SMPTE EG 2069:2012

This engineering guideline provides guidance on the implementation of SMPTE ST 297 optical SDI networks in the following areas:

• Network: Basics components of an optical network;
• Multimode versus Single mode fiber;
• Link budget - how to calculate, important factors;
• Differences between Optical SDI interfaces and components and datacom interfaces and components;
• Issues arising from the use of non-optimized ST 297 optical components;
• Optical attenuators - why are they required and when to use them;
• Optical isolators - why are they required and when to use them.

• Evaluation of an optical system and its components: Test and measurement equipment;
• Test and measurement methodology;
• Important test parameters;
• Ensuring interoperability