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USER GUIDE

U-028 2013B-1004

8-Channel Contact Closure

DIN Fiber Link System
System Installation and Configuration Information

Description
The RLH 8 Channel Contact Closure DIN Fiber Link
system provides a transmission of up to eight
independent contact closure signals over one optical
fiber. The system comprises a transmitter module and a
receiver module, each in a compact DIN mount housing.
The DIN mount is designed to be installed onto a
standard T35 (35mm) DIN rail.

Transmitter module (TX)

The Contact Closure Transmitter Unit provides the
electrical/optical interface between the dry contact
closure relay input and a fiber strand. The module is
locally powered from a 24-56VDC source.
Note: In order to maintain high voltage isolation, Fiber
Optic Link transmitter and receiver modules must be
powered from separate power sources.

Receiver module (RX)

The Contact Closure Receiver module provides the
optical/electrical interface between the fiber strand and a
normally-open relay contact output.
The receiver module is locally powered by a 24-56VDC
source and provides LED indicators to display relay
conditions, power, and fiber carrier receive.

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Contents

Description
.......................................................................1
Standard Features
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General Safety Practices
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Acronyms
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Applications
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System Diagram
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Connectors
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Installation
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Troubleshooting
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LED Indicators
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Ordering Information
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Specifications
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Warranty
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Technical Support
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Standard Features

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Convenient LED status indicators
Single and Multimode fiber models available
RX module includes alarm contact for status monitoring
DC power is not polarity sensitive
T35 DIN rail mount (DIN rail section included)

Environmentally rugged with wide operating range:

-40F to +158F (-40C to +70C)
Specifications subject to change without notice.

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General Safety Practices

The equipment discussed in this document may require tools designed for the purpose being described.
RLH recommends that service personnel be familiar with the correct handling and use of any installation
equipment used, and follow all safety precautions including the use of protective personal equipment as
required.

Caution - Severe Shock Hazard

Never install during a lightning storm or where unsafe high voltages are present.

Use caution when handling copper wiring and follow appropriate safety regulations.

Guidelines for handling terminated fiber cable

Do not bend fiber cable sharply. Use gradual and smooth bends to avoid damaging glass fiber.

Keep dust caps on fiber optic connectors at all times when disconnected.

Do not remove dust caps from unused fiber.

Keep fiber ends and fiber connectors clean and free from dust, dirt and debris. Contamination will cause
signal loss.

Do not touch fiber ends.

Store excess fiber on housing spools or fiber spools at site

Acronyms
Commonly used acronyms and abbreviations

Acronym/Abbreviation

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Description

TX

Transmit

RX

Receive

PWR

Power

CH

Dry Contact Channel

NO

Normally Open

NC

Normally Closed

ORJ

Orange

BLU

Blue

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Applications
Network equipment in high voltage areas can be at risk due to Ground Potential Rise (GPR). A copper
network cable referenced to a remote ground can become a path for high voltages during a ground fault.
Placement of all-dielectric fiber optic cable (instead of copper) completely eliminates the presence of a
remote ground, which dramatically increases safety of personnel and reliability of equipment.
By utilizing fiber optic cable, the Contact Closure DIN Fiber Link System provides absolute electrical
isolation between both ends of the network. It is immune to EMI/RF interference, ground loops, and high
voltage surges from lightning or ground faults, and is ideal in electrically noisy environments such as near
large power sources, electrical motors, and radio communications equipment.

Fiber Optic Cable

NO/NC
Alarm
24~56VDC
P.S.

Contact Closure
TX Unit (CO)

24~56VDC
P.S.

Contact Closure
RX Unit (Sub)

8 Contacts In

8 Contacts Out

8 Channel Contact Closure System Diagram

DC Power

DC Power

TX

RX

LNK
PWR ALM

FIBER

Fiber Optic
Connector

FIBER

CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4

CH5 CH6 CH7 CH8

Fiber Optic
Connector

PWR
ALARM

Alarm

CH5
CH6

CH3

CH7

CH3

Contacts 1~4

Contacts 5~8

CH7

CH4

CH8

CH4

CHANNEL

CHANNEL

CONTACT
CLOSURE

CONTACT
CLOSURE

CH8

COM NO NC

CH6

CH2

CH5

CH2

CH1

CH1

Contacts 1~4

Contacts 5~8

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Installation
Prior to installation:

Check for shipping damage

Check the contents to ensure correct model and fiber type
Have a clean, dry installation environment ready
Ensure that the fiber type at the site matches the system type

Required for installation:

24-56VDC (15mA@24VDC minimum) power source at the TX side

24-56VDC (65mA@24VDC minimum) power source at the RX side
DIN rail for mounting
Multimeter

Measure the DC voltage of the source power to ensure that it is 24-56VDC. All electrical and fiber optic
connection are made directly onto the unit.

Connect fiber optic cable

Connect fiber to the transmit and receive optical connectors on the top of the units. Fiber cable should
always be routed loosely avoiding tight bends.

Connect contact wire pairs

Connect the wire pair from each dry relay contact to the green screw-down terminals on the front of the
units. The terminal blocks may be removed on the 8 channel system for ease of wiring by pulling the
connector straight out. Be sure to fully seat the terminal block back into the connector when finished.
Refer to the connector diagram on the front of the unit for channel assignment. The channels are also
identified on the connector blocks. Note which contact channel is being used.
Note: This system is dry contact only. Do not apply voltage to the contact terminals on the TX unit or the
system may be damaged.
Connect alarm relay monitoring equipment wire pair to the alarm contact on the RX module. Use the NO
or NC contact as required. To make wiring easier, the connector block may be removed by pulling straight
up. Seat the connector fully into their sockets before operating the system.

Connect Power
Connect a 24-56VDC power source wiring to the screw-down terminals indicated as DC POWER. The
power input is not polarity sensitive. The terminal unplugs from the module to make wiring easier.
Note: Connect a chassis ground wire to the screw on the top or bottom of the module housing to reduce
the chance of damage from lightning or other high voltage events.

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Troubleshooting
If trouble is encountered, verify all copper and fiber connections, signal and voltage levels. If the alarm is
on, double check the alarm jumper, fiber cable and connections, or TX side power source and
connections.

RX

LNK
PWR ALM

RX

LNK
PWR ALM

FIBER

FIBER

CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4

CH5 CH6 CH7 CH8

ALARM

CH1

CH5

CH2

CH5 CH6 CH7 CH8

COM NO NC

CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4

CH6

CH3

CH7

CH4

CH8

ALARM

COM NO NC

CH1

CHANNEL
CONTACT
CLOSURE

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CH5

RX Card LED indicators

PWR

BLU

8
BLU

CHANNEL

LNK
RX
ALARM

CH1 ~ CH8

CONTACT
ORG
CLOSURE

State

Description

ON

DC power is present at the power connector

OFF

Power is disconnected

CH8

PWR

Color

CH7

TX

CH4

Indicator

CH6

CH3

Module

ON

DC power is present at the power connector

OFF

Power is disconnected

ON

Fiber optic signal is detected

OFF

Fiber optic signal is not present

ON
Fiber optic signal is not present
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OFF
Fiber optic signal is detected
8 channel contact closure over fiber
GRN

ON

Channel relay is CLOSED

OFF

Channel relay is OPEN

If trouble persists, replace the unit and retest. If technical assistance is required, contact
RLH Industries, Inc. technical support department:
800-877-1672 (6 am to 6 pm- PST),
or call our 24/7 Technical/Customer Service: (714) 366-2503 or (714) 457-5740

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Ordering Information
Each 4 Channel Contact Closure DIN Fiber Link system is identified with a part number.

Part Number

Description

Distance

Fiber

Part Number

Multimode
SC

TX Card

2km / 1.2 mi

62.5 m

8CD-01-2

RX Card

2km / 1.2 mi

62.5 m

8CD-02-2

Multimode
ST

TX Card

2km / 1.2 mi

62.5 m

8CD-03-2

RX Card

2km / 1.2 mi

62.5 m

8CD-04-2

Multimode
SC

TX Card

2km / 1.2 mi

50 m

8CD-05-2

RX Card

2km / 1.2 mi

50 m

8CD-06-2

Multimode
ST

TX Card

2km / 1.2 mi

50 m

8CD-07-2

RX Card

2km / 1.2 mi

50 m

8CD-08-2

TX Card

15km / 9 mi.

8~9 m

8CD-10-2

TX Card

48km / 29 mi.

8~9 m

8CD-11-2

RX Card

15km / 9 mi. & 48km / 29 mi.

8~9 m

8CD-12-2

TX Card

15km / 9 mi.

8~9 m

8CD-20-2

TX Card

48km / 29 mi.

8~9 m

8CD-21-2

RX Card

15km / 9 mi. & 48km / 29 mi.

8~9 m

8CD-22-2

Single-mode
SC

Single-mode
ST

A complete system requires one TX unit and one RX unit

Please contact your RLH sales representative for pricing and delivery information

Specifications subject to change without notice.

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General Specifications
Amplitude modulated light via two optical fibers

Transmission method

Maximum Fiber Attenuation /

Distance

Multimode:

850nm

Single-mode:

1310nm

Single-mode Long Haul:

1310nm

Multimode:

6dB / 1.2 miles (2km)

Single-mode:

8dB / 9 miles (15km)

Single-mode Long Haul:

24dB* / 29 mi. (48 km), min. required loss *-8dB

*Note: Distances equated using industry standard fiber
and connector attenuation of 3dB/Km. Fiber condition,
splices and connectors may affect actual range.

Fiber Type

ST or SC connectors
Multimode:

62.5/125m, 50/125m

Single-mode:

8-9/125m

Wire Connector

Screw clamp terminal block, 16 ~ 26 AWG

Input 1~8 (TX Card)

Dry contact closure relay

Output 1~8 (RX Card)

Normally Open Relay

Alarm Output (RX Card)

Normally Open/Closed Relay

Relay Maximum Rating

115VAC 0.6A, 110VDC 0.6A, 30VDC 2A

Response Time

10ms

Surge Protection

PTC thermistors, zener diodes and varistors

Mean Time Between Failures

(MTBF)

175,200 Hours (20 Years)

Power Requirements

TX Module:

24-56VDC, 15mA minimum

RX Module:

24-56VDC, 60mA minimum

Powering Method

Local DC power source

Operating Temperature

-40 to +158 F (-40 to +70 C), 95% non-condensing

Mounting

T35 DIN Rail Mount (Included)

Dimensions

H5 x W1.9 x D3.5 (127mm x 48mm x 89mm) - Not including connectors

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Warranty
RLH is recognized throughout the U.S. and offers the only UNCONDITIONAL LIFETIME
WARRANTY in the telecommunications industry. We are very proud of our warranty which
simply states that our transmission products are guaranteed to be free of defects in
material and workmanship for the LIFE OF THE PRODUCT. Look for the warranty badge.

We can offer this warranty because:

We believe our customers shouldn't have to incur additional costs due to failure or damage.
We engineer and manufacture our Fiber Optic Links in the USA, with total confidence in our quality.
We understand how safety and reliability impact the total cost of ownership.
We know that customer support extends beyond the initial sale, so we stand behind our products.
RLH will replace these products or components that fail FOR ANY REASON. This warranty is
UNCONDITIONAL and valid even when products have been abused or mishandled, when unauthorized
repairs have been attempted or performed, or as a result of a natural disaster. Compare this warranty to
our competitors and it becomes clear how RLH products will reduce your costs and simplify your
maintenance activities.
To make a warranty claim, or schedule repair or replacement of your RLH product, contact us for an RMA
number. You will be promptly assisted by one of our warranty specialists. An RMA number is required
before we can receive any items.

Technical Support
Normal technical support:

(714) 532-1672

(Mon - Fri 6am - 6pm PST)

Toll Free 1-800-877-1672

Toll Free 1-866-DO-FIBER

Email:

support@fiberopticlink.com

24/7 technical support:

Toll Free 1-855-RLH-24X7

(Outside normal business hours)

Toll Free 1-855-754-2497

Contact Information
Corporate Headquarters:

RLH Industries, Inc.

936 N. Main Street
Orange, CA 92867 USA

Phone:

(714) 532-1672
Toll Free 1-800-877-1672
Toll Free 1-866-DO-FIBER

Fax:

(714) 532-1885

Email:

info@fiberopticlink.com

Web site:

www.fiberopticlink.com

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936 N. Main Street, Orange, CA 92867 USA
T: (714) 532-1672
F: (714) 532-1885

Please contact your RLH sales representative for

pricing and delivery information.
Specifications subject to change without notice.
Specifications subject to change without notice.

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