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Can LightLOC be networked?
A. Yes, LightLOC is designed to be a network system from the network OTDRs to communication with remote interfaces over a network.

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How many lines and sensors can you have in a system? 
A. Up to 25 sensors may be installed per line in a system depending on the fiber requirements, splicing, length, sensor locations, etc.  A site survey is necessary to evaluate a particular site and make a recommendation for an optimal system.  Up to 8 lines are currently supported but may be expanded.

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What is the maximum distance a line can run?
A. The OTDRs can scan a maximum fiber length of 25km in the standard configuration.  A system with few sensors can easily span that length; however, the maximum length may need to be limited depending on the fiber requirements, splicing, length, sensor locations, etc. 

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How quickly is a breach detected? 
A. A sensor breach is typically detected within 15 seconds.  This is due to the scan time associated with the OTDRs and the verification of an alarm before it is reported to virtually eliminate false alarms.  Any significant event (>1.5dB) lasting 5 seconds will be detected as will any event exceeding the threshold (typically 0.4dB) and lasting 15 seconds.

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How sensitive is the Network System?
A. The Network System is capable of detecting attenuation in the fiber resulting from a breach attempt as well as a fiber break.  Any attenuation exceeding its preset threshold (typically 0.4dB) and persisting long enough for the OTDR scans to capture is detected.

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Can I use multi-mode fiber in my system?
A. No, single-mode fiber is required.  The OTDRs use it for its increased attenuation sensitivity.

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What notification options are available with the Network System?
A. Relay outputs, e-mail alerts, remote interfaces, and custom outputs are available.

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Can LightLOC be integrated into existing security systems?
A. Yes, LightLOC may be integrated into an existing system through its relay outputs or custom outputs.   
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