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FOCN
Instruction Manual
Safety Precautions
The optical emissions from the units are laser-based Class IIIb, and may present eye hazards if improperly used.
NEVER USE
ANY KIND OF OPTICAL INSTRUMENT TO VIEW THE OPTICAL OUTPUT OF THE UNIT.
As always, be careful when working with optical fibers. Fibers can cause painful injury if they penetrate the skin.
Laser Safety Procedures
ALWAYS
read the product data sheet and the laser safety label before powering the product. Note the operating wavelength,
optical output power, and safety classifications.
If safety goggles or other eye protection are used, be certain that the protection is effective at the wavelength(s) emitted by
the device under test
BEFORE
applying power.
ALWAYS
connect a fiber to the output of the device
BEFORE
power is applied. Power should never be applied without an
attached fiber output. If the device has a connector output, a connector should be attached that is
connected to a fiber. This ensures that all light is confined within the fiber waveguide, virtually eliminating all potential
hazard.
NEVER look in the end of a fiber to see if light is coming out. NEVER!
Most fiber optic laser wavelengths (1310
nm and 1550
nm) are totally invisible to the unaided eye and will cause permanent damage. Shorter wavelength lasers (e.g. 780 nm) are
visible and are very damaging. Always use instruments, such as an optical power meter, to verify light output.
NEVER, NEVER, NEVER
look into the end of a fiber on a power device with ANY sort of magnifying device.
This includes microscopes, eye loupes, and magnifying glasses. This WILL cause permanent, irreversible burn on your retina.
Always double check that power is disconnected before using such devices. If possible, completely disconnect the unit from
any power source.
If you have questions about laser safety procedures, please call Blonder Tongue before powering your product.
Laser safety classes for the FOCN:
Storing the Unit
If a unit is to be out of use for an extended period of time, the following steps should be taken to ensure the
preservation of the unit:
1. The storage temperature range is -20°C to +70°C.
2. A low humidity environment is preferable for long term storage.
3. All connectors should be covered with active device receptacle caps.
INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION
EMITTED FROM END OF
FIBER OR CONNECTOR
AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM
Do not view beam directly with
optical instruments
INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION EMITTED FROM END OF FIBER OR CONNECTOR
AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM
Class IIIB Laser Product IEC-60625 1193 Max. Output 30 mW Wavelength: 1.3µm
Wavelength: 1.3µm
Max. Output: 30 mW
Class III Laser Product
AVOID EXPOSURE
INVISIBLE LASER
RADIATION EMMISSIONS
Warning: The optical emissions from the units are
laser-based and present eye
hazards. Follow all safety precautions
Class
Wavelength Range
Optical Power Accession Limits
IIIb
180 nm to 400 nm
Varies with and exposure time.
400 nm to 106 nm
0.5 Watt
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER FROM THIS UNIT.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
