Grass Valley LDK 5476 - Manual (Page 2)

HD Fibre adapter LDK 5476 | Important information 2
1 Important information
1.1 Fibre optic transmission units
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1
PRODUKT
The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT label is located on top of the fibre optic connector on
the rear panel.
Laser safety statement (Europe)
Fibre optic transmission units are classified as a "CLASS 1 Laser Product" according to
EN 60825-1, Safety of Laser products. Class 1 laser products are considered safe and
do not result in biological hazard if used according to the instructions.
Laser safety statement (US)
Fibre optic transmission units are classified as a "CLASS 1 Laser Product" according to
21CFR 1040.10 of the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Center for Devices and
Radiological Health.
WARNING
Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified
herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and
retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an
authorized service location.
1.2 Handling precautions
A number of events can damage fibre optic connectors and cables. Unprotected
connector ends can experience damage by impact, airborne dust particles, or excess
humidity or moisture. To prevent deterioration of performance observe the following:
• Always put the dust caps on cable and panel connectors immediately after
disconnecting a cable.
• Keep connectors and dust caps clean.
• Never touch the fibre end face of the connector.
• Do not overly bend the cable where it attaches to the base of the connector.
• Avoid applying tension to the cable.