公开(公告)号：EP0828356B1

公开(公告)日：2005-08-24

申请号：EP97306775.4

申请日：1997-09-02

Applicant: LUCENT TECHNOLOGIES INC.

Inventor： Leone, Frank Salvatore ,  Mock, Joel Leslie ,  Palmquist, John Mark ,  Parzygnat, William Joseph ,  Pimpinella, Richard Joseph ,  Reagan, Randy Alan

IPC: H04B10/08

CPC classification number: H04B10/071 ,  G02B6/4452

公开(公告)号：EP1096707A3

公开(公告)日：2004-12-01

申请号：EP00309050.3

申请日：2000-10-16

Applicant: LUCENT TECHNOLOGIES INC.

Inventor： Jennings, Mark Richard ,  Leone, Frank Salvatore ,  Pimpinella, Richard Joseph

IPC: H04B10/155 ,  H04B10/08 ,  G02B6/44 ,  G01M11/00

CPC classification number: H04B10/564 ,  H04B10/504

Abstract: The present invention is an intelligent optical transmitter module that is used to produce optical test signals. The optical transmitter module contains a solid state laser and a microprocessor. The solid state laser produces the test signals which are used to test optical fibers in an optical fiber network. The laser is both monitored by and controlled by the microprocessor. In one embodiment, backface monitoring and optical output coupling power monitoring (using an optical tap) are accomplished within the module in order to more accurately reflect the state of the laser. The microprocessor reads data regarding the performance of the solid state laser which may be output to another control device. The control device utilizes the data from the microprocessor in the analysis of fiber optic loop conditions as well as the laser itself. The microprocessor enables the output levels of the solid state laser to be adjustable by way of a digital to analog converter. The test signal which is output from the module may additionally be pulsed or continuous.

公开(公告)号：EP0828356A3

公开(公告)日：2002-02-06

申请号：EP97306775.4

申请日：1997-09-02

Applicant: LUCENT TECHNOLOGIES INC.

Inventor： Leone, Frank Salvatore ,  Mock, Joel Leslie ,  Palmquist, John Mark ,  Parzygnat, William Joseph ,  Pimpinella, Richard Joseph ,  Reagan, Randy Alan

IPC: H04B10/08

CPC classification number: H04B10/071 ,  G02B6/4452

Abstract: The present invention is an optical monitoring and test access interconnection module especially adapted for use with a fiber optic distribution frame for a fiber optic communications system. The interconnection module provides a combination of monitoring and test access for two fiber lines, typically a transmit/receive pair, where wavelength division multiplexer (WDM) test access is provided to both the transmit and receive fibers. In one embodiment of the present invention, the interconnection module monitors only the receive fiber line where a power monitoring circuit receives a monitor level optical signal via an optical tap and converts the optical signal to an electrical output. Processing electronics and firmware within the module are operable to generate alarms and other control signals when changes in the power level of the received signal are detected. A test access path is provided on the module for use, for example, with an optical time domain reflectometer (OTDR). In one embodiment of the present invention, the interconnection module incorporates a unique physical design arrangement that separates the optical signal processing from the electronic processing into partitioned sub-modules. The optical and electronic sub-modules may advantageously be assembled (and dis-assembled) by means of guides that allow the module halves to slide together. A unique optical mating connector is provided in the sliding arrangement to join the optical module to an opto-electronic photodetector in the electronic module.

公开(公告)号：EP1096707A2

公开(公告)日：2001-05-02

申请号：EP00309050.3

申请日：2000-10-16

Applicant: LUCENT TECHNOLOGIES INC.

Inventor： Jennings, Mark Richard ,  Leone, Frank Salvatore ,  Pimpinella, Richard Joseph

IPC: H04B10/155

CPC classification number: H04B10/564 ,  H04B10/504

Abstract: The present invention is an intelligent optical transmitter module that is used to produce optical test signals. The optical transmitter module contains a solid state laser and a microprocessor. The solid state laser produces the test signals which are used to test optical fibers in an optical fiber network. The laser is both monitored by and controlled by the microprocessor. In one embodiment, backface monitoring and optical output coupling power monitoring (using an optical tap) are accomplished within the module in order to more accurately reflect the state of the laser. The microprocessor reads data regarding the performance of the solid state laser which may be output to another control device. The control device utilizes the data from the microprocessor in the analysis of fiber optic loop conditions as well as the laser itself. The microprocessor enables the output levels of the solid state laser to be adjustable by way of a digital to analog converter. The test signal which is output from the module may additionally be pulsed or continuous.

Abstract translation: 本发明是用于产生光学测试信号的智能光发射机模块。 光发射机模块包含固态激光器和微处理器。 固体激光器产生用于测试光纤网络中的光纤的测试信号。 激光器由微处理器监控和控制。 在一个实施例中，在模块内完成背面监测和光输出耦合功率监测（使用光学抽头），以更准确地反映激光的状态。 微处理器读取关于可以输出到另一控制装置的固态激光器的性能的数据。 控制装置利用来自微处理器的数据分析光纤环路条件以及激光器本身。 微处理器使固态激光器的输出电平可通过数模转换器进行调节。 从模块输出的测试信号可以另外被脉冲或连续。

公开(公告)号：EP0903604A3

公开(公告)日：1999-12-08

申请号：EP98307222.4

申请日：1998-09-08

Applicant: LUCENT TECHNOLOGIES INC.

Inventor： Pimpinella, Richard Joseph

IPC: G02B6/44

CPC classification number: G02B6/4452 ,  G02B6/4455

Abstract: An optical switch device for switching test signals to the terminated ends of a predetermined number of optical fibers in an optical fiber cable. The optical switch device contains a first optical port for receiving the test signals. A plurality of optical second ports are provided, wherein the number of second optical ports is less than the number of optical fibers in the cable to be tested. The optical connector ports are connected to the terminated ends of optical fibers in the optical cable by a plurality of detachable adapters. Each of the adapters has a base connector that selectively engages one of the second optical ports on the optical switch device. A plurality of optical leads extends from the base connector of the adaptor. The optical leads terminate with a plurality of plugs that are adapted to selectively engage some of the terminated ends of the optical fibers in the optical cable. The plugs at one end of the adapters are first connected to the optical fibers in the optical cable. The base connectors coupled to the plugs are fewer in number than optical fibers by a ratio of at least 1:2. The base connectors are then connected to the optical switch, thereby allowing for a connection operation that is more time efficient and space efficient than was previously available.

Abstract translation: 一种光开关装置，用于将测试信号切换到光缆中预定数目的光纤的端接端。 光开关装置包含用于接收测试信号的第一光端口。 提供了多个光学第二端口，其中第二光学端口的数量少于待测试电缆中的光纤的数量。 光连接器端口通过多个可拆卸适配器连接到光缆中光纤的端接端。 每个适配器具有基座连接器，该基座连接器选择性地接合光学开关装置上的第二光学端口中的一个。 多个光学引线从适配器的基座连接器延伸。 光学引线终止于多个插头，其适于选择性地接合光缆中的光纤的一些端接端。 适配器一端的插头首先连接到光缆中的光纤。 耦合到插头的基座连接器在数量上少于光纤的比例至少为1：2。 然后将基座连接器连接到光开关，从而允许比先前可用的连接操作更加省时且节省空间。

公开(公告)号：EP1096704A2

公开(公告)日：2001-05-02

申请号：EP00309049.5

申请日：2000-10-16

Applicant: LUCENT TECHNOLOGIES INC.

Inventor： Jennings, Mark Richard ,  Leone, Frank Salvatore ,  Pimpinella, Richard Joseph

IPC: H04B10/08

CPC classification number: H04B10/00

Abstract: A monitor module that is used to detect optical test signals traveling through optical fibers in an optical fiber network. The monitor module is sized to be received within the monitor shelf of a fiber administration system. The monitor module contains an optical detector that detects an incoming optical signal and converts that signal into a corresponding electronic signal. The electronic signal is then amplified, linearized and read by a microprocessor. The signal is then forwarded to an external shelf controller, wherein the signal is used to determine the optical performance of the optical fibers that are connected to the monitor module.

Abstract translation: 用于检测在光纤网络中通过光纤传播的光学测试信号的监视器模块。 监视器模块的尺寸被设计成接收在光纤管理系统的监视器架内。 监视器模块包含一个光检测器，用于检测输入的光信号并将该信号转换成相应的电子信号。 然后电子信号被微处理器放大，线性化和读取。 然后将信号转发到外部搁板控制器，其中该信号用于确定连接到监视器模块的光纤的光学性能。

公开(公告)号：EP0935355A3

公开(公告)日：1999-12-22

申请号：EP99300558.6

申请日：1999-01-26

Applicant: LUCENT TECHNOLOGIES INC.

Inventor： Jennings, Mark R. ,  Pimpinella, Richard Joseph ,  Leone, Frank Salvatore

IPC: H04B10/08

CPC classification number: H04B10/0771 ,  H04B10/077 ,  H04B2210/078

Abstract: The present invention provides a system and method for monitoring and characterizing optical links of a communication system by transmitting and receiving optical test signals of a certain wavelength through the optical links where such test signals do not interfere in a significant manner with other optical signals being conveyed through the optical links.

Abstract translation: 本发明提供了一种用于监测和表征通信系统的光链路的系统和方法，该系统和方法通过光链路发送和接收特定波长的光测试信号，其中这些测试信号不会以明显的方式干扰正在传送的其它光信号 通过光链路。

公开(公告)号：EP0830036A2

公开(公告)日：1998-03-18

申请号：EP97306782.0

申请日：1997-09-02

Applicant: LUCENT TECHNOLOGIES INC.

Inventor： Parzygnat, William Joseph ,  Reagan, Randy Alan ,  Pimpinella, Richard Joseph

IPC: H04Q1/14 ,  G02B6/44

CPC classification number: G02B6/4452 ,  G02B6/4454 ,  H04Q1/14 ,  H04Q2201/02 ,  H04Q2201/804

Abstract: A fiber distribution shelf containing an optical switch within the confines of the shelf structure. The fiber distribution shelf is part of an optical fiber administration system where various stages of switching are used to interconnect an optical time domain reflectometer to the optical fibers that terminate on a fiber distribution shelf within a fiber administration system. By having the shelf optical switch entirely contained within the shelf structure of a fiber distribution shelf, a unique configuration is provided that greatly reduces the size and complexity of the overall fiber administration system.

Abstract translation: 一种光纤配线架，其中包括在搁板结构的范围内的光开关。 光纤分配架是光纤管理系统的一部分，其中使用各种切换阶段将光时域反射计与终止于光纤管理系统内的光纤分配架上的光纤相互连接。 通过使架子光学开关完全包含在光纤分配架的搁架结构中，提供了一种独特的配置，其大大减小了整个光纤管理系统的尺寸和复杂性。

公开(公告)号：EP0830035A2

公开(公告)日：1998-03-18

申请号：EP97306776.2

申请日：1997-09-02

Applicant: LUCENT TECHNOLOGIES INC.

Inventor： Leone, Frank Salvatore ,  Pimpinella, Richard Joseph ,  Parzygnat, William Joseph ,  Reagan, Randy Alan

IPC: H04Q1/14 ,  G02B6/44

CPC classification number: H04Q1/14 ,  G02B6/4452 ,  G02B6/4454 ,  H04M19/00 ,  H04Q1/155 ,  H04Q2201/02 ,  H04Q2201/12 ,  H04Q2201/14 ,  H04Q2201/804

Abstract: An electrical backplane assembly for interconnecting a plurality of connection modules in a fiber distribution shelf to the central controller of an optical fiber administration system. The electrical backplane assembly mounts upon a bracket assembly within the confines of the shelf structure of the fiber distribution shelf. The bracket assembly retains the electrical backplane assembly in a small previously unused area of space in between the tops of the connection modules and the interior top panel of the fiber distribution shelf. By having the electrical backplane assembly entirely contained within the shelf structure of a fiber distribution shelf, a unique configuration is provided that greatly reduces the size and complexity of the overall fiber administration system.

Abstract translation: 一种用于将光纤分配架中的多个连接模块互连到光纤管理系统的中央控制器的电背板组件。 电背板组件安装在纤维分配架的架子结构的范围内的托架组件上。 托架组件将电背板组件保持在连接模块的顶部和纤维分配架的内部顶板之间的较小的先前未使用的空间区域中。 通过使电背板组件完全包含在光纤分配架的搁架结构中，提供了一种独特的配置，其大大减小了整个光纤管理系统的尺寸和复杂性。

公开(公告)号：EP0828395A2

公开(公告)日：1998-03-11

申请号：EP97306783.8

申请日：1997-09-02

Applicant: LUCENT TECHNOLOGIES INC.

Inventor： Parzygnat, William Joseph ,  Janus, Neal Anthony ,  Pimpinella, Richard Joseph ,  Leone, Frank Salvatore ,  Reagan, Randy Alan

IPC: H04Q1/14 ,  H04M3/22 ,  G02B6/00

CPC classification number: G02B6/4455 ,  G02B6/4441 ,  G02B6/4452 ,  G02B6/4453 ,  G02B6/4467

Abstract: Disclosed is a fiber optic operations center intended for use in a central office which is responsible for the administration, monitoring, testing, and repair of a multiplicity of fiber optic cables entering the central office from subscribers. The operations center is housed in a bay which is arranged to protect fiber optic cables and route then to an optical switch which connects one or more selected cables to a test device which launches and receives optical signals. The test device is under the control of a system controller which has a variety of input and output means which enable craftpersons in the central office and in remote locations to access the operations center.

Abstract translation: 该中心包括适于生成，传输，接收和分析具有电子输入和输出以及光学输入和输出的至少一个波长的光学信号的远程测试单元（74）。 系统控制器（78）由架子支撑，具有多个输入和输出，并且连接到光开关（73）以引导光纤电缆的选择，连接到远程测试单元以指导产生 光信号。 输入设备（809）由搁架支撑并连接到系统控制器。 输出设备（813）由搁架支撑并连接到系统控制器。 操作中心还连接到由中心局服务的光纤电缆网络内的LAN（815）。 LAN的输入来自分布在整个网络中的多个模块（817）。 每个模块都包含一个传感器，该传感器适用于监视光纤电缆中的光学性能，并在防止设定信号或性能阈值违反时提供传感器报警。