD– –)

411.100.584 Z
L–16.2 JE–2 N–AGGREGATE FC/PC 4 17,18,19,20 5
(3AL 34962 AC– –)

411.100.590 B
L–16.2 JE–2 N–AGGREGATE SC/PC 4 17,18,19,20 5
(3AL 34962 AD– –)

411.100.585 S
L–16.2 JE–3 N–AGGREGATE FC/PC 4 17,18,19,20 6
(3AL 36258 AC– –)

411.100.591 Y
L–16.2 JE–3 N–AGGREGATE SC/PC 4 17,18,19,20 6
(3AL 36258 AD– –)
table continues.
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STM–16 AGGREGATE (ENHANCED) 3

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.
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411.100.957 E
S–16.1 AGG.64 FC/PC ENHANCED 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 34727 BC– –)

411.101.007 X
L–16.2 AGG.64 FC/PC ENHANCED 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 34729 BC– –)

411.101.008 G
L–16.2 JE1 AGG.64 FC/PC ENHANCED 4 17,18,19,20 4
(3AL 34730 BC– –)

411.101.009 H
L–16.1 AGG.64 FC/PC ENHANCED 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 34728 BC– –)

411.101.010 V
L–16.2 JE2 AGG.64 FC/PC ENHANCED 4 17,18,19,20 5
(3AL 34962 BC– –)

411.101.011 J
L–16.2 JE3 AGG.64 FC/PC ENHANCED 4 17,18,19,20 6
(3AL 36258 BC– –)

411.101.012 K
S–16.1 AGG.64 SC/PC ENHANCED 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 34727 BB– –)

411.101.013 L
L–16.1 AGG.64 SC/PC ENHANCED 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 34728 BD– –)

411.101.014 M
L–16.2 AGG.64 SC/PC ENHANCED 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 34729 BD– –)

411.101.015 N
L–16.2 JE1 AGG.64 SC/PC ENHANCED 4 17,18,19,20 4
(3AL 34730 BD– –)

411.101.016 P
L–16.2 JE2 AGG.64 SC/PC ENHANCED 4 17,18,19,20 5
(3AL 34962 BD– –)

411.101.017 Q
L–16.2 JE3 AGG.64 SC/PC ENHANCED 4 17,18,19,20 6
(3AL 36258 BD– –)
table continues.
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STM–16 AGGREGATE (ENHANCED, coloured, dispersion 6400 ps, for WDM applica- 3

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

tions) 7

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document, use and communication of its contents
8

411.100.751P
STM16 AGG.64–193.7/6400 ENH.SC 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 37648 AA– –)

411.100. 752 Q
STM16 AGG.64–193.5/6400 ENH.SC 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 37648 AB– –)

411.100. 753 R
STM16 AGG.64–193.3/6400 ENH.SC 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 37648 AC– –)

411.100. 754 J
STM16 AGG.64–193.1/6400 ENH.SC 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 37648 AD– –)

411.100. 755 K
STM16 AGG.64–192.9/6400 ENH.SC 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 37648 AE– –)

411.100. 756 L
STM16 AGG.64–192.7/6400 ENH.SC 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 37648 AF– –)

411.100. 757 M
STM16 AGG.64–192.5/6400 ENH.SC 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 37648 AG– –)

411.100. 758 W
STM16 AGG.64–192.3/6400 ENH.SC 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 37648 AH– –)

411.100. 759 X
STM16 AGG.64–195.7/6400 ENH.SC 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 37648 AL– –)

411.100.760 U
STM16 AGG.64–195.5/6400 ENH.SC 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 37648 AM– –)

411.100.761 R
STM16 AGG.64–195.3/6400 ENH.SC 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 37648 AN– –)

411.100.762 J
STM16 AGG.64–195.1/6400 ENH.SC 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 37648 AP– –)

411.100.763 K
STM16 AGG.64–194.9/6400 ENH.SC 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 37648 AQ– –)

411.100.764 L
STM16 AGG.64–194.7/6400 ENH.SC 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 37648 AR– –)

411.100.765 M
STM16 AGG.64–194.5/6400 ENH.SC 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 37648 AS– –)

411.100.766 N
STM16 AGG.64–194.3/6400 ENH.SC 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 37648 AT– –)
table continues.
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STM–16 AGGREGATE (new, coloured, dispersion 12800 ps, for WDM applications.
not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

3,7, 9
All rights reserved. Passing on and copying of this

Suffix ”N” stands for ”new”, i.e. new hardware)

document, use and communication of its contents

411.100.742 N
STM16 AGG. /N 192.3 SC/SPC 12800 ps 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 37631 AA– –)

411.100. 743 P
STM16 AGG. /N 192.5 SC/SPC 12800 ps 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 37631 AB– –)

411.100. 744 Q
STM16 AGG. /N 192.7 SC/SPC 12800 ps 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 37631 AC– –)

411.100. 745 R
STM16 AGG. /N 192.9 SC/SPC 12800 ps 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 37631 AD– –)

411.100. 746 J
STM16 AGG. /N 193.1 SC/SPC 12800 ps 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 37631 AE– –)

411.100. 747 K
STM16 AGG. /N 193.3 SC/SPC 12800 ps 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 37631 AF– –)

411.100. 748 U
STM16 AGG. /N 193.5 SC/SPC 12800 ps 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 37631 AG– –)

411.100. 749 V
STM16 AGG. /N 193.7 SC/SPC 12800 ps 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 37631 AH– –)
table continues.
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STM–16 AGGREGATE (ENHANCED, coloured, dispersion 12800 ps, for WDM applica-

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

3,7,9
tions)

All rights reserved. Passing on and copying of this

document, use and communication of its contents
411.100.857 A
STM16 AGG.64–194.3/12800 ENH.SC 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 37631 AL– –)

411.100. 858K
STM16 AGG.64–194.5/12800 ENH.SC 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 37631 AM– –)

411.100. 859L
STM16 AGG.64–194.7/12800 ENH.SC 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 37631 AN– –)

411.100. 860 R
STM16 AGG.64–194.9/12800 ENH.SC 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 37631 AP– –)

411.100. 861E
STM16 AGG.64–195.1/12800 ENH.SC 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 37631 AQ– –)

411.100. 862F
STM16 AGG.64–195.3/12800 ENH.SC 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 37631 AR– –)

411.100. 863G
STM16 AGG.64–195.5/12800 ENH.SC 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 37631 AS– –)

411.100. 864H
STM16 AGG.64–195.7/12800 ENH.SC 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 37631 AT– –)

411.101. 018 Z
STM16 AGG.64–192.3/12800 ENH.SC 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 37631 BA– –)

411.101. 019 S
STM16 AGG.64–192.5/12800 ENH.SC 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 37631 BB– –)

411.101. 020 X
STM16 AGG.64–192.7/12800 ENH.SC 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 37631 BC– –)

411.101. 021 L
STM16 AGG.64–192.9/12800 ENH.SC 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 37631 BD– –)

411.101. 022 M
STM16 AGG.64–193.1/12800 ENH.SC 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 37631 BE– –)

411.101. 023 N
STM16 AGG.64–193.3/12800 ENH.SC 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 37631 BF– –)

411.101. 024 P
STM16 AGG.64–193.5/12800 ENH.SC 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 37631 BG– –)

411.101. 025 Q
STM16 AGG.64–193.7/12800 ENH.SC 4 17,18,19,20
(3AL 37631 BH– –)
table continues.
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BOOSTER 10,
not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.
All rights reserved. Passing on and copying of this

4,5,6
document, use and communication of its contents

411.100.396 C
BOOSTER + 10 dBm FC/PC 2 17,18,19 ,20
(3AL 35962 AA––)

411.100.397 D
BOOSTER + 13 dBm FC/PC 2 17,18,19 ,20
(3AL 35963 AA––)

411.100.398 N
BOOSTER + 15 dBm FC/PC 2 17,18,19 ,20
(3AL 35964 AA––)

411.100.399 P
BOOSTER + 10 dBm SC/PC 2 17,18,19 ,20
(3AL 35962 AB––)

411.100.400 M
BOOSTER + 13 dBm SC/PC 2 17,18,19 ,20
(3AL 35963 AB––)

411.100.401 A
BOOSTER + 15 dBm SC/PC 2 17,18,19 ,20
(3AL 35964 AB––)

411.100.523 T
BOOSTER + 17 dBm FC/PC 2 17,18,19 ,20 11
(3AL 36635 AA––)

411.100.524 U
BOOSTER + 17 dBm SC/PC 2 17,18,19 ,20 11
(3AL 36635 AB––)

041.897.049 E
SM JUMPER CABLE WITH FC/PC 0.5 MT 2 12
(1AB 07984 0007)

041.897.051 Y )
JUMPER SM SC/PC 0.75 MT 2 12
(1AB 08001 0002)
table continues.
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TRIBUTARIES

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411.100.299 K 2,3,4,5,8,9,
140/155 Mb/s ELECTRICAL BITRIBUTARY 9 13
(3AL 34731 AA– –) 10,11,12

411.100.740 Y 2,3,4,5,8,9,
140/STM1 ELECTRICAL BITRIB. HPOM 9 13
(3AL 34731 AB– –) 10,11,12

411.100.402 B 2,3,4,5,8,9,
S1.1 OPTICAL BITRIBUTARY FC/PC 8 14
(3AL 35974 AA– –) 10,11

411.100.403 C 2,3,4,5,8,9,
L1.1 OPTICAL BITRIBUTARY FC/PC 8 14
(3AL 35975 AA– –) 10,11

411.100.404 D 2,3,4,5,8,9,
L1.2 OPTICAL BITRIBUTARY FC/PC 8 14
(3AL 35976 AA– –) 10,11

411.100.608 Z 2,3,4,5,8,9,
S1.1 OPTICAL BITRIBUTARY SC/PC 8 14
(3AL 35974 AB– –) 10,11

411.100.609 S 2,3,4,5,8,9,
L1.1 OPTICAL BITRIBUTARY SC/PC 8 14
(3AL 35975 AB– –) 10,11

411.100.610 N 2,3,4,5,8,9,
L1.2 OPTICAL BITRIBUTARY SC/PC 8 14
(3AL 35976 AB– –) 10,11

411.100.801 B 2,3,4,5,8,9,
S1.1 OPTICAL BITRIBUTARY FC/PC HPOM 8 14
(3AL 35974 AD– –) 10,11

411.100.802 C 2,3,4,5,8,9,
L1.1 OPTICAL BITRIBUTARY FC/PC HPOM 8 14
(3AL 35975 AD– –) 10,11

411.100.803 D 2,3,4,5,8,9,
L1.2 OPTICAL BITRIBUTARY FC/PC HPOM 8 14
(3AL 35976 AD– –) 10,11

411.100.804 E 2,3,4,5,8,9,
S1.1 OPTICAL BITRIBUTARY SC/PC HPOM 8 14
(3AL 35974 AE– –) 10,11

411.100.805 F 2,3,4,5,8,9,
L1.1 OPTICAL BITRIBUTARY SC/PC HPOM 8 14
(3AL 35975 AE– –) 10,11

411.100.806 G 2,3,4,5,8,9,
L1.2 OPTICAL BITRIBUTARY SC/PC HPOM 8 14
(3AL 35976 AE– –) 10,11
table continues.
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411.100.463 F 2+3, 4+5,

S4.1 OPTICAL TRIBUTARY FC/PC (3AL 36294 AA– –) 4 15
8+9 ,10+11

411.100.465 H 2+3, 4+5,

L4.1 OPTICAL TRIBUTARY FC/PC (3AL 36294 AB– –) 4 15
8+9, 10+11

411.100.464 G 2+3, 4+5,

L4.2 OPTICAL TRIBUTARY FC/PC (3AL 36294 AC– –) 4 15
8+9, 10+11

411.100.540 Q 2+3, 4+5,

S4.1 OPTICAL TRIBUTARY SC/PC (3AL 36294 AD– –) 4 15
8+9, 10+11

411.100.542 E 2+3, 4+5,

L4.1 OPTICAL TRIBUTARY SC/PC (3AL 36294 AE– –) 4 15
8+9, 10+11

411.100.541 D 2+3, 4+5,

L4.2 OPTICAL TRIBUTARY SC/PC (3AL 36294 AF– –) 4 15
8+9, 10+11

CONTROLLER

411.100.301 M
CONTROLLER SMEC/2 1 B
(3AL 34732 AA– –)

487.156.710 A
AUI–B2 ADAPTER/2 1 F 16
(3AL 34018 AA– –)

487.156.645 D
AUI–BT ADAPTER 1 F 16
(3AL 37427 AA– –)

487.156.351 E
BUS TERMINATION 1 G
(3AN 34722 AA– –)

POWER SUPPLY

478.120.804 L
POWER SUPPLY UNIT 3 C,D,E 17
(3AL 34963 AA– –)

487.159.111 Z
AND OR/3 1 I 18
(3AL 36010 AA– –)

TIMING

411.100.363 J
ENHANCED CRU 2 6.7 19
(3AL 35808 AA– –)

411.100.306 J
ENHANCED CRU 0.37 PPM 2 6.7 19
(3AL 34787 AA– –)
table continues.
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AUXILIARIES

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

All rights reserved. Passing on and copying of this
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411.100.483 U
AUX/EOW UNIT 1 1 20
(3AL 34453 AE– –)

411.100.484 V
AUX/EOW EXTENSION 1 1 20
(3AL 34453 AF– –)

013.200.016 A
TELEPHONE HANDSET 1 21
(1AF 00398 AA– –)

SWITCH UNIT

474.156.606 R
N+1 SWITCHING UNIT 34/140 Mb/s 2 13,14 22
(3AL 34711 AB– –)

SWITCH MODULES 23

487.156.404 V
140 Mbit/s SWITCH MODULE K20 16 H
(3AL 34007 AA– –)

487.156.422 N
140 Mbit/s ACCESS MODULE 16 H
(3AL 34654 AA– –)

487.156.614 W
140 Mbit/s SWITCH MODULE T43 16 H
(3AL 34424 AA– –)

SOFTWARE 24

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DUMMY PLATES 25

299.701.135 L
1TE DUMMY PLATE
(3AN 42428 AA– –)

299.701.560 A
6U 4TE DUMMY PLATE/N
(3AN 41001 AA– –)

299.701.562 Y
6U 5TE DUMMY PLATE/N
(3AN 41002 AA– –)

299.701.563 Z
6U 6TE DUMMY PLATE/N
(3AN 41003 AA– –)

RACK INSTALLATION SET

299.701.475 Z
ETSI INSTALL. SET 26
(3AN 34258 AA– –)

299.701.454 U
S9 INSTALL. SET 27
(3AN 34259 AA– –)

299.701.598 V
OPTINEX INSTALL. KIT 1 28
(3AL37983AA––)

ACCESSORIES

001.791.356 L
CIRCUIT BREAKER (15 A 72 Vdc) 2 29
(1AB162710006)

001.700.121 J
16A CIRCUIT BREAKER 2 30
(1AB 02438 0012)

245.701.125 K
COMPLETE AIR DEFLECTOR 1 31
(3AN 44425 AA––)

CUST. NO–ETSI OPTIC COVER FOR 284.901.526 W

8 – 32
BITRIB. (3AN 44923 AA)

table continues.
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FOR ELECTRICAL WIRING 33

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

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document, use and communication of its contents
487.156.386 S
75 ohms 1.6/5.6 SYNC ADAPTER/2 1 34
(3AL 35859 AA– –)

487.156.718 E
T43 SYNC ADAPTER 1 34
(3AL 34446 AA– –)

487.156.728 G
75 ohms SYNC ADAPTER/2 1 34
(3AL 34349 AA– –)

543.159.606 Z
120 ohms CONNECTOR 1 35
(3AL 34257 AA– –)

040.144.001 N
1.0/2.3 (3 mm) MALE COAX CONNECTOR 35 36
(1AB 06122 0003)

040.144.002 P
1.0/2.3 (6 mm) MALE COAX CONNECTOR 35 37
(1AB 06122 0004)

1.6/5.6 (8.5mm) MALE COAX CONNECTOR 040.142.080 P

35 38
(straight) (1AB 00987 0005)

040.142.067 M
1.6/5.6 MALE (5.9mm) COAX CONNECTOR 35 39
(1AB 00987 0004)

FOR OPTICAL WIRING 33, 40

041.897.045 S
SM FC–PC SINGLE FIBER SPLICE (15 M)
(1AB 07983 0001)

041.897.043 Y
SM JUMPER FC/PC (20 M)
(1AB 07984 0001)

041.897.012 R
SM SPLICE WITH FC/PC CONN. (10 M)
(1AB 07984 0002)

FOR AUXILIARY WIRING 33

299.701.903 X
64 Kbit/s & V11 INSTALL. SET 1
(3AL 34260 AA– –)

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No. DESCRIPTION
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1 For further information on the structure see Chapter 5 ”INSTALLATION” on page 235.
2 Mechanical Adapter utilized to insert the subrack into 21” ETSI racks (S9, N3, Optinex)
This functionality is applicable to all the aggregate units:

The standard optical interfaces parameters are reported in Table 13. page 206, while for aggre-
gates identified by achronim ”JE” the relevant parameters can be found in Table 14. page 207 for
the ”coloured” Aggregate(for WDM) the parameter can be found in Table 15. page 209.
The suffix ”N”, if present, stands for ”new” hardware, containing new features for future applica-
tions.
The suffix ”ENH” or ”ENHANCED” , if present, identifies aggregate units containing new features
3 for future network evolution (ID3, AU4–4C concatenation).
Alternative units – Mixed configurations are possible, Slot 17=WEST1, 18=EAST1, 19=WEST2
20=EAST2, . Units number depends on equipment configuration:
Unprotected Line terminal : 1 unit
Protected Line terminal : 2 units
Unprotected Drop–Insert : 2 units
Protected Drop–Insert : 4 units
This L–16.2 JE–1 Aggregate can be used without Booster on G.652 and G.653 fibers or with
4
Boosters on G.653 fiber.
L–16.2 JE–2 Aggregate can be used only with Booster on G.652 fiber.
5 NOTE: it can be used with +17dBm Booster, beginning with version:
3AL 34962 AAAC (or 3AL 34962 ABAC)
L–16.2 JE–3 Aggr. can be used only with Booster and Preamplifier on G.652 or G.653 fibers.
6 NOTE: it can be used with +17dBm Booster, beginning with version:
3AL 36258 AAAB (or 3AL 36258 ABAB)
”Coloured” Aggregates for WDM applications, each of them working on a fixed wavelength of the
WDM range.
The optical interfaces parameters are reported in Table 15. page 209.
The aggregate denomination is referred to the central frequency (THz) of the optical signal.
The wavelength (in nm) is related to the aggregate denomination (in THz) in the following way:
RED BAND BLUE BAND
193.7 (THz) ––> 1547.72 nm 195.7 (THz) ––> 1531.90 nm
7
193.5 (THz) ––> 1549.32 nm 195.5 (THz) ––> 1533.47 nm
193.3 (THz) ––> 1550.92 nm 195.3 (THz) ––> 1535.04 nm
193.1 (THz) ––> 1552.52 nm 195.1 (THz) ––> 1536.61 nm
192.9 (THz) ––> 1554.13 nm 194.9 (THz) ––> 1538.19 nm
192.7 (THz) ––> 1555.75 nm 194.7 (THz) ––> 1539.77 nm
192.5 (THz) ––> 1557.36 nm 194.5 (THz) ––> 1541.35 nm
192.3 (THz) ––> 1558.98 nm 194.3 (THz) ––> 1542.94 nm

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8 ”Coloured” Aggregates for WDM applications, dispersion 6400 ps/nm

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Integrated Optical Fiber Amplifier (Booster), to get longer span (connected to the Tx Aggregate
side).
The optical interfaces parameters are reported in Table 16. page 210.
For interworking applications of Boosters and Aggregates see also notes 4, 5, 6.
When used, it is inserted in the same position of the Aggregates with the following configuration:
– Drop/Insert : slot 17 Agg West –> slot 19 Booster West and
slot 18 Agg East –> slot 20 Booster East
10
– Terminal : slot 17 Agg West –> slot 18 Booster West or
slot 18 Agg East –> slot 17 Booster East
– Terminal protected (West): slot 17 Agg West Main –> slot 18 Booster West Main and
slot 19 Agg West Spare–> slot 20 Booster West Spare
– Terminal protected (East): slot 18 Agg East Main –> slot 17 Booster East Main and
slot 20 Agg East Spare –> slot 19 Booster East Spare
11 WARNING: this is a Class 3B Laser (Optical Safety rec. IEC 825).
12 Alternative optical cables. For connections between Booster and Aggregate.
Two tributaries (140Mbit/s and / or STM1 electrical) for each unit, software selectable.
So the indications after the BITRIB–E name can be:
13
–140–140; –140–STM1; –STM1–140; –STM1–STM1.
Slot 12 occupied by N+1 EPS tributary spare. The indication is BITRIB–E–SPARE–.
Two optical STM–1 tributaries for each unit. Max 8 units.
14
The optical interfaces parameters are reported in Table 17. page 215.
The optical STM–4 tributary takes two slots of STM1 electrical/optical bitributary. Max 4 units.
15
The optical interfaces parameters are reported in Table 18. page 217.
Alternative modules, for ETHERNET connection (QB3 10 base 2 or QB3 10 base T interface) with
16
Operation System of the Telecommunication Management System
17 One of the units is optionally supplied as 2+1 standby
Utilized to distinguish station battery alarms from the equipment DC/DC Converter’s alarms
18
(Power Supply Unit)
19 Alternative units. Slot 7 contains spare (1+1)
20 Alternative Auxiliary unit (optional).
21 Telephone handset associated to the AUX/EOW unit of slot 1.
22 Used when trib. EPS N+1 protection (140 Mb/s, STM1 electrical) is required.

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Alternative modules, utilized for tributary connection.
The modules are used as follows:
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 N+1 protection, 1 switch module for every working interface;

23
 1+1 protections, 1 switch module for every working and spare interface (not operative
in this release)
For option details see chapter 5 ”INSTALLATION” on page 235.
Details concerning the software part number and management are given in the Equipment
24
Operator’s Handbook.
25 Utilized when a slot is not occupied by a unit. Necessary for EMC performances.
Set of connectors needed to install the ETSI (N3–LC) (power supply, remote alarms) and cable
26
to actuate rack lamps, see Chapter 5 ”INSTALLATION” on page 235.
Set of connectors needed to install the S9 racks, (power supply, remote alarms) and cable to actu-
27
ate rack lamps, see Chapter 5 ”INSTALLATION” on page 235.
Set of connectors needed to install the Optinex rack (power supply, remote alarms) and cable to
28
actuate rack lamps, see Chapter 5 ”INSTALLATION” on page 235.
29 Station power–supply patch points to mount at the Top Rack Unit of the Optinex rack.
30 Station power–supply patch points to mount at the Top Rack Unit of the S9 rack.
It is mandatory when two 1664 SM or one 1664 SM and another equipment are inserted in one
31 S9 / N3 rack. It can be used for both 19’ and 21’ racks.
See Chapter 5 para 5.2.2 on page 241.
Over–dimensioned optical protection to cover optical bitributary connectors which dimensions ex-
32
ceed the recommended (ETSI) ones. Optional item.
33 For more details see chapter 5 ”INSTALLATION” on page 235.
To be utilized as an alternative, ( 1.6/5.6 or 1.0/2.3 or T43) with 75 ohms interface wiring for 2 MHz
34
external clock unbalanced signal connection.
To be utilized with 120 ohms interface wiring for 2 MHz external clock balanced signal
35
connections.
To be utilized with 75 ohms unbalanced interface wiring on 3mm. dia. cable for 140 Mb/s STM1
36
electrical connection (487.156.422 N switch module) and for 2 Mhz external clock.
To be utilized with 75 ohms unbalanced interface wiring on 6mm. dia. cable for 140Mb/s/STM1
37
electrical connection (487.156.422 N switch module) and for 2 Mhz external clock.
To be utilized with 140 Mbit/s interface wiring, STM–1 electrical connection on 8.5mm. dia. cable
38
(487.156.404 V Switch Module) and for 2 MHz external clock.
To be utilized with 140 Mbit/s interface wiring, STM–1 electrical connection on 5.9mm. dia. cable
39
(487.156.404 V Switch Module) and for 2 MHz external clock.
40 Alternative use for optical connections.

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 2.3 Layout of connection points

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M103
J1

J3

M102
M100

M101

M104
M91

M92

M93

M94

M95

M96

M97

M98

M99
J2

J4

M106

M105
M89

M90

M10

M12

M13

M14

M15

M16
M11
M1

M2

M3

M4

M5

M6

M7

M8

M9

LEGENDA

M1–M16 Electrical tributary connections (through Switch Module)

M89 Q3* Interface connection (through AUI/B2 Adapter / 2 subunit)

M91 External Synchronism connections

M92, M93, M94, M95 2Mbit/s auxiliary channel connections. Not used in this release.
Only M92 is used for AUX/EOW extension.
M96, M97, M98 64Kbit/s and V11 auxiliary channel connections

M99 Q2 Interface connection. (Not used in this release)

M100 Input/output interface connection (Parallel Contacts)

M101 Remote Alarms connection

M102 RM Interface Connection (rack lamps)

M103 Ground Connection

M104, M105 Power Supply 1 and 2 connection

J1,J2,J3,J4 Not used.

Note: M90 and M106 are not connection points. They are used to house respectivelly,
the BUS TERMINATION sub–unit and the AND OR sub–unit.
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Figure 23. Connection Points on the wiring access front panel

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BOOSTER
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STM–16 AGGREGATE

* 2488

* * L–16.1
L–16.2
L–16.2 JE Tx
S–16.1
NB2
5

5
SHUT
3 DN
Rx 3
ON
2 2
Tx
4
1 1
4
Rx

LEGENDA (NB1) LEGENDA (NB1)

(1) Red LED – local unit alarm (1) Push button – When Cover is extracted
turn off laser and light on (3)
(2) Green LED – in service unit
(2) Red LED – local unit alarm
(3) Manual LASER restart pushbutton
(3) Yellow LED – SHUT DW:cover removal or
(4) Rx optical connector loss incoming signal
(4) Rx optical connector, input
((5) Tx optical connector
(5) Tx optical connector, output

NB1 : unit without optical protection front cover

NB2 : STM16 Aggregates for WDM are indicated with the frequency number
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Figure 24. Access points : STM–16 Aggregates and Booster

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SWITCH TRIB.
SWITCH UNIT

CMI

* 140
*2 x or
STM1

2
1
1

LEGENDA LEGENDA

(1) Red LED indicating local unit alarm (1) Red LED indicating
(2) Green LED – In Service unit local unit alarm
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UNIT AUX–EOW

7
L
I
6
N
E
5

J 4

R 3

2
1 1

LEGENDA LEGENDA

(1) Red LED indicating local (1) Red LED indicating local
unit alarm unit alarm
(2) Tph. handset insertion point
(3) Reset line command key
(4) Line seizure key
(5) Yellow LED indicating
conference call
(6) Yellow LED :
glowing = line busy
flashing = selective call received
(7) Green LED indicating free line
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 EQUIPMENT CONTROLLER
POWER SUPPLY SMEC

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+

+ CPU

R 12
+
+ 11
2 + 10

CRAFT
TERMINAL
8

7
URG + 6
NURG +
ATTD + 5
ABN +
IND + 4
1 +
3
+ 2
+ 1
+

LEGENDA LEGENDA

(1) GREEN LED : (1) Red LED – local unit alarm

ON = correct operation
(2) Green LED – In service unit
(2) ON (I) or OFF (O) switch
(3) Yellow LED – indicative alarm
(4) Yellow LED – Abnormal conditions
(5) Yellow LED – Alarm storing ( attended )
(6) Red LED – Not urgent alarm
(7) Red LED – Urgent alarm
(8) Connector for internal use
(9) Personal Computer connector (interface F)
(10) Alarm storing pushbutton (attended)
(11) Lamp test pushbutton
(12) Unit reset pushbutton
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2
X
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* * = S–1.1
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STM1 L–1.1
155
L–1.2

ON1
3

4
ON2

R
X 5
1

T
X 6
1

R
X 7
2

T
X 8
2
LEGENDA

(1) = Red LED indicating Unit Failure

(2) = Green LED – In Service and Working Unit
(in case of 1+1 protection)
(3) = Manual ALS–Restart push button for Trib1
(4) = Manual ALS–Restart push button for Trib2
2 1
(5) = Rx optical connector, input for Trib 1
(6) = Tx optical connector, output for trib 1
(7) = Rx optical connector, input for Trib 2
(8) = Tx optical connector, output for trib 2

Figure 28. Front view of STM1 Optical Bitributary unit

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* 622

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* =S–4.1
* L–4.1
L–4.2

RX
5

TX

ON
3

LEGENDA
(1) = Red LED (Unit Failure)
(2) = Green LED (in Service Unit)
(3) = Manual ALS–Restart push button
(4) = TX optical connector
(5) = RX optical connector
(6) = Optical protection cover

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 3 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

3.1 General description

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Figure 30. on page 90 illustrates, in block diagram form, the units employed and the general operating
functions.

The functions carried out by the equipment can be split into the following sub–systems:

• STM–16 Aggregate sub–system

Booster unit is presented too.

• Connection sub–system
It is implemented by the connection circuits of the Tributary and Aggregate units.

• Tributary sub–system

• Protection sub–system
It is obtained with the spare units and the functional units circuitry.

• Synchronizing sub–system (Clock Reference unit)

• Auxiliary and Overhead sub–system

It is achieved with the AUX unit, and with the OH–BUS connections obtained with the functional
units.

• Control sub–system
It is achieved through the Equipment Controller unit, which interfaces the Card Controller
subunits inside all the units (except for the Power Supply unit), the Craft Terminal (Interface F)
and the Management Center ( Interface QB3 ).

• Power Supply sub–system

The sub–systems are thoroughly explained in the following.

The Aggregate and Tributary sub–systems cross–refer to Figure 31. on page 91.
Functions that are not operative in this release are nonetheless mentioned to better define the system
aspects. However, the reader is informed as to their non–use.

For reader’s convenience, the frame structures elaborated by the equipment are reported in the following
para. 3.1.9 page 134.
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STM–16 STM–16

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BOOSTER
* * BOOSTER
* *
* *
AGGREG AGGREG
STM–16 STM–16 STM–16
AGGREG AGGREG STM–16
W E
STM–16 STM–16
W E
SPARE SPARE

OH BUS

EOW
AUX/EOW 3x64Kbit/s
3xV11

TRIBUTARIES
(9 SLOTS)

CONTROL & DCC BUS

8 X140 Mbit/s / STM1 Electrical Bitributary SPARE

or 8 X STM1 Optical Bitributary 1+N
or 4 X STM4 Optical Tributary (Note a ) F
EQUIPMENT
CONTROLLER
QB3*

CLOCK DISTRIBUTION

CLOCK
3 REF CLOCK
POWER REF
2 SPARE
SUPPLY
1
2MHz
EXT

Note a) – Only in case of 140 Mbit/s – STM1 Electrical Bitributaries

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Figure 30. General Block diagram

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STM–16
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STM–16 OUTPUT INPUT INPUT

AMPLIFIER AMPLIFIER OUTPUT
MONITOR MONITOR MONITOR MONITOR
WEST EAST

CONTROL CONTROL

MANAGEMENT MANAGEMENT

STM–16 AGGREGATE STM–16 AGGREGATE

PASS–
THROUGH
STM–16
STM–16
SPI MUX RST MST MSA HPC HPC MSA MST RST MUX SPI
WEST EAST

SPARE AGGREGATE SPARE AGGREGATE

4 x 38 Mbit/s

MSP
x4 MSP MSP MSP SNCP
140/STM1 ELECTRICAL BITRIBUTARY
STM–4 OPTICAL TRIBUTARY

STM–1 OPTICAL BITRIBUTARY

SNCP SNCP SNCP

x4
MSA PG MSA PG
(SA) (SA)

MSA MSA MSA

155

155

x4
MST HPT MST HPT
140

140
MST MST MST RST LPA RST LPA
x4

RST RST RST

x4

PPI/SPI PPI/SPI
SPI SPI SPI

OPTICAL OPTICAL OPTICAL 140 / 155 Mbit/s 140 / 155 Mbit/s

STM–4 STM–1 STM–1 ELECTRICAL ELECTRICAL
A B A B
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 3.1.1 STM–16 Aggregate sub–system

This sub–system is composed by Aggregate units and Booster units (optional).

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The equipment allows a max. of four STM–16 Aggregate units to be used.

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The aggregate operates as a bidirectional interface (Tx/Rx) between the optical fiber and the Tributary
signals (and the opposite side Aggregate).

The STM–16 signal (2488 Mbit/s) is interconnected with:

• WEST side, regular (1 unit)
• WEST side, spare (1 unit)
• EAST side, regular (1 unit)
• EAST side, spare ( 1 unit)

The allowed configurations are:

• Unprotected terminal (1 unit)
• Unprotected Add/Drop (2 units)
• Protected terminal (2 units)
• Protected Add/Drop (4 units)

Several 2nd window long haul (L–16.1) and 3nd window long haul (L–16.2) Aggregate units are utilized.
The optical connectors FC/PC or SC/PC or SC/SPC are accessible on the unit’s front coverplate.
For the ”JE” Aggregates some optical interface characteristics are improved, typically for the dispersion
values (see para.4.2.1 on page205). In some cases also the sensitivity value is indicated.
The STM16 Aggregates with ”192.3” to ”195.7” indication (also defined ”colored”), are used when
interfaced with 1686 WDM equipment.
These sixteen units are independently characterized by different wavelength.
The 1686 WDM equipment must receive up to sixteen different wavelength signals from sixteen different
STM16 Aggregates. ”Colored” Aggregates with different dispersion values are present.
The suffix “N” stands for ”New” Aggregate units containing new generation gate–arrays which permit
evolution towards new future applications.
The suffix ”ENH” or ”ENHANCED” identifies aggregate units containing new features for future network
evolution (ID3, AU4–4C concatenation).
The bidirectional functional circuits are:

SPI (Synchronous Physical interface)

It interfaces the STM–16 signal and the optical fiber, by extracting timing (in Rx)

MUX (Multidemultiplexing function)

It serial/parallel converts from STM–16 to STM1 and viceversa.

RST (Regeneration Section Termination)

It manages the section overhead bytes for the Regeneration section (R–SOH)

MST (Multiplex Section Termination)

It manages the section overhead bytes for the Multiplexing section (M–SOH)

MSA (Multiplex Section Adaptation)

Processes the pointer to synchronize the sub–system and the line frequency

HPC (Higher order Path Connection)

Allows selection and grooming of the sixteen AU4 streams to utilize in the STM–16
frame.
The AU4 streams can belong to the Aggregate of the opposite side (pass–through) or to
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the Tributaries (Add/Drop).

Each signal is split over a 38 Mbit/s 4–wire bus.

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 The Card Controller subunit, mounted on it, manages the unit and interface the Equipment Controller, as
far as concern Alarms, Configuration, Performance Monitoring etc.
The equipment can be equipped with Booster units (2 max) to get longer span (see next paragraphs).
The Booster works as an integrated Optical Fiber Amplifier.
not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

Each Booster can be inserted in the same position of the Aggregates.

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As an alternative, the STM–16 Aggregate units can be connected to an external Optical Fiber Amplifier
to implement spans of the link.
The external Optical Fiber Amplifier alarm report is performed via discrete contacts (Housekeeping
incoming pins)
A bidirectional transmission on a single fiber is allowed by using an external optical passive coupler.
The transmission direction is set by using the first of the Media Dependent byte.

3.1.1.1 Booster units

The Booster unit is utilized when it is necessary to get longer span.

Max two Booster units can be inserted in the subrack.
Each Booster can be inserted in the same position of the Aggregates according the configuration of
Figure 32.

SLOT 17 18 19 20

ADD/DROP

W E W E
AGG. BOOSTER

SLOT 17 18 19 20

TERMINAL WEST

AGG. W BOOSTER W

SLOT 17 18 19 20

TERMINAL EAST

BOOSTER E AGG. E

SLOT 17 18 19 20

PROTECTED TERMINAL WEST

AGG. BOOSTER AGG. BOOSTER

W W W W
MAIN MAIN SPARE SPARE

SLOT 17 18 19 20

PROTECTED TERMINAL EAST

BOOSTER AGG. BOOSTER AGG.

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E E E E
MAIN MAIN SPARE SPARE

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 The Booster can differ by output optical power values: +10 dBm, +13 dBm, +15 dBm, +17 dBm.
The optical connectors FC/PC or SC/PC are accessible on the unit’s front coverplate.

The unit provides a direct optical amplification (i.e. without any intermediate optical / electrical conversion).

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The optical signal transmitted from the Aggregate to the Booster, is amplified and then transmitted towards
the external line.

The interconnection between Booster and Aggregate units is realized on the unit front optical connectors
by means of supplied optical cable.

The Aggregates utilized with Booster (taking into account the fiber type) are listed at para.4.1 on page 201.

The main functional blocks of the unit are:

INPUT MONITORING It detects the input optical power level, forwarded to the CONTROL
block.

AMPLIFIER It amplifies the optical signal using an Erbium–Doped Fiber as gain

medium. Gain within the doped fiber is induced inserting another
optical power, generated by a Pump Laser, into the signal path.
This circuits are contained in the Amplifier block.

OUTPUT MONITORING It detects the output optical power level, forwarded to the CONTROL
block.

CONTROL It adjusts the amplifier level by means of signals received from the
MONITORING blocks and other feedback indications from the
AMPLIFIER block. Further it supplies alarms and status to the MA-
NAGEMENT block

MANAGEMENT It handles the alarms and status of the unit, interfacing, by means of
the internal Card Controller, the Equipment Controller.
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 3.1.2 Connection sub–system

This sub–system allows all the tributaries and aggregates connections (see Figure 33. ).
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All the connections are realized at VC4 level, using the Aggregate HPC circuits.
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In this release are permitted:

• Tributary to Aggregate connections (drop–insert)

• Aggregate to Aggregate connection (East–west pass–through)

• Tributary to tributary VC4 cross–connection

Two sets of eight bitributaries has to be considered:
first set, the first four Bitributary units (slots 2,3,4,5): 1 to 8 tributary. This connection
is performed by the East Aggregate. In case of STM4 Tributary this means the two
units in the slots 2+3,4+5.
second set, the last four Bitributary units (slots 8,9,10,11): 9 to 16 tributary. This
connection is performed by the West Aggregate. In case of STM4 Tributary this
means the two units in the slots 8+9,10+11.
Inside each set a complete VC4 tributary to tributary cross–connection is possible.
Trib. to trib. cross–connection between tributaries of the two sets is not possible.
Trib–to–trib cross–connection is not possible when in Terminal configuration, but only in
Add/Drop configuration.

• Cross–connection of VC4 of the same side Aggregate

All the selections are software commanded and performed on the HPC dedicated circuits of the Aggregate
units.
All AU4 streams received on the HPC blocks can be mapped in any position of the STM–16 signal.

AGG. WEST MAIN 16 x AU4 AGG. EAST MAIN

Pass–Through
Agg. W–Agg.E
HPC’S HPC’S
16 x AU4 16 x AU4

SDH SDH
STM–16 MUX 18 x AU4 MUX STM–16
DEMUX Drop / Insert DEMUX
Agg. – Trib

Cross–Connection Trib to Trib (9–16) Trib to Trib (1–8) Cross–Connection

Agg. West Cross–Connection Cross–Connection Agg. East

AGG. WEST SPARE AGG. EAST SPARE

BITRIB BITRIB BITRIB BITRIB

or or or or
TRIB TRIB TRIB TRIB
STM1 (or 140) electrical/optical Bitrib. 1 to 4 STM1 (or 140) electrical/optical Bitrib. 5 to 9
or or
STM4 optical Tributary 1 and 2 STM4 optical Tributary 3 and 4
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 3.1.3 Tributary Sub–system

The equipment is provided with 9 tributary unit slots.

A max. of sixteen 140M/STM1 tributaries are available.

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The equipment can accept the following types of tributary signals:

• 140 Mbit/s, plesiochronous

• STM1 electrical, synchronous
• STM1 optical, synchronous
• STM4 optical, synchronous

The electrical and optical Bitributaries units house two tributaries, separately acceded.
The STM4 optical Tributary can be inserted into the same slots dedicated to the Bitributaries; each
Tributary taking two slots of Bitributary. A max of 4 STM4 tributaries can be equipped.

One slot is dedicated to the spare bitributary unit (N+1 protection), possible only for Electrical Bitributaries.
Two Switch Units can be housed into the equipment, in order to perform the N+1 EPS function for electrical
tributaries.

All the optical Tributary units (except that electrical) can be protected in 1+1 APS configuration.

The electrical tributary signals are accessed by means of max 16 Switch Modules, located at the top of
the subrack. The optical tributary signals are accessed directly on the front cover of the optical units.

The Switch Module subunits interface the tributary signals with the external source.
The electrical Switch Module subunits differ in mode of line termination and K20 standard protection (if
any).

The Electrical Bitributary can operate as a 140 Mbit/s signal or STM1 electrical signal, selectable via
software.
Heterogeneous tributaries configuration is allowed (i.e. mix of 140Mb/s, electrical STM–1, optical STM–1),
but N+1 protection is possible only for electrical tributaries.

With reference to Figure 31. on page 91 the main functional block of each unit employed is defined in the
following.
The Card Controller subunits mounted on each unit manages the units and interfaces the Equipment
Controller, as far as concern Alarms, Configuration, Performance Monitoring etc.
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 3.1.3.1 140/STM1 Electrical Bitributary

The unit can houses two tributaries which can be 140 Mbit/s plesiochronous tributary or 155 Mbit/s
electrical/synchronous (this facility is SW selectable).
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The Electrical Bitributary unit with ”HPOM” indication, present in Table 8. on page 68, permit the High order
Path Overhead Monitoring function. The HPOM feature is not operative in this release.

The following are the main bidirectional functional block for each trib.:

• PPI/SPI (Plesiochronous Physical Interface/Synchronous Physical Interface)

It interface the tributary signal with the external source by extracting timing (on the Tx side)
The circuit is utilized by both types of tributaries

• 140 Mbit/s

– LPA (Lower order Path Adaptation)

Inserts the 140 Mbit/s plesiochronous signal into the C4 synchronous container.

– HPT (Higher order Path Termination)

Manages the overhead byte (POH) thus structuring the virtual container (VC4)

– PG (MSA). Pointer Generator of Multiplex Section Adaptation

Insert a fixed pointer value in AUOH.

• 155 Mbit/s

– RST (Regenerator Section Termination)

Manages the first three lines of the SOH.

– MST (Multiplexer Section Termination)

Manages the last 5 lines of the SOH.

– MSA (Multiplex Section Adaptation)

Processes the AU4 pointer.

• MSP (Multiplexer Section Protection) and SNCP (Subnetwork Connection Protection)

This function is applicable to both types of Tributaries 140 or155 (NOT OPERATIVE).
Its function is to choose between the main/standby paths (MSP) and the East/West side (SNCP)
of the signals received from the Aggregates.
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The unit can manage two optical STM1 tributaries (155.52 Mb/s).

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

The STM1 Optical Bitributary units with ”HPOM” indication, present in Table 8. on page 68, permit the High

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order Path Overhead Monitoring function. The HPOM feature is not operative in this release.

The following are the main bidirectional functional blocks for each trib.:

• SPI (Synchronous Physical Interface)

It interfaces the unit with the input/output fibres by extracting the timing (on the Rx side)
and converting the optical signal to electrical and viceversa.

• RST (Regenerator Section Termination)

It manages the first three rows of the SOH in order to maintain the link between
regenerators.

• MST (Multiplex Section Termination)

It manages the last 5 rows of the SOH in order to maintain the link between multiplexers.

• MSA (Multiplex Section Adaptation)

It processes the AU4 pointer in order to adapt and synchronize the local timing with the
incoming/outgoing timing.

• MSP (Multiplex Section Protection) and SNCP (Subnetwork Connection Protection)

Its function is to choose between the main/spare paths (MSP) and the East/West side
(SNCP) of the signals received from the Aggregates (depending on type of network
protection).

3.1.3.3 STM4 Optical Tributary

The unit can manage an optical STM4 signal (622.08 Mb/s).

The following are the main bidirectional functional blocks of the unit (each block but SPI is quadrupled in
order to process an entire STM4):

• SPI (Synchronous Physical Interface)

It interfaces the unit with the input/output optical fibres by extracting the timing (on the Rx
side) and converting the optical signal to electrical and viceversa.

• RST (Regenerator Section Termination)

It manages the first three rows of the SOH in order to maintain the link between
regenerators.

• MST (Multiplex Section Termination)

It manages the last 5 rows of the SOH in order to maintain the link between multiplexers.

• MSA (Multiplex Section Adaptation)

It processes the AU4 pointer in order to adapt and synchronize the local timing with the
incoming/outgoing timing. AU4–4C concatenation is supported.

• MSP (Multiplex Section Protection) and SNCP (Subnetwork Connection Protection)

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Its function is to choose between the main/spare paths (MSP) and the East/West side
(SNCP) of the signals received from the Aggregates (depending on type of network
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 3.1.4 Protections Sub–system

The equipment is provided with automatic switching protections managed by the Equipment Controller
unit. The protections are activated following alarm detection, thus guaranteeing system availability.
not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

To switch, the equipment is provided with spare unit and suitable circuitry and devices.
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The operative protections of this release are:

– Equipment Protection

• 1 + N EPS (equipment protection Switching) for electrical tributaries

• 1 + 1 EPS (equipment protection Switching) for Clock Reference Unit

• Power Supply Protection. If three power supply units are utilized, one of these will be considered
as spare.

– Network Protection

• 1+1 single–ended APS (for Aggregates and Optical Tributaries)

• 1+1 linear dual–ended APS (for Aggregates and Optical Tributaries)

• VC4 Subnetwork Connection Protection (SNCP/I)

• 2F MS–SPRING, 2 fibres Multiple Section Shared Protection

• 4F MS–SPRING transoceanic option

• Dual node ring interworking

The switching information is also indicated on the Craft Terminal screen.

Future release of the equipment will also carry out other Network and Equipment Protections.

Protections are defined in the following

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 3.1.4.1 General description of the terms and definitions used in this paragraph

The types of protection are:

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

– Network Protection

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• 1+1 single–ended APS (for Aggregates and Optical Tributaries)
• 1+1 linear dual–ended APS (for Aggregates and Optical Tributaries)
• SNCP/I (VC4 Subnetwork Connection Protection, Inherent)
• 2F MS–SPRING, 2 fibres Multiple Section Shared Protection
• 4F MS–SPRING transoceanic option
• Dual node ring interworking

– Equipment Protection (EPS)

EPS (Equipment Protection Switching)

With EPS a spare unit fully replaces a faulty unit.

EPS is the action taken as a consequence of the detection of a permanent hardware fault (internal)
in a unit.

EPS is applicable only to units that are electrically interfaced. For EPS management, the units used as
spare must store a copy of the configuration of the protected units.

MS Linear trail Protection (1+1 linear APS)

Purpose of the protection is to use a spare connection if the working one is no longer available.
It supports linear network topology.
Switching might be caused by line failure or faulty hardware on another system connected to the one being
considered.
The protection is also used against hardware faults on the SDH line interface (Aggregates or Synchronous
Tributaries, this last not operative in this release); in this case it is assumed that the line interface is part
of the line.
It applies to the synchronous interfaces only.

The MS Linear trail protection allows two Operating Modes:

• Dual ended

• Single ended

In the dual ended operating mode the failure of one line, in one direction, determines the use of the spare
connection for both directions.
While in the single ended operating mode, the spare connection is used only in the direction where faults
have occurred.

SNCP (Subnetwork Connection Protection)

SNCP is used on ring network topology. It can be used on linear or meshed topology.

Switching occurs on the path , selecting (Rx side) the signal transmitted to both Tx West and East sides
(Single ended operation).

In this equipment SNCP is active on VC4 path.

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Drop and Continue is an architecture to connect sub–networks (rings), in order to improve traffic
availability.
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2F MS–SPRING

Two fiber Multiple Section–Shared Protection RING supports ring network topology only.
It requires only two fibres for each span of the ring.
Switch occurs on AU4, looped–back from the working to the spare AU4, carried on the same fiber.
The switching operation is dual ended, using K1, K2 byte of SOH and appropriate algorithm.

4F MS–SPRING Transoceanic option

See para 3.1.4.8, page123.

”Architecture types” and protection ”mode” are:

–1+1 : 1 spare line / unit is present for 1 working line / unit. Both in MS Linear trail and
EPS ( 1+1 EPS not operative in this release).
Spare carries the same amount of traffic as the working one.

–1:1 : 1 spare line / unit is normally used for lower priority traffic and can replace 1
working line / unit with high priority traffic. Both for MS Linear trail and EPS.
Not operative in this release.

–1:N : 1 spare line / unit is normally used for low priority traffic and can replace one out
of N line / unit with high priority traffic.
Not operative in this release

–1+N : 1 spare line / unit can replace one out of N working line / units.
MS Linear Trail 1 + N is not operative in this release

When N is greater than 1 each working line can be prioritized. This to decide which working line to protect
in case of double failure.

Two operating modes can be selected for the Trib. EPS 1+1 architecture only ( not available in this release)

– revertive

– not revertive

In the revertive operation the original switching configuration is automatically restored when the failure is
removed; in this case a suitable ”Wait time to restore” must be specified.
EPS 1+1 CRU is ”not revertive.” MS Linear Trail is ”not revertive”. EPS is N+1 ”is revertive”.
SNCP can be selected ”revertive” or ”not revertive”, with fixed ” wait time to restore ”.
2F MS SPRING is ”revertive”, with ” wait time to restore ” selection.
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 3.1.4.2 EPS for electrical tributaries

Types of protection:

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

• N+1 : – Trib. spare 1 protects trib. units 1 to 8

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This protection applies to all the electrical trib. ( 140 Mb/s, STM1 electrical)

EPS N+1 is only ”revertive”

The tributary electrical connections are realized on the Switch Modules mounted at the top of the subrack.

Switch Modules differ for type of connection.

Two Switch Units are also used in the N+1 protection configuration 140 Mb/s trib. and STM1 electrical trib.

– 140 Mb/s and STM1 electrical bitributary N+1 connections

Figure 34. on page 103 shows this connection. In this case the Switch Modules and two Switch
Units are used.

The 140 Mb/s or electrical STM1 signals are connected to the relevant tributary through the
Switch Modules.

The Modules can switch the Tx signals 1 to 16 towards the Switch Unit 1, the Rx signals
1 to 16 towards Switch Units 2

Switch Units 1 and 2 are connected to bitributary spare Tx and Rx side respectively.

When one couple of Module switches (commands MSW 1
8), the Switch Unit (1 and 2)
selects the switched signal and connects it to the Spare trib.

It is possible to protect a mixed composition of 140 Mb/s and STM–1 electrical signal of the
same bitrib. unit. (refer to Operators Handbook–Subrack Configuration).

The Spare Tributary keeps the same configuration of the failed trib. units (140 or STM1 for each
port).
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MSW1 MODULES
not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

140Mb/s =1

=
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or electrical SM
=1 140/155

=
STM1
BITRIBUTARY
1
=2

=
140Mb/s SM
or electrical =2
STM1 =

140Mb/s =1

=
or electrical SM
STM1 =3 140/155
=

BITRIBUTARY
2
=2

=
140Mb/s
or electrical SM
=4
=

STM1

=1

=
140Mb/s SM
or electrical = 13 140/155
=

STM1
BITRIBUTARY
7
=2
=

140Mb/s SM
or electrical = 14
=

STM1

140Mb/s =1
=

or electrical SM
= 15 140/155
=

STM1
BITRIBUTARY
8
=2
=

140Mb/s SM
or electrical = 16
=

STM1

=1
= = = =

=2
MSW8 = 3 SWITCH
=4 UNIT 1
”
”= 13 Tx
= = = =

SIGNALS
= 14 =1
=

= 15
= 16
BITRIBUTARY
SPARE
=1
= = = =

MSW1 =2
=

=2
EQUIPMENT = 3 SWITCH
=4 UNIT 2
CONTROLLER ”
MSW8 =” 13
= = = =

Rx
= 14 SIGNALS
= 15
= 16
MSW1 to 8
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 • Operating mode of the trib. EPS switch

The description is referred to Figure 35. on page 105 and is valid for 1+1 and N+1 protections.

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

The spare tributary houses the ”EPS Decisor” whose function is to process the alarm status received from

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the working tributaries (OK KO 1 to N), with the proper alarm status.
The EPS decisor takes account, in case of N+1 protection, of the signals priority.
By OK–KO signal it is meant:

– OK: USE THE SPARE. The spare unit is available and is replacing a faulty working unit
(”PROTECTION condition”)

– KO: DON’T USE THE SPARE. The spare unit has failed or no working unit has failed.
( ”IDLE” condition).

The other units concerned with switching receive the OK–KO signal from the spare trib. unit.
The OK–KO signals are also received from the working units used in a priority decisor to detect the working
tributary to substitute with a spare(N+1 protection).
The HWP circuits of the connected unit switch–over to the spare tributary unit.

The OK KO signals are also sent towards the Equipment Controller.

In this way the Equipment Controller sends the MSW1:MSW8 commands to the Switch Modules and
Switch Unit as described above.

The OK–KO functional signals, when transmitted to the various units, are called ”OSW” meaning OUTPUT
and ”ISW” meaning INPUT.
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HWP

TRIB T1
1
T1

OK–K01

TRIB TN
N
TN

PRIORITY
OK–K0N
DECISOR

AGGREGATE MAIN

EPS OK–KO
DECISOR

INTERNAL FAILURE TSP

TRIB. SPARE AGGREGATE

SPARE
OK–K01 OK–K0N

MSW1
EQUIPMENT
CONTROLLER
SMEC
MSW8
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The protection operates at unit level and allows switching over to a spare unit according to the following
arrangements:

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• Clock Reference unit: not revertive 1+1 switch

Switching occurs following a failure criteria associated with a unit failure (Card fail) or any internal failure
(Card missing, card or software mismatch, card not responding).

The 1+1 switch (not revertive) of the CRU unit involves all the units processing the synchronisms received
from the same CRU A and B (Tributaries, Aggregates, AUX/EOW), without the intervention of the
Equipment Controller unit.

All units switch upon receiving the unit failure alarm criteria from the same CRU A/B. Signals CKA/B,
(clocks) and CRU A/B ALARM are illustrated in Figure 53. on page 127.
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 3.1.4.4 MS Linear Trail Protection (1+1 linear APS)

The MS Linear Trail Protection, is a 1+1 linear APS (single ended/dual ended) line protection for STM–16
Aggregates and for Tributaries.
not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

NOTE: this protection can be applied only to optical ports.

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Max two Aggregates can be protected in 1+1 APS.

Max eight optical STM–1 Tributary ports can be protected in 1+1 APS.
Max two optical STM–4 Tributaries can be protected in 1+1 APS.
It operates at line and unit level, software detecting hardware internal and line failures.
The switching criteria are : Loss of Signal, Loss of frame, MS–AIS, Excessive BER and, with software
setting, Signal Degrade. (Signal Degrade is possible only for Single Ended Proprietary option).
It is not revertive.

With reference to Figure 36. on page 108., all the units connected to the Aggregate Main A and Spare B
of one side (tributary, and other side Aggregates) with HWP function, must bridge the same signal on both
”A” and ”B” Aggregate (Tx), while the selection of the signal coming from ”A”and ”B” depends on the status
of OK–KO signal of the Aggregates.

The Spare Aggregate (B) processes (decisor) the alarm status received from the Main Aggregate (A)
(OK–KO A signal) with the proper alarm status.

When Main Aggregate is in–service and OK, the status is defined as ”IDLE”.When Main Aggregate is KO
and spare is OK, the status is defined as ”PROTECTION”, and the Spare Aggregate in set into service.
All the connected units receive the OK–KO B command from the Spare Aggregate to select (switch of
HWP) the signal received from this unit (OK, SPARE selected; KO, MAIN selected).
The OK–KO functional signals, when transmitted to the various units, are called OSW meaning OUTPUT,
ISW meaning INPUT.

This feature permits a 1+1 protection in a linear link, where a path signal is protected by another dedicated
path which carries the same signal. The protection can be set both in single and in dual ended mode.
In single ended mode the protection is accomplished by switching only the signal affected by the failure.
In dual ended mode the protection is accomplished by switching both the affected and the unaffected
signals.
The switching signalling is carried over the APS channel (K1 and K2 bytes), using the K–byte protocol.

Figure 37. page 109 shows an example of linear single ended 1+1 protection, and the case of signal
switching after an unidirectional failure on the main link (FERF=Far End Receive Failure, APS=Automatic
Protection Switching). Note: the FERF signal is actually called MS–RDI =Remote Defect Indication.

Figure 38. page 109 shows an example of linear dual ended 1+1 protection, and the case of signal switching
after an unidirectional failure on the main link.
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UNIT 1

BRIDGE
A
A
MAIN
B AGGREGATE MAIN

HWP A A
A

B
SWITCH OK–KO A

DECISIOR
OK–KO B
INTERNAL +
B LINE FAIL SPARE

A
UNIT n B Tx SPARE
B AGGREGATE
A Rx B
B

OK–KO B

STATION 1 STATION 2

Figure 36. 1+1 MS Linear Trail Protection (single ended)

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MAIN MAIN
2

1
SPARE SPARE
2
a) Normal conditions

APS SWITCH
1
MAIN MAIN
2
FERF

1
SPARE SPARE
2

b) Unidirectional failure

Figure 37. Linear 1+1 single ended protection

Dual ended 1+1

1
MAIN MAIN
2

1
SPARE SPARE
2

a) Normal conditions

APS
1 SWITCH
MAIN MAIN
2
APS

1
SPARE SPARE
SWITCH 2

b) Unidirectional failure

Figure 38. Linear 1+1 dual ended protection

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 3.1.4.5 SNCP

SNCP is employed on ring networks on which several equipment have been installed.
If can be also employed in Linear on Mesh network topology.

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

Two operating mode can be selected for single VC SNCP:

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• revertive

• not revertive

In the revertive operation the ”Wait time to restore” is fixed at 5 min.

As stated in the example shown in Figure 39. on page 111 several equipment (numbered 1 to 5) are
ring–connected on a looped path.
Each of the equipment on the node is bidirectionally connected (East and West sides).One of the two
directions represent the main path (clockwise).The opposite direction will utilize a second fiber line for the
spare traffic (counter clockwise).

The automatic protection intervenes upon detecting path failure.

Each transmitting tributary node is permanently connected (bridge) in the main traffic direction (clockwise)
and in the protected traffic direction(counter clockwise).
The Tx signal reaches destination through two different paths thus enabling the node receiving it to select
the best one (switch).

The example of Figure 39. on page 111 illustrates the connection between two tributaries (T1 and T2) and
relevant input/output nodes with associated pass–throughs.

For example, T1 is transmitted by equipment 2 in both directions, but will be extracted from equipment
5 by the main connection (clockwise).

A failure or degrade on the main path causes to switch over to the spare one with subsequent and
simultaneous check on the two paths.
It can be deduced from the above that one–way directions concerns not only ring propagation but
switching as well. When the receiving end switches no information is sent to the corresponding Tx side
to activate the switching operation at the remote end. (Single ended ”switching operation)

To manage switching the SNCP architecture utilizes the data inherent to the Path and not to the Line.
Switching is in fact activated by defective operations occurring at the VC4 levels.
When the path is no longer available, an AIS signal is transmitted on the same path to activate protection.
In this manner SNCP can protect the paths following cable break–down or failures along the fiber and
nodes.
Cable break–down concerns all the fibers it contains hence it places traffic in both directions out–of–
service, while a failure concerns only one fiber.

The Tributary units are provided with a path switching circuit (bridge + switch).
Its enabling depends on the equipment configuration.

With SNCP each working path has a dedicated protection path.

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T1, T2 PASS–THROUGH

2 4
BRIDGE
T2

T1
T2 PASS–THROUGH T1 PASS–THROUGH

SWITCH
COUNTER
CLOCKWISE
CLOCKWISE
1 5

T1

T2 T1 PASS–THROUGH T2 PASS–THROUGH

Figure 39. Typical ring network with SNCP

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(see Figure 40. on page 113, Figure 41. on page 114, Figure 42. on page 115, Figure 43. on page 115)

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

The Drop and Continue architecture has been implemented in the network to improve traffic availability.

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Drop and Continue is a way of protecting a path crossing a number of sub–networks, e.g., rings.

The sub–networks should be connected through at least two nodes (so realizing two independent
connections).

The equipment is configured as ”DROP and CONTINUE” on each interconnection node.

The subnetworks’ equipment implement the SNCP connection.

The resulting architecture affords protection against multiple failures (evenly distributed one per
subnetwork) tolerated without traffic loss (node failure or single cable cut).

The traffic entities interconnected by the Drop and Continue feature can be, for 1664 SM equipment AU–4.

The Drop and Continue feature improves traffic availability as compared with the simple ”end–to–end
SNCP”. More subnetworks are connected the further is availability increased.

The Drop and Continue features simultaneously realizes the following on one node:

• unidirectional pass–through

• protected drop

• insertion in one direction

The configurations achievable are:

• D/C–W INS–W

• D/C–E INS–W

• D/C–E INS–E

• D/C–W INS–E

D/C stands for ”Drop and Continue”, the letter after it (W=West, E=East) indicates the ”drop protected” side
(e.g., W means West main side, and the spare side is the East one).
The end letter (INS–E or INS–W) indicates the insert side.

The ”Unidirectional pass–through” is always in the direction opposite to that of the ”insert” side (e.g., when
”INS E” the pass–through is from East to West).

For further information refer to Figure 40. on page 113 which shows the D/C–W INS–W configuration.
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WEST AGGREGATES EAST

Rx Tx

Tx Rx

TRIBUTARY

Tx Rx

Figure 40. Drop and Continue D/C W INS W

The ”Drop and Continue” featuring two connected rings (with dual connection) is indicated in Figure 41. on
page 114.

Nodes 3, 4, 6 and 10 are configured as Drop and Continue.

SNCP protection is enabled throughout the equipment. When in normal condition, the unidirectional way
of traffic from 1 to 8 is supposed to be 1  2  3  6  7  8.

After a failure on the 1st ring between nodes 2 and 3 (see Figure 42. on page 115), the link direction is:
1  5  4  3  6  7  8.

Pass–through is used between nodes 4 and 3, and switch on node 3.

After a second failure on the 2nd ring between nodes 6 and 7 (see Figure 43. on page 115) the selected
direction on the link is: 1  5  4  10  9  8.

The operative switch is on node 8 and the previous pass–through between nodes 4 and 3 is no more used.
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Figure 41. Drop and Continue

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 3.1.4.7 2F MS–SPRING

(See Figure 44. to Figure 49. page 116 to121 )

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This protection is foreseen for the ring network topology of which it withstands single failures only in dual

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ended switching modality (use K1–K2 byte with appropriate algorithm).
Its operation mode is revertive.

A 2F MS–SPRING consists of a set (from 2 to 16) of Network Elements each equipped with a double
bidirectional (Tx and Rx) aggregate port.
The NEs are connected in a ring by means of two optical fibers, one for the clockwise direction and the
other for the counter–clockwise one.

The MS SPRING protection is an alternative with respect to SNCP. While MS SPRING allows the
connection at the same time on the clockwise and on the counterclockwise direction on the same AU4
that can be inserted and extracted in each span, on the contrary the SNCP connection engages the same
AU4 on both sides for the whole link.

The band with of a 2F MS–SPRING is divided into two halves of equal capacity called respectively
”working” (AU4# 1 to AU4# 8) and ”protection” capacity (AU4#9 to AU4# 16). The AU4# 1 is protected
by AU4#9 up to AU4#8 that is protected by the AU4#16. The ”working ” capacity is used to carry the ”high
priority traffic”, while the ”protection” capacity can be used for ”low priority” traffic that is lost in case of
failure. See Figure 44. on page116
In this release the ”low priority” connection are not managed.
The MS SPRING algorithm starts as a consequence of the following Section alarms:
• LOS, LOF, MS AIS, EXBER (B2), SIGNAL DEGRADE (B2)

TRIBUTARY
PROTECTED
SIGNAL

e w w

w e
1 2 3

6 5 4
e w

w e w e

TRIBUTARY
PROTECTED
SIGNAL

WORKING CHANNELS (AU4#1 TO AU4#8)

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PROTECTION CHANNELS (AU4#9 TO AU4#16)

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 APS in 2–fiber MS–SPRING

In case of fibre break the APS for 2F MS–SPRING uses a synchronized sequence of ”bridge” and
”switch” operations that modify the internal connections of the two NEs adjacent to the failure and
not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

displaces ”working” (high priority) AU4s into ”protection” (low priority) AU4s.
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Only the NEs adjacent to the failure are interested to the ”switch” and ”bridge” functions while for all other
NEs the final configuration is a ”pass through” of all ”protection” (low priority) AU4s.

The following Figure 45. and Figure 46. on page 118 highlight how the connections are modified as a
consequence of a ”bridge ” or a ”switch” operation.

• The ”Bridge” operation on the East side for example in the cited figure, has the effect of routing
the outgoing ”high priority” West traffic also to the outgoing ”protection” East capacity.
The Bridge function adds a connection on the opposite side and on the relevant AU protection.

• When a ”Switch” operation is working on the West side all of the connections that have as
a source an AU4 belonging to the East working capacity are replaced by connections that have
as a source the incoming West protection traffic, maintaining the first destination of the signal.
The Switch function replaces the incoming flow with a protection one, coming form the opposite
side.

The diagram of Figure 47. on page 118 depicts the final effect of this synchronized steps of operations.
That are carried out via a protocol using the K1 and K2 bytes by means of witch the failed span is replaced
with the capacity of the protection traffic of the span not affected by the failure.

W E W E

W E W E

protection
working

BEFORE AFTER

Figure 45. Effect of a BRIDGE EAST operation

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W E W E

protection
BEFORE working AFTER

Figure 46. Effect of SWITCH WEST operation

SWITCH BRIDGE
TRIBUTARY WEST WEST SWITCH
PROTECTED EAST BRIDGE
SIGNAL EAST

E W E W

W E
1 2 3

6 5 4
E W

(*) (*)

W E W E

WORKING CHANNELS TRIBUTARY

PROTECTED
PROTECTION CHANNELS SIGNAL

BRIDGE

SWITCH
(*) All protection AU4 are put in Pass–through in the 5th and 6th NEs
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 An example of 2F MS–SPRING is in Figure 48. on page 120.

In the example a ring of four nodes is protected with 2F MS–SPRING

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AU4–1 carries the traffic of each span : C–B, B–A, A–D, D–C
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AU4–2 carries the traffic D–B (pass–through in C)

AU4–9 protects AU4–1

AU4–10 protects AU4–2

After a failure in the section C–B, the following actions are taken C and B nodes:

– node B : Tributary access 1 and 2, previously drop–inserted on AU4–1 and AU4–2

WEST, are switched respectively on AU4–9 and AU4– 10 EAST.
In this way, by means node A and D, reach nodes C.

– node C: Tributary access 1, previously drop–inserted on AU4.1 EAST, is switched on

AU4–9 WEST
In this way, by means nodes D and A, reaches node B.
Rx AU4–2 WEST, previously in pass–through on Tx AU4–2 EAST, is looped on
Tx AU4–10 WEST. In this way, by means nodes D–A, reaches node B (Signal
transmitted D to B).
Rx AU4–2 EAST is no move received.
So, on Tx AU4–2 WEST is looped the Rx AU4–10 WEST.
In this way, signal transmitted by node B flows on nodes A–D–C and here is
looped reaching again node D.

– nodes A and D have no switching

We can obtain from the example that is possible bandwidth re–use for some traffic patterns (AU4–9
protects four connections on AU4–1) having the same protection for several connections (shared
protection).
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D A . AU4 1 A B : AU4 1

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AU4.9–Prot. AU4.1

AU4.10 Prot. AU4.2

D B

C
D C : AU4 1 C B : AU4 1

D B : AU4 2

E
D B
W

W E

C B

WEST EAST WEST EAST

AU4 AU4 AU4 AU4
1 1 1 1
2 2 2 2
9 9 9 9
10 10 10 10

1 1 1 1
2 2 2 2
9 9 9 9
10 10 10 10

1 1 2
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The Squelching function is activated when a node that carries Tributary Drop/Insert, remains isolated
because of a double failure.
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In this case to avoid misconnections on the AU4 involved in MS SPRING protection, an AIS signal will be
inserted on Low Priority streams transmitted from the nodes adjacent to the isolated one. See Figure 49.

Initially before the double failure isolated the Node 2, connections between Trib3 and Trib1 and between
Trib2 and Trib4 were both active on AU4 #1 in the example.

After the second failure and without the Squelch function the MS SPRING algorithm would activate the
Bridge and Switch functions on the nodes adjacent to the Node2 and would act a misconnection between
Trib3 and Trib4 by means the protection AU4#9 in the example. In virtue of Squelching function the Nodes
adjacent to the isolated Node2 send AIS on Low Priority AU4#9 avoiding in this way the misconnection
between Trib3 and Trib4 in this case.

After the failure has been removed, a similar reverse sequence of operations on the NEs adjacent to the
recovered span will be activated. The reverse procedure can start after a step configurable WTR ( 5 sec.,
5 min., 10 min., 15 min.).

TRIB. 3 TRIB. 1 TRIB. 2 TRIB. 4

AU4 #1 AU4 #1 AU4 #1 AU4 #1

E W E W
BRIDGE SWITCH
WEST EAST

1 SWITCH
2 3
WEST BRIDGE
EAST

E
(SF/SD) (SF/SD)
W
AIS ON
AU4 # 9 AIS ON
AU4# 9
5 4

AIS ON AIS ON AIS ON

AU4 # 9 AU4 # 9 AU4 # 9
PASS–THROUGH PASS–THROUGH PASS–THROUGH
6

WORKING CHANNELS

PROTECTION CHANNELS

Figure 49. Squelching on isolated Node connection

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 MS – SPRING Interworking

When a 2f MS–SPRING is interworked with another ring (either SNCP OR MS–SPRING), the
interconnection of the two is performed by connecting two nodes per ring with HVC connections, as shown

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in Figure 50.

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Each VC4 that has to cross the ring boundary (only HVC level ring interconnections are considered here)
must be output by two nodes, one of which, the Primary Service Node (PSN) drops it and continues to the
Secondary Service Node (SSN). In the opposite direction, the SSN inserts a copy of the VC4 into the ring
and the PSN selects by means the Primary Node Service Selector function, between the VC4 coming
from the SSN and the VC4 that can be locally inserted by means an STM–1 Tributary. The selection is
made on the Path–AIS basis (AU–AIS).

The main connection is towards the STM–1 Tributary

The protection mechanism works on the hypothesis that the other ring selects one of the two versions
of the incoming VC4 and transmits two identical copies of the VC4 towards the PSN and the SSN ( this
is guaranteed if the other ring is an MS–SPRING or an SNCP ring).

Note that the PSN and the SSN need not to be adjacent and need not to be the same for all of the VC4
that cross the ring boudary: i.e. each crossing VC4 has two associated nodes that act as PSN and SSN.

In the Connection Configuration Applications this function is named: D/C IC W(E) that means Drop and
Continue, Insert Connection (protected) . The letter (W=West, E=East) indicates the insertion side of AU4
data stream coming from Tributary or from Line.

2F MS–SPRING

Secondary
Primary SS Service
Service Node
Node

SNCP or MS–SPRING

SS = Service Selector
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 3.1.4.8 Four Fiber MS–SPRING Transoceanic application

Specifications: ITU–T G.841–Annex A

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As described in the above mentioned Rec.G.841, the approach of the general purpose MS–SPRING when
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applied to very long transmission distances (more than 1500 km) as transoceanic links, is insufficient.
Due to the loop–backs and switchings occurring after particular failures in the general MS–SPRING, the
restored path would lead the signal to cross the ocean three times. The consequent delay will then result
in degraded performance.
In the MS–SPRING for transoceanic applications this problem is avoided by switching only the affected
AU–4 tributaries, at the relevant sources and destinations, onto the protection channels that travel away
from the failure. The protection system is accomplished by using the ring maps and the K–byte protocol.
The extra channels not involved in the failure and not overlapping with the restored working channels will
still be continued also after the failure.
The four fibre ms–spring requires four fibres for each span of the ring, working and protection channels
are carried over different fibres. Four Aggregate Units are needed for each node.
The four fibre ms–spring supports ring switching as well as span switching.
Ring switching: the affected AU4 is switched at source/destination onto the relevant protection channel
travelling in opposite direction of failure.
Span switching: the affected AU4 is switched onto the relevant protection channel travelling in the same
direction of failure, at the nodes adjacent the failure.

The ”dual node ring interworking” configurations between more rings 4F–MSSPRING, or between
4F–MSSPRING and HO–SNCP ring, or between 4F–MSSPRING and 2F–MSSPRING are supported.

The Figure 51. illustrates a general case example of a full capacity STM–16 node (NPE, Network
Protection Element), used in the 4F–MSSPRING systems, where all the 64 AU4 channels are terminated.
Here HP stands for High Priority traffic, LP for Low Priority, W for West side, E for East side; the working
band is shadowed and the protection band is blank.
An NPE station is composed of 4 1664–SM, each 1664–SM is equipped with 4 aggregate units.
In the nodes where the drop/insert capacity is not fully used (or where AU4 channels are transited) the
equipment tributaries are in correspondence partially equipped, and also the number of 1664–SM for each
NPE can be reduced.

The Figure 52. illustrates an example of a 4F–MSSPRING composed of six nodes. Case (b) shows an
example of ring switching, while case (c) an example of span switching. The existing low priority traffic will
not be interrupted if the used channels are not overlapping with the restored working traffic.

The procedure to set the 4F–MSSPRING configuration is described in the 1664–SM ”Operator
Handbook”.
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W E
NPE

1664–SM 1664–SM 1664–SM 1664–SM

W E W E W E W E
16HP 16HP

16HP 16HP

16LP 16LP

16LP 16LP

16W 16W 16E 16E 16W 16W 16E 16E

INS DROP INS DROP INS DROP INS DROP

WORK (HP) WORK (HP) EXTRA (LP) EXTRA (LP)

Figure 51. 4F–MSSPRING. Full capacity NPE (example)

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A B C

F E D

WORKING BAND
PROTECTION BAND
LP HP
a) Normal routing configuration

HP HP HP LP

A B C

F E (*) D

LP HP
b) Re–routing configuration in case of double bidirectional failure (ring switching)

HP HP HP LP

A B C
(*)

F E D

LP HP
c) Re–routing configuration in case of single bidirectional failure (span switching)

Note (*): The extra traffic LP is not interrupted, if not overlapping with the restored working channels
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Figure 52. 4F–MSSPRING. Example of routing in case of failures

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 3.1.5 Synchronizing sub–system

(see Figure 53. on page 127)

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The equipment is mainly synchronized by the Enhanced Clock Reference unit in compliancy with the

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ITU–T G.81S and with the G.783 Recs. based on Timing Marker management.
Two enhanced CRU unit types are possible. They only differ from the ”holdover” operation respectively
1ppm/day and 0,37 ppm/day.
The scope of the unit is of supplying the other units inside the equipment with a 38 MHz clock and relevant
sync. signal (T0), and an external 2 MHz clock (T4).

The unit operates in three different modes:

• locked
• hold–over
• free–running

In the ”locked” operating mode the unit receives the following timing signals:

• 38 MHz clock from the STM–N Aggregates or Tributaries (T1)

• 2048 kHz clock (G.703) received from the external source (T3).

T2 signals (clock from 2 Mbit/s tributaries) are not used in this equipment.

A max. of 6 references are software–selected through the Craft Terminal and the commands are sent from
the Equipment Controller towards the sub–unit Card Controller.

The synch. references can be either manually selected through CT/OS, or automatically through the
algorithm on the CRU unit.
Automatic selection of the timing references (T0 local and T4 external) is principally based on the quality
of each reference derived from the SOH’s byte S1 (SSMB) of the STM–N Aggregates and Tributaries.

CT/OS will assign a quality level to permit using the ”SSM Algorithm” to select the ”timing source” when
implementing non STM–N signals or signals coming from equipment not managing byte S1.
When the quality levels are identical the selection criteria is based on the set priority.

The reference quality level utilized to generate T0, or a quality level forced by CT/OS is inserted on the
SSMB of the STM–N signals outputting the equipment.

The QL6 criteria is sent to the ”NEi clock” which had supplied the synch. reference to obtain the T0. This
operation is carried out to prevent the”timing reference” synchronizing the supplier NEi (timing loop).

Switching between the references also depends on the alarm conditions detected on the signals.
Other types of operating modes are possible. With regard to ”Hold–over”, the unit holds the last valid
reference with a max. shift of 1 ppm/day (or 0.37 ppm/day) unit. This operating mode is associated with
the loss of references selected by the operator.

In the ”Free–running” operating mode the local clock has a  4.6 ppm accuracy.
The unit operates in this mode when no valid synchronism signals are present nor hold–over reference
values are stored.

Selection of the 1+1 protected units receiving the reference clock depends on the CRU alarm conditions.
The unit provides the external equipment (T4) with a 2048 kHz clock. This clock can be obtained either
directly from the T0 output signal, or by processing the T1 timing signals with the selection references
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(priority,quality, Timing signals list).

The Card Controller subunit, mounted on the unit, manages it and interface the Equipment Controller, as
far as concern Alarms, Configuration, Performance Monitoring etc.

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CRU B ALARM
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CRU CRU
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SELECT. SELECT.

CKA CKB CKA CKB

SW SELECT.
CRU A ALARM
EQUIPMENT
CONTROLLER

CARD CONTROLLER

T1
RECEIVED CLOCKS

FROM 1 CKA
STM–N CLOCK + SYNC. (TO)
T2 FOR ALL UNITS
NOT
USED QUALITY PRIORITY
6 CLOCK (T4)
T3 EXT
FROM
EXT
(2MHz)

HOLD OVER

FREERUNNING

CLOCK REFERENCE UNIT A

CK B (TO)

CLOCK REFERENCE UNIT B

CK (T4)
EXT

Figure 53. Synchronizing sub–system

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 3.1.6 Auxiliary and Overhead Sub–system

The SDH Standard offers a considerable quantity of service channels in the Section Overhead bytes
(SOH) and Path Overhead bytes (POH) of the synchronous frame. These bytes are used for alignment,

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parity check and network management operations etc..

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Part of them are also used for user data and speech channels and are interfaced towards the Aggregate,
and Tributary units through different ”Auxiliary” units.

The SL–SM AUX/EOW EXTENSION unit and the AUX/EOW EXTENSION unit realize the analog speech
by–pass between the two aggregate sides, and can also establish a connection with an external telephone
set.
The SL–SM AUX/EOW WIDE NETWORK and the AUX/EOW UNIT allows digital speech by–bass and
can be used on wide networks.

The AUX unit can be used as required:

• to externally access the service interfaces

• to connect the external access points to the SOH and POH bytes of the units (terminations)
• to allow the SOH and POH bytes to pass through the various units

The external access points of the unit are:

• 1 local operator’s set for speech connections useful for service communication in the link.
The SL–SM AUX/EOW WIDE NETWORK and the AUX/EOW UNIT permit the speech digital
bypass and can be used for wide networks.
• three 64 Kbit/s G.703 data channels
• three V.11 data channels

The AUX and the various units are wired in the following manner:

• four 5.2 Mbit/s connections (SOH–BUS), one per four (max.) Aggregates, to manage the SOH’s
auxiliary bytes.
• one 4.86 Mbit/s connection termed OH–BUS to manage the POH and SOH auxiliary bytes of
the Tributaries.

The Craft Terminal is utilized to software–select the terminations and pass–through’s of the SOH and POH.
This type of programming allows access to the overhead bytes, hence guaranteeing service extension in
compliancy with standard applications.
In the Operators Handbook are indicated the byte really operative

Other OH–BUSses are present (Trib–Aggr OHBUS, at 4.86 Mb/s):

– Two OH–BUS to transfer DCC bytes (D1–D12). Not operative.

– One OH–BUS to realize 1+1 MS Linear Trail DUAL ENDED protection.

It wire connect bytes K1 – K2 and S (serial alarms) among all the STM–1 and STM–16 units

– One OH–BUS to realize 2F MS SPRING and 4F MS SPRING protection.

Figure 54. on page 129, summarizes the description given and illustrates the OH bytes utilized by each unit
on the OH–BUS streams.
The frames of overhead bytes are described, at various labels in Figure 58. on page 135, Figure 59. on
page 136, Figure 60. page 137, and Figure 62. on page 139.
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The Card Controller subunit, mounted on the AUX unit, manages it and interfaces the Equipment
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AUXILIARY ACCESSES

OW extension
64Kb/s V11

OW

AGGR. INTERFACES AGGR.

W–A E–A

W–B E–B

SOH 5.2 Mb/s SOH 5.2 Mb/s

SOH 5.2 Mb/s SOH 5.2 Mb/s

SOH : E1,E2,F1
and Free SOH bytes

OH BUS 4,86 Mb/s

140: F2,F3
(POH) Transmitted on aggregate link
155: E1,E2,F1
and Free SOH bytes
TRIB.
(NOTE a)

Trib–Aggr OHBUS (4.86Mb/s)

... =1 ... Trib–Aggr OHBUS
=9

(NOTE b)

NB.: for Speech only E1–E2,

only for Aggregates and
STM1 Tributaries

NOTES a): 140/STM1 electr. Bitrib. or STM1 optic. Bitrib. or STM4 opt.Trib.
b): #9 for Electrical Bitrib. 1+N, #8 for Optical Bitrib., #4 for opt.STM4 Trib.

Figure 54. Auxiliaries/Overheads block diagram

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(see Figure 55. on page 131)

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The Control sub–system residing on the equipment represents the lowest SDH network management

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level.
Besides analyzing the operating status of the equipment, it also controls the protections + switching and
carries out management functions (e.g.,configuration).
The control sub–system consists of the Equipment Controller unit and of the Card Controller sub–units
all of which belong to equipment units excerpt for the Power Supply unit. They are connected through the
LIECB and NIECB bus.
The LIECB bus contains all the operating data as well as the unit configuration data. NIECB swops the
DCC bytes data for the TMN (Q–ECC).

The alarm criteria activates the LEDs situated on the decentralized units and on the Equipment Controller,
and also enables the forwarding of data towards a source external to the equipment.
The meaning of each LED indicating alarm condition is explained in the access points figures in chapter
2 on page 65.
The Power Supply unit too forwards its alarm criteria to the Equipment Controller.
The connections with the AND–OR/3 sub–unit allow to obtain alarm data on the station power supply .
An additional function of the Controller sub–system is of interfacing the Equipment Controller with a source
external to the equipment.

These connections and relevant functions are:

• Interface F for local management operations through the Craft terminal.

It carries out operations which are considered essential when having to activate, service and
maintain the equipment.

The operations realized are:

– Events and alarms reports

– Operative commands
– Memory events and alarms for maintenance
– Forwarding and checking configurations for equipment, connection, TMN dialog
– Administrative functions with operators enabling and password definition and change
– Performance measurements.
– Updating the equipment software release through software download operations.
The management applications are realized by means of sets of diskettes supplied with the
equipment (see ”Chapter 2. CONFIGURATION” on page65).
For installation, description, ect see the Operator’s handbook.

When Remote Craft Terminal option is used, by means one F interface is possible manage a
max of 32 equipment.

• Interface QB3 to connect the Operation System of the TMN network.

In this manner it is possible to carry out network management functions on several equipment
from a center. The functions realized are as those for local management.

• Interface QB2 (not operative in this release).

It is used to connect the external non SDH equipment with the TMN network (Mediation Device
operation).
• Commands forwarded towards the rack to light up the relevant lamps
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• Equipment remote alarms accessible at the tagblocks

• Customized parallel contacts to receive/transmit alarms; accessible at the tagblock.
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CARD CONTROLLER

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LOCAL
F CRAFT
TERMINAL

QB3
OPERATION
SYSTEM
LIECB
QB2
UNIT n UNIT EXTERNAL
NIECB MANAGEMENT NON SDH
INTERFACE INTERFACES EQUIPMENT

CARD CONTROLLER

RACK LEDS

REMOTE ALARMS

Figure 55. Controller subsystem

POWER SUPPLY EQUIPMENT CONTROLLER PARALLEL CONTACTS
1
2
3

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 3.1.7.1 Network Management Interfaces

The management of the equipment is realized by an external computer connected to it.

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

The computer is classified as:

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• Craft Terminal (CT), whose function is limited to manage single equipments.

• Operations System (OS), whose function is widened to networks management. Further it

permits the connection to the Telecommunications Management Network (TMN).

Figure 56. on page 133 illustrates an example of management architecture of the equipment.

The Craft Terminal interface is an EIA–RS232 type (F interface). It can be:

– local, connecting the Craft Terminal via the F interface.

– remote, from another SDH equipment or SDH gateway of the network where a Craft Terminal is
connected (to the F interface), addressing the actual equipment. In this case the management
information is transported by the optical network, utilizing DCC bytes (Qecc link), or routed by a LAN.
When Remote Craft Terminal option is used, a max of 32 equipments are manageable by means of
one F interface. This equipment can address and manage remote SDH nodes by means of this
functionality.

Interface QB3 permits to establish connection with the OS, by using the AUI Adapter subunit (10 base
2 or 10 base T). The management information can be transported by the optical network, utilizing DCC
bytes (Qecc protocol) or by a dedicated LAN network.

It supports dual addressing to OS, allowing OS redundancy protection.

The connection mode is indicated in the following (see Figure 57. on page 133).The Equipment Controller
unit transfers messages between QB3 and DCC.
To forward TMN messages towards other NE’s, the Equipment Controller uses the NIECB connection with
the Card Controller of the East and West Aggregate units (STM–1 tributaries units as well, if any).
In this way the messages are transmitted on D1:D12 bytes of STM (DCC).The connected NE extracts the
messages from these bytes and sends them to the Equipment Controller.
In the selected NE the Equipment Controller uses the LIECB connection to exchange data with the card
controller of the various units.
This data is then transferred towards the Operative System via the Aggregates DCC. In all the NE not
involved the Equipment Controller lets through the DCC between the two aggregates.

3.1.8 Power Supply Sub–system

Power to the equipment units is supplied by two or three Power Supply units. When three Power Supply
units are present, one is a spare (hot stand–by) and can be removed without causing trouble to service.

Protection to the station power supply is afforded by 16A circuit breakers at the top of the S9 rack.
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OPERATION 1664 SM OPERATION

SYSTEM GATEWAY SYSTEM
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LAN
LAN DCN LAN
BRIDGES BRIDGES

QB3

1664 SM F CRAFT 1664 SM F F

GATEWAY TERMINAL GATEWAY 1664 SM

DCC DCC

DCC

1664 SM 1664 SM 1664 SM F

NE NE NE

CRAFT
F TERMINAL DCN : DATA COMMUNICATION NETWORK

Figure 56. 1664 SM general management architecture

OPERATION
SYSTEM

LAN

QB3
AUI–ADAPTER

AGG. W

S DCC
T CARD SMEC AGG.
M CONTR. E
NIECB NIECB

NE
AGG. E NE ( 1664 SM–GATEWAY ) LIECB

NIECB
S
M LIECB
E
C
NIECB

AGG. W
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The SDH Standard offers a considerable quantity of service channels in the Section OverHead (SOH)
bytes of the frame. These bytes are used for section maintenance (frame alignment, parity check, network

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management operations, auxiliary communications, etc.).

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The structures of some SDH frames involved in the equipment are reported in the following pages of
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J1
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B3
C2
G1 C–4
F2 or VC–4
H4 VC4 PAYLOAD
F3
K3
N1

POH OF VC–4

• J1 (path trace) utilized to transmit in a cyclic mode a 64–octet configuration in order to check
the connection continuity. Not operative in this release.

• B3 resulting from the BIP–8 performed on the previous VC–4, before the scrambler.

• C2 (signal label) = the configurations are utilized to indicate if VC–4 is equipped or not or the
payload structure.

• G1 (path status) utilized to transmit information on the link status to the remote terminal.

– four bits contain the FEBE Tx (Far End Block Error) signal, where the decimal numbers
0–8 indicate the number of violations of BIP–8 (the illegal values 9 to 15 indicate absence
of errors);

– one bit to carry the FERF Tx alarm signal and three unused bits

• F2, utilized to transmit and cross connect a data channel received from the AUX unit (OHBUS
functional block)

• H4, multiframe indicator (utilized for the payloads structured through TUG) which indicates the
subframe of each multiframe.

• K3, Higher Order Protection (HOP), not operative in current release.

• N1, network operator byte (for Tandem Connection Protocol) , not operative in current release.

• F3 , utilized to transmit and cross connect a data channel received from the AUX unit (OHBUS
functional block) , used only for 140 tributary

Figure 58. VC–4 Structure and POH byte contents

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A1 A1 A1 A2 A2 A2 C1

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RSOH B1 E1 F1

D1 D2 D3

AU POINTERS PAYLOAD STM–1

B2 B2 B2 K1 K2 9 ROWS

D4 D5 D6

MSOH D7 D8 D9

D10 D11 D12

S1 Z1 Z1 Z2 Z2 M1 E2

• the 6 octets of type A1 = 11110110 and A2 = 00101000 constitute the alignment word (48 digits)
• C1 indicates the STM–1 Tributary inside an STM–N signal.
• octet B1, resulting from the BIP–8 procedure performed on the previous frame at the scrambler
output, is inserted into the current frame before scrambling.
Octet B1 is utilized to estimate the BER in the regenerator section;
• The three B2 octets, resulting from the BIP–24 encoding performed on the previous frame
without the first three rows of SOH, are inserted into the current frame before scrambling; they
are not estimated again in the repeaters because they are utilized to estimate the BER between
multiplexer.
• E1 and E2 are utilized for service telephone communication between regenerators /E1) and
between muldex and muldex (E2).
• D1–D3 are utilized as a 192Kbit/s channel for data communication (DCC= Data Communication
Channel) between regenerates in the TMN network.
• D4–D12 are utilized as a 576Kbit/s channel for data communication (DCC) between
multiplexers in the TMN network.
• F1 is utilized to transmits a data channel received from AUX unit.
• K1 and K2 are utilized for APS indications (Automatic Protection Switching).
The last four K2 bits are used like MS–RDI multiplex section remote indication for FERF and
AIS alarms between the multiplexers.
• S1 indicates synchronism status.
• Z1 and Z2 are spare bytes for function not yet defined. Not operative
• M1 byte, indicates MS–REI Far–end Block Errors (FEBE) for the multiplex section.
• X Byte reserved for national use.
•  Bytes are reserved for future international standards, additional national use ect.
• ∆ is a Media Dependent byte. Not operative.
• • Bytes are not scrambled (like the whole 1ts row)

Figure 59. STM–1 structure and SOH byte contents

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A1 A1 A1 A1 A1 A1 A1 A1 A1 A1 A1 A1 A2 A2 A2 A2 A2 A2 A2 A2 A2 A2 A2 A2 C1 C1 C1 C1

RSOH
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B1 E1 F1
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D1 D2 D3
9 Bytes

B2 B2 B2 B2 B2 B2 B2 B2 B2 B2 K1 K2

MSOH
D4 D5 D6
D7 D8 D9
D10 D11 D12
S1 Z1 Z1 Z2 M1 Z2 Z2 E2

LEGENDA

A1–A2 Alignment word A1=11110110, A2=00101000. Utilizes all slots of the four STM–1

C1 Indicates the STM–1 stream inside STM4.

B1 BIP8 calculation result on the previous frame (after scrambling). Utilized to assess error
rate between regenerators. Uses slot of 1st STM–1.

E1 EOW operations between regenerators. Uses slot of 1st STM–1.

F1 Available for the user (data from AUX unit). Uses slot of 1st STM–1.

D1–D3 192 Kbit/s channel for DCC on TMN network. Uses slot of 1st STM–1.

B2 Result of BIP4x24 calculation on previous frame exempt of three RSOH rows. Used to
assess error rate between multiplexers. Uses all slots.

K1,K2 For 1+1 MS Trail Linear Protection indications and FERF, AIS alarms. Uses slot of 1st
STM–1

D4–D12 576 Kbit/s channel for DCC on TMN network. Uses slot of 1st STM–1

S1 Indicates synchronism status. Uses slot of 1st STM–1. Bits 1:4 set Transmission direction.

Z1,Z2 Spare bytes for function not yet defined. Uses all slots.

E2 For EOW operations between multiplexers. Uses slot of 1st STM–1.

M1 Indicates section FEBE (STM4). Uses slot of 3rd STM–1.

X For national use

O Bytes not specified for future international use.

Media Dependent byte (only two accessible). Not operative

 Bytes not scrambled (like the whole first row)

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1 261 1 261 1 261 1 261
1...9 1...9 1...9 1...9

1 2 3 4

AUG–4 AUG–4 AUG–4 AUG–4

SOH 123412341234.............
12341234.............

SOH

4 x 261
4x9 STM–4

Figure 61. STM–4 structure

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A1 A1 A1 A1 A1 A1 A2 A2 A2 A2 A2 A2 C1 C1

RSOH
B1 E1 o F1
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D1 D2 o D3
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9 Bytes

B2 B2 B2 B2 B2 B2 K1 o o K2 o o
o

MSOH
D4 D5 o D6 o o
D7 D8 o o D9 o o
D10 D11 o o D12 o o
S1 Z1 Z1 Z1 Z1 Z1 Z2 Z2 Z2 Z2 Z2 E2

Z2 M1 Z2 Z2

LEGENDA

A1–A2 Alignment word A1=11110110, A2=00101000. Utilizes all slots of the 16 STM–1

C1 Identifies the STM–1 stream inside the STM–n.

B1 BIP8 calculation result on the previous frame (after scrambling).Utilized to assess error
rate between regenerators. Uses slot of 1st STM–1.

E1 EOW operations between regenerators. Uses slot of 1st STM–1.

F1 Available for the user (data from AUX unit). Uses slot of 1st STM–1.

D1–D3 192 Kbit/s channel for DCC on TMN network. Uses slot of 1st STM–1.

B2 Result of BIP16x24 calculation on previous frame except of three RSOH rows. Used to
assess error rate between multiplexers. Uses all slots.

K1,K2 For APS indications and FERF, AIS alarms. Uses slot of 1st STM–1

D4–D12 576 Kbit/s channel for DCC on TMN network. Uses slot of 1st STM–1

S1 Indicates synchronism status. Uses slot of 1st STM–1.

Z1,Z2 Spare bytes for function not yet defined. Uses all slots

E2 For EOW operations between multiplexers. Uses slot of 1st STM–1.

M1 Indicates section FEBE (STM16). Uses slot of 3rd STM–1.

X For national use
O Bytes not specified for future international use.

Media Dependent byte. Uses slot of 1st STM–1.

Only two byte are accessible: byte of coordinates 2.2 (BMD1) for bidirectional
transmission on single fiber; byte of coordinates 2.2 for (BMD2) for SEA–ME–WE
application.

 Bytes not scrambled (like the whole first row)

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1 261 1 261 1 261 1 261
1...9 1...9 1...9 1...9
1 2 3 16

AUG–4 AUG–4 AUG–4 AUG–4

SOH 123456789101111213141516. 12345...........

123....16, 123.... 16.
SOH

16 x 9 16 x 261
STM–16

Figure 63. STM–16 structure

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 3.2 Units description

In the following paragraphs are inserted the detailed information of each unit and sub–unit of the
equipment.
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As far as concern the detailed alarm indications, refer to the Operator’s Handbook, Alarms Status and
Control application description.

3.2.1 140/155 Mb/s Electrical Bitributary

(See Figure 64. on page 147)

This description applies to all the electrical versions of this unit existing in current release (see Table 8. on
page 68,).
The Electrical Bitributary units with ”HPOM” indication permit the High order Path Overhead Monitoring
function. The HPOM feature is not operative in this release.
The unit bidirectionally interfaces two independent 140 Mbit/s plesiochronous or 155 Mbit/s STM–1
synchronous electrical streams with a STM–16 signal.
The type of each tributary required is software selectable. The Tributary units are interfaced with the
external source through switch module units (see description further on).

The Card Controller sub–unit belongs to this unit and also manages it, interfacing the Equipment Controller
The Power Supply Protection sub–unit also belongs to this unit and protects (fuses) the unit.

The operating description is split into:

• Transmission

• Reception

• Card Controller

• Power supply, Remote Inventory

The above are now defined as follows,

TRANSMISSION

The description that follows explains the operations carried out to forward the 140 Mbit/s or 155 Mbit/s
Rx external signal to the Aggregates, for only one tributary.

The CMI–IN input signal accesses the Physical Interface (PPI/SPI)) where the following functions are
carried out:

• G.703 interface compliant operations

• extraction of the incoming tributary clock,

• generation of the LOS alarm should the signal fail.

The 155 Mbit/s TRIB. clock is also available to be sent to the CRU. By means of software selection one
of the two clocks made available from the two tributaries ( CK REF 1,2 ) is sent to the CRU ( RCK38) .
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Afterwards, the CMI/NRZ decoding is carried out.

The SEL 140/155 command selects either the 140 Mbit/s or 155 Mbit/s signal to enable either of the two
routes.

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The circuits involved are:

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• LPA (Lower order Path Adaptation)

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The 140 Mbit/s plesiochronous stream is inserted into a C4 container to be adapted so as to
be transported into the synchronous network.
Also the byte F2 and Z3 of the POH are inserted

• HPT (Higher order Path Termination)

The Virtual Container (VC4) is formatted.
The VC4 is structured so that its octets are distributed within a 125 µsec. interval (i.e., one
STM–1 period), and consists of the C4 container and POH. The latter containing nine octets
equally distributed within the frame. Figure 58. on page 135 depicts the structure of a VC4 and
of the POH bytes: J1, B3, C2, G1, F2, H4, etc. Bytes F2, F3 contained in the OH–BUS dedicated
stream are utilized by the AUX unit. The OH–BUS can be accessed through the
FUTURE–BUS interface.

• PG (MSA) Pointer Generator of the Multiplexer Section Adaptation.

A fixed pointer value is inserted in the AUOH to structure the AU4 signal.

155 Mbit/s

Only VC4 structured streams are managed.

The circuits involved are:

• RST (Regenerator Section termination)

terminates the first three rows of the SOH extracting data from it.

• MST (Multiplexer Section Termination)

terminates the last five rows of the SOH extracting data from it.

Figure 59. on page 136 illustrates the SOH structure and the bytes making it up.

Bytes E1, E2, F1 and the spare bytes are utilized by the AUX unit on the OH–BUS dedicated stream
through the FUTURE BUS interface.

• MSA (Multiplexer Section Adaptation)

It synchronizes the Rx timing signal with the internal one received from the selected CRU unit.
Adaptation is carried out by the AU pointer.

• HPOM (Higher Order Path Overhead Monitoring)

B3 parity control on the VC4’s POH for performance monitoring operations.

At this point the selected signal is sent to the output (towards the max 4 Aggregates ) split over a
38.88 Mbit/s 4–wire bus.
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 RECEPTION

Only one tributary is described

The signal is received from the max 4 Aggregates units over the 38.88 Mbit/s 4–wire bus.
not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

The signal is then managed and forwarded towards the Tributary outputs.
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The signal is first of all managed by:

• MSP (Multiplex Section Protection).

Selects one of the two signals incoming from each EAST and WEST side.

• PI (MSA) Pointer Interpreter of the Multiplexer Section Adaptation.

Elaborates the AU–4 to detect the first VC4 byte, both on EAST and WEST side.

• HPOM (Higher Order Path Overhead Monitoring.

B3 parity control on the VC4 POH for performance monitoring.

• SNCP (Sub–Network Connection Protection)

Protects the ring network configured streams (path) by means of the alarm detected AIS status
and B3 Parity Control (East or West side selection).

Hence one of the two following paths can be accessed:

140 Mbit/s

The circuits concerned are:

• HPT (Higher order Path Termination

Extracts the POH bytes (except F2 and F3) from the VC4 structure and manages them
accordingly (see Figure 58. on page 135).
Bytes F2, F3 are sent to the AUX unit over an OH–BUS dedicated stream through the FUTURE
BUS interface.

• LPA (Lower order Path Adaptation)

Restructures the 140 Mbit/s Tributary by extracting it from Container C4.
Extracts the F2 and F3 byte of the POH.
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• MST (Multiplexer Section Termination)

The bytes of the last five rows of the SOH are inserted.

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• RST (Regenerator Section termination)

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The bytes of the first three rows of the SOH are inserted.

Figure 59. on page 136 illustrates the bytes making up the SOH structure.
Bytes E1, E2, F1 are utilized by the AUX unit on the OH–BUS dedicated stream through the
FUTURE–BUS interface.
At this point one of the two signals is selected from the two received paths.
The Physical Interface (PPI/SPI) circuitry downstream NRZ/CMI encode, and executes the G.703
interface compliant operations.
Afterwards signal CMI–OUT is forwarded to the Tributary output.

OH BUS

In addition to the above OHBUS streams, on which information is exchanged for data and speech
channels, there is anothers OHBUS streams, NOT OPERATIVE IN THIS RELEASE. It is used for the
communication of the K1, K2, S bytes between the aggregates and tributaries.
S is a serial stream carrying the external alarm criteria. These bytes will be utilized for dual ended MS
Linear trail switching operations.
The OHBUS’s are interfaced through the FUTURE BUS DRIVER.

Card Controller

The following are the main functions carried out by the Card Controller sub–unit:

Dialog with the Equipment Controller unit

Data on setting options, alarms, actions taken, performance, etc., is exchanged through the LIECB and
NIECB connections thereby permitting the Equipment Controller to manage the operations assigned
to it.

Internal dialog for alarms, configuration, performance

This type of dialog permits to transmit/receive to/from the unit the software setting options stored through
the E2PROM. From the unit are received the alarm and performance criteria. The alarms due to unit
failures light up the red LED (1) (LEDN command), and generates the COSW signal which, added to the
EXT ALM (unit external alarms) and to the power supply alarm PW ALM, generate the OSW switching
command.
LED (2) ON means that the unit is working (WK CH).

Unit type acknowledgement

The Card Controller acknowledges the unit on which it is mounted through signals CTYPE 0–3.

Byte J1 interface

It transmits/receives data on byte J1 (VC4 path trace; the digital data structure recurs with a 64 STM 1
frame periodicity).
Not operative in this release.
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 Loop Management
Drives two unit loops:

LLB = Local loopback (equipment, back panel side), permits to retransmit, towards the Tx side, the
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signal received from the aggregates

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RLB= Remote loopback (line, tributary side), permits to retransmit, towards the tributary, the signal
received from it.

DCC Management
Internally interfaces the 192 Kbit/s (D1–D3) and 576 Kbit/s (D4–D12) channels of the SOH’s TMN stream
whenever managed by the Equipment Controller unit. It is possible software select two DCC (1,2)
channels among the four available (D1 – D3, D4 – D12 for each one of the two tributaries).

140/155 Selection
Selects the type of tributary.

CRU Selection
It selects the CRU (Clock Reference Unit ) containing the synch. and timing signals to extract as reference
for the unit involved.
The alarms (ISWCA, ISWCB) received from the two units are processed to enable selection.

Physical position acknowledgement

The physical position of the unit inside the subrack is acknowledged by the Card Controller through signals
ID 0–4.

MSP protection

This function permits to select (PROT WEST commands) one of the two signals received from aggregates
WEST. The reciprocal operation (Prot EAST command) is carried out on aggregates EAST.

Selection (performed during the turn–on phase) and switching operations (performed during the operating
phase) are processed by analyzing the ISW switch criteria received from the aggregate units. These
criteria indicate the presence of a failure on the unit or the detection of alarms along he fiber line.

EPS Tributary management

This function is used for EPS Tributary protection utilizing the ISWT command received from other
tributaries.
This circuit also operates with the OSW command. The EPS is described in para ”EPS for electrical
tributaries” on page 102.
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 Power supply, Remote Inventory

The power supply voltages present at the input of the unit are:

+5.3V ± 3%

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–5.5V ± 3%

+12.1V ± 3%

The ”Power Supply Protection sub–unit” mounted on the unit, contains the protection fuses and distributes
the +5V and –5V internal Power Supply.

The PW ALM alarm is generated in case of malfunctions or voltage failure.

The unit is equipped with an E2PROM (serial protocol) to store the unit inventory data (unit mnemonic,
serial number, Part Number, Supplier code ect.).

This store is power supplied with a service voltage and connected to the Equipment Controller unit which
utilizes it for the Remote Inventory.

The contents of the Inventory data is fully described in chpt. 4.1 on page 201

The CAREM signal indicates the presence of the board (ground contact) and it is directly connected to
the Equipment Controller.
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ED
LOSN LPT
LOOP 140
LPA HPT PG
INSERT VC4 SHAPING (SA) 4
INTO C4 / EAST 1

04
140/155 140 Mbt/s 4
Mbit/s CMI–IN CMI / EAST 2

ÉÉÉ
INT Z4,Z5 LPT SEL 140/155 4
F2,Z3
TO

G.703 NRZ J1,B3,C2,G1 / WEAST 1

4
RCK 38 CK REF1 CLOCK MSA / WEAST 2
AGGREGATES

LOOP L RST MST AU

TO PPI/SPI R–SOH M–SOH SYNCHRONIZATION HPOM
CRU SEL 140/155 155 Mbit/s TERMINATION TERMINATION
OH–BUS CK REF2

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LOOP 155
FUTURE OH–BUS B1,D1–D3 E1,F1 E2 B3
BUS MANAGEMENT B2,K1,K2,
DRIVER D4–D12,S1,M1
K1,K2,S

CKL F2, Z3 Z4+Z5 B3,J1,C2,G1 B3 PROT E

SEL 140/155 VCX0
140/155 LOOP 140
140Mbit/s 4
LPA HPT
LPM LOOP L 140Mbit/s POH LOOP PI / EAST 1
PPI/SPI RICONSTRUCTION 155 HPOM (MSA) MSP 4
CK EXTRACTION / EAST 2
140/155 B3
Mbit/s CMI–OUT CMI
INT SEL 140/155 SNC–P
G.703 NRZ 4
FROM

RST MST / WEAST 1

R–SOH PI
AGGREGATES

M–SOH HPOM (MSA) MSP 4

INSERT INSERT / WEAST 2
155Mbit/s
SEL 140/155 E2,D4–D12
B1,D1+D3 E1,F1 PROT W

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TRIBUTARY 1 B2,K1,K2
D4–D12,S1,M1
: : CONFIGURATION
CAREM D1–D3 (2) D1–D3 (1) D4–D12 (1)
D4–D12 (2) ALARMS PERFORMANCE
LPM LPT J1 1
:
CTYPE0–3 DCC SELECTION
SEL 140/155
TRIBUTARY 2 DCC1 DCC2 LDN
DCC LOOP INTERNAL
UNIT TYPE 140/155 EXTALM
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MANAGEMENT MANAGEMENT BYTE J1 DIALOG FOR

ACKNOWLEAGMENT SELECTION INTERFACE PERFORMANCE
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Figure 64. Block diagram: 140/STM–1 Switch tributary
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 3.2.2 STM–1 Optical Bitributary unit

(See logic diagram in Figure 65. , page 154)

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

This description applies to all the optical versions of this unit existing in current release (see Table 8. on

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page 68).
The STM1 Optical Bitributary units with ”HPOM” indication permit the High order Path Overhead
Monitoring function. The HPOM feature is not operative in this release.

The hooped numbers reported in Figure 65. , and recalled inside brackets in this description are also
referred to the front view of the unit in Figure 28. , page 87.

This description applies to all the optical versions of this unit existing in current release (see para. 4.2.7,
page 214).
The tx and rx optical connectors (5), (6), (7), (8) of both tribs are directly located on the front cover of the
unit.

This unit receives two STM–1 optical signals and processes them according to Rec. G.783. They are then
sent to the Aggregates at a 38.88 Mb/s rate via the backpanel. The aggregates allocate them into the
STM–16 frame.
In the reverse direction, it receives the 38.88 Mb/s signals from the aggregates and arranges them in the
STM–1 frame to be forwarded in an optical format.

The unit is locally locked to the equipment clock received from the CRU.
It contains the MSP and PPS protection functions of the afferent Tributaries.

The unit alarm status monitoring, provisioning, alarm gathering and performance monitoring are
performed by a local microcontroller (card controller), reporting to the Equipment Controller.

The unit contains the extraction/insertion function of the auxiliary communication channels (voice and
data, both regeneration and multiplexing sections). They are sent to the AUX unit. Moreover it contains
the insertion/extraction and management functions of the communication channels for the network
messages (DCCR and DCCM) relative to each tributary.
It also performs the loopback functions.

It is composed of the following blocks (the symbols #1 and #2 are referred to trib#1 and trib#2):

• O/E Module #1
• O/E Module #2
• S/P 1:4 #1
• S/P 1:4 #2
• E/O Module #1
• E/O Module #2
• P/S 4:1 #1
• P/S 4:1 #2
• SDH–TRIBSTM1 #1
• SDH–TRIBSTM1 #2
• Card Controller
• PLL155
• Power Supply
• Remote Inventory
• OH Future Bus
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• DCC management

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 O/E Module

This module contains the input optical interface at the STM–1 level, the characteristics of which are
compliant with Rec. G.957. It converts the optical signal in an electrical one and extracts the 155.52 Mhz
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clock from the received signal, which will be used to synchronize the Rx side of the unit.
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It also detects the LOS alarm (Loss of Rx signal).

S/P 1:4

This is a 1:4 serial to parallel converter.

It receives the 155.52 Mb/s electrical signal and relative clock from the O/E module, obtaining four parallel
38.88 Mb/s data streams along with the associated 38.88 MHz clock that are then sent to the
SDH–TRIBSTM1 function.
The remote loopback (towards STM1 line) function can be selected, sending the data signal to the relevant
P/S 4:1 in tx side.

E/O Module

It contains the STM–1 output optical interface (as per Rec. G.957).
It converts the electrical signal in an STM–1 optical signal by means of the 155.52 MHz timing signals
received from the P/S 4:1 block.

It detects the following alarms:

– LD–DEGR: laser degrade (too high bias current)

– LD–FAIL: power out of the nominal range
– TX–FAIL: absence of transitions on the modulating electrical signal.

It can be shut down by means of the command SHDW (ALS function).

P/S 4:1

It is a 4:1 parallel to serial converter.

It receives four 38.88 Mb/s parallel data streams from SDH–TRIBSTM1, obtaining the 155.52 Mb/s serial
signal. It also receives the 155.52 MHz timing clock from the PLL155 block and forwards it for timing the
E/O module. It also sends the 38.88 MHz clock (CKTX) to the SDH–TRIBSTM1 block.
It realizes, together with the relative S/P 1:4 block, the loopback function towards the STM–1 line

PLL 155

It generates the 155.52 MHz clock to synchronize the tributary transmission side. This clock, by means
of the PLL, is locked to the equipment clock received from the CRU. There is only one PLL which
generates the transmission clock for both the Tributaries. The PLL can be driven by one of the two phase
differences computed in Trib#1 or in Trib#2.

Power supply

It includes the circuits used to check the correct current absorptions and voltage levels.
The unit power supply contacts will be opened if current absorptions or the voltage levels are out of the
predefined limits.
Moreover it obtains the proper voltage values utilized by the unit.

Remote Inventory
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It is used to store the information concerning unit construction and operations and it makes them available
for identification purposes. For further details see para. 4.1, page 201 and the Operator’s Handbook.

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 Following is a list of the main alarms detected on the unit:

– POWER–FAIL for erroneous power drains or short–circuits

– VS–FAIL service voltage fault

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– COSW unit fault (sent to other units)

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– Unit Failure unit fault (red LED)
– LOS loss of input signal
– LD–FAIL laser failure

List of the LEDs on the unit front cover:

– RED (1) unit failure

– GREEN (2) working unit (in case of unit protection)

List of the manual commands (push–button) on the unit front cover:

– PULS1 (3) manual reset of ALS function (trib#1)

– PULS2 (4) manual reset of ALS function (trib#2)

OH Future Bus

Four serial busses at 4.86Mb/s in futurebus format are provided: OHBUS–SP and OHBUS–D used for
communications with AUX unit (referred to data and voice channels); OHBUS–KA and OHBUS–KB used
for communications with the Aggregates (messages about APS and MS–Spring network protection).

DCC Management

Four channels for network communications are provided: (DCCR relative to the regenerators and DCCM
relative to the multiplexers) received/transmitted from/to Trib#1 and Trib#2, while the Card Controller can
manage two DCC channels. A DCC selector is used to select two of the four DCC channels to be managed.

Card Controller

It performs the following functions:

• Dialogue with Equipment Controller

Information about presettings, alarm criteria, start–up, configurations and performances are
exchanged with the Equipment Controller, by means of NIECB and LIECB busses.

• Communications inside the unit

Information about unit configurations, provisioning, alarm gathering, performance monitoring
are exchanged between the mother board and the Card Controller by means of data busses
and distributed signals.

• DCC Management (Network Communication channels).

Only two channels can be managed. It is possible to manage DCCR and DCCM of Trib . #1 and
Trib. #2 by means of the DCC selector.

• Optical safety (ALS): laser shutdown

• Unit protection: (unit failure, working unit, unit switching)

• Loop management: (RLB= remote loopback towards the STM1 line, LLB= local loopback
towards the Aggregates)
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• Card type: (the unit type and optical type identification is achieved through hardware setting
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 • Card slot identification: (the slot assigned to the unit is fixed on the backpanel connector)

Timing
not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

The local timing of the unit is received from both CRUs (A and B) of the equipment. The unit receives two
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38.88 MHz (CK38LA, CK38LB) clocks and two 2 KHz frame synchronisms (SYA, SYB).
The TIM block inside SDH–TRIBSTM1 selects, depending on the software presettings, one of the two
clocks and distributes it to the various unit circuits, as local timing. This block also detects the alarm
indicating loss of clock and synchronism loss (BCKF–A,B, BSYF–A,B).
The Rx timing (CKrx) is recovered from the two received STM1 signals and is used to synchronize the Rx
side. One of these ckocks (selectable via software) is sent to the CRUs as a reference clock (CKREF).
The Tx timing is given by the PLL155, to E/O and P/S4:1 (155.52 MHz) blocks, and to SDH–TRIBSTM1
(CKTX, 38.88 MHz).
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 SDH–TRIBSTM1

This block processes the STM1 signal as specified in Rec. G.783.

Two identical of these block are present. Each of them processes the SDH frame of an STM1 signal, both

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in the MUX direction (or rx, from line towards backpanel) and in DEMUX direction (or tx, from backpanel

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towards the STM1 line).
Both circuits are provided with the functions mentioned below.

Specifically the MUX (or rx) functions from line towards the backpanel are:

• 4:8
the four 38.88 Mb/s data streams are in turn split over eight 19.44Mb/s parallel streams.

• RST
frame alignment searching, descrambling, RSOH bytes (D1
D3, E1, F1) extraction, BIP–8
error check on byte B1 for the regenerator section, OOF and LOF detection, B1 error counting.
In case of LOS or LOF detection, AIS is inserted towards the next blocks and on RSOH
extracted bytes.

• MST
The MSOH bytes (D4
D12, E2, M1, etc.) are extracted. BIP–24 multiplex section error check
on the three bytes B2. These errors are counted in order to detect EX–BER or SD (signal
degrade). Bytes K1 and K2 are extracted for the APS function and the alarms MS–AIS,
MS–FERF are detected (MS–FERF is sent back towards the Tx direction). Upon detecting the
MS–AIS alarm, the AIS signal is inserted towards next blocks and on the extracted MSOH bytes.

• LOOPBL
It realizes the local loopback function, i.e. the signal is looped towards the backpanel. Loopback
is activated by the LLB command.

• MSA
It is used to recover the VC4 payload through AU4 pointer interpretation (PI block). The AU4
pointer value is adjusted in the PB block in order to adapt the timing variations between the Rx
clock (CKRX) and the local equipment clock (CKCRU).
The timing differences are computed by the COMPrx block. The new pointer is generated inside
the PG block. In case of pointer loss (LOP alarm) or AU4–AIS detection, the AIS signal will be
forwarded.

• HPOM
(Higher Order Path Overhead Monitoring). The HPOM function is here limited to only the BIP–8
error check on the recovered VC4 frame by means of byte B3 of VC4 POH. The errors counting
(B3CNT) is sent to the Card Controller.

• 8:4
The eight 19.44 Mb/s parallel streams are sent over four 38.88 Mb/s streams and hence split
into four branches towards the four STM16 Aggregates.

• COMP
Phase–comparator that calculates the phase difference between the received clock and the
equipment clock (CKCRU) and sends the phase signal (INCR–PTR) to the MSA block to
activate pointer movements.
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 The functions in the DEMUX direction (from backpanel towards the STM1 line) are:

• 4:8
four AU4 signals, each of which paralleled over four 38.88Mb/s streams are received from the
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four STM–16 aggregates. The 4:8 blocks split the 38.88 Mb/s streams over eight 19.44 mb/s
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streams.

• MSP
Two MSP blocks are provided (one for each direction: MSPw, MSPe) to protect the Multiplex
section (SDH Network Protection). It can switch from a signal to the other (command SW–MSP)
for APS protection or for aggregates faults.

• MSA
Two MSA blocks are provided (one for East and one for the West direction: MSAw, MSAe). A
reduced Section Adaptation function is implemented, because the complete SA is implemented
on the Aggregates. The pointer coming from the Aggregates is partially interpreted and a new
pointer is generated (PG). The pointer movements are counted (PJCNT) and the AU4– LOP
and AU4–AIS alarms are detected. The AU–AIS signal will be forwarded in presence of
AU4–AIS or LOP.

• HPOM
(Higher Order Path Overhead Monitoring). The HPOM function is here limited to only the BIP–8
error check on the VC4 frame by means of byte B3 of VC4 POH. The error counting (B3CNT)
is sent to the Card Controller.

• PPS
It is used to protect the VC4 path. The switch command (SWPPS) is sent by the protection
software, in case of EXBER–B3 or AU4–AIS.

• BUFF
It is one–byte deep elastic store, it allows small timing variations between CKCRU and CKTX.

• COMP
Phase–comparator between CKCRU and CKTx. It drives the PLL155 circuit in order to keep
the transmission clock locked to the CRU one.

• MST
MSOH byte insertion: D4
D12 (DCCM) selectable from AUX (OHBUS–D) or from Card
Controller. M1, S1, Z1–2, E2 (voice), BMD1,2, etc. are inserted too. The MS–FERF alarm is
inserted on byte K2 if it has been detected in the Rx MST block.
The K1, K2 APS bytes are inserted by selecting them from the Aggregates (OHBUS–K) or from
the Card Controller. The BIP–24 parity code is calculated on all the MSOH frame & payload and
then it is inserted on the three B2 bytes.

• RST
The various regeneration section bytes are inserted: E1, F1, D1
D3, U1, U2, NU. The BIP–8
parity code for B1 byte is calculated and inserted. The signal is then scrambled and the
alignment word is inserted.

• 8:4
The eight 19.44Mb/s parallel streams are carried over four 38.88 parallel streams and sent
towards the STM–1 transmission output.
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SDH–TRIBSTM1

04
B2CNT
MSAIS

EXBER
M1CNT
PJCNT

OOF
B1CNT
LOF
TXOVF

AU4AIS
AU4LOP
OVFCNT
MX1W

MS–FERF
LOS–1
5 MX2W TO THE
MSA
O/E 1:4 4:8 RST MST 8:4 AGGREG.
PI PB PG MX1E
1 1
CKRX MX2E

PTR
D1–D3 D4–D12

INCR
E1,F1 B2,M1,S1 LLB HPOM
LOS–2

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CKREF1 CK–ALRM
B1 K1,K2,E2 COMP B3 (BCK–F,BSY–F)
BMD1,2,
7 SPARE1,2 38.88 MHz
O/E 1:4 CKRX CKCRU
CK38L (A,B)
CKCRU FROM
2 2 TIM
SY (A,B) CRU
CKR2 SY
2 KHz
Local LB HPOM

B1
B3

E1,F1
DX1W

MSFERF
MSPw 4:8

D1–D3

STM–1
SW.PPS MSAw

remote LB
RLB

Tx FAIL
LD FAIL
PG PB PI

LD DEGR
B2,K1,K2,BMD1,2
D4–D12,S1,M1,E2
4:8 DX2W FROM THE
6 RST BUFF SW–MSP AGGREG.
E/O 4:1 8:4 MST
1 1 PPS MSP E 4:8 DX1E
MSA E
CKTX COMP PG PB PI
SHDW1 CKTX CKCRU
HPOM 4:8 DX2E
8 TRIB. 1 B3 SW–MSP
E/O 4:1
2 CKT2
2
TRIB. 2

SHDW2 COMP2
PLL155 COMP1

DCCR1
DCCM1
E1,F1,E2

DCCR2
DCCM2
D4–D12 PERFORMANCE
K1,K2,S ALARMS
From/To DCC
OHBUS–K (K1,K2,S) R.I.
AGGR SELECTOR CONFIG.
OH–FUT REMOTE
OHBUS–SP (E1,F1,E2)
BUS RLB LLB INVENTORY
From/To OHBUS–D (D4–D12) LOS(1,2) ALARMS CTYPE
AUX
LASER
SH–DW (1,2)
3 PULS1 DCC CARD
OPTICAL INTERNAL
SAFETY TYPE +5V +5.3V
MANAGEMENT COMUNICATION POWER
4 PULS2 (ALS) LOOP SUPPLY –5.5V
–5.2V
CARD CONTROLLER MANAG.

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Figure 65. Block diagram of STM–1 Optical Bitributary
Unit Failure

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1 UNIT COMMUNICATIONS CARD SLOT
Working Unit POWER
(GREEN) PROTECTION WITH IDENT.
ALRM
2 EQ. CONTROLLER

ISWTRIB(1–8) (APS)
ISWAGGR(1–4) (MSP) LIECB
ISWCRU(A,B) UPDATE
COSW NIECB
To all units
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 3.2.3 STM–4 Optical Tributary unit

(See logic diagram in Figure 66. , page 162)

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

The hooped numbers reported in Figure 66. , and recalled inside brackets in this description are also
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referred to the front view of the unit in Figure 29. , page 88.

This description applies to all the optical versions of this unit existing in current release (see Table 8. , page
68 and para. 4.2.8, page 216).
The tx and rx optical connectors (4), (5) are directly located on the front cover of the unit.

This unit receives an STM–4 optical signal and processes it according to Rec. G.783. It is then branched
towards four directions and sent to the four Aggregates at a 38.88 Mb/s rate via the backpanel. The
aggregates allocate it into the STM–16 frame.
In the reverse direction, it receives four ”equivalent” STM–4 signals (in back–panel format at 38.88 Mb/s)
from the aggregates, selects one of them depending on the used protection mode, and arranges it
(according to Rec. G.783) in the STM–4 frame to be forwarded in an optical format.

The frame structure of the STM–4 signal is reported in Figure 60. at page 137, and in Figure 61. at page
138.

The unit is locally locked to the equipment clock received from the CRU (38.88 MHz).
It contains the MSP and SNCP/I protection functions of the afferent Tributary.

The unit alarm status monitoring, provisioning, alarm gathering and performance monitoring are
performed by a local microcontroller (card controller), reporting to the Equipment Controller.

The unit contains the extraction/insertion function of the auxiliary communication channels (voice and
data, both regeneration and multiplexing sections). They are sent to the AUX unit. Moreover it contains
the insertion/extraction and management functions of the communication channels for the network
messages (DCCR and DCCM).
It also performs the loopback functions.

It is composed of the following blocks:

• O/E Module
• S/P 1:8
• E/O Module
• P/S 8:1
• SDH–TRIBSTM4 (macroblock)
• OH–TRIBSTM4 (macroblock)
• Card Controller (macroblock)
• PLL622
• Power Supply
• Remote Inventory
• OH Future Bus
• OK–KO Bus
• APS Bus

The blocks functionality is described hereinafter.

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 O/E Module

This module contains the input optical interface at the STM–4 level, the characteristics of which are
compliant with Rec. G.957. It converts the optical signal in an electrical one and extracts the 622.08 Mhz

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

clock from the received signal, which will be used to synchronize the Rx side of the unit.

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It also detects the LOS alarm (Loss of Rx signal).

S/P 1:8

This is a 1:8 serial to parallel converter.

It receives the 622.08 Mb/s electrical signal and relative clock from the O/E module, obtaining eight parallel
77.76 Mb/s data streams along with the associated 77.76 MHz clock that are then sent to the
SDH–TRIBSTM4 function.
The remote loopback (towards STM4 line) function can be selected, sending the data signal to the relevant
P/S 8:1 in tx side.

E/O Module

It contains the STM–4 output optical interface (as per Rec. G.957).
It converts the electrical signal in an STM–4 optical signal by means of the 622.08 Mb/s data and timing
signals received from the P/S 8:1 block.

It detects the following alarms:

– LD–DEGR: laser degrade (too high bias current)

– LD–FAIL: power out of the nominal range
– TX–FAIL: absence of transitions on the modulating electrical signal.

It can be shut down by means of the command SH–DW (ALS function for optical safety).

P/S 8:1

It is a 8:1 parallel to serial converter.

It receives eight 77.76 Mb/s parallel data streams from SDH–TRIBSTM4, obtaining the 622.08 Mb/s serial
signal. It also receives the 622.08 MHz timing clock from the PLL622 block and forwards it for timing the
E/O module. It also sends the 77.76 MHz tx clock to the SDH–TRIBSTM4 block.
It realizes, together with the relative S/P 1:8 block, the loopback function towards the STM–4 line.

PLL 622

It generates the 622.08 MHz clock to synchronize the tributary transmission side. This clock, by means
of the PLL, is locked to the equipment clock received from the CRU. The PLL is driven by the phase
difference signal (PH) computed in the block SDH–TRIBSTM4.

Power supply

It includes the circuits used to check the correct current absorptions and voltage levels.
The unit power supply contacts will be opened if current absorptions or the voltage levels are out of the
predefined limits.
Moreover it obtains the proper voltage values utilized by the unit (+5V, –5.2V, +12V).

Remote Inventory

It is used to store the information concerning unit construction and operations and it makes them available
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 Alarms, LEDs and commands

Following is a list of the main alarms detected on the unit:

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

– POWER–FAIL for erroneous power drains or short–circuits

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– VS–FAIL service voltage fault

– COSW unit fault (sent to other units)
– Unit Failure unit fault (red LED)
– LOS loss of input signal
– LD–FAIL laser failure

List of the LEDs on the unit front cover:

– RED (1) unit failure

– GREEN (2) working unit (in case of unit protection)

List of the manual commands (push–button) on the unit front cover:

– PULS (3) manual restart of ALS function

OH Future Bus

A serial bus at 4.86Mb/s in futurebus format is provided for communications with AUX unit, to carry the
service channels of the SOH frame (E1,F1,E2, D1–D12, etc., referred to data and voice channels), the
same information is shared with the block SDH–TRIBSTM4, by means of the SOH–BUS (5.184 Mb/s).

APS Bus

This serial bus at 4.86Mb/s in futurebus format is used for communications with the Aggregates, carring
the bytes K1, K2, and information about the status of the units, (messages about APS and network
protection).

OK–KO Bus

It is a parallel, static criterion to communicate with the other units about hardware failures, for EPS–APS
protection.
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 Card Controller

It performs the following functions:

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• Dialogue with Equipment Controller

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Information about presettings, alarm criteria, start–up, configurations and performances are
exchanged with the Equipment Controller, by means of NIECB and LIECB busses.

• Communications inside the unit (internal)

Information about unit configurations, provisioning, alarm gathering, performance monitoring
are exchanged between the mother board and the Card Controller by means of data busses
and distributed signals.

• DCC Management (Network Communication channels).

Two channels for network communications are provided: DCCR (D1D3 bytes, relative to the
regenerators) and DCCM (D4D12 bytes, relative to the multiplexers) extracted/inserted
from/to the STM–4 frame.

• Optical safety (ALS): laser shutdown (according to recs ITU–T G.958).

• Unit protection: (unit failure, working unit, unit switching).

• Loop management: (RLB1,RLB2= remote loopbacks towards the STM4 line, LLB= local
loopback towards the Aggregates).

• Card type: (the unit type and optical type identification is achieved through setting options on
the board).

• Card slot identification: (the slot assigned to the unit is fixed on the backpanel connector).

Timing

The local timing of the unit is received from both CRUs (A and B) of the equipment. The unit receives two
38.88 MHz (CK38A, CK38B) clocks and two 2 KHz frame synchronisms (SYA, SYB).
The TI block inside OH–TRIBSTM4 selects, depending on the software presettings and alarm status of
CRUs, one of the two clocks and distributes it to the various unit circuits, as local timing. This block also
detects the alarm indicating loss of clock and synchronism loss (BCKF–A,B, BSYF–A,B).
The Rx timing (CKrx, 77.76 MHz) is recovered from the received STM4 signal and it is used to synchronize
the Rx side. This ckock is also sent to the CRUs as a reference clock (CKREF).
The Tx timing (CKtx, 77.76 MHz) is received from the block P/S8:1, and it is used to synchronize the Tx
side.
CKrx and CKtx clocks are divided by 4 (to have19.44 MHz) inside the blocks SDH–TRIBSTM4 and
OH–TRIBSTM4.
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 SDH–TRIBSTM4

This block processes the STM4 signal as specified in Rec. G.783.

The four AU4 making up an STM–4 are separately processed, unless the signal is AU4–4c concatenated,
not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

in which case the concatenation will be managed.

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It is provided with the functions mentioned below, each of them is quadrupled, to process the entire
STM–4.

Specifically the MUX (or rx) functions from line towards the backpanel are:

• 8:32
the STM–4 signal over eight 77.76 Mb/s data streams is converted over 32 X 19.44Mb/s parallel
streams.

• RST
frame alignment searching, descrambling, RSOH bytes (D1
D3, E1, F1) extraction, BIP–8
error check on byte B1 for the regenerator section, OOF and LOF detection, B1 error counting.
In case of LOS or LOF detection, AIS is inserted towards the next blocks and on RSOH
extracted bytes.

• MST
The MSOH bytes (D4
D12, E2, M1, etc.) are extracted. BIP–24 multiplex section error check
on the three bytes B2. These errors are counted in order to detect EX–BER or SD (signal
degrade). Bytes K1 and K2 are extracted for the APS function and the alarms MS–AIS, MS–RDI
(FERF) are detected (MS–FERF is sent back towards the Tx direction). Upon detecting the
MS–AIS alarm, the AIS signal is inserted towards next blocks and on the extracted MSOH bytes.

• LOOPBL
It realizes the local loopback function, i.e. the signal is looped towards the backpanel. Loopback
is activated by the LLB command.

• MSA
It is used to recover the VC4 payload through AU4 pointer interpretation (PI block). It detects
the concatenation indication, in order to manage eventual AU4–4C concatenated payloads.
The AU4 pointer value is adjusted in the PB block in order to adapt the timing variations between
the Rx clock (CKRX) and the local equipment clock (CKCRU).
The timing differences are computed by the COMPrx block. The new pointer is generated inside
the PG block. In case of pointer loss (LOP alarm) or AU4–AIS detection, the AIS signal will be
forwarded.

• COMP
Phase–comparator that calculates the phase difference between the received clock and the
equipment clock (CKCRU) and sends the phase signal (MOVE–PTR) to the MSA block to
activate pointer movements.

The functions in the DEMUX direction (from backpanel towards the STM4 line) are:

• BUFF
It is one–byte deep elastic store, allowing small timing variations between CKCRU and CKTX.

• COMP
Phase–comparator between CKCRU and CKTx. It drives the PLL622 circuit in order to keep
the transmission clock locked to the CRU one.
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 • MST
MSOH byte insertion: D4
D12 (DCCM) coming from Card Controller. M1, S1, Z1–2, E2
(voice), BMD1,2, etc. are inserted too. The MS–RDI (FERF) alarm is inserted on byte K2 if it
was detected in the Rx MST block.

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The K1, K2 APS bytes are inserted by selecting them from the Aggregates (APS–BUS) or from

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the Card Controller. The BIP–24 parity code is calculated on all the MSOH frame & payload and
then it is inserted on the three B2 bytes.

• RST
The various regeneration section bytes are inserted: E1, F1, D1
D3, U1, U2, NU. The BIP–8
parity code for B1 byte is calculated and inserted. The signal is then scrambled and the
alignment word is inserted.

• 32:8
The 32 X19.44Mb/s parallel streams are converted into 8 X 77.76 Mb/s parallel streams and
sent towards the STM–4 transmission output.

OH–TRIBSTM4

This block accedes to the path overhead (POH) of VC4 payloads and performs STM4 signal protection
(MSP, SNCP).
The four AU4 making up an STM–4 are separately processed, unless the signal is AU4–4c concatenated,
in which case the concatenation will be managed.
It is provided with the functions mentioned below, each of them is quadrupled, to process the entire
STM–4.

Specifically the MUX (or rx) functions, from block SDH–TRIBSTM4 towards the backpanel are:

• HSUT
Higher order Supervision Unequipped Termination. It handles eventual unequipped VC4
payloads. Function not yet available in current release.

• HTCM–HTCT
Higher order Tandem Connection Monitoring and Termination. It handles the tandem
connection protocol (N1 byte of POH), for communications (quality of service information)
between network operators transporting the VC4 path. Function not yet available in current
release.

• HPOM (simplified)
(Higher Order Path Overhead Monitoring). It provides to handle the path trace protocol (J1
byte), monitoring of path status (G1 byte), signal integrity check (B3 byte). In current release
the HPOM function is limited to path status monitoring (POH–REI, POH–RDI on G1 byte) and
the B3–BIP8 error check on the recovered VC4–POH. The errors counting (B3CNT) is sent to
the Card Controller, for performance monitoring.

• HPC
(Higher Order Path Connection). It allows a flexible allocation of the AU4 payloads inside the
STM4 frame.

• 32:16
The STM4 signal over 32 X 19.44 Mb/s parallel streams is converted into 16 X 38.88 Mb/s
streams and then split into four branches towards the four STM16 Aggregates.
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 The functions in the DEMUX direction (from backpanel towards SDH–STM4 block) are:

• 16:32
four ”STM4 equivalent” signals, each of which paralleled over 16 38.88Mb/s streams are
not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

received from the four STM–16 aggregates. Each 16:32 block converts the 16 X 38.88 Mb/s
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streams over 32 X19.44 Mb/s streams.

• MSP
Two MSP blocks are provided (one for each direction: MSPw, MSPe) to protect the Multiplex
section (SDH Network Protection). It can switch from an STM4 signal to the other (command
SW–MSP) for APS protection or for network protection.

• SNCP
(Sub Network Connection Protection). It is a SNCP/I type (Inherent), used to protect the VC4
paths. The switch command (SW–SNCP) is activated, in case of AU4–AIS or AU4–LOP
(optionally for B3–EXBER) detection.

• HPC
(Higher Order Path Connection). It allows a flexible allocation of the AU4 payloads inside the
STM4 frame.

• MSA
A reduced Section Adaptation function is implemented, because the complete SA is
implemented on the Aggregates. It detects the concatenation indication, in order to manage
eventual AU4–4C concatenated payloads. The pointer coming from the Aggregates is partially
interpreted and a new pointer is generated (PG). The pointer movements are counted (PJCNT)
and the AU4–LOP and AU4–AIS alarms are detected. The AU–AIS signal will be forwarded in
presence of AU4–AIS or LOP.

• HPOM (simplified)
(Higher Order Path Overhead Monitoring). It provides to handle the path trace protocol (J1
byte), monitoring of path status (G1 byte), signal integrity check (B3 byte). In current release
the HPOM function is limited to path status monitoring (POH–REI, POH–RDI on G1 byte) and
the B3–BIP8 error check on the recovered VC4–POH. The errors counting (B3CNT) is sent to
the Card Controller, for performance monitoring.

• HTCM–HTCT
Higher order Tandem Connection Monitoring and Termination. It handles the tandem
connection protocol (N1 byte of POH), for communications (quality of service information)
between network operators transporting the VC4 path. Function not yet available in current
release.

• HSUT
Higher order Supervision Unequipped Termination. It handles eventual unequipped VC4
payloads. Function not yet available in current release.
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OK–KO OTHER
BUS
APS
BUS

04
UNITS AGG.

SDH–TRIBSTM4 PATH OH–TRIBSTM4

SIGNAL STATUS

LOF
OOF
LABEL

MSAIS

EXBER
B2CNT

B1CNT
PATH

M1CNT
PJCNT
B3CNT

TXOVF

AU4AIS
LOS

AU4LOP
TRACE

MS–FERF
OVFCNT
STM–4 in STM4–1W
D622 D77R
MSA STM4–2W
O/E SP 8:32 RST MST HSUT HTCM HPOM HPC
PI PB PG B3 32:16
1:8 HTCT STM4–1E
TO THE

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CK CKRX STM4–2E
5

PTR
CK–ALRM

MOVE
D1–D3 D4–D12 N1 J1,G1
LLB C2 (BCK–F,BSY–F)
E1,F1 B2,M1,S1 B3
B1 K1,K2,E2 COMP
BMD1,2, 38.88 MHz
SPARE1,2 CKCRU CK38 (A,B)
CKRX CKCRU TI
CKCRU SY SY (A,B)
remote LB2

2 KHz
FROM CRU

remote LB1
Local LB SY

B1
MSFERF
J1,G1

E1,F1
C2 N1 B3 STM4–1W

D1–D3
RLB1 16:32

Tx FAIL
LD FAIL
16:32

B2,K1,K2,BMD1,2

LD DEGR
4

D4–D12,S1,M1,E2
STM4–2W
D77T MSA
D622 HTCM HPOM HPC SW–MSP
RST MST BUFF HSUT PG PB PI
SP 32:8 HTCT B3
E/O
8:1 STM4–1E
CK 16:32
STM–4 out SOH SW–SNCP
CKTX COMP CKCRU BUS 16:32
CKTX
FROM THE AGGREG.

SH–DW STM4–2E
SW–MSP

CK622
PLL622 PH

OH–FUT AUX
DCCM BUS
DCCR PERFORMANCE
RLB1
CONFIG.
RLB2 LLB
ALARMS CTYPE
LOS
LASER
3 SH–DW

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Figure 66. Block diagram of STM–4 Optical Bitributary
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(RED) POWER
UNIT COMMUNICATIONS CARD SLOT ALRM
Working Unit
(GREEN) WITH IDENT.
PROTECTION +5V +5.3V
2 EQ. CONTROLLER POWER
+12V SUPPLY +12.1V
–5.2V –5.5V

LIECB ID
ISWTRIB(1–4) (APS) UPDATE
COSW ISWAGGR(1–4) (MSP) NIECB
To all units ISWCRU(A,B)
From/To EQ.CONTR.
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 3.2.4 STM–16 Aggregate unit

(See Figure 67. on page 168).

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

The description is applicable to all the STM–16 Aggregate units of this release
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The units can be distinguished by letters L and S defining their dependance on optical components used
for Long distance or Short distance.
The Tx/Rx unit optical connectors can be accessed from the unit’s front coverplace. The units which
operate in the second window are indicated with 16.1, those operating in the third window with 16.2.

The units are identified by the type of connector used, FC/PC or SC/PC or SC/SPC connectors.

The units identified by JE (Joint engineering) have better optical characteristics, tipically for the dispersion
values and sensitivity (see para.4.2.1 on page205).
Numbers within brackets denote dispersion value (ps/nm). In some cases also the sensitivity value is
indicated.
The STM16 Aggregates with ”192.3 to 195.7” indication (also defined ”colored”), are used when interfaced
with 1686 WDM equipment. That number indicates the central frequency (in Thz) of the carrier optical
signal, related to the wavelength.
These sixteen units are independently characterized by different wavelength.
The 1686 WDM equipment must receive up to sixteen different wavelength signals from sixteen different
STM16 Aggregates. ”Colored” Aggregates with different dispersion values are present.
The units distinguished by letter ”/N” identify ”New Aggregate” units, containing new generation
gate–arrays which permit evolution towards new future applications.
The suffix ”ENH” or ”ENHANCED” identifies aggregate units containing new features for future network
evolution (ID3, AU4–4C concatenation).
The STM–16 Aggregate unit bidirectionally interfaces the STM–16 signal and the AU4 structured signals
toward Tributary side and opposite Aggregate side.

Each unit is made up of:

• Digital P.B.A.
• Optical P.B.A.
• P.B.A. Connection
• E/O and O/E blocks.
• Card Controller sub–unit

The Digital P.B.A. sub–unit performs all the digital MUX/DEMUX functions.

The Optical P.B.A. contains the power supply circuits with relevant fuses and interface E/O, O/E converter
alarms.
The O/E and E/O, perform the optical/electrical line conversion and viceversa.

The P.B.A. Connection sub–unit realize connection for power supply and alarm between Optical P.B.A.
sub–unit and E/O , O/E blocks.
The Card Controller sub–unit executes management functions (alarms check, configuration commands,
etc.) when interfacing the Equipment Controller unit.

Unit operation is subdivided into:

• Transmission
• Reception
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• Card Controller
• Power Supply, Remote inventory

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 Transmission
The unit receives:

• 32 x 77 Mbit/s signals from the opposite side Aggregate 1 (pass–through), and the same from

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

opposite Aggregate 2.

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• 18 signals from tributary. Each one represents an STM–1 equivalent mapped signal without
SOH byte (except Alignment)
Each tributary signal is 38.88 Mbit/s 4–wire bus structured and represents an AU4–mapped
signal.
The HWP block selects the main or spare trib. signals.
16 AU4 are presented to the HPC Tx.
The following is carried out on the two equivalent STM–16 signals coming from the Aggregates of
the opposite side:
• 2488 MHz Clock extraction
• Alignment check on STM–16 frame (A1, A2 bytes)
• Descrambler
• Demultiplexing, to obtain the 16 AU4
• Loopback Towards Rx output Pass–through, for 4F MS SPRING protection purpose
(not operative in this release)
• Internal Section Adaptation, to synchronize the extracted clock to the local clock received from
the CRU.
In this way further sixteen AU4 are presented to the HPC Tx.

Sixteen AU4 are selected from the HPC block to pass towards the outgoing line.
Other 18 AU4 can be selected for trib loopback cross–connection.

Next Tx Blocks are :

• HUG : High Order path Unequipped Generator

When the payload is unequipped insert this information in the C2 POH byte.

• MSA : Multiplex Section Adaptation, generating the 16 AU4 pointer.

• Multiplexer: the 2488Mbit/s stream is obtained through parallel/serial conversion. To multiplex,

the 16 signals are byte interleaved in the STM–16 (see Figure 63. on page 140).

• MST: insertion of the Multiplexing SOH byte

• RST: insertion of the Regeneration SOH byte

The SOH byte are indicated in Figure 62. on page 139 The SOH byte received from the AUX unit
are interfaced with the OH BUS at 5.2 Mb/s through the FUTURE BUS DRIVER.
The CK 2488 MHz clock which retaime the data signal is obtained through a VCO synchronized
to the CK 38T received from CRU.

• Scrambler (except the first SOH line)

• Electro/optical conversion, achieved through a component mounted on the Aggregate, permits

to access the resulting signal at the connector (5) on the front coverplate.
The E/O Converter is power supplied at –2.3V, derived from the Power Supply Block on the
Aggregate.
The Automatic Laser Shutdown (ALS) facility provided through the Card Controller software
setting and management complies with ITU–T Rec G.958.
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Only for the STM16 Aggregates with ”192.3 to 195.7” indication, is present a”WDM tone
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 Reception

The unit receives the 2488 Mbit/s Signal from the optical line. This signal can be accessed at the front
coverplate connector (4).
not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

The Optical/Electrical block converts the signal (D 2488 R) by regenerating it and extracting the
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CK 2488 R clock.
The CK 38 R clock is generated through subdivision and sent to the CRU units.
The circuits that follow are:

• Alignment check (A1, A2 bytes)

• Descrambler

• RST: extraction of the regeneration SOH bytes

• MST: extraction of the multiplexer SOH bytes.

The use of the terminated SOH byte is indicated in Figure 62. on page 139. The auxiliary SOH
byte terminated on the AUX units, are transmitted on an SOH BUS at 5.2 Mb/s through a
FUTURE BUS DRIVER.

• Serial/Parallel circuit : demultiplexes the 16 streams of the STM–16.

• MSA : Multiplex Section Adaptation to synchronize the extracted timing from line to the local
clock received from the CRU selected.

Adaptation is through AU4 pointer justification (pointer interpretation and generation).

• HPOM : Higher Order Path Overhead Monitoring. B3 parity check control on VC4’s POH.

• Loopback toward Tx side, for 2F MS SPRING protection purpose. (Not operative in this release)

At this point the AU4’s enter the HPC Rx and follow different directions, towards the Aggregate opposite
side (AU4 Pass–Through) and the tributaries. In the HPC enter also the 18 AU4 from Tx side, for trib. to
trib. loopback cross–connection.

The following are the circuits towards the opposite side aggregate:

• Multiplexing the 16 streams.

• Alignment (A1, A2 bytes insertion)

• Scrambler

The pass–through are connected to the opposite side aggregate via 32 x 77 Mbit/s signals.

The HWP sends the AU4 towards the 18 possible tributaries (main + spare)

OH BUS

An already mentioned OH BUS (5,2 Mb/s) is used to exchange speech and data channels with AUX unit.
Others OH BUS streams (4.86 Mb/s) will be used ( NOT OPERATIVE IN THIS RELEASE), for protection
(4F and 2FM spring, dual ENDED MS Linear trail) managing K1 and K2 byte.
Also a clear–channel, using D4
D12, will be operative as OH BUS.
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 Card Controller

The Card Controller sub–unit carries out the following operations:

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

Dialog with the Equipment controller unit

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Information on setting options, criteria, loop, reset, switching is exchanged with the Equipment Controller
unit through the LIECB and NIEBC connection.

Alarms, Configuration, Performance Internal dialog

This dialog permits to transmit/receive the E2PROM stored unit software settings. Alarms and
performance are received from the unit.
The alarms indicating local unit failure activate the red LED (1) (LEDN command).Signals COSW, added
to EXT ALM (sum of external alarms LOS, LOF, MS–AIS, MS–FERF, EXBER), generate the OSW
switching command.
LED (2) ON denotes operating unit (command WK CH).

CRU selection

This interface selects the CRU from which the synchronism and timing signals to be used as reference
for the unit are extracted. In order to provide the selection criteria, this interface processes the alarms
received from the two CRU’s, namely:

ISWCA : internal alarm received from the CRU A;

ISWCB : internal alarm received from the CRU B;

DCC Management
Allows to locally interface the 192 Kbit/s channels (D1–D3) and 576 Kbit/s channels (D4–D12) of the
SOH’s TMN stream.

Unit type acknowledgment

Through the CTYPE 0–3 signal the Card Controller can acknowledge the unit on which it is mounted.

Optical Protection Management

This facility enables the ALS performance as specified by ITU–T Rec. G.958, i.e., shuts down Laser when
no optical signal is received.
Laser can be reset through the following commands:

– manual, Laser ON for.2 secs. every time push–button (3) is pressed.

– automatic, Laser ON for 2 secs. every 180 secs.

– manual for test: Laser ON for 90 secs. every time push–button (3) is pressed for more than
12 seconds.
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 Protection Management
The Protection function is enabled through the ISW commands which cause switching between regular
and spare units.
not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

The ISW commands are received from:

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– the other Aggregate on the same side (to know the alarm conditions, not operative in this
release).

– the trib. (to select the one to use).

Protection signals (PROT) are generated.

Physical position acknowledgment

Through signals ID 0–4 the Card Controller acknowledges the position of the unit inside the subrack.

Power supply, Remote Inventory

The power supply voltages present at the input of the unit are:

+5.3V  3%

–5.5V  3%

+12.1V  3%

The voltages are protected through fuses and distributed to all the digital and the optical block.

PW ALM alarm is generated in case of malfunction or voltage failure.

The electrical ground and chassis ground are strap–connected.

The unit is equipped with an E2PROM (serial protocol) to store the unit inventory data ( unit mnemonic,
serial number part number, supplier code, ect.).

This store is power supplied with a service voltage and connected to the Equipment Controller unit which
utilizes it for the Remote Inventory.

The contents of Inventory data is fully indicated in chpt. 4.1 on page 201

The CAREM signal indicates the presence of the board (ground contact) and it is directly connected to
the Equipment Controller.
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PROT PROT VCO CK2488T
STM–16 CK38T 2488 WDM
(77MHz) MHZ TONE

ÇÇ
1 GENERATOR

04
ALIGNMENT
MSP AND DEMUX ISA S
2 DESCAMBLER 16 C
AU4 R 2488 T 5

FROM AGG.
16 AU4 A E/O

OPPOSITE SIDE
HPC

PASS–THROUGH
Tx HUG MSA MUX MST RST M CONVERSION
CK EX CK 2.4 B Tx STM–16
L
18 E
AU4 HWP R

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TRIBUTARIES
FUTURE BUS 5.2 Mbit/s
4F TRIB. TO TRIB. 2F DRIVER AUX
MS SPRING MS SPRING
LOOPBACK LOOPBACK LOOPBACK

18
AU4 M–SOH R–SOH
4x38 Mb/s 16 AU4
HWP

TO THE
4

TRIBUTARIES
2488 R
HPC ALIGNMENT E/O
RX HPOM MSA DEMUX MST RST AND CK2488 R CONVERSION
1 DESCRAMBLER Rx
16 AU4 STM–16
ALIGNMENT
AND MUX
SCRAMBLER

TO AGGR.
2 FUTURE BUS 4.86MB/S

OPPOSITE SIDE
DRIVER OH–BUS

PASS–THROUGH
STM–16
(77MHz) PROT WKCH CONFIGURATIONS

ÇÇ
CK A 2 EXTALM <1 OSW
PERFORMANCE = TO ALL
CK B CK 38T 1
UNITS
SY A LEDN D4–D12
:

CRU
SY B SYNC ALARMS
ALS D1–D3
: CTYPE0–3
:
CK 38
ÉÉÉÉ
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Figure 67. Block diagram: STM–16 Aggregate

+5.3V +5V DIALOG FOR ALARMS DCC UNIT
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ISW

ISWCA
ISWCB
ID0–4

LIECB
NIECB

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 3.2.5 BOOSTER Unit

(See Figure 68. on page 172)

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

The description is applicable to all the Booster units of this release.

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Only the +17 dBm booster slightly differs from this description because it contains two Laser Pumps
instead of one.

The Booster unit is utilized when it is necessary to get longer span.

Max two Booster units can be inserted in the subrack.
Each Booster can be inserted in the same position of the Aggregates according the configuration of
Figure 32. on page 93.

The Booster can differ by output optical power values: +10 dBm, +13 dBm, +15 dBm, +17 dBm.
The optical connectors FC/PC or SC/PC are accessible on the unit’s front coverplate.

The unit provide a direct optical amplification (i.e. without any intermediate optical / electrical conversion).
The optical signal transmitted from the Aggregate to the Booster, is amplified and then transmitted towards
the external line.

The interconnection between Booster and Aggregates units is realized on the unit front optical connectors
by means of supplied optical cable.

Each unit is physically made up of:

• Optical Amplifier on which are mounted:

• Booster Extension

• OFA Connection

• Card Controller sub–unit

The Optical Amplifier sub–unit contains the control and monitoring circuits for the optical functions.

The Booster Extension sub–unit interconnects the unit with the backpanel of the subrack.

The OFA Connection sub–unit connect the Optical Amplifier subunit with the OFA component, mounted
on the mechanical structure of the unit.

The Card Controller sub–unit executes management functions (alarms check, configuration commands,
etc.) when interfacing the Equipment Controller unit.

Unit operation is functionally subdivided into:

Optical Fiber Amplification

Control and alarms blocks

Card Controller

Power Supply and Remote Inventory

In this sections are described the functions of the unit and sub–units making up the Booster.
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 Optical Fiber Amplification

The following blocks are present:

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

The incoming optical signal is received from the Aggregate on the input optical connector (4) of the

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unit front cover.

the Input Monitor couples a small fraction of light onto a photodiode to detect the input optical power
level ( IP ).

An Input Optical Isolator protects the upstream optical transmitter from OFA spontaneous
emission.

A Wavelength Division Multiplexing Coupler inserts optical power, generated by a Pump Laser (at
a wavelength of 1480 nm), into the received signal.

A length of Erbium–Doped Fiber acts as gain medium: stimulated emission of photons at the
wavelength of incoming signal is induced by optical pumping.

An Output Optical Isolator assures stable operation to the OFA, preventing external reflections
back to itself.

An Output Monitor couples a small fraction of light onto a photodiode to detect the output optical
power level ( OP ).

The amplified optical signal is avaible on the output optical connector (5) of the unit front cover.

Control and alarms block

A Pumping Laser Temperature Control receives a signal related to the temperature of the Pump
Laser block,detected by means of a thermistor. This is used to obtain an adjusting signal, feedback
transmitted to the Pump Laser. In this block a Peltier cooler properly increase or decrease the working
temperature to maintain a constant temperature of 25° C.
Temp signal is generated.

An Automatic Power Control provides a current adjustment for the Pumping Laser receiving the
power levels from the Output Monitoring block.
I Pump signal is generated.

The Alarm Generation Block processes the signals coming from the various circuits (input and
output levels,temperature, pump current), generating alarms when fixed thresholds are crossed.
Red LED (2) indicates internal unit faulty.

The Analog/Digital Converter Block measures the analog values of the unit signals (input and
output levels,temperature, pump current) and supplies them in digital form under software control
(not operative in this release).

The Laser Shutdown Block permits to turn off the Laser transmission for Optical Safety reason.
The Shutdown is activated in one of the following condition:

• the front cover is removed.

In this condition the push–button (1) is not pressed.
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• the loss of input signal is detected

The laser shutdown is also indicated by the lightning of the yellow LED (3) of the unit.

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 Card Controller

The Card Controller sub–unit carries out the following operations:

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

Dialog with the Equipment controller unit

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Information on setting options and alarms is exchanged with the Equipment Controller unit through the
LIECB and NIEBC connection.

Alarms and Configuration Internal dialog

This dialog permits to receive alarms from the unit and transmit/receive the E2PROM stored unit software
settings. In this release settings cannot be modified by the operator.
The alarms indicating internal unit failure activate the red LED (2) .

Unit type acknowledgment

Through the CTYPE 0–3 signal the Card Controller can acknowledge the unit on which it is mounted.

Physical position acknowledgment

Through signals ID 0–4 the Card Controller acknowledges the position of the unit inside the subrack.

Power supply, Remote Inventory

The power supply voltages present at the input of the unit are:

+5.3V  3%

–5.5V  3%

+12.1V  3%

The voltages are protected through fuses and distributed to all the blocks.

PW ALM alarm is generated in case of malfunction or voltage failure.

The unit is equipped with an E2PROM (serial protocol) to store the unit inventory data ( unit mnemonic,
serial number part number, supplier code, ect.).

This store is power supplied with a service voltage and connected to the Equipment Controller unit which
utilizes it for the Remote Inventory.

The contents of Inventory data is fully indicated chpt. 4.1 on page 201

The CAREM signal indicates the presence of the board (ground contact) and it is directly connected to
the Equipment Controller.
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4 5

INPUT INPUT WDM ERBIUM OUTPUT OUTPUT

MONITOR ISOLATOR COUPLER DOPED ISOLATOR MONITOR
STM–16 FIBER STM–16
FROM TO
AGGREGATE LINE

IP

PUMP PUMP AUTOMATIC OP

TEMPERATURE LASER POWER
CONTROL CONTROL

TEMP. I PUMP

3
COVER LASER SHUT DN
1 REMOVAL SHUTDOWN

LOS IN

IP IP
ALARMS DIGITAL
OP ALARMS VALUES ANALOG OP
TO
I PUMP GENERATION DIGITAL I PUMP
CONVERTER
TEMP. TEMP.

ÇÇ
2
PW ALM

ÇÇ
CONFIGURATIONS

ÇÇ
ALARMS CTYPE 0–3
:
+ 5.3V + 5V

ÇÇ
POWER – 5.5V POWER SUPPLY – 5V
BLOCK
SUPPLY + 12.1V (WITH FUSE) + 12V
C C DIALOG FOR ALARMS UNIT
A O AND
R N TYPE
D T CONFIGURATIONS ACKNOWLED.
CAREM R
EQ. CONTR. O
L DIALOG WITH PHYSICAL
L
E EQUIPMENT POSITION
R CONTROLLER ACKNOWLED.
REMOTE
EQ. CONTR. INVENTORY
NIECB
LIECB

ID 0–4
:

EQ. CONTR.

Figure 68. Block diagram: Booster unit

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 3.2.6 AUX/EOW WIDE NETWORK Unit

(See Figure 69. on page 177)

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

This description is applicable to all the different Auxiliary units.

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This unit processes all the overhead streams of the 1st STM–1 frame of stream STM16 not terminated
onto the gate–array of the aggregate and tributary units.

The streams involved are:

• aggregate SOH (side WEST and side EAST)

• Tributary SOH
• POH of VC–3 (not operative)
• POH of VC–4

Byte transit and termination operations are performed on the above streams.

The streams and bytes being managed depend on the software program (see Operator’s Handbook).
SOH and VC4 POH only are operative in this Release.

To utilize the terminated bytes the unit makes available:

• 6 data channels: 3 with 64 Kbit/s codirectional G.703 Interface and 3 with V11 interface
(RS422 A)
• 1 order–wire for selective call, local operator’s telephone set and hybrid circuit
• 1 analog EOW extension (for the SL–SM AUX/EOW Extension and the AUX/EOW
EXTENSION unit only) to set up external telephone connections.

Speech connection differentiates the units:

– the SL–SM AUX/EOW EXTENSION and the AUX/EOW EXTENSION unit realize the analog speech
by–pass between the two aggregate sides, and established a connection with an external telephone
set.
– the SL–SM AUX/EOW WIDE NETWORK and the AUX/EOW UNIT allow digital speech by–bass and
can be used on wide networks.
– The SL–SM AUX/EOW EXTENSION unit and the SL–SM AUX/EOW WIDE NETWORK unit
guarantee the AUX interworking with Line Terminal Alcatel equipment.

ORDER WIRE CHANNEL

A user can establish three types of connection:

• call another ADM

• call a LIne Terminal
• setting up a conference call

When calling another ADM the two users must take account of:

• the green LED (7) : indicating free line

• the yellow LED (6) : glowing indicates busy line; flashing indicates incoming selective call
• the yellow LED (5) : indicating incoming conference call
• key J (4) : line seizure
• Key R (3) : line reset
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• Socket (2) for telephone handset connection

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 Before starting a call the user checks the state of the line, inserts the telephone handset into socket (2).
Presses key J (4) to seize the line and dials the subscriber number.

The connection between two subscribers is established through dialling i.e., the calling party dials the

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

number identifying the called subscriber.

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The identification number consists of two digits within 10 and 99 and is DTMF encoded.

The called subscriber identifies the incoming call through the lighting up (flashing) of the relevant LED
and the activation of the buzzer. The call starts when the called party lifts the handset. This operation will
inhibit the buzzer.

The conversation in progress is private, i.e., upon lifting the telephone handset, all the other connected
subscribers receive the busy tone. A third subscriber can cut in by pressing key ”J” (4).
Subscriber presence is indicated through an inclusion tone.

Moreover any subscriber can set up a conference–call by dialling the number 00. In this case all the
connected subscribers can hear the conversation and can intervene by keeping key ”J” (4) pressed.
The ”back call” tonality is not received.

If You wants to silence the buzzer of people who are not interested on the conference call and that have
not answered, You have to select number ”0”.

The call terminates when the calling or called party hangs up the telephone handset thus releasing the
line. Should the line continue to be engaged because the telephone handsets of both subscribers have
not been positioned correctly, the subscriber will send the RESET (R) command (3) to release it.

When calling a Line Terminal from an ADM, the two users must take account of these two differences:

• key ”*” on the telephone keyboard: line seizure

• key ”#” on the telephone keyboard: line reset

• the conference call is not supported

• a third Line Terminal can not intervene into a private conversation

N.B. Be careful that if You push the # key on the telephone keyboard, You will reset the line even if
You are calling another ADM.

For details on the behavior of the Line Terminal refer to the proper Manual.

The Hybrid circuit section connects the ”selective call” circuits and the local operator’s set to the
COMBO to encode the speech channel.
At this point the signals are exchanged between the AUX and MATASSA gate arrays.

Data Channels

The 64 Kbit/s and V11 data channels transit through the Interface circuits to be then sequentially
connected to the AUX and MATASSA Gate Arrays.

Gate Array AUX

The AUX gate array multiplexes and demultiplexes the local overheads to/from the MATASSA gate array
(multiplexing/demultiplexing circuits) and arranges them in the required order.
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If properly programmed it can transmit the 64Kbit/s bytes in a codirectional or contradirectional mode
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 Gate Array MATASSA

The MATASSA gate array interfaces the AUX/EOW unit with the aggregates and tributaries.
The gate array processes the 5.2Mbit/s frames connected with aggregates A and B and the frame of the
not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

4.86Mbit/s overhead bus (OH–B) connected with the tributary units. Therefore the gate array can be
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considered as a component which branches signals over four bidirectional ports:

• Aggregate A

• Aggregate B

• OH BUS (tributaries )

• Local (data and voice accesses)

This function is performed through matrices.

Since all the incoming signals have to be synchronized before being processed through the local clock,
a 5.184MHz PLL must be utilized to synchronize the local clock to the incoming 38.88MHz clock.
Moreover the Gate array MATASSA interfaces, as master, the AUX gate array with its synchronism and
clock.

Bytes A1 and A2, B1, B2 and the AU pointer are not handled by the unit (see Figure 59. on page 136, and
Figure 62. on page 139).

All cross–connected bytes can be addressed, starting from any incoming frame, towards any outgoing
one.
Selection is referred in the Operator’s Handbook.

Futurebus driver

The Futurebus driver is an electrical interface which increases the rate and integrity of the data processed
by the gate array MATASSA with OH BUS.

Card Controller

The Card Controller sub–unit carries out the following functions:

CRU selection

This interface selects the CRU from which the synchronism and timing signals to be used as reference
for the unit are extracted. In order to provide the selection criteria, this interface processes the alarms
received from the two CRU’s, namely:

ISWCA : internal alarm received from the CRU A;

ISWCB : internal alarm received from the CRU B;

Dialog with the Equipment controller unit

Information on presettings, criteria, reset etc. is exchanged with the Equipment Controller unit through the
LIECB and NIECB connections.

Physical position acknowledgment

Through signals ID 0–4 the Card Controller acknowledges the position of the unit inside the subrack.
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 Unit type acknowledgment

Through the CTYPE signal the Card Controller can acknowledge the unit on which it is mounted.

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

Internal dialog for Alarms, Configuration and Performance

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This type of dialog permits to transmit/receive the unit SW settings stored through the EEPROM, define
all the OH bytes and defines the matrices for POH and SOH bytes routing (to this purpose the interface
processes the switching signals ISW received from the units). Alarm and performance criteria are received
from the local unit.

The local unit alarms light up red LED (1).

Power supply, Remote Inventory

The power supply voltages present at the input of the unit are:

+5.3V  3%

–5.5V  3%

+12.1V  3%

The PW ALM alarm is generated in case of malfunction or voltage failure.

The electrical ground and chassis ground are strap–connected.

The unit is equipped with an E2PROM (serial protocol) to store the unit inventory data (company identifier,
serial number, part number, ect.).

This store is power supplied with a service voltage and connected to the Equipment Controller unit which
utilizes it for the Remote Inventory.

The contents of Inventory data is fully described in para 4.1 on page 201.

The CAREM signal indicates the presence of the board (ground contact) and it is directly connected to
the Equipment Controller.
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D64TN/P1 2
/ D–CK–S 5.2T1E 3
D64TN/P2 2 G.703 /
/ Tx GATE ARRAY AUX
D64TN/P3 2 INTERFACE D–CK–S 5.2T2E 3

04
/ POH/SOH /
BYTE D–CK–S 5.2T1W 3
V11TN/P1 2 MATRIX /
/
V11TN/P2 2 V11 D–CK–S 5.2T2W 3
/ Tx /
V11TM/P3 2 MUX
INTERFACE OH
/
M96
M97 3 TIME OH–BUS

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M98 GENERATION PLL
(AUX) D64RN/P1 DRIVER
2 FROM/TO
/ UNIT
D64RN/P2 2 G.703

ÉÉ
ÉÉ
/ Rx CK38 SY38
D64RN/P3 2 INTERFACE
/
D–CK–S 5.2R1E 3
V11RN/P1 2 /
/
V11RN/P2 2 V11 POH/SOH D–CK–S 5.2R2E 3
/ Rx /
V11RN/P3 2 DEMUX BYTE
INTERFACE OH D–CK–S 5.2R1W
/ MATRIX 3
/
3 D–CK–S 5.2R2W
/ 3
/

GATE ARRAY MATASSA

ÉÉ
2 REMOTE EQ. CONTR.
INVENTORY

LOCAL PARTY COMBO

OP. SET LINE ANALOG EOW 4
/ M92
EXTENSION

SELECTIVE LINE
STATUS ISW 1E
CALL CHECK
BUZZER PERFORMANCE ISW 2E

Figure 69. Block diagram: AUX/EOW

M102 FROM
CH 1 CONFIG. ISW 1W AGGREGATES
J R ISW 2W
5 6 7
4 3
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CAREM INTERNAL DIALOGUE FOR
EQ. CONTR. ALARMS CONFIGURATIONS PHYSICAL ID 0 –: 4
+12.1V F CHFAIL PERFORMANCE POSITION ACKNOW
ISWCA
+5.3V
+5V DIALOG WITH ISWCB
POWER ELECTRONIC –5V UNIT TYPE EQUIPMENT CRU
–5.5V FUSE ACKNOW SELECTION CKA
SUPPLY PW ALM. CONTROLLER CK38
CKB
SZ SY38 SYNCA CRU
SYNCB
CTYPE 0 –: 3
IECB

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 3.2.7 Clock Reference Unit

(See Figure 70. on page 181)

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

The clock reference unit (CRU) is supplied in the ”Enhanced” and ”Enhanced 0.37ppm” versions, the latest

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being distinguished by better hold–over stability and both in the compliance with ITU–T Rec.G81s.
The CRU delivers synch. signals to all units of the equipment (T0) and to the external source (T4).

Therefore, the CRU unit can:

• select the reference involved

• change the reference (or mode) when losing synchronism locking another reference available
or the local oscillator.
• Operate in a Hold–Over/Free Running mode.

A max. of 15 references are available at the input:

• nine references received from the STM–1 Tributary Units as T1 (38.88MHz).

• four references received from the 38.88MHz aggregate units (T1)
• two 2.048 MHz external synchronism references received from connector M91 (T3).

Operation

The input references are named:

• RCKT1–5 A and B received from the 9 tributary units

• RCK381, 2 E – RCK381,2 W received from the four aggregate units
• CKIN A,B received from the external source

A 16.364MHz CK16R clock can be received from a Local Oscillator mounted on the card or from one of
the VCO’s utilized in the PLL’s (SETG described further on). Loss of this clock generates the CK16ALL
alarm.

All the references received from the aggregate and tributary units are associated to:

• a signal indicating integrity

• a reference command or mode switch (ISWi)

Afterwards the duplicated signals are sent to the inputs of two different selection circuits (SELA, SELB).

The condition creates two independent paths:

• the 2MHz path towards the outside of the equipment (T4)

• the 38MHz path to send to all the units of the equipment (TO)

Different references and/or operating modes can be selected for each path.

The Equipment Controller configures the CRU to use twelve of the input signals, arranged in any
combination, as synch. signals, i.e., up to six for the internal reference (38.88 MHz), and up to six for the
external reference (2.048 MHz). The operator prioritizes them (from 1 to 6) through the Craft Terminal/OS.

The LOS and DRIFT 1–6 alarm roots are detected on those reference signals configured by E.C.

The selected reference (REF) is processed by SETG and digitally compared with the 38.88 and 2048 MHz
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clocks (generated by the relative VCO’s).

Synch. reference selection is principally based on quality (byte S1) and also on the priorities assigned
through the CT.

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 Having to select among signals with the same quality level, the one with the highest priority will be
chosen. The selection algorithm relates the alarms to the inputs (LOS, LOF AIS, BER and DRIFT).
The use of the SSM is fully described in the general description.
not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

The operative modes are:

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LOCKED the SETG output is frequency–locked to the reference

selected through the algorithm among those chosen by the
operator.

HOLD OVER/FREE RUNNING These operating modes are enabled if the selected references
are absent. If a previous reference has been selected and has
worked for at least half an hour, the unit will work in the
”hold–over” operating mode.
In the hold–over mode this stored reference lasts for an
unlimited period of time, and as a 1ppm/day stability or
0.37ppm/day stability according the type of unit used.

The free–running operating mode is determined by absence

of reference or the impossibility of using the ”Hold–over
mode”.

A CK38i reference clock (38.88MHz) and the S38i multiframe synchronism (2kHz) are generated on the
38 MHz path by SETG and sent to all the equipment units.

Loss of the above signals generates the MFSALL and CK38ALL alarm roots.

The CKOUT synchronism clock (2048 MHz) is generated on the 2MHz path by SETG and sent to the
external source through the G703 interface.
This 2MHz clock is enabled by the SWCKMN signal received from the Equipment Controller.

SELC is preset through the CT/OS when wanting to obtain T4 for the selection of the T1 inputs, or directly
from the T0 criteria.

Squelch Criteria

Two CT/OS configured squelch functions are available at the output:

T4 = T1 can select only the SQ threshold

T4 = T0 can enable/disable the SQ, and selects a SQ threshold. Output T4 can be squelched
through CT/OS.
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 Card Controller

The Card Controller sub–unit carries out the following functions:

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

Internal dialog for Alarms, Configuration, Performance

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This type of dialog permits to transmit/receive the SW settings stored through the EEPROM; receive alarm
and performance criteria from the unit.

The LEDN (loss of +5) and SWALL (unit alarm) alarms are also generated, and their OR’ing with the
CK16ALL, MFS ALL and CK38ALL alarms activates the red alarm LED (1) and the OSWC switch criteria.
The OSWC criteria is then sent to all the equipment units.

References and operations are SW settable.

Dialog with the Equipment controller unit

Information on presettings, criteria, reset etc. is exchanged with the Equipment Controller unit through the
LIEC, NIECB connections.

Physical position acknowledgment

Through signals ID 0–4 the Card Controller acknowledges the position of the unit inside the subrack.

Unit Type acknowledgment

Through the CTYPE signal 0–3 the Card Controller can acknowledge the unit on which it is mounted.

Power supply, Remote Inventory

The power supply voltages present at the input of the unit are:

+5.3V  3%

–5.5V  3%

+12.1V  3%

The PWALM alarm is generated following malfunction or voltage failure .

The unit is equipped with an E2PROM (serial protocol) to store the unit inventory data (unit mnemonic,
serial number,part number, supplier code, ect.)

This store is power supplied with a service voltage and connected to the Equipment Controller unit which
utilizes it for the Remote Inventory.

The contents of Inventory data is fully described in para 4.1 on page 201.

The equipment can be provided with two Clock Reference units.

The CAREM CR Tx signal indicates the presence of the unit (ground contact) and it is directly connected
to the other Clock Reference unit and the Equipment Controller.

The CAREM CR Rx signal indicates if the other Clock Reference unit is present (or not).

Both CRU units deliver the SYNCHRONISM signal and the relative INTEGRITY (or SWITCH)
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signal (OSWC). CRU A or B selection in all the unit of the equipment depends on the OSWC
signal (ISWC at the input)

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ISWi LOS
DRIFT 1
&
T2

04
RCK T1A

REF (TO)
SETG CK38/SY38
38880KHz LOS T1 TO ALL UNITS
FROM TRIBS. ISWi DRIFT N
& SELB

RCK TNA/B SQUELCH

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ISWi DRIFT 1
&
MFS ALL CK38 ALL
RCK38 1E/W
CK OUT

T1
38880 KHz REF SQUELCH SEL (T4)
SETG INT 2048KHz
FROM AGG. T1 –T4 C G703 TO EXT
M91
LOS SELA
ISWi DRIFT N
& SWCKMN
ÉÉÉ
ÉÉÉ

CKOUT EQ. CONTR.

RCK 38 NE/W
LOS

ÉÉ
DRIFT A
CKINA INT
G.703
2048KHz T3
CAREMCRRX LOS N CK38ALL CK16ALL
FROM EXT LOS
M91 DRIFT B
CKINB INT PWALM MFSALL
G.703
G
CONFIGURATIONS
16,384MHz CK16R
PERFORMANCE CK16ALL

Figure 70. Block diagram: Clock Reference

<
DET ALARMS MFSALL =1
CKOUT CK16 CK16ALL OSWC
CK38ALL
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FROM AGGR. SWALL
ISWi OTHER UNITS

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AND TRIB INTERNAL DIALOGUE FOR LEDN
CAREMCR RX ALARMS CONFIGURATIONS PERFORMANCE
FROM OTHER CRU
CARD CONTROLLER
TO THER CRU CAREMCR Tx
AND PWALM PHYSICAL UNIT TYPE DIALOG WITH PWALM
EQ. CONTR. +5.3V POSITION ACKNOWLED EQUIPMENT
VC5V ACKNOWLED. CONTROLLER
ELECTRONIC
POWER –5.5V FUSE REMOTE
–VC5V INVENTORY
SUPPLY
+12,1V F CTYPE 0 –: 3
VC12V

ID 0 –: 4 LIECB NIECB EQ. CONTR.

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 3.2.8 Equipment Controller SMEC

(See Figure 71. on page 188)

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

The ”Equipment Controller SMEC” must manage:

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• dialog with the units housed in the subrack through interface S0 relevant to alarm collection,
performance monitoring, execution and check of the software presettings
(dialog with ”drop shelf” equipment through interface S1 is not operative in this equipment).

• equipment alarm interfacing through interface A and P with:

– front cover LED

– Remote alarms
– alarm criteria towards the rack lamps
– parallel contacts to/from external source

As well as interfacing for:

– unit type and presence checks

– protection management
– ANDOR/3 management
– Power supply alarms processing
– Remote Inventory

• local dialog with a personal computer through interface F

• dialog with the Operation System for Network Management operations through Interface Q3

• dialog with the external equipment for Network Management operations through Interface Q2
(Mediation Device function. Not operative in this release)

The interfaces and relevant functions are mainly carried out through:

• Microprocessor with Control BUS logic

• Memories

Interface S0

As previously mentioned this interface manages dialog between the Equipment Controller and the Card
Controller subunits inside the various equipment units.

The ALARM COLLECTION, PERFORMANCE MONITORING, SOFTWARE SETTING

CONFIGURATION operations are dialogued.

Interface S consists of two serial buses defined as INTRA EQUIPMENT CONTROL BUS (IECB):

LIECB, CKL allows to exchange messages inherent to the local operations of the equipment

NIECB, CKN allows to exchange messages assigned to TMN Messages needing to access the
auxiliary channels of the SDH frame (D1:D12).In this manner the equipment not directly
connected to it are connected with OS.

The data inside these streams mainly concern other TMN network equipment functions.
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 Interface S1

This interface manages dialog between the Equipment Controller and the Drop–Shelf units (external
equipment).
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The functions realized are the same of the SO interface, using in this case the L1–IECB, Ck1–L, N1–IECB,
CK1–N signals.

This interface is not operative with this equipment.

Interfaces A and P

Interfaces A and P permit to activate the equipment alarm signallings (i.e. parallel contacts, remote alarms,
LEDs) by processing the unit alarm signallings.

Additionally, they carry out management and switching operations.

Interface A mainly suppors the following features:

– Led and access point of the unit front coverplate

– alarm signallings

Interface P mainly supports

– Protection Switching

– Card presence and Card type

– Remote Inventory

The detail of the features is presented in next points.

The following generated remote alarms can be accessed at the relevant terminal tagblock:

• INT : indicates the internal alarm condition

• URG : indicates the urgent alarm condition

• NURG : indicates the not urgent alarm condition

• IND : indicates the indicative alarm condition

• TORC : indicates if one of the Power supply units is faulty or absent. It is the OR’ing of PFAIL
1, 2, 3 alarm

• TANC : indicates the faulty condition of two or all the Power supply units through a relay contact

• TUP : indicates the alarm of the Equipment Controller unit through a relay contact.

• C : storing command of the alarms, can be received from external

The alarm condition is indicated with ground contact except for the TUP (open contact).
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 The following are the alarms utilized to activate the rack LEDs:

• RURG indicates the urgent alarm condition and lights up the relative rack red LED

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

• RNURG indicates the not urgent alarm condition and lights up the relative rack red LED

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• M indicates the storing status of the RURG+RNURG alarms and lights up the rack yellow LED
and yellow ATTD LED (5) on the front coverplate.

• C is the storing command of the alarms activated by pressing push–button (10) on the unit front
coverplate

The C command is also sent to the ANDOR/3 subunit together with:

• CAND indicates the faulty condition of all POWER SUPPLY units through a relay contact
(usually open)

• UP indicates the alarm of the Equipment Controller through a relay contact (usually open)

The EUA contact is used to inform the ANDOR/3 subunit on the presence/absence of the Equipment
Controller unit.

Moreover, the ”LED Processing” circuit activates the following LEDs of the unit:

• red LED (7) URG indicates the presence of an urgent alarm. When it is ON together with the
red LED (1), it indicates unit reset activation.

• red LED (6) NURG indicates the presence of a not urgent alarm

• yellow LED (4) ABN indicates the ”Abnormal” condition (type: active loopbacks, forcing units
into service, laser forced ON or OFF, try to restore after ALS)

• yellow LED (3) IND indicates the presence of an indicative alarm

• red INT LED (1) indicates the presence of an alarm inside the unit or, when red LED (7) is ON
too, it indicates the activation of the unit reset

• yellow ATTD LED (5) indicates the URG/NURG alarm storing status when pressing
push–button (10) on the unit’s front coverplate or when sending a command from the Craft
Terminal or Operation System, or through the Remote Alarms Connection (M101).

By pressing push–button (11) on the unit’s front coverplate (LAMPTEST) the operator checks if all the
LEDs light up (except the LEDs on the AUX/EOW unit and Power Supply) without having to generate
alarms.

The Parallel Contacts Management circuit supplies eight configurable alarms / commands criteria
(CP01–8) to external sources . The circuit also receives 8 criteria (CPI1–8) from the external source.
See para 5.3.8 on page 263 for details.

The Interface also processes the following ANDOR/3’s alarms:

• PW ANDOR – indicates failure or absence of ANDOR/3 subunit

• ORALIM – Battery OR’ing coming from ANDOR/3 indicating failure or absence of one of the two
station batteries.
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 The Interface analyzes the unit’s status, and provides protection through switchings inside the equipment.

The operating Clock Reference unit is selected by analyzing the OSWCA/B signals which represent the
operating status of the two units, and by generating the SWCKMN selection command, used in the CRU
not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

to transmit the 2MHz clock to the external source.

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The OSW 1–10 signals are received from the tributaries. These criteria generates the MSW 1–8 command
(sent to the switch modules and switch units) to activate tributaries EPS Switching.

The Detection circuit:

• checks the presence/absence of the units through the CAREM 1–26 command.

• checks the type of unit Matrices (Not operative in this equipments)

• checks the type of presetting on the SWITCH unit (Not operative in this equipment)

The Remote Inventory block dialogs with the units and Bus termination sub–unit of the equipment to
receive the inventory data.

The contents of Inventory data is indicated in the technical characteristics, chpt. 4.1 on page 201.
From the Bus termination is received the Equipment Mac Address.

The Inventory data (also that of Equipment Controller itself) can be accessed from local Craft Terminal
(interface F) or Operation system (interface QB3)

The Clock/Calendar circuit provides to the Equipment Controller unit the following features:

– full time/data features : seconds, minutes, hours

– day of –week, month, years,auto leap year.

This is permitted by an internal oscillator at 32.768 KHz.

The circuit maintains correct time/date updating for at least 24 hours during power loss.

Interface D

This interface is used for debugging purposes

To access this interface dedicated 8 pin RJ 45 is present (8)
Only for internal factory use.

Interface I

This interface is used to manage the signal of a second Equipment Controller, when a protected 1+1
configuration is present.
The purpose is to provide the information exchange in order to define the active/standby unit and decide
the relevant command towards the alarm interface. Not operative in this release.
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 Interface F

Interface F connects the equipment to a personal computer through the front panel connector (9).
This connection allows a local operator to software–handle the equipment.

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

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When Remote Craft Terminal option is used, by means of one F interface is possible to manage a max
of 32 equipment.

Specifically:

• display the current and stored alarms and status of the equipment units,

• send operative command (example: alarm attention, restant equipment, loop backs etc.

• performance monitoring

• display and configure software settings

• administrative selections (password and operator profile)

• Download of the equipment software for installation and updating following the equipment
evolution.

• display the inventory data of the units

These operations are fully described in the Operator’s Manual.

Interface Q2

Interface Q2 connects (RS485) the equipment to an external equipment through the M99 terminal tagblock
on the subrack’s access panel to establish connection between the external equipment and the TMN
network.
In this manner the Equipment Controller executes a Mediation Device function. Interface Q2 is typically
used towards plesiochronous equipment. Interface Q2 is not operative in this release.

Interface Q3

Interface Q3 connects the equipment to an Operation System of local networks as specified by IEEE802.3
Standards.

Connection to the network is established via the AUI–B2 ADAPTER/2 subunit which is terminated on the
M89 terminal tagblock of the subrack’s access panel connecting the Equipment Controller unit.
The AUI–B2 ADAPTER/2 unit permits the connection to the thin Ethernet cable (10 base 2).

Other equipment can be connected via the DCC channels provided by the SOH bytes of the synchronous
frame (D1–D12).

In this manner management operations can be carried out from a Center (Operation System) towards
several and different configured equipment. This facilitates initial turn–on and maintenance operations on
the network equipment (see the functions of interface F).
The operations are detailed in the Operation System Handbook.
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 Unit Management

This operation is carried out by a microprocessor (CPU) which acquires data and makes it available to all
the interfaces. To carry out these functions CPU acts also as a BUS CONTROL LOGIC and use
not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

MEMORIES.
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CPU uses a 2MHz clock internally generated.

The Bus Control Logic handles the data exchange modes between the unit devices. It also handles the
RESET logic of the unit devices (CPU included). The Reset logic is enabled:

• by pressing push–button (12)

• after software command from Craft Terminal or Operation System

• after having turned on the equipment

• when unit power supply decreases below a fixed threshold

• when unit internal alarm is detected.

The local alarm lights up the red alarm indicating LED (1).

The reset command activates LEDs (1) and (7).

Various types of memories reside on the unit:

• Boot Memories , 1 Mbytes FEPROM

• Pluggable Memories, 16 Mbytes FEPROM, 8 Mbytes RAM

The FLASH (FEPROM) memories are used to load software during the installation, operation and
maintenance phases. In this manner the equipment’s software release is updated in accordance with
product evolution.

The power supply present at the input (+5.3V, –5.5V, +12.1V) are protected by fuses.

The +V and –V distributed to the internal circuit are controlled and when they decreases below the
threshold, the detection contributes to generate the internal local alarm.
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EUA 8 25MHz
CLOCK SOURCE
ANDOR/3 PLUGGABLE
L1–IECB MEMORIES BOOT RJ CPU WITH 12 RESET
MEMORIE 45 BUS CONTROL

04
16Mbit/s FEPROM 1Mbit/s FEPROM LOGIC
CK1–L INTERFACE 8Mbit/s RAM
NOT S1
OPERATIVE N1–IECB
DROP–SHELF RESET 9
CK1–N DIALOG
0–IECB INTERFACE
TO/FROM CK0–L INTERFACE
UNITS AND S0 F
FUTUREBUS N0–IECB
EQUIPMENT INTERFACE INTERFACE LOCAL
TERMINATION CK0–N UNIT DIALOG I D TERMINAL

955.100.532 D
1+1 SMEC DEBUGGER
NOT OPERATIVE SPI–OPE–ACT
OSWi 1–10
: INTERFACE
FROM/TRIB. TRIBUTARIES SWITCH P Q2 M99
TO SWITCH MODULES :
MSWi 1–8 MANAGEMENT R MEDIATION
AND UNITS O INTERFACE DEVICE
OSWCA T A/P
OSWCB CRU SWITCH E
TO/FROM MANAGEMENT C
CRU SWCKMN T INTERFACE
Q3 M89
PFAIL–1–3 POWER SUPPLY OPERATION (WITH AUI/B2
FROM POWER ADAPTER)
MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
SUPPLY
PWANDOR
7 URG RESET
FROM ALIMI AND OR /3

/
AND OR/3 MANAGEMENT
CAREMi 1–26
:
FROM UNITS 6 NURG
TYPE OF +V
CTYPES 1–3
: SWITCHING D
NOT OPERATIVE E INTERNAL
NOT T 5 ATTD LOCAL
OPERATIVE CTYPEM 1–2 TYPE OF E ALARM
MATRIXES C –V
NOT OPERATIVE T LED
4 ABN
O
R MANAGEMENT
PRESENCE
OF UNITS S
3 IND
CPI 1–8
: P C H +12.1V
STATIONS ALARMS A O A
GATHERING R N N 2 +V
+5.3V
M100 A T D FUSES
L A –5.5V POWER
INTERF. I/O CPO 1–7
: SENDING L –V
L C I 1
ALARM E T SUPPLY
SIGNALLING N GND
CPO 8 L G

Figure 71. Block diagram: Equipment Controller

C

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3AL 36663 AA AA
INT
M155 NURG
IND
TORC REMOTE
TANC ALARMS
CAND TUP
ANDOR/3 UP
10 11
C
M102 RURG RACK LED ALARMS
RACK LAMPS RNURG
M
TO/FROM REMOTE INVENTORY
UNITS AND EE.......
BUS
TERMINATION CLOCK / CALENDAR

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 3.2.9 ANDOR/3 subunit

(See Figure 72. on page 190).

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

The function of this unit is of detecting power supply failures on the station batteries or on the assemblies,
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and of processing the criteria coming from the Equipment Controller.

These alarm statuses control the generation of the rack lamps command and remote alarms criteria.

The unit is powered from a service battery. Through setting options it can be adapted to the
–48/–60 V or –24 V voltages .
In case of faulty unit power supply, the PWANDOR criteria is generated and sent to the Equipment
Controller unit to light up LED (6) NURG.

The station battery voltages (–BATT1, –BATT2) are controlled (or not) in accordance with the setting
options operated, i.e., either of the two, or none, or both can be checked.

The alarm generated following station battery failure is due to a voltage drop of approx. 20% vs. nominal
value.
The alarm disappears upon restoring the nominal value, less the allowed tolerances.

The failure of both station batteries generates an AND criteria and the TAND remote alarm.
Moreover, the AND criteria is OR’ed with the CAND criteria received from the Equipment Controller unit.

The failure of only one battery generates the OR criteria which, upon being inhibited by the AND criteria,
delivers the TOR remote alarm and the ORALIM criteria to the Equipment Controller unit.

The UP criteria is received from the Equipment Controller unit and when OR’ed with EUA (settable)
generates the AU signal.
The AND, OR and AU criteria are each stored in an appropriate memory circuit (M).

The rack lamps receive the RNURG and RURG output commands. The RURG command is the sum of
the power supply AND and AU criteria, and both are accessed at output A of the memory which
corresponds to the non–stored output.
The alarm statuses can be memorized through the C command activated through push–button (10) on
the Equipment Controller unit, or from CT or OS, or from external.

In this case the output A of the store is de–activated thus causing the RURG and/or RNURG criteria to
disappear, while output M is activated thus concurring to the formation of the M criteria.

If the alarm disappears all the criteria and remote alarms that might be active are automatically
de–activated.

The RURG, RNURG, M alarms operate like the alarms of the Equipment Controller towards the top rack
LEDs.
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04
TAND

–BATT1
+BATT1 & AND A
<
<
=1 RURG

955.100.532 D
=1
M M

RNURG

BATTERY A
&
REMOTE ALARM and RACK LAMP

<
–BATT2
<
=1 OR M M =1 M

+BATT2

TOR

CAND
ORALIMI
C

Figure 72. Block diagram: ANDOR/3

EUA < A
EQ =1
CONTR. AU
UP M M

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PWANDOR

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–5V
RM
INTERF. +VSERV

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 3.2.10 AUI–B2 ADAPTER/2 subunit

(See Figure 73. )

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

The AUI–B2 Adapter subunit connects the equipment to the Operation System of the Telecommunication
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Management Network.
It is plug–in connected to the equipment in the position assigned to it on the front wiring panel (position
F in Figure 22. on page 66).
It interfaces the the electrical and mechanical characteristics of the AUI provided by the Equipment
Controller with the 10 base 2 physical interface, through a BNC female connector.
The ADM uses this module when the plant requires to connect a Thin Ethernet cable to reach the
centralized Operation Systems.

The AUI–B2 ADAPTER consists of the following functional circuits:

1) DC/DC Converter and isolation transformers. They establish an electric isolation between the
coaxial cable and the transceiver cable.

2) Transceiver: it carries out the following functions as specified by the IEEE 802.3 standard
(Ethernet):

a) Transmit: the data received from the equipment (DO–A, DO–B differential signals) are
level adapted in compliancy with the coaxial cables utilized.

b) Receive: the data transiting over the coaxial cable are sent to the equipment (DI–A, DI–B
differential signals)

c) Collision detection: should two or more stations collide (following two or more stations
simultaneously transmitting) then the transmission of the CI–A and CI–B signals will fail.

d) Check length of the transmitted packets: a jabber timer interrupts transmission should the
length of the data packets exceed the maximum allowed standard. Failure of CI signal
transmission is detected.

The Control–out signal (CO), specified by the IEEE 802.3 standard to enable/disable transmission, is not
utilized and the module is always enabled (see Standard should signal fail).

DO–A

DO–B

DI–A
COAXIAL THIN
CABLE
DI–B TRANSCEIVER ETHERNET
Equipment
CI–A
Controller
CI–B
unit
CO–A

CO–B

+12V +9V
1AA 00014 0004 (9007) A4 – ALICE 04.10

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 3.2.11 AUI–BT ADAPTER subunit

(See Figure 74. on page 194)

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

The AUI–BT Adapter subunit connects the equipment to the Operation System of the Telecommunication

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Management Network.
It is plug–in connected to the equipment in the position assigned to it on the front wiring panel (position
F in Figure 22. on page 66).
It interfaces the the electrical and mechanical characteristics of the AUI provided by the Equipment
Controller with the 10 base T physical interface, through an 8 pin RJ45 connector.
The ADM uses this module when the plant requires to connect a Twisted pair cable to reach the centralized
Operation Systems.

The AUI–10BT ADAPTER consists of the following functional blocks:

• – AUI Signals Decoupling;

• – DC/DC Serial Regulator;
• – Twisted Pair Interface (TPI).
• – Twist Pair Signal Decoupling and filtering.

– AUI Signals Decoupling

It is the interface between the input/output differential pair of the AUI connector(indicated in the following
Table 11. ) and the TPI internal circuits.
The above AUI signals are encoded according to the Manchester coding rule: a standard binary
mechanism combining data and clock into a ”bit–symbols” stream.
On the AUI–10BT applications the clock rate is fixed at 10 MHz (bit–symbol period of 100 nsec).

Table 11. AUI signals towards Equipment Controller.

SIGNAL IN/OUT FUNCTION

DOA
IN Differential pair for data Tx (from the Equipment Controller to AUIBT)
DOB

DOSH – Shield for the Tx pair

DIA
OUT Differential pair for data Rx (from AUIBT to the Equipment Controller)
DIB

DISH – Shield for the Rx pair

CIA
OUT Differential pair for collision detection
CIB

CISH – Shield for the collision pair

VP
IN +12Vcc power supply from Equipment Controller to the AUIBT
VC
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 – DC/DC Serial Regulator

This block provide the voltage regulation for the Twisted Pair transceiver power supply.
not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.
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– Twisted pair interface (TPI)

The TPI block performs the line driver/receiver interface to/from the AUI differential signal pairs and the
BT cable connector.
It implements the Medium Attachment Unit (MAU) functions for the Twisted Pair Medium, as specified by
the supplement to IEEE 802.3 standard (Type 10 base–T).

The TPI groups 3 interface functions:

• Receiver: it receives data stream from the Twisted Pair cable and sends it to the AUI interface.

• Transmitter: it accepts data stream from the AUI interface and transmit it onto the Twisted Pair
cable.

• Collision Detector: it indicates to the AUI when there is collision on the Twisted Pair cable
(simultaneous transmission of more than one station).

– Twist Pair Signal Decoupling and filtering.

It provides an electrical isolation between the input/output differential pair of the Twisted Pair connector
and the TPI internal circuits, moreover provide a low–pass filter block on the signal TPI side.

The 10 BASE–T physical lines are hosted on a standard 8 pins RJ45 female connector. Its signal list and
layout is showed on the following table:

Table 12. AUI–BT external connection.

SIGNAL IN/OUT NOTE

TPTXP
OUT Differential pair for data Tx (from the AUIBT to Twisted Paircable)
TPTXN

TPRXP
IN Differential pair for data Rx (from Twisted Pair cable to the AUIBT)
TPRXN

VC Ground
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AUI TWIST PAIR
CONNECTOR (backplane) CONNECTOR

DC/DC
+12V SERIAL +5V
REGULATOR
TPTXP
TWISTED TWISTED PAIR TPTXN
Equipment PAIR SIGNALS Operative
Controller DECOUPLING TPRXP System
INTERFACE &
unit TPRXN
DOA–B FILTERS

DIA–B AUI
SIGNALS
CIA–B DECOUPLING

Figure 74. Block diagram: AUI–BT ADAPTER

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 3.2.12 Futurebus Termination sub–unit

(see Figure 75. )

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

This subunit adapts the levels on the LIECB and NIECB channels and the relevant CKL and CKN clocks
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concerned with informative data exchanged between the Equipment Controller unit and the Card
Controller subunit mounted on the various units of the equipment.

Level adaptation is also carried out on the OHBUS streams exchanged between the units.

A serial EPROM is available for the Remote Inventory containing shelf inventory data (P/N., serial number,
construction date). Shelf remote inventory is not used.

The sub–unit stores the ”MAC Address” of the equipment utilized for the TMN configuration.

OH–BUS 6

TO VARIOUS UNITS

OH–BUS 1
L–IECB
+5V F +2V
FROM VOLTAGE CK–L
POWER REGULATOR TO ALL UNITS
SUPPLY N–IECB
CK–N

OH–BUS 6

TO VARIOUS UNITS

OH–BUS 1
L–IECB
F +2V CK–L
VOLTAGE TO ALL UNITS
REGULATOR N–IECB
CK–N

REMOTE TO EQUIPMENT
INVENTORY CONTROLLER

Figure 75. Block diagram: Futurebus Termination

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 3.2.12.1 140 Mbit/s switch module

(See Figure 76. ).

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

The sub–unit connects the tributary signals to the relevant trib. units and switches on the stand–by trib.

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unit following switching command.
The description is applicable to:

– 140 Mbit/s Switch Module K20 – With Siemens Connections and K20 protection

– 140 Mbit/s Access Module – With all microsiemens connectors

– 140 Mbit/s Switch Module T43 – With Siemens Connections and K20 protection

The switch module operates: on 140 Mbit/s and STM1 electrical tributary.
The blocks of the switch module are:

• Analog interface towards the Rx and Tx coaxial connectors

• K20 protection against lightning (only for sub–unit with K20 indication)
• Towards the 140 Mb/s output (J6), a ITU–T G.703 CMI Regenerator.
• EPS switches, both for Tx and Rx side.
The MSW command, coming from the Equipment Controller selects the connection with the
working or the spare tributary unit.
In 1+1 EPS the spare trib is connected through the spare Switch Module (not operative in this
release). In N+1 EPS the spare trib. is connected through the SWITCH UNIT.
• EPS selection is hardware settable.
The EPS selections and relevant connection (active switch) are:

– EPS N+1 : J1 ––> J4; J6 <––J2

– EPS 1+1, MAIN SWITCH MODULE : J1 ––> J5; J6 <–– J3
– EPS 1+1, SPARE SWITCH MODULE : J5 ––> D140E; J3 <–– D140U

EPS 1+1 connection between MAIN and SPARE are J3 ––> J3; J5 <–– J5
In normal Working condition the connections (EPS N +1 and EPS 1+1 MAIN) are :
J1 ––> D140E; J6 <–– D140U.

• The +5V and –5.5V input power supply are fuse–protected.

K20
PROTEC.
D140E TO WORKING TRIB.
J1
140 IN J3
EPS D140E(1+1) TO MAIN IF SPARE,
FROM SPARE IF MAIN
ANALOG SETTING
J6 INTERFACE EPS
G703
140 OUT CMI D140U FROM WORKING TRIB.
REGEN. J5
D140U(1+1) FROM MAIN IF SPARE,
TO SPARE IF MAIN
FROM MSW FROM EQUIPMENT
SWITCH J2 CONTROLLER
UNIT D140T(N+1)
EPS J4
N+1 D140R(N+1)
TO
SWITCH
UNIT +5V +5,3V
FUSES
–5V –5,5V
1AA 00014 0004 (9007) A4 – ALICE 04.10

Figure 76. 140 Mbit/s Switch Module block diagram

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 3.2.13 N+1 Switch Unit 34/140 Mbit/s

(See Figure 77. on page 198)

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

The unit is used when EPS N+1 at 140 Mbit/s / STM1 electrical is required.
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The use of the switch unit is described in par. 3.1.4.2 on page 102 .
One Switch Unit is used for Tx signals, one for Rx signals. Each Switch unit manages 16 signals, 2 for each
Bitributary unit.
The Switch Unit receives/transmits the tributaries signals from/to the Switch Module.

These signals are not operative on regularly operating Tributary units.

The Equipment Controller forwards the MSW (1 to 8) command when the Tributary unit is alarmed.
The MSW commands are used to select the couple of tributary signals (on SW1 and SW2 blocks) and
connect them to the spare tributary:

SW1 and SW2 block are used:

SW1 for the first tributary signal of each bitributary unit (a)
SW2 for the second tributary signal of each bitributary unit (b)
Two signals (D 1 BL, D 2BL) are selected from a max of 16 tributary signals.
The two signals selected belong to the same tributary unit.
MSW 1 to 8 select the couple of signals.

The +5,3V and –5,5V input power supply are fuse–protected. PM ALM is generated to indicate power
failure.
The internal Alarm is indicated through the red LED (1).
The internal alarm and the unit type hardware setting (34 or 140 Mb/s) are interfaced with the Equipment
Controller, through the CAREM SW and CTYPE SW signals. Specifically:

CAREM SW CTYPE SW

0 1 140/STM1 electrical

1 0 34 Mbit/s ( Not Operative )

1 Card Removal (presence of board, pull–up on Equipment

1
Controller)

0 0 Card Alarm

The unit is provided with an EEPROM with serial protocol which stores the inventory data (Serial number,
part number, company identifier, ect.).
It is used for Remote Inventory by the Equipment Controller.
The contents of inventory data is fully described in chpt. 4.1 on page 201.
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 1a SW1

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

1st Trib. Signal D 1BL

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140/STM1 SPARE TRIB.
TO /FROM
SWITCH
MODULES

8a

EQUIPMENT
MSW 1–8 CONTROLLER

REMOTE EQUIPMENT
INVENTORY CONTROLLER

MSW 1–8
:

1b SW2

2nd Trib. Signal D 2BL SPARE

TRIB.
140/STM1
TO /FROM
SWITCH
MODULES

8b

+5,3V +5V
POWER FUSES UNIT
SUPPLY TYPE
–5,5V –5V
CAREM SW
SMEC EQUIPMENT
INTERFACE CTYPE SW CONTROLLER

INTERNAL
ALARM

Figure 77. Block diagram: switch unit 34/140 Mbit/s

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 3.2.14 Power Supply unit

(See Figure 78. on page 200)

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

The Power supply unit converts the voltage received from a –48/–60 Vdc battery into three Vdc +5.3V,
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–5.5V and +12.1 V voltages (stabilized and galvanically isolated from the battery).

There are two decoupler of the battery inputs (–BATT1 and –BATT2), thus permitting a stand–by power
supply.

The following access points can be accessed on the power supply unit’s front coverplate:

• ON/OFF switch (2)

• green LED indicating the regular operation of the unit (1)

As shown in Figure 78. on page 200, the OR’ed and fuse–protected battery voltages are applied to the input
filter through the ON/OFF switch.
This filter must protect the power supply unit against abrupt variations or battery noise.

The voltage present after the ON/OFF switch is utilized as auxiliary power supply for the Pulse Width
Modulation circuit during the circuit switch–ON phase.

When the circuit is at steady state, the power supply is obtained after the power switch.

A voltage comparator inhibits the circuit operation if the input voltage value drops below an established
threshold.

The Pulse Width Modulation circuit establishes the conduction time of two power transistors thus
modulating the power sent to the outputs.

Modulation occurs through regulation loops detecting the two currents and voltages I1, I2, V1 and V2 at
outputs –5.5 and +5.3V.

The voltages are then rectified, filtered and output. The +12.1V voltage transits through the series
regulator which maintains the voltages and currents at the established output value.

The three voltages output are delivered decoupled and stabilized. This solution permits to parallel several
units without causing interferences.

During regular operating conditions, green LED is ON and a +5V voltage is present at the PFAIL
output pin.

If one of the voltages drops below an established threshold, a command is generated which reversibly
switch–off the unit. Moreover the green LED goes off and the PFAIL alarm arises (PFAIL output open).

An excessive increase of one of the output voltages generates the V3, or V4, or V5 commands. The latter
cause the irreversible protection circuit to intervene.
This condition:

• irreversibly blocks the unit operation

• switches off the green LED
• transmits the PFAIL alarm.

The unit is equipped with an E2 PROM (serial protocol) to store the unit inventory data (company identifier,
1AA 00014 0004 (9007) A4 – ALICE 04.10

serial number, part number, ect.).

This store is power supplied with a service voltage and connected to the Equipment Controller unit which
utilizes it for Remote Inventory. The contents of Inventory data described in para 4.1on page 201.

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F +5,3V
DECOUPLER DECOUPLER
STABILIZER
–BATT2
DECOUPLER
I1 V3

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V AUXILIARY SERIES DECOUPLER ALL
POWER SUPPLY REGULATOR STABILIZER UNITS

V4

–5,5V
SELF PULSE DECOUPLER
POWER SUPPLY WIDTH STABILIZER
MODULATION

I2

I1 V5
I2 REGULATION
V1 LOOP
V2
V2
IRREVERSIBLE
PROTECTION
PFAIL

Figure 78. Block diagram: Power Supply unit

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 4 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Data indicated in the handbook must be considered as standard values

Data indicated in the contract must be considered as guaranteed values
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4.1 General characteristics

Optical Line bit rate (aggregates) 2488 Mbit/s (STM–16)

Optical tributaries bit rate 155.52 Mb/s (STM–1), 622.08 Mb/s (STM–4)

Electrical tributaries bit rate 140 Mbit/s or 155 Mbit/s, software settable

Type of optical fibers Single–mode, ITU–T Rec.G.652 and G.653

compliant

Single Channel Aggregates Wavelength 1310 nm (2nd window) and 1550 nm (3rd window)
(central, nominal)

”Coloured” Aggregates Wavelength (WDM 1531.90 – 1533.47 – 1535.04 –1536.61 – 1538.19 –

applications) 1539.77 – 1541.35 – 1542.94 (nm)
1547.72 – 1549.32 – 1550.92 –1552.52 – 1554.13 –
1555.75 – 1557.36 – 1558.98 (nm)
The relationship between wavelength and frequency
is reported in Table 10. , page 79.

Application codes for Aggregate Interfaces S 16.1, L 16.1, L 16.2, L16.2 JE–1 (28 dB, 1900
(Table 1/G.957) ps/nm.), L16.2 JE–2 (3000 ps/nm), L16.3 JE–3
(4000 ps/nm)
L16.2 JE WDM (6400 ps/nm)
L16.2 JE WDM (12800 ps/nm)

Booster Wavelength 1530 ÷ 1565 nm (3rd window)

Aggregates utilized with Booster or see Table 8. page 68, and relevant explanatory
Preamplifier notes in Table 10. page 79.
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 Applied Standard (ITU–T):

Electrical Interfaces Rec. G.703

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SDH frame and multiplexing structure Recs. G.707, G.708, G.709

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Equipment function Recs. G.782, G.783, G.784

Optical Interfaces Recs. G.957, G.958

Transmission quality Rec. G.784 , G.826

System management functions (SW) Recs. X.733, X.734, X.736

Jitter and wander Recs. G.783, G.823, G.825

Drop–Insert capacity

140 Mbit/s and 155 Mbit/s Electrical
16

Tributaries

STM–1 Optical Tributaries
16

STM–4 Optical Tributaries
4

Cross–connection

Level VC4 Aggregate to Aggregate

Aggregate to Tributary
Tributary to Tributary

Worst transfer delay <10µsec. max (for any traffic pathway )

Protections Network protection :

– 1+1 single–ended APS (Aggr. and Opt.Trib.)

– 1+1 linear dual–ended APS (Aggr. and Opt.Trib.)

– SNCP/I
VC4 path sub–network connection protection

– 2F MS–SPRING
2 fiber shared section protection

– 4F MS–SPRING transoceanic option

– Dual node ring interworking

Equipment Protection :

– N+1 EPS for 140 Mb/s / STM1 electrical tributary,

revertive
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– 1+1 EPS for CRU

– 2+1 power supply protection

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 Network features

Signal label management

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AUX/EOW, data & voice service channels

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access (E1, E2, F1,F2, F3)

Bidirectional working on single fibre (for

aggregate signal)

DCCR/DCCM protocol

AU4–4C concatenation supported

STM–1 radio–link interworking

Year 2000 compliance

Management Interface

Local: Craft Interface – F RS232 9–pin D, PC compatible 9600 B/S

(Personal Computer)

Remote: Remote Craft Interface –F RS232 9–pin D, PC compatible 9600 B/S

(Personal Computer) It handles up to other 31 NEs via DCC

OS link: Transmission Management Network LAN connection: QB3 G.773, 10Base2

(TMN)Interface (twin coax) and 10BaseT (twisted pair),
STMn embedded channel: QECC G.784

Protocol Stack/Information Model QB3/QECC standard ISO–OSI protocol

messages

Dual addressing to OS It allows OS redundancy

Local and Remote Management Interfaces Alarms status checks, equipment, connection and
functions TMN configurations, administrative function for
security (password and operator profile),
maintenance memory for all the equipment events,
monitoring on performance.

Equipment software download (local and remote) on

non–volatile memories without traffic interruption.

Equipment software download not supported in

Remote Craft Terminal.

Unit and equipment acknowledgement Through Remote Inventory

(REMOTE INVENTORY) Company id, Unit type Unit part number, Software
part number, CLEI code, Manufacturing Plant, Data
Identifier, Date. For detail refer to Operator
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Handbook.

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 Unit substitution characteristics

Tributary unit without interfering on other channels

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Spare unit without interfering on traffic

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Remote alarms and output Housekeeping
signals (CPO)

Max. guaranteed current in the closed 50 mA

condition

Max allowed voltage with open condition –72 V

Voltage drop towards ground in the closed 0 ÷ –2V

condition

Input Housekeeping signals

Max. guaranteed current in the closed 3 mA

condition

Max allowed voltage with open condition –72 V

Voltage drop towards ground in the closed 0 ÷ –2V

condition

Max number of subracks in a rack Two, when a ”completed air deflector” is used,
unless dissipation limits decided by the customer
(see par 4.3 on page 220)

4.1.1 Electrical and optical safety

Protection against lightning surges K20 (optional)

Optical Safety According to IEC 825 and ITU–T Rec. G.958

regarding ALS.
WARNING: Booster +17dBm is a Class 3B LASER.
All the other optical interfaces are Class 3A LASERs
(rec. IEC–825)

Electrical Safety

Safety status of the connections TNV (Telecommunication Network Voltage) for

with other equipments Remote Alarms, Housekeeping Alarms (CPO, CPI),
Rack Lamp (RM) and for tributary connections if
K20 protected.
SELV (Safety Extra Low Voltage) for all the other
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 4.2 Units characteristics

The following specification are in addition to those specified in para. 4.1 on page 201.
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All the existing units, available in present release, complete with naming and coding, are listed in Table 8. ,
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page 68.

4.2.1 STM–16 Aggregate

Types of optical interfaces L–16.1, L–16.2, L–16.2 JE 1,2 and 3 ,

L–16.2 JE WDM (interchangeable units).
Characteristics are given in:
Table 13. page 206 (standard interfaces)
Table 14. page 207 (JE interfaces)
Table 15. page 209 (WDM interfaces)

Optical connectors FC/PC or SC/PC or SC/SPC (interchangeable units)

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 Table 13. Parameters specified for STM–16 Optical Interfaces

CHARACTERISTICS UNIT VALUES

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DIGITAL SIGNAL STM–16 according to G.707 and G.958

Nominal bit rate kbit/s 2 488 320

Application code (Table 1/G.957) S–16.1 L–16.1 L–16.2

Operating wavelength range nm 1270–1360 1280–1335 1500–1580

TRANSMITTER AT REFERENCE POINT S

Source type SLM SLM SLM

Spectral characteristics :

 maximum RMS width nm – – –

 maximum –20 dB width nm 1 1 1

 ratio minimum side mode

dB 30 30 30
suppression

Mean launched power:

 maximum dBm 0 +2 +2

 minimum dBm –5 –2 –2

Minimum extinction ratio dB 8.2 8.2 8.2

OPTICAL PATH BETWEEN S AND R

Attenuation range dB 0–12 10–24 10–24

Maximum dispersion ps/nm 100 250 1600

Minimum optical return loss of cableplant

dB 24 24 24
at S, including any connectors

Maximum discrete reflectance between S

dB –27 –27 –27
and R

RECEIVER AT REFERENCE POINT R

Type of detector InGaAs PIN InGaAs APD InGaAs APD

Mean received power @ BER=1E–10:

 Minimum (sensitivity) dBm –18 –27 –28

 Maximum (overload) dBm 0 –8 –8

Maximum optical path penalty dB 1 1 2

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Maximum reflectance of receiver,

dB –27 –27 –27
measured at R

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 Table 14. Parameters specified for STM–16 Optical Interfaces JE

CHARACTERISTICS UNIT VALUES VALUES VALUES

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DIGITAL SIGNAL STM–16 according to G.707 and G.958

Nominal bit rate kbit/s 2 488 320

L–16.2 L–16.2 L–16.2

Application code (Table 1/G.957)
JE 1 (NB1) JE 2 (NB2) JE 3 (NB3)

Operating wavelength range nm 1530–1560 1550–1560 1550–1560

TRANSMITTER AT REFERENCE POINT S

Source type SLM SLM–ILM SLM–ILM

Spectral characteristics

 maximum RMS width nm – – –

 maximum –20 dB width nm 0.5 0.2 0.2

 ratio minimum side mode suppression dB 30 30 30

Mean launched power

 maximum dBm +4 +2 +2

 minimum dBm +1 –3 –3

Minimum extinction ratio dB 8.2 8.2 8.2

OPTICAL PATH BETWEEN S AND R

Attenuation range dB 13–28 NB2 NB3

Maximum dispersion ps/nm 1900 3200 4000

Minimum optical return loss of cableplant at S,

dB 24 24 24
including any connectors

Maximum discrete reflectance between S and

dB – 27 – 27 – 27
R

RECEIVER AT REFERENCE POINT R

Type of detector InGaAs APD InGaAs APD InGaAs APD

Mean received power @ BER=1E–10:

 Minimum (sensitivity) dBm – 29 – 29 NB3

 Maximum (overload) dBm –9 –9 –9

Maximum optical path penalty dB 2 1 1

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Maximum reflectance of receiver, measured

dB – 27 – 27 – 27
at R

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 NOTES :

NB1 L–16.2 JE1 supplied with Booster up to 15 dBm on G.653 fiber, or in stand alone configuration.

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

NB2 L–16.2 JE 2 always supplied with Booster and G652 fiber.

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Attenuation range according to the output power of the Booster.

NB3 L–16.2 JE3 always supplied with Booster and Preamplifier, on G.652 or G.653 fiber.
Attenuation range depending on Booster and Preamplifier.
Sensitivity value measured on the Preamplifier.
Preamplifier unit is on the 1664OA equipment.
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 Table 15. Parameters specified for STM–16 Optical Interfaces for WDM

CHARACTERISTICS UNIT VALUES

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STM–16 according to G.707 and

DIGITAL SIGNAL
G.958
Nominal bit rate kbit/s 2 488 320
L–16.2 JE WDM L–16.2 JE WDM
Application code (Table 1/G.957)
6400 12800
TRANSMITTER AT REFERENCE POINT S
Central operating wavelength nm NB1 NB1
Source type ILM ILM
Spectral characteristics:
 maximum RMS width nm – –
 maximum –20 dB width nm 0.2 0.1
 minimum side mode suppression ratio dB 30 30
Mean launched power:
 maximum dBm +2 +2
 minimum dBm –3 –3
Minimum extinction ratio dB 8.2 8.2
OPTICAL PATH BETWEEN S’ AND R’
Max loss budget dB NB2 NB2
Loss limited distance Km NB2 NB2
Maximum chromatic dispersion ps/nm 6400 12800
Dispersion limited distance Km 320 640
Minimum optical return loss at S’, including any
dB 24 24
connectors
Total average PMD (1th order) ps 40 40
RECEIVER AT REFERENCE POINT R
Operating wavelength range nm 1530–1561 1530–1561
Type of detector InGaAs APD InGaAs APD
OSNR dB/0.1 nm 17 19
Mean received power @ BER=1E–12 with fiber:
 minimum (sensitivity) dBm –23 –23
 maximum (overload) dBm –10 –10
Maximum reflectance of receiver, measured at R dB – 27 – 27

NOTES:

N.B. 1 Trasmitters used up to 16 wavelenght Wdm system. The 16 wavelenght are (nm):
1547.72, 1549.32, 1550.92, 1552.52, 1554.13, 1555.75, 1557.36, 1558.98, (red)
1531.90, 1533.47, 1535.04, 1536.61, 1538.19, 1539.77, 1541.35, 1542.94, (blue)
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 4.2.2 Booster (Optical Fiber Amplifier)

Types of Booster +10dBm ; +13 dBm ; +15 dBm, +17dBm

(minimum output power) Characteristics are given in Table 16.

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WARNING: Booster +17 dBm is a Class 3B Laser

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(Optical Safety, rec. IEC–825)

Optical connectors FC/PC or SC/PC (interchangeable units)

SDH hierarchy STM–16

For single channel applications (non–WDM)

Table 16. Booster parameters

PARAMETER UNIT VALUE

VERSION +10 dBm +13 dBm +15 dBm +17 dBm

Maximum output power dBm + 12 + 15 +17 + 19

Minimum output power dBm + 10 + 13 + 15 + 17

Maximum input power dBm +4 +4 +4 +4

Minimum input power dBm –6 –6 –6 –6

Polarization Dependent Gain dB < 0,5 < 0,5 < 0,5 < 0,5

Reverse ASE power level dBm
–20
–20
–20
–20

Input Optical Return Loss (ORL) dB ≥ 27 ≥ 27 ≥ 27 ≥ 27

Pump leakage to Input (1) dBm
–36
–36
–36
–36

Pump leakage to output (1) dBm
Pout –30
Pout –30
Pout –30
Pout –30

Maximum ORL tolerable at Input dB > 27 > 27 > 27 > 27

Power Wavelength band nm 1530–1565 1530–1565 1530–1565 1530–1565

NOTES:

(1) – Maximum residual peak of pump when measured with spectrum analyzer resolution of 2 nm.
Pout = output power
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 4.2.3 Example of a link specification using 1664 SM with L–16.2 JE2 Aggregate and a 15 dBm
Booster

ÎÎÎÎÎÎ ÎÎ ÎÎÎÎÎÎ
Booster
not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

ÎÎÎÎÎÎ ÎÎ ÎÎÎÎÎÎ
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Aggregate Aggregate

ÎÎÎÎÎÎ ÎÎ ÎÎÎÎÎÎ
STM16 STM16

Booster S R
Input

min –6dBm 15dBm –29dBm

max 4dBm 17dBm –9dBm

SPECIFICATIONS

Maximum chromatic dispersion 3200 (ps/nm)

Optical fiber used G.652

– fiber attenuation 0.25 dB/km

– chromatic dispersion of the fiber 18 ps/nm/km

– penalty 1 dB

Attenuation range
26 dB
min = +17–(–9)
43 dB
max = +15 –(–29)–1

Minimum span length (26dB/0.25) 104 Km

Maximum span length

172 Km
due to the attenuation (sensitivity): 43/0.25

Following there are the formulas to calculate the minimum and maximum span length. The maximum
length can be limited by the receiver sensitivity or by the maximum chromatic dispersion, whichever is
most restrictive; the minimum length is limited by the receiver overload.
The optical interface characteristics are deduced from Table 13. ,Table 14. ,Table 15. ,Table 16. ,
depending on the type of interface. Preampl. characteristics are reported in 1664OA Technical Handbook.
The optical fiber characteristics are reported in rec. ITU–T G.957.

Span attenuation range:

Min Atten.= (max Tx Power)–(min. Rx Overload)=+17–(–9)=26dB
Max Atten.= (minTx Power)–(min. Rx Sensitivity)–(penalty)=+15–(–29)–1=43 dB

Minimum span length for overload = (Min Att.)/(fiber att.)=26/0.25=104 Km

Maximum span length for attenuation (sensitivity) = (Max Att.)/(fiber att.)=43/0.25=172 Km
Maximum span length for dispersion = (Max dispers.)/(fiber disp.)=3200/18=177.7 Km
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Thus the maximum fiber span length is limited for attenuation (sensitivity): 172 Km,
while the minimum span to avoid overload problems should be 104 Km.

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 4.2.4 Example of a link specification using 1664 SM with L–16.2 JE3 Aggregate , a 15 dBm
Booster and a Preamplifier unit.

Preamplifier

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

Booster

ÎÎÎÎÎÎ ÎÎÎ ÎÎÎÎÎÎ

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(on the 1664OA )

ÎÎÎÎÎÎ ÎÎÎ
ÎÎÎÎÎÎÎÎÎ
Aggregate
STM16
ÎÎÎÎÎÎ
ÎÎÎÎÎÎ
Aggregate
STM16

Booster S R Preamplifier
Input Output

min –6dBm 15dBm –37dBm –15.5dBm

max 4dBm 17dBm –18dBm –12.5dBm

SPECIFICATIONS

Maximum chromatic dispersion 4000 (ps/nm)

Optical fiber used G.652

– fiber attenuation 0.25 dB/km

– chromatic dispersion of the fiber 18 ps/nm/km

– penalty 1 dB

Attenuation range (*)

35 dB
min = +17–(–18)
51 dB
max = +15 –(–37)–1

Minimum span length (35dB/0.25) 140 Km

Maximum span length

204 Km
(due to attenuation: 51 dB/0.25)

Note (*): Preamplifier Optical characteristics are reported in 1664OA Technical Handbook.
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 4.2.5 Clock Reference

Selectable input reference clock Aggregates, STM–1 Tributaries and 2048 kHz
external clock
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Number of selected clock sources (normal 6 max.

mode)

Output clock (to external) 2048 kHz

Other local frequencies Free–run mode  4.6 ppm (CRU PLL without
reference)
Holdover mode drift 1.0 ppm or 0.37 ppm max./day
(CRU PLL with stored frequency for more than half
an hour, in absence of selected input reference)

Accepted drift
10 ppm

Switch free run/normal mode < 4 sec.

Time for which the holdover is maintained Permanent

External Clock characteristics

Frequency 2048 kHz
50 ppm

Pulse shape as per Fig.21 of Rec. G.703

Input impedance 75 ohms or 120 ohms

4.2.6 140/STM1 Electrical Switch Tributary

With regard to dual values, the top one refers to the 140 Mbit/s the bottom one to the 155 Mbit/s.

Selection between 140 Mbit/s and STM1 Through SW setting

Type of Interface Electrical, Rec. G.703 compliant

Bit rate 139264 Kbit/s
15ppm, or

155 520Kbit/s
20ppm

Code CMI

Attenuation accepted on the incoming signal 0–12 dB at 70MHz with law  f.

0–12.7 dB at 78MHz with law  f.

Return loss
15dB at 7–210 MHz

15dB at 8–240 MHz

Pulse shape G.703, Fig.19, 20

G.703, Fig.24, 25
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 4.2.7 STM–1 Optical Tributary

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Types of optical interfaces S–1.1, L–1.1, L–1.2, (interchangeable units).

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Characteristics are given in Table 17. on page 215

Optical connectors FC/PC or SC/PC (interchangeable units)

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 Table 17. Parameters specified for STM–1 Optical Interfaces

CHARACTERISTICS UNIT VALUES

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STM–1 according to G.707 and

DIGITAL SIGNAL
G.958

Nominal bit rate Kbit/s 155 520

Application code (table 1 / G.957) S–1.1 L–1.1 L–1.2

1261 – 1280 – 1480 –

Operating wavelength range
1360 1335 1580

TRANSMITTER AT REFERENCE POINT S

Source type MLM MLM SLM

Spectral characteristics:

• maximum RMS width nm 7.7 4 –

• maximum –20 dB width nm – – 1
• minimum side mode suppression ratio dB – – 30

Mean launched power:

• maximum dBm –8 0 0
• minimum dBm –15 –5 –5

Minimum extinction ratio dB 8.2 10 10

OPTICAL PATH BETWEEN S AND R

Attenuation range dB 0–12 10–28 10–28

Maximum dispersion ps/nm 100 250 1900

Minimum optical return loss of cable plant at S, including dB NA NA 20

any connectors

Maximum discrete reflectance dB NA NA –25

between S and R

RECEIVER AT REFERENCE POINT R

InGaAs nGaAs nGaAs

Type of detector
PIN PIN PIN

Mean received power @ BER=1E–10: dBm –28 –34 –34

• Minimum sensitivity dBm –8 –10 –10
• Minimum overload

Maximum optical path penalty dB 1 1 1

Maximum reflectance of receiver dB – 14 – 14 –25

measured at R
1AA 00014 0004 (9007) A4 – ALICE 04.10

Note :
NA = Not Applicable

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 4.2.8 STM–4 Optical Tributary

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Types of optical interfaces S–4.1, L–4.1, L–4.2, (interchangeable units).

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Characteristics are given in Table 18. on page 217

Optical connectors FC/PC or SC/PC (interchangeable units)

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 Table 18. Parameters specified for STM–4 Optical Interfaces

CHARACTERISTICS UNIT VALUES

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STM–4 according to G.707 and

DIGITAL SIGNAL
G.958

Nominal bit rate Kbit/s 622.080

Application code (table 1 / G.957) S–4.1 L–4.1 L–4.2

1274 – 1280 – 1480 –

Operating wavelength range
1356 1335 1580

TRANSMITTER AT REFERENCE POINT S

Source type MLM SLM SLM

Spectral characteristics

• maximum RMS width nm 2.5 – –

• maximum –20 dB width nm – 1 1
• minimum side mode suppression ratio dB – 30 30

Mean launched power

• maximum dBm –8 +2 + 2
• minimum dBm –15 –3 –3

Minimum extinction ratio dB 8.2 10 10

OPTICAL PATH BETWEEN S AND R

Attenuation range dB 0–12 10–24 10–24

Maximum dispersion ps/nm 84 250 1900

Minimum optical return loss of cable plant at S, including dB 14 20 24

any connectors

Maximum discrete reflectance between S and R dB –20 –25 –27

RECEIVER AT REFERENCE POINT R

InGaAs InGaAs InGaAs

Type of detector
PIN PIN PIN

Mean received power @ BER= 1E –10:

• minimum (sensitivity) dBm –28 –31 –28

• maximum (overload) dBm –8 –8 –8

Maximum optical path penalty dB 1 1 1

Maximum reflectance of receiver measured at R dB –20 –20 –27

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 4.2.9 AUX/EOW

Speech Channel Interface Front–panel telephone jack

With AUX/EOW EXTENSION and SL/SM AUX/EOW

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analog extension

Front–panel telephone jack

Impedance 600 ohm

Operating current 18 mA

Tx level 0 dBr

Rx level – 4 dBr

Code DTMF compliant with Rec. Q.23

 selective call = 10  99

 conference call = 00

External analog extension

Impedance 600 ohm

Bandwith 300–3400 Hz

Tx level 0 dBr
0.5 dB

Rx level 0 dBr
0.5 dB

Externally accessible data channel 3x64 Kbit/s, G.703 codirectional

3x9600 baud, V11 contradirectional

64 Kbit/s Codirectional Interface

Bit rate 64 Kbit/s  100 ppm

Timing signals 64 Kbit/s and 8 kHz transmitted in a codirectional

manner together with the informative signal

Tx bearer Two balanced pairs (120 ohms): one per route

Code Conversion rules Rec. G.703

Outgoing symbol rate 256 Kbaud

Outgoing pulse shape as per Fig.5 of Rec.G.703

Output Interface characteristics As per Rec. G.703, Table 1.

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Incoming Interface characteristics as per the outgoing interface but modified by the
characteristics of the interconnection pair.
The input circuit can accept an 0 – 3 dB attenuated
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 64Kbit/s oversampled 9600baud contradirectional interface

Type electrical, according to Rec. V11 (X.27)

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Rx Receivers levels ”1” or ”OFF” < – 0.3V

”0” or ”ON” > +0.3V

The receivers are provided with a settable 120ohms line termination resistance

Differential drivers output 2V (Min)

Max DTE–DCE distance 1000m

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 4.3 Power supply characteristics

No. of power supply units 2+1 stand–by

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Input voltage –48/–60Vdc. Allowed variations:

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–38–57 Vdc, –50–72 Vdc

Power drained by load
356W

Equipment fully equipped and protected

Power supply units’ output voltages + 5.3V  3%

– 5.5V  3%

+ 12.1  3%
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 4.4 Alarms characteristics

Each unit of the equipment (excluding the DC/DC converter) is provided with a red LED on the front
coverplate. This LED glows to indicate a failure inside the unit; the green LED on the DC/DC converter
not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

darkens to indicate failure.

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The green LED on the traffic units (aggregates, tributaries, etc.) and on the Equipment Controller glows
to indicate regular operation.
All the alarms detected on the units are collected by the Equipment Controller unit which will deliver
centralized optical indications. Specifically:

• Red LED (7): detection of an urgent alarm

• Red LED (6): detection of a not urgent alarm

• Yellow LED (4): detection of an ABNORMAL operative condition. Type: active loopbacks,
forcing the unit into service, laser forced ON or OFF, try to restore after ALS

• Yellow LED (3): detection of an indicative alarm

The generation of the RNURG and RURG alarms on behalf of the Equipment Controller and ANDOR/3
units depends on the type of alarm detected. The commands light up the relative general red alarm LEDs
at the top of the rack housing the equipment.
The detected alarm condition can be stored through push–button (10). This operation will turn OFF the
general red LEDs and light up the yellow LED on the rack and yellow LED (5) on the Equipment Controller
unit. The detected alarm can be automatically stored, when one or both station batteries fail.
The Equipment Controller unit delivers remote alarms.
Refer to para 5.3.9 on page 266 for the detailed list.
The TOR and TAND alarms are generated by the ANDRO/3 unit.
The alarm condition is GROUND contact, except for the TUP (open contact)
Eight incoming contacts (CPI), and eight outgoing contacts (CPO) are available to the customer
(Housekeeping) for alarms/commands contacts. See para 5.3.8 on page 263 for details.
Characteristics of the cited remote alarms and housekeeping contacts interface are indicated in para 4.1
on page 201
The Equipment Controller unit has been designed to dialogue with a Personal Computer (PC) in order to
service, activate and trouble–shoot the equipment.
All these function are described in the Operator’s handbooks, detailing the alarms of each card and
relevant indications.
Connection with the PC is achieved through connector (9) available on the unit.
The unit can be connected to an Operation System associated to the Transmission Management Network
in order to execute operations similar to those carried out by the PC.
The characteristics of the management interfaces are specified in para. 4.1 on page 201 .
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 4.5 Mechanical characteristics

Mechanical compatibility ETSI ETS/EE3, S9

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

Dimensions 482.6x720x280 mm

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Weight 40–45 Kg. depending on configuration

Cooling Natural

Wiring accessible from the front

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 4.6 Environmental conditions

4.6.1 Climatic for operating conditions

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

The Equipment meets the requirements of ETSI Stand. without use of fans.
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The functionality of the Equipment, Vs. Temperature, is in compliance with :

ETS 300 019–1–3 :1992 , class 3.2.

Class 3.2: Partly temperature–controlled locations.

When two Equipment are inserted in a rack (with ”complete air deflector”),the system is in compliance with:

ETS 300 019–1–3 : 1992, class 3.1

Class 3.1: Temperature–controlled locations.

4.6.1.1 Class 3.2: partly Temperature controlled locations

See climatogram on Figure 79. on page 224

This class applies to locations :

– where installed equipment may be exposed to solar radiation and heat radiation. They may also be
exposed to movements of the surrounding air due to draughts in buildings, e.g. through open
windows. They may be subjected to condensed water and to water from sources other than rain and
icing. They are not subjected to precipitation;

– where mould growth or attacks by animals, except termites, may occur;

– with normal levels of contaminants experienced in urban areas with industrial activities scattered
over the whole area and/or with heavy traffic;

– In close proximity to sources of sand or dust;

– with vibration of low significance, e.g. for products fastened to light supporting structures subjected
to negligible vibrations.

The conditions of this class my be found is:

– entrances and staircases of buildings;

– garages;

– cellars;

– certain workshops;

– buildings in factories and industrial process plants;

– unattended equipment stations;

– certain telecommunication buildings;

– ordinary storage rooms for frost resistant products and farm buildings, ect.
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40
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 4.6.1.2 Class 3.1:Temperature–controlled locations

This class is a combination of classes 3K3/3Z2/3Z4/3B1/3C2(3C1)/3S2/3M1 in IEC standard 721–3–3 [3].

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

This class applies to a permanently temperature controlled closed location. Humidity is usually not
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controlled. The climatogram is shown in Figure 80.

60

50
45

ÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇ
40

ÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇ
35

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30
25

ABSOLUTE AIR HUMIDITY g/m3

ÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇ
AIR TEMPERATURE 0C

20
20

10
ÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇ
ÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇ
5
0
–5
–10
1.5
1.0
–20

–30

–40
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
85
RELATIVE AIR HUMIDITY %

Exceptional climatic limits.

Normal climatic limits: Values outside these limits

ÇÇÇÇ
have a probability of occurrence of less than 1%

ÇÇÇÇ Values outside this field have a probability of oc-

currence of less than 10%(see IEC standard
721–3–0 [2], Class 4)

NOTE: Exceptional conditions may occur following the failure of the temperature controlling system

Figure 80. Climatogram for Class 3.1: Temperature–controlled locations

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 Heating. cooling, forced ventilation and humidification are used as necessary to maintain the required
conditions – especially where there is a significant difference between the room environment and the
external high or low temperatures are prevented.

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

This class applies to locations:

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– where installed equipment may be exposed to solar radiation and to heat radiation. It may also be
exposed to movements of the surrounding air due to draughts in buildings. They are not subjected
to condensed water, precipitation, water from source other than rain or icing;

– without particular risks of biological attacks. This includes protective measures, e.g. special product
design, or installations at locations of such construction that module growth and attacks by animals,
etc. are not probable;

– with normal levels of contaminants experienced in urban areas with industrial activities scattered
over the whole area and/or with heavy traffic;

– without special precautions to minimize the presence of sand or dust, but which are not situated in
proximity to sources of sand or dust;

– with insignificant vibration and shock.

The conditions of this class may be found in :

– normal living or working areas, e.g. living rooms, rooms for general use (theatres, restaurants);

– offices;

– shops;

– workshops for electronic assemblies and other electrotechnical products;

– telecommunication centers;

– storage rooms for valuable and sensitive products.

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 4.6.2 Storage

The equipment meets the following requirements Vs. Storage :

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

ETS 300 019–1–1 : 1992, class 1.2

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Class 1.2 : weatherprotected, not temperature controlled storage location.

This class applies to weatherprotected storage having neither temperature nor humidity control. The
location may have openings directly to the open air, i.e., it may be only partly weatherproofed. The
climatogram is shown in Figure 81. on page 228.

This class applies to storage locations :

– where equipment may be exposed to solar radiation and temporarily to heat radiation: They may also
be exposed to movements of the surrounding air due to draughts, e.g. through doors, windows or
other openings. They may be subjected to condensed water, dripping water and to icing. They may
also be subjected to limited wind–driven precipitation including snow;

– where mould growth or attacks by animals, except termites, may occur;

– with normal levels of contaminants experienced in urban areas with industrial activities scattered
over the whole area, ad/or with heavy traffic;

– in areas with sources of sand or dust, including urban areas;

– with vibration of low significance and insignificant shock.

The conditions of this class may occur in :

– unattended buildings ;

– some entrances of buildings ;

– some garages and shacks.

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20
30
40
50
55
60

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–40
–30
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100
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 4.6.3 Transportation

The equipment meets the following requirements Vs. transportation :

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

ETS 300 019–1–2 : 1992, class 2.2

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Class 2.2 : Careful transportation. (see Table 19. on page 230 )

This class applies to transportation where special cars has been taken e.g. with respect to low temperature
and handling.

Class 2.2 covers the condition of class 2.1. In addition class 2.2 includes transportation in all types of lorries
and trailers in areas with well–developed road system.

It also includes transportation by ship and by train specially designed, shock–reducing buffers. Manual
loading and unloading of to 20 Kg is included.

Extension of extreme low temperature during transportation is permitted for the equipment in its standard
packing :

AT –400C for 72 Hours maximum

without damaging the Optical interfaces.

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 Table 19. Transportation climatic

Environmental parameter Unit 2.1 and 2.2 2.3

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(A) low temperature air °C – 25 – 40

high temperature, air in unventilated

(B) °C + 70 + 70
enclosures (NOTE 1)

high temperature, air in ventilated enclosures

(C) °C + 40 + 40
or outdoor air (NOTE 2)

(D) change of temperature air/air (NOTE 3) °C –25 / +30 –40 / +30

(E) change of temperature air/water (NOTE 3) °C +40 / +5 +40 / +5

relative humidity, not combined with rapid % 95 95

(F)
temperature changes °C +40 +45

relative humidity, combined with rapid % 95 95

(G) temperature changes air/air, at high relative
humidity (NOTE 3 , 6) °C –25 / +30 –40 / +30

absolute humidity, combined with rapid s/m3 60 60

(H) temperature changes : air/air at high water
content (NOTE 4) °C +70 / +15 +70 / +15

(I) low air pressure KPa 70 70

(J) change of air pressure KPa/min no no

(K) movement of the surrounding medium, air m/s 20 20

(L) precipitation rain mm/min 6 (NOTE 7) 6

(M) radiation, solar W/m2 1120 1120

(N) radiation, heat W/m2 600 600

(O) water from sources other than rain (NOTE 5) m/s 1 (NOTE 7) 1

(P) wetness none conditions of wet surfaces

Notes on following page.

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 Notes to: Table 19. :

NOTE 1 : The high temperature of the surfaces of a product may be influenced by both the
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surrounding air temperature, given here, and the solar radiation through a window or
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another opening.

NOTE 2 : The high temperature of the surface of a product is influenced by the surrounding air
temperature, given here, and the solar radiation defined below.

NOTE 3 : A direct transfer of the product between the two given temperature is presumed.

NOTE 4 : The product is assumed to be subjected to a rapid decrease of temperature only (no
rapid increase). The figures of water content apply to temperatures down to the
dew–point; at lower temperatures the relative humidity is assumed to be approximately
100 %.

NOTE 5 : The figure indicates the velocity of water and not the height of water accumulated.

NOTE 6 : Occurrence of condensation.

NOTE 7 : For short duration only.

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 5 INSTALLATION

ATTENTION EMC NORMS

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WHEN CARRYING OUT THE GIVEN OPERATIONS OBSERVE THE NORMS STATED IN PARA.
4.1.1 ON PAGE 29.

SAFETY RULES

Carefully observe the front–panel warning labels prior to working on

optical connections while the equipment is in–service.

N.B. A multilingual (French, German, Italian, Spanish) safety label is included in the Optical
Units prepacking. The user can substitute the default English label with one of the
available.
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 5.1 Unpacking and warehousing

SAFETY RULES

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DANGER: Possibility of personal injury. Brace top of rack/subrack during
movement to prevent tipping and to avoid strains that can twist or damage
backplane.

DANGER: Possibility of personal injury. Combined equipment weight exceeds

50 Kg. Use material-handling equipment to lift equipment.

5.1.1 General

The following procedures have been issued and must be observed when unpacking the equipment.
The reciprocal operation must be done for repacking. In such case it is recommended to use the original
packing material.

The following sturdy outer packing material is utilized in order to protect the equipment against mechanical
and climatic stresses to which they are subjected:

wooden crates for transport by ship, air, on road for periods longer than 60 days

ply–wood crates for transport by ship, air, on road for periods of 30 to 60 days

cardboard boxes for transport by air or on road for periods of less than 30 days
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 5.1.2 Unpacking

5.1.2.1 Preliminary checks

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

The following information should be printed on the outer crate:

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• International symbols

side up :

keep dry

fragile

• trade mark/address of the manufacturing company;

• labels (or templated marks) indicating information on the contract and destination site of the
product;
• an envelope holding among others the packing list

Upon receipt check:

• that the final destination of the crates is that indicated on the label;
• that no damage was made to the cases

Report any shipping damages to the Company’s representative or the Shipping Agent.

5.1.2.2 Unpacking

When having to unpack proceed as follows:

• make sure that the packing has been properly positioned, refer to the symbol
• open the case;
• remove the shockproof material;
• remove the goods from the case;
• remove prepacking, the polyethylene bag and any other protection;
• remove the plastic bags cellotaped to the rack and containing accessories;
• remove the dehydrating bags;
• ascertain that the goods are not damaged and that they correspond to those indicated on the
packing list enclosed in the envelope. Conversely,contact the agency’s representative.

N.B. When unpacking it is advisable to handle the packing material with care; it might be reused
for packing again if it must be reshipped.

5.1.3 Warehousing

If having to store the packed material, the following requirements must be met:
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• the wooden or plywood cases can be placed outdoors, provided they are protected against rain
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 5.2 Mechanical installation

SAFETY RULES

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

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DANGER: Possibility of personal injury. Brace top of rack/subrack during
movement to prevent tipping and to avoid strains that can twist or damage
backplane.

DANGER: Possibility of personal injury. Combined equipment weight exceeds

50 Kg. Use material-handling equipment to lift equipment.

5.2.1 Subrack insertion into the rack

The subracks can be inserted into the 19” standard racks or in the 21” N3–LC, S9 and Optinex rack.
The paragraphs that follow illustrate the procedure adopted for all.
When two subracks are used in a rack it is mandatory to insert the ”complete air deflector”.

5.2.1.1 19” racks

(See Figure 82. on page 239).

• Insert the subrack into the position assigned to it.

• Fasten the subrack to the rack by inserting the screws (7) into the holes on the joint plates (8)
and screw them fast into the corresponding holes on the brackets (1) of the rack.

5.2.1.2 21” rack (N3–LC, S9 and Optinex)

SAFETY RULES

Subrack fastening to the rack ensures ground protection in that the rack is
wire–connected to the station protection ground.

S9 Rack

(See Figure 82. on page 239).

• Screw (7) fasten the 19”/21” adaptors (9) to the subrack joint plate (8).
• Insert the retainer nuts (2) into the four holes on the brackets (1).

• NOTE – to easily install the subrack onto the rack, tightly fasten the two special screws (11) to
the rack by means of additional retainer nuts (2) set next to one of the two internal holes on the
19”/21” adaptor (9).

• Place the subrack onto the special slotted screws (11)

• Fasten the subrack to the rack by inserting the screws (10) into the holes on the 19”/21”
adaptors (9) and screw them fast into the corresponding holes (with retainer nuts) on the
brackets (1) of the rack.
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 N3–LC Rack
(See Figure 82. on page 239).
• Screw (7) fasten the 19”/21” adaptors (9) to the subrack joint plate (8).
• Locate the four holes on the bracket (1) used to fasten the subrack.
not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

•
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Carry out the following operations only on the two upper fastening holes ( see detail on
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Figure 82. ):
Insert the retainer nuts (2) into the square (3) and into the bracket (1).
Fasten the square (3) to the bracket by inserting the screw (4) into the hole (5) and tighten
it into the corresponding hole (6)
• N.B. to easily install the subrack onto the rack, tightly fasten the two special screws (11) to the
rack by means of additional retainer nuts (2) set next to one of the two internal holes on the
19”/21” adaptor (9).
• Place the subrack onto the special slotted screws (11).
• Insert the other two retainer nuts into the two lower fastening holes.
• Fasten the subrack to the rack by inserting the screws (10) into the holes on the 19”/21”
adaptors (9) and screw them fast into the corresponding holes (with retainer nuts) on the
brackets (1) of the rack.
• Remove the special screws (11).

1
11

1 2

3 5 2

4 9
10
6 7

1
FOR N3–LC RACK ONLY
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 Optinex Rack

(See Figure 83. on page 240).

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• Screw (3) fasten the 19”/21” adaptors (2) to the subrack joint plate (1).

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• N.B. to easily install the subrack onto the rack, tightly fasten the two special screws (4) to the
rack set next to one of the two internal holes on the 19”/21” adaptor (2).

• Place the subrack onto the special slotted screws (4)

• Fasten the subrack to the rack by inserting the screws (5) into the holes on the 19”/21”
adaptors (2) and screw them fast into the corresponding holes on the brackets (6) of the rack.

• Remove the special screws (4).

2
6

3 6
5
1

1 2
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Figure 83. Subrack insertion into Optinex rack

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 5.2.2 Mounting the ”complete air deflector”.

When two subracks are used in a rack (S9 or N3) it is mandatory to insert the ”complete air deflector”.
It can be inserted for both 19’ and 21’ racks.
not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

The suggested position to mount the complete air deflector and the subracks are indicated in Figure 84.
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on page 241.
In this condition the safety and thermal norms are respected.
When 19’ rack is used fix the deflector (1) with screws (3).
When 21’ rack is used mount the adapter (2) to the deflector (1) with screw (3) , than fix the deflector to
the rack with screws (4) and rings (5).

1664SM
OR OTHER
EQUIPMENT
4

5
1914

1 AIR
DEFLECTOR 250,7
1165

2
3
916

1664 SM
215
1AA 00014 0004 (9007) A4 – ALICE 04.10

Figure 84. Mounting the ”complete air deflector”.

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 5.2.3 Mounting the union duct for the fiber–guide duct

(See Figure 85. ).

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

The subrack is supplied with the fiber–guide cable duct already mounted.

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document, use and communication of its contents
As regards mounting the right and left union duct it is enough to remove the cable–duct cover (1) and fasten
the union duct (2) and (3) as indicated in the figure.

The union duct are inserted in the various ”Installation set” (see Table 21. on page 249).

The figure only refer to an S9 type rack, the N3 rack is inserted like S9 but concavity is different.

1
COVER

LEFT UNION DUCT

RIGHT
UNION DUCT

Figure 85. Mounting the union duct for the fiber–guide duct
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 5.2.4 Mechanical Structure

The subrack is fitted with particular mechanical devices which permit to obtain functions in compliancy with
the International Norms associated to EMC
not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

Some of these devices are illustrated and cross–referred to in Figure 86. The relative reference numbers
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are within brackets  .

The subrack consists of:
• Mechanical structure consisting of two side walls (8) joined by four plates (4)
• Rear p.c.b. (2) utilized for the subrack wiring

The front part of space (9) and that of the subrack base can accommodate a cable duct for the optical fibers
connected to the units front panels.

• Rear cover (1) for the protection of the rear p.c.b. (2)
• Cellular protection shields [3] to protect the equipment against interferences and at the same
time permitting air to circulate inside.
• Guides (7) facilitating unit (13) vertical insertion. Special mechanical devices are provided
to prevent the unit from being inserted up–side down.
• Lugs (5) provided with holes (6) into which the fixing screws are inserted.

To withdraw one unit (13) first unscrew (10), grip the levers (11) and then pull out the unit.
The unit (13) is enclosed in a metal cabinet. Holes are drilled on the cabinet to permit air flow to the
equipment inside.
The unit is provided with a metal spring contact [12] which guarantees continuity to the ground connections
between the unit and the subrack.
With regard to subequipped subracks, the empty spaces are covered with dummy plates.

2
1
10

4
5
9
6

11
8

12

13
3

7
1AA 00014 0004 (9007) A4 – ALICE 04.10

Figure 86. Mechanical structure of the subrack

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 5.3 Electrical and optical installation

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

SAFETY RULES

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document, use and communication of its contents
The whole installation must be executed without powering the equipment.

Protection ground connection must be the first operation

Power Supply connection must be the last to be executed.

FIXING THE UNITS (AND MODULES) INTO THE SUBRACK

(caution to avoid equipment damage)

The screw tightening torque for fixing the units (and modules, if any and if fixed by screws) into
the subrack must be:

2.8 kg x cm (0.28 Newton x m)  10 %

Exceeding this value may result in screw breaking.

HANDLING OPTICAL FIBERS

(caution to avoid equipment damage)

When handling optical fibers, there is a possibility of equipment damage. Observe the following
warnings:
– Avoid twisting or crossing one cable over another.
– Do not bend or dress cables at less than 1-inch bend radius.
– Avoid excess cable length in breakout area.
– Avoid bunching cables in a tight clump with cable clamp or tie strap.
– Place excess fiber-optic cable into fiber storage. Optical fibers located inside optical
modules are delicate and can easily be damaged. Use extreme care when handling optical
fibers.

ESD PROTECTION

(caution to avoid equipment damage)

The equipment is supplied with several connectors (services, alarms, housekeeping, etc)
covered by ”protection cups” (ESD protection). The installer must respect the ESD precaution
presented at para.4.2 on pag.31. At the end of the installation phase all the previous connectors
not used for cabling must be covered with the relevant ”protection cups”.
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 The installation wiring is connected at the top of the subrack through the terminal tagblocks and connectors
mounted on the subrack’s back–panel.
The optical connections are directly wired on the units.
not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

Figure 87. on page 246 illustrates all the connection points on the equipment.
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Table 20. on page 248 reports the connection points number for each function, and the paragraph where
it is described.

Each paragraph also indicates:

• pin assignment table

• information on the adaptors/connectors supplied with the equipment to mount on the relevant
terminal tagblocks.

Table 21. on page 249 shows the parts making up the installation sets.
Table 22. on page 253 shows the cables suggested to set–up the connections.
The tables associated to each terminal tagblock also refers to these cables.

Slot (A) on the subrack accommodates the Documents Holder in which can be inserted equipment data.
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 M98

M97

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

M96 M99

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M95 M100

M94 M101

M93 M102
M92
M103

J1

J3
M91 M104

J2

J4
M89

M10

M12
M13
M14
M15
M16
M11
M105
M1
M2
M3
M4
M5
M6
M7
M8
M9
M90
M106

SLOT A

ORX1
OTX1

ORX2
OTX2

2
1

NOTE: ORX1, OTX1, ORX2 and OTX2 are present only if equipped with STM1 Optical Bitributaries
1AA 00014 0004 (9007) A4 – ALICE 04.10

Figure 87. Connection points for installation (STM1 Bitributary)

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 M98

M97
not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

M96 M99
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M95 M100

M94 M101

M93 M102
M92
M103

J1

J3
M91 M104

J2

J4
M89

M10

M12
M13
M14
M15
M16
M11
M105
M1
M2
M3
M4
M5
M6
M7
M8
M9
M90
M106

SLOT A

ORS4

OTS4

2
1

NOTE: ORS4 and OTS4 are present only if equipped with STM4 Optical Tributaries
1AA 00014 0004 (9007) A4 – ALICE 04.10

Figure 88. Connection points for installation (STM4 Tributary)

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 Table 20. Numbering, functions and paragraphs referred to the Connection Points

CONNECTION POINT FUNCTION PARA.

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

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Ground Connection 5.3.1
page 254
M1–M16 140/STM1 Electrical Tributary Connections 5.3.2
page 255
ORX1, OTX1 STM1 Optical Tributaries Connections 5.3.11
ORX2, OTX2 page 269

ORS4–OTS4 STM4 Optical Tributaries Connections 5.3.11

page 269
M96
5.3.3
M97 64 Kbit/s and V11 Auxiliary Channels Connections
page 257
M98
M92
M93 2 Mbit/s Auxiliary Channels Connections 5.3.4
M94 ( analog AUX/EOW extension M92 ) page 258
M95
M91 Synchronism Connections 5.3.5
page 259
M89 Q3* Interface Connections 5.3.6
page 261
M99 Q2 Interface Connections 5.3.7
page 262
M100 I/O Interface connections (parallel contacts) 5.3.8
page 263
M101 Remote Alarms connections 5.3.9
page 266
M102 RM Interface Connections (Rack lamps) 5.3.10
page 268
5.3.11
(1), (2) Aggregates (or Boosters) Optical Connections page 269
and
5.3.12
page 271
NB 1
M104 5.3.13
Power Supply Connections
M105 page 273
(3) Interface F connection for local P.C. 5.3.14
page 274

Notes:
• NB.1 5.3.11 Optical Connections without Booster
5.3.12 Optical Connections with Booster
1AA 00014 0004 (9007) A4 – ALICE 04.10

• M90 and M106 are not connection points. They are used to house, respectively, the BUS
TERMINATION sub–unit and the AND OR sub–unit.

• J1, J2, J3, J4 and M103 are not used.

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 Table 21. Parts making up the Installation set

NAME PART No. Max. Q.ty.

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.
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64 Kbit/s & V11 Installation Set 299.701.903 X

Made up of: (3AL 34260 AA)

040.311.550 T
SUB.D–15P fixed male connector 3
(1AB 00311 0022)

040.395.140 V
Connector holder 3
(1AB 00603 0063)

S9 Installation set 299.701.454 U

Made up of: (3AL 34259 AA)

040.311.550 T
SUB.D–15P fixed male connector 2
(1AB 00311 0022)

040.395.140 V
Connector holder 2
(1AB 00603 0063)

041.931.011 R
Cord, plug, Alarms (S9) 1
(3AL 34289 AA)

041.931.031 M
Cord, plug, Alim/2 (S9) 2
(3AL 37789 AA)

232.790.019 L
Retainer Nut M6 S=1.7/2.7 8
(1AD 00292 0016)

231.901.051 F
Special screw 2
(3AN 41257 AA)

Right union duct 209.001.111 Q 2

(3AN42967AA––)

Left union duct 209.001.112 R 2

(3AN42968AA––)
Table 21. continues
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 Table 21. continues

NAME PART No. Max. Q.ty.

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

ETSI Installation set 299.701.475 Z

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Made up of: (3AL 34258 AA)

040.311.550 T
SUB.D–15P fixed male connector 2
(1AB 00311 0022)

040.300.923 X
NC 3–p.SUB–D female connector 2
(1AB 04097 0009)

040.325.550 Z
H.P. female contact 4
(1AB 05009 0003)

040.315.551 L
H.P. male contact 2
(1AB 05009 0002)

040.395.140 V
Connector holder 4
(1AB 00603 0063)

041.710.004 R
Cord, alarms 1
(3AL 34964 AA)

041.991.609K
GND cord 1
(3AL37409AA––)

232.790.016 H
Retainer Nut M6 S=1.7/2.5 8
(1AD 00292 0002)

231.901.051 F
Special screws 2
(3AN41257AA––)

Right union duct 209.001.113 J 2

(3AN43233AA––)

Left union duct 209.001.114 D 2

(3AN43234AA––)

Optinex installation kit 299.701.598 V

Made up of: (3AL37982AA––)

040.311.550 T
SUB.D–15P fixed male connector 2
(1AB003110022)

040.395.140 V
Connector holder 2
(1AB006030063)

041.710.004 R
Cord, Alarms 1
(3AL34964AA––)

041.931.031 M
Cord plug, Alim/2 S9 2
(3AL37789AA––)

231.901.051 F
Special screws 2
(3AN41257AA––)

209.001.111 Q
Right Union for Duct 2
(3AN 42967 AA)
1AA 00014 0004 (9007) A4 – ALICE 04.10

209001112 R
Left Union for Duct 2
(3AN 42968 AA)
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 Table 21. continues

NAME PART No. Max. Q.ty.

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

CONNECTORS FOR TRIBS. and SYNCH.

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120 ohm connector 543.159.606 Z

Made up of: (3AL 34257 AA)

040.310.952 V
Male connector 9–ways 2
(1AB 00311 0045)

040.395.141 J
SUB.D–9P metal holder 2
(1AB 00603 0062)

040.142.080 P
1.6/5.6 male coax. connector (straight)
(1AB 00987 0005)

040.142.067 M
1.6/5.6 male coax. connector
(1AB 00987 0004)

040.144.001 N
1.0/2.3 (3 mm) male coax. connector
(1AB 06122 0003)

040.144.002 P
1.0/2.3 (6 mm) male coax. connector
(1AB 06122 0004)

487.156.386 S
75 ohm 1.6/5.6 sync adapter / 2
(3AL 35859 AA)

487.156.718 E
T43 ohm sync adapter
(3AL 34446 AA)

487.156.728 G
75 ohm sync adapter / 2
(3AL 34349 AA)

LINE OPTICAL CONNECTION

041.897.045 S
15m. long SM 1A FC single fiber splice 8
(1AB 07983 0001)

041.897.043 Y
SM Jumper FC/PC (20m.) 8
(1AB 07984 0001)

041.897.012 R
10m. long FC/PC single fiber splice with connector 8
(1AB 07984 0002)

OPTICAL CONNECTION AGGREGATE–BOOSTER

041.897.049 E
SM Jumper cable with FC/PC 0.5 mt 2
(1AB 07984 0007)

041.897.051 Y
Jumper SM cable SC/PC 0.75 mt 2
(1AB 08001 0002)
Table 21. continues
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 Table 21. continues

NAME PART No. Max. Q.ty.

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

OTHER PARTS

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001.700.121 J
16A Circuit Breaker 2
(1AB 02438 0012)

001.791.356 L
Circuit Breaker 15A 72 Vdc 2
(1AB 16271 0006)

041.951.123 S
PSE connection link 16
(3AL 34351 AA)
end table.
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 Table 22. Suggested cabling

DIA (mm) or SECT.

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

CONNECTION TY- (mm2) FACTORY P/N.

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REF CABLE TYPE NOTE

PE (ALCATEL P/N)
INT. EXT.

COAX. cable 75 049.475.400 Y

1 SOLDER/CRIMP – 3.1 max. 1
ohm (3 mm) (1AC 00110 0013)

COAX. cable 75 049.475.406 J

2 SOLDER/CRIMP – 5.9 max. 1
ohm (6 mm) (1AC 00788 0001)

587.341.071 E
3 COAX 75 ohm SOLDER/CRIMP – 8.5 max. 1
–

8 pairs shielded 049.722.400 X

4 w.w. 0.6 9.5 max. 1–2
wire wrap (1AC 01426 0004)

Power supply 049.613.400 S

5 solder 1.5 6 max. 1–2
cable (1AC 01190 0001)

049.720.406 T
6 8 pairs shielded wire–wrap 0.4 7.5 max. 1–2
(1AC 01490008)

COAX cable 50 049.450.250 K

7 solder 0.6 5.5 max
ohm (1AC 004340001)

2 x 2 twisted
8 crimp 0.5 – (1AC 003450001) 1–3
shielded

NOTE :
1 – terminate with connectors supplied
2 – connect shield to holder
3 – terminate with RJ45 shielded male connector (1AB 074610007)
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 5.3.1 Protection ground connections

SAFETY RULES

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This connections has priority over all the others.

N3–LC racks
(see Figure 89. on page 254)

Connect the GND cord (1) to subrack screw (2) and the rack ground bar (3)

The GND cord (041.991.609K) is comprised in ETSI installation set (see Table 21. on page 249 )

Other rack types

Ground protection is ensured by the subrack’s mechanical fastening.

(See para 5.2.1 ”Subrack insertion into the rack” on page 238)

2
3

FRONT VIEW LEFT SIDE

Figure 89. Protection Ground for N3–LC rack

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 5.3.2 Electrical Bitributary connections

To connect proceed as follows:

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

• locate the position of the terminal tagblock to work on. There are 16 available (M1 to M16).
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To this concern refer to Figure 90. on page 256 which shows the various tributary arrangements
(140 Mbit/s and electrical STM–1).

• Mount the Switch Module on the selected terminal tagblocks.

The type of switch module depends on the type of connection (various SIEMENS and Type 43)
and on the K20 standard protection.
Reference should be made to Figure 90. on page 256 and to Chapter 2. on page 65.

• Wire the tributaries onto the switch modules utilizing either:

– the connector (040.142.080 P) for 140 Mbit/s, STM–1 electrical tributaries,

(487.156.404 V switch module ) and the 8.5mm. Ø cable.

– the connector (040.142.067 M) for 140 Mbit/s, STM–1 electrical tributary

(487.156.404 V switch module) and the 5.9mm. Ø cable.

– the connector (040.144.001 N) for 140 Mbit/s/STM1 electrical (487.156.422 N switch

module). and the 3mm. Ø cable.

– The connector (040.144.002 P) for 140 Mb/s, STM1 electrical (487.156.422 N switch
module) and the 6mm. ∅ square.

When 1+1 APS protection (not operative in current release) is used for 140 Mbit/s or STM–1 electrical tribs,
connect as indicated in Detail1.

A label on the Switch Modules is available to indicate settings 1+1 MAIN or 1+1 SPARE (filled in by the
operator during the setting phase).

No indication on the label for 1+N setting (factory setting).

Figure 90. on page 256 provides data on modules and pins.

N.B. With regard to the ” Type 43 ” module no connector is supplied to wire the tributaries.
1AA 00014 0004 (9007) A4 – ALICE 04.10

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 M104 – M103
M100

M101

M102
M91

M92

M93

M94

M95

M96

M97

M98

M99

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PORT ”B” A B A B A B A B A B A B A B
PORT ”A”

M105
M106
M10
M90

M13

M14

M15

M16
M11

M12
M89

M1

M2

M3

M4

M9
M5

M8
M7
M6
BITRIB. 1

BITRIB. 2

BITRIB. 3

BITRIB. 4

BITRIB. 5

BITRIB. 6

BITRIB. 7

BITRIB. 8
487.156.404 V (487.156.614 W with connectors not supplied)

J1
CONNECTORS
J5 040.142.080 P
or
040.142.067 M
J3

J6 DETAIL 1

(see Table1) MAIN SPARE

1+1 CONNECTIONS

487.156.422 N J1 J1
OUT IN
J5 J5
J1 IN OUT
CONNECTORS J3 J3
J5 040.144.001 N
or J6 J6
040.144.002 P PSE CONNECTION
J3 LINK
041.951.123 S
J6
(see Table1)

TABLE 1 TABLE 2
CONNECTION BITRIBUTARY
PIN FUNCTION CABLE (*) POINTS UNIT

J1 Input Tx side 2 or 3 M1, M2 BITRIB 1

M3, M4 BITRIB 2
J3 1 + 1 Connection. Output Rx side, spare See Detail 1 .. ..
to main. See Detail 1 . .
M15, M16 BITRIB 8
J5 1 + 1 Connection.Input Tx side, main to See Detail 1
spare. See Detail 1
J6 Output Rx side 2 or 3

NOTE–(*) : the cable number is referred to Table 22. page 253.

1AA 00014 0004 (9007) A4 – ALICE 04.10

Figure 90. Electrical Bitributary connections

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 5.3.3 64 Kbit/s & V11 Auxiliary Channels Connections

(Refer to Figure 91. )

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

• Wire–connect EOW channels on the three SUB–D–15 pin fixed male connectors
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(040.311.550 T). Each connector can bear the wiring for two channels.

• Close each connector inside its holder (040.395.140 V). The SUB–D15–p. fixed male
connectors and holders are inside the 64 Kbit/s & V11Installation set (see Table 21. on page
249)

• Plug connectors into relevant M96, M97, M98 terminal tagblocks.

Attention :

• 64 Kb/s G703 = channels 1,2,3

• V11 = channels 4,5,6
• M96 = channels 1,2
• M97 = channels 3,4
• M98 = channels 5,6

AUX INTERFACE ( M96 OR M97 OR M98 )

PIN ACRONYM FUNCTION CABLE CONNECTOR

(*)

1 GND ground

2 D64TN1/3/5 64 Kbit/s Neg. Tx Data Input or V11

3 D64RN1/3/5 64 Kbit/s Neg. Rx Data Output or V11

Local enabling signal, Drop or Transit (not

4 T1
used)

6 D64TN2/4/6 64 Kbit/s Neg. Tx Data Input or V11

7 D64RN2/4/6 64 Kbit/s Neg. Rx Data Output or V11 1 9

8 GND Ground 6

9 D64TP1/3/5 64 Kbit/s Pos. Tx Data Input or V11

8 15
10 GND Ground

11 D64RP1/3/5 64 Kbit/s Pos. Rx Data Output or V11

12

13 D64TP2/4/6 64 Kbit/s Pos. Tx Data Input or V11

14 GND Ground

15 D64RP2/4/6 64 Kbit/s Pos. Rx Data Output or V11

1AA 00014 0004 (9007) A4 – ALICE 04.10

NOTE: (*) – the cable number is referred to Table 22. page 253.

Figure 91. 64 Kbit/s and V11 auxiliary channels connections

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 5.3.4 2 Mbit/s Auxiliary channels connections – Analog AUX/EOW extension

(Refer to Figure 92. )

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

In this release, the 2 Mbit/s auxiliary access are not used for 2 Mbit/s access, but only for EOW extension

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document, use and communication of its contents
and only for tagblock M92.

• Wire–connect EOW extension channels onto the male connector 9–pins. (040.310.952 V)

• Close each connector inside the metal holder (for SUB–D 9–pin) – P/N.040.395.141 J.

• Plug insert the connector into terminal tagblock M92.

M92 PIN ACRONYM FUNCTION CABLE

(*)

1 D2RN Analog extension negative input

1 6 3 D2TN Analog extension negative output

6
6 D2TP Analog extension positive output
9
5
8 D2RP Analog extension positive input

NOTE: (*) – the cable number is referred to Table 22. page 253.

Figure 92. EOW extension connections

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 5.3.5 Synchronism Connections

(Refer to Figure 93. on page 260)

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

To perform the synchronism connections are utilized different adapters/connectors depending on the the
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type of connection:

• 120 ohm connector

• 75 ohm synch adapter

• 75 ohm synch adapter ”Type 43”

In case of 120 ohm connector, proceed as follows:

• Wire the synch. I/O signals onto the male connector 9–ways (040.310.952 V).

• Close the connector inside its holder (040.395.141 J).The connectors and holders are inside
the 120 ohms Connector set (see Table 21. on page 249)

• Plug–in the connectors into the M91 terminal tagblock.

In case of 75 ohm synch adapter, proceed as follows:

• Mount the adapter on tagblock M91

• Wire the synchronisms onto the adapter utilizing either:

– the connector 040.142.080 P onto the adapter 487.156.386 S for 8.5mm. Ø cable.

– the connector 040.142.067 M onto the adapter 487.156.386 S and the 5.9mm. Ø cable.

– the connector 040.144.001 N onto the adapter 487.156.728 G and the 3mm. Ø cable.

– the connector 040.144.002 P onto the adapter 487.156.728 G and the 6mm. ∅ cable.

N.B. With regard to the ” Type 43 ” adapter no connector is supplied to wire the tributaries.
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487.156.386 S
487.156.728 G

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

J1

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CONNECTORS
040.144.001 N
J2 or CONNECTORS
M91 040.144.002 P 040.142.067 M
or
J3 040.142.080 P
SEE TAB.2

534.159.606 Z

1 6

SEE TAB.1
9
5

TABLE 1

PIN ACRONYM FUNCTION CABLE (*)

1 CKINCA 2 MHz external synchronism input A (live)

2 GND Ground

3 CKINCB 2 MHz external synchronism input B (live)

4 CKOUTC 2 MHz Outgoing synchronism (live)

5 GND Ground 4

6 CKINFA 2 MHz external synchronism input A (cold)

7 GND Ground

8 CKINFB 2 MHz external synchronism input B (cold)

9 CKOUTF 2 MHz Outgoing synchronism (cold)

TABLE 2

PIN ACRONYM FUNCTION CABLE (*)

J1 CKINA 2 MHz external synchronism input A

J2 CKINB 2 MHz external synchronism input B 1

J3 CKOUT 2 MHz Outgoing synchronism

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NOTE: (*) – the cable number is referred to Table 22. page 253.

Figure 93. Synchronism Connections

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 5.3.6 Q3 Interface Connections

The Q3 connections can be realized with:

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

– 10 base 2 coaxial cable using the AUI–B2 ADAPTER/2 sub–unit

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– 10 base T twisted pair cable using the AUI–BT ADAPTER sub–unit

5.3.6.1 Q3 Interface Connections with AUI–B2 ADAPTER/2

(Refer to Figure 94. )

• Insert the AUI–B2 ADAPTER/2 sub–unit onto terminal tagblock M89.

• Hence connect the BNC connector–terminated coax. cable (10 base 2, thin ethernet–cable)
onto J1 and J2.
The suggested cable is (7) of Table 22. page 253.

M89 AUI–B2

Figure 94. Q3 Interface connections with AUI–B2 ADAPTER/2

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 5.3.6.2 Q3 Interface Connections with AUI–BT ADAPTER

• Insert the AUI–BT ADAPTER sub–unit onto terminal tagblock M89.

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

• Crimp the twisted pair cable onto the RJ45 male connector 9–ways (1AB 074610007).

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• Hence connect the terminated cable (10 base T, twisted pair cable) onto the RJ45 female
connector of the AUI–BT ADAPTER sub–unit.

Twisted pair
cable
RJ45

M89

AUI–BT

RJ45 PIN ACRONYM FUNCTION CABLE

(*)

1 TPTXP differential output twisted pair for Tx

data (from the AUIBT to twisted pair)
2 TPTXN
1
2
3 3 TPRXP differential input twisted pair for Rx data
4 8
5
6
(from twisted pair to the AUIBT)
7 6 TPRXN
8

Ground (electrical and mechanical

8 VC
ground are shorted)

NOTE: (*) – the cable number is referred to Table 22. page 253.

Figure 95. Q3 Interface connections with AUI–BT ADAPTER

5.3.7 Q2 Interface Connections

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 5.3.8 I/O Interface Connections (HouseKeeping contacts)

(Refer to Figure 96. on page 264 or Figure 97. on page 265 for SEA–ME–WE3 application)
not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

• Wire–connect the parallel contacts onto the SUB.D–15P. fixed male connector
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(P/N. 040.311.550 T).

• Close the connector into its holder (P/N. 040.395.140 V)

The connector and holder are inserted either in the:

– ETSI Installation set (299.701.475 Z), or in the

– S9 Installation set (299.701.454 U), or in the

– Optinex Installation kit (299.701.598 V),

depending on the type of rack utilized.

• Plug–in insert the connector into the M100 terminal tagblock

NB 1) CPI
For each 8 input housekeeping contacts it is possible to define it by CT and OS interface as
indicated in the Operator’s Handbook.
If an external 1664 OA equipment with serial alarm link is present, CPI 5,6,7,8 are reserved
respectively for OFA URG, OFA SYNC, OFA SERIAL, AND BATT EXT.
The default pin assignments of CPI contacts are shown in the Craft Terminal applications (see
Operator’s Handbook).

NB 2) CPO
By equipment provisioning it is possible to select for each of the 7 output housekeeping
contacts one internal criteria choosing from a predefined list or to provide manual commands
to force the status of not assigned contacts as indicated in the Operator’s Handbook.
If an external 1664 OA equipment with serial alarm link is present, CPO 5 is reserved for
outgoing clock towards the external equipment.
When CPO are used for ”umbilical link for SEA–ME–WE3” application follow the indication of
Figure 97. on page 265.
The default pin assignments of CPO contacts are shown in the Craft Terminal applications
(see Operator’s Handbook).

NB 3) The CPI inputs (except in case of serial link) are enabled to receive ground contacts.
Eventual open / close Housekeeping signals coming from other equipment must be changed
into ground criteria.
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M100 PIN ACRONYM FUNCTION
(*)

1 CPI1 Programmable input 1

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2 CPI 2 Programmable input 2

3 CPI 3 Programmable input 3

4 CPI 4 Programmable input 4

Programmable input 5.
CPI 5 /
5 In case of serial alarm link from external
OFA–URG
1664OA assigned to incoming Urgent alarm

Programmable input 6.
CPI 6 /
6 In case of serial alarm link from external
OFA SYNC
1664OA assigned to incoming Synchronism .

Programmable input 7.
1 9 CPI 7 / In case of serial alarm link from external
7
OFA SERIAL 1664OA assigned to incoming Serial data
stream
6
Programmable input 8.
8 15 CPI 8 /
In case of serial alarm link from external
8 AND BATT
1664OA assigned to incoming Station power
EXT
supply alarm

9 CPO1 Programmable output 1

10 CPO 2 Programmable output 2

11 CPO 3 Programmable output 3

12 CPO 4 Programmable output 4

Programmable output 5.
CPO 5 /
13 In case of serial alarm link from external
CKOFA
1664OA assigned to outputting clock

14 CPO 6 Programmable output 6

15 CPO 7 Programmable output 7

NOTE: (*) – the cable number is referred to Table 22. page 253.

Figure 96. Housekeeping Connections

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M100 PIN ACRONYM FUNCTION
(*)

1 CPI1 Programmable input 1

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2 CPI2 Programmable input 2

3 CPI3 Programmable input 3

4 CPI 4 Programmable input 4

Programmable input 5.
CPI 5 / In case of serial alarm link from exter-
5
OFA–URG nal 1664OA assigned to incoming Ur-
gent alarm

Programmable input 6.
CPI 6 / In case of serial alarm link from exter-
6
OFA SYNC nal 1664OA assigned to incoming Syn-
chronism .

Programmable input 7.
CPI 7 / In case of serial alarm link from exter-
7
OFA SERIAL nal 1664OA assigned to incoming Se-
1 9
rial data stream

Programmable input 8.
CPI 8 / 6
8 In case of serial alarm link from exter-
8 15 AND BATTEXT nal 1664OA assigned to incoming Sta-
tion power supply alarm

Closed (ground level)= Confirms the

9 CP01
validity of CP02,CPO3,CPO6,CPO7

Closed = BMD2 detection on East A

10 CP02
and B

Closed = BMD2 detection on West A

11 CP03
and B

12 CP04 Programmable output 4.

Programmable output 5.
CPO 5 / In case of serial alarm link from exter-
13
CKOFA nal 1664OA assigned to outgoing
clock

Closed = Aggregate East B working

14 CP06
Open =Aggregate East A working

Closed = Aggregate West B working

15 CP07
Open =Aggregate West A working
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Figure 97. Housekeeping Connections for ”umbilical link for SEA–ME–WE3” application

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 5.3.9 Remote alarms connections

(Refer to Figure 98. )

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

The connector and holder are inserted in the ETSI Installation set (299.701.475 Z), or in the S9 Installation

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set (299.701.454 U), or in the Optinex Installation kit (299.701.598 V), depending on the type of rack
utilized.

• Wire–connect the remote alarms onto the SUB.D–15P fixed male connectors
(P/N.040.311.550 T)

• Close the connector into its holder (P/N. 040.395.140 V)

• Plug–in insert the connector into the M101 terminal tagblock

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PIN ACRONYM
(*)

1 INT Internal remote alarm

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2 NURG Not urgent remote alarm

3 URG Urgent remote alarm

4 – –

5 – –

6 IND Indicative remote alarm

No LAN connection with the

7 LOS–Q3
TMN (interface Q3)

Remote alarm indicating one

8 TOR
9 1 station battery failure

Remote alarm indicating two 6

9 TAND
station batteries failure
15 8 10 – –

11 – –

12 C Alarm storing command

Equipment Controller remote

13 TUP
alarm

Remote alarm indicating one

14 TORC
power supply unit failure

Remote alarm indicating two

15 TANC or all power supply units
failure
NOTE: (*) – the cable number is referred to Table 22. page 253.

Figure 98. Remote alarms connections

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 5.3.10 RM Interface Connections (Rack lamps)

(Refer to Figure 99. )

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

The connections are established between the M102 subrack terminal tagblock and that at the top of the

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rack (see rack documentation).

ATTENTION : on the M102 is mounted the ” ADAPTER R/M ”, P/N 041.991.528 Z (3AL 36211 AA).
Don’t disconnect this adapter (if already mounted).

A connector–terminated cable is utilized with:

N3 RACK Cord alarms (P/N.041.710.004 R), terminated with SUB.D–9P female connector
(M102 side) and with SUB.D–9P male connector (rack side)
Contained in the N3 installation set.

S9 RACK Cord plug, alarms (P/N.041.931.011 R) terminated with SUB.D–9P female connector
(P/N.040.325.020 R) on the M102 side, and with SUB.D–25P fixed male connector
(P/N.040.312.550 U) on the rack side.
Contained in the S9 installation set.

OPTINEX RACK Cord alarms (P/N.041.710.004 R) terminated with SUB.D–9P female connector side
on the M102 side, and with SUB.D–9P fixed male connector on the rack side.
Material is inside the Optinex installation kit.

Each connector is provided with a metal holder (P/N.040.395.141 J for the 9–pin one, and
P/N.040.395.142 K for the 25–pin one)

M102 PIN ACRONYM FUNCTION

1 +VSERV + Service battery

2 C Alarm storing command

3 M Yellow storing LED switch–on command (attended)

5 4 RURG Red urgent LED switch–on command

9
5 RNURG Red not urgent LED switch–on command
6
1 6 –VSERV – Service Battery

7 CH Green LED switch–on command (ETSI rack), call buzzer

8 TOR Remote alarm indicating one station battery failure

9 GND Ground

Figure 99. RM Interface connections (Rack Lamp)

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 5.3.11 Optical Connections for Tributary and Aggregate without Booster

(Refer to Figure 100. on page 270)

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

The connections are made directly on the units provided with optical interface in the following manner:
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• Insert the units with optical interfaces into the assigned positions as indicated in
Chapter 2 . on page 65.
The units can either be the Aggregates (at the bottom of the equipment), or the STM1 optical
bitributaries or the STM4 optical tributaries (at the top of the equipment).

• Loosen screws (5) to remove the optical protection front cover (3) from the unit. This protection
not only mechanically protects the optical connectors, but acts as a protective shield against
EMI.

• Remove the cover from the optical fiber duct. The fiber ducts are both at the top of the structure
(for optical tributary connections) and at the bottom (for the optical aggregate connections).
Figure 100. on page 270 illustrates a typical fiber duct used at the bottom.

• Lay the Tx/Rx single fiber splices into the ducts. The optical fiber splices are specified on
Table 21. on page 249.

• Pull the single fiber splices out from the holes situated next to the units to which they will be
connected.

• Insert the single fiber splice connector onto the corresponding one on the unit’s front coverplate
(see Figure 87. on page 246):

(1) – Aggregate, Input Rx side

(2) – Aggregate, Output Tx side

• If STM–1 optical bitributaries are equipped, insert the single fiber splice connectors onto the
corresponding ones on the units front coverplate (see Figure 87. on page 246):

(ORX1) – STM1 Optical tributary #1, input Rx side

(OTX1) – STM1 Optical tributary #1, output Tx side
(ORX2) – STM1 Optical tributary #2, input Rx side
(OTX2) – STM1 Optical tributary #2, output Tx side

• If STM–4 optical tributaries are equipped, insert the single fiber splice connectors onto the
corresponding ones on the units front coverplate (see Figure 88. on page 247):

(ORS4) – STM4 Optical tributary, input Rx side

(OTS4) – STM4 Optical tributary, output Tx side

• Place the optical protection front cover (3) back onto the unit as follows:

– Insert the screws (5) into the holes (6) on the unit’s front coverplate.

WARNING ! when carrying out this operation make sure that the single fiber splices are
properly situated in slot (4)

– Tighten screws (5) so as to obtain a good mechanical contact between the optical
protection front cover and the unit’s front cover.
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5

6
3

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Rx
6

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*

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2

1
Tx

Rx
*
*

ON

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 5.3.12 Optical Connections with Booster

(Refer to Figure 101. on page 272 )

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

The connections are made directly on the Aggregate and Booster units in the following manner:
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• Insert the units into the assigned positions as indicated in ”Chapter 2 .CONFIGURATION ” on
page 65.

• On the Aggregate loosen screws (5) to remove the optical protection front cover (3) from the
unit. This protection not only mechanically protects the optical connectors, but acts as a
protective shield against EMI.

• On the Booster loosen screws (8) to remove the optical protection front cover (7) from the unit.
This protection not only mechanically protects the optical connectors, but acts as a protective
shield against EMI.

• Remove the cover from the optical fiber duct at the bottom of the structure.

• Lay the line Tx/Rx single fiber splices into the ducts. The optical fiber splices are specified on
Table 21. on page 249.

• Pull the single fiber splices out from the holes situated next to the units to which they will be
connected.

• Insert the line single fiber splice connector onto the corresponding one on the unit’s front
coverplate as indicated in the figure:

Line Tx fiber splice on the Booster, Output Tx side (2)

Line Rx fiber splice on the Aggregate, Input Rx side (1)

• Connect the Tx output of the Aggregate (2) to the Rx input of the Booster (1) with the indicated
fiber splice.

• Lay this single fiber splice into the duct.

Extract this fiber and pass it in the ”fiber guide”, mounted on the back of the duct, below the
structure. Replace the cover on it.

• For the Aggregate unit place the optical protection front cover (3) back onto the unit as follows:

– Insert the screws (5) into the holes (6) on the unit’s front coverplate.

WARNING ! when carrying out this operation make sure that the single fiber splices are
properly situated in slot (4)

– Tighten screws (5) so as to obtain a good mechanical contact between the optical
protection front cover and the unit’s front cover.

• For the Booster unit, place the optical protection front cover (7) back onto the unit as follows:

– Insert the screws (8) into the holes (9) on the unit’s front coverplate.

WARNING ! when carrying out this operation make sure that the single fiber splices are
properly situated in slot (10)
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– Tighten screws (8) so as to obtain a good mechanical contact between the optical
protection front cover and the unit’s front cover.

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*

6 Tx

SHUT
ON DN
Rx
3 Tx

7
6 Rx

9
5
8

10

* 2488
*

Tx

SHUT
DN
Rx
ON

Tx 1

Rx

NOTE: MAKE THE FIBER TRANSITING IN THE FIBER GUIDE AT THE BACK OF TE DUCT
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 5.3.13 Power Supply connections

SAFETY RULES
not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.
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DANGER: Possibility of personal injury. Personal injury can be caused by

–48 V dc. Ensure battery power cables are not connected to office battery
power.

DANGER: Possibility of personal injury. Short circuiting, low-voltage,

low-impedance, dc circuits can cause severe arcing that can result in burns
and/or eye damage. Remove rings, watches, and other metal jewelry before
working with primary circuits. Exercise caution to avoid shorting power input
terminals.

Refer to the following Figure 102.

M104–M105 PIN ACRONYM FUNCTION CABLE (*)

1 +BATT +Battery
3
2 2 NC Not Connected 5
1
3 –BATT –Battery

NOTE: (*) – the cable number is referred to Table 22. page 253.

Figure 102. Power supply connections

With ETSI rack

The components are listed in Table 21. page 249 inside the ETSI Installation kit.

• Connect the power supply cable coming from the station batteries onto the H.P. Female
contacts (P/N.040.325.550 Z).
• Insert the above cited contacts onto the NC 3p.SUB–D female connector (P/N.040.300.923 X).
• Unsheathe the cable braid (for a max length of 12 mm) and fasten it with the cable–holder of
the Connector Holder (P/N.040.395.140 V), in order to have the electrical contact of the braid
with the Connector Holder.
• Do not connect the braid to the pins of the connector.
• Close the connector into its holder.
• The contacts and the connector body are inside the ETSI Installation set.
• Insert the connectors into the M104 and M105 terminal tagblocks.

SAFETY RULES

For external subrack protection (upstream power station distribution frame) two 16A circuit
breakers (main battery) and 1A circuit breakers (service battery) are suggested.
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 With S9 rack

The components are listed in Table 21. page 249 inside the S9 Installation kit.

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

• Insert the Cord, Plug, Alim/2 (S9) – (041.931.017 P) into the M104 and M105 terminal tagblocks.

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The cable has already been provided with connector. The other end of the cable is connected
into S9 rack for the station power–supply connections.

SAFETY RULES

16A Circuit Breaker

This device constitutes the protection breaking point for the station power
supply. Two circuit breakers are supplied with the subrack and are mounted at
the top of the rack S9 (see the relevant documentation).

With Optinex rack

The components are listed in Table 21. page 249 inside the Optinex Installation kit.

• Insert the Cord, Plug, Alim/2 (S9) – (041.931.017 P) into the M104 and M105 terminal tagblocks.
The cable has already been provided with connector. The other end of the cable is connected
into Optinex rack for the station power–supply connections.

SAFETY RULES

15A Circuit Breaker

This device constitutes the protection breaking point for the station power
supply. Two circuit breakers are supplied with the subrack and are mounted at
the Top Rack Unit of the Optinex rack (see the relevant documentation).
IN GENERAL:

SAFETY RULES

Due to possible very high currents in case of short–circuit at the battery power
input, it is essential that the battery power distribution line shall be provided with
a short circuit back–up protection with adequate breaking capacity.

5.3.14 Interface F connections for local P.C.

The connection is made on the front plate of the Equipment Controller unit (3) of see Figure 87. on page
246) with the 9–pin male connector–terminated cable supplied with the Personal Computer
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 6 INITIAL TURN–ON, TEST AND OPERATION

ATTENTION EMC NORMS

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WHEN CARRYING OUT THE GIVEN OPERATIONS OBSERVE THE NORMS STATES IN PARA.
4.1.2 ON PAGE 30

6.1 General safety rules

The Safety Rules stated in para.3.2 on page 21 describe the operations and/or precautions to observe
to safeguard operating personnel during the working phases and to guarantee equipment safety.
Please read them with accuracy before to start every action on the equipments.

SAFETY RULES

Carefully observe the front–panel warning labels prior to working on optical

connections while the equipment is in–service.

SAFETY RULES

DANGER: Possibility of personal injury. Personal injury can be caused by

–48 V dc.

DANGER: Possibility of personal injury. Short circuiting, low-voltage,

low-impedance, dc circuits can cause severe arcing that can result in burns
and/or eye damage. Remove rings, watches, and other metal jewelry before
working with primary circuits. Exercise caution to avoid shorting power input
terminals.

SAFETY RULES

DANGER: Possibility of eyes damage: read carefully and strictly observe the
rules pointed out in para.3.2.4.2 on page 25.
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 6.2 General

The following operations are required to activate the equipment:

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

• Hardware settings

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• Unit insertion into the subrack

FIXING THE UNITS (AND MODULES) INTO THE SUBRACK

(caution to avoid equipment damage)

The screw tightening torque for fixing the units (and modules, if any and if fixed by screws) into
the subrack must be:

2.8 kg x cm (0.28 Newton x m)  10 %

Exceeding this value may result in screw breaking.

• Check on protection ground and optical connection

• Power supply tests

• Installation in the P.C. of:

– Equipment management Craft Terminal SW kits

– Equipment software kit

• Equipment SW download (only if not updated)

• Software settings

• Local tests

• Checks on the link

It might occur that when testing use is made of setting options that are not compliant with the plant settings.
These setting options are defined everytime a test is executed.

Moreover before operating, the equipment must be preset according to the plant requirements.

To reduce time for test and avoid wrong SW configuration due to tests it is important to:

• Perform each test only on the part of equipment (circuits, units) dedicated to that function (ie.:
not operate pass–through test on TU used in Drop/insert)

• Don’t modify the plant SW configuration. Save and Send NEW Configuration files for tests and
Delete than after use.

Information is given on the conditions present and on the operations to carry out during regular equipment
operations.
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 6.3 Setting options

The setting options are of the hardware (HW) and software (SW) type.
not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

With regard to the HW setting documentation refer to ”HARDWARE SETTING DOCUMENTATION”

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section.

The setting documents (referred in the aforesaid section ”HW setting documentation” contain the tables
defining the relations between the selectable functions and the corresponding setting options. The HW
assembly, also contained in the aforesaid setting documents, show the exact physical locations of the
setting devices on the board.

Those setting options that on the tables (contained in the aforesaid documents) are indicated by the
caption ”For factory use only” should never be modified.

N.B. In case of a floating connection (not ground–connected) involving the +V Batt of Power Supply
units and the +VSERV of AND/OR circuit of the Alarm Interface Access Module, it is required
that the previous citated signals are externally connected to the same potential.
Otherwise the detectors present on the AND/OR circuit does not detect the AND/OR power
supply alarms.

With regard to the SW setting options refer to the P.C. Operator’s Handbook. Anyway, before executing
the software setting options,perform the power supply tests described at para. ”Power supply checks” on
page 281

To perform the setting options proceed as follows:

• Define the equipment’s station configuration

• Compare the equipment’s station configuration with the list of settable units (see Hardware
Setting section) and choose the ones required.
• Compare the equipment’s plant specifications with the tables indicated in the unit circuit
schematics and define the functions to preset.
• Execute all the hardware setting options
• Install the units into the subracks in the assigned positions
• Install the Switch Module sub–units in the upper part of the subrack (access panel)
A label is present on the 140Mbit/s/STM1 electrical Switch Modules indicating the setting made.
Settings 1+1 MAIN and 1+1 SPARE are given. When 1+N setting is performed, do not insert
any indication (factory setting).
• Check the protection ground connection and the optical connection as specified in ” para 6.5.1
on page 281”.
• Power supply the equipment as specified in ” Para 6.5.2 on page 281”.
• Install the management SW applicatives of the Craft terminal onto the P.C..
• Install the Equipment software of the relevant release onto the P.C.
• Download the Equipment software on the equipment(this operation is carried out only if the
equipment release is not updated).
• SW configure with the P.C.

PC local operations can be remotely executed with the Operation System.

The installation, loading and software configuration procedures are described in the Operator’s Manual.
The Part number of the disks to be used are indicated in the Operator’s Handbook.

ATTENTION: Save the operative software configuration in a disk / diskette.

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This is important for maintenance purposes (example : Equipment Controller substitution with
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Table 23. Instruments and Accessories

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REF. INSTRUMENT Q.TY CHARACTERISTICS

Available signals:
64Kbit/s codirectional
Pattern Generator/Error Detector
(A) 1 139264Kbit/s code CMI
(equipped with SDH Analyzer)
electrical&optical STM–1
optical STM–4

2nd window
(B) Optical power tester (radiometer) 1
3rd window

Variable attenuator within the 0–50dB,

(C) Single–mode variable optical attenuator 1
2nd and 3rd window

(D) Digital multimeter 1

Craft terminal See the operator’s handbook. It can be

(E)
(Personal Computer) supplied by Alcatel.

Tx rate up to 19200 baud CCITT

(F) Data Tester 1
interface V11

terminations:
 instrument side depending on (A)
(G) Coaxial Cables 2
 equipment side depending on type
of tributary access module.

Terminations dependent on unit

(H) Single–mode single–fiber splices 4
connectors, radiometer and attenuator

terminations:
(I) Shielded pair 2  instrument (F) / (A)
 SUB.D 15–pin male connector

terminations:
(L) Distribution frame cables 2  instrument (A)
 Tributary distribution frame

(M) Frequency counter 1 10 MHz  1 hz

terminations:
 instrument (M)
(N) Cables for synchronism 1
 Synchronism termination (120 or
75ohm)

(O) 8 Twisted shielded pairs 1 The same type used for installation

Supplied by Alcatel.
Aggregate–Booster SM optical connec-
(P) 2 The same type used for installation.
tion cable
FC/PC or SC/PC available

It is made up of one LED and a series

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(Q) Lamp Circuit 1

resistance RS=V test / 10ma

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 6.5 Local checks

The test which follow describe the procedures relative to the initial turn–on of the units housed in the
mechanical structure
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The test circuits show standard equipment.

To configure the test circuits, the equipment must be preset through Craft Terminal.

The test are carried out through direct wiring to the equipment. These connections can be also made on
the station distribution frames.

The loop connections indicated in the following test are realized by means wiring. It is possible to activate
them with SW command, using the Alarms, Status and Remote Control application of the Craft Terminal.

N.B. To test properly, refer to Chapter 2. on page 65. as regards to references to unit, numbering (n)
and to Chapter 5 on page235 for the connections to make.

6.5.1 Check on Protection Ground Connections and Optical Connection

SAFETY RULES

Check in the ETSI (N3–LC) rack that the subrack and rack have been grounded
(see par. 5.3.1 on page 254).
For all types of racks, verify that subrack has been screw fastened to rack. The
latter operation guarantees protection ground connection (on the rack).
Check that the optical connection on the equipment are correctly made, as
indicated at para 5.3.11 on page 269 and at para 5.3.12 on page 271.

6.5.2 Power supply checks

1) Check if all the units have been removed from the subrack with the exception of the Power
Supply unit (PSU).

2) Switch on the Power Supply unit through its switch (2)

3) Check if green LED (1) of PSU is ON. If the LED does not light up, check if the battery voltage
is present and if necessary replace the unit.

4) Repeat the above tests on the other power supply unit

5) Repeat all the tests described above after having inserted again all the units. If green LED (1)
of PSU does not light up, it indicates that either the power supply units are faulty or one of the
inserted units causes a short–circuit on the power supply outputs.

6.5.3 Lamp Test

The efficiency of the equipment LEDs can also be checked. By pressing push–button (11) on the
Equipment Controller unit the LEDs must light up, except for LEDs (5) and (6) of the AUX/EOW unit, LEDs
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(1) of the Switch unit, LEDs (2) of spare Aggregate, and Power Supply LED (1). If otherwise, replace the
relevant unit.

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 6.5.4 Aggregate & Booster, Tx optical power check

• Test circuit of Figure 103. on page 283.

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

N.B. In the example the TX optical signal is transmitted by the Aggregate without the use

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of Booster unit. When this unit is present the measure is made on the Booster output,
and the Aggregate and Booster units must be connected as indicated in para.5.3.12
on page 271.

• Instruments and accessories to utilize (see Table 23. on page 280)

– Radiometer (B)

– Single–fiber splices (H)

– Personal Computer (E)

1) Set up the test circuit.

Insert the units involved.
Connect the Aggregate unit’s Tx optical connector (5) to the Radiometer through the
Single–fiber splice (H).

2) By means of P.C. (E) set the ALS optical protection to be able to carry out manual for test
operation.

3) Press push–button (3) on the unit for more than 12 secs.

CAUTION!! : in this way the TX laser will be ON at least 90 secs.
The operator has 90 secs. available to carry out the test.

4) Switch on the radiometer and check if the Tx optical power value is within the range indicated
in para. 4.2 on page 205. If otherwise replace the aggregate unit.
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METER
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3
5

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 6.5.5 Multi–demultiplexing check and AIS forwarding, in case of electrical Tributaries

• Test circuit of Figure 104. on page 285

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N.B. In this example the Aggregate is used without Booster unit. When Booster is present,

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the Aggregate and Booster units must be connected as indicated in para.5.3.12 on
page 271. Different values to fix are indicated in the following points.
Instruments and accessories of Table 23. on page 280

– Pattern Generator/Error Detector (A)

– Coaxial cables (G)
– Variable optical attenuators (C)
– Single–fiber splices (H)
– Personal Computer (E)

1) Set up the test circuit.

A typical connection is shown between the tributary and the Pattern Generator/Error Detector
through cables (G) .
The aggregate is looped utilizing fiber splices (H) and the Variable Optical Attenuator (C) (preset
with a 10 dB attenuation or 25 dB attenuation when Booster unit is present).
Use P.C. (E) to set up the required configurations (tributary in Drop/Insert).The units inserted
are specified in the Figure.

2) Preset the instrument (A) to transmit a signal (depending on the type of tributary used) with the
following requirements:

140 Mb/s : 155 Mb/s :

Bit rate 139264
15ppm Bit rate 155 520 Kbit/s

Code CMI Code Interface CMI

Sequence 223 – 1 pseudorandom Type STM–1 electrical

Level 1Vpp (75ohms)

3) Check that the Error Detector has read no errors and that there are no alarm indications on the
units concerned.
In case of errors/alarms, trouble–shoot with the Personal Computer to detect the type of alarm
and eventually replace the Tributary, Aggregates, Switch module, CRU units.

N.B. All the tributaries can be simultaneously checked by loop cascading the tributaries.
To this concern use the relevant cables.

4) Disconnect the Pattern Generator output from the tributary input and check if the AIS signal
(all ONES) is present (sent from the Tx side of the tributary involved to the Error Detector).
If this condition is not detected, replace the TRIB unit of the tributary involved.
5) Connect again the Pattern Generator output to the tributary input and disconnect the multiple
loop (H). Check on the Error detector the presence of AIS (all ONES) received from the Rx side.
6) Reset the link at multiple level and repeat the checks on all the other tributaries.

N.B. This test can also check tributaries with ”Cross–connection” configurations
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G
ERROR
DETECTOR

ÇÇ
ÇÇ
ÇÇ
TRIBUTARIES

CRU

E 9
Tx 5

Rx
IN
H
OPTICAL 4
ATTENUATOR

OUT
AGGREGATE POWER
SUPPLY

EQUIPMENT CONTROLLER
1AA 00014 0004 (9007) A4 – ALICE 04.10

Figure 104. Test on Multi–demultiplexing and AIS for electrical tributaries

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 6.5.6 Multi–demultiplexing check and AIS forwarding, in case of STM1 0ptical Tributaries

• Test circuit of Figure 105. on page 287.

Instruments and accessories of Table 23. on page 280

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– SDH Analyzer (A)
– Variable optical attenuators (C)
– Single–fiber splices (H)
– Personal Computer (E)

1) Set up the test circuit.

A typical test connection is shown between optical tributary#1 (RX1/TX1) and SDH Analyzer
(A), through fiber splices (H) .
The aggregate is looped utilizing fiber splices (H) and the Variable Optical Attenuator (C) (preset
with a 10 dB attenuation or 25 dB attenuation when Booster unit is present).
Use P.C. (E) to set up the required configurations (tributary in Drop/Insert).The inserted units
are specified in the Figure.
By means of P.C. (E) set the ALS optical protection to be able to carry out manual for test
operations.

2) Preset the instrument (A) to transmit and receive an optical STM–1 signal.

3) Check that the SDH Analyzer reads no errors and that there are no alarm indications on the
concerned units.
In case of errors/alarms, trouble–shoot with the Personal Computer to detect the type of alarm
and eventually replace the Tributary, Aggregates, CRU units.

4) Switch OFF the TX laser of SDH Analyzer, press the push–button (3) on tributary for more than
12 secs. (in this way the trib. laser will be ON for about 90 secs). Check if the MS–FERF, AU–AIS
alarms are detected by the instrument (A), for about 90 secs.
If this condition is not detected, replace the TRIB unit.
NOTE: press push–button (4) on the tributary unit, when testing optical trib.#2 (RX2/TX2).
5) Switch ON again the laser of SDH Analyzer and disconnect the aggregate optical loop. Check
if the AU–AIS alarm is detected by the instrument (A).
6) Connect again the aggregate optical loop and repeat the checks on all the other tributaries.

N.B. This test can also check tributaries with ”trib–to–trib Cross–connection” configurations.
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SDH
ANALYZER
A RX TX

H OPT.
ATT. C

C OPT.
ATT.

3
4
RX1

TX1

RX2

TX2

TRIBUTARIES
CRU

9
E
Tx

Rx

H
C OPT.
ATT.

AGGREGATE POWER
SUPPLY

EQUIPMENT CONTROLLER

Figure 105. Test on Multi–demultiplexing and AIS for STM1 optical tributaries
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 6.5.7 Multi–demultiplexing check and AIS forwarding, in case of STM4 0ptical Tributaries

• Test circuit of Figure 106. on page 289.

Instruments and accessories of Table 23. on page 280

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

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– SDH Analyzer (A)
– Variable optical attenuators (C)
– Single–fiber splices (H)
– Personal Computer (E)

1) Set up the test circuit.

A typical test connection is shown between an STM4 optical tributary and SDH Analyzer (A),
through fiber splices (H).
The aggregate is looped utilizing fiber splices (H) and the Variable Optical Attenuator (C) (preset
with a 10 dB attenuation or 25 dB attenuation when Booster unit is present).
Use P.C. (E) to set up the required configurations (tributary in Drop/Insert).The inserted units
are specified in the Figure.
By means of P.C. (E) set the ALS optical protection to be able to carry out manual for test
operations.

2) Preset the instrument (A) to transmit and receive an optical STM–4 signal.

3) Check that the SDH Analyzer reads no errors and that there are no alarm indications on the
concerned units.
In case of errors/alarms, trouble–shoot with the Personal Computer to detect the type of alarm
and eventually replace the Tributary, Aggregates, CRU units.

4) Switch OFF the TX laser of SDH Analyzer, press the push–button (3) on tributary for more than
12 secs. (in this way the trib. laser will be ON for about 90 secs). Check if the MS–FERF, AU–AIS
alarms are detected by the instrument (A), for about 90 secs.
If this condition is not detected, replace the TRIB unit.
5) Switch ON again the laser of SDH Analyzer and disconnect the aggregate optical loop. Check
if the AU–AIS alarm is detected by the instrument (A).
6) Connect again the aggregate optical loop and repeat the checks on all the other tributaries.

N.B. This test can also check tributaries with ”trib–to–trib Cross–connection” configurations.
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SDH
ANALYZER
A RX TX

H OPT.
ATT. C

C OPT.
ATT.

ORS4

OTS4 3

TRIBUTARIES
CRU

9
E
Tx

Rx

H
C OPT.
ATT.

AGGREGATE POWER
SUPPLY

EQUIPMENT CONTROLLER

Figure 106. Test on Multi–demultiplexing and AIS for STM4 optical tributaries
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 6.5.8 Aggregate, check on the receiver sensitivity

• Test circuit of Figure 107. on page 291

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• Instruments and accessories of Table 23. on page 280

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– Pattern Generator/Error Detector (A)

– Radiometer (B)

– Variable optical attenuator (C)

– Single–fiber splices (H)

– Coaxial cables (G).

– Personal Computer (E)

1) By means of the P.C. (E) preset the optical protection (ALS) to carry out manual for test
operations.

2) Set up the test circuit.

A typical connection is shown between an electrical tributary and the Pattern Generator/Error
Detector through cables (G).
The aggregates are looped through the optical fiber splices and the variable optical attenuator
(C).

3) Set the instrument in accordance with the type of tributary involved and with the characteristics
specified in para 6.5.5 ” Multi–demultiplexing check and AIS forwarding for electrical
Tributaries” on page 284.

4) The optical attenuator must attenuate 10dB (25 dB attenuation when Booster unit is present).

5) Check that the Error Detector reads no errors.

6) Gradually increase the attenuation of the Optical attenuator until a 1x10–10 BER is read on the
Error Detector.

7) Disconnect the single–fiber splice from the aggregate Rx optical connector (4) and connect it
to the radiometer (detail 1 of Figure 107. on page 291)

8) Press push–button (3) on the aggregate unit for more than 12 secs.
CAUTION!! : in this way the TX laser will be ON at least 90 secs.
The operator has 90 secs. available to carry out the test.

9) Check if the Rx optical power level on the Radiometer is within the sensitivity level indicated in
para. 4.2 on page 205.

If otherwise replace the Aggregate unit.

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GENERATOR
G
ERROR
DETECTOR

ÇÇ
ÇÇ
ÇÇ
TRIBUTARIES

CRU

9
E

Tx 5

3
7
Rx
IN

OPTICAL H 4
C
ATTENUATOR

OUT
AGGREGATE POWER
H SUPPLY

POWER EQUIPMENT CONTROLLER

B
METER DETAIL 1
1AA 00014 0004 (9007) A4 – ALICE 04.10

Figure 107. Receiver sensitivity check

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 6.5.9 Check on the efficiency of the optical protection (ALS) for Aggregate

• Test circuit of Figure 108. on page 293.

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• Instruments and accessories of Table 23. on page 280

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– Pattern Generator/Error Detector (A)

– Radiometer (B)

– Variable optical attenuator (C)

– Personal Computer (E)

– Single–fiber splices (H)

– Coaxial cables (G).

1) Set up the test circuit.

2) Set the attenuation of the variable optical attenuator to approx. 10dB.

3) Refer to the P.C. (E) applications operator’s handbook and check if the automatic and manual
optical protections of the Aggregate unit are inserted. If not proceed to program them.

4) Disconnect the single–fiber splice (H) (connected to the Tx optical connector (5)) from the
optical attenuator and connect it to the radiometer so as to measure the transmitted optical
power.

This condition causes red LED (7) on the Equipment Controller unit to light up, and the AIS
criteria to be received on the Error Detector.

5) Check (on radiometer) that the LASER power is null. Moreover check if a LASER–ON is
periodically attempted after approx. 180 secs. (a power within the working range will be read
on the radiometer). This condition must last approx. 2 secs. (AUTOMATIC RESTART function).
If these conditions do not occur, replace the Aggregate unit.

6) When the Tx optical power is null again, press push–button (3) (for less than 12 secs) on the
Aggregate unit’s front coverplate and check that a LASER–ON is attempted for approx. 2 secs.
(MANUAL RESTART function).
If otherwise replace the unit.

7) Press push–button (3) for more than 12 secs again and check if a LASER–ON is attempted
for approx. 90 secs. (MANUAL RESTART FOR TEST function).
CAUTION!! : in this way the TX laser will be ON at least 90 secs.
If otherwise replace the unit.
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GENERATOR
G
ERROR
DETECTOR

ÇÇ
ÇÇ
ÇÇ
TRIBUTARIES

CRU

9
E

Tx 5

3
7
H
Rx
IN C

OPTICAL H 4
ATTENUATOR

OUT
AGGREGATE POWER
SUPPLY

POWER EQUIPMENT CONTROLLER

B
METER DETAIL 1
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Figure 108. Aggregate ALS functionality

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 6.5.10 Check on the efficiency of the Booster optical protection (Shut Down)

• Test circuit of Figure 109. on page 295 .

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• Instruments and accessories to utilize (see Table 23. on page 280)

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– Radiometer (B)

– Single–fiber splices (H)

– Personal Computer (E)

– Single–fiber splices (P)

1) Set up the test circuit.

Insert the units involved.
Connect the Aggregate TX output (5) with the Booster input (4) through the fiber splice (P).
Connect the Booster output (5) to the Aggregate RX input (4) through the single–fiber splice (H)
and an optical attenuator set at 25 dB.
Use P.C. (E) to set up the required configurations.

2) Remove the front cover from the Booster unit.

3) Check the light up of LED (3) on the Booster.

4) Disconnect the single–fiber splice (H), connected to the Booster output (5), from the optical
attenuator and connect it to the radiometer.

5) Switch on the radiometer and check the ”shut down” of the transmitted optical power.

6) Reset the test circuit by connecting again the attenuator and placing the front cover back on the
Booster unit. LED (3) on the Booster lights off.

7) Disconnect the fiber splice (P) of the connection between the Aggregate TX output (5) and the
Booster input (4).

8) Check again the light up of LED (3) on the Booster and, by means the radiometer, the shut down
of the transmitted optical power.

9) If these conditions do not occur, replace the Booster unit.

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CRU

9
E

Tx 5 Tx

3
P
Rx Rx
OUT C

OPTICAL H
4
ATTENUATOR

IN
POWER
SUPPLY
B H AGGREGATE BOOSTER
EQUIPMENT CONTROLLER
POWER
METER DETAIL 1
1AA 00014 0004 (9007) A4 – ALICE 04.10

Figure 109. Booster optical protection (LASER SHUT DOWN)

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 6.5.11 STM–1 optical Tributary, Tx optical power check

• Test circuit of Figure 110. on page 297.

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• Instruments and accessories to utilize (see Table 23. on page 280)

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– Radiometer (B)

– Single–fiber splices (H)

– Personal Computer (E)

1) Set up the test circuit.

Insert the involved units.
Connect the optical connector (TX1) of the tributary#1 to the Radiometer through the
Single–fiber splice (H).

2) By means of P.C. (E) set the ALS optical protection to be able to carry out manual for test
operation.

3) Press push–button (3) on the unit for more than 12 secs.

CAUTION!! : in this way the TX laser will be ON at least 90 secs.
The operator has 90 secs. available to carry out the test.
NOTE: press push–button (4) when testing TX2 port of optical tributary#2.

4) Switch on the radiometer and check if the Tx optical power value is within the range indicated
in para 4.2 on page 205. If otherwise replace the optical tributary unit.

Continue the test on all the other equipped optical bitributary units in similar way.
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E
B

04
H

METER
POWER

955.100.532 D
TX2
TX1

RX2
RX1

Tx

Rx
3
4

AGGREGATE

EQUIPMENT CONTROLLER

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Figure 110. STM–1 optical Tributary, Tx optical power check
POWER
SUPPLY
CRU
TRIBUTARIES

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 6.5.12 STM1 Optical tributary, check on receiver sensitivity

• Test circuit of Figure 111. on page 299.

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• Instruments and accessories of Table 23. on page 280

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– SDH Analyzer (A)

– Radiometer (B)

– Variable optical attenuators (C)

– Single–fiber splices (H)

– Personal Computer (E)

1) By means of the P.C. (E) preset the optical protection (ALS) to carry out manual for test
operations.

2) Set up the test circuit.

A typical connection is shown between the optical tributary#1 (ports TX1/RX1) and the SDH
Analyzer (A) through fibers (H) and two variable optical attenuators (C) and (C1) set at 10 dB.
The aggregates are looped through the optical fiber splices and a variable optical attenuator.

3) The optical attenuator on the aggregate loop must attenuate 10 dB (25 dB attenuation when
Booster unit is present).

4) Set the instrument (A) to transmit and receive an optical STM–1 signal.

5) Check that no errors or alarms are detected on SDH Analyzer (A).

6) Gradually increase the attenuation of the Optical attenuator (C1) on link between port RX1 and
TX of (A), until a 1x10–10 BER is read on the SDH Analyzer (A).

7) Disconnect the single–fiber splice from the tributary optical connector (RX1) and connect it to
the radiometer (B).

8) Press push–button (3) on the optical bitributary unit for more than 12 secs.
The operator has 90 secs. available to carry out the test.
CAUTION!! : in this way the TX laser will be ON at least 90 secs.
NOTE: press push–button (4) when testing RX2 port of optical tributary#2.

9) Check if the Rx optical power level on the Radiometer is within the sensitivity level indicated in
para. 4.2 on page 205.

If otherwise replace the optical bitributary unit.

Continue the test on all the other equipped optical bitributary units in similar way.
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ANALYZER
A RX TX
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H OPT. C1 POWER
ATT. METER B

C OPT. H
ATT.

3
4
RX1

TX1

RX2

TX2

TRIBUTARIES
CRU

9
E
Tx

Rx

H
C OPT.
ATT.

AGGREGATE POWER
SUPPLY

EQUIPMENT CONTROLLER

Figure 111. Test on receiver sensitivity for STM1 optical tributaries

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 6.5.13 STM1 Optical tributary, check on ALS functionality

• Test circuit of Figure 112. on page 301.

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– SDH Analyzer (A)

– Radiometer (B)

– Variable optical attenuators (C)

– Single–fiber splices (H)

– Personal Computer (E)

1) By means of the P.C. (E) preset the ”automatic” and ”manual” optical protections for ALS of the
Tributary units.

2) Set up the test circuit.

A typical connection is shown between the optical tributary#1 (ports TX1/RX1) and the SDH
Analyzer (A) through fibers (H) and two variable optical attenuators (C) and (C1) set at 10 dB.
The aggregates are looped through the optical fiber splices and a variable optical attenuator.

3) The optical attenuator on the aggregate loop must attenuate 10 dB (25 dB attenuation when
Booster unit is present).

4) Set the instrument (A) to transmit and receive an optical STM–1 signal.

5) Check that no errors or alarms are detected on SDH Analyzer (A).

6) Switch off the TX laser of SDH Analyzer (A).

This condition causes red LED (7) on the Equipment Controller unit to light up.

7) Disconnect the fiber from input of optical attenuator (C1) (coming from port (TX1)) and connect
it to the radiometer so as to measure the transmitted optical power.

8) Check (on radiometer) that the LASER power is null. Moreover check if a LASER–ON is
periodically attempted every approx. 180 secs. (a power within the working range will be read
on the radiometer for approx. 2 secs. : AUTOMATIC RESTART function).
If these conditions do not occur, replace the bitributary unit.

9) When the Tx optical power is null again, press push–button (3) (for less than 12 secs) on the
Bitributary unit’s front coverplate and check that a LASER–ON is attempted for approx. 2 secs.
(MANUAL RESTART function).
NOTE: press push–button (4) when testing TX2 port of every optical bitributary.
If otherwise replace the unit.

10 ) Press push–button (3) for more than 12 secs and check if a LASER–ON is attempted for
approx. 90 secs. (MANUAL RESTART FOR TEST function).
CAUTION!! : in this way the TX laser will be ON at least 90 secs.
NOTE: press push–button (4) when testing TX2 port of every optical bitributary.
If otherwise replace the unit.
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SDH
ANALYZER
A RX TX

OPT. C
H ATT. POWER
METER B

OPT.
C1 ATT. H

3
4
RX1

TX1

RX2

TX2

TRIBUTARIES
CRU

9
E
Tx

7
Rx

H
C OPT.
ATT.

AGGREGATE POWER
SUPPLY

EQUIPMENT CONTROLLER

Figure 112. Test on ALS functionality for STM1 optical tributaries

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 6.5.14 STM–4 optical Tributary, Tx optical power check

• Test circuit of Figure 113. on page 303.

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– Radiometer (B)

– Single–fiber splices (H)

– Personal Computer (E)

1) Set up the test circuit.

Insert the involved units.
Connect the optical connector (OTS4) of the STM4 tributary to the Radiometer through the
single–fiber splice (H).

2) By means of P.C. (E) set the ALS optical protection to be able to carry out manual for test
operation.

3) Press push–button (3) on the unit for more than 12 secs.

CAUTION!! : in this way the TX laser will be ON at least 90 secs.
The operator has 90 secs. available to carry out the test.

4) Switch on the radiometer and check if the Tx optical power value is within the range indicated
in para 4.2 on page 205. If otherwise replace the optical tributary unit.

Continue the test on all the other equipped STM4 optical tributary units in similar way.
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E
B

04
H

METER
POWER

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OTS4

Tx

Rx
ORS4

AGGREGATE

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3AL 36663 AA AA
Figure 113. STM–4 optical Tributary, Tx optical power check
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CRU
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 6.5.15 STM4 Optical tributary, check on receiver sensitivity

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– SDH Analyzer (A)

– Radiometer (B)

– Variable optical attenuators (C)

– Single–fiber splices (H)

– Personal Computer (E)

1) By means of the P.C. (E) preset the optical protection (ALS) to carry out manual for test
operations.

2) Set up the test circuit.

A typical connection is shown between the STM4 optical tributary and the SDH Analyzer (A)
through fibers (H) and two variable optical attenuators (C) and (C1) set at 10 dB.
The aggregates are looped through the optical fiber splices and a variable optical attenuator.

3) The optical attenuator on the aggregate loop must attenuate 10 dB (25 dB attenuation when
Booster unit is present).

4) Set the instrument (A) to transmit and receive an optical STM–4 signal.

5) Check that no errors or alarms are detected on SDH Analyzer (A).

6) Gradually increase the attenuation of the Optical attenuator (C1) on link between port ORS4
and TX of (A), until a 1x10–10 BER is read on the SDH Analyzer (A).

7) Disconnect the single–fiber splice from the tributary optical connector (ORS4) and connect it
to the radiometer (B).

8) Press push–button (3) on the optical tributary unit for more than 12 secs.
The operator has 90 secs. available to carry out the test.
CAUTION!! : in this way the TX laser will be ON at least 90 secs.

9) Check if the Rx optical power level on the Radiometer is within the sensitivity level indicated in
para. 4.2 on page 205.

If otherwise replace the optical tributary unit.

Continue the test on all the other equipped STM4 optical tributary units in similar way.
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SDH
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ANALYZER
A RX TX

H OPT. C1 POWER
ATT. METER B

C OPT. H
ATT.

ORS4

OTS4 3
TRIBUTARIES
CRU

9
E
Tx

Rx

H
C OPT.
ATT.

AGGREGATE POWER
SUPPLY

EQUIPMENT CONTROLLER

Figure 114. Test on receiver sensitivity for STM4 optical tributaries

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 6.5.16 STM4 Optical tributary, check on ALS functionality

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– SDH Analyzer (A)

– Radiometer (B)

– Variable optical attenuators (C)

– Single–fiber splices (H)

– Personal Computer (E)

1) By means of the P.C. (E) preset the ”automatic” and ”manual” optical protections for ALS of the
Tributary units.

2) Set up the test circuit.

A typical connection is shown between the STM4 optical tributary and the SDH Analyzer (A)
through fibers (H) and two variable optical attenuators (C) and (C1) set at 10 dB.
The aggregates are looped through the optical fiber splices and a variable optical attenuator.

3) The optical attenuator on the aggregate loop must attenuate 10 dB (25 dB attenuation when
Booster unit is present).

4) Set the instrument (A) to transmit and receive an optical STM–4 signal.

5) Check that no errors or alarms are detected on SDH Analyzer (A).

6) Switch off the TX laser of SDH Analyzer (A).

This condition causes red LED (7) on the Equipment Controller unit to light up.

7) Disconnect the fiber from input of optical attenuator (C1) (coming from port (OTS4)) and
connect it to the radiometer so as to measure the transmitted optical power.

8) Check (on radiometer) that the LASER power is null. Moreover check if a LASER–ON is
periodically attempted every approx. 180 secs. (a power within the working range will be read
on the radiometer for approx. 2 secs. : AUTOMATIC RESTART function).
If these conditions do not occur, replace the bitributary unit.

9) When the Tx optical power is null again, press push–button (3) (for less than 12 secs) on the
tributary unit’s front coverplate and check that a LASER–ON is attempted for approx. 2 secs.
(MANUAL RESTART function).
If otherwise replace the unit.

10 ) Press push–button (3) for more than 12 secs and check if a LASER–ON is attempted for approx.
90 secs. (MANUAL RESTART FOR TEST function).
CAUTION!! : in this way the TX laser will be ON at least 90 secs.
If otherwise replace the unit.

Continue the test on all the other equipped STM4 optical tributary units in similar way.
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SDH
ANALYZER
A RX TX

OPT. C
H ATT. POWER
METER B

OPT.
C1 ATT. H

ORS4

OTS4 3
TRIBUTARIES
CRU

9
E
Tx

7
Rx

H
C OPT.
ATT.

AGGREGATE POWER
SUPPLY

EQUIPMENT CONTROLLER

Figure 115. Test on ALS functionality for STM4 optical tributaries

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 6.5.17 Check on the 64 Kbit/s auxiliary channels

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– Pattern generator/Error detector (A)

– Shielded pair (I)

– Single–fiber splices (H)

– Variable optical attenuator (C)

– Personal Computer (E)

1) Set the test circuit .

• Through shielded pairs (I) connect the Pattern Generator/Error Detector (A) to the
”1st channel” pins of the terminal tagblock relative to the 64 Kbit/s auxiliary channels
(M96, M97).

• Connect the single–fiber splices (H) to the Tx and Rx optical connectors (5) and (4)
of the Aggregate unit.

• Connect the other ends of the single–fiber splices to the variable optical attenuator
(C) set to 10dB.

• Use the P.C. (E) to set up the required configurations

2) Transmit a 64Kbit/s signal with G703 interface through the Pattern generator.

3) Check if no error is present on the Error detector. If errors are detected, trouble–shoot the
electrical connections or replace one at a time the AUX unit and the Aggregate unit.

4) Disconnect the Pattern Generator from the ”1st 64Kbit/s channel” input and check if the AIS
signal (all ONES) is on the Error Detector. If this condition is not detected, replace the AUX unit.

5) Repeat the checks on all the other 64Kbit/s channels.

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PATTERN
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GENERATOR M96
I
ERROR M97
DETECTOR

ÇÇÇ
ÇÇÇ
ÇÇÇ

CRU

AUX

9
E Tx 5

Rx
IN
H
C OPTICAL 4
ATTENUATOR

OUT
AGGREGATE POWER
SUPPLY

EQUIPMENT CONTROLLER
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 6.5.18 Check on the V11 auxiliary channels

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– Data Tester (F)

– Shielded pair (I)

– Single–fiber splices (H)

– Variable optical attenuator (C)

– Personal Computer (E)

1) Set the test circuit.

• Through shielded pairs (I) connect the Data Tester (F) to the 1st channel pins of the terminal
tagblock assigned to auxiliary channels V11 (M97, M98).

• Connect the single–fiber splices (H) to the Tx and Rx optical connectors (5) and (4) of the
Aggregate unit.

• Connect the other ends of the single–fiber splices to the 10dB variable optical attenuator.

• Use the P.C. (E) to set up the required configurations

2) Transmit the V11 signal through the Data Tester (I) with the following value:

• PRBS signal

• bit–rate 9600 baud

• code NRZ

• pattern 29–1

• clock source INTERNAL

3) Check that no error is present on the Data Tester (I)

If otherwise, replace the AUX/EOW unit or the Aggregate unit.

4) Disconnect the Data tester transmission from the input of the 1st V11 channel and check if the
AIS signal (all ONES) is received.
If otherwise, replace the AUX/EOW unit.

5) Repeat the checks on all the other V11 channels.

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DATA I
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TESTER M97
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M98

ÇÇÇÇ
ÇÇÇÇ
ÇÇÇÇ

CRU

AUX

9
E Tx 5

Rx
IN
H
C OPTICAL 4
ATTENUATOR

OUT
AGGREGATE POWER
SUPPLY

EQUIPMENT CONTROLLER
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 6.5.19 1+1 MS Linear trail protection check

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– Pattern Generator/Error Detector (A)

– Coaxial cable (G)

– Single–filter splices (H)

– Personal Computer (E)

1) Set up the test circuit. Use P.C (E) to set up the required configurations.
Two Aggregates of the same side are looped (with attenuator fixed or variable, 10 dB) by means
fiber splices (H)
Use P.C (E) to set up the required configurations. The units inserted are specified in the Figure.

2) Preset the instrument to transmit a signal according the tributary requirements (as for the
previous chapters)

3) Check that the Error Detector has read no errors and that there are no alarm indications on the
unit concerned.

4) Disconnect the Loop on the Aggregate in service

5) After a transient condition (with AIS indication) verify that no error are present on the Error
Detector

6) Repeat the test on the other Aggregate.

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PATTERN
GENERATOR
G
ERROR
DETECTOR

ÇÇ
ÇÇ
ÇÇ
TRIBUTARIES

CRU

5 H
H

AGGREGATE 4
LOOP

AGGREGATE POWER
SUPPLY

EQUIPMENT CONTROLLER
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 6.5.20 Electrical Tributary EPS Protection Check

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– EPS N + 1

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The example shows the connection with bitrib. 1 (slot 2)

• Instruments and accessories shows on Table 23. on page 280

– Pattern Generator/Error Detector (A)

– Coaxial cables (G)

– Variable optical attenuator (C)

– Personal Computer (E)

– Fiber splices (H)

1) Set up the test circuit.

Aggregate looping is obtained through the Optical Attenuator (G) (set to a 10 dB attenuation)

Configure as required using the PC (E) (Drop/Insert tributaries)

The units concerned are specified on the figure.

2) Set instrument (A) to send a signal compliant with the Tributary concerned.

3) Check that the Error Detector reads no errors and that there is no alarm indication on the unit
involved.

4) Remove the in–service Bitributary unit and check, after a transient condition, that no errors are
read by the error detector (the stand–by unit is now operating).

5) Place back the Bitributary unit and then remove the stand–by Bitributary unit (now in service).
Check after a transient condition that no errors are read by the Error Detector.
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PATTERN
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GENERATOR
G
ERROR
DETECTOR

ÇÇ
ÇÇ
ÇÇ
CRU ÇÇ S
TRIBUTARIES P
A
R
E
SPARE
TRIBUTARY
SWITCH
UNITS

9
E Tx 5

Rx
IN
H
C OPTICAL 4
ATTENUATOR

OUT
AGGREGATE POWER
SUPPLY

EQUIPMENT CONTROLLER
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 6.5.21 CRU’s EPS Protection check

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• Frequency Counter (M)

• Personal Computer (E)

• Cable for synchronism (O)

1) Set the test circuit

• Use cable (O) to connect to the outgoing synch. point (CK OUT) on M91

• Configure the 1+1 protected CRU and the other correct selections with the P.C.

2) Check for presence of output synch. frequency

3) Remove the CRU configured to operate as Main

4) Check for the presence of a output synch. frequency after a transient condition

5) Re–insert the Main CRU

6) Remove the Spare CRU

7) Check for the presence of the output synch. frequency after a transient condition.

6.5.22 Check on External free running synchronism

• Test circuit ofFigure 120. on page317

• Instruments and accessories of Table 23. on page 280

– Frequency counter (M)

– Personal computer (E)

– Cable for synchronism (N)

1) Set the test circuit

• Through cable (N) connect the CKOUT synchronism of M91 to the frequency counter

• Use the P.C. (E) to work in the free running mode in the Equipment configurations.

2) Check the free running frequency at 2048 KHz
4.6 ppm (from 2047990.58 to 2048009.42 Hz).

3) Repeat the test on the spare CRU

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ED
04
E
M

9
COUNTER

CRU
FREQUENCY

955.100.532 D
N

M91

ÇÇ
ÇÇ

EQUIPMENT CONTROLLER

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3AL 36663 AA AA
Figure 120. Test on CRU EPS protection and external free running synchronism
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SUPPLY

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 6.5.23 Remote Alarms check

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– Optical Attenuator (C)

– Pattern Generator/Error Detector (A)

– Digital Multimeter (D)

– Coaxial Cables (G)

– 8 twisted shielded pairs (O)

– Single fiber splice (H)

– Lamp Circuit (Q), that could be consisting of a LED, connected to a –Vtest voltage
generator whose ground is common with the equipment, and a series resistance Rs,
whose value is given by: Rs=(Vtest)/10 mA; note: Vtest must not exceed –72V, and the
output current from the pin must not exceed 50 mA, further the used LED should bear a
10 mA current.

1) Set up the test circuit.

The Aggregate is looped and connected to the variable attenuator preset at 10 dB.

2) Preset the Pattern Generator to transmit a signal according to the tributary requirements (as
for the previous chapters).

3) Connect in sequence the lamp circuit (Q) to the various pin to be tested on M101 tagblock and,
operating as for Table 24. verify that the relevant alarm is present, by observing that the lamp
(Q) turns ON and by checking that the voltage measured on the Digital Multimeter (D) is in the
range 0V ÷ –2V. Note: this latter voltage must be measured between the pin and the equipment
ground.

Table 24. Remote Alarms activation

Remote
Simulation
Alarms

INT Extract one unit (in service)

URG Disconnect the Aggregate Loop

NURG Increase the attenuation with the optical attenuator

IND Transmit all ”1” with the Pattern Generator

TOR Disconnect one station battery

TAND Disconnect two station batteries

TORC Turn off one Power supply unit

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A I max. 50mA
–V test
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PATTERN O
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GENERATOR
G DIGITAL
ERROR M101 MULTIMETER
DETECTOR
D

Ç
Ç
Ç
Ç
Ç
Ç
TRIBUTARIES

CRU

9
E Tx 5

Rx
IN
H
C OPTICAL 4
ATTENUATOR

OUT
AGGREGATE POWER
SUPPLY

EQUIPMENT CONTROLLER
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 6.6 Check on the link

N.B. To test correctly refer to Chapter 2 on page 65 as regards to references made to positions (P)
and numbering (n), and to Chapter 5. on page 235 as regards to wiring.

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6.6.1 Multi–demultiplexing check on the link

• Test circuit of Figure 122. on page 321

• Instruments and accessories of Table 23. on page 280

– Pattern generator/Error detector (A)

– Distribution frame cabling (L)

The check must be made on all the tributary streams which do not transit through the equipment involved,
i.e., all the tributaries in ”terminal”configurations, and the drop/insert tributaries in add–drop
configurations.

Further on the test can also be made to check ”Cross–connection” aggregate configurations.
The functional block is indicated with ”*” in Figure Figure 122. on page 321.
In this case the Equipment is stations (2) will be SW configured to cross connect AU4 within the same side
Aggregate. Tributary loop are not important.

The example of this Figure is applicable (function–wise) to all tributaries.

1) Set up the test circuit . The tributaries are looped on the station distribution frame (2).

Connect the Pattern Generator output to the input of the 1st tributary and the input of the Error
Detector to the output of the latter using cables (L).

2) Check if the level of the connected tributary signals is coherent. If otherwise preset it.

3) Adjust the rate and level of the (A) instrument with the tributary involved.

4) Check that no optical alarm indications are present on the equipment nor errors are read on
instrument (A).

If alarms and/or errors are detected and if all the local checks have been made, the failure is
due to external causes or incoherent software setting among the equipment involved in the link.
If the local checks have not been executed, proceed according to the instructions given in para.
6.5 on page 281.

5) Repeat the checks on the other tributaries if necessary.

N.B. All the tributaries can be simultaneously tested by cascade–connecting the tributaries of
station 1, and by looping the tributaries in station 2.
For this operation use proper wiring.
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1 2

TRIBUTARY LINE LINE TRIBUTARY

DISTRIBUTION DISTRIBUTION DISTRIBUTION DISTRIBUTION
L FRAME FRAME FRAME FRAME

A 1 1

PATTERN 2 2
GENERATOR
1664–SM LINE 1664–SM
ERROR
DETECTOR

N N

MUX
DEMUX AU4

AGG. STM–16

1664 SM

Figure 122. Multi–demultiplexing tests on the link

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• Set up the test circuit Figure 123. on page 323

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• Instruments and accessories of Table 23. on page 280

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– Pattern generator/Error detector (A)

– Distribution frame cabling (L)

The check must be executed on all the streams involved in transit operations.

The example of the Figure is applicable (function–wise) to all tributaries.

This example shows the check of n–th trib. streams connected between station (1) and (3) through the
station (2) ”transits”.

To set up a real link wire as instructed below:

1) Set up the test circuit. The tributary is looped on the station distribution frame (3).
Instrument (A) is connected to the Tx side of the first tributary and to the Rx side of the latter
in station (1) through cables (L).

This link permits to check the equipment transits through station (2) connected to the other
stations through sides WEST and EAST.

2) Check if the level of the connected tributary signals is compliant.

If otherwise preset it.

3) Adjust the rate and level of the (A) instrument according to the tributaries involved.

4) Check that no optical alarm indications nor errors are read on instrument (A).

If alarms and/or errors are detected and if all the local checks have been made, the failure is
due to external causes, or to the erroneous pass–through operation. In this latter case replace
the Aggregate units. If the local checks have not been executed, proceed as indicated para. 6.5
on page 281.

5) Repeat the tests on all the other pass–through of the link.

N.B. All the pass–through can be simultaneously tested by cascade–connecting the tributaries of
station 1, and by looping the tributaries in station 3.
For this operation use proper wiring.
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FRAME DISTRIBUTION
DISTRIBUTION DISTRIBUTION FRAME DISTRIBUTION
L FRAME FRAME FRAME FRAME

A 1 1

PATTERN 2 2
GENERATOR
1664–SM LINE 1664–SM LINE 1664–SM
ERROR
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• Test circuit of Figure 124. on page 325

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• Instruments and accessories of Table 23. on page 280

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– Pattern generator/Error detector (A)

– Distribution frame cabling (L)

The example shown in the Figure is applicable to all types of tributaries and to all types of
ring–connections.

• Set up the test circuit.

• Starting from station 1 connect the Pattern Generator/Error Detector (A) to tributary 1.
Software configured the equipment in the 3 stations in order to connect trib.1 of station 1 with
trib. 1 of station 2.
This connection must be software configured with SNCP or 2F MS–SPRING, according the ring
protection planned.

• Set instrument (A) according to the tributary involved.

• Check that no optical alarm indications are present on the equipment, nor errors are read on
instrument (A).

• Disconnect, from the relevant distribution frame, the optical fiber splice between stations
1 and 2.

• After a transient period ascertain that no errors are read on instrument (A).

• Repeat the tests on all the other tributaries and with the failure simulation in all the other link.

6.6.4 Check on the EOW channel

This check must be executed on the real link after having performed all the checks previously described.

After having activated all the equipment of the link, proceed according to the instructions stated in
para.6.7.1 on page 327.The procedure is set from one of the two stations involved.

If a link cannot be set up, even though all the operations have been correctly executed, replace the
AUX/EOW unit.
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PATTERN
GENERATOR
L
ERROR
DETECTOR

TRIBUTARY
DISTRIBUTION
N 2 1 FRAME

1
1664–SM

W E
LINE
DISTRIBUTION
FRAME

LINE LINE

3 2

TRIBUTARY LINE LINE TRIBUTARY

DISTRIBUTION DISTRIBUTION DISTRIBUTION DISTRIBUTION
FRAME FRAME FRAME FRAME

1 1

2 E W 2
1664–SM 1664–SM

LINE
N N
W E
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N.B. To properly execute the test refer to Chapter 2. on page 65 which cross–refers to unit number
assignment (n).

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When the equipment operates regularly, the green LEDs (1) are ON to indicate that the Power supply units
are working.

Green LED (7) on the AUX/EOW unit is also ON to indicate engineering order–wire operation.

The following conditions can occur:

Green LED (2) ON on the Aggregate unit, Indicates unit in–service

140/STM–1 Electrical Bitributary unit, (Operative only for Aggregate :
or STM1 Optical Bitributary unit or Spare Aggregate with Led (2) OFF)
Equipment Controller.

Equipment Controller unit

Yellow LED (4) glowing indicates ”abnormal” condition,

Type: active loopbacks, forcing the unit
into service, forced ALS ON or OFF, try
to restore after ALS.

AUX/EOW unit

Yellow LED (6) ON indicates busy line

Yellow LED (6) flashing indicates reception of the selective call

Yellow LED (5) ON indicates conference call

The lighting up of other LEDs indicates malfunction conditions

By pressing push–button (11) on the Equipment Controller check that all the equipment LEDs light–up
(except (5) and (6) of the AUX/EOW or (1) of POWER SUPPLY units) without causing alarm.
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 6.7.1 Engineering Order Wire channel

The following procedure permits to set up service speech connections between two or more equipment
installed in opposite stations.
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Numerical reference concern the AUX/EOW unit ( Figure 26. on page 85 ).

• Insert the telephone handset with keypad into socket (2) on the calling equipment.

• Check if green LED (7) is ON and yellow LEDs (6) and (5) OFF.

• Hook off the telephone handset through the relative switch

• The free tone must be received.

• Press push–button ”J” (4) which seizes the line.

• Ckeck if green LED (7) goes off and yellow LED (6) lights up.

• In these conditions, a busy tone will be heard by the other parties when the telephone handset
is inserted and hooked off.

• Select the number involved on the keypad of the calling telephone handset

• The buzzer rings and the yellow LED (6) flashes in the station where the selected EOW channel
is present.

• The called party must insert and hook off the telephone handset. In this condition, the buzzer
must stop ringing.

• Both telephone handsets must be hooked on again and verify that the line has released, i.e.,
the green LED must be ON and the yellow LEDs must be off on both equipment.

• Select ”conference call” (number 00) on the keypad of the calling Telephone handset.

• The buzzer ring and the yellow led (5) is ON in all the other stations.

• In all the stations in which the operator insert and hook off the telephone handset, the buzzer
must stop ringing, yellow led (5) is OFF and yellow led (6) is ON.
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The equipment allows to update the software version according to equipment evolution.
The download software is executed with the equipment working. The operation is executed locally through

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

the Craft Terminal containing the Equipment applicative to load or remotely by means of Operation

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System.
SW download is executed both on the Equipment Controller and on the Card Controllers of the various
units.
All the relevant operations are fully detailed in the Operator’s Handbook.

6.7.3 Craft terminal–managed equipment

During the operating phase too, the Operator can utilize the application phases made available by the Craft
terminal and described in the relevant Operator’s Handbook.

Specifically:

• Administrative application allows to set–up new operator functions

• Configuration applications allows to check and modify software settings.

• The Alarms and Maintenance Memory application informs on the current and previous
equipment status.

• Performance Monitoring application allows network surveillance checking the values of errors
parameters and obtaining data on the quality of path and section.

• Remote Inventory application informs on data of the unit inserted (identification, construction
data, serial number, etc).
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 7 MAINTENANCE

ATTENTION EMC NORMS

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WHEN CARRYING OUT THE GIVEN OPERATIONS OBSERVE THE NORMS STATED IN PARA.
4.1.3 ON PAGE 30

7.1 General safety rules

The Safety Rules stated in para.3.2 on page 21 describe the operations and/or precautions to observe
to safeguard operating personnel during the working phases and to guarantee equipment safety.
Please read them with accuracy before to start every action on the equipments.

SAFETY RULES

Carefully observe the front–panel warning labels prior to working on optical

connections while the equipment is in–service.

Should it be necessary to cut off power during the maintenance phase, proceed
to switch off the power supply units as well as cut off power station upstream
(rack or station distribution frame)

SAFETY RULES

DANGER: Possibility of personal injury. Personal injury can be caused by

–48 V dc.

DANGER: Possibility of personal injury. Short circuiting, low-voltage,

low-impedance, dc circuits can cause severe arcing that can result in burns
and/or eye damage. Remove rings, watches, and other metal jewelry before
working with primary circuits. Exercise caution to avoid shorting power input
terminals.

SAFETY RULES

DANGER: Possibility of eyes damage: read carefully and strictly observe the
rules pointed out in para.3.2.4.2 on page 25.
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Maintenance consists of a set of operations which maintain or bring back the assembly to optimum
operating conditions in a very short time, with the aim of obtaining maximum operational availability.

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Maintenance is classified as:

• ROUTINE

• CORRECTIVE

7.3 Instruments and accessories

There is a local terminal (PC) which permits to display all the alarms and manages the Equipment.
The relative processing is described in the operator’s handbook.

When TMN is implemented, an Operation System displays alarms and manages all the Equipment
connected. Refer to the relevant handbooks.
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 7.4 Routine maintenance

Routine maintenance is a periodic set of measurements and checks. This maintenance discovers those
devices whose function has deteriorated with time and therefore need adjustment or replacement.
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Typically, digital equipment requires no routine maintenance.

The equipment allows to assess the quality of the connection links for SECTION and PATH on tributaries
and aggregates, by counting the errored events and obtaining performance data.

The Performance Monitoring Application, described in the Operator’s Handbook, allows this function.

7.4.1 Routine Maintenance every year

SAFETY RULES

DANGER: Possibility of personal injury. Personal injury can be caused by

–48 V dc.

DANGER: Possibility of personal injury. Short circuiting, low-voltage,

low-impedance, dc circuits can cause severe arcing that can result in burns
and/or eye damage. Remove rings, watches, and other metal jewelry before
working with primary circuits. Exercise caution to avoid shorting power input
terminals.

It is suggested to carry out the following operations yearly:

– Check that the cable (N3 rack) is perfectly safety grounded (FASTON, see para 5.3.1 on page 254).

– make sure that the subrack has been tightly fastened to the rack with screws, to guarantee grounding
(the rack is connected to the station ground).

By pressing push–button (11) on the Equipment Controller check that all the equipment LEDs light–up
(except (5) and (6) of the AUX/EOW, LED (1) of the Switch unit, LED (2) of spare Aggregate, LED (1) of
POWER SUPPLY units) without causing alarm.

7.5 Corrective maintenance (trouble/shooting)

The complete Troubleshooting description in given in the Maintenance Section of the Operator’s
Handbook.

FIXING THE UNITS (AND MODULES) INTO THE SUBRACK

(caution to avoid equipment damage)

The screw tightening torque for fixing the units (and modules, if any and if fixed by screws) into
the subrack must be:

2.8 kg x cm (0.28 Newton x m)  10 %

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7.6.1 Suggested Spare Parts

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The overall number of spares depends on Customer requirements, and should be based on the average
amount of transmission circuits available to be accounted for not only during MTBF but also during MTTR;
the latter depending on the amount of spare parts available.

The set of spare parts is inclusive of a minimum number of spares for each type of replaceable plug–in
unit (see unit list under chapter 2 on page 65)

7.6.2 General rules on spare parts management

Before storing the spare units make sure that they are working by inserting them in an operating equipment
It is suggested to periodically check those spare units have not been utilized for over a year.
If the spare parts and the equipment are stored in the same environment, make sure that the spare parts
are placed in cabinets to safeguard them from dust and damp.
Moreover, they should also be well grounded to avoid electrostatic discharges.

If the spare parts are stored in another room, or have to be moved from another place, building or site,
make sure that the following is observed:

– the spare parts must be wrapped in anti–static and padded envelopes;

– the spare parts must not touch wet surfaces or chemical agents that might demage them (e.g.
, gas);

– if during transport the temperature is lower than that of the room where they had been kept, make
sure that before using them they pass a certain period in a climatic chamber to prevent thermal
shocks and/or the possibility of steaming up.

When replacing a unit/sub–unit, make sure that the spare unit/sub–unit is set exactly as the
replaced one. For the presettings procedures see para.6.3 on page 279 .

7.6.3 Particular rules on spare parts management

Whenever some units with flash-memories are common to different kinds of equipment or to different
versions of the same type of equipment, it is possible to maintain one spare part only: this allows spare
part stock saving, even though software downloading will be necessary when the software loaded into the
unit (program part or data part) is different from that necessary in the equipment where the spare unit must
be used.
At the end of the commissioning phase or after an equipment data change, it is suggested to save the
equipment data, e.g. on floppy disk, and store this floppy disk in the spare part stock pointing out the
equipment it refers to.

7.7 Repair form

To facilitate repair operation, data on the faulty unit must be reported on the form shown in Figure 125.
on page 335.
The repair form must be filled–in with as much data as possible and returned to Alcatel together with the
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REPAIR FORM
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CUSTOMER NAME ORDER NUMBER/CONTRACT NUMBER

SITE BRANCH/UNIT/COUNTRY

SYSTEM/EQUIPMENT PRODUCT RELEASE EQUIPMENT SOFTWARE PART NUMBER

STATION/RACK SUBRACK SLOT

TO BE FILLED IN BY THE SENDER

MNEMONIC ALCATEL PART NUMBER

SERIAL NUMBER FAULTY UNIT SOFTWARE VERSION

FAULT PHASE REASON FOR REPAIR PRESUMED CAUSE

INSTALLATION / CLEAR FAULT DROP IN PERFORMANCE INTERNAL

TURN ON

LIGHTNING
OPERATION INTERMITTENT FAULT UPGRADE/QUALITY ALERT
EXTERNAL AIR COND.

MAINTENANCE TEMPERATURE FAULT OTHER

DATE NAME OF SENDER

FAULT STILL PRESENT
AFTER REPAIR

COMMENTS

PROCESSING FAULTS DETECTED

TO BE FILLED IN BY THE REPAIR OPERATOR

NO FAULTS FOUND UPGRADE SOLDERING / COMPONENT ADJUSTMENT

WIRING
A I C F–L P

STANDARD REPAIRING NOT REPAIRABLE MECHANICAL PRINTED DIRT

(REJECTED) CIRCUIT BOARD
B–D M V1 V1 V2
SUBSTITUTED
QUALITY ALERT CORROSION OTHER
I S–X V3
NOTE : LETTERS ARE FOR FACTORY USE

COMMENTS

DATE REPAIRING NUMBER REPAIRING CENTRE NAME OF REPAIR OPERATOR

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 APPENDIX A – GEMINI NETWORK

The Gemini Network comprises the following Aggregates:

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1) Aggregate TX L–16.2 RX WM6K FC/PC, code 3AL 78953 AA (411100897 T)

2) AGG.TXL16.2–RXWM6K–ENH.FC/PC, code 3AL 78953 BA (411100958 P)

As far as concern description, quantity, etc refer to the Aggregate documentation in the previous chapters.

The optical characteristics of the aforesaid Aggregate units are given in Table 25. on page 340.

The hardware setting documents (MS) are inserted in the Hardware Setting Documentation section.
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 Table 25. Parameters specified for Aggregate TX L–16.2 RX WM6K FC/PC and
AGG.TXL16.2–RXWM6K–ENH.FC/PC Optical Interfaces

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CHARACTERISTICS UNIT VALUES

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STM–16 according to G.707 and
DIGITAL SIGNAL
G.958

Nominal bit rate kbit/s 2 488 320

Application code TX (Table 1/G.957) L–16.2

Application code RX (Table 1/G.957) L–16.2 JE WDM 6400

TX operating wavelength range nm 1500–1580

TRANSMITTER AT REFERENCE POINT S

Source type SLM

Spectral characteristics

 maximum RMS width nm –

 maximum –20 dB width nm 1

 ratio minimum side mode suppression dB 30

Mean launched power

 maximum dBm +2

 minimum dBm –2

Minimum extinction ratio dB 8.2

OPTICAL PATH BETWEEN S’ AND R’

Max loss budget dB NB1

Loss limited distance Km NB1

Maximum chromatic dispersion ps/nm 6400

Dispersion limited distance Km 320

Minimum optical return loss at S’, including any con-

dB 24
nectors

Total average PMD (1th order) ps 40

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RECEIVER AT REFERENCE POINT R

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Operating wavelength range nm 1530–1561

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OSNR dB/0.1nm 19

Type of detector InGaAs APD

Mean received power @ BER=1E–12 with fiber:

 minimum (sensitivity) dBm –23
 maximum (overload) dBm –10

Maximum reflectance of receiver, measured at R dB – 27

NOTES:

N.B. 1 Attenuation range and relevant limited distance depend on system architecture.
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 UNITS DOCUMENTATION LIST

This section contains the documents sheets to refer to for unit/sub–unit hardware setting options. The list
of the enclosed documents is given in Table 27. on page 348, according to the ANV part number.
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TABLE EXPLANATION:

– UNIT IDENTIFICATION P/Ns AND CHANGE STATUS

Each unit or sub-unit is distinguished by:

• a dual Part No.:

– Factory P/N (4xx.xxx.xxx x)

– ANV P/N (xxx.xxxxx xx) (NOTE)

NOTE The last two ANV-P/N letters (in the following stated as ’suffix’) stand for a ”feasible
alternative”, they might differentiate two units eventhough still functionally
compatible. For this reason the indicated ANV P/N does not include the last two
letters.
For example : the units having P/Ns ”3AL–34065–AAAA” and ”3AL–34065–AABA”
are functionally compatible and, as regards to hardware settings, the MSxxx
document (described hereafter) 3AL–34065–AAAA-MSxxx is applicable for both.

• and by a pair of design & production series (change status):

– CS, associated to the Factory P/N (4xx.xxx.xxx x)

– ICS, associated to ANV P/N (xxx.xxxxx xx)

The following table shows an example of correspondence between ”FACTORY P/N + CS” and
”ANV P/N + ICS”

Table 26. Example of correspondence between CS and ’suffix + ICS’

N.B. The P/Ns used in this example have no correspondence with those of the actual equipment part
list!

FACTORY CODE ANV CODE

P/N CS P/N ICS

487.156.612 01 3AL 34422 AA AA 01

487.156.612 02 3AL 34422 AA AB 01

487.156.612 03 3AL 34422 AA AC 01

In this example you can see that the production series is identified only by the CS as far as the
Factory code is concerned, and by the ’suffix + ICS’ if the ANV code is referred to.

Some of the possible positions of the label indicating the unit’s P/Ns and CS–ICS are illustrated
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 – CROSS–REFERENCE

• Id. Unit alphabetical notation. It indicates the unit containing one or more subunits.

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

• App. It reports the unit notation (Id) to which the sub–unit belongs.

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The HARDWARE SETTINGS can be executed after having checked all the sub–units belonging to
a unit, by considering the above cited cross–reference, and by using the presetting documents
indicated in Table 27. page 348 and presented in the following point.

– ENCLOSED DOCUMENTS

For each type of unit or sub-unit having customizing setting options, the document

”ANV P/N”–MSxxx

is annexed to this handbook (in the case of Documentation on CD-ROM the MSxxx documents may
be given in a CD-ROM different from that containing this Technical Handbook).

The MSxxx documents are enclosed in numerical order. The Edition of the enclosed MSxxx
document is the highest available on the date on which the Technical Handbook is assembled.

Use of the document MSxxx:

• MSxxx means ”document for hardware presetting options” (the MSxxx document’s Part No.
is as that of the unit or sub-unit and its MS acronym defines type).
The xxx part of MSxxx is relevant to ANV internal identification codes.

• As the Customer may have to manage many units of the same type (same P/N) but with different
CS–ICS, the document MSxxx describes with possible different chapters the different setting
options, according to all the possible CSs–ICSs. For this purpose, a table at the beginning of
document (PREFACE) indicates the chapter to be used according to the CS or the
corresponding ’suffix + ICS’, taking into account that:

– a change of the production series does not necessarily imply a change in the setting
options;
a change of the ANV P/N suffix does not imply a new MSxxx document;
– the CS, SUFFIX and ICS must be meant as:
• from specified CS, SUFFIX or ICS (included)
• to next CS, SUFFIX or ICS (excluded) if listed
– the sequence of CSs is increasing from alphanumeric to numeric (e.g. CS=A0 is lower
than CS=01).

Each chapter contains:

– one or more tables defining the relationship between the functions achievable and the
setting options to make;
– the unit layout drawing which shows the exact location of all the setting options.

N.B. IDENTIFIES PIN 1 OF COMPONENT

The setting options described in the documents MSxxx must be used according to
3AL377470001 (962.000.022 F) MSxxx document, inserted in Table 27. on page 348, which
1AA 00014 0004 (9007) A4 – ALICE 04.10

shows the ’ON’ (closed) position of microswitches.

Those setting options that on the table are indicated by the caption For factory use only should
never be modified.

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N.B. The P/Ns used in this example have no correspondence with those of the actual equipment part
list!
not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.
All rights reserved. Passing on and copying of this
document, use and communication of its contents

Taking into account the same unit of Table 26. on page 345:

FACTORY CODE ANV CODE

P/N CS P/N ICS

487.156.612 01 3AL 34422 AAAA 01

487.156.612 02 3AL 34422 AAAB 01

487.156.612 03 3AL 34422 AAAC 01

and supposing that the setting options valid for CS=01 are equal to those for CS=02, but change
for CS=03, the table at the beginning of the document 3AL 34422 AAAA MSZZQ will be:

FACTORY P/N ANV P/N

CODICE DI FABBRICA CODICE ANV
CHAPTER
CAPITOLO FROM CS FROM SUFFIX FROM ICS
DA CS DA SUFFISSO DA ICS

1 01 ––AA 01

2 03 ––AC 01

If you have the unit identified by one of this identification data:

FACTORY CODE ANV CODE

P/N CS P/N ICS

487.156.612 01 3AL 34422 AAAA 01

487.156.612 02 3AL 34422 AAAB 01

you will use Chapter 1 of document 3AL 34422 AAAA MSZZQ

If you have the unit identified by one of this identification data:

FACTORY CODE ANV CODE

P/N CS P/N ICS

487.156.612 03 3AL 34422 AAAC 01

1AA 00014 0004 (9007) A4 – ALICE 04.10

487.156.612 04 3AL 34422 AAAD 01

you will use Chapter 2 of document 3AL 34422 AAAA MSZZQ

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The edition of the documents (listed in this table) that are physically enclosed in the handbook is
the highest available when this handbook is assembled. The edition of enclosed documents is

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

not specified in this table.

All rights reserved. Passing on and copying of this

document, use and communication of its contents
Document
ANV P/N
Id NAME App for hardware
(Factory P/N)
presetting
3AL 34007 AA––
a 140 Mbit/s Switch Module K20 –
(487.156.404 V)
3AL 34424 AA––
b 140 Mbit/s Switch Module T43 –
(487.156.614 W)
3AL 34453 AE––
c AUX/EOW UNIT –
(411.100.483 U)
3AL 34453 AF––
d AUX/EOW EXTENSION –
(411.100.484 V)
3AL 34654 AA––
e 140 Mbit/s Access Module –
(487.156.422 N)
3AL 34727 AC––
f S–16.1 N–AGGREGATE FC/PC –
(411.100.567 F)
3AL 34727 AD––
g S–16.1 N–AGGREGATE SC/PC –
(411.100.586 T)
3AL 34727 BB– –
h S–16.1AGG.64 SC/PC ENHANCED –
(411.101.012 K)
3AL 34727 BC––
i S–16.1 AGG.64 FC/PC ENHANCED –
(411.100.957 E)
3AL 34728 AC––
j L–16.1 N–AGGREGATE FC/PC –
(411.100.583 Y)
3AL 34728 AD––
k L–16.1 N–AGGREGATE SC/PC –
(411.100.587 U)
3AL 34728 BC– –
l L–16.1 AGG.64 FC/PC ENHANCED –
(411.101.009 H)
3AL 34728 BD– –
m L–16.1 AGG.64 SC/PC ENHANCED –
(411.101.013 L)
3AL 34729 AC––
n L–16.2 N–AGGREGATE FC/PC –
(411.100.568 Q)
3AL 34729 AD––
o L–16.2 N–AGGREGATE SC/PC –
(411.100.588 D)
3AL 34729 BC– –
p L–16.2 AGG.64 FC/PC ENHANCED –
(411.101.007 X)
3AL 34729 BD– –
q L–16.2 AGG.64 SC/PC ENHANCED –
(411.101.014 M)
1AA 00014 0004 (9007) A4 – ALICE 04.10

L–16.2 JE–1 N–AGGREGATE 3AL 34730 AC––

r –
FC/PC (411.100.569 R)

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ANV P/N
Id NAME App for hardware
(Factory P/N)
presetting
not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

L–16.2 JE–1 N–AGGREGATE 3AL 34730 AD––

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document, use and communication of its contents

s –
SC/PC (411.100.589 E)
L–16.2 JE1 AGG.64 FC/PC 3AL 34730 BC– –
t –
ENHANCED (411.101.008 G)
L–16.2 JE1 AGG.64 SC/PC 3AL 34730 BD– –
u –
ENHANCED (411.101.015 N)
140/155 Mb/s ELECTRICAL 3AL 34731 AA––
v –
BITRIBUTARY (411.100.299 K)
140/STM1 ELECTRICAL 3AL 34731 AB––
w –
BITRIBUTARY HPOM (411.100.740 Y)
3AL 34732 AA––
x SMEC2A –
(411.100.301 M)
3AL 34787 AA––
y ENHANCED CRU 0.37 PPM –
(411.100.306 J)
L–16.2 JE–2 N–AGGREGATE 3AL 34962 AC––
z –
FC/PC (411.100.584 Z)
L–16.2 JE–2 N–AGGREGATE 3AL 34962 AD––
aa –
SC/PC (411.100.590 B)
L–16.2 JE–2 AGG.64 FC/PC 3AL 34962 BC––
ab –
ENHANCED (411.101.010 V)
L–16.2 JE–2 AGG.64 SC/PC 3AL 34962 BD––
ac –
ENHANCED (411.101.016 P)
3AL 35808 AA––
ad ENHANCED CRU –
(411.100.363 J)
3AL 35962 AA––
ae BOOSTER +10dBm FC/PC –
(411.100.396 C)
3AL 35962 AB––
af BOOSTER +10dBm SC/PC –
(411.100.399 P)
3AL 35963 AA––
ag BOOSTER +13dBm FC/PC –
(411.100.397 D)
3AL 35963 AB––
ah BOOSTER +13dBm SC/PC –
(411.100.400 M)
3AL 35964 AA––
ai BOOSTER +15dBm FC/PC –
(411.100.398 N)
3AL 35964 AB––
aj BOOSTER +15dBm SC/PC –
(411.100.401 A)
S–1.1 OPTICAL BITRIBUTARY 3AL 35974 AA––
ak –
FC/PC (411.100.402 B)
1AA 00014 0004 (9007) A4 – ALICE 04.10

S–1.1 OPTICAL BITRIBUTARY 3AL 35974 AB––

al –
SC/PC (411.100.608 Z)

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Id NAME App for hardware
(Factory P/N)
presetting

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

S–1.1 OPTICAL BITRIBUTARY 3AL 35974 AD––

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document, use and communication of its contents
am –
FC/PC HPOM (411.100.801 B)
S–1.1 OPTICAL BITRIBUTARY 3AL 35974 AE––
an –
SC/PC HPOM (411.100.804 E)
L–1.1 OPTICAL BITRIBUTARY 3AL 35975 AA––
ao –
FC/PC (411.100.403 C)
L–1.1 OPTICAL BITRIBUTARY 3AL 35975 AB––
ap –
SC/PC (411.100.609 S)
L–1.1 OPTICAL BITRIBUTARY 3AL 35975 AD––
aq –
FC/PC HPOM (411.100.802 C)
L–1.1 OPTICAL BITRIBUTARY 3AL 35975 AE––
ar –
SC/PC HPOM (411.100.805 F)
L–1.2 OPTICAL BITRIBUTARY 3AL 35976 AA––
as –
FC/PC (411.100.404 D)
L–1.2 OPTICAL BITRIBUTARY 3AL 35976 AB––
at –
SC/PC (411.100.610 N)
L–1.2 OPTICAL BITRIBUTARY 3AL 35976 AD––
au –
FC/PC HPOM (411.100.803 D)
L–1.2 OPTICAL BITRIBUTARY 3AL 35976 AE––
av –
SC/PC HPOM (411.100.806 G)
L–16.2 JE–3 N–AGGREGATE 3AL 36258 AC– –
aw –
FC/PC (411.100.585 S)
L–16.2 JE–3 N–AGGREGATE 3AL 36258 AD– –
ax –
SC/PC (411.100.591 Y)
L–16.2 JE–3 AGG.64 FC/PC 3AL 36258 BC– –
ay –
ENHANCED (411.101.011 J)
L–16.2 JE–3 AGG.64 SC/PC 3AL 36258 BD– –
az –
ENHANCED (411.101.017 Q)
3AL 36294 AA– –
ba S4.1 OPTICAL TRIBUTARY FC/PC –
(411.100.463 F)
3AL 36294 AB– –
bb L4.1 OPTICAL TRIBUTARY FC/PC –
(411.100.465 H)
3AL 36294 AC– –
bc L4.2 OPTICAL TRIBUTARY FC/PC –
(411.100.464 G)
3AL 36294 AD– –
bd S4.1 OPTICAL TRIBUTARY SC/PC –
(411.100.540 Q)
3AL 36294 AE– –
be L4.1 OPTICAL TRIBUTARY SC/PC –
(411.100.542 E)
1AA 00014 0004 (9007) A4 – ALICE 04.10

3AL 36294 AF– –

bf L4.2 OPTICAL TRIBUTARY SC/PC –
(411.100.541 D)

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ANV P/N
Id NAME App for hardware
(Factory P/N)
presetting
not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

3AL 36635 AA––

All rights reserved. Passing on and copying of this
document, use and communication of its contents

bg BOOSTER +17dBm FC/PC –

(411.100.523 T)
3AL 36635 AB––
bh BOOSTER +17dBm SC/PC –
(411.100.524 U)
STM16 AGG. /N 192.3 SC/SPC 3AL 37631 AA– –
bi –
12800 ps (411.100.742 N)
STM16 AGG. /N 192.5 SC/SPC 3AL 37631 AB– –
bj –
12800 ps (411.100.743 P)
STM16 AGG. /N 192.7 SC/SPC 3AL 37631 AC– –
bk –
12800 ps (411.100.744 Q)
STM16 AGG. /N 192.9 SC/SPC 3AL 37631 AD– –
bl –
12800 ps (411.100.745 R)
STM16 AGG. /N 193.1 SC/SPC 3AL 37631 AE– –
bm –
12800 ps (411.100.746 J)
STM16 AGG. /N 193.3 SC/SPC 3AL 37631 AF– –
bn –
12800 ps (411.100.747 K)
STM16 AGG. /N 193.5 SC/SPC 3AL 37631 AG– –
bo –
12800 ps (411.100.748 U)
STM16 AGG. /N 193.7 SC/SPC 3AL 37631 AH– –
bp –
12800 ps (411.100.749 V)
STM16 AGG.64–194.3/12800 3AL 37631 AL– –
bq –
ENH.SC (411.100.857 A)
STM16 AGG.64–194.5/12800 3AL 37631 AM– –
br –
ENH.SC (411.100.858 K)
STM16 AGG.64–194.7/12800 3AL 37631 AN– –
bs –
ENH.SC (411.100.859 L)
STM16 AGG.64–194.9/12800 3AL 37631 AP– –
bt –
ENH.SC (411.100.860 R)
STM16 AGG.64–195.1/12800 3AL 37631 AQ– –
bu –
ENH.SC (411.100.861 E)
STM16 AGG.64–195.3/12800 3AL 37631 AR– –
bv –
ENH.SC (411.100.862 F)
STM16 AGG.64–195.5/12800 3AL 37631 AS– –
bw –
ENH.SC (411.100.863G)
STM16 AGG.64–195.7/12800 3AL 37631 AT– –
bx –
ENH.SC (411.100.864 H)
STM16 AGG.64–192.3/12800 3AL 37631 BA– –
by –
ENH.SC (411.101.018 Z)
1AA 00014 0004 (9007) A4 – ALICE 04.10

STM16 AGG.64–192.5/12800 3AL 37631 BB– –

bz –
ENH.SC (411.101.019 S)

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Id NAME App for hardware
(Factory P/N)
presetting

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

STM16 AGG.64–192.7/12800 3AL 37631 BC– –

All rights reserved. Passing on and copying of this

document, use and communication of its contents
ca –
ENH.SC (411.101.020 X)
STM16 AGG.64–192.9/12800 3AL 37631 BD– –
cb –
ENH.SC (411.101.021 L)
STM16 AGG.64–193.1/12800 3AL 37631 BE– –
cc –
ENH.SC (411.101.022 M)
STM16 AGG.64–193.3/12800 3AL 37631 BF– –
cd –
ENH.SC (411.101.023 N)
STM16 AGG.64–193.5/12800 3AL 37631 BG– –
ce –
ENH.SC (411.101.024 P)
STM16 AGG.64–193.7/12800 3AL 37631 BH– –
cf –
ENH.SC (411.101.025 Q)
STM16 AGG.64–193.7/6400 3AL 37648 AA– –
cg –
ENH.SC (411.100.751 P)
STM16 AGG.64–193.5/6400 3AL 37648 AB– –
ch –
ENH.SC (411.100.752 Q)
STM16 AGG.64–193.3/6400 3AL 37648 AC– –
ci –
ENH.SC (411.100.753 R)
STM16 AGG.64–193.1/6400 3AL 37648 AD– –
cj –
ENH.SC (411.100.754 J)
STM16 AGG.64–192.9/6400 3AL 37648 AE– –
ck –
ENH.SC (411.100.755 K)
STM16 AGG.64–192.7/6400 3AL 37648 AF– –
cl –
ENH.SC (411.100.756 L)
STM16 AGG.64–192.5/6400 3AL 37648 AG– –
cm –
ENH.SC (411.100.757 M)
STM16 AGG.64–192.3/6400 3AL 37648 AH– –
cn –
ENH.SC (411.100.758 W)
STM16 AGG.64–195.7/6400 3AL 37648 AL– –
co –
ENH.SC (411.100.759 X)
STM16 AGG.64–195.5/6400 3AL 37648 AM– –
cp –
ENH.SC (411.100.760 U)
STM16 AGG.64–195.3/6400 3AL 37648 AN– –
cq –
ENH.SC (411.100.761 R)
STM16 AGG.64–195.1/6400 3AL 37648 AP– –
cr –
ENH.SC (411.100.762 J)
STM16 AGG.64–194.9/6400 3AL 37648 AQ– –
cs –
ENH.SC (411.100.763 K)
1AA 00014 0004 (9007) A4 – ALICE 04.10

STM16 AGG.64–194.7/6400 3AL 37648 AR– –

ct –
ENH.SC (411.100.764 L)

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ANV P/N
Id NAME App for hardware
(Factory P/N)
presetting
not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

STM16 AGG.64–194.5/6400 3AL 37648 AS– –

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document, use and communication of its contents

cu –
ENH.SC (411.100.765 M)
STM16 AGG.64–194.3/6400 3AL 37648 AT– –
cv –
ENH.SC (411.100.766 N)
Aggregate TX L–16.2 RX WM6K 3AL 78953 AA––
cw –
FC/PC (411.100.897 T)
AGG.TXL16.2–RXWM6K–ENH.FC/ 3AL 78953 AB––
cx –
PC (411.100.958 P)
3AL 34055 AA–– 3AL 34055 AAAA
CARD CONTROLLER TRIB./2 y–ad–d–c
(483.100.046 H) MSZZQ

3AL 34711 AB–– 3AL 34711 ABAB

N + 1 Switching Unit 34 / 140 Mb/s
(474.156.606 R) MSZZQ

3AL 34722 AA–– 3AL 34722 AAAB

Bus Termination
(487.156.351 E) MSZZQ

3AL 34764 AA–– 3AL 34764 AAAA

Optical P.B.A. cw
(487.156.428 U) MSZZQ

3AL 34767 AA–– 3AL 34767 AAAA

Digital P.B.A. cw
(487.156.353 G) MSZZQ

3AL 34788 AA–– 3AL 34788 AAAA

Enhanced CRU 0.37ppm y–ad
(487.156.617 Z) MSZZQ

3AL 34963 AA–– 3AL 34963 AAAB

Power Supply
(478.120.804 L) MSZZQ
ae–ag–ai– 3AL 35768 AA–– 3AL 35768 AAAA
CC TRIB_Q af–ah–aj–
(483.100.118 E) MSZZQ
bg–bh
v–w–ak–
am–ao–aq
–as–au–al 3AL 35789 AA–– 3AL 35789 AAAA
CC LAP2 Q24E
–an–ap–ar (483.100.120 C) MSZZQ
–at–
av–cw
ae–ag–ai– 3AL 35972 AA–– 3AL 35972 AAAA
OFA connection af–ah–aj–
(487.156.396 U) MSZZQ
bg–bh
3AL 36010 AA–– 3AL 36010 AAAB
AND OR/3
(487.159.111 Z) MSZZQ

3AL 36068 AA–– 3AL 36068 AAAA

Switch Module 140 Mbit/s a–b–e
(487.156.430 S) MSZZQ
1AA 00014 0004 (9007) A4 – ALICE 04.10

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ANV P/N
Id NAME App for hardware
(Factory P/N)
presetting

not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

f–n–r–j–z–

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document, use and communication of its contents
aw–g–k–o
–s–aa–ax–
cg–ch–ci–
cj–ck–cl–
cm–cn–co
–cp–cq–cr
–cs–ct–cu
–cv–bi–bj–
bk–bl–bm–
bn–bo–bp 3AL 36110 AA–– 3AL 36110 AAAA
LAP QE –bq–br–bs
(483.100.134 W) MSZZQ
–bt–bu–bv
–bw–bx––
by–bz–ca–
cb–cc–cd–
ce–cf–ba–
bb–bc–bd
–be–bf–i–
h–l–m–p–
q–t–u–ab–
ac–ay–az–
cx

ba–bb–bc 3AL 36296 AA–– 3AL 36296 AAAA

STM4 TRIBUTARY
–bd–be–bf (487.156.743 F ) MSZZQ

3AL 36340 AA–– 3AL 36340 AAAA

AUX/EOW UNIT c–d
(483.100.157 D ) MSZZQ

ba–bb–bc 3AL 36433 AA–– 3AL 36433 AAAA

EXTENSION CARD
–bd–be–bf (483.100.160 L ) MSZZQ

3AL 36500 AA–– 3AL 36500 AAAA

Optical Amplifier 10dBm ae–af
(487.166.153 S) MSZZQ

3AL 36501 AA–– 3AL 36501 AAAA

Optical Amplifier 13dBm ag–ah
(487.166.154 T) MSZZQ

3AL 36502 AA–– 3AL 36502 AAAA

Optical Amplifier 15dBm ai–aj
(487.166.155 U) MSZZQ

ae–ag–ai– 3AL 36503 AA–– 3AL 36503 AAAA

Booster extension af–ah–aj–
(487.166.156 V) MSZZQ
bg–bh
3AL 36636 AA–– 3AL 36636 AAAA
Optical Amplifier 17dBm bg–bh
(487.166.163 U) MSZZQ
1AA 00014 0004 (9007) A4 – ALICE 04.10

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presetting
not permitted without written authorization from Alcatel.

z–aa–aw–
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ax–bi–bj–
bk–bl–bm–
bn–bo–bp
–bq–br–bs
–bt–bu–bv
–bw–bx– 3AL 37358 AA–– 3AL 37358 AAAA
Aggregate Power Supply by–bz–ca–
(487.156.554 S) MSZZQ
cb–cc–cd–
ce–cf–cg–
ch–ci–cj–
ck–cl–cm–
cn–co–cp–
cq–cr–cs–
ct–cu–cv
–f–g–j–k–n
–o–r–s–i–
h–l–m–p– 3AL 37412 AA–– 3AL 37412 AAAA
Aggregate Power Supply B/W
q–t–u–ab– (487.156.559 F) MSZZQ
ac–ay–az–
cx
f–n–r–j–z–
aw–g–k–o
–s–aa–ax– 3AL 37622 AA––
Digital Aggregate (ID)
bi–bj–bk– (483.100.201 J)
bl–bm–bn
–bo–bp
i–h–l–m–p
–q–t–u–ab
–ac–ay–az
–bq–br–bs 3AL 37622 AAAA
3AL 37758 AA––
–bt–bu–bv MSZZQ
–bw–bx– (483.100.219 K)
by–bz–ca– (n.b.: the
DIGITAL AGGREGATE (ID3) cb–cc–cd– association of this
ce–cf–cg– P/N with the
ch–ci–cj– MSZZQ document
ck–cl–cm–
is not a mistake)
cn–co–cp–
cq–cr–cs–
ct–cu–cv–
cx
ak–am–ao
–aq–as– 3AL 37744 AA–– 3AL 37744 AAAA
STM–1 OPTICAL BITRIBUTARY au–al–an–
(483.100.214 E) MSZZQ
ap–ar–at–
av
3AL 37747 0001 3AL 37747 0001
Microswitches ”ON” position
(962.000.022 F) MSZZQ

3AL 37975 AA––

1AA 00014 0004 (9007) A4 – ALICE 04.10

3AL 37975 AAAA

Equipment Controller SMEC2S x
(487.156.909 F) MSZZQ

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