Description

The Fiber Optic Communications circuit board provides the student with a solid foundation in the theory and practice of fiber optics and communication techniques. The eleven circuit blocks provide hands-on experimentation with several varieties of fiber optic transmission and reception.

Features & Benefits

• FACET base unit or stand-alone operation
• Interface with the 32-Bit Microprocessor module
• ST connections
• Multimode 62.5/125 cm cable
• High-speed 820 nm transmitter
• Integrated PIN photodiode and trans-impedance receiver
• Digital and analog communications channels
• Full handshake RS232 interface using time-division multiplexing (TDM) and Manchester coding
• On-board microphone and speaker
• Built-in microphone amplifier, power supply, audioamplifier and photo transmitter
• LED block

Topic Coverage

• Circuit Board Familiarization and Introduction to Fiber Optic Communications
• Scattering and Absorption Losses
• Connectors and Polishing
• Numerical Aperture and Core Area
• Bending Loss and Modal Dispersion
• Light Source
• Driver Circuit
• Source-to-Fiber Connection
• Light Detector
• Output Circuit
• Fiber Optic Test Equipment
• Optical Power Budgets
• Analog Communications
• Digital Communications (Requires the Optional 32-Bit Microprocessor Module (91017), plus these accessories: 9 V Power Supply (91730) and Adapter (31216).)
• Troubleshooting

Additionally required equipment

Optional Equipment