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ALCATEL 1626LM Rel. 1.0

TURN-ON & COMMISSIONING

F. Magistrali A. De Francisci
02C 040826
P. Ottolenghi - A. Zermani
F. Magistrali A. De Francisci
02B 040704
P. Ottolenghi - A. Zermani
F. Magistrali A. De Francisci
02A 040518
P. Ottolenghi - A. Zermani
F. Magistrali
02 040506 A. De Francisci
P. Ottolenghi - A. Zermani
F. Magistrali
01 040331 A. De Francisci
P. Ottolenghi - A. Zermani
ED DATE CHANGE NOTE APPRAISAL AUTHORITY ORIGINATOR

Rel. 1.0
1626LM TURN-ON & COMMISSIONING

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

1.1. General information ............................................................................................................................... 9
1.2. Scope .................................................................................................................................................... 9
1.3. Related document ................................................................................................................................. 9
1.4. History ................................................................................................................................................... 9
1.5. Safety, labels and norms ..................................................................................................................... 10
1.5.1. Safety Rules ............................................................................................................................... 10
1.5.2. General Rules ............................................................................................................................. 10
1.5.3. Cleaning Procedure for Optical Connectors ............................................................................... 11
1.6. List of abbreviation .............................................................................................................................. 12
1.6.1. Main acronym list ........................................................................................................................ 12
1.6.2. Symbol ........................................................................................................................................ 15
2 INITIAL TURN ON AND SETTINGS ....................................................................................................... 17
2.1. Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 17
2.2. Instruments .......................................................................................................................................... 18
2.2.1. Preset Optical Spectrum Analyzer.............................................................................................. 18
2.3. Preliminary Recommendations and Checks ....................................................................................... 19
3 TEST AND MEASUREMENT ................................................................................................................. 32
3.1. 1626LM with 1640WM (MDX based) - GREENFIELD ........................................................................ 32
3.1.1. Introduction ................................................................................................................................. 32
3.1.2. Equipment basic configurations .................................................................................................. 33
3.1.3. Line Repeater (LR) ..................................................................................................................... 34
3.1.4. Back to back configuration ......................................................................................................... 36
3.2. Local test on terminal network element with MDX board .................................................................... 37
3.2.1. Introduction ................................................................................................................................. 37
3.2.2. Visual Checks 1640 WM Network Element ................................................................................ 43
3.2.3. Visual Checks 1626 LM Network Element ................................................................................. 44
3.2.4. Operational checks 1640 WM Network Element ........................................................................ 44
3.2.5. Operational Checks 1626 LM Network Element ........................................................................ 45
3.2.6. NE SW ETSI download .............................................................................................................. 45
3.2.7. MDX 441* Main path VOA setting .............................................................................................. 49
3.2.8. Tributaries provisionning ............................................................................................................ 49
3.2.9. DCU Losses check ..................................................................................................................... 50
3.2.10. ALC output power adjustment .................................................................................................... 51
3.2.11. Span losses adjustment ............................................................................................................. 52
3.2.12. OFA output power adjustment .................................................................................................... 53
3.2.13. OFA interstage adjustment ......................................................................................................... 54
3.2.14. Stand alone stability test ............................................................................................................. 56
3.2.15. OTS Characterization ................................................................................................................. 57
3.2.16. OCH Characterization................................................................................................................. 59
3.2.17. Procedure to measure the optical power by OSM ...................................................................... 60
3.2.18. Operation Checks ....................................................................................................................... 61
3.2.19. Check Alarms OFF ..................................................................................................................... 61
3.2.20. Final check .................................................................................................................................. 61
3.3. Local test on in-line amplifier (ILA) ...................................................................................................... 62
3.3.1. Introduction ................................................................................................................................. 62
3.3.2. Visual Checks ............................................................................................................................. 64
3.3.3. Operational Checks .................................................................................................................... 65
3.3.4. NE SW ETSI download .............................................................................................................. 65
3.3.5. DCU Losses check ..................................................................................................................... 66
3.3.6. Span losses adjustment ............................................................................................................. 67
3.3.7. OFA output power adjustment .................................................................................................... 68
3.3.8. OFA interstage adjustment (Preamplifier procedure) ................................................................. 69
3.3.9. OTS Characterization ................................................................................................................. 70
3.3.10. Procedure to measure the optical power by OSM ...................................................................... 72

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 3.3.11. Check Alarms OFF ..................................................................................................................... 72
3.3.12. Final check ................................................................................................................................. 73
3.4. WADM local test ................................................................................................................................. 74
3.4.1. Introduction ................................................................................................................................. 74
3.4.2. Visual check 1640 WM Network Element .................................................................................. 76
3.4.3. Visual Checks 1626 LM Network Element ................................................................................. 76
3.4.4. Operational checks 1640 WM Network Element ....................................................................... 77
3.4.5. NE SW ETSI download .............................................................................................................. 77
3.4.6. Operational Checks 1626 LM Network Element ........................................................................ 77
3.4.7. Tributaries provisionning ............................................................................................................ 78
3.4.8. DCU Losses check ..................................................................................................................... 78
3.4.9. Span losses adjustment ............................................................................................................. 79
3.4.10. OFA output power adjustment ................................................................................................... 80
3.4.11. OFA interstage adjustment ........................................................................................................ 81
3.4.12. OTS Characterization ................................................................................................................. 83
3.4.13. OCH Characterization ................................................................................................................ 85
3.4.14. Optical power measurement by OSM ........................................................................................ 86
3.4.15. Final check ................................................................................................................................. 87
3.5. Local test on BOADM (Non Regenerator OADM element with MDX board) ...................................... 88
3.5.1. Introduction ................................................................................................................................. 88
3.5.2. Visual Checks 1640 WM Network Element ............................................................................... 89
3.5.3. Visual Checks 1626 LM Network Element ................................................................................. 90
3.5.4. Operational checks 1640 WM Network Element ....................................................................... 90
3.5.5. Operational Checks 1626 LM Network Element ........................................................................ 91
3.5.6. NE SW ETSI download .............................................................................................................. 91
3.5.7. MDX 441* Main path VOA setting .............................................................................................. 91
3.5.8. Tributaries provisionning ............................................................................................................ 93
3.5.9. DCU Losses check ..................................................................................................................... 94
3.5.10. ALC output power adjustment .................................................................................................... 95
3.5.11. Span losses adjustment ............................................................................................................. 96
3.5.12. OFA output power adjustment ................................................................................................... 97
3.5.13. OFA interstage adjustment ........................................................................................................ 98
3.5.14. Check Alarms OFF ................................................................................................................... 101
3.5.15. Final check ............................................................................................................................... 101
3.6. LINK TEST ........................................................................................................................................ 102
3.6.1. Introduction ............................................................................................................................... 102
3.6.2. Channel output power fine balancing ....................................................................................... 103
3.6.3. Link Test log, paragraph 5 ....................................................................................................... 103
3.6.4. Commissioning sequences of a greenfield with re-use of 1640WM 2.5Gb/s tributaries ......... 105
3.7. 1626LM with 1640WM - UPGRADE ................................................................................................. 106
3.7.1. Introduction ............................................................................................................................... 106
3.7.2. Upgrade sequences ................................................................................................................. 111
3.7.3. STEP 1 - OADM losses adjustment (all paths) (local test) ...................................................... 111
3.7.4. STEP 2 - New tributaries first provisionning (local test) ........................................................... 112
3.7.5. STEP 3 - ALC re-adjustment (local test) .................................................................................. 114
3.7.6. STEP 4 - MDX441 main path VOA re-setting (local test) ........................................................ 117
3.7.7. STEP 5 - All OFAs output power re-adjustment (local test) ..................................................... 118
3.7.8. STEP 6 - All OFAs inter-stage losses re-adjustment (local test) ............................................. 119
3.7.9. STEP 7 - New tributaries coarse output power tuning (link test) ............................................. 121
3.7.10. Step 8 - Channel balancing (link test) ...................................................................................... 123
3.8. 1626 with 1686WM - GREENFIELD ................................................................................................. 129
3.8.1. Introduction ............................................................................................................................... 129
3.8.2. Equipment basic configurations ............................................................................................... 129
3.8.3. Line Repeater (LR) ................................................................................................................... 131
3.8.4. Flow chart commissioning ........................................................................................................ 132
3.9. Instruments ....................................................................................................................................... 134
3.9.1. Preset Optical Spectrum Analyzer ........................................................................................... 134
3.10. Preliminary Recommendations and Checks ..................................................................................... 135
3.11. Terminal line up and checks ............................................................................................................. 137
3.11.1. Power supply alarm checks ..................................................................................................... 142
3.11.2. Power supply checks ............................................................................................................... 142
3.11.3. Configuration and SW version checks ..................................................................................... 142

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 3.11.4. Span attenuation (Terminal) ..................................................................................................... 145
3.11.5. ALC output power adjustment .................................................................................................. 147
3.11.6. Optical amplifier output power adjustment in configuration 2 - 1686 WM with 1626 LM
Mux/Demux and transponder (see Figure 38 on page 129) .................................................... 147
3.11.7. Tributaries provisioning ............................................................................................................ 148
3.11.8. Inter-stage attenuator computation........................................................................................... 149
3.11.9. Terminal checks ........................................................................................................................ 151
3.11.10. APSD check ......................................................................................................................... 156
3.11.11. Preparing Terminal A for the next NE commissioning ......................................................... 157
3.12. In line amplifier commissioning ......................................................................................................... 158
3.12.1. Power supply checks ................................................................................................................ 158
3.12.2. Configuration and SW version checks...................................................................................... 159
3.12.3. Span attenuation (ILA) .............................................................................................................. 159
3.12.4. optical amplifier output power adjustment in configuration 2 ................................................... 159
3.12.5. Interstage attenuator computation ............................................................................................ 159
3.12.6. Power supply alarm checks ...................................................................................................... 160
3.12.7. Optical level test on ILA ............................................................................................................ 160
3.12.8. APSD check.............................................................................................................................. 162
3.12.9. Preparing the ILA for the next NE commissioning .................................................................... 164
3.13. OADM repeater line up and commissioning...................................................................................... 165
3.13.1. Power supply checks ................................................................................................................ 168
3.13.2. Configuration and SW version checks...................................................................................... 168
3.13.3. Span losses adjustment ........................................................................................................... 170
3.13.4. ALC output power adjustment .................................................................................................. 170
3.13.5. Optical amplifier output power adjustment in configuration 2 - 1686 WM with 1626 LM
Mux/Demux and transponder (see Figure 38 on page 129) .................................................... 170
3.13.6. Tributaries provisioning ............................................................................................................ 171
3.13.7. OADM interstage adjustment ................................................................................................... 172
3.13.8. Power supply alarm checks ...................................................................................................... 172
3.13.9. Optical level checks .................................................................................................................. 173
3.13.10. APSD Test ............................................................................................................................ 175
3.13.11. Preparing the OADM for the next NE test ............................................................................ 176
3.14. End to end OSNR .............................................................................................................................. 177
3.14.1. Configuration 1 ......................................................................................................................... 177
3.14.2. Configuration 2 - 1686 WM with 1626 LM Mux/Demux and transponder (see
Figure 38 on page 129) ............................................................................................................ 182
3.15. OADM Commissioning ...................................................................................................................... 183
3.15.1. Configuration 1 - 1686 WM with 1626 LM transponder (see Figure 37 on page 129) ............. 183
3.15.2. Configuration 2 - 1686 WM with 1626 LM Mux/Demux and transponder (see
Figure 38 on page 129) ............................................................................................................ 185
3.16. Amplifier Output Optical Power Tuning in configuration 1 ................................................................ 186
3.17. Saturation lambda check/setting ....................................................................................................... 188
3.17.1. Configuration 1 ......................................................................................................................... 188
3.17.2. Configuration 2 ......................................................................................................................... 189
3.18. End to End commissioning ................................................................................................................ 190
3.18.1. End to End BER........................................................................................................................ 190
3.18.2. End to End Stability test ........................................................................................................... 191
3.18.3. Final checks .............................................................................................................................. 194
4 1626LM WITH 1686WM UPGRADE ..................................................................................................... 195
4.1. Introduction ........................................................................................................................................ 195
4.2. Upgrade sequences .......................................................................................................................... 196
4.2.1. Step 1 - New tributaries first provisionning ............................................................................... 196
4.2.2. Step 2 - All OFAs output power re-adjustment ......................................................................... 196
4.2.3. Step 3 - New tributaries output power tuning ........................................................................... 197
4.2.4. Step 4 – Control of total channels upgraded ............................................................................ 199
ANNEXES ...................................................................................................................................................... 201
ANNEX A AUTOMATIC POWER SHUTDOWN APSD 1686 ....................................................................... 201
ANNEX B LINK DESCRIPTION TABLE (LDT) 1686 ................................................................................... 203
ANNEX C ....................................................................................................................................................... 206
C.1. Introduction ........................................................................................................................................ 206

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 C.1.1. General architecture ................................................................................................................. 206
C.1.2. Overview .................................................................................................................................. 206
C.2. Software installation on the PC ......................................................................................................... 207
C.2.1. Driver Installation...................................................................................................................... 207
C.2.2. Application Installation ............................................................................................................. 208
C.2.3. Launching the application ........................................................................................................ 209
C.3. Rack & shelf id programmation ......................................................................................................... 210
C.3.1. Information section ................................................................................................................... 211
C.3.2. Programming section ............................................................................................................... 211
C.3.3. Status & Action section ............................................................................................................ 212
ANNEX D ....................................................................................................................................................... 213
ANNEX E ....................................................................................................................................................... 214
ANNEX F ....................................................................................................................................................... 215
ANNEX G BAND–OADM TABLE (1640WM BASED) .................................................................................. 216
ANNEX H WADM NE .................................................................................................................................... 217
ANNEX I ......................................................................................................................................................... 218
ANNEX J OSNR MEASUREMENT RECORD TABLE FOR A LINK WITH ONE BOADM ......................... 219

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LIST OF TABLES AND FIGURES

Tables

Table 1. Typical Instruments ............................................................................................................................ 18

Table 2. 1626 LM and 1686 WM interworking: allowed channels .................................................................... 22
Table 3. 1626 LM and 1640 WM interworking: allowed channels .................................................................... 26
Table 4. Typical Instruments .......................................................................................................................... 134
Table 5. DCU characteristics .......................................................................................................................... 149
Table 6. Optical power value .......................................................................................................................... 153

Figures

Figure 1. Example of WDM line........................................................................................................................ 17

Figure 2. Cabling declaration ........................................................................................................................... 19
Figure 3. 1626 LM loading plan over G.652 with 1640 WM line equipments .................................................. 29
Figure 4. 1626 LM loading plan over G.655 and tight G.652 with 1640 WM line equipments ......................... 30
Figure 5. Example of WDM line........................................................................................................................ 33
Figure 6. Line Terminal: 1626LM greenfield installation with 1640WM MDX4*–based ................................... 33
Figure 7. Example of Line Repeater configuration ........................................................................................... 34
Figure 8. 1640WM system upgrade with 1626LM transponders in low capacity OADM configuration ........... 34
Figure 9. 1640WM system upgrade with 1626LM transponders in high capacity OADM configuration .......... 35
Figure 10. Greenfield installation with a 1640WM line in back–to–back terminal configuration ...................... 36
Figure 11. Example of Terminal configuration internal optical connections ..................................................... 42
Figure 12. Stand alone stability test setup of Line Terminal (Terminal loop configuration) ............................. 56
Figure 13. OTS characterization ...................................................................................................................... 57
Figure 14. ILA loop ........................................................................................................................................... 63
Figure 15. Cabling for repeater configuration ................................................................................................... 63
Figure 16. OTS characterization ...................................................................................................................... 70
Figure 17. WADM configuration block diagram ................................................................................................ 74
Figure 18. WADM block diagram ..................................................................................................................... 75
Figure 19. Example of cabling for WADM configuration .................................................................................. 75
Figure 20. OTS characterization ...................................................................................................................... 83
Figure 21. OCH Characterization ..................................................................................................................... 85
Figure 22. Greenfield installation with a 1640WM line in high capacity non-Regenerative OADM ................. 88
Figure 23. BOADM with MDX441* ................................................................................................................... 91
Figure 24. Table of the wavelengths in the middle of the band about BMDX 1100 ......................................... 93
Figure 25. BOADM Stand alone stability test ................................................................................................. 100
Figure 26. Link with a BOADM ....................................................................................................................... 104
Figure 27. 1640 WM TCS–based with 8 channels installed, and 1626 LM: loading plan over G.652 ........... 107
Figure 28. 1640 WM TCS–based with 8 channels installed, and 1626 LM: loading plan over G.652 ........... 107
Figure 29. 1640 WM MDX–based with 8 channels installed, and 1626 LM: loading plan over G.652 .......... 108
Figure 30. Upgrade of the 1640WM based on TCS401 in line terminal configuration ................................... 109
Figure 31. Upgrade of the 1640WM based on MDX in line terminal configuration ........................................ 109
Figure 32. 1640WM system upgrade with 1626LM transponders in WADM configuration ........................... 110
Figure 33. 1640WM system upgrade ............................................................................................................. 110
Figure 34. Link with a 1640 WM OADM (Non regenerative Back to Back Terminal...................................... 124
Figure 35. Link with a 1626 LM BOADM ........................................................................................................ 127
Figure 36. Example of WDM line.................................................................................................................... 129
Figure 37. 1686WM system greenfield with 1626LM transponders in Line Terminal configuration
(CONFIGURATION 1) ................................................................................................................... 130
Figure 38. 1686WM system greenfield with the 1626LM mux/demux scheme LT configuration
(CONFIGURATION 2) ................................................................................................................... 130
Figure 39. Line Repeater configuration .......................................................................................................... 131
Figure 40. 1686WM system greenfield with 1626LM transponders in low capacity OADM configuration ..... 131

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Figure 41. Preset “DCC_AUX” board ............................................................................................................ 136
Figure 42. Preset “OXA” board ...................................................................................................................... 136
Figure 43. A possible configuration of 16 channels Terminal Master Shelf Optical access point and
1626LM TRBD shelf (configuration 1) ........................................................................................... 139
Figure 44. A possible configuration of 48 channels Terminal Master Shelf Optical access point and
1626LM shelves (configuration 2) ................................................................................................. 141
Figure 45. Real Span losses .......................................................................................................................... 145
Figure 46. Place of A4 attenuator for span loss adjustment .......................................................................... 146
Figure 47. Two samples of Terminal Line Up Block Diagram ....................................................................... 151
Figure 48. ILA Shelf Optical access point ...................................................................................................... 158
Figure 49. ILA Block Diagram ........................................................................................................................ 161
Figure 50. 1686WM system greenfield with 1626LM transponders in low capacity OADM configuration .... 165
Figure 51. 4 channel OADM Master Shelf Optical access point.................................................................... 166
Figure 52. 8 channel OADM Master Shelf Optical access point.................................................................... 167
Figure 53. OADM Repeater with TRBD block diagram if it is maintained the attenuator between TRBD
on user side is 3dB ........................................................................................................................ 174
Figure 54. End to End OSNR measurement system set up .......................................................................... 178
Figure 55. TRBD1111 power level configuration ........................................................................................... 179
Figure 56. 10 Gb power level configuration ................................................................................................... 179
Figure 57. Amplifier output power setting selection ....................................................................................... 187
Figure 58. Amplifier output power setting ...................................................................................................... 187
Figure 59. Expansion board: output power reference Setting /Measurement selection ................................ 188
Figure 60. Expansion board: output power reference measures................................................................... 188
Figure 61. Expansion board: output power reference level setting ............................................................... 189
Figure 62. BER & Stability test measurement System setup – 16 channel configuration ............................. 192
Figure 63. BER & Stability test measurement System setup – 32 channel configuration ............................. 193
Figure 64. 1686 WM upgrade (in blue band) loading plan (configuration 2) ................................................. 195
Figure 65. Cable break in a Link with ILA only .............................................................................................. 201
Figure 66. Cable break in a Link with one OADM.......................................................................................... 202
Figure 67. Cable break in a Link with two OADM .......................................................................................... 202

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1 HANDBOOK GUIDE

1.1. General information

The current procedure defines the commissioning modality for the 1626LM equipment.

Particular attention is given to the fact that each component utilized on the links is tested at the Factory’s
Final Acceptance dept. during the system test phase.

The real conditions of the plant are simulated during this phase, i.e., the line is a real suitably long Optical
Fiber line and the equipment is configured according to customer requirements and to the Link Description
Table (LDT) supplied by the Link designers.

The documentation of the tests carried out during the system test phase is provided with the equipment
(TRS+LDT).

All the measurements necessarily executed to correctly insert the equipment into the network are repeated
on site. To this concern, reference is made to the results of the factory tests carried out on the system.

1.2. Scope
The scope of the following operating procedure concerns the tests carried out on the standard configured
equipment belonging to the 1626LM - R1.0. Considering the different types of configurations concerned, the
tests will be based on the current configuration.

Measurements are carried out in normal environmental and power supply operating conditions.

During the test period, the equipment must always be ON.

1.3. Related document

DOCUMENT TYPE PART NUMBER

TECHNICAL HANDBOOK 3AL 94720 AAAA

OPERATOR HANDBOOK 3AL 94720 BAAA

1.4. History

ISSUE DATE CHANGE NOTE

01 040331 First edition
02 040506 - Upgrade guidelines for 1626LM R1.0 M
- Update in 1686WM 1626LM upgrade procedure
- Tables for allowed/forbidden channels
- Tables for loading plan examples
- New values and parameters in the procedures
02A 040518 - Configuration on the Shelf Identification
- Board Configuration
02B 040704 - Bug fix in all the procedure
02C 040826 - Update in 1686WM 1626LM procedure

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1.5. Safety, labels and norms

ATTENTION EMC NORMS

WHEN CARRYING OUT THE GIVEN OPERATIONS OBSERVE THE NORMS STATED IN THE
HANDBOOK GUIDE SECTION OF THE TECHNICAL HANDBOOK

1.5.1. Safety Rules

The Safety Rules describe the operations and/or precautions to observe to safeguard operating personnel
during the working phases and to guarantee equipment safety.
Please read them properly before starting each action on the equipment.

SAFETY RULES

Carefully observe the front-panel warning labels prior to working on

the optical connections while the equipment is in-service.

1.5.2. General Rules

• Check that the equipment is operating with all the shields properly positioned (dummy covers, ESD
connector protections, etc.)

• Carefully observe the front-panel warning labels prior to working on optical connections while the
equipment is in-service

• To reduce the risk of damaging the electrostatic sensitive devices, it is mandatory to use the elasticised
band (worn around the wrist) and the coiled cord connected to the rack ground when having to touch
the equipment.

• All measures must be done at the ODF/DDF points (ODF= Optical Distribution Frame, DDF= Digital
Distribution Frame).

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 screw-fastened) into the
subrack must be:

2.8 kg x cm (0.28 Newton x m) ± 10 %

Exceeding this value may result in screw breaking.

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1.5.3. Cleaning Procedure for Optical Connectors

A very accurate cleaning of the surface of the connectors used for the measurements is mandatory
for avoiding any equipment performance degradation due to excessive power loss in the connection.

SAFETY RULES

The purpose of this procedure is to give rules for accurate cleaning of connectors.
DANGER: Possibility of personal injury. DO NOT LOOK INTO FIBER–OPTIC
CONNECTOR ON OPTICAL MODULES. Laser radiation is present when fiber–optic connector is open and
optical module is installed. Laser infrared radiation is not visible to the naked eye or with laser safety glasses.

Cleaning equipment

- Optical Fiber Connector Cleaner (CLETOP REEL TYPE A - NTT International).

- Fiber optic scope with MPX cleans adapter (AMP Inspection Microscope).

- ACT01 Adapter cleaning tips.

- Cleaner/degreaser 1610-50pk (TechSpray).

1) Procedure Cleaning of Optical Connectors

- Verify with the scope the cleanness of the surface of each fiber.

- Clean the connector with the Optical Fiber Connector Cleaner.

- Move the fiber surface on the connector cleaner only in one direction.

- After each cleaning action inspect again with the scope the cleanness of the surface.

- By heavy pollution use the cleaner/degreaser

- Finish cleaning until there are no pollution (black points) any more on the fiber surface.

2) Cleaning of the connectors of the optical amplifiers and of the backplane

- Clean the connector with the Adapter cleaning tips

- Put the tips in each connector and turn around the tips a number of time

- Finish cleaning.

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1.6. List of abbreviation

1.6.1. Main acronym list

AC Abnormal Condition
ACO Alarm Cut Off
A/D Add and Drop functionality
ADC Analogic to digital conversion
ADM Add and Drop Multiplex
AFI Authority and Format Identifier
AIS Alarm Indication Signal
ALC Automatic Laser Control
ALS Automatic Laser Shutdown
APS Automatic Protection switching
APSD Automatic Power ShutDown
AS Alarm Surveillance
ASAP Alarm Severity Assignment Profile
AS&C Alarm Status and Control
ASIC Application Specific Integrated Circuit
AT ATtended Alarm
ATTD ATtended (Alarm storing)
AU Administrative Unit
AUI Attachment Unit Interface for LAN connection
BER Bit Error Rate
BOL Beginning of Life
BPF Basic Process Function
CD–ROM Compact Disk Read Only Memory
Ch Channel
CID Card IDentifier
CLEI Common Language Equipment Identification
CPE Costumer Premises Equipment
CSF Communication Subsystem Failure
CT Craft Terminal
DA Distant Alarm
DB DataBase
DC_DC DC/DC Converter
DCN Data Communication network
DCU Dispersion Compensating Unit
DL Download
DMUX Demultiplexing
DTMF Dual Tone Modulation FrequencyDTV (Decision Threshold voltage)
DTV Decision Threshold voltage
DV Digital Video
DWDM Dense Wavelength Division Multiplex
EC Equipment Controller
ECC Embedded Channel Communication
ECID Enhanced Card IDentifier
ECT Equipment Craft Terminal
ECC Embedded Channel Communication
EEPROM Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory
EGND Earth Connection
EMC Electromagnetic compatibility

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EMI Electromagnetic Interference
EML Equipment Management Layer
EOL End Of Life
EOW Engineering Order Wire
EPLD Erasable Programmable Logical Device
EQT Equipment
ESC Equipment and Shelf Controller
ESD Electrostatic Discharges
ETSI European Telecommunication Standard Institute
EXP Expansion
FC Fiber Channel
FDI Forward Defect Indication
FPGA Field Programmable Gate Array
Gbit/s Giga bit per second
GMAU Generic Media Attachment Unit
GOSIP Government Open System Interconnection Profile
HDLC High Level Data Link Control
HDBK Handbook
HK House Keeping
HW HardWare
HWF HardWare Failure
IEC International Electrotechnical Commission
I/F Interface
ILOS Input Loss Of Signal
IND INDeterminate
I/O Input/Output
IP Internet Protocol
ISO International Standard Organization
ISPB Intra Shelf Parallel Bus
ISSB Intra Shelf Serial Bus
IT Inter–stage
ITU_T International Telecommunication Union –Telecommunication
JRE Java Runtime Environment
LAN Local Area Network
LAPD Link Access Protocol D
LB Long Band
LOC Loss Of Clock
LOS Loss Of Signal
LED Light Emitting Diode
LSD Laser ShutDown
LT Line Terminal
MAC Medium Access Control
MAU Media Attachment Unit
MCC Multi Channel Card
MMF Multi Mode Fiber
MS Multiplex Section
NE Network Element
NDC Negative Dispersion Chromatic
NES Network Element Synthesis
NML Network Management Layer
NMS Network Management System
NNI Node Network Interface
NSAP Network Service Access Point
NTP Network Time Protocol
NURG Not URGent

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OAC Optical Amplifier Card
OADM Optical Add and Drop Multiplexer
OBC On Board Controller
OCH Optical Channel
OCHA Optical Channel Adaptation
ODF Optical Distributor Frame
ODU Optical channel Data Unit
OGPI Optical Generic Physical Interface
OMDX Optical Multiplexer and Demultiplexer
OMS Optical Multiplex Section
OMSA Optical Multiplex Section Adaptation
OPC Optical Protection Card
OS Operation System
OSC Optical Supervisory Channel
OSMC Optical Spectrum Monitoring Control
OSNR Optical Signal Noise Ratio
OSPI Optical Generic Physical Interface
OTN Optical Transport Network
OTS Optical Transmission Section
OTU Optical channel Transport Unit
PC Personal Computer
PCB Printed Circuit Board
PDH Plesiochronous Digital Hierarchy
PDU Power Distribution Unit
PI Physical Interface
PM Performance Monitoring
PSC Power Supply Card
Q3 Interface with Protocol Q3
QECC Interface with Q protocol for Embedded Control Channel
QoS Quality of Service
RAM Random Access Memory
RAI Remote Alarm Interface cart
RDI Remote Defect Indication
RECT REmote Craft Terminal
RI Remote Inventory
RUM Replaceable Unit Missing
RUP Replaceable Unit Problem
RUTM Replaceable Unit Type Mismatch
RX Receiver
SB short Band
SC Shelf Controller
SCP Serial Communication Problem
SD ShutDown
SDH Synchronous Digital Hierarchy
SFF Small Form Factor
SFP Small Form Factor Pluggable
SMF Single Mode Fiber
SNCP Sub–Network Connection Protection
SPI Serial Peripheral Interface
SPVF SuPerVision Filter
SPVM SuPerVision Module
SSF Server Signal Failure
SW SoftWare
SWDL SoftWare DownLoad
SWP SoftWare Product

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TCA Threshold Crossed Alarm
TRU Top Rack Unit
TCP/IP Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol
TMN Telecommunication Management Network
TP Termination Point
TPD Transponder
TRU Top Rack Unit
TTP Trail Termination Point
TX Transmitter
UEP Unequipped Equipment Present
UIC User Interface Card
UNI User Network Interface
URG URGent
USM User Service Manager
VOA Variable Optical Attenuator
WDM Wavelength Division Multiplexing

1.6.2. Symbol

In order to simplify the description, some symbols have been used in describing actions.

The table below shows symbols and relevant meaning.

Symbols used Meaning

 Action

 Check/Verify

CT  On Craft Terminal Select

 Select

 On Patter Generator/Error Detector (Instrument) Operation

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2 INITIAL TURN ON AND SETTINGS

2.1. Introduction
The features of the 1626LM Rel. 1.0 permit the following installation perform.

In–service upgrade of already installed DWDM links by means of 1626LM transponders only or both
transponders and mux/demux, providing the evolution path for terrestrial 1686 WM/1640 WM.

New systems installation (greenfield) using, in Rel.1.0, the 1626LM transponders and mux/demux together
with the 1640WM or 1686WM line transmission equipment (line amplifiers, line supervision and last
multiplexing stage).

The 1626LM design, allows the following basic configurations of the equipment:

- line terminal (LT)

- line repeater (LR)
- High / low capacity Optical Add and Drop Multiplexer (OADM) repeater (OR)
- Back–to–back terminal (BT).

LT LR Low High capacity OR LT

1 capacity 1
MUX/DEMUX

MUX/DEMUX
OR

MUX/DEMUX

MUX/DEMUX
B&W B&W
SCHEME

SCHEME
Client Client
signals signals

N N
OADM

Terminal A Terminal B

UP TO 8 PER
DIRECTION CAN BE UP TO 100% OF THE TRAFFIC
ADDED/DROPPED CAN BE ADDED/DROPPED

Figure 1. Example of WDM line

As in current release the 1626LM is not a stand–alone NE, it is necessary taking into account that the
following paragraphs refer to:

– 1640WM and 1686WM existing links upgrade with 1626LM mux/demux scheme and/or transponders
– 1626LM Rel.1.0 new (greenfield) installations with 1640WM and 1686WM boards.

Then, from commissioning point of view in the current release, we consider the following conditions:

Link Feature Configuration

1626 with 1640WM (TCS board) Upgrade Line Terminal
High/Low capacity OADM
Greenfield NO FORESEEN
1626 with 1640WM (MDX board) Upgrade Line Terminal
High/Low capacity OADM
Greenfield Line Terminal
High/Low capacity OADM
1626 with 1686WM Upgrade Line Terminal
High/Low capacity OADM
Greenfield Line Terminal
High/Low capacity OADM

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2.2. Instruments
To perform checks and measurements ALCATEL uses instruments specific for the test operation, including
Personal Computers and application programs.

At the end of the test procedure, a document will be issued reporting all the data related to commissioning.

Table 1. Typical Instruments

Instrument Main characteristic

Optical Power Meter (OPM) Pin  +25 dBm

Optical Spectrum Analyzer (OSA) WDM Features, ITU -T G / 692 Channel spacing

PDH/SDH Pattern Generator/Receiver STM1 / STM4 / STM 16/STM64 Optical Interface

Multi laser Generator ITU -T G / 692 Channel Spacing

OTDR Able to measure span attenuation till 40dBm

N.2 x 1/16 Optical Splitter

1/ 2 Optical Splitter

G703/ V11 Pattern Generator/Receiver

Digital Multimeter

Personal Computer Windows XP, Windows 2000, 256 MB RAM

Optical Fiber cleaning set

Record in Terminal Test Log, tab. 1.

2.2.1. Preset Optical Spectrum Analyzer

Configuration parameter :  start : 1530 nm  stop : 1562 nm Res. : 0.1 nm

VBW : 100 Hz Avr : off

Smplg : 1001

Scale : 5 or10 dB ref. level : auto Att. : off

 : 0.35 nm Value in vacuum

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2.3. Preliminary Recommendations and Checks
Whatever the type of equipment (e.g., Terminal, ILA, etc.) it is always recommended to check the following
list, before turning on the equipment and starting off commissioning:

 check for Factory TRS availability

 check for Link Description Table (LDT) availability

 check for plant documentation availability

 check for NE Addresses availability

 check for correct connection to the power supply distribution system, to the grounding system, and the
correct arrangement of the circuit breakers

 check for LAN connection and termination between Master and Slave shelves (if any)

 check for correct connection between the equipment and the distribution frames (Optical fibers, Data
Channel, Alarms, and Housekeeping), if any

 check that the optical fibers are properly arranged inside the rack

 before doing any optical measurement, clean the optical connector, and leave the equipment switched
on for at least two hours.

The above checks must be always done before starting any test or measurement on the equipment.

Important:

For RM and APA (Automatic Power Adjustment) it is mandatory you have to perform a correct “cabling
declaration” of the boards 1626LM (TRBD, CMDX, BMDX) when you implement the tributaries provisioning.
Refer to Operator Handbook.

TRBD CMDX BMDX

Cabling declaration

Figure 2. Cabling declaration

Below, the tables about allowed/forbidden channels between 1626LM with 1640WM and 1626LM with
1686WM.

- About installation for Foglamp see Annex C on page 206.

- About pin out connection between ESCT 1000 and RS232 to enter in EC or SC, see Annex D on page
213.

- About fast download software with SBDL, see Annex E on page 214.

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Board configuration

 Board switch setting

ESCT1000:

- Normal position : switch 1 : OFF or OPEN (down), switch 2 : OFF or OPEN (down).

- Reset database and backup position : switch 1 : ON or CLOSED (up), switch 2 : OFF or OPEN (down).

- Reset database position : switch 1 : OFF or OPEN (down), switch 2 : ON or CLOSED (up).

CMDX1010

Switch 1 : ON or CLOSED (up), switch 2 : OFF or OPEN (down), switch 3 : OFF or OPEN (down), switch 4 :
OFF or OPEN (down).

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 Table 2. 1626 LM and 1686 WM interworking: allowed channels

LEGENDA:

– X on white background means allowed channels that can be multiplexed in the aggregate signal

– X (A/D) on white background indicates the channels multiplexed in the aggregate signal that can be
added/dropped by means of the OADM4/8 board or left in pass–through

– empty cell on grey background means forbidden/empty channels

– Guard band on grey background means forbidden channels due to ALC using.

Frequency Omdx Omdx16 Omdx16 blue Omdx16 blue Omdx16 red Omdx16 red
(THz) / wave- 16 red red+Bmdx/ +Bmdx/Cmdx +Bmdx/Cmdx (Oadm8, ex1)+ (Oadm8, ex2)+
lenght (nm) &blue Cmdx (1925OFA) (1926OFA) Bmdx/Cmdx Bmdx/Cmdx

195.90/1530.33 X X X
B 195.85/1530.72 X X X
A 195.80/1531.11 X X X X X X
N 195.75/1531.50 X X X
D 195.70/1531.90 X X X X X X
195.65/1532.29 X X X
1 195.60/1532.68 X X X X X X
195.55/1533.07 X X X B

195.50/1533.46 X X X X X X L

B 195.45/1533.86 X X X U

A 195.40/1534.25 E
X X X X X X
N 195.35/1534.64 X X X
D 195.30/1535.03 B
X X X X X X
A
195.25/1535.43 X X X
2 195.20/1535.82 N
X X X X X X
D
195.15/1536.21 X X X
195.10/1536.61 X X X X X X
B 195.05/1537.00 X X
A 195.00/1537.39 X X X X X X (A/D)
N 194.95/1537.79 X
D 194.90/1538.18 X X X X X (A/D) X
194.85/1538.58 X
3 194.80/1538.97 X X X X X X (A/D)
194.75/1539.37 X

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 Frequency Omdx Omdx16 Omdx16 blue Omdx16 blue Omdx16 red Omdx16 red
(THz) / wave- 16 red red+Bmdx/ +Bmdx/Cmdx +Bmdx/Cmdx (Oadm8, ex1)+ (Oadm8, ex2)+
lenght (nm) &blue Cmdx (1925OFA) (1926OFA) Bmdx/Cmdx Bmdx/Cmdx

194.70/1539.76 X X X X X (A/D) X
B 194.65/1540.16 X
A 194.60/1540.55 X X X X X X (A/D)
N 194.55/1540.95 X B
D 194.50/1541.35 X X X X X (A/D) X L

194.45/1541.74 X U
4 194.40/1542.14 X X X X X X (A/D) E

194.35/1542.54 X
194.30/1542.93 X (X) X X X (A/D) (X) B

B 194.25/1543.33 GUARD BAND A

A 194.20/1543.73 N
GUARD BAND
N 194.15/1544.13 D
GUARD BAND
D 194.10/1544.52 GUARD BAND
194.05/1544.92 GUARD BAND
5 194.00/1545.32 GUARD BAND
193.95/1545.72 GUARD BAND
193.90/1546.12 GUARD BAND
B 193.85/1546.52 GUARD BAND
A 193.80/1546.91 GUARD BAND
N 193.75/1547.31 GUARD BAND
D 193.70/1547.71 X X X X X (A/D) X R

193.65/1548.11 X X E
6 193.60/1548.51 X X X X X X (A/D) D

193.55/1548.91 X X
193.50/1549.31 X X X X X (A/D) X B

B 193.45/1549.71 X X A

A 193.40/1550.11 X X X X X X (A/D) N

N 193.35/1550.51 D
X X
D 193.30/1550.92 X X X X X (A/D) X
193.25/1551.32 X X
7 193.20/1551.72 X X X X X X (A/D)
193.15/1552.12 X X

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 Frequency Omdx Omdx16 Omdx16 blue Omdx16 blue Omdx16 red Omdx16 red
(THz) / wave- 16 red red+Bmdx/ +Bmdx/Cmdx +Bmdx/Cmdx (Oadm8, ex1)+ (Oadm8, ex2)+
lenght (nm) &blue Cmdx (1925OFA) (1926OFA) Bmdx/Cmdx Bmdx/Cmdx

193.10/1552.52 X X X X X (A/D) X
B 193.05/1552.92 X X
A 193.00/1553.33 X X X X X X (A/D)
N 192.95/1553.73 X X
D 192.90/1554.13 X X X X X X
192.85/1554.53 X X
8 192.80/1554.94 X X X X X X
192.75/1555.34 X X
192.70/1555.74 X X X X X X
B 192.65/1556.15 X X
A 192.60/1556.55 R
X X X X X X
N 192.55/1556.96 E
X X
D 192.50/1557.36 D
X X X X X X
192.45/1557.77 X X
9 192.40/1558.17 B
X X X X X X
A
192.35/1558.58 X X
N
192.30/1558.98 X X X X X X
B 192.25/1559.39 X X
A 192.20/1559.79 X X X X X X
N 192.15/1560.20 X X
D 192.10/1560.60 X
X (China) X X X (China) X (China)
(China)
192.05/1561.01 X
1
0 192.00/1561.42 X
191.95/1561.82 X
MAXIMUM 32chs 49 chs 49 chs 52 chs 42 (41) chs 41 (40) chs
CAPACITY 16+16 33+16 33+16 36+16 26 (25)+16 25 (24)+16

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Notes of Table 2 on page 22.

In the "Omdx 16 red & blue" column are shown the 32 channels on a 100 GHz grid, multiplexed by two
OMDX16 boards (one board in red band and the other in blue band) in Line Terminal configuration

In the "Omdx16 red+Bmdx/Cmdx" column are shown

- the 33 chs in blue band (or 32 because Ch 194.3 is allowed but not recommended as requires the
CMDX Band 4 with only one wavelength), 50 GHz spaced, multiplexed by the 1626 LM multiplexing
scheme (BMDX and CMDX based)

- the 16 chs in red band, 100 GHz spaced, multiplexed by the 1686 WM multiplexing scheme – OMDX16
based

for a 49 (48) channels total capacity in Line Terminal configuration

In the "Omdx16 blue +Bmdx/Cmdx (1925OFA)" column are shown

– the 33 chs in red band, 50 GHz spaced, multiplexed by the 1626 LM–BMDX and CMDX boards

– the 16 chs in blue band, 100 GHz spaced, multiplexed by the 1686 WM–OMDX16

for a 49 channels total capacity in Line Terminal configuration, with the 1686 WM – 1925 OFA using

In the "Omdx16 blue +Bmdx/Cmdx (1926OFA)" column are shown

– the 36 chs in red band, 50 GHz spaced, multiplexed by the 1626 LM–BMDX and CMDX boards

– the 16 chs in blue band, 100 GHz spaced, multiplexed by the 1686 WM–OMDX16

for a 52 channels total capacity in Line Terminal configuration, with the 1686 WM – 1926 OFA using

In the last two columns are shown the allowed channels, in case a OADM8 board (able to add/drop up to
eight channels to/from the aggregate signal) is used, on a structure built on

– a 1626 LM multiplexing scheme, BMDX and CMDX based, providing 26 chs at 50 GHz in blue band (or
25 because Ch 194.3 is allowed but not reccomended as requires the CMDX Band 4 with only one
wavelength)

– a 1686 WM–OMDX16 based multiplexing scheme, providing 16 chs in red band, 100 GHz spaced

for a 42 (41) channels total capacity (7 th column) or a 41 (40) channels total capacity (8 th column).

The 8 chs with X (A/D) marking, indicate the added/dropped channels by the 1686 WM–OMDX8 board.

Note that the four A/D chs in blue band inhibite the (50 GHz) adjacent channels (due to the OADM8 board
filter) while the A/D chs in red band do not inhibite any channel because this band is filled at 100 GHz.

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 Table 3. 1626 LM and 1640 WM interworking: allowed channels

LEGENDA:

– X on white background means allowed channels that can be multiplexed in the aggregate signal

– X (only as A/D) on white background indicates the channels multiplexed in the aggregate signal that
can be only in add/drop

– N/A cell on grey background means forbidden channels (depending on BMDX1100 using)

– Guard band and ALC on grey background means forbidden channels due to ALC using.

Frequency (THz) LT configuration LT configuration TCS w/ Band MDX w/ Band

/wavelenght (nm) w/ TCS + w/ MDX+ OADM OADM
BMDX1000 BMDX1000 (BMDX1100) (BMDX1100)
195.90/1530.33 X X N/A N/A
195.85/1530.72 X X X X
B 195.80/1531.11 X X X X
A 195.75/1531.50 X X X X
N 195.70/1531.90 X X X X
D 195.65/1532.29 X X X X
1 195.60/1532.68 X X X X
195.55/1533.07 X X X X
195.50/1533.46 X X N/A N/A B

195.45/1533.86 X X X X L

B U
195.40/1534.25 X X X X
A E
195.35/1534.64 X X X X
N 195.30/1535.03 X X X X
D B
195.25/1535.43 X X X X
2 A
195.20/1535.82 X X X X
N
195.15/1536.21 X X X X
D
195.10/1536.61 X X N/A N/A
195.05/1537.00 X X X X
B 195.00/1537.39 X X X X
A 194.95/1537.79 X X X X
N 194.90/1538.18 X X X X
D 194.85/1538.58 X X X X
3 194.80/1538.97 X X X X
194.75/1539.37 X X X X

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 Frequency (THz) LT configuration LT configuration TCS w/ Band MDX w/ Band
/wavelenght (nm) w/ TCS + w/ MDX+ OADM OADM
BMDX1000 BMDX1000 (BMDX1100) (BMDX1100)
194.70/1539.76 X X N/A N/A
194.65/1540.16 X X X X
B 194.60/1540.55 X X X X
A 194.55/1540.95 X X X X
N 194.50/1541.35 X X X X B
D 194.45/1541.74 X X X X L
4 194.40/1542.14 X X X X U

194.35/1542.54 X X X X E

194.30/1542.93 X X N/A N/A

194.25/1543.33 X X GUARD BAND GUARD BAND B

B A
194.20/1543.73 X X GUARD BAND GUARD BAND
A N
194.15/1544.13 X X GUARD BAND GUARD BAND
N D
194.10/1544.52 X X GUARD BAND GUARD BAND
D 194.05/1544.92 X X GUARD BAND GUARD BAND
5 194.00/1545.32 X X ALC ALC
193.95/1545.72 X X GUARD BAND GUARD BAND
193.90/1546.12 X X N/A N/A
193.85/1546.52 X X GUARD BAND GUARD BAND
B 193.80/1546.91 X X GUARD BAND GUARD BAND
A 193.75/1547.31 X X GUARD BAND GUARD BAND
N 193.70/1547.71 X X X (only as A/D) X (only as A/D) R
D 193.65/1548.11 X X X (only as A/D) X (only as A/D) E
6 193.60/1548.51 X X X (only as A/D) X (only as A/D) D
193.55/1548.91 X X X (only as A/D) X (only as A/D)
193.50/1549.31 X X N/A N/A B

193.45/1549.71 X X X X A

B 193.40/1550.11 X X X X N

A D
193.35/1550.51 X X X X
N 193.30/1550.92 X X X X
D 193.25/1551.32 X X X X
7 193.20/1551.72 X X X X
193.15/1552.12 X X X X

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 Frequency (THz) LT configuration LT configuration TCS w/ Band MDX w/ Band
/wavelenght (nm) w/ TCS + w/ MDX+ OADM OADM
BMDX1000 BMDX1000 (BMDX1100) (BMDX1100)
193.10/1552.52 X X N/A N/A
193.05/1552.92 X X X X
B 193.00/1553.33 X X X X
A 192.95/1553.73 X X X X
N 192.90/1554.13 X X X X
D 192.85/1554.53 X X X X
8 192.80/1554.94 X X X X
192.75/1555.34 X X X X
192.70/1555.74 X X N/A N/A
192.65/1556.15 X X X X R

B E
192.60/1556.55 X X X X
A D
192.55/1556.96 X X X X
N 192.50/1557.36 X X X X
D B
192.45/1557.77 X X X X
9 A
192.40/1558.17 X X X X
N
192.35/1558.58 X X X X
D
192.30/1558.98 X X N/A N/A
192.25/1559.39 X X X X
B 192.20/1559.79 X X X X
A 192.15/1560.20 X X X X
N 192.10/1560.60 X X X X
D 192.05/1561.01 X X X X
1 192.00/1561.42 X X X X
0
191.95/1561.82 X X X X
MAXIMUM 80 chs 80 chs 60 chs (56 in 60 chs (56 in
CAPACITY pass–through + pass–through +
4 in A/D) 4 in A/D)

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Notes of Table 3 on page 26

In the "LT configuration w/ TCS + BMDX1000" column are shown the 80 channels on a 50 GHz grid, with a
TCS–based mux/demux scheme, in Line Terminal configuration

In the "LT configuration w/ MDX+ BMDX1000" column are shown the 80 channels on a 50 GHz grid, with a
MDX–based mux/demux scheme, in Line Terminal configuration

In the "TCS w/ Band OADM (BMDX1100)" column are shown 60 channels on a 50 GHz grid,
multiplexed/demultiplexed by means of 1640 WM (TCS–based) and 1626 LM (BMDX1100–based) in high
capacity OADM configuration.

56 chs are in pass–through, 4 chs are in add/drop

Note that the first channel of each band cannot be used

In the "MDX w/ Band OADM (BMDX1100)" column are shown 60 channels on a 50 GHz grid,
multiplexed/demultiplexed by means of 1640 WM (MDX–based) and 1626 LM (BMDX1100–based) in high
capacity OADM configuration.

56 chs are in pass–through, 4 chs are in add/drop

Note that the first channel of each band cannot be used

Note:

There is a proposal software (Linktool ver. 1.7) downloadable at address [Link] under
directory “/impianti:/WDM/1686WM/commissioning”Linktool” that permit to make fast the channel balancing
procedure (pre-emphasis). This software is independent from C.T. and is used only for 1686 WM and
1640WM. The owner’s manual is included in zip file.

Greenfield installation: loading plan examples

11
BAND#1
10
BAND#10
9
BAND#5
8
CHANNEL LOADING ORDER

BAND#6
7
BAND#2
6
BAND#9
5
BAND#3
4
ALC FORBIDDEN
BAND#8
3 RANGE; UP TO 32 CH
BAND#4
2
BAND#7
1

0
195.9
195.8
195.7
195.8
195.5
195.4
195.3
195.2
195.1
195.0
194.9
194.8
194.7
194.8
194.5
194.4
194.3
194.2
194.1
194.0
193.9
193.8
193.7
193.8
193.5
193.4
193.3
193.2
193.1
193.0
192.9
192.8
192.7
192.8
192.5
192.4
192.3
192.2
192.1
192.0
191.9

FREQUENCY (THz)

The ALC is needed up to 32 channels (ALC turned Off from the 33 nd channel) and while the ALC (194THz)
is used, the channels from 194.25 to 193.75 are forbidden.

Figure 3. 1626 LM loading plan over G.652 with 1640 WM line equipments

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 21
20
19
18
17
16
11
15
BAND#1
14
BAND#10
13
BAND#2
CHANNEL LOADING ORDER

12
BAND#5
11
BAND#3 BAND#9
10 40th ch BAND#6
9
BAND#4
8
30th ch BAND#8
7 ALC FORBID-
6 DEN RANGE;
5 UP TO 32 CH BAND#7
4
3
2
1
0
195.9
195.8
195.7
195.8
195.5
195.4
195.3
195.2
195.1
195.0
194.9
194.8
194.7
194.8
194.5
194.4
194.3
194.2
194.1
194.0
193.9
193.8
193.7
193.8
193.5
193.4
193.3
193.2
193.1
193.0
192.9
192.8
192.7
192.8
192.5
192.4
192.3
192.2
192.1
192.0
191.9
The ALC is needed up to 32 channels (ALC turned Off from 31 st ch) and while the ALC (194THz) is used,
the channels from 194.25 to 193.75 are forbidden. The system is loaded up to 40 chs 50 GHz spaced

Figure 4. 1626 LM loading plan over G.655 and tight G.652 with 1640 WM line equipments

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3 TEST AND MEASUREMENT

3.1. 1626LM with 1640WM (MDX based) - GREENFIELD

3.1.1. Introduction

This procedure applies to an installation from 1 to 20 channels. For more than 20 channels to be
installed, the upgrade procedure for the 1626WM R1.0 has to be considered from the 21st channel.

In this release we have:

- the 162xLM tributaries called TRBD1011 and TRBD1111,

- the 162xLM band MUX/DMUX (w/range of 400GHz) called BMDX1000 in line terminal and BMDX1100
in band-OADM site,

- the 162xLM channel MUX/DMUX (50GHz spaced) called CMDX1010.

The above units are installed at the terminal sites or Band-OADM and connected to a 1640WM that supplies
the ALC wavelength. The booster, preamplifier and all in-line repeaters are 1640WM. The 162xLM units are
managed with 162xLM CT/SH whereas the 1640WM unit is managed with the 1640WM CT/SH.

The TRBD1011/1111 are connected to the CMDX units, themselves connected to a BMDX unit. The BMDX
output on MUX side (respectively input on DMUX side) is connected to the MDX441 2:1 input (respectively
the 1:2 output).

This commissioning is done in C band only.

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3.1.2. Equipment basic configurations

The 1626LM design, allows the following basic configurations of the equipment:

- line terminal (LT)

- line repeater (LR)
- High / low capacity Optical Add and Drop Multiplexer (OADM) repeater (OR)
- Back–to–back terminal (BT).

1640/1626 1640/1626 1640/1626 1640/1626

LT LR Low High capacity OR LT
1 capacity 1
MUX/DEMUX

MUX/DEMUX
OR

MUX/DEMUX

MUX/DEMUX
B&W B&W
SCHEME

SCHEME
Client Client
signals signals

N N
OADM

Terminal B

UP TO 8 PER
DIRECTION CAN BE UP TO 100% OF THE TRAFFIC
ADDED/DROPPED CAN BE ADDED/DROPPED

Figure 5. Example of WDM line

About commissioning procedure, it is splitted in two parts:

- Local test of Network Elements: from site to site you have to perform all local test and/or measurement.

When it is finished all the local test, you have to perform:

- Link test: to set pre-emphasys etc.

Line Terminal (LT)

Figure 6 on page 33 shows the 1626LM Rel.1.0 greenfield installation scheme. It is based on:

– transponders, Mux/Demux (CMDX, BMDX) boards, belonging to the 1626LM

– optical amplifiers, MDX4*, OSC (all remaining equipment) boards, belonging to the 1640WM.

MDX4* provides APSD control and ALC insertion.

1626LM BOARDS 1640WM BOARDS

1 TRBD 1
UP TO 80 B&W CLIENT SIGNALS

ALC
CMDX

1
UP TO 80 OFA OSC
TRBD 8
@50GHz grid ADD
filter
MDX4*
BMDX1000

UP to 80
TRBD 1 @50GHz GRID
DROP
CMDX

10 filter

80 TRBD 8

UP TO 80 x 1626LM TRANSPONDERS (10 CMDXs, 1BMDX) CAN BE

INSTALLED TO REACH THE 80 CHANNELS AT 50GHz SPACING FINAL CAPACITY:

Figure 6. Line Terminal: 1626LM greenfield installation with 1640WM MDX4*–based

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3.1.3. Line Repeater (LR)

The line repeater consists of two optical double–stage in–line amplifiers of the 1640 WM (providing a
bidirectional DWDM amplifier) in order to boost the optical power of the aggregate WDM signal avoiding
channels demux and regeneration (no optical to electrical conversion).

OSC PUMP PUMP OSC

Up to :
– 80 (1640 interworking) DROP 1 2 ADD
filter VOA ATT DCU filter
DWDM channels
n TWO–STAGE AMPLIFIER n
(up to 80) TWO–STAGE AMPLIFIER (up to 80)

ADD 2 DCU 1 DROP

filter ATT VOA filter

OSC PUMP PUMP OSC

Figure 7. Example of Line Repeater configuration

[Link]. Low capacity OADM Repeater in interstage configuration

The OADM repeater is made up of:

– line amplifiers, with the extraction/insertion of the OSC before/after the double–stage amplifier

– OADM board, able to add/dro up to 4 channels per direction (east/west) according to the board type
transponders.

In greenfield installation, the NE structure is with only 1626LM transponders.

If the mux/demux scheme is based on MDX the max number of channels () in the aggregate signal is 59 
69.

EAST OSC 1ST STAGE LINE AMPLIFIERS 2ND STAGE OSC WEST
DROP ADD
filter filter
AGGREGATE AGGREGATE
SIGNAL SIGNAL
ADD DROP
filter filter
OSC 2ND STAGE 1ST STAGE OSC

OADM 4+4 (WDA1xx board)

ONE OADM BOARD IS NEEDED T O PER-

TRBD

TRBD

TRBD

TRBD

FORM THE OADM REPEATER CONFIGU-

RATION. UP TO 4 CAN BE ADDED/
DROPPED PER EACH DIRECTION: 4 EAST
SIDE AND 4 WEST SIDE (max 8 CHs/link) 1640WM BOARDS
1626LM BOARDS
14 14

Figure 8. 1640WM system upgrade with 1626LM transponders in low capacity OADM configuration

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[Link]. High capacity OADM in span configuration

The high Capacity OADM repeater is able to add and drop up to 100% of the traffic of the DWDM line.

It is based on a MUX/DEMUX pair in back–to–back configuration, located between 2 line repeaters.

All the bands that are not extracted are in complete pass–through, without any regeneration.

In greenfield installation, the following configuration is foreseen:

– 1626LM mux/demux scheme connected to the 1640WM MDX4* boards, see Figure 9.

1640WM BOARDS 1626LM BOARDS

PASS–THROUGH
OSC OFA OFA OSC
EAST WEST
DROP ADD
filter

BMDX

BMDX
filter

MDX4*

MDX4*
1100

1100
ADD DROP
filter filter
AGGREGATE AGGREGATE
SIGNAL SIGNAL

1 TRBD 1 1 TRBD 1
CMDX

CMDX

CLIENT SIGNALS
CLIENT SIGNALS

1 1
UP T O 70 B&W

UP T O 70 B&W
TRBD 7 7 TRBD

TRBD 1 1 TRBD
CMDX

CMDX
10 10
60 TRBD 7 7 TRBD 60

THE OADM BMDX IS A MODIFIED BMDX ABLE TO ADD/DROP (OR PASS-THROUGH) UP TO 70 WAVELENGTHS WITH
A 7-WAVELENGTH @50 GHz GRANULARITY.
10 CMDX (PER EACH DIRECTION) HAVE TO BE INSTALLED TO ADD/DROP ALL THE CHANNELS.
.

Figure 9. 1640WM system upgrade with 1626LM transponders in high capacity OADM configuration

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3.1.4. Back to back configuration

The back to back configuration is composed by two 1640 NE and one 1626 NE.

It has both add and drop and 3R regeneration capabilities.

It is made up of

– 1640WM line amplifiers, with the extraction/insertion of the OSC before/after the double–stage amplifier

– two specular 1626 line terminal equipments with the 1626 mux/demux scheme (BMDXs and CMDXs)
and 1626 transponders.

LINK-1 LINK-2

1640 WM Network Element 1626 LM Network Element 1640 WM Network Element

TRBD TRBD

ALC
18

18
CMDX

CMDX
ALC
UP to 80

UP to 80
OSC ADD DROP

OSC ADD DROP

B&W
1
OFA

OFA
1
TRBD TRBD

filter filter
filter filter

MDX4*

BMDX
BMDX

MDX4*
@50GHz GRID

@50GHz GRID
10

10
1640WM BOARDS

1640WM BOARDS
CMDX

CMDX
1

8
TRBD

TRBD

TRBD

TRBD

B&W CLIENT B&W CLIENT

SIGNALS SIGNALS

Figure 10. Greenfield installation with a 1640WM line in back–to–back terminal configuration

The 1626 Network Element divides the link in two links and the regenerative OADM will be similar to "two
terminal" in two link separated, link 1 and link 2; you have to perform two commissioning: link 1 and link 2.

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3.2. Local test on terminal network element with MDX board

3.2.1. Introduction

This document is a test specification and describes the tests of the greenfield in C band. The purpose of the
tests is to assure the correct functioning of a stand alone 1626  1640. The results will be recorded in the
Test log. The tests in this document will be performed at the customer locations.

NOTE:

This test specification can be performed also for a not full equipped 80  systems.

ATTENTION

USE ALWAYS AN EARTH PROTECTION WRISTLET CONNECTED TO THE STUD OF THE

SUBRACK WHEN PULLING OR INSERTING BOARDS.

The document “Link Design Table” (LDT), released by the Project Manager, is requested for the NE tests
activity.

A document example for the “Link Design Table”, is following showed. This document contains the
necessary data for inter-stage and span attenuators computation.

A site location data to measure, is the installed fiber span attenuation (East direction for Terminal A and
West direction for terminal B), by means of OTDR instrument.

Important notes: even with tributaries with Rx-VOA, up to when "ALC output power adjustment" has not
been performed, the "W input" connector must be disconnected for each tributary plugged, to avoid overload
or potential damage of the optical receiver.

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Example of template about Link description table (LDT) with MDX board

LINK DESCRIPTION TABLE FOR C-BAND

Site N-Site 1 link

YES NO
Very Long Haul System :

OSNR Target (dB/0,1nm) = 17,5 19

Residual Chromatic Dispersion Optimization : YES NO

Margin dB
Critical channel count

Span losses
Site N Site N-1 xx (yy)dB
Site N-1 Site N-2 xx (yy) dB
… … …
Site 3 Site 2 xx (yy)dB
Site 2 Site 1 xx (yy)dB

Amplifiers data
Site N (Booster) Amplifier tuning type
DCU type
Minimum VOA attenuation dB
Minimum in-line attenuator dB

Site N-1 WADM repeater (SiteN->Site N-1) Amplifier tuning type

ch192,9:Pass-through DCU type
ch192,7:Add/drop EOL factor dB
ch192,5:Add/drop Minimum in-line attenuator dB
ch192,3:Add/drop

Site 2 (Site 3 ->Site 2) Amplifier tuning type

DCU type
Minimum VOA attenuation dB
Minimum in-line attenuator dB

Site 1 (Site 2 ->Site 1) Amplifier tuning type

DCU type
Minimum VOA attenuation dB
Minimum in-line attenuator dB

OADM (Site X) Configuration:

Add/Drop channels:
Pass-Through channels:

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 LINK DESCRIPTION TABLE FOR LC-BAND
Site N-Site 1 link

YES NO
Very Long Haul System :

OSNR Target (dB/0,1nm) = 17,5 19

Residual Chromatic Dispersion Optimization : YES NO

Margin dB
Critical channel count

Span losses
Site N Site N-1 xx (yy)dB
Site N-1 Site N-2 xx (yy) dB
… … …
Site 3 Site 2 xx (yy)dB
Site 2 Site 1 xx (yy)dB

Amplifiers data
Site N (Booster) Amplifier tuning type
DCU type
Minimum VOA attenuation dB
Minimum in-line attenuator dB

Site N-1 (SiteN->Site N-1) Amplifier tuning type

DCU type
EOL factor dB
Minimum in-line attenuator dB

Site 2 (Site 3 ->Site 2) Amplifier tuning type

DCU type
Minimum VOA attenuation dB
Minimum in-line attenuator dB

Site 1 (Site 2 ->Site 1) Amplifier tuning type

DCU type
Minimum VOA attenuation dB
Minimum in-line attenuator dB

OADM (Site X) Configuration:

Add/Drop channels:
Pass-Through channels:

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 LINK DESCRIPTION TABLE L-BAND
Site 1-Site N link

YES NO
Very Long Haul System :

OSNR Target (dB/0,1nm) = 17,5 19

Residual Chromatic Dispersion Optimization : YES NO

Margin dB
Critical channel count

Span losses
Site 1 Site 2 xx (yy)dB
Site 2 Site 3 xx (yy) dB
… … …
Site N-2 Site N-1 xx (yy)dB
Site N-1 Site N xx (yy)dB

Amplifiers data
Site 1 (Booster) Amplifier tuning type
DCU type
Minimum VOA attenuation dB
Minimum in-line attenuator dB

Site 2 (Site 1->Site 2) Amplifier tuning type

DCU type
EOL factor dB
Minimum in-line attenuator dB

Site N-1 (Site N-2 ->Site N) Amplifier tuning type

DCU type
Minimum VOA attenuation dB
Minimum in-line attenuator dB

Site N (Site N-1 ->Site N) Amplifier tuning type

DCU type
Minimum VOA attenuation dB
Minimum in-line attenuator dB

OADM (Site X) Configuration:

Add/Drop channels:
Pass-Through channels:

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Note:

1) Minimum VOA attenuation: Corresponds to the minimum value that the VOA can be provisioned during
the inter-stage losses adjustment.

2) Minimum in line attenuator: corresponds to an attenuator that is placed at the beginning of the link. It is
used to avoid non-linear effect and to get the minimum span loss. It is determined by the link designer

Table “DCU”

NEW

Length Max Losses ETSI code

5 km 3 dB 1AB151690013
10 km 3.5 dB 1AB 151690007
15 km 4 dB 1AB 151690014
20 km 4.5 dB 1AB 151690008
30 km 5.4 dB 1AB 151690009
40 km 6.3 dB 1AB 151690010
60 km 8.3 dB 1AB 151690011
80 km 10.4 dB 1AB151690012

OLD

Length Max Losses ANSI double code ETSI double spool ETSI single spool
code code
20 km 9 dB 3AG18002AF 3EM02789AF** 3EM02789AW**
40 km 9 dB 3AG18002AG 3EM02789AG** 3EM02789AY**
60 km 9 dB 3AG18002AH 3EM02789AH** 3EM02789AZ**
80 km 9 dB 3AG18002AJ 3EM02789AJ** 3EM02789BA**
95 km 10.5 dB 3AG18002AK 3EM02789AK** 3EM02789BB**

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 RED

OSC

BLU 1510nm
OUT

IN

SUPPLY
CHANNEL A
CIU SHELF
FRONT VIEW

1510nm
TO OUT
TRIB
SHELF 1
J3000
DMX IN
IN

SUPPLY
CHANNEL B

3AG48019xx TX/RX
LINE
INTERFACE

TX RX OSM

OFA OFA
FROM
TRIB
SHELF 1
J3001
MX OUT IN IN
OUT OUT

LINE SHELF
IN OUT OUT1 OUT2 IN OUT FRONT VIEW
SPCxxx

SPCxxx

MID-STAGE MID-STAGE

OSC/MON PUMP OSC/MON PUMP

EPMxxx

INPUT INPUT
AMP 1/2 AMP 3/4

3AG17763AA

DCF + Atten. DCF + Atten.

or or
n dB Atten n dB Atten

Figure 11. Example of Terminal configuration internal optical connections

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3.2.2. Visual Checks 1640 WM Network Element

Terminal Test log, paragraph 5.

All circuit breakers in the PDU for the WDM under test have to be in the OFF position.

Be sure all fibers have been cleaned (See para.1.5.3 on page 11).

Procedure:

1) Check power A and B cabling are connected to PDU.

2) Check earth cabling is connected to Rack.

3) Check the optical fibers from the BMDX 1000 (1626) to MDX 441 (1640) customer ODF to the optical
interface tray placed above the tributary shelf.

4) Check optical fiber from Rx OFA OUT to DMX IN (J3000) at trib. shelf1.

5) Check optical fiber from Tx OFA IN to MUX OUT (J3001) at trib. shelf1.

6) Check optical fiber are placed from Rx OFA IN to ODF of the Line

7) Check optical fiber are placed from Tx OFA OUT to ODF of the Line

8) Check the DCU connections (when existing) between the OUT of the first stage and the IN of the
second stage of the OFA

9) Check optical fibers from PUMP OFA to the OUT of the EPM (see Figure 11 on page 42)

10) Check fiber from OSC/Mon points at the OFA’s to the input AMP1/2 of the OSM and to OSC unit (see
Figure 11 on page 42).

11) Check LAN-HUB cabling (if required)

12) Cables must also be checked mechanically, which means that cable and connectors are fixed correctly
conform relevant specs.

13) All mechanical parts must be fixed properly.

WARNING
WHEN THE “EPMxxx” UNIT IS PRESENT IN THE CONFIGURATION, IT’S VERY
IMPORTANT THE CLEANESS OF THE “APC” CONNECTORS FROM “EPM & OFA
BOARDS AND THE LINKING FIBERS”.
FOR THIS OPERATION REFER TO THE PARAGRAPH 1.5.3 - Cleaning Procedure for
Optical Connectors on page 11 FOR THE PROCEDURE.

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3.2.3. Visual Checks 1626 LM Network Element

1) Check that power A and B cabling are connected to TRU.

2) Check earth cabling connected to Rack.

3) Check optical fibers from (related to configuration):

- ODF TRBD CMDX BMDX MDX 441

- ODF TRBD MDX

4) Check LAN-HUB cabling (if required).

5) Cables must also be checked mechanically, check that cable and connectors are fixed correctly
conform relevant specs.

6) All mechanical parts must be fixed properly.

3.2.4. Operational checks 1640 WM Network Element

Main power checks

Terminal Test log, paragraph 6.

The purpose of this test is to test the connection and value of the power of the PDU.

Procedure:

1) Verify all fuses are placed in the Power Distribution Unit and all circuit breakers are set OFF.

2) Verify A and B office power feeds are connected properly to the PDU.

ATTENTION: TPA 1 and TPB1 are directly connected to office battery A and B respectively.

3) Measure dc voltage at the PDU front panel test points, TP A1 and TP B1. These should be between
-42V and -56V referred to ground.

4) Measure dc voltage at the PDU front panel test points, TP A RTN and TP B RTN. These should be
between -5V and +5V referred to ground.

NOTE: Power distribution unit fuses are part of indicator alarm fuse kit. The 15 and 3-ampere fuse are
colour-coded red/blue. Only these fuses are authorised for use in the PDU.

5) In the all units clean optical connector.

6) Set A side PDU circuit breaker CB A1 till CB A4 to ON position and check that the green power LED on
each unit lights up.

7) Verify from all units a red alarm is lighting up.

8) Verify ”CB/fuse ALM” and ”SEC ALM” at the Top rack is lighting up.

9) Set A side PDU circuit breaker CB A1 till CB A4 to OFF position. Set B-side PDU circuit breaker CB B1
till CB B4 to ON position and check that the green LED on each unit lights up.

10) Verify from all units a red alarm is lighting up.

11) Verify ”CB/fuse ALM” and ”PRM ALM” at the Top rack is lighting up.

12) Set A side PDU circuit breaker CB A1 till CB A4 to ON position

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3.2.5. Operational Checks 1626 LM Network Element

1) Measure dc voltage at TRU. These should be between -42 V and -56 V referred to ground.

2) Measure dc voltage in power cable.

3) Take off the fiber from Rx unit ("W input" connector).

4) Set circuit bracker to ON position.

3.2.6. NE SW ETSI download

[Link]. Preliminary

The installation of a first ETSI software R3.X into a 1640WM equipment has to be performed by local CT.

The new ETSI 1640WM package (Lower Layer 1, Q3CT Platform, USM, NE Load File) will be installed on
the Craft Terminal before the execution of this procedure (see the corresponding procedure).

For a repeater, the 8 U-links on the user access of the back panel of the CIU shelf must be well positioned.
For the repeater case the fifth U-link (considering that the first one is the LSB one) must be set to one (see
figures below).

LSB 0 MSB
1
Or

1
MSB LSB
0

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[Link]. First step: start in raw state

Check the 1301 NM software

Logon NE

Procedure:

Set 1301 NM APP1640 WM PC system configuration settings.

- Double-click 1301 NMX Explorer icon to launch 1301 NMX Explorer.

- At 1301 NMX Explorer browser, select Communication>Connections. Connections dialog box displays.

- Click New. New Connection dialog box displays.

- Assign a unique name to connection as required. Leave Port Type in the default (Direct) selection.

- Click OK. Port Settings dialog box displays.

- Use the following port settings:

Port: The PC Com Port (usually Com1) used for RS-232 connection to the NE
Baud Rate: 38400 (default).
Format: N-8-1.

- If 115200 baud rate is required, change from default as follows:

Connect at 38400 baud.
Select Action>Provision>Ports>RS232.
Change RS232-1 from 38400 to 115200.

- Establish communications with NE.

If the connection isn’t obtained it means that the installed software is the “ETSI” one, then jump to the
paragraph [Link] on page 48.

- Click Connect. Connection Status Display indicates progress of connection process then disappears
when connection is complete. Explorer: My Network pane displays.

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ANSI Craft Terminal launching

Launch the 1301NMX Craft Terminal and connect to the NE.

Logon to the NE with PASSWORD (LEVEL_5).

Check the NE is really in RAW state and a firmware is running:

Launch the following command,

Check the running load is “1640 OADM [Link] RAW ”.

Optional operation:

In the case of installation of a first ETSI software R3.0 into a running 1640WM equipment for which we don’t
want to keep the ANSI configuration, the operator has the possibility to reinitialize the disks. The disks, MSU
boards, will be formatted.

Launch the following command:

And confirm the operation by clicking on the “Send” option.

[Link]. Second step: download of the R3.X software

Launch the “ R3.X 1640 ETSI software” download:

Select the directory and the software to download,

Confirm the software selection,

Clic “ok” and wait the end of downloading.

[Link]. Third step: apply the R3.X load file

The R3.X ETSI software being downloaded, send it in the system partition of the disk and launch an
operation of software activation:

Open the Load management window by launching the following operation,

Select the ETSI software located in the “user” directory and send it to the “system” directory by clicking on
the “Send” button,

In the “Load operations” part, ”Retrieve” the ETSI software,

Select it and activate it by clicking on the “Apply” button,

After the NE reboot check the ETSI software is really taken into account. In the “Running Load” part, the
software has to be, as an example, the “1640 OADM E03.00.17 ”.

Warning:

Do not commit the ETSI software with the 1301NMX Craft Terminal.

This operation will be done with the ETSI 1320CT Craft Terminal.

From now, it is FORBIDDEN to use an ANSI Craft Terminal to do any commissioning or provisioning
operations.

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[Link]. Fourth step: launching of R3.X application

The ETSI CT will be connected to the NE via a RS232 serial link.

Launch the new 1320CT platform relative to the 3.X version, and wait for the connection with the NE.([Link]
P8)

The connection will be operational when the Lower Layer 1 (LL1) application will start on CT. This application
is symbolized by the red triangle in the taskbar of the PC. The rotation of the triangle indicates an operational
state.

When the connection with the NE is reached, start the NE supervision.

Launch a “NE login” command.

The synchronization between the NE and the CT is on going.

[Link]. Final step: ETSI configuration

When the NE/CT synchronization is finished, you have first to “commit” the ETSI software and Set the “NE
time”.

Launch the following command:

Select the “Units info” menu,

In the ”Software packages information” window, the Current state of the ETSI software package is “Active”.
Select now the “Commit” action on the concerned software.

The new ETSI software is now committed; You can check it by opening again the ”Software packages
information” window. The Current state of the ETSI software will be “Commit”.

Select the “NE TIME” menu,

Set the NE time by clicking on the “Set” button.

In the case of Terminal, it is strongly recommended first to configure the master TCS board before
launching other commands.

After that you have to configure all the address setting by the menus:

 Configuration Comm/Routing OS configuration

 Configuration Comm/Routing LAPD configuration

 Configuration Comm/Routing Ethernet configuration.

 Configuration Comm/Routing Local configuration .(induced a NE reboot).

At the end of the CPC reboot, the NE is ready for the channels configuration.

Terminal Testlog, paragraph 7

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3.2.7. MDX 441* Main path VOA setting

Set the MDX 441* VOA at its minimum value.

In the "MDX losses adjustment" of the window, set the value at -7 (corresponding to 0 dB attenuation).

3.2.8. Tributaries provisionning

Provision for all other boards.

Procedure:

1) Software provisioning.

2) Plug the tributaries board (if already done, skip to next step).

3) Provision the output power of all the tributaries at their minimum and default value: -24 dBm for TRBD.

4) Read End of Life margin from LDT and set LTCER value following the table below:

Board type EoL Margin > 1 dB EoL Margin  1 dB

TRBD 1111 10-3 10-4

TRBD1011 10-3 10-4

To set LTCER you have to select each transponder then OCHA  Port  BER threshold configuration
in "Low Threshold set" enter the value of table above.

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3.2.9. DCU Losses check

The purpose of this test is to verify the goodness of the DCU before to adjust the OFA Inter-Stage value at
Link test level by using the Craft Terminal.

Procedure:

If the DCU is present, check for its loss in this way:

First
stage DCU Second
stage

A B

1- Unplug the second stage input connector of the OFA (B). In order to make the Optical Amplifiers
emitting, when the Input of the second stage (point B) is disconnected (to connect the Power Meter), a
light source must be connected to the first stage Input or simply pressing SHUT DN OVRD (shut down
override) on the front panel of the OFA.

2- Measure the optical power in the B point

3- Measure the optical power in the A point

4- Check for the DCU losses “V” = A – B. If they are out of specification (see Table “DCU” on LDT Link
description table (LDT) with MDX board), change the DCU.

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3.2.10. ALC output power adjustment

The aim of this step is to tune the ALC output power and to set the booster input power.

1. In the equipment view, select the MDX441 (at operator interface, the MDX441* unit is managed as a
MDX441)

2. In the board menu, select “Optical power level configuration”

3. The ALC must be enabled and its level (“optical power level- Output combiner”) set to the value given in
the following table according to the channel count and the booster tuning type given in the Link
Description Table:

Channel Booster Input Power for C-band (dBm)

count
Tuning 1 Tuning 2 Tuning 3

1 to 10 -8 -8 -9

11 to 13 -7 -8

14 to 16 -6 -7

17 to 20 -5 -6

NB: There are 3 amplifiers tuning types as a function of channels number in full loading:

1: +17dBm for 40 channels and +20dBm for 80 channels

2: +17dBm for 80 channels

3: +20dBm for 40 channels and +23dBm for 80 channels

4. Verify with CT/SH that the booster input power is in agreement with the setting of the ALC level (within
1dB). If not, it may be necessary to change the MDX441* or clean the fiber.

5. Connect the "W input" connector in the TRBD board.

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3.2.11. Span losses adjustment

Link Test log, paragraph 4.

span loss

SITE N SITE N+1

Procedure:

- Measure the real span losses between the output connector of the OFA on side “n” and the input
connector of the OFA on side “n+1” by OTDR or using our amplifier like light source, but tuned on its
minimum power (+10 dBm).

- Sum to this value the “Minimum in-line attenuator” (relevant to the span under test) specified in the LDT.
“L” = Measured span losses + Minimum in-line attenuator.

- Compare the “L” value with the one specified in the LDT (Span losses site n to site n+1).

- If “L” value is greater than or equal to the LDT one –1dB (span losses site n to site n+1), place at the
output of the OFA (site n) an attenuator with value equal to the “Minimum In-Line attenuator” (LDR
rack).

- Perform a new fiber losses measurement (“ML” = attenuator plus fiber).

- If “ML” value is equal to the “LDT” value + 0 / –1 dB (span losses site n to site n+1), the
adjustment is completed (if “NOT” place a new attenuator in order to reach the LDT value).

- If “ML” value is between the “LDT” value (span losses site n to site n+1) and the LDT bracket
value, the adjustment is completed but the “project manager” has to be informed.

- If “ML” value is greater than the LDT bracket value, the adjustment is completed but the project
manager has to be informed and the link will not be delivered to the customer without the project
manager permission.

- If “L” value is lower than the LDT one, an attenuator has to be added at the output of the OFA in the site
n. The value of the fix attenuator to be added is:

V = LDT value (site n to site n+1) – Measured span losses ATTENUATOR VALUE
0<= V <= 1 No ATTENUATOR
1<= V <= 2 1 dB
2 <= V <= 3 2 dB
Etc. Etc.

- Repeat the measure of the span loss (attenuator plus fiber) and the measured value must be lower
(within 1 dB) than or equal to the LDT one. The attenuator can be modified in order to fulfill this
requirement but its value must never be lower than the “Minimum in-line attenuator” specified in the
LDT.

The “plug-in” attenuator must be inserted directly on the OFA second stage output connector (under the
protection cover).

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3.2.12. OFA output power adjustment

To perform this test, you have to connect the Terminal Station with the span (of the link).

Before to do this operation, the span attenuation adjustment must be done.

Moreover the LDT table must be available.

Procedure:

1) Read in the LDT, its tuning type.

2) Find, using the tuning table above, for the amplifier, the output power corresponding to its tuning type
and to the channel count of the span (be careful of the channel count with an OADM or a WADM in the
link).

Channel count Amplifier Tuning Type

1 2 3
1 to 10 +14dBm +14dBm
11 to 13 +15dBm +14dBm +15dBm
14 to 16 +16dBm +16dBm
17 to 20 +17dBm +17dBm

NB: There are 3 amplifiers tuning types as a function of channels number in full loading:

1: +17dBm for 40 channels and +20dBm for 80 channels

2: +17dBm for 80 channels

3: +20dBm for 40 channels and +23dBm for 80 channels

3) Provision this power:

- Select equipment view

- Select the OFA that needs to be adjusted

- Select the rack, then the shelf and finally the OFA to end up in the “OFA view”

- The “amplifier settings” window is located in the “board” menu.

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3.2.13. OFA interstage adjustment

BOOSTER PROCEDURE

The inter-stage losses adjustment has to be performed once all the amplifiers output power and the
ALC are provisioned.

- All the OFA output power have been provisioned.

- ALC provisioned

- DCU installed (if requried)

Procedure:

It is recommended to provision the line sequentially from the booster to the pre-amplifier.

Constant=36 if the booster is an OFA312 or OFA412

Constant=30 if the booster is an OFA314

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BOOSTER Procedure:

In the equipment view, select the OFA that needs

to be adjusted (select the rack, then the shelf and
finally the OFA to end up in the so-called “OFA view”)

In the board menu, select “Amplifier settings”

Read the value specified

in the “Mid-stage losses” and “Gain” field.
The losses value should be equal
to “constant - Gain”±0.5dB.

Calculate “new mid-stage VOA attenuation” =

“current provisioned VOA attenuation + constant
Gain Mid-stage losses ”

Provision the VOA attenuation to the calculated

“new mid-stage VOA attenuation”. Click “OK”.
Wait for 30 seconds.

In the board menu, select “Amplifier settings”

Check that
Mid-stage losses +Gain = Constant+/-0.5dB.

Is the installed channel True

count above the critical
channel count by LDT?

Check that
“mid-stage VOA attenuation”
is above or equal to the minimum VOA
attenuation specified in
the LDT.

Provision the LDT “minimum VOA attenuation “ value Click “OK”,

in “Mid-stage VOA attenuation” adjustment completed

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3.2.14. Stand alone stability test

Daisy chain 1626LM BOARDS 1640WM BOARDS

connection 1 TRBD 1
ALC

CMDX
1
UP TO 80 OFA OSC Span attenuator
TRBD 8
@50GHz grid ADD
filter <

MDX4*
BMDX1000
TRBD 1 A
DROP

CMDX
10 filter

80 TRBD 8

STM-16/64 A=(span loss - span attenuator)

TEST SET

Figure 12. Stand alone stability test setup of Line Terminal (Terminal loop configuration)

N.B.: The maximum guarantied of tributary you can include in the test chain is 16.

Set the terminal like Figure 12 on page 56 following the step described below:

1) The DCU must be excluded and replaced by an attenuator having the same attenuation value (of DCU)
to avoid errors.

2) Install the attenuator A with the vlaue (span loss - span attenuator).

3) Provision the preamplifier

a) In the equipment view, select the OFA that needs to be adjusted (select the rack, then the shelf
and finally the OFA to end up in the so-called “OFA view”)
b) In the board menu, select “Amplifier settings”
c) If the installed channel count is below or equal the Critical Channel count of the link (see LDT),
provision the minimum VOA attenuation parameter to the LDT value “minimum VOA attenuation”.
Go to step 5.
d) If the installed channel count is above the Critical channel count of the link (see LDT), provision
the minimum VOA attenuation to 0 dB
e) Check that the margin value is the one specified in the LDT, if not provision the correct value.
f) Close “Amplifier settings”.
g) In the board menu, select “MSV configuration”
h) Press the “Calculate Mid-stage VOA attenuation”
i) Click “OK”, the inter-stage tuning is completed.

4) Provision the TRBD to obtain target OSNR in terminal loop configuration.

TRBD 1011 TRBD 1111

Target OSNR in Terminal loop configuration 20 dB/0,1 nm (TBC) 17,5 dB/0,1 nm

Procedure

At the Tx side:

- Modify the output power of each tributary (all together) increasing it by step of 1 dB.

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At the Rx side:

- Monitor the pre-amplifier output using an OSA connected to the OSM board (OUT2 of AMP2 for the slot
6).

- Compare the OSNR of each channel with the table above.

- If OSNR is within target OSNR of table above and target OSNR of table above +1,5 dB, then the
previous of the channel is complete and it is possible to pass to next channel and go on up to the final
channel.

3.2.15. OTS Characterization

[Link]. Procedure to measure optical power

Terminal Test log, paragraph 8.1.

The aim of this procedure is to measure the optical power and optical spectrum of the Optical Transmission
Section (OTS). The levels have to be checked according to the LDT document (TBC).

In order to make the Optical Amplifiers emitting when the Output is disconnected (in order to connect the
Power Meter), a light source (1550 nm +10  -20 dBm output power) must be connected at the input of the
pre-Amplifier as shown in Figure 13 on page 57.

Booster
MUX PM
IN
OUT
lambdas
DEMUX Light
source
Preamplifier

Figure 13. OTS characterization

Procedure:

- Set up the system like displayed in Figure 13 on page 57.

- Remove the safety dust cover from the OFA TX
- Disconnect the fiber at the output of the OFA TX.
- Connect the PM to the output using a patchcord.
- Place the safety dust cover on the OFA.
- The PM measure xx dBm + 0.5 (see note).
- Record the mean optical power measured.
- Clean the customer fiber and re-connect the fiber.
- Repeat the test for the output of the OFA RX using a patch chord.

NOTE: The output value measured by PM is in compliance with the value set down during he amplifier
output power adjustment.

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[Link]. Automatic power shutdown (APSD)

Terminal Test log, paragraph 8.2.

In presence of a cable break in the OTS section the system is expected to shutdown the amplifiers adjacent
to the amplifier which is not receiving optical signal.

The purpose of this test is to verify the correct operation of the APSD mechanism in a WDM section.

Procedure:

- Set-up the system like displayed in the (Figure 12 on page 56).

- Set the system with traffic running in error free operation.

- Connect the OSA to the relevant monitoring points provided by the Optical Signal Monitor modules.

- Verify that the optical signal is present in each point under measurement.

- Remove safety dust cover.

- Verify that APSD is performed.

- Verify an ABN and shut down signal at the receive side of the span.

- Check that during the APSD the supervision channel is still present.

- Check the alarms related to the section interested in the break.

- Re-place the safety dust cover.

- Check that the transmission restart within 180 seconds (max).

[Link]. OSC Characterization

Terminal Test log, paragraph 8.3.

Procedure:

Use the analog measurement command to read the value of the OSC_PWR_OUT from channel A and B
(0 dBm to +3 dBm) and the incoming PWR to channel A and B (-48 dBm to –20 dBm).

If the attenuation of span (shown in table Span Losses of LTD) is < 20 dB and > 15 dB, is necessary to insert
a 7 dB attenuator at the OSC unit input.

If, on the contrary, the attenuation of span is lower than 15 dB and higher than 7 dB, is necessary to insert a
15 dB attenuator at the OSC unit input.

Concerning the practical inserting operation see the technical manual.

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3.2.16. OCH Characterization

Terminal Test log, paragraph 9

The aim of this procedure is to check for the absence of errors and to measure the optical power at the
Output of the TRBD.

The measures must be done at the Optical Distributor Frame (when foreseen)

Procedure:

- Set up the system like displayed in Figure 12 on page 56 without using the daisy chain.

- Check that each channel has been provisioned and verify that it is properly working (no alarms, no
conditions,...).

- Connect each channel to the STM-16/STM64 test set

- Verify no error and wait until the BER calculation reach 10 -11.

- Disconnect the test set and repeat this measurement for all channels.

- Disconnect the fiber at the TRBD output connection.

- Connect it with a patch chord to the Power Meter.

- Record the mean optical power measured.

- Disconnect the patch chord of the Power Meter.

- Clean the customer fiber and connect the fiber to the TRBD output connection.

- Repeat for each channel.

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3.2.17. Procedure to measure the optical power by OSM

Terminal Test log, paragraph 10.

The measurements can be performed at the monitoring points provided by the OSM module.

The monitoring points present in the OSM module are:

- Amp1-in and Amp1-out2 for the input and the output of the Amplifier (OFA TX) positioned in the 3 slot.

- Amp2-in and Amp2-out2 for the input and the output of the Amplifier (OFA RX) positioned in the 1-6
slot.

Be sure the power meter has a 1550 nm measurement configuration

Procedure:

- Set up the system like displayed in Figure 12 on page 56.

- Connect the PM to the input OFA TX monitoring point present in the OSM module in the Line Shelf.

- Record the optical power

- Repeat the test for the out-2 of the OFA TX.

- Repeat the test for the out-2 of the OFA RX.

- Verify with the OSA that all lambda’s are available and check the correct wavelenght

NOTE: The optical power at monitoring point Amp2-in (input of the OFA RX) will be measured when testing
next N.E.

[Link]. Transmitted spectrum check

Connect the spectrum analyzer to OFA Tx monitoring point (Amp 1 – out 2). Check all tributaries channels
presence. Check the OSNR, the value must overcome the minimum admitted value (no matter for channel
balancing).

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3.2.18. Operation Checks

Transparency (suggested)

Terminal Test log, paragraph 11.

Set up the system like displayed in Figure 12 on page 56.

- Preset the test set at the correct bit rate and PRBS 223 -1for STM16 and PRBS 231 -1 for STM64

- Connect the test set to the input/output of the daisy chain.

- Verify there are no alarms.

- Run the test set analyzer for 2 hours.

- Save the result and/or attach the printout.

3.2.19. Check Alarms OFF

Terminal Test log, paragraph 12.

Connect every channel in daisy chain configuration (Figure 12 on page 56), Input a PRBS signal and check
that all alarms lit-off.

3.2.20. Final check

Terminal Test log, paragraph 13.

At the end you have to configure all the address in the correct sequence like shown here below.

1) Setting Ethernet port: Yes or No according to customer choice.

2) Setting terminal Lapd: User/Network according to customer choice.

3) Setting NSAP OS address: according to customer choice.

4) Setting NSAP Local: according to customer choice. After OK there will be an NE automatic reboot.
Close the NE view and CT application before to establish a new connection.

Reconnect the DCU (if present) and disconnect the loopback and connect the Line Terminal to link.

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3.3. Local test on in-line amplifier (ILA)

3.3.1. Introduction

This document is a test specification and describes the tests of the 1640 ILA system during the ICP. The
purpose of the tests is to assure the correct functioning of 1640 ILA.

The ILA is connected to one 1640 ILA or one 1640 Terminal. The functionality of the 1640 ILA or the stand
alone 1640 terminal should be correct and tested.

The results will be recorded in the Test Log. The tests in this document will be performed at the customer
locations.

NOTE: only the optical amplifier function is tested, not the Add/drop function.

ATTENTION

USE ALWAYS AN EARTH PROTECTION WRISTLET CONNECTED TO THE STUD OF

THE SUBRACK WHEN PULLING OR INSERTING BOARDS.

The document “Link Design Table” (LDT), released by the Project Manager, is requested for the NE tests
activity.

A document example for the “Link Design Table”, is contained in Link description table (LDT) with MDX
board. This document contains the necessary data for inter-stage and span attenuators computation.

A site location data to measure, is the installed fiber span attenuation (all directions East and West), by
means of OTDR instrument.

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 "Loopback"
Attenuation = 25 dB - Span attenuator
T

WEST SIDE
Span attenuator T

LINE
DCU T SHELF
DCU
IN-LINE
T
AMPLIFIER

Hop
attenuator
EAST SIDE
Span Span
Fiber Fiber

TERMINAL or ILA

Figure 14. ILA loop

The upper 1/2 of the OSC is used for West Facing.

The lower 1/2 of the OSC is used for East Facing.
RED

XA1 XA2 XA3 XA4 XA5 XA6 XA7 XA8 XA9 XA10 XA12

OSC

BLU 1510nm
OUT

BLACK
IN

SUPPLY
CHANNEL A CIU SHELF
FRONT VIEW

1510nm
GREEN OUT

IN

SUPPLY
CHANNEL B

From
West To East LINE
LINE From East
To
West XA1 XA2 XA3 XA4 XA5 XA6 XA7 XA8 XA9 XA10 XA11

LINE LINE OSM

OFA 1 OFA 2

IN OUT IN
OUT

LINE SHELF
IN OUT1 OUT2 IN FRONT VIEW
SPCxxx

SPCxxx

OUT OUT

MID-STAGE MID-STAGE

OSC/MON PU MP OSC/MON PUMP

EPMxxx

INPUT INPUT
AMP 1/2 AMP 3/4

3AG17763AA

DCF + Atten. DCF + Atten.

or or
ndb
. Atten. ndb
. Atten.

Figure 15. Cabling for repeater configuration

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3.3.2. Visual Checks

In Line Amplifier Test log, paragraph 4.

All circuit breakers in the PDU for the WDM under test have to be in the OFF position.

Be sure all fibers have been cleaned (See para.1.5.3 on page 11).

Procedure:

1) Check power A and B cabling are connected to PDU.

2) Check earth cabling is connected to Rack.

3) Check optical fiber (West and East) are placed from OFA IN to ODF of the Line.

4) Check optical fiber (West and East) are placed from OFA OUT to ODF of the Line.

5) Check the fixed attenuation fiber between IN and OUT of the mid-stage of the OFA’s.

6) Check optical fibers from PUMP OFA to the OUT of the EPM (see Figure 15 on page 63).

7) Check fiber connecting OSM, OFA’s and OSC unit (see Figure 15 on page 63).

8) Check LAN-HUB cabling.

9) Cables must also be checked mechanically, which means that cable and connectors are fixed
correctly conform relevant specs.

10) All mechanical parts must be fixed properly.

11) Configure test bench shown in Figure 14 on page 63.

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3.3.3. Operational Checks

48V Main Power Checks

In Line Amplifier Test log, paragraph 5.

The purpose of this test is to test the connection and value of the power of the PDU.

Procedure:

1) Verify all fuses are placed in the Power Distribution Unit and all circuit breakers are set OFF.

2) Verify A and B office power feeds are connected properly to the PDU.

ATTENTION: TPA 1 and TPB1 are directly connected to office battery A and B respectively.

3) Measure dc voltage at the PDU front panel test points, TP A1 and TP B1. These should be between -
42V and -56V, referred to ground.

4) Measure dc voltage at the PDU front panel test points, TP A RTN and TP B RTN. These should be
between -1V and +1V, referred to ground.

5) Insert units (clean the optical connectors).

6) Take off the fiber from Rx TRB unit. You don't perform this action if ALL the boards are TRB602 SFEC.

NOTE: Power distribution unit fuses are part of indicator alarm fuse kit. The 15 and 3-ampere fuse are
colour-coded red/blue. Only these fuses are authorised for use in the PDU.

7) Set A side PDU circuit breaker CB A1 till CB A4 to ON position and check that the green power LED on
each unit lights up.

8) Verify from all units a red alarm is lighting up.

9) Verify ”CB/fuse ALM” and ”SEC ALM” at the Top rack is lighting up.

10) Set A side PDU circuit breaker CB A1 till CB A4 to OFF position. Set B-side PDU circuit breaker CB
B1 till CB B4 to ON position and check that the green LED on each unit lights up.

11) Verify from all units a red alarm is lighting up.

12) Verify ”CB/fuse ALM” and ”PRM ALM” at the Top rack is lighting up.

13) Set A side PDU circuit breaker CB A1 till CB A4 to ON position

3.3.4. NE SW ETSI download

Refer to 3.2.6- NE SW ETSI download on page 45.

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3.3.5. DCU Losses check

The purpose of this test is to verify the attenuation of the DCU before to adjust the OFA Inter-Stage value at
Link test level by using the Craft Terminal.

Procedure:

If the DCU is present, check for its loss in this way:

First
stage DCU Second
stage

A B

1- Unplug the second stage input connector of the OFA (B). In order to make the Optical Amplifiers
emitting, when the Input of the second stage (point B) is disconnected (to connect the Power Meter), a
light source must be connected to the first stage Input or simply pressing SHUT DN OVRD (shut down
override) on the front panel of the OFA.

2- Measure the optical power in the B point

3- Measure the optical power in the A point

4- Check for the DCU losses “V” = A – B. If they are out of specification (see Table “DCU” on Link
description table (LDT) with MDX board), change the DCU.

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3.3.6. Span losses adjustment

Link Test log, paragraph 4.

span loss

SITE N SITE N+1

Procedure:

- Measure the real span losses between the output connector of the OFA on side “n” and the input
connector of the OFA on side “n+1” by OTDR or using our amplifier like light source, but tuned on its
minimum power (+10 dBm).

- Sum to this value the “Minimum in-line attenuator” (relevant to the span under test) specified in the LDT.
“L” = Measured span losses + Minimum in-line attenuator.

- Compare the “L” value with the one specified in the LDT (Span losses site n to site n+1)

- If “L” value is greater than or equal to the LDT one –1dB (span losses site n to site n+1), place at the
output of the OFA (site n) an attenuator with value is equal to the “Minimum In-Line attenuator” (LDR
rack).

- Perform a new fiber losses measurement (“ML” = attenuator plus fiber).

- If “ML” value is equal to the “LDT” value + 0 / –1 dB (span losses site n to site n+1), the
adjustment is completed.

- If “ML” value is between the “LDT” value (span losses site n to site n+1) and the LDT bracket
value, the adjustment is completed but the “project manager” has to be informed.

- If “ML” value is greater than the LDT bracket value, the adjustment is completed but the project
manager has to be informed and the link will not be delivered to the customer without the project
manager permission.

- If “L” value is lower than the LDT one, an attenuator has to be added at the output of the OFA in the site
n. The value of the fix attenuator to be added is:

V = LDT value (site n to site n+1) – Measured span losses ATTENUATOR VALUE

0<= V <= 1 0 dB

1<= V <= 2 1 dB

2 <= V <= 3 2 dB

Etc. Etc.

- Repeat the measure of the span loss (attenuator plus fiber) and the measured value must be lower
(within 1 dB) than or equal to the LDT one. The attenuator can be modified in order to fulfill this
requirement but its value must never be lower than the “Minimum in-line attenuator” specified in the
LDT

The “plug-in” attenuator must be inserted directly on the OFA second stage output connector (under the
protection cover).

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3.3.7. OFA output power adjustment

Conditions:

- The losses of the fiber following the amplifiers are adjusted

- LDT table available

Procedure:

1) Read in the LDT, its tuning type.

2) Find, using the tuning table above, for each amplifier, the output power corresponding to its tuning type
and to the channel count of the optical segment (be careful of the channel count with an OADM or a
WADM in the link).

Channel count Amplifier Tuning Type

1 2 3
1 to 10 +14dBm +14dBm
11 to 13 +15dBm +14dBm +15dBm
14 to 16 +16dBm +16dBm
17 to 20 +17dBm +17dBm

NB: There are 3 amplifiers tuning types as a function of channels number in full loading:

1: +17dBm for 40 channels and +20dBm for 80 channels

2: +17dBm for 80 channels

3: +20dBm for 40 channels and +23dBm for 80 channels

3) Provision this power:

- Select equipment view

- Select the OFA that needs to be adjusted

- Select the rack, then the shelf and finally the OFA to end up in the “OFA view”

- The “amplifier settings” window is located in the “board” menu.

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3.3.8. OFA interstage adjustment (Preamplifier procedure)

The inter-stage losses adjustment has to be performed once all the amplifiers output power and the ALC are
provisioned.

Conditions:

- All the OFA output power have been provisioned.

- DCU installed

Procedure:

It is recommended to provision the line sequentially from the booster to the pre-amplifier.

Constant=36 for OFA312 or OFA412

Constant=30 for OFA314

1) In the equipment view, select the OFA that needs to be adjusted (select the rack, then the shelf and
finally the OFA to end up in the so-called “OFA view”)

2) In the board menu, select “Amplifier settings”

3) If the installed channel count is below or equal the Critical Channel count of the link (see LDT),
provision the minimum VOA attenuation parameter to the LDT value “minimum VOA attenuation”. Go to
step 5.

4) If the installed channel count is above the Critical channel count of the link (see LDT), provision the
minimum VOA attenuation to 0 dB

5) Check that the margin value is the one specified in the LDT, if not provision the correct value.

6) Close “Amplifier settings”.

7) In the board menu, select “MSV configuration”

8) Press the “Calculate Mid-stage VOA attenuation”

9) Click “OK”, the inter-stage tuning is completed.

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3.3.9. OTS Characterization

[Link]. Procedure to measure optical power

In Line Amplifier Test log, paragraph 7.1.

The aim of this procedure is to measure the optical power and optical spectrum of the Optical Transmission
Section (OTS). The levels have to be checked according to the LDT document.

In order to make the Optical Amplifiers (West to East) emitting when the Output is disconnected (in order to
connect the Power Meter), a light source (1550 nm +10  -20 dBm output power) must be connected at the
input of the East to West amplifier as shown in figure below (the same for the other direction East to West).

1st 2nd
Stage
ATT
Stage PM

Remote
NE WEST EAST

2nd
ATT
1st Light
Stage Stage source

ILA

Figure 16. OTS characterization

Procedure:

- Set up the system like displayed in Figure 14 on page 63.

- Remove the safety dust cover from the OFA West to East.

- Disconnect the fiber at the output of the OFA West to East.

- Connect the PM to the output using a patchcord.

- Place the safety dust cover on the OFA.

- The PM measure xx dBm + 0.5 (see note).

- Record the mean optical power measured.

- Clean the customer fiber and re-connect the fiber.

- Repeat the test for the output of the OFA East to West using a patch chord.

NOTE: The output value measured by PM is in compliance with the value set down during he amplifier
output power adjustment.

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[Link]. Automatic power shutdown

In Line Amplifier Test log, paragraph 7.2.

In presence of a cable break in the OTS section the system is expected to shutdown the amplifiers adjacent
to the amplifier which is not receiving optical signal.

The purpose of this test is to verify the correct operation of the ALS mechanism in a WDM section.

Procedure:

- Set-up the system like displayed in the Figure 14 on page 63.

- Be sure the internal Protection Shutdown is enabled.

- Set the system with traffic running in error free operation.

- Connect the OSA to the relevant monitoring points provided by the Optical Signal Monitor modules.

- Verify that the optical signal is present in each point under measurement.

- Remove safety dust cover.

- Verify that ALS is performed.
- Verify an ABN signal at the receive side of the span.
- Check that during the ALS the supervision channel is still present.
- Check the alarms related to the section interested in the break.
- Re-place the safety dust cover.

- Check that the transmission restart after 180 seconds (max).

[Link]. OSC Characterization

In Line Amplifier Test log, paragraph 7.3.

Procedure:

Use the analog measurement command to read the value of the OSC_PWR_OUT from channel A and B
(0 dBm to +3 dBm) and the incoming PWR to channel A and B (-48 dBm to –20 dBm).

If the attenuation of span (shown in table Span Losses of LTD) is < 20 dBm and > 15 dBm, is necessary to
insert a 7 dB attenuator at the OSC unit input.

If, on the contrary, the attenuation of span is lower than 15 dBm and higher than 7 dBm, is necessary to
insert a 15 dB attenuator at the OSC unit input.

Concerning the practical inserting operation see the technical manual.

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3.3.10. Procedure to measure the optical power by OSM

In Line Amplifier Test log, paragraph 8.

The measurements can be performed at the monitoring points provided by the OSM module.

The monitoring points present in the OSM module are:

- Amp1-in and Amp1-out2 for the input and the output of the Amplifier (OFA TX) positioned in the 1-3
slot.

- Amp2-in and Amp2-out2 for the input and the output of the Amplifier (OFA RX) positioned in the 1-6
slot.

Be sure the power meter has a 1550 nm measurement configuration

Procedure:

- Set up the system like displayed in Figure 14 on page 63.

- Connect the PM to the input OFA TX monitoring point present in the OSM module in the Line Shelf.

- Record the optical power

- Repeat the test for the out-2 of the OFA TX.

- Repeat the test for the out-2 of the OFA RX.

- Verify with the OSA that all lambda’s are available and check the correct wavelenght

NOTE: The optical power at monitoring point Amp2-in (input of the OFA RX) will be measured when testing
next N.E.

3.3.11. Check Alarms OFF

In Line Amplifier Test log, paragraph 9.

Verify that all alarms of the ILA are all turn off.

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3.3.12. Final check

In Line Amplifier Test log, paragraph 10.

At the end you have to configure all the address in the correct sequence like shown here below.

1) Setting Ethernet port: Yes or No according to customer choice.

2) Setting ILA Lapd: User/Network according to customer choice.

3) Setting NSAP OS address: according to customer choice.

4) Setting NSAP Local: according to customer choice. After OK there will be an NE automatic reboot.
Close the NE view and CT application before to establish a new connection.

5) Disconnect the loopback and connect the ILA with link.

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3.4. WADM local test

3.4.1. Introduction

This paragraph describes the tests of the 1640 WADM system during the ICP. The purpose of the tests is to
assure the correct functioning of 1640 WADM.

ATTENTION

USE ALWAYS AN EARTH PROTECTION WRISTLET CONNECTED TO THE STUD OF

THE SUBRACK WHEN PULLING OR INSERTING BOARDS.

The document “Link Design Table” (LDT), released by the Project Manager, is requested for the NE tests
activity.

A document example for the “Link Design Table”, is contained in Link description table (LDT) with MDX
board. This document contains the necessary data for inter-stage and span attenuators computation.

A site location data to measure, is the installed fiber span attenuation (all directions East and West), by
means of OTDR instrument.

The configuration is indicated in the figure below.

1640 WM Network Element

EAST OSC 1ST STAGE LINE AMPLIFIERS 2ND STAGE OSC WEST
DROP ADD
filter filter
AGGREGATE AGGREGATE
SIGNAL SIGNAL
ADD DROP
filter filter
OSC 2ND STAGE 1ST STAGE OSC

OADM 4+4 (WDA1xx board)

ONE OADM BOARD IS NEEDED T O PER-

TRBD

TRBD

TRBD

TRBD

FORM THE OADM REPEA TER CONFIGU-

1626 LM Network Element
RATION. UP TO 4 CAN BE ADDED/
DROPPED PER EACH DIRECTION: 4 EAST
SIDE AND 4 WEST SIDE (max 8 CHs/link) 1640WM BOARDS
1626LM BOARDS
14 14

Figure 17. WADM configuration block diagram

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 Ch/2 Ch/3 Ch/4 Ch/5 Ch/9 Ch/8 Ch/7 Ch/6

Input OFA OFA

WDA 10x Output
power slot 3 slot 6
power
P3
P1 P2
1° Att. DCU 2°
DMX IN DMX AUX
West side East side
MUX OUT MUX AUX
2° DCU Att. 1°
P2’ P1’
P3’ Input
Output WDA 10x power
power

Ch/2 Ch/3 Ch/4 Ch/5 Ch/9 Ch/8 Ch/7 Ch/6

NB: Ch/n = Channel/slot

NB1: The OFA in a WADM repeater are in “vertical configuration”. The first stage of the OFA slot3 is
associated to the second stage of the OFA slot 6 and vice versa.

Figure 18. WADM block diagram

The upper 1/2 of the OSC is used for West Facing.

The lower 1/2 of the OSC is used for East Facing.
BLACK

XA1 XA2 XA3 XA4 XA5 XA6 XA7 XA8 XA9 XA10 XA12

OSC

BLU 1510nm
OUT

RED
IN

SUPPLY
CHANNEL A
CIU SHELF
FRONT VIEW

1510nm
GREEN OUT

IN

SUPPLY
CHANNEL B

From
West To East
LINE
LINE From East
To
West XA1 XA2 XA3 XA4 XA5 XA6 XA7 XA8 XA9 XA10 XA11

LINE LINE OSM

OFA 1 OFA 2

IN IN
OUT OUT

LINE SHELF
IN OUT1 OUT2 IN FRONT VIEW
SPCxxx

SPCxxx

OUT OUT

MID-STAGE MID-STAGE

OSC/MON PUMP OSC/MON PUMP

EPMxxx

INPUT INPUT
AMP 1/2 AMP 3/4

3AG17763AA
From Trib. Shelf To Trib. Shelf
J3001 mux out J3001 mux AUX

To Trib. Shelf From Trib. Shelf

J3000 demux in J3000 Demux AUX

Figure 19. Example of cabling for WADM configuration

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3.4.2. Visual check 1640 WM Network Element

WADM Test log, paragraph 4.

Procedure:

1) Check power A and B cabling are connected to PDU.

2) Check earth cabling is connected to Rack.

3) Check the optical fibers from the customer ODF to the optical interface tray placed above the tributary
shelf.

4) Check optical fiber from Rx OFA OUT to DMX IN (J3000) at WADM shelf.

5) Check optical fiber from Tx OFA IN to MUX OUT (J3001) at WADM shelf.

6) Check optical fiber are placed from Rx OFA IN to DMX AUX (J3000).

7) Check optical fiber are placed from Tx OFA OUT to DMX AUX (J3001).

8) Check the DCU connections (when existing) between the DMX AUX and the OFA slot 6 second stage
input (west-east). For the other direction the DCU is connected between the MUX OUT and the OFA
slot 3 second stage input.

9) Check optical fibers from PUMP OFA to the OUT of the EPM (see Figure 11. on page 42)

10) Check fiber from OSC/Mon points at the OFA’s to the input AMP1/2 of the OSM and to OSC unit (see
Figure 11. on page 42).

11) Check LAN-HUB cabling (if required)

12) Cables must also be checked mechanically, which means that cable and connectors are fixed correctly
conform relevant specs.

13) All mechanical parts must be fixed properly.

3.4.3. Visual Checks 1626 LM Network Element

1) Check power A and B cabling are connected to TRU.

2) Check earth cabling is connected to Rack.

3) Check optical fibers connection (in relaction the configuration)

- ODF TRBD WDA 10x

4) Check LAN-HUB cabling (if required).

5) Cables must also be checked mechanically, which means that cable and connectors are fixed correctly
conform relevant specs.

6) All mechanical parts must be fixed properly.

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3.4.4. Operational checks 1640 WM Network Element

48V Main power checks

WADM Test log, paragraph 5.

The purpose of this test is to test the connection and value of the power of the PDU.

Procedure:

1) Verify all fuses are placed in the Power Distribution Unit and all circuit breakers are set OFF.

2) Verify A and B office power feeds are connected properly to the PDU.

ATTENTION: TPA 1 and TPB1 are directly connected to office battery A and B respectively.

3) Measure dc voltage at the PDU front panel test points, TP A1 and TP B1. These should be between
-42V and -56V referred to ground.

4) Measure dc voltage at the PDU front panel test points, TP A RTN and TP B RTN. These should be
between -5V and +5V referred to ground.

NOTE: Power distribution unit fuses are part of indicator alarm fuse kit. The 15 and 3-ampere fuse are
colour-coded red/blue. Only these fuses are authorised for use in the PDU.

5) Insert all units (clean optical connector).

6) Take off the fiber from Rx unit. (“W input” connector).

7) Set A side PDU circuit breaker CB A1 till CB A4 to ON position and check that the green power LED
on each unit lights up.

8) Verify from all units a red alarm is lighting up.

9) Verify ”CB/fuse ALM” and ”SEC ALM” at the Top rack is lighting up.

10) Set A side PDU circuit breaker CB A1 till CB A4 to OFF position. Set B-side PDU circuit breaker CB
B1 till CB B4 to ON position and check that the green LED on each unit lights up.

11) Verify from all units a red alarm is lighting up.

12) Verify ”CB/fuse ALM” and ”PRM ALM” at the Top rack is lighting up.

13) Set A side PDU circuit breaker CB A1 till CB A4 to ON position

3.4.5. NE SW ETSI download

Refer to 3.2.6 - NE SW ETSI download on page 45.

3.4.6. Operational Checks 1626 LM Network Element

1) Measure dc voltage at TRU. These should be between -42 V and -56 V referred to ground.

2) Measure dc voltage in power cable.

3) Take off the fiber from Rx unit ("W input" connector).

4) Set circuit bracker to ON position.

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3.4.7. Tributaries provisionning

1) Software provisioning

2) Plug the tributaries board

3) Provision the output power of all the tributaries at their minimum and default value: -24 dBm for TRBD

4) Read End of Life margin from LDT and set LTCER value following the table below:

Board type EoL Margin > 1 dB EoL Margin  1 dB

TRBD 1111 10-3 10-4

TRBD 1011 10-3 10-4

To set LTCER you have to select each transponder then OCHA  Port  BER threshold configuration
in "Low Threshold set" enter the value of table above.

3.4.8. DCU Losses check

The purpose of this test is to verify the attenuation of the DCU before to adjust the OFA Inter-Stage value at
Link test level by using the Craft Terminal.

Procedure:

If the DCU is present, check for its loss in this way:

First
stage DCU Second
stage

A B

1- Unplug the second stage input connector of the OFA (B). In order to make the Optical Amplifiers
emitting, when the Input of the second stage (point B) is disconnected (to connect the Power Meter), a
light source must be connected to the first stage Input or simply pressing SHUT DN OVRD (shut down
override) on the front panel of the OFA.

2- Measure the optical power in the B point

3- Measure the optical power in the A point

4- Check for the DCU losses “V” = A – B. If they are out of specification (see Table “DCU” on LDT - in Link
description table (LDT( with MDX board), change the DCU.

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3.4.9. Span losses adjustment

Link Test log, paragraph 4.

span loss

SITE N SITE N+1

Procedure:

- Measure the real span losses between the output connector of the OFA on side “n” and the input
connector of the OFA on side “n+1” by OTDR or using our amplifier like light source, but tuned on its
minimum power (+10 dBm).

- Sum to this value the “Minimum in-line attenuator” (relevant to the span under test) specified in the LDT.
“L” = Measured span losses + Minimum in-line attenuator.

- Compare the “L” value with the one specified in the LDT (Span losses site n to site n+1).

- If “L” value is greater than or equal to the LDT one –1dB (span losses site n to site n+1), place at the
output of the OFA (site n) an attenuator with value equal to the “Minimum In-Line attenuator” (LDR
rack).

- Perform a new fiber losses measurement (“ML” = attenuator plus fiber).

- If “ML” value is equal to the “LDT” value + 0 / –1 dB (span losses site n to site n+1), the
adjustment is completed (if “NOT” place a new attenuator in order to reach the LDT value).

- If “ML” value is between the “LDT” value (span losses site n to site n+1) and the LDT bracket
value, the adjustment is completed but the “project manager” has to be informed.

- If “ML” value is greater than the LDT bracket value, the adjustment is completed but the project
manager has to be informed and the link will not be delivered to the customer without the project
manager permission.

- If “L” value is lower than the LDT one, an attenuator has to be added at the output of the OFA in the site
n. The value of the fix attenuator to be added is:

V = LDT value (site n to site n+1) – Measured span losses ATTENUATOR VALUE
0<= V <= 1 0 dB
1<= V <= 2 1 dB
2 <= V <= 3 2 dB
Etc. Etc.

- Repeat the measure of the span loss (attenuator plus fiber) and the measured value must be lower
(within 1 dB) than or equal to the LDT one. The attenuator can be modified in order to fulfill this
requirement but its value must never be lower than the “Minimum in-line attenuator” specified in the
LDT.

The “plug-in” attenuator must be inserted directly on the OFA second stage output connector (under the
protection cover).

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3.4.10. OFA output power adjustment

Conditions:

- The losses of the fiber following the amplifiers are adjusted

- LDT table available

Procedure:

1) For each amplifier of the link, read in the LDT, its tuning type.

2) Find, using the tuning table above, for each amplifier, the output power corresponding to its tuning type
and to the channel count of the optical segment (be careful of the channel count with an OADM or a
WADM in the link).

Channel count Amplifier Tuning Type

1 2 3
1 to 10 +14dBm +14dBm
11 to 13 +15dBm +14dBm +15dBm
14 to 16 +16dBm +16dBm
17 to 20 +17dBm +17dBm

NB: There are 3 amplifiers tuning types as a function of channels number in full loading:

1: +17dBm for 40 channels and +20dBm for 80 channels

2: +17dBm for 80 channels

3: +20dBm for 40 channels and +23dBm for 80 channels

3) Provision this power:

- Select equipment view

- Select the OFA that needs to be adjusted

- Select the rack, then the shelf and finally the OFA to end up in the “OFA view”

- The “amplifier settings” window is located in the “board” menu.

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3.4.11. OFA interstage adjustment

The inter-stage losses adjustment has to be performed once all the amplifiers output power.

Conditions:

- All the OFA output power have been provisioned.

- DCU installed

Procedure:

It is recommended to provision the line sequentially from the booster to the pre-amplifier.

Constant=36 if the booster is an OFA312 or OFA412

Constant=30 if the booster is an OFA314

BEWARE: The OFA in a WADM(4+4) repeater are in the so-called “vertical configuration” . In the vertical
configuration, the first stage of the OFA slot 3 is associated to the second stage of slot 6 and vice versa.

1) Set the VOA of the OFA first stage to 0dB

2) Measurement of the WDA losses:

3) The measurement is performed on the channel 32, whether the channel is present or not (in the last
case, the measurement is performed on the noise)

4) The measurement is valid only if the OFA, whose first stage is used at the input of WDA to be
measured, is not in shutdown mode!

5) Set the OSA in order to be able to measure the noise level at 1551.72nm (channel 32) with a 0.1nm
resolution (or the channel if present with a 0.2nm resolution this time)

Case A: the first stage OFA is in slot 3

- At the WDA10x back-plane, unplug the DMX IN connector and connect it with an adapter to the OSA
input. Measure the powerP1

- Plug back the connector in DMX IN.

- At the WDA10x back-plane, unplug the DMX AUX connector and plug directly the fiber coming from the
OSA in DMX AUX . Measure the powerP2

- Unplug the OSA fiber from DMX AUX and plug back the original connector in it.

- Calculate the WDA losses, WDA_losses=P1 – P2 (losses must be between 6 and 11dB)

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Case B: the first stage OFA is in slot 6

- At the WDA10x back-plane, unplug the MX AUX connector and connect it with a adapter to the OSA
input. Measure the powerP1

- Plug back the connector in MUX AUX.

- At the WDA10x back-plane, unplug the MUX OUT connector and plug directly the fiber coming from the
OSA in MUX OUT . Measure the powerP2

- Unplug the OSA fiber from MUX OUT and plug back the original connector in it.

- Calculate the WDA losses, WDA_losses=P1 – P2 (losses must be between 6 and 11dB)

6) Calculate the gain of the hybrid amplifier:

- Case A: Gain=OFA slot 6 output power – OFA slot 3 input power

- Case B: Gain=OFA slot 3 output power – OFA slot 6 input power

7) If DCU is present in the OFA, then measure its value : DCU_losses = Pout of the WADM at the
connector level –Pout of the DCU module

8) Calculation of the attenuator:

Att=constant –1 – Gain – WDA_losses – margin – DCU_losses (if DCU present)

9) If Att<0, no attenuator is needed, inter-stage tuning completed

10) If Att>0, place an attenuator whose attenuation matches Att at the following location:

- Case A: at the DMX AUX connector

- Case B: at the MUX OUT connector

11) Provisioning of 1640 trip to manage add-drop facilities

1) Set the ALC enabled TBD

2) Set its threshold to (10-WDA_losses) dBm

Important note:

At the end of this step (ALC provisioning) check that for each tributary plugged the RX_IN connector at
the back plane is re-connected.

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3.4.12. OTS Characterization

[Link]. Procedure to measure optical power

WADM Test log, paragraph 7.1.

The aim of this procedure is to measure the optical power and optical spectrum of the Optical Transmission
Section (OTS). The levels have to be checked according to the LDT document.

In order to make the Optical Amplifiers (West to East) emitting when the Output is disconnected (in order to
connect the Power Meter), a light source (1550 nm +10  -20 dBm output power) must be connected at the
input of the East to West amplifier as shown in figure below (the same for the other direction East to West).

OFA OFA
slot 3 slot 6

2° Power
1°
Meter

West side WDA 10x East side

2° Light
1°
source

Figure 20. OTS characterization

Procedure:

- Set up the system like displayed in Figure 18 on page 75.

- Remove the safety dust cover from the OFA (slot 6).

- Disconnect the fiber at the output of the OFA (slot 6) second stage.

- Connect the PM to the output using a patchcord.

- Place the safety dust cover on the OFA (slot 6).

- The PM measure xx dBm + 0.5 (see note).

- Record the mean optical power measured.

- Clean the customer fiber and re-connect the fiber.

- Repeat the test for the output of the OFA (slot 3).

NOTE: The output value measured by PM is in compliance with the value set down during he amplifier
output power adjustment.

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[Link]. Automatic power shutdown (APSD)

WADM Test log, paragraph 7.2.

In presence of a cable break in the OTS section the system is expected to shutdown the amplifiers adjacent
to the amplifier which is not receiving optical signal.

The purpose of this test is to verify the correct operation of the ALS mechanism in a WDM section.

Procedure:

- Set-up the system like displayed in the Figure 18 on page 75.

- Be sure the internal Protection Shutdown is enabled.

- Set the system with traffic running in error free operation.

- Connect the OSA to the relevant monitoring points provided by the Optical Signal Monitor modules.

- Verify that the optical signal is present in each point under measurement.

- Remove safety dust cover.

- Verify that APSD is performed.
- Verify an ABN signal at the receive side of the span.
- Check that during the AL APSD S the supervision channel is still present.
- Check the alarms related to the section interested in the break.
- Re-place the safety dust cover.

- Check that the transmission restart after 180 seconds (max).

[Link]. OSC Characterization

WADM log, paragraph 7.3 on page 6.

Procedure:

Use the analog measurement command to read the value of the OSC_PWR_OUT from channel A and B
(0 dBm to +3 dBm) and the incoming PWR to channel A and B (-48 dBm to –20 dBm).

If the attenuation of span (shown in table Span Losses of LTD) is < 20 dB and > 15 dB, is necessary to insert
a 7 dB attenuator at the OSC unit input.

If, on the contrary, the attenuation of span is lower than 15 dB and higher than 7 dB, is necessary to insert a
15 dB attenuator at the OSC unit input.

Concerning the practical inserting operation see the technical manual.

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3.4.13. OCH Characterization

WADM log, paragraph 8 on page 7.

The aim of this procedure is to check for the absence of errors and to measure the optical power at the
Output of the TRB (points R in the optical level diagram).

If the DCU is present, is necessary to remove it during the test and replace it with an attenuator with the
same value of attenuation of the DCU.

The measures must be done at the Optical Distributor Frame (when foreseen).

Procedure:

- Set up the system like displayed in Figure 21 on page 85 without using the daisy chain.
- Check that each channel has been provisioned and verify that it is properly working (no alarms, no
conditions,...).
- Connect each channel to the STM-16/STM64 test set
- Verify no error and wait until the BER calculation reach 10 -11.
- Disconnect the test set and repeat this measurement for the other 3 channels.
- Disconnect the fiber at the TRB output connection.
- Connect it with a patch chord to the PM.
- Record the mean optical power measured.
- Disconnect the patch chord of the PM
- Clean the customer fiber and connect the fiber to the TRB output connection.
- Repeat for each channel (west and east side).

Ch/2 Ch/3 Ch/4 Ch/5 Ch/9 Ch/8 Ch/7 Ch/6

OFA OFA
slot 3 WDA 10x slot 6

1° Att. DCU 2°

A West side East side A

2° DCU Att. 1°

WDA 10x

Ch/2 Ch/3 Ch/4 Ch/5 Ch/9 Ch/8 Ch/7 Ch/6

STM16/64 Test Set

Tx Rx

Figure 21. OCH Characterization

A (dB) = span attenuator + (span loss).

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3.4.14. Optical power measurement by OSM

WADM Test log, paragraph 9.

The measurements can be performed at the monitoring points provided by the OSM module.

The monitoring points present in the OSM module are:

- Amp1-in and Amp1-out2 for the input and the output of the Amplifier (OFA west/east) positioned in the
slot 3.

- Amp2-in and Amp2-out2 for the input and the output of the Amplifier (OFA west/east) positioned in the
slot 6.

Be sure the power meter has a 1550 nm measurement configuration

Procedure:

- Set up the system like displayed in Figure 18 on page 75.

- Connect the PM to the input OFA west/east (slot 3) monitoring point present in the OSM module in the
Line Shelf.

- Record the optical power

- Repeat the test for the out-2 of the OFA west/east (Slot 6).

- Repeat the test for the out-2 of the OFA east/ west (Slot 3).

- Verify with the OSA that all lambda’s are available and check the correct wavelenght

NOTE: The optical power at monitoring point Amp2-in (input of the OFA east/ west (Slot 6)) will be measured
when testing next N.E.

[Link]. Transmitted spectrum check

Connect the OSA to output OFA west/east (Slot 6) monitoring point. Check all tributaries channels presence.
Check the OSNR, the value must overcome the minimum admitted value (no matter for channel balancing).

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3.4.15. Final check

WADM Test log, paragraph 11.

At the end you have to configure all the address in the correct sequence like shown here below.

1) Setting Ethernet port: Yes or No according to customer choice.

2) Setting ILA Lapd: User/Network according to customer choice.

3) Setting NSAP OS address: according to customer choice.

4) Setting NSAP Local: according to customer choice. After OK there will be an NE automatic reboot.
Close the NE view and CT application before to establish a new connection.

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3.5. Local test on BOADM (Non Regenerator OADM element with MDX board)

3.5.1. Introduction

This paragraph describes the test about BOADM. The results will be recorded in the test log.

ATTENTION

USE ALWAYS AN EARTH PROTECTION WRISTLET CONNECTED TO THE STUD OF THE

SUBRACK WHEN PULLING OR INSERTING BOARDS.

The document “Link Design Table” (LDT), released by the Project Manager, is requested for the NE tests
activity.

A document example for the “Link Design Table”, is contained in Link description table (LDT) with MDX
board. This document contains the necessary data for inter-stage and span attenuators computation.

A site location data to measure, is the installed fiber span attenuation (East direction for Terminal A and
West direction for terminal B), by means of OTDR instrument.

1640 WM Network Element

PASS–THROUGH
OSC OFA OFA OSC
EAST WEST
DROP ADD
filter filter
OADM

OADM
MDX4*

MDX4*
BMDX

BMDX

ADD DROP
filter filter
AGGREGATE AGGREGATE
SIGNAL SIGNAL

1 TRBD 1 1 TRBD 1
CMDX

CMDX

CLIENT SIGNALS
CLIENT SIGNALS

1 1
UP T O 60 B&W

UP T O 60 B&W

TRBD 7 7 TRBD

TRBD 1 1 TRBD
CMDX

CMDX

10 10
60 TRBD 7 7 TRBD 60

1626 LM Network Element

1640WM BOARDS 1626LM BOARDS

Figure 22. Greenfield installation with a 1640WM line in high capacity non-Regenerative OADM

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3.5.2. Visual Checks 1640 WM Network Element

OADM Test log, paragraph 5.

All circuit breakers in the PDU for the WDM under test have to be in the OFF position.

Be sure all fibers have been cleaned (See para.1.5.3 on page 11).

Procedure:

1) Check power A and B cabling are connected to PDU.

2) Check earth cabling is connected to Rack.

3) Check the optical fibers from the customer ODF to the optical interface tray placed above the
tributary shelf.

4) Check optical fiber from Rx OFA OUT to DMX IN (J3000) at trib. shelf1.

5) Check optical fiber from Tx OFA IN to MUX OUT (J3001) at trib. shelf1.

6) Check optical fiber from other trib. shelfs MUX OUT (J3001) to J4001 (trib. shelf1)

7) Check optical fiber from other trib. shelfs DMX IN (J3000) to J4000 (Trib. shelf1)

8) Check optical fiber are placed from Rx OFA IN to ODF of the Line

9) Check optical fiber are placed from Tx OFA OUT to ODF of the Line

10) Check the DCU connections (when existing) between the OUT of the first stage and the IN of the
second stage of the OFA

11) Check optical fibers from PUMP OFA to the OUT of the EPM (see Figure 11. on page 42)

12) Check fiber from OSC/Mon points at the OFA’s to the input AMP1/2 of the OSM and to OSC unit (see
Figure 11. on page 42).

13) Check LAN-HUB cabling (if required)

14) Cables must also be checked mechanically, which means that cable and connectors are fixed
correctly conform relevant specs.

15) All mechanical parts must be fixed properly.

WARNING
WHEN THE “EPMxxx” UNIT IS PRESENT IN THE CONFIGURATION, IT’S VERY
IMPORTANT THE CLEANESS OF THE “APC” CONNECTORS FROM “EPM & OFA
BOARDS AND THE LINKING FIBERS”.
FOR THIS OPERATION REFER TO THE PARAGRAPH 1.5.3 - Cleaning Procedure for
Optical Connectors on page 11 FOR THE PROCEDURE.

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3.5.3. Visual Checks 1626 LM Network Element

1) Check power A and B cabling are connected to TRU.

2) Check earth cabling is connected to Rack.

3) Check optical fibers connection (in relaction the configuration)

- ODF TRBD CMDX BMDX MDX 441

4) Check LAN-HUB cabling (if required).

5) Cables must also be checked mechanically, which means that cable and connectors are fixed correctly
conform relevant specs.

6) All mechanical parts must be fixed properly.

3.5.4. Operational checks 1640 WM Network Element

48V Main power checks

OADM Test log, paragraph 6.

The purpose of this test is to test the connection and value of the power of the PDU.

Procedure:

1) Verify all fuses are placed in the Power Distribution Unit and all circuit breakers are set OFF.

2) Verify A and B office power feeds are connected properly to the PDU.

ATTENTION: TPA 1 and TPB1 are directly connected to office battery A and B respectively.

3) Measure dc voltage at the PDU front panel test points, TP A1 and TP B1. These should be between
-42V and -56V referred to ground.

4) Measure dc voltage at the PDU front panel test points, TP A RTN and TP B RTN. These should be
between -5V and +5V referred to ground.

NOTE: Power distribution unit fuses are part of indicator alarm fuse kit. The 15 and 3-ampere fuse are
colour-coded red/blue. Only these fuses are authorised for use in the PDU.

3) Insert all units (clean optical connector).

4) Take off the fiber from Rx unit. (“W input” connector).

7) Set A side PDU circuit breaker CB A1 till CB A4 to ON position and check that the green power LED
on each unit lights up.

8) Verify from all units a red alarm is lighting up.

9) Verify ”CB/fuse ALM” and ”SEC ALM” at the Top rack is lighting up.

10) Set A side PDU circuit breaker CB A1 till CB A4 to OFF position. Set B-side PDU circuit breaker CB
B1 till CB B4 to ON position and check that the green LED on each unit lights up.

11) Verify from all units a red alarm is lighting up.

12) Verify ”CB/fuse ALM” and ”PRM ALM” at the Top rack is lighting up.

13) Set A side PDU circuit breaker CB A1 till CB A4 to ON position

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3.5.5. Operational Checks 1626 LM Network Element

1) Measure dc voltage at TRU. These should be between -42 V and -56 V referred to ground.

2) Measure dc voltage in power cable.

3) Take off the fiber from Rx unit ("W input" connector).

4) Set circuit bracker to ON position.

3.5.6. NE SW ETSI download

Refer to 3.2.6 - NE SW ETSI download on page 45.

OADM Test log, paragraph 7.

3.5.7. MDX 441* Main path VOA setting

Set the MDX 441* VOA at its minimum value.

In the "MDX losses adjustment" of the window, set the value at -7 (corresponding to 0 dB attenuation).

[Link]. BOADM losses adjustment

The goal of this step is to adjust the BOADM losses in pass through to 23 dB for a BOADM with MDX441*.

1640WM LT#1 1640WM LT#2

1626LM LT#1
70  @ 20dBm
or 23 dBm A1
ALC
BMDX

A2
BMDX
MDX 4*

MDX 4*

Ai
Input fiber
Pre-amplifier Booster
of preamplifier

EPM103

OSA
CMDX CMDX OSA
ASE noise power reference measurement
Pass through loss measurement

EPM103 optional
TRBD

TRBD

TRBD

TRBD

Figure 23. BOADM with MDX441*

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This procedure is based on pass-through insertion losses measurement. Once measured (and adjusted if
necessary) the losses (and forecast attenuators) are recorded in the “BOADM table” given in Annex F on
page 215 of this document.

For the BOADM site, the following losses adjustment is recommended:

Requirement:

- No EPM 103 connected (by software) to the pre-amplifier (OFA in 1640WM rack slot 6). If there is one,
the EPM103 has to be disconnected (by software) during all the adjustment.

- ALC from remote terminal (terminal station or BOADM site) disabled.

- OSA and power meter available.

- MDX441* installed and BOADM pre-cabling done.

- Patch cords.

- OFA in 1640WM slot 6 (pre-amplifier) present and working.

Procedure:

- The procedure is based on the ASE noise power of the pre-amplifier (OFA slot 6).

- No channel is present in BOADM (No tributary TRBD installed in BOADM).

- Disconnect the input fiber of preamplifier (see Figure 23 on page 91).

- The 1640WM OFA slot 6 is working: the only way to force the functioning of the OFA without input
power is to force (continuously during the measurement) the front panel button on the OFA slot 6 called
“SHUT DN OVRD I”.

To record the measurement and the calculated attenuator value, use the “BOADM: loss table of the pass-
through bands” (see Annex F on page 215).

Please refer to Figure 23 on page 91.

ASE noise power Reference measurement:

1. On the MDX441* (1640 WM LT #1) back plane unplug the DMX IN connector and connect it directly to
the OSA input.

2. Select the memory A on the OSA, measure the ASE profile with 0.1nm resolution and save it in the
memory A of the OSA.

3. Plug back the DMX IN connector to the MDX441*.

Pass-through loss measurement for all the bands:

1. Connect all the 10 band of the two BMDX1100 in pass-through.

2. Plug the OSA input directly to the MX OUT on the MDX441* (1640 WM LT #2). If a fiber is already
plugged, un-plug it for the measurement and plug it after.

3. Select the memory B on the OSA, measure the spectrum with 0.1nm resolution and save it in the
memory B of the OSA.

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4. Using the OSA function “Trace A-Trace B”, measure for each band the path loss at the wavelength in
the middle of the band. The wavelength in the middle of the band are described in the table below.

5. Record each value in the “Measured Insertion Loss” column (see Annex F on page 215).

6. The value of the band attenuator is = 23 dB "measured insertion loss".

7. Place the attenuator at the BMDX input for the bands used in pass-through mode (indicated in LDT in
“Pass-through bands”).

8. Record the determined attenuator value in the “additional attenuator” column (see Annex F on page
215).

9. Repeat point 6, 7, 8 for each band used in pass-through mode (indicated in LDT  "Pass through
bands")

TBD

Figure 24. Table of the wavelengths in the middle of the band about BMDX 1100

3.5.8. Tributaries provisionning

Provision for all other boards.

Procedure:

1) Software provisioning.

2) Plug the tributaries board.

3) Provision the output power of all the tributaries at their minimum and default value: -24 dBm for
TRBD1011/1111.

4) Read End of Life margin from LDT and set LTCER value following the table below:

Board type EoL Margin > 1 dB EoL Margin  1 dB

TRBD 1111 10-3 10-4

TRBD 1011 10-3 10-4

To set LTCER you have to select each transponder then OCHA  Port  BER threshold configuration
in "Low Threshold set" enter the value of table above.

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3.5.9. DCU Losses check

The purpose of this test is to verify the goodness of the DCU before to adjust the OFA Inter-Stage value at
Link test level by using the Craft Terminal.

Procedure:

If the DCU is present, check for its loss in this way:

First
stage DCU Second
stage

A B

1- Unplug the second stage input connector of the OFA (B). In order to make the Optical Amplifiers
emitting, when the Input of the second stage (point B) is disconnected (to connect the Power Meter), a
light source must be connected to the first stage Input or simply pressing SHUT DN OVRD (shut down
override) on the front panel of the OFA.

2- Measure the optical power in the B point

3- Measure the optical power in the A point

4- Check for the DCU losses “V” = A – B. If they are out of specification (see Table “DCU” on LDT - Link
description table (LDT) with MDX board, change the DCU.

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3.5.10. ALC output power adjustment

The aim of this step is to tune the ALC output power and to set the booster input power.

1. In the equipment view, select the MDX441 (at operator interface, the MDX441* unit is managed as a
MDX441)

2. In the board menu, select “Optical power level configuration”

3. The ALC must be enabled and its level (“optical power level- Output combiner”) set to the value given in
the following table according to the channel count and the booster tuning type given in the Link
Description Table:

Channel Booster Input Power for C-band (dBm)

count
Tuning 1 Tuning 2 Tuning 3

1 to 10 -8 -8 -9

11 to 13 -7 -8

14 to 16 -6 -7

17 to 20 -5 -6

NB: There are 3 amplifiers tuning types as a function of channels number in full loading:

1: +17dBm for 40 channels and +20dBm for 80 channels

2: +17dBm for 80 channels

3: +20dBm for 40 channels and +23dBm for 80 channels

4. Verify with CT/SH that the booster input power is in agreement with the setting of the ALC level (within
1dB). If not, it may be necessary to change the MDX441*.

5. Connect the "W input" connector in the TRBD board.

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3.5.11. Span losses adjustment

Link Test log, paragraph 4.

span loss

SITE N SITE N+1

Procedure:

- Measure the real span losses between the output connector of the OFA on side “n” and the input
connector of the OFA on side “n+1” by OTDR or using our amplifier like light source, but tuned on its
minimum power (+10 dBm).

- Sum to this value the “Minimum in-line attenuator” (relevant to the span under test) specified in the LDT.
“L” = Measured span losses + Minimum in-line attenuator.

- Compare the “L” value with the one specified in the LDT (Span losses site n to site n+1).

- If “L” value is greater than or equal to the LDT one –1dB (span losses site n to site n+1), place at the
output of the OFA (site n) an attenuator with value equal to the “Minimum In-Line attenuator” (LDR
rack).

- Perform a new fiber losses measurement (“ML” = attenuator plus fiber).

- If “ML” value is equal to the “LDT” value + 0 / –1 dB (span losses site n to site n+1), the
adjustment is completed (if “NOT” place a new attenuator in order to reach the LDT value).

- If “ML” value is between the “LDT” value (span losses site n to site n+1) and the LDT bracket
value, the adjustment is completed but the “project manager” has to be informed.

- If “ML” value is greater than the LDT bracket value, the adjustment is completed but the project
manager has to be informed and the link will not be delivered to the customer without the project
manager permission.

- If “L” value is lower than the LDT one, an attenuator has to be added at the output of the OFA in the site
n. The value of the fix attenuator to be added is:

V = LDT value (site n to site n+1) – Measured span losses ATTENUATOR VALUE
0<= V <= 1 No ATTENUATOR
1<= V <= 2 1 dB
2 <= V <= 3 2 dB
Etc. Etc.

- Repeat the measure of the span loss (attenuator plus fiber) and the measured value must be lower
(within 1 dB) than or equal to the LDT one. The attenuator can be modified in order to fulfill this
requirement but its value must never be lower than the “Minimum in-line attenuator” specified in the
LDT.

The “plug-in” attenuator must be inserted directly on the OFA second stage output connector (under the
protection cover).

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3.5.12. OFA output power adjustment

To perform this test, you have to connect the Terminal Station with the span (without loopback).

Before to do this operation, the span attenuation adjustment must be done.

Moreover the LDT table must be available.

Procedure:

1) For each amplifier of the link, read in the LDT, its tuning type.

2) Find, using the tuning table above, for the amplifier, the output power corresponding to its tuning type
and to the channel count of the span (be careful of the channel count with an OADM or a WADM in the
link).

Channel count Amplifier Tuning Type

1 2 3
1 to 10 +14dBm +14dBm
11 to 13 +15dBm +14dBm +15dBm
14 to 16 +16dBm +16dBm
17 to 20 +17dBm +17dBm

NB: There are 3 amplifiers tuning types as a function of channels number in full loading:

1: +17dBm for 40 channels and +20dBm for 80 channels

2: +17dBm for 80 channels

3: +20dBm for 40 channels and +23dBm for 80 channels

3) Provision this power:

- Select equipment view

- Select the OFA that needs to be adjusted

- Select the rack, then the shelf and finally the OFA to end up in the “OFA view”

- The “amplifier settings” window is located in the “board” menu.

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3.5.13. OFA interstage adjustment

BOOSTER PROCEDURE

The inter-stage losses adjustment has to be performed once all the amplifiers output power and the ALC are
provisioned.

- All the OFA output power have been provisioned.

- ALC provisioned

- DCU installed (If required)

Procedure:

It is recommended to provision the line sequentially from the booster to the pre-amplifier.

Constant=36 if the booster is an OFA312 or OFA412

Constant=30 if the booster is an OFA314

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Procedure:

In the equipment view, select the OFA that needs

to be adjusted (select the rack, then the shelf and
finally the OFA to end up in the so-called “OFA view”)

In the board menu, select “Amplifier settings”

Read the value specified

in the “Mid-stage losses”and “Gain” field.
The losses value should be equal
to “constant - Gain”±0.5dB.

Calculate “new mid-stage VOA attenuation” =

“current provisioned VOA attenuation + constant
Gain Mid-stage losses ”

Provision the VOA attenuation to the calculated

“new mid-stage VOA attenuation”.Click “OK”.
Wait for 30 seconds.

In the board menu, select “Amplifier settings”

Check that
Mid-stage losses +Gain = Constant+/-0.5dB.

Is the installed channel True

count above the critical
channel count by LDT?

Check that
“mid-stage VOA attenuation”
is above or equal to the minimum VOA
attenuation specified in
the LDT.

Provision the LDT “minimum VOA attenuation “ value Click “OK”,

in “Mid-stage VOA attenuation” adjustment completed

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[Link]. Stand alone stability test

The aim of this procedure is to check for the absence of errors.

If DCU is present, is necessary to remove it during the test and replace it with an attenuator with the same
value of attenuation of the DCU.

The mesaures must be done at the ODF (Optical Distributor Frame).

1640 WM LT #1 1626 LM LT #1 1640 WM LT #2

SPAN SPAN
ATTENUATOR ATTENUATOR

MDX441*
MDX441*

BMDX

BMDX
A A

CMDX CMDX

T T T T
R R R R
B B B B
D D D D

STM 64 TEST SET

A (dB) = Span Loss - Span Attenuator

Figure 25. BOADM Stand alone stability test

Procedure:

1) Set the BOADM like Figure 25 on page 100.

2) If DCU is present, is necessary to remove it during the test and replace it with an attenuator with the
same value of attenuation of the DCU.

3) Provision the preamplifier

a) In the equipment view, select the OFA that needs to be adjusted (select the rack, then the shelf
and finally the OFA to end up in the so-called “OFA view”)
b) In the board menu, select “Amplifier settings”
c) If the installed channel count is below or equal the Critical Channel count of the link (see LDT),
provision the minimum VOA attenuation parameter to the LDT value “minimum VOA attenuation”.
Go to step 5.
d) If the installed channel count is above the Critical channel count of the link (see LDT), provision
the minimum VOA attenuation to 0 dB
e) Check that the margin value is the one specified in the LDT, if not provision the correct value.
f) Close “Amplifier settings”.
g) In the board menu, select “MSV configuration”
h) Press the “Calculate Mid-stage VOA attenuation”
i) Click “OK”, the inter-stage tuning is completed.

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At the Tx side:

- Modify the output power of each tributary (all together) increasing it by step of 1 dB.

At the Rx side:

- Monitor the pre-amplifier output using on OSA connected to the OSM board (OUT2 of AMP2 for the slot
6).

- Compare the OSNR of each channel with the table above.

- If OSNR is within target OSNR of table above and target OSNR of table above +1,5 dB, then the
position of the channel is complete and you can pass to next channel until at the final channel.

3.5.14. Check Alarms OFF

OADM Test log, paragraph 9.

Connect every channel in daisy chain configuration, Input a PRBS signal and check that all alarms lit-off.

3.5.15. Final check

OADM Test log, paragraph 10.

At the end you have to configure all the address in the correct sequence like shown here below.

1) Setting Ethernet port: Yes or No according to customer choice.

2) Setting terminal Lapd: User/Network according to customer choice.

3) Setting NSAP OS address: according to customer choice.

4) Setting NSAP Local: according to customer choice. After OK there will be an NE automatic reboot.
Close the NE view and CT application before to establish a new connection.

Reconnect the DCU (if present).

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3.6. LINK TEST
3.6.1. Introduction

This document is a test specification and describes the tests of the 1640 WM with 1626LM.

The purpose of the tests is to assure:

• The correct functionality of a terminal to terminal 1640 WM with 1626LM.

• Good connections between the 1640 WM network elements exist.

The results will be recorded in the LINK Test log. The tests in this document will be performed at the various
customer locations.

ATTENTION

USE ALWAYS AN EARTH PROTECTION WRISTLET CONNECTED TO THE STUD OF

THE SUBRACK WHEN PULLING OR INSERTING BOARDS.

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3.6.2. Channel output power fine balancing
3.6.3. Link Test log, paragraph 5

The purpose of this step is to balance all the channels to aqualize their performances.

Note: The TRBD1110/1111 does not support the FEC_LTCER_WDM alarm.

[Link]. Link from Terminal to Terminal

The purpose of this step is to equalize coarsely the performances of the installed channels.

This procedure is applicable for either point-to-point links or links with BOADM and WADM.

In case of links with BOADM or WADM, provision the channels of the BOADM or WADM in pass-through
traffic.

N.B.: About BOADM, for pass-through you have to use the relative attenuator with the value
calculated in "BOADM losses adjustment" step; no use patch cord!

Conditions:

Channels installed and provisioned at their minimum power

The target OSNR is available in the LDT if it isn’t specified consider the table below:

TRBD1111 TRBD1011

Target OSNR (*) for Reference link 17.5dB/0.1nm 20dB/0.1nm

(*) : The “OSNR Target” is indicated in LDT.

At the Receive terminal:

1. Monitor the pre-amplifier output (OSNR measurement) using an OSA connected to the OSM board.

2. Modify if necessary the balancing (using Link Tool or manually) of the channels so that their OSNR are
equals within 1.5dB.

3. Compare the OSNR value of each channel to the system target OSNR. If the OSNR of all the
channels is within system target OSNR and system target OSNR +1.5dB, then the channel
balancing is complete. If not, go to 1.

If in the link there are some WADM Network Element, when you are in these sites (WADM), you have to
measure and record the optical power level of each wavelenghts (incoming and outgoing). Record it in
table of Annex G on page 216.

4. If there is no possibility to complete the channel balancing, inform the project manager.

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[Link]. Link with a Band-OADM

A global channel balancing is needed:

GLOBAL CHANNEL BALANCING FOR A LINK

OADM
Station 1: OSA Station 2 :
Tx : 1,…p OSNR measurement
for channels
1,…,p : express

’p+1,…’q : added

OADM Rx : OSA
OSNR measurement OADM Tx :
for channels ’p+1,…’q : Add
p+1,…,q : Drop

Figure 26. Link with a BOADM

The OSNR target for the dropped channel is the OSNRtarget +1.5dB penalty due to the non optimised CD in
the corresponding site.

Conditions:

- OSA in all receiver sites (BOADM and terminal) (see Figure 26 on page 104).

- 1 person in the transmit site, 1 in the BOADM site and 1 in the receiver side.

- Use the table given in Annex I on page 218 to record the OSNR measurement results.

Procedure:

In BOADM site, provision the add-drop channels.

At all the Receive terminals (BOADM site and standard terminal).

1. Monitor the pre-amplifier output (OSNR measurement) using an OSA connected to the OSM board.

2. Modify if necessary the balancing (using link tool or manually) of all the channels (add-drop and pass-
through channels of BOADM) so that their OSNR are equals within 1.5 dB.

3. Compare the OSNR value of each channel to the system target OSNR. If the OSNR of all the channels
is within system target OSNR and system target OSNR +1.5 dB, then the channel balancing is
complete. If not go to 1.

4. If there is no possibility to complete the channel balancing, inform the project manager.

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[Link]. Link with a WADM

- Enable the Add/Drop channel in the WADM

- Set the output power level of the added channel in order to obtain the same power level value of the
channel in pass-through configuration (see Annex H on page 217).

- Use the OSA to perform this measurement.

3.6.4. Commissioning sequences of a greenfield with re-use of 1640WM 2.5Gb/s tributaries

TBC
The steps remain the same. Only the following changes have to be taken into account:

In "Tributaries provisioning": First provision the 1626LM tributaries then the TRB30x. The minimum output
power is obtained for a pre-emphasis of –6dB which corresponds to –15dBm. The tributary output power
must be checked at the backplane.

In "Channel Output power coarse adjustment": the target OSNR for TRB30x @2.5Gb/s is 12dB/0.1nm. First
equalize the TRBD1011/1111 channels then the TRB30x.

In "Channel Output Power Fine Balancing": First balance the TRBD1110/1111 channels then the TRB30x.

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3.7. 1626LM with 1640WM - UPGRADE

3.7.1. Introduction

This part proposes the upgrade procedure with the 1626LM R1.0 of in-traffic systems installed with the
1640WM. This procedure deals with a system upgrade whatever the number of already installed and
balanced channels or with the first installation of the 21st channel (of 1626LM R1.0) to the 80th channels
with 20 channels already installed and balanced according to the commissioning procedure.

The procedure applies to the following system upgrade configurations:

- upgrade of an already in-traffic 1640WM stand-alone system

- with TCS401 unit: the TRBD1011/1111 are connected to the CMDX units, themselves connected
to the BMDX unit. The BMDX Output (respectively Input on DMUX side) on MUX side is connected
to the TCS 2:1 input (respectively 1:2 output).

- With WDA10x unit: the TRBD1011/1111 are directly connected to the WDA10x units.

- With MDX34x unit: the TRBD1011/1111 are directly connected to the MDX34x units.

- upgrade of an already in-traffic 1626LM R1.0 (with 1640WM line) system

- The TRBD1110/1111 are directly connected to the CMDX units.

Each upgrade phase has to be performed by adding 20% of the already installed channels (example for a
first installation of 26 channels: 1) installation of the first 20 channels according to the commissioning
procedure; 2) installation of 4 other channels according to this upgrade procedure; 3) installation of the 2
last channels according to the same upgrade procedure).

Restriction: This edition1.0 only deals with systems already installed with the 1640WM and that have to be
upgraded with the 1626LM R1.0 in C-band only.

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1640 WM system upgrade: loading plan examples

11
10
9
8
CHANNEL LOADING ORDER

6
5
4
ALC FORBIDDEN
3
RANGE; UP TO 32 CH
2
8 CHANNELS AT 200GHz ALREADY INSTALLED
1

0
195.9
195.8
195.7
195.8
195.5
195.4
195.3
195.2
195.1
195.0
194.9
194.8
194.7
194.8
194.5
194.4
194.3
194.2
194.1
194.0
193.9
193.8
193.7
193.8
193.5
193.4
193.3
193.2
193.1
193.0
192.9
192.8
192.7
192.8
192.5
192.4
192.3
192.2
192.1
192.0
191.9
1640 WM–TCS 1626 LM FREQUENCY (THz)

The ALC is needed up to 32 channels (ALC turned Off from the 33 nd ch) and while the ALC (194THz) is
used, the channels from 194.25 to 193.75 are forbidden. In figure is given an example of configuration with 8
chs installed at 200GHz with the 1640 WM (TCS) and 72 chs added by group of 8 at 50GHz spacing.

Figure 27. 1640 WM TCS–based with 8 channels installed, and 1626 LM: loading plan over G.652

22
21
20
19
18
17
16
15
CHANNEL LOADING ORDER

14
13
12
11 40th ch
10
9
30th ch
8 ALC FORBID-
7 DEN RANGE;
6 UP TO 32 CH
5
4
3
2 8 CHANNELS AT 200GHz ALREADY INSTALLED
1
0
195.9
195.8
195.7
195.8
195.5
195.4
195.3
195.2
195.1
195.0
194.9
194.8
194.7
194.8
194.5
194.4
194.3
194.2
194.1
194.0
193.9
193.8
193.7
193.8
193.5
193.4
193.3
193.2
193.1
193.0
192.9
192.8
192.7
192.8
192.5
192.4
192.3
192.2
192.1
192.0
191.9

FREQUENCY (THz)
1640 WM–TCS 1626 LM: UP TO 40 CH AT 100GHz 1626 LM: UP TO 80 CH AT 50GHz

The ALC is needed up to 32 channels (ALC turned Off from 31 st ch) and while the ALC (194THz) is used,
the channels from 194.25 to 193.75 are forbidden. In figure is given an example of configuration with 8
channels installed at 200GHz with the 1640 WM (TCS) and 32 chs added with the 1626 LM to reach 40 chs
at 100GHz spacing or 72 chs added with the 1626 LM to reach 80 channels at 50GHz spacing.

Figure 28. 1640 WM TCS–based with 8 channels installed, and 1626 LM: loading plan over G.652

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 11 C100
10
C90
9 C80
8 C70
CHANNEL LOADING ORDER

7 C60
6 C50
5 C40
4
C30
3 C20
2 C10
1
0
195.9
195.8
195.7
195.8
195.5
195.4
195.3
195.2
195.1
195.0
194.9
194.8
194.7
194.8
194.5
194.4
194.3
194.2
194.1
194.0
193.9
193.8
193.7
193.8
193.5
193.4
193.3
193.2
193.1
193.0
192.9
192.8
192.7
192.8
192.5
192.4
192.3
192.2
192.1
192.0
191.9
FREQUENCY (THz)

The ALC is needed up to 32 channels (ALC turned Off from the 33 rd channel) and while the ALC (194THz)
is used, the channels from 194.25 to 193.75 are forbidden. There is only one upgrade configuration with
1626 LM TRBDs directly connected to MDX3 boards. Hence the mux/demux scheme is the one of the 1640
WM. So, there is no reason to modify the classic 1640 WM loading plan based on MDX boards, valid
whatever the fibre type.

Figure 29. 1640 WM MDX–based with 8 channels installed, and 1626 LM: loading plan over G.652

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[Link]. Sequences test in the equipment basic configuration

In the Figure 30 on page 109, Figure 31 on page 109 and Figure 32 on page 110 are showed some upgrade
configuration (about OADM upgrade it's like to an upgrade terminal).

Below it's described the sequences for upgrade and in the next chapter there are described all the single
step.

In reference to a generic WDM link (see Figure 33 on page 110), the sequence is divided in Local test and
Link Test.

TRB TCS401 1640WM BOARDS

1 1
8:1 Mux/
De m ux 1 UP TO 40 OFA OSC
TRB 8 @100GHz GRID

2:1 Co m biner
5:1 Mux/
ADD

Dem ux
filter
UP to 80

/Splitter
TRB 1
@50GHz GRID
UP TO 80 B&W CLIENT SIGNALS

8:1 Mux/
Demux

DROP
5 filter
TRB 8
40

1626LM BOARDS
TRBD 1
CMDX

1
TRBD 8
BMDX1000

TRBD 1
CMDX

10
UP TO 80–N
80 TRBD 8 @50GHz grid

Figure 30. Upgrade of the 1640WM based on TCS401 in line terminal configuration

TRB 1640WM BOARDS

1 1
UP TO 40
@100GHz GRID 1626LM BOARDS
MDX3x2
UP TO 80 B&W CLIENT SIGNALS

TRB 8

OFA OSC
TRBD 40
ADD
filter
MDX4x1

UP to 80
@50GHz GRID
DROP
TRBD 1 filter
UP TO 40
@100GHz GRID
MDX3x3

80 TRBD 40

Figure 31. Upgrade of the 1640WM based on MDX in line terminal configuration

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 EAST OSC 1ST STAGE LINE AMPLIFIERS 2ND STAGE OSC WEST
DROP ADD
filter filter
AGGREGATE AGGREGATE
SIGNAL SIGNAL
ADD DROP
filter filter
OSC 2ND STAGE 1ST STAGE OSC

OADM 4+4 (WDA1xx board)

TRBD

TRBD
TRB

TRB
1640WM BOARDS
1626LM BOARDS
14 14

Figure 32. 1640WM system upgrade with 1626LM transponders in WADM configuration

LT LR Low High capacity OR LT

1 capacity 1
MUX/DEMUX

MUX/DEMUX

MUX/DEMUX
MUX/DEMUX

B&W OR B&W

SCHEME
SCHEME

Client Client
signals signals

N N
OADM

TERMINAL ILA TERMINAL

WADM
OADM

TERMINAL WADM OADM

Local Test Local Test Local Test
Step Description Step Description Step Description
2 New trib. first provision. 2 New trib. first provision. 1 OADM losses adjustm.
3 ALC re-adjustment 3 ALC re-adjustment 2 New trib. first provision.
4 MDX441 main path VOA re-setting 5 All OFAs output power re-adjustm. 3 ALC re-adjustment
5 All OFAs output power re-adjustm. 6 All OFAs inter-stage losses re-adjustm. 4 MDX441 main path VOA re-setting
6 All OFAs inter-stage losses re-adjustm. 5 All OFAs output power re-adjustm.
6 All OFAs inter-stage losses re-adjustm.

ILA
Local Test Link Test
Step Description Step Description
5 All OFAs output power re-adjustm. 7 New tributaries coarse output power tuning
6 All OFAs inter-stage losses re-adjustm. 8 Channel balancing

Figure 33. 1640WM system upgrade

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3.7.2. Upgrade sequences

As each upgrade has to be performed by adding 20% of the already installed channels, the upgrade
sequences must respect the order of the following step:

1) Local test in each sites

2) Link test

The steps 1) and 2) have to be performed for every adding of the channels.
For each item 1) and 2) respect the steps order shown in Figure 33 on page 110.
The steps are described below.

3.7.3. STEP 1 - OADM losses adjustment (all paths) (local test)

[Link]. 1640WM OADM (Non Regenerative Back-to-Back Terminal)

This step only applies to a system with one 1640WM OADM high capacity (1640WM Non-Regenerative
Back-to-Back Terminal).

The purpose of this step is to equalize the losses of the OADM path (using the measurement and the
calculated attenuator values recorded during the 1640WM link commissioning) especially in order to have
the same attenuation on the pass-through channels and not to modify their relative power at the booster
input.

For the OADM site, the following losses adjustment is recommended:

Requirement:

- For the 1640WM C-band OADM, the “loss table of the pass-through channels ” is available (these
losses have been measured during the commissioning of the 1640WM link and required attenuator
value have been calculated).

Procedure:

1) Read the determined attenuator value in the “Additional attenuator (dB)” column of the “loss table of the
pass-through channels”.
2) Place the corresponding attenuator, if required, using the socket and its support for each new channels
used in pass-through.

[Link]. 1626LM R1.0 B-OADM

This step only applies to a system with 1626LM B-OADM either with a MDX441*.

The purpose of this step is to equalize the losses of the B-OADM path (using the measurement and the
calculated attenuator values recorded during the 1626LM link commissioning) especially in order to have the
same attenuation on the pass-through bands and not to modify the relative power of their channels at the
booster input.

Requirement:

- For the 1626LM B-OADM, the “loss table of the pass-through bands” is available (these losses have
been measured during the commissioning of the 1626LM link and required attenuator value have been
calculated).

Procedure to follow for each new BMDX band used in pass-through mode:

1) Read the determined attenuator value in the “Additional attenuator (dB)” column of the “loss table of the
pass-through bands”.
2) Place the corresponding attenuator, if required, at the BMDX input for the new band used in pass-
through mode.

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3.7.4. STEP 2 - New tributaries first provisionning (local test)

The purpose of this step is to provision the new tributaries to be able to correctly re-adjust the line, without
any impact on the working channels.

This step can be done in all terminals (Terminal station and 1640WM OADM site or 1626LM B-OADM site –
if there is - and also in WADM (4+4) site – if there is -).

In links with 1640 WM OADM, WADM (4+4) and 1626 LM BOADM first the channels in pass-through must
be provisioned at the LT. Then channels in add-drop have to be installed.

[Link]. 1640WM terminal or OADM Non Regenerative Back to Back Terminal installed with MDX
boards

1) Before plugging the new 1626LM tributary boards, unplug the corresponding “W Output” front panel
connectors.

2) Plug the tributary boards corresponding to the new channels.

3) Tune the output power of these tributaries at their minimum (default value): -24dBm for
TRBD1011/1111.

4) Wait for 1 minute. Plug back the connectors.

5) The “W Output” and “W Input” front panel connectors of each 1626LM TRBD board has to be
connected to the back plane of the 1640WM MDX34x board according to the MDX34x back plane
scheme and following the MDX34x cabling table.

[Link]. 1640WM terminal installed with TCS board

1) Before plugging the new 1626LM tributary boards, unplug the corresponding “W Output” front panel
connectors.

2) Plug the 1626LM tributary boards corresponding to the new channels.

3) Tune the output power of these tributaries at their minimum (default value): -24dBm for
TRBD1011/1111.

4) Wait for 1 minute. Plug back the connectors.

5) The “Output” front panel connector of the BMDX board (Mux) has to be connected to the TCS401 board
back plane at the bottom part of the TRIB shelf #1 to the MX_AUX J3001 connector and the “Input”
front panel connector of the BMDX board (Demux) has to be connected to the TCS401 board back
plane at the top part of TRIB shelf #1 to the DMX_AUX J3000 connector.

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[Link]. 1640WM link with WDA10x boards

Note that the WDA10x board is located in the slot #10 of the 1640WM TRIB shelf (same location as the
MDX441 or the TCS401).

1) Before plugging the new 1626LM tributary boards, unplug the corresponding “W Output” front panel
connectors.

2) Plug the 1626LM tributary boards corresponding to the new channels.

3) Tune the output power of these tributaries at their minimum (default value): -24dBm for
TRBD1011/1111.

4) Wait for 1 minute. Plug back the connectors.

5) The “W Output” and “W Input” front panel connectors of each 1626LM TRBD board has to be
connected to the back plane of the 1640WM WDA10x board (located in the slot 10 of the 1640WM
TRIB shelf), according to the WDA10x back plane and cabling scheme.

[Link]. 1626LM terminal or B-OADM

1) Before plugging the new 1626LM tributary boards, unplug the corresponding “W Output” front panel
connectors.

2) Plug the tributary boards corresponding to the new channels.

3) Tune the output power of these tributaries at their minimum (default value): -24dBm for
TRBD1011/1111.

4) Wait for 1 minute. Plug back the connectors.

5) The “W Output” and “W Input” front panel connectors of each 1626LM TRBD board has to be
connected to the front panel of the 1626LM CMDX board.

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3.7.5. STEP 3 - ALC re-adjustment (local test)

The purpose of this step is to re-adjust if necessary the booster input power according to the new total
number of channels installed in order not to impact the line flatness and to launch a sufficient power to
guarantee the system performance, as long as the total number of channels is below 33. Above 32 channels
the ALC is not needed.

[Link]. ALC in a 1640WM/1626LM terminal station

The ALC has to be enabled as long as the channel count remains below (or equal to) 32 channels for
1640WM stand alone links and below (or equal to) 32 channels for 1626LM R1.0 links.

If the total channel count is below (or equal to) 32 (1640WM) or 32 (1626LM), to adjust the ALC according to
the following procedure:

1) In the equipment view, select the MDX441 (even for MDX441*) or the TCS401

2) In the board menu, select “Optical power level configuration”

3) For a channel count lower than (or equal to) 32 (1640WM) or 32 (1626LM), the ALC must be enabled
and its level (“optical power level - Output combiner”) set to the value given in the following table
according to the channel count and the booster tuning type (given in LDT):

Channel Booster Input Power for C-band (dBm)

count
Tuning 1 Tuning 2 Tuning 3
1 to 10 -8 -9
11 to 13 -7 -8
14 to 16 -6 -7
17 to 20 -8 -6
21 to 24 -5
-5
25 to 30 -4
31 to 40 -3

1: +17dBm for 40 channels and +20dBm for 80 channels

2: +17dBm for 80 channels

3: +20dBm for 40 channels and +23dBm for 80 channels

4) To verify thanks to CT that the booster input power is in respect with the setting of the ALC level (within
1dB).

If the total channel count is above 32(1640WM or 30(1626LM), the ALC must be disable:

1) When the 33rd (1640WM) or the 31st (1626LM) channel is installed, in the equipment view, select the
MDX441 (even for the MDX441*) or the TCS401

2) In the board menu, select “Optical power level configuration”

3) To disable the ALC.

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[Link]. ALC in a 1640WM OADM site (Non Regenerative Back-To-Back Terminal)

Note: The first amplifier located in the site following an OADM has to be considered as a booster.

The ALC has to be enabled as long as the channel count remains below (or equal to) 32 channels.

If the total channel count is below (or equal to) 32, to adjust the ALC according to the following procedure:

1) In the equipment view, select the MDX441 (even for MDX441*)

2) In the board menu, select “Optical power level configuration”

3) For a channel count lower than (or equal to) 32, the ALC must be enabled and its level (“optical power
level - Output combiner”) set to the value given in the following table according to the channel count and
the booster tuning type (given in LDT):

Channel count OADM Booster Input Power

for C-band (dBm)

Tuning 1 Tuning 3
1 to 10 -9 -9
11 to 13 -8 -8
14 to 16 -7 -7
17 to 20 -6
21 to 24 -5
-6
25 to 30 -4
31 to 40 -3

1: +17dBm for 40 channels and +20dBm for 80 channels

3: +20dBm for 40 channels and +23dBm for 80 channels

4) To verify thanks to CT that the booster input power is in respect with the setting of the ALC level (within
1dB). If not, it may be necessary to change the MDX441* board.

If the total channel count is above 32, the ALC must be disable:

1) When the 33rd channel is installed, in the equipment view, select the MDX441 (even for MDX441*)

2) In the board menu, select “Optical power level configuration”

3) To disable the ALC.

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[Link]. ALC in a 1626LM B-OADM site

Note: The first amplifier located in the site following a B-OADM has to be considered as a booster.

The ALC has to be enabled as long as the channel count remains below (or equal to) 30 channels.

If the total channel count is below (or equal to) 30, to adjust the ALC according to the following procedure:

1) In the equipment view, select the MDX441 (even for the MDX441*) or the TCS401

2) In the board menu, select “Optical power level configuration”

3) For a channel count lower than (or equal to) 30, the ALC must be enabled and its level (“optical power
level - Output combiner”) set to the value given in the following table according to the channel count and
the booster tuning type (given in LDT):

Channel count B-OADM Booster

Input Power (dBm)

Tuning 1
1 to 10 -9
11 to 13 -8
14 to 16 -7
17 to 20
21 to 24
-6
25 to 30
31 to 40

1: +17dBm for 40 channels and +20dBm for 80 channels

4) To verify thanks to CT that the booster input power is in respect with the setting of the ALC level (within
1dB). If not, it may be necessary to change the MDX441* or the TCS401 board.

If the total channel count is above 30, the ALC must be disable:

1) When the 31st channel is installed, in the equipment view, select the MDX441 (even for MDX441*) or
the TCS401

2) In the board menu, select “Optical power level configuration”

3) To disable the ALC.

[Link]. ALC in a 1640WM WADM(4+4) repeater site

No ALC re-adjustment is required. It is not required to disable the ALC.

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3.7.6. STEP 4 - MDX441 main path VOA re-setting (local test)

The purpose of this step is to re-adjust if necessary the booster input power according to the new total
number of channels installed in order not to impact the line flatness and to launch a sufficient power to
guarantee the system performance, when the ALC is disable and the total number of channels is above 32
(1640WM stand alone) or 30 (1626LM R1.0).

To note that for system upgrade with TCS401 board installed, there is no VOA on the board.

[Link]. For each 1640WM (stand alone) or 1626LM terminal station

At each upgrade phase, to check the total channel number:

1) If it is below (or equal to) 32 (1640WM stand alone) or 30 (1626LM R1.0) :

a) No re-tuning of the MDX VOA is required.

2) If it is above 32 (1640WM stand alone) or 30 (1626LM):

a) From the 33rd (1640WM) or 31st (1626LM) channel installed, check that ALC is disabled.

b) Read in the following table the booster input power targeted according to the total channel number
and the booster tuning type (given in LDT):

Channel Booster Input Power for C-band (dBm)

count
Tuning 1 Tuning 2 Tuning 3
31 to 40 -5 -8 -3
41 to 50 -4 -7 -2
51 to 62 -3 -6 -1
63 to 80 -2 -5 0

1: +17dBm for 40 channels and +20dBm for 80 channels

2: +17dBm for 80 channels

3: +20dBm for 40 channels and +23dBm for 80 channels

3) Thanks to CT, verify that the booster input power is in respect with the table above.

a) If it is, no VOA re-tuning is required

b) If not, adjust the MDX441 (or MDX441*) VOA in order to reach the booster input power targeted.

c) If it is not possible to reach the booster input power targeted even with MDX441 (or MDX441*)
VOA sets to its minimum:

- To tune the maximum available power at the booster input (Pin max) and reduce by “Pin
booster targeted – Pin max” the booster inter-stage losses (see STEP 6 - All OFAs inter-
stage losses re-adjustment procedure 1).

[Link]. For each 1640WM OADM and 1626LM B-OADM

No MDX441 (or MDX441*) VOA re-tuning is required whatever the channel number.

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3.7.7. STEP 5 - All OFAs output power re-adjustment (local test)

The purpose of this step is to re-adjust if necessary the output power of each amplifier of the line (including
the booster and the pre-amplifier of each terminal station) according to the new total number of channels
installed and to its tuning type defined in the LDT in order to launch a sufficient power to guarantee the
system performance and to not modify the line flatness.

Conditions:

The LDT table is available.

Procedure:

It is recommended to tune the line sequentially from the booster to the pre-amplifier.

1) For each amplifier of the link, read in the LDT, its tuning type.

2) Find, using the tuning table below, for each amplifier, the output power corresponding to its tuning type
and to the channel number of the span (be careful of the channel number in the span when an OADM
or a WADM or a B-OADM is present in the link).

Channel count Amplifier Tuning Type

1 2 3
1 to 10 +14dBm +14dBm
11 to 13 +15dBm +15dBm
14 to 16 +16dBm +16dBm
17 to 20 +14dBm +17dBm
21 to 24 +18dBm
+17dBm
25 to 30 +19dBm
31 to 40 +20dBm
41 to 50 +18dBm +15dBm +21dBm
51 to 62 +19dBm +16dBm +22dBm
63 to 80 +20dBm +17dBm +23dBm

1: +17dBm for 40 channels and +20dBm for 80 channels

2: +17dBm for 80 channels
3: +20dBm for 40 channels and +23dBm for 80 channels

3) If the table indicates a power different from the one currently tuned, select the amplifier site and tune
the new power:

a) Select equipment view

b) Select the OFA that needs to be adjusted:
- Select the rack, then the shelf and finally the OFA to end up in the “OFA view”
c) The “amplifier settings” window is located in the “board” menu.
d) Then adjust the OFA inter-stage following the dedicated procedure (see STEP 6 - All OFAs inter-
stage losses re-adjustment)
e) Check the next amplifier

4) If the table indicates the currently tuned power and the power of the previous OFA has been modified,
select the amplifier site and adjust the OFA inter-stage losses following the dedicated procedure (see
STEP 6 - All OFAs inter-stage losses re-adjustment). Check the next amplifier

5) If the table indicates the currently tuned power and the power of the preceding OFA has not been
modified, check the next amplifier.

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3.7.8. STEP 6 - All OFAs inter-stage losses re-adjustment (local test)

The purpose of this step is to re-adjust if necessary the inter-stage losses of each amplifier of the line
(including the booster and the pre-amplifier of each terminal station) according to its operating point to not
modify the line flatness.

The inter-stage losses adjustment has to be performed once all the amplifiers output power and the ALC (if
needed) are adjusted.

Conditions:

- All the OFA output power have been tuned.

- The ALC is adjusted

- All the DCU are installed

Procedure:

Procedure 1: for Booster

Note: On booster the “MSV functionality” is not available.

Constant=36 if the booster is an OFA312

Constant=30 if the booster is an OFA314

1) In the equipment view, select the OFA that needs to be adjusted (select the rack, then the shelf and
finally the OFA to end up in the so-called “OFA view”)

2) In the board menu, select “Amplifier settings”

3) Read the value specified in the “Mid-stage losses” and “Gain” field. The losses value should be equal to
“constant – Gain”± 0.5dB. If so, go to step 8), if not go to step 4).

4) Calculate “new mid-stage VOA attenuation” =“current provisioned VOA attenuation + constant – Gain –
Mid-stage losses ”

5) Provision the VOA attenuation to the calculated “ new mid-stage VOA attenuation”. Click “OK”. Wait for
30 seconds.

6) In the board menu, select “Amplifier settings”

7) Check that “Mid-stage losses +Gain” = “Constant”+/-0.5dB. If not, go to step 4). If so go to step 8).

8) Is the total installed channel number above the critical channel count ? If so go to step 11), if not go to
step 9).

9) Check that “mid-stage VOA attenuation” is above or equal to the minimum VOA attenuation specified in
the LDT. If so, go to step 11). If not, go to step 10).

10) The LDT “minimum VOA attenuation “ value in “Mid-stage VOA attenuation”.

11) Click “OK”, adjustment completed.

Note: the critical channel count is the minimum number of channels that are mandatory in order to avoid non
linear effect in the DCU.

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Procedure 2: For ILA and Pre-amplifier

1) In the equipment view, select the OFA that needs to be adjusted (select the rack, then the shelf and
finally the OFA to end up in the so-called “OFA view”)

2) In the board menu, select “Amplifier settings”

3) If the total installed channel number is below or equal to the Critical Channel count of the link (see
LDT), provision the “minimum VOA attenuation” parameter to the LDT value “minimum VOA
attenuation”. Go to step 5).

4) If the total installed channel number is above the Critical channel count of the link (see LDT), provision
the “minimum VOA attenuation” to 0 dB.

5) Check that the margin value is the one specified in the LDT, if not provision the correct value.

6) Close “Amplifier settings”.

7) In the board menu, select “MSV configuration”

8) Press the “Calculate Mid-stage VOA attenuation”

9) Click “OK”, the inter-stage tuning is completed.

Procedure 3: For WADM(4+4) repeaters

No inter-stage losses re-adjustment is required.

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3.7.9. STEP 7 - New tributaries coarse output power tuning (link test)

The purpose of this step is to tune the output power the new tributaries in order to obtain and coarsely
equalize the performances on these new channels.

This procedure is applicable for either point-to-point links or links with 1640WM OADM (Non Regenerative
Back-To-Back Terminal) or 1626LM B-OADM.

Conditions:

- New channels installed and tuned at their minimum power

- OFA tuned correctly (output power and inter-stage losses)

- Right booster input power (right ALC level if enabled)

- LDT available for “OSNR Target” (if LDT is not available to refer to the following reminder)

Reminder:

10Gb/s bit rate TRBD1011-1111 / TRB602 SFEC / TRB50x TRB601 / TRB602 FEC
TRC10x

Target OSNR for 17.5dB/0.1nm 18dB/0.1nm 19dB/0.1nm

Reference link

2.5Gb/s bit rate TRB30x

Target OSNR for 12dB/0.1nm

Reference link

If the system in-traffic is a 1626LM with B-OADM, then the OSNR target for the dropped channels is the
OSNR as previously defined with an additional penalty of 1.5dB (OSNR target +1.5dB) due to the not
optimized residual chromatic dispersion in the corresponding site.

Procedure:

1) At the Transmit station

Modify the output power of each new tributary concerned (one by one) increasing it by step of 0.5dB.

2) At the receive station

a) Check that no LTCER (on 1640WM TRB60x and TRC10x) alarm is raised on the already installed
channels.
b) Monitor the pre-amplifier output using an OSA connected to the OSM board (OUT2 of AMP2 for
the slot 6).
c) Compare the OSNR of the channel under installation to its target OSNR (*) .
d) If its OSNR is > its target OSNR (*) - 2dB, then the tuning for the new channel is complete. For
each other added channel go to 1).
e) When the tuning is complete for all new channels, go to Step 8 - Channel balancing.

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(*) Note 1: The OSNR to target depends on the target OSNR of the system already in-traffic:

- if the 1640WM system in-traffic operates at a bit rate of 2.5Gb/s, then the OSNR to target for the new
1626LM tributaries to install is the OSNR target corresponding to these new 1626LM tributaries.

- If the 1640WM system in-traffic operates at a bit rate of 10Gb/s, then the OSNR to target for the new
TRB1011 tributaries is the OSNR target corresponding to the 1640WM tributaries already in-traffic.

- If the system in-traffic is a 1626LM (only 1626LM TRBD installed), then the OSNR to target for the new
tributaries is the OSNR corresponding to the 1626LM tributaries already in-traffic.

- If the system in-traffic is a 1626LM with B-OADM, then the OSNR target for the dropped channels is the
OSNR as previously defined with an additional penalty of 1.5dB (OSNR target +1.5dB) due to the not
optimized residual chromatic dispersion in the corresponding site.

[Link]. WADM

TBD

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3.7.10. Step 8 - Channel balancing (link test)

The purpose of this step is to balance all the channels in order to finely equalize their performances.

[Link]. Point-to-point link (without 1640WM OADM or 1626LM B-OADM)

At the Receive terminal:

1) Monitor the pre-amplifier output (OSNR measurement) using an OSA connected to the OSM board.

2) Before to modify the channel balancing, check that there is no LTCER (on 1640WM TRB60x and
TRC10x) alarm on channels already in traffic.

3) Modify if necessary the balancing (using Link Tool or manually) of the channels for all the channels
operating at the same bit rate, their OSNR are equals within 1.5dB the OSNR of the channels at
2.5Gb/s and the OSNR of the channels at 10Gb/s are not equals).

4) If the channel count is ≥ 32, then check the booster input power:

- If the booster input power is different from the table below by more than ±0.5dB, then to change
the MDX441 (or MDX441*) VOA attenuation to recover the power of the table ±0.5dB (see table
below):

Channel Booster Input Power for C-band (dBm)

count
Tuning 1 Tuning 2 Tuning 3

31 to 40 -5 -8 -3

41 to 50 -4 -7 -2

51 to 62 -3 -6 -1

63 to 80 -2 -5 0

1: +17dBm for 40 channels and +20dBm for 80 channels

2: +17dBm for 80 channels

3: +20dBm for 40 channels and +23dBm for 80 channels

5) In case of LTCER (on 1640WM TRB60x and TRC10x) alarm raised, re-do a pre-emphasis adjustment
on channels in traffic, so go to 1), if not go to 6).

6) Compare the OSNR value of each channel to its target OSNR (*). If the OSNR of all the channels
operating at the same bit rate is within target OSNR (*) and target OSNR (*) +1.5dB, then the channel
balancing is complete. If not go to 1).

7) If there is no possibility to complete the channel balancing, inform the project manager.

(*) see [Link] detailed at the end of the step 7.

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[Link]. Link with a 1640WM OADM (Non Regenerative Back-To-Back Terminal)

A global channel balancing is needed:

GLOBAL CHANNEL BALANCING FOR A LINK

OADM
Station 1: OSA Station 2 :
Tx : 1,…p OSNR measurement
for channels
1,…,p : express

’p+1,…’q : added

OADM Rx : OSA
OSNR measurement OADM Tx :
for channels ’p+1,…’q : Add
p+1,…,q : Drop

Figure 34. Link with a 1640 WM OADM (Non regenerative Back to Back Terminal

Conditions:

- OSA in all receiver sites (OADM site and terminal station).

- 1 person in the transmit site, 1 person in the OADM site and 1 person in the receiver site.
- Link tool current issue not usable.
- Use a table to record the OSNR measurement results.

Procedure:

At all the Receive terminals (OADM site and terminal station).

1) Monitor the pre-amplifier output (OSNR measurement) using an OSA connected to the OSM board.

2) Before modifying the channel balancing , check that there is no LTCER (on 1640WM TRB60x and
TRC10x) alarm on channels already in traffic.

3) Modify if necessary the balancing (manually) of the channels for all the channels operating at the same
bit rate, their OSNR are equals within 1.5dB the OSNR of the channels at 2.5Gb/s and the OSNR of
the channels at 10Gb/s are not equals). For OSNR measurement go to 8).

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4) If the channel count is ≥ 32, then check the booster (in terminal station and OADM site) input power:

a) For a terminal station, if the booster input power is different from the table below by more than
±0.5dB, then to change the MDX441 VOA attenuation (see step 4: MDX441 main path VOA re-
setting) to recover the power of the table below within 0.5dB:

Channel Booster Input Power for C-band (dBm)

count
Tuning 1 Tuning 2 Tuning 3

31 to 40 -5 -8 -3

41 to 50 -4 -7 -2

51 to 62 -3 -6 -1

63 to 80 -2 -5 0

1: +17dBm for 40 channels and +20dBm for 80 channels

2: +17dBm for 80 channels

3: +20dBm for 40 channels and +23dBm for 80 channels

b) For an OADM site, if the OADM booster input power varies within more than 0.5dB between 2 runs
of pre-emphasis, then to re-adjust the OADM booster inter-stage losses to keep the flatness (see
STEP 6 - All OFAs inter-stage losses re-adjustment).

5) If LTCER (on 1640WM TRB60x and TRC10x) alarm raised, re-do a pre-emphasis adjustment on
channels in traffic so go to 3), if not go to 6).

6) Compare the OSNR value of each channel to its target OSNR (*). If the OSNR of all the channels
operating at the same bit rate is within target OSNR (*) and target OSNR (*)+1.5dB, then the channel
balancing is complete. If not go to 1).

7) If there is no possibility to complete the channel balancing, inform the project manager.

(*) see note 1 detailed at the end of the step 7.

8) OSNR measurement for OADM:

TBC
A specific measurement is required because of the filtering function of the cascaded MDX342 and
MDX441 boards.

a) Monitor the pre-amplifier output (OSNR measurement) using an OSA connected to the OSM
board.
b) With the OSA, measure the power (peak power) of each channel with a 0.2nm resolution
c) Record in a table the channel power.
d) With the OSA, measure the noise power on the both sides (right and left) of the corresponding
wavelength with a 0.05nm resolution (noise level measured at the “shouldering” level).
e) Calculate the average of the noise power.
f) Record in a table the average noise power (0.05nm)
g) The OSNR value to be recorded is then:
OSNR = Channel power – Average noise power – 3dB.

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1626 LM with 1640 WM upgrade

TBC
Step 8 - channel balancing (link Test)

Link with a 1640 WM OADM

Link with a WADM

- the upgrade balancing is first done with all new channels in pass-through according to "point to point
link"

- then install the add-drop configuration

- the pre-emphasis of the added channel is set to obtain the same the same OSNR than the one
measured in pass-through configuration.

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[Link]. Link with a 1626LM B-OADM

A global channel balancing is needed:

GLOBAL CHANNEL BALANCING FOR A LINK

OADM
Station 1: OSA Station 2 :
Tx : 1,…p OSNR measurement
for channels
1,…,p : express

’p+1,…’q : added

OADM Rx : OSA
OSNR measurement OADM Tx :
for channels ’p+1,…’q : Add
p+1,…,q : Drop

Figure 35. Link with a 1626 LM BOADM

Conditions:

- OSA in all receiver sites (B-OADM site and terminal station).

- 1 person in the transmit site, 1 person in the B-OADM site and 1 person in the receiver site.

Procedure:

At all the Receive terminals (B-OADM site and terminal station).

1) Monitor the pre-amplifier output (OSNR measurement) using an OSA connected to the OSM board.

2) Modify if necessary the balancing (using Link Tool or manually) of the channels for all the channels
operating at the same bit rate, their OSNR are equals within 1.5dB the OSNR of the channels at
2.5Gb/s and the OSNR of the channels at 10Gb/s are not equals).

3) If the channel count is ≥ 32, then check the booster (in terminal station or B-OADM site) input power:

a) For a terminal station, if the booster input power is different from the table below by more than
±0.5dB, then to change the MDX441* VOA attenuation (see step 4: MDX441 main path VOA re-
setting) to recover the power of the table below within 0.5dB:

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 Channel Booster Input Power for C-band (dBm)
count
Tuning 1 Tuning 2 Tuning 3

31 to 40 -5 -8 -3

41 to 50 -4 -7 -2

51 to 62 -3 -6 -1

63 to 80 -2 -5 0

1: +17dBm for 40 channels and +20dBm for 80 channels

2: +17dBm for 80 channels

3: +20dBm for 40 channels and +23dBm for 80 channels

b) For a B-OADM site, if the B-OADM booster input power varies within more than 0.5dB between 2
runs of pre-emphasis, then to re-adjust the OADM booster inter-stage losses to keep the flatness
(see STEP 6 - All OFAs inter-stage losses re-adjustment).

4) Compare the OSNR value of each channel to its target OSNR (*). If the OSNR of all the channels
operating at the same bit rate is within target OSNR (*) and target OSNR (*)+1.5dB, then the channel
balancing is complete. If not go to 1).

5) If there is no possibility to complete the channel balancing, inform the project manager.

(*) The target OSNR is in the LDT.

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3.8. 1626 with 1686WM - GREENFIELD

3.8.1. Introduction

In this release we have:

- the 162xLM tributaries called TRBD1011/1111,

- the 162xLM band MUX/DMUX (w/range of 400GHz) called BMDX1000 in line terminal,

- the 162xLM channel MUX/DMUX (50GHz spaced) called CMDX1010.

The above units are installed at the terminal sites or low capacity OADM and connected to a 1686WM
MUX/DMUX unit that supplies the ALC wavelength. The booster, preamplifier and all in-line repeaters are
1686WM. The 162xLM units are managed with 162xLM CT/SH whereas the 1686WM units are managed
with the 1686WM CT/SH.

The TRBD1011/1111 units are directly connected to the OMDX16 units which allows a maximum of 32
channels (this is called configuration 1). To install up to 52 channel, one of the EXP input is connected to the
162xLM double stage MUX/DMUX (this is called configuration 2).

Because of the above configurations, the commissioning described hereafter is as close as possible as the
one of 1686WM. The main 162xLM improvements (easier commissioning, higher performance) will be
introduced in the following releases.

This commissioning is done in C band only.

3.8.2. Equipment basic configurations

The 1626LM design, allows the following basic configurations of the equipment:

- line terminal (LT)

- line repeater (LR)
- low capacity Optical Add and Drop Multiplexer (OADM) repeater (OR)
- Back–to–back terminal (BT).

1626/1686
LT LR Low LT
1 capacity 1
MUX/DEMUX

MUX/DEMUX

B&W OR B&W
SCHEME

SCHEME

Client Client
signals signals

N N
OADM

1626/1686 1626/1686

UP TO 8 PER
DIRECTION CAN BE
ADDED/DROPPED

Figure 36. Example of WDM line

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Line Terminal

Two cases of line terminal are allowed:

– 1626LM mux–demux connected to 1686WM EXP board (configuration 2).

– 1626LM tributaries (transponders) directly connected to 1686WM mux–demux (configuration 1).

Figure 37 on page 130 shows the greenfield scheme with the 1626LM transponders directly connected to
the 1686WM mux/demux.

1626LM 1686WM

1 TRBD 1 UP TO 16
@100GHz GRID
OMDX16
UP TO 32 B&W CLIENT SIGNALS

TRBD

OFA OSC
TRBD 16
ADD
filter
UP TO 32

EXP
DROP @100GHz GRID
filter
TRBD 1 UP TO 16
@100GHz GRID
OMDX16

32 TRBD 16 1686WM BOARDS

1626LM BOARDS

Figure 37. 1686WM system greenfield with 1626LM transponders in Line Terminal configuration
(CONFIGURATION 1)

Figure 38 on page 130 shows the 1686WM upgrade scheme with the 1626LM mux/demux scheme
connected to the expansion board of the 1686WM.

1626LM 1686WM
Up to 36 signals @50 GHz grid Up to 16 signals @100 GHz

1 TRBD 1
OMDX16
UP TO 52 B&W CLIENT SIGNALS

TRBD
UP TO 16
TRBD 16 @100GHz GRID
OFA OSC
16
ADD
filter
EXP

1 1 UP TO 52
TRBD
DROP
CMDX

1 filter

TRBD 8
BMDX1000

TRBD 1
CMDX

UP TO 36
5 @50GHz grid
TRBD 8(4) 1686WM BOARDS
36/32 1626LM BOARDS
MAX

Figure 38. 1686WM system greenfield with the 1626LM mux/demux scheme LT configuration
(CONFIGURATION 2)

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3.8.3. Line Repeater (LR)

The line repeater consists of two optical double–stage in–line amplifiers (providing a bidirectional DWDM
amplifier) in order to boost the optical power of the aggregate WDM signal avoiding channels demux and
regeneration (no optical to electrical conversion).

The equipment takes place as line repeater in point–to–point and (multi)point–to–multipoint links.

In Rel.1.0 the Line Repeaters are coming from the 1686WM without any modifications.

OSC PUMP PUMP OSC

Up to :
- 52 (1686 interworking) DROP 1 ATT DCU 2 ADD
filter filter
DWDM channels
n TWO–STAGE AMPLIFIER n
(up to 80 or 52) TWO–STAGE AMPLIFIER (up to 80 or 52)

ADD 2 1 DROP
filter DCU ATT filter

OSC PUMP PUMP OSC

Figure 39. Line Repeater configuration

[Link]. Low capacity OADM Repeater in interstage configuration

The OADM repeater is made up of:

– line amplifiers, with the extraction/insertion of the OSC before/after the double–stage amplifier

– OADM board, able to add/dro up to 4/8 channels per direction (east/west) according to the board type
transponders.

In greenfield installation, only 1626LM transponders, directly connected to the 1686WM (see Figure 47)
OADM boards, can be added with only 1626LM transponder.

EAST OSC 1ST STAGE LINE AMPLIFIERS 2ND STAGE OSC WEST
DROP ADD
filter filter

ADD DROP
filter filter
AGGREGATE AGGREGATE
SIGNAL OSC 2ND STAGE 1ST STAGE OSC SIGNAL

1686 OADM 4/8 – 1 OADM 4/8 – 2

1626
TRBD

TRBD

TRBD

TRBD

1686WM BOARDS
1626LM BOARDS
1 4/8 1 4/8 (according to the board type)

Figure 40. 1686WM system greenfield with 1626LM transponders in low capacity OADM configuration

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3.8.4. Flow chart commissioning

A WDM link is thoroughly characterized only through the measurements carried out on a fully operating link,
and not by stand alone equipment tests. Conversely, before starting off the link, a check that each equipment
part is working.

Therefore, system commissioning must observe the flow-chart sequence:

Configuration 1
Begin

Preliminary recommandations
and check

Main Power supply check

Configuration and SW
version check

Span losses adjustment and

Inter-stage attenuator
computation (for each span)

Line-up of the single NE and

prepare it for the next NE
commissioning, starting from
the Terminal A and continuing
with ILAs and OADM that
compose the whole Link

Is it the last NE NO
on the Link?
(Terminal B)

YES
Channel balancing
(pre-emphasis and
post-emphasis
attenuator computation)

Amplifiers output optical

power tuning

Saturation lambda check

End to End BER on the

installed lambdas

End to End Stability Test

on the installed lambdas

Final check

Although input/output level ranges might be given for all units, for better system performance always refer to
the optical level reported on the relevant factory TRS (Test Result Sheet).

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Configuration 2

Begin

Preliminary recommandations
and check

Main Power supply check

Configuration and SW
version check

Span losses adjustment and

Inter-stage attenuator
computation (for each span)

ALC tuning

OFA output power tuning

Line-up of the single NE and

prepare it for the next NE
commissioning, starting from
the Terminal A and continuing
with ILAs and OADM that
compose the whole Link

Is it the last NE NO
on the Link?
(Terminal B)

YES
Channel balancing
(pre-emphasis and
post-emphasis
attenuator computation)

End to End BER on the

installed lambdas

End to End Stability Test

on the installed lambdas

Final check

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3.9. Instruments
To perform checks and measurements ALCATEL uses instruments specific for the test operation, including
Personal Computers and application programs.

At the end of the test procedure, a document will be issued reporting all the data related to commissioning.

Table 4. Typical Instruments

Instrument Main characteristic
Optical Power Meter (OPM) Pin  +25 dB
Optical Spectrum Analyzer (OSA) WDM Features, ITU -T G / 692 Channel spacing
PDH/SDH Pattern Generator/Receiver STM1 / STM4 / STM 16/STM64 Optical Interface
Multi laser Generator ITU -T G / 692 Channel Spacing
OTDR Able to measure span attenuation till 40dBm
N.2 x 1/16 Optical Splitter
1/ 2 Optical Splitter
G703/ V11 Pattern Generator/Receiver
Digital Multimeter
Personal Computer Windows NT, 256 MB RAM/Windows 2000/Windows XP
Optical Fiber cleaning set

Record in Terminal Test Log, tab. 1.

3.9.1. Preset Optical Spectrum Analyzer

Configuration parameter :  start : 1530 nm  stop : 1562 nm Res. : 0.1 nm

VBW : 100 Hz Avr : off

Smplg : 1001

Scale : 5 or10 dB ref. level : auto Att. : off

 : 0.35 nm Value in vacuum

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3.10. Preliminary Recommendations and Checks
Whatever the type of equipment (e.g., Terminal, ILA, etc.) it is always recommended to check the following
list, before turning on the equipment and starting off commissioning:

 check for Factory TRS availability

 check for Link Description Table (LDT) availability

 check for plant documentation availability

 check for NE Addresses availability

 check for correct connection to the power supply distribution system, to the grounding system, and the
correct arrangement of the circuit breakers

 check for LAN connection and termination between Master and Slave shelves (if any)

 check for correct connection between the equipment and the distribution frames (Optical fibers, Data
Channel, Alarms, and Housekeeping), if any

 check that the optical fibers are properly arranged inside the rack

 check that all the units have been properly preset to the specific function (see Figure 41 on page 136,
Figure 42 on page 136)

 before doing any optical measurement, clean the optical connector, and leave the equipment switched
on for at least two hours.

The above checks must be always done before starting any test or measurement on the equipment.

Record in Terminal Test Log, tab. 2.

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 M_7 application

DCC_AUX Terminal

Repeater (ILA/OADM)

M_7

Shelf Connector
SZ_8 application
SZ 2 SZ 8 Terminal/ILA

OADM

Legenda: I_n = Micro_Switch, M_n = Jumper, SZ_n = Solder strap

Figure 41. Preset “DCC_AUX” board

Dip Switch Application

1 2 3 4 5
ON
ILA
OFF
Shelf connector

ON
Booster
OFF

ON
Preamplifier
OFF

ON
OADM
OFF

Dip Switch
1 2 3 4 5
ON

OFF

Figure 42. Preset “OXA” board

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3.11. Terminal line up and checks

The aim of these tests is of verifying that the first Terminal (in the following it shall be synonymous with
Terminal A) is properly installed, configured and working. The same tests must be done on the Terminal B
also.

First of all, carry out the “Preliminary Recommendations and Checks” (see paragraph 2.3 on page 19).

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 MASTER SHELF

Nr. slot 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
LB_OMDX BOOSTER SPV COUPL PRE-AMPL SB_OMDX EXPANSION

2nd Stg 2nd Stg R

O O O O
1st Stg 1st Stg

RX RX
37 35 33 31 57 55 53 51 Line

TX

RX RX
R
29 27 25 23 O O O O 49 47 45 43
SP LI CRAFT
RX2 TX1 RX2 TX1 TERMINAL
1st Stg 1st Stg

O O
2nd Stg
O O
2nd Stg
R R T
RX TX RX TX 1 2

RX URG

NURG

ATTD

TX TX ABN

IDN

37 35 33 31 O O SP LI O O 57 55 53 51
RX1 TX2 RX1 TX2

TX TX T T R
1 2
29 27 25 23 49 47 45 43

SPV COUPL is an alternative with Booster and/or pre-amplifier

Unit Slot Label Description From/to

LB_OMDX 1 RX 23  37 Channels 23  37 MUX input from Tx TRBDs
TX Red band MUX signal output to EXP
RX Red band DEMUX signal input from EXP
TX 23  37 Channels 23  37 DEMUX output to Rx TRBDs
SB_OMDX 5 RX 43  57 Channels 43  57 MUX input from Tx TRBDs
TX Blue band MUX signal output to EXP
RX Blue band DEMUX signal input from EXP
TX 43  57 Channels 43  57 DEMUX output to Rx TRBDs
EXPANSION 6 R1 Red band WDM signal input from LB_MUX
R2 Blue band WDM signal input from SB_MUX
T Full WDM signal output to Booster
R Full WDM signal input from Pre_ampl.
T1 Red band WDM signal output to LB_DEMUX
T2 Blue band WDM signal output to SB_DEMUX
Booster 2 RX 1 First stage input from EXP
(double stage) TX 1 First stage output to 2nd stage input
RX 2 Second stage input from 1st stage output
TX 2 Second stage output to line fiber
Pre_Amplifier 4 RX 1 First stage input from line fiber
(double stage) TX 1 First stage output to 2nd stage input
RX 2 Second stage input from 1st stage output
TX 2 Second stage output to EXP
Pre_Amplifier 4 RX Input from line fiber
(single stage) TX Output to EXP
SPV_CPL 3 TX – SP Output to EXP
TX – LI Output to line fiber
RX – SP Input from EXP
RX – LI Input from line fiber
DCC_AUX 7
SMEC 3 8
DC_DC_CNVR 9-10 DC/DC Converter can be present 1 or 2 boards

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 P R P
S A S
I
U U
U

E T T T T T T T T T T
C T T T T T T C
S R R R R R R R R R R
M R R R R R R M
C B B B B B B B B B B
D B B B B B B D
T D D D D D D D D D D
X D D D D D D X
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
0 1 1 1 1 1 1 0
0
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
0
0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0

FANS

Figure 43. A possible configuration of 16 channels Terminal Master Shelf Optical access point and
1626LM TRBD shelf (configuration 1)

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 MASTER SHELF

Nr. slot 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
LB_OMDX_16 SB_OMDX_16
BOOSTER SPV COUPL PRE-AMPL EXPANSION

2nd Stg 2nd Stg R

O O O O
37 1st Stg 1st Stg 58

Line

TX

30 O O SP LI O O 51 CRAFT
RX2 TX1 RX2 TX1 TERMINAL
1st Stg 1st Stg
In Out In Out
29
O O
2nd Stg O O
2nd Stg 50
R R T
1 2

RX
URG

NURG

ATTD

ABN

IDN

22 O O SP LI O O 43
RX1 TX2 RX1 TX2
T T R
O_MX I_DX O_MX I_DX 1 2

SPV COUPL is an alternative with Booster and/or pre-amplifier

Unit Slot Label Description From/to

LB_OMDX 1 RX 22  37 Channels 22  37 MUX input from BMDX output
TX Red band MUX signal output to EXP
RX Red band DEMUX signal input from EXP
TX 22  37 Channels 22  37 DEMUX output to BMDX input
SB_OMDX 5 RX 43  58 Channels 43  58 MUX input from Tx TRBDs
TX Blue band MUX signal output to EXP
RX Blue band DEMUX signal input from EXP
TX 43  58 Channels 43  58 DEMUX output to Rx TRBDs
EXPANSION 6 R1 Red band WDM signal input from LB_MUX
R2 Blue band WDM signal input from SB_MUX
T Full WDM signal output to Booster
R Full WDM signal input from Pre_ampl.
T1 Red band WDM signal output to LB_DEMUX
T2 Blue band WDM signal output to SB_DEMUX
Booster 2 RX 1 First stage input from EXP
(double stage) TX 1 First stage output to 2nd stage input
RX 2 Second stage input from 1st stage output
TX 2 Second stage output to line fiber
Pre_Amplifier 4 RX 1 First stage input from line fiber
(double stage) TX 1 First stage output to 2nd stage input
RX 2 Second stage input from 1st stage output
TX 2 Second stage output to EXP
Pre_Amplifier 4 RX Input from line fiber
(single stage) TX Output to EXP
SPV_CPL 3 TX – SP Output to EXP
TX – LI Output to line fiber
RX – SP Input from EXP
RX – LI Input from line fiber
DCC_AUX 7
SMEC 8
DC_DC_CNVR 9-10 DC/DC Converter can be present 1 or 2 boards

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 P R P
S A S
I
U U
U
E B T T T T T T T T T T
T T T T T T C
S M R R R R R R R R R R
R R R R R R M
C D B B B B B B B B B B
B B B B B B D
T X D D D D D D D D D D
D D D D D D X
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
1 1 1 1 1 1 1
0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
1 1 1 1 1 1 0
0
0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
0
0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0

FANS

P R P
S A S
I
U U
U

E T T T T T T T T T T
C T T T T T T C
S R R R R R R R R R R
M R R R R R R M
C B B B B B B B B B B
D B B B B B B D
T D D D D D D D D D D
X D D D D D D X
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
0 1 1 1 1 1 1 0
0
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
0
0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0

FANS

P R P
S A S
I
U U
U
E T T T T T T T T T T
C T T T T T T C
S R R R R R R R R R R
M R R R R R R M
C B B B B B B B B B B
D B B B B B B D
T D D D D D D D D D D
X D D D D D D X
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
0 1 1 1 1 1 1 0
0
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
0
0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0

FANS

Figure 44. A possible configuration of 48 channels Terminal Master Shelf Optical access point and
1626LM shelves (configuration 2)

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3.11.1. Power supply alarm checks

The aim of this test is of verifying the right power supply indication alarms.

 Check that the power supply alarms indications are right by switching on and off the primary and
auxiliary power supply voltages on the Master shelf and on the transponder shelves, if any.

 The alarm indications must meet the following table:

Generated alarm Craft Terminal indication Led on the alarmed unit

Open battery circuit breaker (1 or 2) and/or Problem No indication
Switch off one shelf converter (1 or 2) Converter alarm Front green led light off
Switch off all the shelf converters 1320CT appl. switches off Front green led light off

 Record on Terminal Test Log, tab. 5.

3.11.2. Power supply checks

The aim of this test is of verifying that the equipment is correctly powered and that the DC/DC converters are
working.

 Check and register on Terminal Test Log, tab. 3, the voltage values of battery 1, battery 2 and of the
service battery. They should range from – 40 to – 72 Vdc.

 Turn on all the converters inside the shelves and verify that the DC/DC converters front panel green
LEDs light up.

3.11.3. Configuration and SW version checks

(Terminal Test Log, tab. 4)

The aim of this test is of verifying the SW version and proper equipment configuration.

Only main ECT screen displays are reported, for a detailed ECT explanation refer to the Operator’s
Handbook.

 Connect the Local Terminal to the RS232 interface located on the front panel of the SMEC unit.

 from the Start bottom check the 1320CT version

Equipment SW version

From the main menu bar select Supervision  Start

From the main menu bar select Supervision  Login

From the new window main menu bar select Download  Unit Info

In the “Software packages information” window, there are two folders, the Standby one and the Commit one.

Commit the last version if required.

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Should the SW versions not be updated, proceed with 1320CT up grade or SW DOWNLOAD.

The loaded software is considered correct.

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Verify “Equipment configuration”

In the equipment main window, double click on the rack then on the subrack, you want to check/configure

run the cursor through the unit and you’ll see the unit type description on the bottom raw of the window.

If a new rack/subrack/unit has to be configured, starting from the relevant window, highlight the object

double click on the rack

or on the subrack
or on the unit

from the window upper menu bar select Equipment  Set

and make your choice

Comm/Routing configuration check

From the main window upper menu bar select

Configuration  Comm/Routing  Local configurations

 OS configurations
 NTP Server configurations
 LAPD configurations
 Ethernet Configuration

APSD Configuration

From the Master shelf window

Double click on the Booster unit  double click on the “port” icon

From the menu upper bar select

Port  APSD Configuration

In the APSD Configuration window, select your choice

- Apsd control

- Apsd current state

- Apsd manual restart

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3.11.4. Span attenuation (Terminal)

Prior to commissioning, check compatibility between the “span attenuation” values utilized for the factory
system tests (reported on the LDT) and the real ones measured in field.

“Span Losses Adjustment” is made on the span between the NE being measured and the next NE.

The procedure to execute is that reported in the following paragraphs, i.e., “Span losses adjustment” and
“Interstage attenuator computation”.

The reference values are reported on the LDT.

Moreover, check that the number of channels installed correspond to those reported on the LDT.

Procedure:

1) Install the DCU to be placed on ILA or amplifier interstage.

2) Measure the real span losses between NE A and NE B  Read span loss = OPU A out – OPU B in

OPU A out OPU B in

Network Element A Network Element B

Site N Site N+1

Commissioning path

OPU B in = Optical Power Value B in

OPU A out = Optical Power Value A out

Figure 45. Real Span losses

3) Sum to this value the “Minimum in line attenuator” (relevant to the span under test) specified in LDT 
 L = Read span loss + Minimum in line atteanutor

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4) Compare the “L” value with the one specified in the LDT (Span losses site N to site N+1).

- If L > span loss site N to site N+1

A) Place A4, in reference to the link (see Figure 46 on page 146), with value equal to the
Minimum in line attenuator

B) Perform a new fiber loss measurement  New L = OPU 2 – OPU 1 (see Figure 46 on page
146)

I) If New L= span loss site N to site N+1 + 1 dBm the adjustment is completed

II) If span loss site N to site N+1 < New L < bracket value of related span loss (report in
LDT row of related span loss) the adjustment is completed but the “project manager”
has to be informed

III) If New L > bracket value of related span loss (report in LDT of related span loss) the
adjustment is completed but the “project manager” has to be informed and the link will
not delivered to the customer without the project manager permission

- If L < span loss site N to site N+1

A) To calculate the value V = (span loss site N to site N+1) – Read span loss

B) Place A4, in reference to the link (see Figure 46 on page 146), with value indicated in the
table below

V value Attenuator Value (A4)

0<V<1 0 dB
1<V<2 1 dB
2<V<3 2 dB
Etc. Etc.

C) Perform a new fiber measurement  New L = OPU 2 – OPU 1 (see Figure 46 on page 146)

D) The measure value of new L must be lower (+ 1 dB) then or equal to span loss site N to site
N+1 reported in LDT. The attenuator can be modified in order to fulfill this requirement but its
value must never be lower than the “Minimum in line attenuator” specified in the LDT

5) The “plug-in” attenuator must be inserted directly on the connector of the board (OFA second stage
output; see Figure 46 on page 146) under the protection cover

6) Report the attenuator value on Terminal Test Log, tab. 10.

OPU 1 OPU 2

Network Element A A4 Network Element B

Site N Site N+1

Commissioning path

Figure 46. Place of A4 attenuator for span loss adjustment

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3.11.5. ALC output power adjustment

The aim of this step is to tune the ALC output power.

[Link]. Configuration 1 - 1686 WM with 1626 LM transponder (see Figure 37 on page 130)
The ALC wavelength is enabled for any wavelength number. The output power is set at –15 dBm during the
commissioning in full load configuration.

[Link]. Configuration 2 - 1686 WM with 1626 LM Mux/Demux and transponder (see Figure 38 on
page 130
The ALC wavelength is enabled for any wavelength number. The output power is set at -6 dBm.

3.11.6. Optical amplifier output power adjustment in configuration 2 - 1686 WM with 1626 LM
Mux/Demux and transponder (see Figure 38 on page 130)

1. For the booster and the preamplifier, read in the LDT the output power that corresponds to the channels
number of the segment.

2. Provision this power.

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3.11.7. Tributaries provisioning

[Link]. Configuration 1 - 1686 WM with 1626 LM transponder (see Figure 37 on page 130)

The commissioning is done in the full loading configuration. Therefore dummy channels are used to fill the
band.

Tributary provisioning:

1. Provision the tributaries and set the emitted power as reported in the TRS

2. Plug the tributary units to the OMDX .

3. Plug the laser sources to the free OMDX inputs and set the output power to the value
reported in the TRS.

4. Set LTCER value following the table below TBC

Board type EoL Margin > 1 dB EoL Margin  1 dB

TRBD 1111/1011 10-3 10-4

[Link]. Configuration 2 - 1686 WM with 1626 LM Mux/Demux and transponder (see Figure 38 on
page 130)
The commissioning is not done in the full loading configuration. Therefore there is no dummy channels.

1. Provision the tributaries. They are set to their minimum and default value: -24 dBm.

2. Plug the tributary units.

3. Set LTCER value following the table below:

Board type EoL Margin > 1 dB EoL Margin  1 dB

TRBD 1111/1011 10-3 10-4

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3.11.8. Inter-stage attenuator computation

In order to make the Optical Amplifiers emitting, when the Input of the second stage (point B) is
disconnected (to connect the Power Meter), a light source must be connected to the first stage Input or
simply disabling the APSD function.

Procedure

If the DCU is present, check for its loss in this way:

First
stage Att. DCU Second
stage

A B

- Unplug the second stage input connector of the OFA (B)

- Measure the optical power in the B point (without any attenuator included)

- Measure the optical power in the A point

- Check for the DCU losses “V” = A – B. If they are out of specification (see tab. DCU), change the DCU.

Table 5. DCU characteristics

Unit name Nominal dispersion @ 1550nm (ps/nm) Maximum Insertion loss @ 1550nm (dB)
DC5 -85 2.8
DC10 -170 3.3
DC15 -255 3.8
DC20 -340 4.3
DC30 -510 5.2
DC40 -680 6.1
DC60 -1020 8.1
DC80 -1360 10.1
DC100 -1700 11.5

- Sum the measured DCU losses “V” to the “Minimum inter-stage attenuator” in the LDT (Amplifiers data
 Minimum inter-stage attenuator). “W” = “V” + “Minimum inter-stage attenuator”.

- Compare the “W” value with the “Inter-stage losses” value “IL” in the LDT (Amplifiers data  Inter-
stage losses)

NOTE:

1) If during the “Span losses adjustment” operation the “New L” value (measured span losses)
between OFA “site n-1” and OFA “site n”, is greater than the LDT value (span losses), the “inter-
stage losses” of the OFA in site “n” have to be reduced by:

0 dB if (ML – LDT value) = 0 to 1

1 dB if (ML – LDT value) = 1 to 2 ML = Measured Loss

2 dB if (ML – LDT value) = 2 to 3

and so on

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 After this adjustment:

- If the “W” value is equal to “IL” value within 1 dB add the minimum inter-stage attenuator between the
first stage output and the DCU module and plug back the DCU. The adjustment is completed.

- If the “W” value is greater than “IL” value + 1dB plug back the DCU add the minimum inter-stage
attenuator between the first stage output and the DCU module and plug back the DCU. The adjustment
is completed but the “Project Manager” has to be informed and the link will not be delivered to the
Customer without the Project Manager permission.

- If the “W” value is lower than “IL” value – 1 dB, add an attenuator between the first stage output and
the DCU module (or increase the attenuation of the existing one) so that the measured inter-stage
losses match the “IL” value within 1 dB.

If the DCU is not present, the value of the attenuator to be included between the two stages of the OFA is
“IL”.

The “plug-in” attenuator must be inserted directly on the OFA first stage output connector (under the
protection cover), when there isn’t the DCU, and in the DCU shelf when it’s present.

Report the attenuation value on Terminal Test Log, tab. 10.

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3.11.9. Terminal checks

The aim of this test is of verifying that all the optical units are working.

As a rule, the input ports are connected to instruments tailored for the equipment interfaces (multilaser
optical generator if no TRBD are provided, or STM64 Generator/Analyzer if TRBDs are provided).

 Set up the equipment as shown in Figure 47 on page 151 (with all λ equipped)

 Set the Optical Attenuator (A) so that “Pin Pre” is as reported on factory TRS

 By means of ECT, set the APSD configuration to “Tx forced ON” (see par. 3.11.3 on page 142)

 Verify there aren't any errors.

 By means of an Optical Power Meter (OPM), check that the levels of the optical point are within the
allowed range. See Table 6 on page 153 for optical level diagram, Figure 43 on page 139 for optical
access point.

1 TRBD 1 UP TO 16
@100GHz GRID
UP TO 32 B&W CLIENT SIGNALS

OMDX16

TRBD
Span attenuator
OFA OSC
TRBD 16
ADD
filter
UP TO 32

EXP
@100GHz GRID A
DROP
filter
TRBD 1 UP TO 16 A=(span loss
@100GHz GRID
- span attenuator)
OMDX16

32 TRBD 16

STM STM
GENERATOR ERROR
DETECTOR
Up to 36 signals @50 GHz grid Up to 16 signals @100 GHz

1 TRBD 1
OMDX16
UP TO 52 B&W CLIENT SIGNALS

TRBD
UP TO 16
TRBD 16 @100GHz GRID Span attenuator
OFA OSC
16
ADD
filter
EXP

1 1 UP TO 52 A
TRBD
DROP
CMDX

1 filter
A=(span loss
TRBD 8 - span attenuator)
BMDX1000

TRBD 1
CMDX

UP TO 36
5 @50GHz grid
TRBD 8(4)
36/32
MAX

Figure 47. Two samples of Terminal Line Up Block Diagram

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 Table 6. Optical power value

TRBD1011
WDM input: WDM output:
-20dBm → +8dBm -24dBm → +3dBm

BW output: BW input:
-6dBm → -1dBm -11dBm → -1dBm
TRBD1111
WDM input: WDM output:
-21dBm → +2dBm -24dBm → +1dBm

BW output: BW input:
-6dBm → -1dBm -11dBm → -1dBm
BW output BW input

-6  -1 dBm -11  -1 dBm

OMDX_8_F

CH IN

-3  +2 dBm

OMDX OUT OMDX IN

-12.5  +10.5 dBm max +19

OMDX_16_F
(with 20 dB preamplifier)
CH IN

-3  +2 dBm

EXP OUT EXP IN

-10.5  -4 dBm +20.5  +13.5 dBm

EXP
insertion loss
(1.5  3 dBm) CH IN

-12.5  +10.5 dBm

OADM OUT OADM IN

0  +13 dBm -6  +3 dBm

OADM_4

CH OUT CH IN

-22  -10 dBm -3  +2 dBm

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 OADM OUT OADM IN

0  +13 dBm -6  +2 dBm

OADM_8

CH OUT CH IN

-22  -10 dBm -3  +2 dBm

BOOSTER IN OUT
(dBm) (dBm)
BOOSTER IN OUT 1925 -10.5-4 13.514.5
16-17
1926 -10.5-3 19.520.5

IN-LINE IN OUT
AMPLIFIER (dBm) (dBm)
1925
(+14 dBm) -4 +13.5  +14.5
1925
(+17 dBm) -4 +16  +17
IN OUT 1926
IN_LINE AMPLIFIER 1e2 (+20 dBm) -4 +19.5  +20.5
stage

PRE_ IN OUT
AMPLIFIER (dBm) (dBm)
1925
(+14 dBm) -4 +13.5  +14.5
1925
(+17 dBm) -4 +16  +17
IN OUT 1926
PRE_ AMPLIFIER 1e2 (+20 dBm) -4 +19.5  +20.5
stage

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3.11.10. APSD check

The aim of this test is of verifying the laser shut down process and the corresponding alarm indications,
because of front cover removal or line loss.

Enable APSD function

Remove the front cover from the Booster unit (or from the Preamplifier unit).

Verify that SHUT DN yellow LEDs light up on the Booster and Preamplifier units.

Verify that the URG red LED lights up on the SMEC unit.

Verify the alarm on the ECT.

In the master shelf window, hilight the booster (or preamplifier) unit, than select

Diagnosis  Alarms  Object Alarms

With the OPM connected to the Booster output monitoring point, verify the shut down optical power.

 Replace the cover.

 Verify that the SHUT DN alarms disappear within 60 to 200 sec’s.

 Open the external connection between Booster and Preamplifier.

Verify that SHUT DN yellow LEDs light up on the Booster and Preamplifier units.

Verify that the URG red LED lights up on the SMEC unit.

Verify the alarm on the ECT.

In the master shelf window, hilight one MUX/DEMUX unit, than select

Diagnosis  Alarms  Object Alarms

 Replace the connection between Booster and Preamplifier.

 Verify that all alarms disappear within 60 to 180 sec’s.

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3.11.11. Preparing Terminal A for the next NE commissioning

The first Terminal has been lined up. Now it must be prepared for the next Network Element (ILA, OADM or
Terminal B) commissioning.

 Check the line input/output attenuators value. They should be as those reported on the factory TRS.

 Connect the “Line output” and “Line Input” point to the line ODF.

 Leave all the STM64 input ports connected to their ADMs (or Instrument).

 By means of ECT, set the APSD configuration to “Tx forced ON”.

 Record the local address on Link Test Log, tab. 2.

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3.12. In line amplifier commissioning
The commissioning of an In Line Amplifier (ILA) repeater can be carried out only if the previous NE has been
already tested and connected to the line.
In the following, it is assumed that the previous NE is connected to the East side of the ILA under test.
The following tests are carried out to commission the ILA NE.
First execute the “Preliminary Recommendations and Checks” listed in chapter 2.3 on page 19 and record in
ILA Test Log, tab. 2.

3.12.1. Power supply checks

The same as for “Terminal Line Up and Checks”, (see par. 3.11.2 on page 142).
Record in ILA Test Log, tab. 3.
Nr. slot 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
ILA E-W ILA W-E

2nd Stg 2nd Stg R

O O O O
1st Stg 1st Stg

Line

R
O O O O CRAFT
RX2 TX1 RX2 TX1 TERMINAL
1st Stg 1st Stg
O O O O
2nd Stg 2nd Stg

URG

NURG

ATTD

ABN

IDN

O O O O
RX1 TX2 RX1 TX2

Unit Slot Label Description From/to Note

ILA E-W 2 RX 1 First stage input from East side line fiber ILA can be
(double stage) TX 1 First stage output to 2nd stage input single or
RX 2 Second stage input from 1st stage output double
TX 2 Second stage output to West side line fiber stage
ILA E-W 2 RX Input from East side line fiber amplifier
(single stage) TX Output to West side line fiber
ILA W-E 4 RX 1 First stage input from West side line fiber
(double stage) TX 1 First stage output to 2nd stage input
RX 2 Second stage input from 1st stage output
TX 2 Second stage output to East side line fiber
ILA W-E 4 RX Input from West side line fiber
(single stage) TX Output to East side line fiber
DCC AUX 7
SMEC_3 8
DC/DC_CNVR 9-10 DC_DC Converter

Figure 48. ILA Shelf Optical access point

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3.12.2. Configuration and SW version checks

ILA Test Log, tab. 4

The aim of this test is of verifying the SW version and proper equipment configuration.

 Connect the Local Terminal to the F interface located on the front panel of the SMEC unit.

Check as in par. 3.11.3. on page 142

The loaded software is considered correct.

Verify “Equipment configuration”

Log In the NE under test and select

Rack  Subrack

Run the cursor along the slots and in the bottom raw of the window, you’ll see the unit equipped

If you need to chance a unit type or to configure a unit

Highlight the slot  Equipment  Set

Select the unit type  OK

Verify “Comm/Routing”

From the rack or subrack window upper bar menu, select

Configuration  Comm/Routing  Local configurations
 OS configurations
 NTP Server configurations
 LAPD configurations
 Ethernet Configuration

3.12.3. Span attenuation (ILA)

Proceed with Span Losses Adjustment operationsas specified in paragraph 3.11.4 on page 145.

The reference values are reported on the LDT (Annex B).

3.12.4. optical amplifier output power adjustment in configuration 2

1. Read in the LDT the OFA output power that corresponds to the channels number of the segment.

2. Provision this power.

3.12.5. Interstage attenuator computation

Proceed with Inter-stage attenuator computation operation as specified in paragraph 3.11.8 on page 149.

The reference values are reported on the LDT (Annex B).

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3.12.6. Power supply alarm checks

Same as for “Terminal Line Up and Checks” (see par. 3.11.1 on page 142).

Record in ILA Test Log, tab. 5.

3.12.7. Optical level test on ILA

The aim of this test is of verifying the compliance of the NE with the factory TRS, and consequently with
network design.

 Set up the equipment as shown in Figure 49 on page 161.

 Set the Variable Optical Attenuator (VOA) ) so that “Pin_ILA W/E” is as recorded on the factory TRS.

 Proceed with the following measurements. See Figure 48 on page 158 for optical access point.

 Measure the optical power at the East/ West amplifier input, “Pin ILA E/W” (slot 2 socket RX1).

 If the amplifier input level differs by more than 1dB from the value reported on the factory TRS, with
the same span losses, check for the optical connections cleanness.

 Record “Pin ILA E/W” on ILA Test Log, tab. 7.

 Measure “Pout West line” and “Pout East line”, check that they correspond to those reported on the
factory TRS, 1dB.

 Record the measures on ILA Test Log, tab. 7.

 Measure the optical power level at all monitoring points and record on ILA Test Log, tab. 7.

 Connect the Optical Spectrum Analyzer (OSA) to the W/E ILA output monitoring point and verify that all
lambdas are present.

 Measure the optical power (“Pin ILA W/E” for repeater or “Pin pre” for terminal) on the previous NE and
record on the proper Test Log, (ILA Test Log, tab. 7 and Terminal Test Log, tab.9).

 If Pin, on the previous NE, differs by more than 1dB with respect to that reported on the corresponding
factory TRS with the same span losses, check for the optical connections cleanness.

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 Master Shelf connectors access

ILA E / W

ILA W / E

DC /DC
DC /DC
DCC_AUX
SMEC
Slot 1 Slot 2 Slot 3 Slot 4 Slot 5 Slot 6 Slot 7Slot 8 Slot 9 Slot 10

Pout West
Pin ILA E/W line

ODF from
East side interstage attenuator + DCU (when present)
A8

(slot2) A4
OXA East/West
East Side West Side VOA
OXA West/East
A4
(slot4)

A8

Double Stage In Line Amplifier

Pout East Pin ILA W/E

line

N.B. = The Figure shows all possible attenuators insertion, in normal condition some of them can be
0dB.

Figure 49. ILA Block Diagram

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3.12.8. APSD check

The aim of this test is of verifying the laser shut down process and the corresponding alarm indications,
because of front cover removal, or line loss.

 By means of R_ECT enable Terminal APSD function

 If properly configured and working, no alarms should be displayed neither on the ECT nor on the
equipment.

 Remove the front cover from one ILA.

 Verify that the SHUT DN yellow LED on both amplifier units, and the URG red LED on the SMEC unit,
light up.

 Verify that the “Optical Connector Cover Removal” is detected on unit Under Test .

from the Master shelf window, double click on the unit under test and check the OCCO alarm is
detected

by means of measurement application, verify the shut down action

select the unit under test than

Views  Open object

Port  Current instantaneous measures

check the second stage output power of the amplifier

 Replace the cover.

 Verify that all the alarms disappear within 60 to 180 sec’s.

 Open one of the line input signals.

 Verify that the SHUT DN yellow LED on both amplifier units, and the URG red LED on the SMEC unit,
light up.

 Verify that the “Input Multiplex Section Loss” is detected on Craft Terminal

from the Master shelf window, select

Diagnosis  Alarms…  NE Alarms

And check the “Input Multiplex Section Loss”

 By means of measurement application, verify the Booster output power shut down

select the unit under test than

Views  Open object

Port  Current instantaneous measures

 Replace the input signal.

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 Verify that all alarms disappear within 60 to 180 sec’s.

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3.12.9. Preparing the ILA for the next NE commissioning

Apart from the input optical power on the West side, ILA commissioning can be considered as concluded.
Now it must be prepared for the next NE (ILA, OADM or Terminal B) commissioning.

 Record all the NE attenuators value on ILA Test Log, tab. 8.

 Connect the equipment West side to the ODF line.

 By means of R_ECT, configure the Terminal APSD to “Forced On”

 Store the properly named Equipment Configuration and Local Configuration on your PC.

 Record the local address on Link Test Log, tab. 2.

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3.13. OADM repeater line up and commissioning
The OADM repeater is made up of:

– line amplifiers, with the extraction/insertion of the OSC before/after the double–stage amplifier

– OADM board, able to add/dro up to 4/8 channels per direction (east/west) according to the board type
transponders.

In greenfield installation, only 1626LM transponders, directly connected to the 1686WM (see Figure 50)
OADM boards, can be added with only 1626LM transponder.

EAST OSC 1ST STAGE LINE AMPLIFIERS 2ND STAGE OSC WEST
DROP ATT DCU ADD
filter filter

ADD DCU ATT DROP

filter filter
AGGREGATE AGGREGATE
SIGNAL OSC 2ND STAGE 1ST STAGE OSC SIGNAL

OADM 4/8 – 1 OADM 4/8 – 2

1686

1626
TRBD

TRBD

TRBD

TRBD
1686WM BOARDS
1626LM BOARDS 1 4/8 1 4/8 (according to the board type)

Figure 50. 1686WM system greenfield with 1626LM transponders in low capacity OADM configuration

For the Added/Dropped channels, the OADM NE is like a Terminal divided in two parts, each forwarded on
one path. So the OADM NE can be fully commissioned only when each side is connected to its own
Terminal.

As for the terminals, a first “line up” is needed to connect the two terminals together through the OADM NE
itself.

The Optical Add Drop Multiplexer (OADM) repeater can be lined up only if the previous NE has been already
tested and connected to the line. In the following, it is assumed that the previous NE has been checked and
is connected to the East side of the OADM under test.

First, carry out the “preliminary recommendations and checks” as specified in chapter 2.3 on page 19.

Record in OADM Test Log, tab. 2.

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 Nr. slot 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
OADM W-E ILA E-W ILA W-E OADM E-W

2nd Stg 2nd Stg R

O O
1st Stg
O O
1st Stg

Ch4 Ch3 Ch2 Ch1 Ch4 Ch3 Ch2 Ch1

Line

RX RX

O O O O CRAFT
IN OUT RX2 TX1 RX2 TX1 IN OUT TERMINAL

1st Stg 1st Stg

O O
2nd Stg
O O
2nd Stg

URG
Ch4 Ch3 Ch2 Ch1 Ch4 Ch3 Ch2 Ch1
NURG

ATTD

TX TX
ABN

IDN

O O O O
RX1 TX2 RX1 TX2

Unit Slot Label Description From/to

OADM W-E 1 RX 1  4 Add channels input, toward East side from Tx TRBDs East side
TX WDM signal output, toward East side to 2nd stage ILA W-E
RX WDM signal input, from West side from 1st stage ILA W-E
TX 1  4 Drop channels output, from West side to Rx TRBDs West side
ILA W-E 4 RX 1 First stage input, from West line from line fiber West side
TX 1 First stage output to OADM W-E RX input
RX 2 Second stage input from OADM W-E TX output
TX 2 Second stage output, to East line to line fiber East side
OADM E-W 5 RX 1  4 Add channels input, toward West side from Tx TRBDs West side
TX WDM signal output, toward West side to 2nd stage ILA E-W
RX WDM signal input, from East side from 1st stage ILA E-W
TX 1  4 Drop channels output, from East side to Rx TRBDs East side
ILA E-W 2 RX 1 First stage input, from East line from line fiber East side
TX 1 First stage output to OADM E-W RX input
RX 2 Second stage input from OADM E-W TX output
TX 2 Second stage output to line fiber East side
DCC_AUX 7
SMEC_3 8
DC/DC CNVR 9-10 DC/DC Converter

Figure 51. 4 channel OADM Master Shelf Optical access point

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Nr. slot 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
OADM W-E ILA E-W ILA W-E OADM E-W

I I
O O
2nd Stg 2nd Stg R
O O
1st Stg
O O
1st Stg

Ch4 Ch3 Ch2 Ch1 Ch4 Ch3 Ch2 Ch1

RX RX
Line

Ch8 Ch7 Ch6 Ch5 Ch8 Ch7 Ch6 Ch5

RX RX
R

O O O O CRAFT
RX2 TX1 RX2 TX1 TERMINAL
IN OUT 1st Stg 1st Stg IN OUT
O O
2nd Stg
O O
2nd Stg

Ch4 Ch3 Ch2 Ch1 Ch4 Ch3 Ch2 Ch1 URG

NURG
TX TX ATTD

ABN
Ch8 Ch7 Ch6 Ch5 Ch8 Ch7 Ch6 Ch5
IDN

TX O O O O TX
RX1 TX2 RX1 TX2

Unit Slot Label Description From/to

OADM W-E 1 RX 1  8 Add channels input, toward East side from Tx TRBDs East side
TX WDM signal output, toward East side to 2nd stage ILA W-E
RX WDM signal input, from West side from 1st stage ILA W-E
TX 1  8 Drop channels output, from West side to Rx TRBDs West side
ILA W-E 4 RX 1 First stage input, from West line from line fiber West side
TX 1 First stage output to OADM W-E RX input
RX 2 Second stage input from OADM W-E TX output
TX 2 Second stage output, to East line to line fiber East side
OADM E-W 5 RX 1  8 Add channels input, toward West side from Tx TRBDs West side
TX WDM signal output, toward West side to 2nd stage ILA E-W
RX WDM signal input, from East side from 1st stage ILA E-W
TX 1  8 Drop channels output, from East side to Rx TRBDs East side
ILA E-W 2 RX 1 First stage input, from East line from line fiber East side
TX 1 First stage output to OADM E-W RX input
RX 2 Second stage input from OADM E-W TX output
TX 2 Second stage output to line fiber East side
DCC_AUX 7
SMEC_3 8
DC/DC CNVR 9-10 DC/DC Converter

Figure 52. 8 channel OADM Master Shelf Optical access point

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3.13.1. Power supply checks

Same as for “Terminal Line Up and Checks”.

Record in OADM Test Log, tab. 3.

3.13.2. Configuration and SW version checks

OADM Test Log, tab. 5

The aim of this test is of verifying the SW version and proper equipment configuration.

 Connect the Local Terminal to the F interface located on the front panel of the SMEC unit.

 Open the 1320CT application and check 1320CT and Equipment SW versions.

 1320CT Version check

 Equipment SW version

Verify “Equipment configuration”

 In the Main equipment window, run the cursor along the rack/s and read on the bottom raw for the
right rack number/s and type

 Double click on the rack, run the cursor along the rack and read on the bottom raw for the right
subrack number/s and type

 Double click on the subrack, run the cursor along the subrack and read on the bottom raw for the
right unit type.

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OADM channels configuration

All channels must be in pass-through.

 In the Master shelf window

double click on one amplifier

double click on one Port icon

highlight one OCHA icon (read the channel number on the bottom raw)
Port  Opt Add/Drop Configuration  Drop-Insert, or Pass-Through

NB. The OADM channel is automatic configured on both the direction

Automatic Power Shutdown Configuration

 In the Master shelf window

double click on one amplifier

double click on the Port icon (read the selected slot amplifier on the bottom raw)

Port  APSD configuration

Select your choice  OK

NB. The APSD configuration is active only on the selected amplifier. Repeat the configuration on both the
unit if required

Verify “Comm/Routing” See par. 3.12.2 on page 159

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3.13.3. Span losses adjustment

Proceed with span losses adjustment as specified in paragraph 3.11.4 on page 145.

3.13.4. ALC output power adjustment

The aim of this step is to tune the ALC output power and to set the booster input power.

[Link]. Configuration 1 - 1686 WM with 1626 LM transponder (see Figure 37 on page 130)

The ALC wavelength is enabled for any wavelength number. The output power is set at –12.5 dBm.

[Link]. Configuration 2 - 1686 WM with 1626 LM Mux/Demux and transponder (see Figure 38 on
page 130)

The OADM ALC is tuned as a function of the OFA output power as indicated in the following table:

Amplifier Pout (dBm) SETCL (dBm)

1925-28/9 From 12 to 17dBm 0

1926-28/9 From 16 to 20dBm 0

15dBm -1

14 -1.5

13 -2

12 -3

3.13.5. Optical amplifier output power adjustment in configuration 2 - 1686 WM with 1626 LM
Mux/Demux and transponder (see Figure 38 on page 130)

1. Read in the LDT the OFA output power that corresponds to the channels number of the segment.

2. Provision this power.

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3.13.6. Tributaries provisioning

[Link]. Configuration 1 - 1686 WM with 1626 LM transponder (see Figure 37 on page 130)

The commissioning is done in the full loading configuration. Therefore dummy channels are used to fill the
add input of the OADM .

Tributary provisioning:

1. Provision the tributaries and set the emitted power as reported in the TRS

2. Plug the tributary units to the OMDX .

3. Plug the laser sources to the free OMDX inputs and set the output power to the value reported in the
TRS.

4. Set LTCER value following the table below TBC

Board type EoL Margin > 1 dB EoL Margin  1 dB

WLA 10Gb 10-5 10-6

WLA 2,5Gb with FEC 10-5 10-6

TRBD 1111/1011 10-3 10-4

[Link]. Configuration 2 - 1686 WM with 1626 LM Mux/Demux and transponder (see Figure 38 on
page 130)

1. Provision the tributaries. They are set to their minimum and default value: -24dBm.

2. Plug the tributary units.

3. Set LTCER value following the table below:

Board type EoL Margin > 1 dB EoL Margin  1 dB

WLA 10Gb 10-5 10-6

WLA 2,5Gb with FEC 10-5 10-6

TRBD 1111 or TRBD1011 10-3 10-4

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3.13.7. OADM interstage adjustment

Proceed with interstage adjustment as specified in paragraph 3.11.8 on page 149.

Note:

- The OADM losses are included in the interstage losses.

- The DCU (if there is one) is installed between the OADM output and the amplifier second stage

First Second
stage Att. DCU stage

OADM
A B
set in
pass-through

3.13.8. Power supply alarm checks

The aim of this test is of verifying the right power supply indication alarms.

 Check that the power supply alarms indications are right by switching on and off the primary and
auxiliary power supply voltages on the Master shelf and on the transponder shelves, if any.

 The alarm indications must meet the following table:

Generated alarm Craft Terminal indication Led on the alarmed unit

Open battery circuit breaker (1 or 2) and/or Problem No indication
Switch off one shelf converter (1 or 2) Converter alarm Front green led light off
Switch off all the shelf converters 1320CT appl. switches off Front green led light off

 Record on Terminal Test Log, tab. 5.

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3.13.9. Optical level checks

The aim of this test is of verifying that all the optical units are working and that the optical levels are within
the allowed level range.

 Set up the equipment as shown in Figure 53 on page 174.

 Set the Variable Optical Attenuator (VOA) so that “Pin_OXA W/E” is as that reported on the factory
TRS.

 Loop the Add/Drop channels with attenuator. The value of this must be compliance with optical power
value reported in the Table 6 on page 153.

 Set the APSD configuration to the “Forced on” state, both on the East and West sides (see par. 3.13.2
on
page 168).

 By means of an optical power meter (OPM), check that the levels at the following point are as those
reported on the factory TRS (or within the allowed range). See Figure 51 on page 166 for optical access
point.

Pin OXA E/W (slot 2 socket RX1)  record on OADM Test Log, tab. 7
If “Pin OXA E/W” differs by more than 1dB from the corresponding value recorded on the factory
TRS, with the same span losses check for the optical connection cleanness.

Pout West line  record on OADM Test Log, tab. 7

Pout East line  record on OADM Test Log, tab. 7

 By means of the OSA, check the presence of all lambdas at “Pout East line” port.

 By means of an OPM, measure the optical power level at all TRBD outputs and record them on OADM
Test Log, tab. 8.

 Measure the optical power (“Pin ILA W/E” for repeater or “Pin Pre” for terminal) on the previous NE and
record on the proper Test Log, (ILA Test Log, tab. 7 and Terminal Test Log, tab. 9).

 If Pin, on the previous NE, differs by more than 1dB with respect to that reported on the corresponding
factory TRS, with the same span losses check for the optical connection cleanness.

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 Pout West line
Pin OXA E/W
A9 A4
E/W OADM_4 /(8)
slot2 slot2
(slot5)
Pout drop Pin add

15dB 2.5 Gb
7 dB 10 Gb
test atten.
TRBD TRBD

TRBD TRBD

TRBD TRBD
ODF
from/to TRBD TRBD
East side East side West side VOA
TRBD TRBD

TRBD TRBD

TRBD TRBD

TRBD TRBD

East side West side

TRBD shelves TRBD shelves
Pout drop Pin add

A4 (slot1) A9
slot4 slot4
W/E OADM_4/(8)
Pout East line Pin OXA W/E

N.B. = The Figure shows all possible attenuators insertion, in normal condition some of them can be
0dB.

Figure 53. OADM Repeater with TRBD block diagram if it is maintained the attenuator between TRBD
on user side is 3dB

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3.13.10. APSD Test

(See Figure 53 on page 174).

The aim of this test is of verifying the laser shut down process and the corresponding alarm indications,
following front cover removal or following line signal loss.

 Enable the APSD function both on the Terminal and on the OADM under test (see par. 3.11.3 on page
142 and 3.13.2 on page 168).

 If properly configured and working, no alarms should be displayed neither on ECT nor on the
equipment.

 Remove the front cover from the amplifier unit in slot 2.

 Verify that the yellow SHUT DN LED on the amplifier unit (slot 2) and the URG red LED on the SMEC
unit light up.

 Verify the APSD functionality as described in Annex A.

 By means of R_ECT check that the Shut Down and ILOS alarms are detected on all the NEs between
the OADM under test and Terminal B, and that no alarms are detected on the East side.

 By means of OPM connected to the W/E amplifier (slot 2) output monitoring socket, verify optical output
power shut down.

 Replace the cover.

 Verify that all alarms disappear within 60 to 180 sec’s.

 Open the East side input signal.

 Verify that the yellow SHUT DN LED on the amplifier unit (slot 4) and the URG red LED on the SMEC
unit light up.

 Verify the APSD functionality as described in Annex A.

 By means of R_ECT check that the Shut Down and ILOS alarms are detected on all the NEs between
the OADM under test and Terminal B, and that no alarms are detected on the West side.

 By means of OPM connected to the W/E amplifier (slot 4) output monitoring socket, verify optical output
power shut down.

 Replace the input signal.

 Verify that all alarms disappear within 60 to 180 sec’s.

 Repeat the tests by removing the signal from the West side input.

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3.13.11. Preparing the OADM for the next NE test

 Connect the West side equipment to the ODF line.

 Set the APSD configuration to “Forced on” on both the amplifiers (see par. 3.13.2 on page 168).

 Set all the Lambdas in pass through.

 Store the properly named Equipment Configuration and Local Configuration on your PC.

 Record the local address on Terminal Test Log, tab. 13.

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3.14. End to end OSNR

3.14.1. Configuration 1

Scope of this section is to verify the Beginning-Of-Life OSNR (in the following it shall be synonymous with
OSNR) on the whole link and in both directions and if necessary to adjust the pre-emphasis.

In full load condition, the minimum OSNR to guarantee is 17.5dB/0.1nm for TRBD1111 measured at pre-
amplifier output

If the OSNR measurements don’t meet the factory result (with the same span characteristics), means that
some significant modification happened on the system in relation to the factory system test, that is dirt optical
connections or some unit replacement (mainly OMDX).

If the span characteristics is not the same, call the PM.

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 TERMINAL A TERMINAL B

ED
WLA Tx1 WLA Tx1
WLA Rx1 Rx1
Tx2 OAM

02C
Rx2 Tx/Rx2

STM 1
ADM
Tx E/W OADM_8 Tx3

Gen/Rec
Line

Line
Rx Rx3
Tx WLA Rx1 WLA Tx1 Tx4
LB OMDX_16

LB OMDX_16
Rx Rx2 Tx2 Rx4

Gen/Rec
Tx Tx5

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STM 16/64
Rx15 Rx4 Tx4 Rx5
WLA Tx16 Tx1 Rx1 ILA RE Tx7
WLA Rx16 Tx2 Rx2 Rx7

Tx4 Rx4
East side Westside
WLAs WLAs
WLA Tx17 Tx8
WLA Rx17 W/E OADM_8 Rx8
Tx18 Tx9
Line

Line
Rx18 Rx9

STM 1
ADM
Tx Tx10

Gen/Rec
Rx Rx10
Tx Tx11
SB OMDX_16

SB OMDX_16
Rx Rx11

Gen/Rec
Tx31 Tx12

STM 16/64
Rx31 If STM1Gen/Rec is used for test, any test attenuator can be Rx12

Note. As the starting point, all the attenuators are set as reported in factory TRS.
WLA Tx32 replaced by an ADM with a loop on the same STM1 signal Tx13

Figure 54. End to End OSNR measurement system set up

WLA Rx32 ADM Rx13

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NB1. Choose the chain attenuators so that Pin = Pin min of the input port

NB2. BER and Stability test are measured, at the same time or in two step, in 16 channel block

NB3. In case of heterogeneous channels STM16 and STM64, two separate chains
are formed

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[Link]. Channel balancing procedure with all Lambdas loaded

When in the Link there are some OADM NE, verify that all the Lambdas in these NEs are in pass through.

Step 1 - OSNR at Terminal B Pre-Amplifier output

OSNR measurement on Terminal B, Pre-Amplifier output.

Pre-emphasis adjustment at Terminal A, Mux input.

 Set up the system as shown in Figure 54 on page 178.

 By means of R_ECT set the OADM Channels along the link to the “Pass Through” mode. (see par.
3.13.2 on page 168).

 Connect the OSA to the Terminal B Pre-Amplifier output (slot 4 socket TX2).

 Verify that the difference between the highest and lowest OSNR is less than 3 dB, and the OSNR of all
lambdas is higher than 17.5 dB for TRBD1111.
If the difference between the highest and lowest OSNR is more than 3 dB, pre-emphasis must be
adjusted on Terminal A.
Pre-emphasis is adjusted by varying the level of each lambda, at the Mux input on Terminal A, i.e., to
decrease the level of those lambdas with the higher OSNR, or to increase the level of those lambdas
with lower OSNR. This level variation is achieved by changing the output power level of the TRBD1111.
The procedure is shown on the Figure 55 on page 179 and Figure 56 on page 179.

To be updated

Figure 55. TRBD1111 power level configuration

To be updated

Figure 56. 10 Gb power level configuration

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 The limits of the value to write on the window of Figure 56 on page 179 are:

- -24dBm for the minimum output power of TRBD1111/TRB1011

- +1dBm for the maximum output power of TRBD1111/TRB1011

If OSNR of some lambdas is less than 17.5 dB, check the cleanness of the optical connectors on both
Terminals, if this isn’t enough repeat the pre-emphasis adjustment for a smaller difference (1.5 or 2 dB)
between the highest and lowest OSNR.

When the above requirements are reached:

 Save and record the OSNR measurements on Terminal Test Log, screen 1.

 Record the MUX input level (slot 1 socket RX 2x 3x, slot 5 socket RX 43 5x) on Terminal Test Log,
tab. 7.
Record also in the Pin OMX column the output level of TRBD1111, on Terminal Test Log, tab. 7.

 Connect the OSA to the Terminal B Pre-Amplifier output monitoring socket.

 Save and record the monitoring OSNR measurements on Terminal Test Log, screen 1.

Step 2 – Check of TRBD WDM input power

The scope of this step is to verify the optical levels at TRBD1111 input in Terminal.
The TRBD1111 input level should be in the (-21.2 to +2dBm) range.
The TRBD1011 input level should be in the (-20.2 to +8dBm) range.
If necessary check the cleanness of the optical connectors of the optical path between the pre-amplifier
output and the TRBD input.

 Record the level measurements on Terminal Test Log, tab. 8. Record the DEMUX output level (slot1,
socket TX 2x 3x; slot 5, socket TX 43 5x) on Terminal Test Log, tab. 8.

Step 3 - OSNR at Terminal A Pre-Amplifier output

Same as for step 1.

 Connect the OSA to the Terminal A pre-amplifier output monitoring socket.

 Save and record the monitoring OSNR measurements on Terminal Test Log, screen 2.

Step 4 – Check of TRBD WDM input power

Same as for step 1, but read “Terminal A” instead of “Terminal B”.

[Link]. Monitoring points measure

 Measure the optical power level on all terminals monitoring points and record on Terminal Test Log,
tab. 11.

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 Record the matching attenuators listed in Terminal Test Log, tab. 10 (note: some of them can be 0
dB).

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3.14.2. Configuration 2 - 1686 WM with 1626 LM Mux/Demux and transponder (see Figure 38 on
page 130)

The purpose of this step is to equalize the performances of the installed channels.

Conditions:

Channels installed and provisioned at their minimum power

The target OSNR is available in the LDT if it isn’t specified consider the table below:

TRBD1111 TRBD1011

Target OSNR (*) for Reference 17.5dB/0.1nm 20dB/0.1nm

link

(*) : The “OSNR Target” is indicated in LDT.

Procedure:

1. At the Transmit terminal:

Modify the output power of each tributary concerned (all together) increasing it by step of 0.5dB

2. At the receive terminal:

- Compare the OSNR of each channel to the system target OSNR (indicated in LDT)

- Compare the OSNR value of each channel to the system target OSNR. If the OSNR of all the channels
is within system target OSNR and system target OSNR +3dB, then the channel balancing is complete.
If not, go to 1.

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3.15. OADM Commissioning

3.15.1. Configuration 1 - 1686 WM with 1626 LM transponder (see Figure 37 on page 130)

The scope of these tests is to verify the compliance of the NE to the factory TRS, and consequently to the
network design.

In the following, it is assumed that:

- OADM section line up has been performed

- Terminal A to Terminal B and viceversa pre emphasis has been performed (see par.3.8).

- Terminal A is connected to the East side, and Terminal B is connected to the West side.

- Configure the Lambdas in the OADM NE, in optical add drop configuration.

[Link]. Pre-Emphasis adjustment

The scope of this section is to verify the Beginning-Of-Life OSNR (in the following it shall be named OSNR)
on the lambdas involved in the add/drop function and, if required, to adjust the pre-emphasis.

The minimum OSNR to guarantee is 17.5dB/0.1nm for the TRBD1111.

Two or three operators are required to execute the measurements described in this section, i.e., one at the
NE under test site and the other/s at the Terminal/s site/s.

Step 1. OSNR versus Terminal A (Optical Repeater)

If there are others OADM NE between the OADM under test and Terminal A, all the Lambdas in those
OADM NE must be put in pass through.

OSNR measurement on Terminal A, Pre_Amplifier output.

Pre emphasis adjustment on OADM East side channels input (slot 1 socket RXn).

 Connect the OSA to the Terminal A. Pre_Amplifier output (slot 4 socket TX2).

 Verify that the difference between the highest and lowest OSNR is less than 3dB, and OSNR is more
than 17.5dB for all lambdas.

If the difference between the highest and lowest OSNR is more than 3 dB, pre-emphasis must be
adjusted on the OADM East side channels input (slot 1 socket RXn).

Pre-emphasis is adjusted by varying the level of each lambda, at the OADM2 channel input, i.e., to
either decrease the level of those lambdas with the higher OSNR, or to increase the level of those
lambdas with lower OSNR. This level variation is achieved by changing the output level of the
TRBD1111.

If OSNR of some lambdas is less than 17.5 dB, check the cleanness of the optical connectors both on
the Terminal and on the OADM, then repeat the pre-emphasis adjustment for a smaller difference (1.5
or 2dB) between the highest and lowest OSNR.

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 When the above requirements are reached:

 Record the TRBD output power in OADM Test Log, tab. 8. If not all TRBD1111 supported by the
system are equipped, record the OADM input level for the missing TRBDs (slot 1 socket RXn).

 Save and record the monitoring OSNR measurements on Link Test Log, screen 3.

Step 2. Check of TRBD input power of OADM dropped channels coming from Terminal A

Post-emphasis adjustment on OADM E/W tributary output (slot 5 socket TXn).

Scope of this step is to verify the optical levels of the channels dropped in the E/W direction, at the
TRBD1111 Rx input..

 By means of the OPM, verify that the levels at East side TRBD1111 Rx input (socket OPTin WDM for
10 Gb) are in the –21.2 to +2dBm range.

 Record the level measurements on OADM Test Log, tab. 8. If not all TRBD supported by the system
are equipped, record the OADM output level (slot 5 socket TXn) for the missing TRBDs.

Step 3. OSNR versus Terminal B OR

Same as for step 1 but made on the Terminal B side.

Save and record the OSNR measurements on Link Test Log, screen 4.

Step 4. Check of TRBD input power of OADM dropped channels coming from Terminal B

Same as for step 2 but made on the Terminal B side.

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[Link]. Main Path Signal Level measurement

 Set up the equipment, as shown in Figure 53 on page 174, but connected to the East and West lines
(without VOA).

 Loop the Add/Drop channels, through 7 dB attenuators for 10 Gb, between TRBD1111 Rx output and
WLA Tx input.

 Set the laser of both amplifiers to the “Forced on” state, and enable the Add/Drop function.

 By means of OPM measure the optical power level at the following point, and record on OADM Test
Log tab. 7:

 Pin OXA W/E”.

If “Pin OXA W/E” differs by more than 1dB with respect to the corresponding value recorded on
factory TRS with the same span losses, clean the optical connections.

 Measure the optical power level on all the monitoring points and record them on OADM Test Log, tab.
9.

 Record all the NE attenuators value listed on OADM Test Log, tab. 10.

3.15.2. Configuration 2 - 1686 WM with 1626 LM Mux/Demux and transponder (see Figure 38 on
page 130)

In the first step, the balancing is done with all channels in pass-through

- then the add/drop configuration is installed

- the pre-emphasis of the added channels is set to obtain the same OSNR than the one measured in
pass-through configuration.

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3.16. Amplifier Output Optical Power Tuning in configuration 1

If the system has to manage only a few lambdas, a tuning is required on Boosters and the repeater
amplifiers (either ILA and OADM), in order to reduce the optical power per lambda launched on the line.

Before to do this operation, the “Span Losses Adjustment” and “Inter-stage attenuator computation” must be
done and the maximum output power (for the full load) of the amplifier is known.

Procedure

- If at the output of the OFA is not present any attenuator, then provision its own power at the value that
is written in LDT “Maximum power in the fiber”

- If at the output of the OFA there is an attenuator, then sum the value that is written in LDT “Maximum
power in the fiber” and the value of the attenuator (V = LDT + Attenuator value)

- Provision the OFA output power in this way:

- If V < “Maximum OFA output power” then provision at the value V

- If V >= “Maximum OFA output power” then provision at the “Maximum OFA output power”

The operation is service error free and can be carried out by means of R_ECT or OS.

Amplifier Tuning application:

 Use the R_ECT (or OS) to set the output optical power of all the amplifiers (except Pre-amplifier) as
specified in LDT (Maximum Power in the fiber).

 From the Master shelf main window double click on the amplifier to be tuned

Highlight the “port #1” icon then

From the upper menu bar select

Board  Output power see Figure 57 on page 187

Set the required value in the “Output power level” box  OK see Figure 58 on page 187

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 Figure 57. Amplifier output power setting selection

Figure 58. Amplifier output power setting

Perform the setting level on all the amplifier of the link except Preamplifier.

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3.17. Saturation lambda check/setting

3.17.1. Configuration 1

[Link]. Saturation lambda in booster

 By means of R_ECT (or OS) check (or set) the “Output Power Reference” for the saturation lambda.

 From the Master shelf main window double click on

the Expansion board for terminal NE

the OADM board for OADM NE.

From the upper menu bar select

Board  Current instantaneous measures see Figure 59 page 188

Verify the “Expansion board: output power reference” is –6 dBm see Figure 60 page 188

If setting is needed, from the upper menu bar select

Board  Output power see Figure 59 page 188

Set the default value (-6 dBm) in the “Output power level” box  OK see Figure 61 page 189

Figure 59. Expansion board: output power reference Setting /Measurement selection

Figure 60. Expansion board: output power reference measures

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 Figure 61. Expansion board: output power reference level setting

[Link]. Saturation lambda in OADM

The aggregate output power at the OADM unit output is set according to the following table (provisionable
parameter (SETCL):

Amplifier Pout (dBm) SETCL (dBm)

1925-28/9-17dBm From 12 to 17dBm 0

1926-28/9-20dBm From 16 to 20dBm 0

15dBm -1

14 -1.5

13 -2

12 -3

3.17.2. Configuration 2

There is no modification of the ALC output power in configuration 2 at this step.

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3.18. End to End commissioning
Scope of the following tests is to verify the compliance of the link with network design.

3.18.1. End to End BER

Scope of this test is to verify that no errors occur when STM64 stream is sent and received to/from an
STM64 tributary interface of the WDM link.

Although the test could be done by applying an STM1, or any other stream, to an ADM connected to the
WDM equipment, the choice of carry out the test by applying an STM64 Generator/Analyzer to the WDM
equipment interface, saves time if wanting to measure BER  10-12. Moreover, to save time, measurement is
carried out by daisy-chain connecting all the contractual lambdas.

 Set up the system as shown in Figure 62 on page 192 or Figure 63 on page 193.

 Enable APSD on all the NEs.

 Enable Add/Drop function on OADM NE.

 Connect the STM64 Generator/Analyzer to the STM64 equipment interface.

 Verify that the path is working by inserting errors through the specific instrument.

 Verify that no alarms are present on all the NEs along the link.

 Clear the detected errors from the instrument.

 Start the measurement and verify that no errors occur for about 7 minutes (i.e., until BER  10-12 is
reached).

 Save and record the result on Link Test Log, screen 5 and on Link Test Log, tab.1.

Note1. End to End BER measurement performed with the OADM NE set up as shown in Figure 62 on
page 192 or Figure 63 on page 193, also comprises the OADM performances.

Note2. Daisy chain can be arranged only if at least one Terminal is equipped with TRBDs, or ADMs are
available. Moreover, BER measurements on WDM STM64 interfaces without TRBDs, will be
executed only if the corresponding coloured ADMs are available.

Note3 At the Begin Of Life (BOL) the guaranteed value of the BER is 10 -15

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3.18.2. End to End Stability test

Scope of this test is to verify the quality performances of the link.

The stability test should be done on a single looped STM64 path, on contractual lambdas. Since this method
of testing would take too much time (at least one day per lambda), an alternative method could be a daisy
chain connection (see in Figure 62 on page 192), hence the resulting errors will be the sum of the errors
occurred on all the STM64 paths. Therefore, if the number of errors in the daisy chain mode have a given
value, the number of errors on the single channel would be certainly better.

The bit rate signal used for this measurement, and the connection point between the chained channels, will
be based on the equipment available. Specifically, if no ADMs are available, then the chain will be on the
WDM_STM64 interface, if all the required ADMs are available then one tributary per ADM will be chained, if
only some ADMs are available the chain will be a combination of the previous ones.

Note1. Daisy chain can be arranged only if at least one Terminal is equipped with TRBDs or ADMs are
available.

Note2. End to End Stability test performed with the OADM NE set up as shown in in Figure 62 on page
192 or Figure 63 on page 193, also comprises the OADM performances.

 Set up the system as shown in in Figure 62 on page 192 or Figure 63 on page 193.

 Enable APSD on all the NEs.

 Enable Add/Drop function on OADM NE.

 Connect the pattern Generator/Analyzer to specific equipment interface access.

 Verify that the path is working, by inserting errors through the specific instrument.

 Verify that no alarms are present on all the NEs along the link.

 Clear the detected test errors from the instrument and clear the alarms from the maintenance memory
of the equipment.

 Start measurement

 After a 24 hours period, check result compliance with ITU-T M2100, M2101 recommendation
(Performance limits for bringing-into-service), and verify that no alarms are present in the maintenance
memory.

 Save and record the result on Link Test Log, screen 6 and on the Link Test Log, tab. 1.

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WLA Tx1 WLA Tx1

Rx1 Rx1
Tx2 OAM

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Rx2 Tx/Rx 2
Tx3 E/W OADM_4 Tx3

Line

Line
Rx3 Rx3

1/2 LB OMDX_8
1/2 LB OMDX_8

Tx4 WLA Rx1 WLA Tx1 Tx4

Rx4 Rx2 Tx2 Rx4

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Tx5 Rx4 Tx4 Tx5
Rx5 Tx1 Rx1 ILA Rx5
Tx6 Tx2 Rx2
Rx6 Tx/Rx 6
Tx7 Tx4 Rx4 Tx7
Rx7 East side Westside Rx7

1/2 LB OMDX_8
1/2 LB OMDX_8

WLAs WLAs
Tx8 Tx8
W/E OADM_4

STM 1
ADM
Rx8 Rx8

Gen/Rec
Line

Line
Tx9 Tx9
Rx9 Rx9
Tx10 Tx10

Gen/Rec
STM 16/64
Rx10 Rx10
Tx11 Tx11
Rx11 Rx11

1/2 SB OMDX_8
1/2 SB OMDX_8

Tx12 If STM1Gen/Rec is used for test, any test attenuator can be Tx12
Rx12 replaced by an ADM with a loop on the same STM1 signal Rx12
ADM
Tx13 Tx13
Rx13 Rx13

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Tx15
Rx15 Tx/Rx 15
[Link] case of heterogeneous channels STM16 and STM64, two separate chains

1/2 SB OMDX_8
1/2 SB OMDX_8

Figure 62. BER & Stability test measurement System setup – 16 channel configuration
Tx16 are formed Tx16
Rx16 Rx16

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WLA Tx1 WLA Tx1
WLA Rx1 Rx1

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Tx2 OAM
Rx2 Tx/Rx2

STM 1
ADM
Tx E/W OADM_8 Tx3

Gen/Rec
Line

Line
Rx Rx3
Tx WLA Rx1 WLA Tx1 Tx4
LB OMDX_16

LB OMDX_16
Rx Rx2 Tx2 Rx4

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Gen/Rec
Tx Tx5

STM 16/64
Rx15 Rx4 Tx4 Rx5
WLA Tx16 Tx1 Rx1 ILA RE Tx7
WLA Rx16 Tx2 Rx2 Rx7

Tx4 Rx4
East side Westside
WLAs WLAs
WLA Tx17 Tx8
WLA Rx17 W/E OADM_8 Rx8
Tx18 Tx9
Line

Line
Rx18 Rx9

STM 1
ADM
Tx Tx10

Gen/Rec
Rx Rx10
Tx Tx11
SB OMDX_16

SB OMDX_16
Rx Rx11

Gen/Rec
Tx31 Tx12

STM 16/64
Rx31 If STM1Gen/Rec is used for test, any test attenuator can be Rx12
WLA Tx32 replaced by an ADM with a loop on the same STM1 signal Tx13
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NB2. BER and Stability test are measured, at the same time or in two step, in 16 channel block

Figure 63. BER & Stability test measurement System setup – 32 channel configuration
NB3. In case of heterogeneous channels STM16 and STM64, two separate chains
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3.18.3. Final checks

In this section are described the last operations to be performed before inserting the link into the network.

[Link]. APSD check on the link

 Verify the APSD procedure as specified in appendix B.

The test is done by disconnecting one fiber line, or by removing one unit front cover, or by forcing OFF
the laser on one amplifier

Particular attention should be given to the fact that if the link has no OADM repeater, then a failure
causing laser shut down, leads the entire link to out of service state.

If there is one or more OADM repeaters along the link, then a failure causing laser shut down, leads to
out of service state only the spans between the Terminal and the OADM (or between two OADM) where
failure has taken place.

 Record the result on Link Test Log, tab. 1.

 Set all parameters of all the NEs to normal working condition.

[Link]. NE address check

 By means of the R_ECT check the NE addresses along the link and record them on Link Test Log,
tab. 2.

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4 1626LM WITH 1686WM UPGRADE

4.1. Introduction
This part proposes the upgrade procedure with the 1626LM R1.0 of in-traffic systems installed with the
1686WM. This procedure deals with a system upgrade whatever the number of already installed and
balanced channels.

This document deals with the following 1626LM units (in addition to the 1686WM ones) and their software
management:

- the 1626LM tributaries TRBD1111 and TRBD1011

- the 1626LM band MUX/DMUX BMDX1000 (in Terminal station)
- the 1626LM channel MUX/DMUX CMDX1010.

The procedure applies to the following system upgrade configurations:

- upgrade of an already in-traffic 1686WM stand-alone system

- with EXP unit: the TRBD are connected to the CMDX units, themselves connected to the BMDX
unit. The BMDX Output on MUX Side (respectively Input on DMUX side) is connected to the
available EXP input (respectively EXP output).
- With OADM unit: the TRBD are directly connected to the OADM units.
- With OMDX16 unit: the TRBD are directly connected to the OMDX16 units.

- upgrade of an already in-traffic 1626LM R1.0 (with 1686WM line) system

- The TRBD are directly connected to the CMDX units in one band and directly connected to the
OMDX16 in the other band.

1686 WM system upgrade: loading plan example

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10

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195.8
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194.8
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194.8
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194.4
194.3
194.2
194.1
194.0
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193.8
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193.1
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192.8
192.7
192.8
192.5
192.4
192.3
192.2
192.1
192.0
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Figure 64. 1686 WM upgrade (in blue band) loading plan (configuration 2)

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4.2. Upgrade sequences
The upgrade procedure for the 1626LM R1.0 is devided in several sequences as a function of the total
number of channels to add. During a sequence, the OFAs output power is increased of 1dB maximum and
the added channel number is limited according to the LDT. A sequence must respect the order of the
following steps:

- Step 1 : New tributaries first provisioning

- Step 2 : All OFAs output power re-adjustment

- Step 3 : New tributaries output power tuning

- Step 4 : Control of total channel upgraded

The sequence is repeated as long as the added channel number is not equal to the total number of channels
to add.

4.2.1. Step 1 - New tributaries first provisionning

The purpose of this step is to provision the new tributaries to be able to correctly re-adjust the line, without
any impact on the working channels.

This step has to be done in all terminals (Terminal station and 1686WM OADM site)
Provision only the maximum number of channesl allowed in the sequence. It is given in the LDT.
To tune the new tributaries at their minimum power by adding the number of channels specified in the 1686
LDT:

1) Plug the 1626LM tributary boards corresponding to the new channels. Do not connect the WDM
outputs.

2) Provision the tributary: it is automatically tuned to the minimum (default value): -24dBm for TRBD1111.

3) After the TRBD RUP alarm is cleared (time for wavelength and output power tuning) the “W Output” and
“W Input” front panel connectors of each 1626LM TRBD board has to be connected to the front plane of
the 1686WM OMDX16 board or the OADM or the 1626LM CMDX as a function of the upgrade
configuration.

4.2.2. Step 2 - All OFAs output power re-adjustment

The purpose of this step is to re-adjust if necessary the output power of each amplifier of the line (including
the booster of each terminal station) according to the new total number of channels installed to launch a
sufficient power to guarantee the system performance.

For each amplifier of the link (sequentially from the booster to the pre-amplifier) tune its output power
according to the value given in the LDT which is determined by the added channel number of the sequence.
The OADM ALC is also tuned as indicated in the following table:

Amplifier Pout (dBm) Set ALC (dBm)

1925-28/9 From 12 to 17dBm 0
1926-28/9 From 16 to 20dBm 0
15dBm -1
14 -1.5
13 -2
12 -3

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4.2.3. Step 3 - New tributaries output power tuning

The purpose of this step is to tune the output power the of new tributaries in order to obtain and equalize the
performances of these new channels without modification of the channels in-traffic.

This procedure is applicable for point-to-point links with 1686WM OADM.

Conditions:

- New channels installed and tuned at their minimum power

- OFA tuned correctly (output power)

- Terminal test log recorded during the commissioning of the link

[Link]. Configuration 1 - 1686WM with 1626LM transponder (see Figure 37 on page 130)

- The OSNR target for a system already in-traffic with 1686WM tributaries installed is of 21dB/0.1nm.

- The OSNR target for a system already in-traffic with only 1626LM TRBD1111 installed is
17.5 dB/0.1nm.

- The OSNR target for a system already in-traffic with only 1626LM TRBD1011 installed is 20dB/0.1nm.

10Gb/s bit rate TRFEC64

Target OSNR for 21dB / 0.1nm

reference link

10Gb/s bit rate TRBD1111 with already in traffic only TRBD1111 with already in traffic
TRBD1111 TRFEC64

Target OSNR for 17.5dB/ 0.1 nm 21dB/ 0.1 nm

Reference link

10Gb/s bit rate TRBD1011 with already in traffic only TRBD1011 with already in traffic
TRBD1011 TRFEC64

Target OSNR for 20dB/ 0.1 nm 21dB/ 0.1 nm

Reference link

Procedure:

At the transmit side (line terminal or OADM):

- tune the new tributaries output power to the power recorded as “MUX input level” during the
commissioning of the link.

At the receive side:

- monitor the pre-amplifier output using an OSA connected to the “OFA out monitor “.
- Check that the OSNR of the new installed is ≥ the target OSNR.
- If it is the tuning is complete. If not, the pre-emphasis must be re-adjusted.
- When all the new channels are installed, check that their OSNR are within 3dB.
- If it is the tuning is complete. If not the pre-emphasis must be re-adjusted.

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[Link]. Configuration 2 - 1686WM with 1626LM Mux/Demux and transponder (see Figure 38 on page
130)

Point to point link:

- The OSNR target for a system already in-traffic with only 1626LM TRBD1111 installed is
17.5dB/0.1nm.

- The OSNR target for a system already in-traffic with only 1626LM TRBD1011 installed is 20dB/0.1nm.

10Gb/s bit rate TRFEC64

Target OSNR for 21dB / 0.1nm

reference link

10Gb/s bit rate TRBD1111 with already in traffic only

TRBD1111

Target OSNR for 17.5dB/ 0.1 nm

Reference link

10Gb/s bit rate TRBD1011 with already in traffic only

TRBD1111

Target OSNR for 20dB/ 0.1 nm

Reference link

If it is an upgrade of a system already in-traffic with 1686WM tributaries: the OSNR target of TRBD linked to
the OMDX is 21dB/0.1nm. the OSNR target of the TRBD linked to the 1626LM mux/dmux is :

- 21dB as long there are less or equal to 16 channels in this band

- above 16 channels it becomes 17.5dB for the TRBD1111 in this band

- above 16 channels it becomes 20dB for the TRBD1011 in this band

Procedure:

At the transmit side:

- Increase the new tributaries output power by step of 0.5dB

At the receive side:

- monitor the pre-amplifier output using an OSA connected to the “OFA out monitor “.

- Check that the OSNR of the new installed is ≥ the target OSNR.

- If it is the tuning is complete. If not, the pre-emphasis must be re-adjusted.

- When all the new channels are installed, check that their OSNR are within 3dB.

- If it is the tuning is complete. If not the pre-emphasis must be re-adjusted.

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Link with OADM :

- the upgrade balancing is first done with all new channels in pass-through according to “point to point
link”

- then install the add-drop configuration

- the pre-emphasis of the added channel is set to obtain the same the same OSNR than the one
measured in pass-through configuration.

4.2.4. Step 4 – Control of total channels upgraded

If all the channels upgraded are not installed, return to step 1 to install the other channels.

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ANNEXES

Annex A Automatic power shutdown APSD 1686

Automatic power shutdown APSD

The APSD is implemented in the WDM terminal and on the OADM repeater sites to have a safety
mechanism independent from the host systems. During APSD the OSC is still working.

In case of links without add-drop sites, the system will comply with the ITU-T G664 recommendation.

East West

Figure 65. Cable break in a Link with ILA only

In case of "metropolitan" and "short-metropolitan" configurations, the APSD is not necessary hence, it is
disabled through the specific software application.

Cable break (WDM line) without OADM repeater

When detecting loss of signal the expansion board shuts down the booster in the opposite direction.

All the OFA units shut down in sequence. The APSD procedure is then continued at host system level (ALS).
The booster is reactivated when the previous condition is removed. When the WDM line system is working
again, each host system can restart alone based on its specific ALS procedure.

General description of APSD on an OADM site

The presence of an add/drop functionality in a repeater site with a double stage amplifier changes the APSD
procedure. The Optical Multiplex Section (OMS) is terminated and regenerated in an add/drop site and it is
important that an APSD procedure in one OMS does not influence another OMS. Therefore, an APSD
procedure is activated in each section should a fibre break before an A/D site. This APSD procedure is HW
configured (jumper present on the OXA board).

The following Figure shows a typical safety procedure for a single OADM site.

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 East West

Figure 66. Cable break in a Link with one OADM

The example given shows that the APSD procedure is activated only in the OMS#1, the OMS#2 being not
affected by the procedure and the traffic between the tributaries at OADM site and the terminal is not
disturbed.
The Figure below shows a typical safety procedure for 2 OADM sites.

East West

Figure 67. Cable break in a Link with two OADM

This example shows that the APSD procedure is activated only in the OMS#2, the OMS#1 and #3 are not
affected by the procedure and the traffic between the tributaries at the OADM sites and the terminals is not
disturbed.

Cover removed

When detecting cover removed fault, the output power of the faulty OFA is shut down. This corresponds to a
cable break and the APSD procedure is performed in the same way.

APSD restart concept

Three restart modes follow APSD: Automatic restart, Manual restart, Manual restart for test.

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Annex B LINK DESCRIPTION TABLE (LDT) 1686

Site 1-Site N link

Channels Count: Ch#

Expected average OSNR dB

Span losses:

Site 1 Site 2 dB Bracket value dB

Site 2 Site 3 dB Bracket value dB
… … … … …
Site N-2 Site N-1 dB Bracket value dB
Site N-1 Site N dB Bracket value dB

Amplifiers datas:

Site 1 (Booster) Interstage losses: 1) dB

Minimum inter-stage attenuator 2) dB
DCU type (at inter-stage) 3)
Maximum power in the fiber 4) dBm
Minimum in-line attenuator 5) dB

Site 2 (Site 1  Site 2) Interstage losses: 1) dB

Minimum inter-stage attenuator 2) dB
DCU type (at inter-stage) 3)
Maximum power in the fiber 4) dBm
Minimum in-line attenuator 5) dB
DCU type (before OFA) 6) dB

Site N –1 (Site N-2  Site N-1) Interstage losses: 1) dB

Minimum inter-stage attenuator 2) dB
DCU type (at inter-stage) 3)
Maximum power in the fiber 4) dBm
Minimum in-line attenuator 5) dB
DCU type (before OFA) 6) dB

Site N (Site N-1  Site N) Interstage losses: 1) dB

Minimum inter-stage attenuator 2) dB
DCU type (at inter-stage) 3)
Maximum power in the fiber 4) dBm
Minimum in-line attenuator 5) dB
DCU type (before OFA) 6) dB

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 Site N-Site 1 link

Channels Count: Ch#

Expected average OSNR dB

Span losses:

Site N Site N-1 dB Bracket value dB

Site N-1 Site N-2 dB Bracket value dB
… … … … …
Site 3 Site 2 dB Bracket value dB
Site 2 Site 1 dB Bracket value dB

Amplifiers datas:

Site N (Booster) Interstage losses: 1) dB

Minimum inter-stage attenuator 2) dB
DCU type (at inter-stage) 3)
Maximum power in the fiber 4) dBm
Minimum in-line attenuator 5) dB

Site N-1 (Site N  Site N-1) Interstage losses: 1) dB

Minimum inter-stage attenuator 2) dB
DCU type (at inter-stage) 3)
Maximum power in the fiber 4) dBm
Minimum in-line attenuator 5) dB
DCU type (before OFA) 6) dB

Site 2 (Site 3  Site 2) Interstage losses: 1) dB

Minimum inter-stage attenuator 2) dB
DCU type (at inter-stage) 3)
Maximum power in the fiber 4) dBm
Minimum in-line attenuator 5) dB
DCU type (before OFA) 6) dB

Site 3 (Site 2  Site 1) Interstage losses: 1) dB

Minimum inter-stage attenuator 2) dB
DCU type (at inter-stage) 3)
Maximum power in the fiber 4) dBm
Minimum in-line attenuator 5) dB
DCU type (before OFA) 6) dB

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Note:

1) Inter-stage losses: The value given here is the application of the 37 dB rule (see details given in a
separate document).

2) Minimum inter-stage attenuator: corresponds to the minimum value of the attenuator that is placed
between the output of the first stage and the second stage of the OFA

3) DCU type: precise the DCU type expected at the OFA inter-stage. The information comes from the DCF
mapping.

4) Maximum power in the fiber: Corresponds to maximum power that can be launched in the fiber
following the considered amplifier. This figure is calculated by the link designer from the link’s
characteristics: fiber type, channels spacing, bit rate, span number and channels count. If the maximum
power in the fiber is higher than the forecasted full load output power, one should specify the full load
output power for procedure reasons.

5) Minimum in line attenuator: corresponds to an attenuator that is placed at the beginning of the link. It is
used to avoid OFA tuning at full load or to avoid non-linear effect. It is determined by the link designer.

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Annex C

C.1. Introduction

This document describes the Foglamp Installer R1 software that will be used during Installation and “Factory
Acceptance Test” to program Rack and Shelf identifiers.

C.1.1. General architecture

ESCT slot 24
ESCT slot 1

SPI-Trans board
Parallel cable

The elements necessary for connecting the PC to the shelf are part of the 3AL94902AAAA Kit (162xLM R1.x
Kit SW Installer), made of :

- one SPI-Trans board (3AL 94342 ABAA) that will be plugged in any of the small 20mm slots

- one parallel cable (3DB 03992 AAAA ) to connect the PC to the SPI-Trans board

- one CD-Rom containing the Installation software (3AL 94903 AAAA).

The “FOGLAMP Installer” program is executed in the PC and allows access to the shelf SPI bus from the PC
Parallel Port via the SPI_Trans board.

C.1.2. Overview

The “Tool” program can be used during Installation and “Factory Acceptance Test” to configure:

1- the rack number

2- the shelf number within a rack

These data will be programmed in the XTID board of the shelf and also in the ESCT present in the shelf.

The shelf and rack designation are the same name as those used in the Craft Terminal application.

This document describes in details the tool.

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C.2. Software installation on the PC

You MUST install while logged on as an ADMINSTRATOR.

C.2.1. Driver Installation

- Insert the CD on the desktop

- click on the driver to read the CD
- click on driverpar
- to start the installation click on port95nt
- click yes to the question “this will install DriverLINK port I/O driver. Do you wish to continue? “
- click NEXT to the window DriverLINK port I/O setup WELCOME
- click yes to the question Software License Agreement
- click NEXT to the window READ ME INFORMATION (is for win 95 and win NT)
- choose destination location C:\Program Files\DLPortIO click NEXT
- select Typical installation on the window setup Type and click NEXT
- selecton the window program folder DLPortIO and accessoires click NEXT
- if the informations are ok

Setup Type:

Typical

Target Folder

C:\Program Files\DLPortIO

User Information

Name: Alcatel
Company: Alcatel
start copying files click NEXT
- setup complete select no I will restart my computer later click FINISH
- click Finish to complete the setup

congratulation you are install the Driverpar

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C.2.2. Application Installation

- Click on the driver to read the CD

- click on V1.0.0
- to start the installation click on setup
- click yes to the question “this will install FGInstallator V1.00.00. Do you wish to continue? “
- click NEXT to the window setup WELCOME to the FGInstallator V1.00.00 Setup Wizard
- click Next to select Destination Directory C:\Program Files\FogLamp\Installator\V1_0_0
- click yes if the program is already exist
- click NEXT to the window setup Full installation
- click NEXT the start Menu folder is FogLamp\Installator\1626LM\V100
- on select additional Tasks select “Create a desktop icon and clieck next
- the configuration is Destination directory:

- C:\Program Files\FogLamp\Installator\V1_0_0

Setup type:

Full installation

Selected components:

Foglamp Core Application

Installator Application

Start Menu folder:

FogLamp\Installator\1626LM\V100

Additional tasks:

Create a desktop icon

- If it is ok click install

- the installation is finish click finish

congratulation you are install the application

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C.2.3. Launching the application

A double click on the icône , launches the welcome window of the “Foglamp Installer R1” software.

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C.3. Rack & shelf id programmation

- A click on the 1626LM-R1.0 button launches the following window:

- Select SPI-B bus :

This is necessary to use the SPI-B output on the SPI-Trans board.

When no ESCT is present in the shelf, both SPI busses can be used.
When ESCT in slot 1 is present, SPI-A is reserved for the ESCT and the SPI-Trans board must use the
SPI-B bus.
NB: in long term future releases, when ESCT will be present in ESCT slot24, the user will have to select
SPI-A and disconnect ESCT in slot1 to properly access the board.

- Click on “Configure” to open the following window for “Rack and Shelf Configuration”.

Programming section
Information section
Status&Action section

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This window is made of 3 parts:

1) An information section displays the XTID data (rack/shelf Ids, mode Master/slave)

2) A Programming section gives the possibility to modify the rack/shelf data

3) A Status&Action section

C.3.1. Information section

The information section gives the current status of the information present in the XTID board. When nothing
is programmed, the Undefined!! Message is displayed, for Equipment type, Rack function and Shelf
assignement.

If no XTID is present in the shelf, this section displays the data read in the ESCT slot1 (TBC)

If no XTID is present and no ESCT present in slot 1 then this section displays the data read in ESCT slot24
(TBC)

C.3.2. Programming section

The programming section offers the possibility to modify the data in the XTID and all ESCT that are present
in the shelf.

- Select Equipment type (1620LM or 1626LM) in the first line.

- Select Rack number in the 2nd line.

Racks are identified depending on their physical location in a transmission system (01 to 32).

The 1st rack is declared as MASTERRACK Rack#01 because it will contain the shelf with the ESCT in
“Equipment Controller” mode.

All other racks will be declared SECONDARYRACK from Rack#02 to Rack#32

- Select Shelf number in the 3rd line

Shelves are identified depending on their position in the rack :

- Shelf#01 is at the top of the rack,

- Shelf#02 is below Shelf#01,

- Shelf#03 is below Shelf#02 … etc

Up to 4 shelves can be configured with this tool, even if for most configurations only 3 shelves are
present per rack.

When MASTERRACK Rack#01 is selected, the 1st shelf in this rack will always be MasterShelf
Shelf#01. All other shelves will be declared as SECONDARY Shelf.

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C.3.3. Status & Action section

C.3.3.1. APPLY button

A click on the “Apply” button defines the data to be written from the indications of the “New Setting” window
and writes them in 3 possible destinations:

– the XTID of the shelf

– the ESCT in slot 1

– the ESCT in slot 24

Once the data have been written, the indications in the “Information section” are updated (read back from the
XTID).

Before writing in one of the destination, the application checks board and type presence.

If not compliant, no write access is performed.

If board not present, no write access is performed.

If any HW problem on the board during communication, the write access is terminated.

When one of these error cases exists, the following warning message is displayed in the status window:

“card mismatch, missing or not responding”

The user must not pay attention to all these warning messages.

The most important information is to have a successful programmation for the XTID board, as it is the XTID
data that will be taken into account for system starting mode definition.

All other warning messages about ESCT boards are only for information and shouldn’t prevent the system
from starting in the correct mode.

NB: The data in ESCT slot1 are necessary only in case the XTID board is missing.

C.3.3.2. REFRESH button

The Refresh button allows the update of the fields in “Information section”.

C.3.3.3. CLOSE button

The “Close” button closes the “Rack&shelves configuration” window.

ABBREVIATIONS

XTID Extended Identifer board

ESCT Equipment Shelf Controller

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Annex D

RJ45 connector pin to RS232 connector pin to RS232 connector pin to

connect to debug port of connect to PC serial port for connect to PC serial port for
ESCT 1000 board EC access SC access

1 (brown wire)

2 (blu wire) 3

3 (yellow wire) 2

4 (green wire) 3

5 (red wire) 2

6 (grey wire) 4

7 (orange wire) 4

8 (black wire) 5 5

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Annex E

TBD

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Annex F

TBD

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Annex G Band–OADM table (1640WM based)

LOSS TABLE of the PASS-THROUGH bands

Band # Channel Frequency [THz] Measured insertion losses (dB) Additional attenuator (dB)
1 Channel #9 195.7 (1531.89)
2 Channel #25 195.3 (1535.03)
3 Channel #41 194.9 (1538.18)
4 Channel #57 194.5 (1541.34)
5 Channel #73 194.1 (1544.52)
6 Channel #89 193.7 (1547.71)
7 Channel #105 193.3 (1550.91)
8 Channel #121 192.9 (1554.13)
9 Channel #137 192.5 (1557.36)
10 Channel #153 192.1 (1560.6)

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Annex H WADM NE

Optical Power Level

Incoming (dBm) Outgoing (dBm)

Wavelenght
EAST WEST EAST WEST

WEST EAST

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Annex I

TBD

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Annex J OSNR MEASUREMENT RECORD TABLE FOR A LINK WITH ONE BOADM

M ea surement 1 Measurement 2 Measurement 3 Mea surement 4

Channel N oise Cha nnel N oise Cha nnel N oise Channel N oise
Power Power OSN R Power Power OSN R Power Power OSN R Power Power
La mbdas # Wa velength (nm) (dBm) (dBm) (dB/ 0,1nm) (dBm) (dBm) (dB/ 0,1nm) (dBm) (dBm) (dB/ 0,1nm) (dBm) (dBm)
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
OSN R min (dB/ 0,1nm)
OSN R max (dB/ 0,1nm)
Delta (OSN R max- OSN R min)
Mea n OSN R (dB/ 0,1nm)

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