LOM: 8-port Multi-service Multiplexing & Optical Wavelength Conversion Board TN12LOM--OSN 9800 WDM-Optical Transmission Network

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1.Product Overview

Table 1: Basic Identification and Specifications

Attribute specification description

OptiX OSN 9800 series intelligent optical transmission platform

Board name: Multi functional optical amplifier and monitoring board

Multi purpose line card with integrated optical amplification, performance monitoring, and signal conditioning functions for functional positioning

Board type: Bidirectional multifunctional optical processing board

Physical dimensions: height x depth: 30.0 mm x 220.0 mm

The slot requirement requires one OA sub rack or universal sub rack for the business card slot

Typical power consumption of 60W (full load operation in both directions)

Working temperature -5°C to+55°C

Key features include bidirectional independent amplification, integrated optical performance monitoring (OPM), and adjustable attenuation

2.Interface and channel configuration

Table 2: Optical Interface Specifications

Interface Direction Interface Type Quantity Function Description

Eastward input LC/UPC 1 receives eastward line optical signals

Eastward output LC/UPC 1 output processed eastward optical signal

West input LC/UPC 1 receives optical signals from the west line

West output LC/UPC 1 output processed west optical signal

Monitoring interface LC/UPC 2 OSC monitoring channel interface

Communication interface backplane connection - System management communication

3.Core functional characteristics

Table 3: Multi functional Integration Features

Technical specifications and performance indicators of functional modules

Dual channel optical amplifier with two independent EDFA modules, separated in east-west direction.Gain in each direction: 15-25 dB; noise figure: ≤ 5.5 dB; output power:+20 dBm

Integrated optical performance monitoring with built-in optical channel monitoring unit (OPM) for real-time monitoring of power at various wavelengths, center wavelength OSNR;Accuracy: ± 0.5 dB (power), ±0.05 nm (wavelength)

Adjustable optical attenuator with integrated VOA attenuation range in each direction: 0-20 dB; resolution: 0.1 dB

Gain flatness control optional gain flatness filter gain flatness: ≤ 1.0 dB (full band)

Spectral analysis function supports spectral waveform capture and analysis scanning range: C-band; Resolution: 0.01 nm

4.Monitoring and management capabilities

Table 4: Advanced Monitoring Features

Monitoring dimension monitoring parameter management function

Real time power monitoring of each channel's optical power, total input/output power, power differential power balance control, and channel loss alarm

Spectral characteristic analysis center wavelength, wavelength offset OSNR, Monitoring of wavelength stability of signal-to-noise ratio distribution and early warning of OSNR degradation

Amplifier state pump current and temperature, actual gain, noise figure estimation, amplifier health assessment, preventive maintenance

Link performance diagnosis, channel crosstalk, nonlinear effect indicators, link quality assessment, and fault location assistance

Adjustable attenuation control real-time attenuation value, attenuation accuracy, response time remote power adjustment, automatic power balancing

5.Transmission performance indicators

Table 5: Key Performance Parameters

Performance indicators for eastbound channel and westbound channel

Working wavelength range: C-band (1529-1562 nm) C-band (1529-1562 nm)

Input power range -30 dBm to+5 dBm -30 dBm to+5 dBm

Maximum output power+20 dBm+20 dBm

Gain adjustment range 15-25 dB (software adjustable) 15-25 dB (software adjustable)

Gain flatness ? 1.5 dB (@ 23 dB gain) ? 1.5 dB (@ 23 dB gain)

Polarization related gain ? 0.5 dB ? 0.5 dB

Monitoring wavelength accuracy ± 0.05 nm ± 0.05 nm

Monitoring power accuracy � 0.5 dB (-30 to +10 dBm) � 0.5 dB (-30 to +10 dBm)

6.Application scenarios and configurations

Table 6: Typical Application Modes

Application Mode Function Configuration Applicable Scenarios

Dual directional amplification station with dual EDFA enabled, independently amplifying the signal lines in both directions at the intermediate station, replacing two unidirectional OA, saving slot space

The EDFA+OPM integrated monitoring and amplification station works simultaneously as a key hub station, requiring both amplification and intensive performance monitoring

The pure performance monitoring station only enables OPM function, and bypass amplification is used for network performance evaluation and fault location.When amplification is not required

The flexible attenuation adjustment station focuses on using VOA function for power regulation ROADM nodes, which are used for channel power balancing and flattening

7.Intelligent functions and protection

Table 7: Intelligent Control and Protection Mechanisms

Function category implementation mechanism

Automatic power balancing is based on OPM data, automatically adjusting VOA to ensure consistent power across all channels, simplifying operation and optimizing system OSNR performance

Spectral automatic optimization real-time analysis of spectral shape, automatic adjustment of amplifier parameters to maintain optimal spectral shape, and extension of transmission distance

Fault prediction and warning based on trend analysis algorithm of historical performance data to detect device degradation in advance and prevent maintenance

Security protection mechanisms APR/APS, temperature protection, and communication redundancy ensure the safety of equipment and personnel, and enhance reliability

Fast switching support and protection protocol linkage, quickly adjust power support switching to improve network survivability and reduce business interruption time

8.Maintenance and deployment requirements

Table 8: Key points for deployment and maintenance

Project requirements and specifications

System planning needs to clarify its working mode (amplification/monitoring/mixing) during the network design phase to ensure complementarity with other board functions

When enabling the amplification function in the optical power budget, it is necessary to accurately calculate the gain and output power to avoid nonlinear effects or insufficient power

Data management OPM generates a large amount of performance data, and it is necessary to ensure that the network management system has sufficient data processing and storage capabilities

Calibration and maintenance of the OPM module require regular calibration (recommended once a year) to ensure the accuracy of monitoring data

The software version requires the host software to support its advanced intelligent functions, such as automatic equalization and spectral optimization

As a multifunctional board, spare parts strategy can replace multiple single function boards and improve spare parts efficiency

Core Summary:

TN12LOM is a highly integrated"Optical Layer Swiss Army Knife" that integrates functions that traditionally require multiple single boards (OA, OPM, VOA) into one board.

Core values:

Space and cost savings: Single board achieves multi functionality, reducing slot occupancy and equipment investment.

Simplified operation and maintenance: Centralized monitoring and control interface, reducing operation and maintenance complexity.

Network intelligence: The integrated OPM and intelligent algorithms provide a hardware foundation for optical layer automation, such as automatic power balancing.

Applicable network:

Access sites or metropolitan core nodes that are highly sensitive to cabinet space.

Key hub sites that require intensive optical performance monitoring.

TN12LOM can serve as an ideal optical layer data acquisition and control node for networks that are evolving towards automation and intelligence.

Attention: Its multifunctional features mean more complex configuration options. Before deployment, it is necessary to clarify its main purpose and conduct targeted testing to avoid mutual influence between functions. In extreme scenarios such as ultra long distance and ultra large capacity, its single channel amplification performance may still require dedicated high-performance OA to ensure.