VAM (Value Added Modules) System
Monitor, Splitter, WDM & CWDM Modules & Chassis
One-stop-shop for complete optical transport system support requirements.
The VAM System consists of a variety of chassis and value-added modules
housing various optical components that fit into existing ADC fiber distribution
frames and along with various other mounting environments.
VAM Modules
Provide optical monitoring, splitting or multiplexing/demultiplexing of optical
signals. Monitoring enables providers to troubleshoot networks without forcing
disruption of services. Splitting allows for the distribution of signals to multiple
subscribers. WDM/CWDM technologies allow multiple wavelengths of light to
travel together in a single strand of fiber.
Modules are available in these configurations:
• Monitor — save time trouble shooting non-intrusively; labeled and
configured for monitoring applications
• Splitter — distribute signals to multiple subscribers; labeled and configured
for splitting applications
• WDM — add more capacity to existing optical networks; allows multiple
wavelengths on a single fiber
• CWDM — add even greater capacity with more granular splitting and
combining options
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VAM Chassis
Purpose is to house the modules containing the optical
components.
FMT MicroVAM Chassis
• Accommodates up to 12 microVAM modules
• Designed to mount in a 2 RU FMT
NG3 MicroVAM Chassis
• Accommodates up to 14 microVAM modules
• Designed to mount in NG3 frame
ODF (Industry Standard) or FCM (ADC only)
WideVAM™ Chassis
NG3 MicroVAM Chassis
• Higher density version of the Standard VAM Chassis
• Accommodates up to 6 modules (wide)
• Wide variety of chassis options available including 19" and
23" rack mount with various depths
FCM Standard VAM Chassis (ADC only)
• Designed to fit in an ADC FDF rear load frame ONLY with
unique mounting
• Front and rear load versions available
• Accommodates 12 modules per chassis
ODF Standard VAM Chassis (Industry Standard)
• Mounts into virtually any 19"/23" style rack
• 2, 4, 6, 8, 12 modules per chassis options available
FL2–VAM Chassis door open
• 1.75"-7" H versions
FL2000 VAM Chassis
• All front access VAM module solution
• Chassis available with 4, 6 or 9 modules mounting positions
• Designed for FL2000 panel environments
LGX® Compatible VAM Chassis
• Fits to form factor of the industry standard LGX® panel
• 7" H chassis accommodates up to 12 modules
• Front and rear access
LGX® Compatible VAM Chassis
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VAM Type
Best Application
Single VAM Plug-in
Module Capacity
Available Ports
Per VAM Module*
8 inch High FCM Chassis
Front Load or Rear Load Style Fiber Distribution
Frames Only
12
6 Front, 4 Rear
7 inch High ODF Chassis
7 inch Style FDF Frames and/or 19"/23" Racks
12
6 Front, 4 Rear
5.25 inch High ODF VAM Chassis
19"/23" Channel or Network/UEF Style Frames
8
6 Front, 4 Rear
4 inch High ODF VAM Chassis
19"/23" Channel or Network/UEF Style Frames
6
6 Front, 4 Rear
3.5 inch High ODF VAM Chassis
19"/23" Channel or Network/UEF Style Frames
4
6 Front, 4 Rear
1.75 inch High ODF VAM Chassis
19"/23" Channel or Network/UEF Style Frames
2
6 Front, 4 Rear
FL2000 VAM Chassis
19"/23" Rack or Cabinet Type Applications
4, 6 or 9
6 Front
8 inch High FCM WideVAM Chassis
Front Load or Rear Load Style Fiber Distribution
Frames Only
6 WideVAMs
18 Front, 12 Rear
7 inch High WideVAM Chassis
7 inch Style FDF Frames and 19"/23" Racks
6 WideVAMs
18 Front, 12 Rear
3.5 inch High WideVAM Chassis
19"/23" Channel or Network/UEF Style Frames
2 WideVAMs
18 Front, 12 Rear
7 inch High LGX VAM Chassis
LGX Style Frame Environments
12 LGX VAMs
6 Front, 3 Rear
3.5 inch High LGX VAM Chassis
LGX Style Frame Environments
4 LGX VAMs
6 Front, 3 Rear
3.5 inch High (2RU) MicroVAM Chassis
19"/23" Channel or Network/UEF Style Frames
12 MicroVAMs
6 Front
NG3 MicroVAM Chassis
NG3 Style Frame System Only
14 MicroVAMs
6 Front
* Standard Form Factor Connector
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Central Office
FL2000
Panel
Intermediate FDF Solutions
FiberGuide®
Flex Tubing
FiberGuide
Express Exit™
(8" FCM)
FL1000 Wallbox
Fiber Raceway
Solutions
(FiberGuide®)
RiserGuide
6"
6"
Traditional
FDF Lineup
Solutions
Vertical
FiberGuide
6"
FMT
Panel
6"
6"
12"
6"
FPL
Panel
12"
Fiber Optic
Transport Lineup
Fiber Optic
Panel Solutions
24"
12"
(8" FCM, LSX)
(FOP)
High-Density
FDF Lineup
Solutions
(NGF, NG3)
Value-Added Module
(VAM) Solutions
Cable Entrance
Solutions
Fiber Cable Assembly
& Connector Solutions
(FCC)
(Monitors, Splitters, WDM, CWDM)
(FEC)
Splice Vault
Level 3
FL1000 Wall Box
Plenum FiberGuide®
Customer Premises
Level 2
FL2000 Wall Mount Panel
Plenum FiberGuide
Level 1
OMX 600® Fiber Distribution Frame
Plenum FiberGuide
VAMs
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Specifications published here are current as of the date of publication of this document. Because we are continuously
improving our products, ADC reserves the right to change specifications without prior notice. At any time, you may
verify product specifications by contacting our headquarters office in Minneapolis. ADC Telecommunications, Inc.
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