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ION®-E Series Low Power Carrier Access Point
Installation Guide • M0201AAC • April 2018
DISCLAIMER
This document has been developed by CommScope, and is intended for the use of its customers and customer support
personnel. The information in this document is subject to change without notice. While every effort has been made to
eliminate errors, CommScope disclaims liability for any difficulties arising from the interpretation of the information
contained herein. The information contained herein does not claim to cover all details or variations in equipment, nor to
provide for every possible incident to be met in connection with installation, operation, or maintenance. This document
describes the performance of the product under the defined operational conditions and does not cover the performance
under adverse or disturbed conditions. Should further information be desired, or should particular problems arise which are
not covered sufficiently for the purchaser's purposes, contact CommScope.
CommScope reserves the right to change all hardware and software characteristics without notice.
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other products mentioned herein are used for identification purposes only and may be trademarks and/or registered
trademarks of their respective companies.
Andrew Wireless Systems GmbH, 19-December-2017
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Document Overview .................................................................................................................................................................................. 1
Document Revision History .............................................................................................................................................................................. 1
Document Cautions and Notes......................................................................................................................................................................... 2
Abbreviations Used in this Guide ..................................................................................................................................................................... 2
CommScope Part Numbers .............................................................................................................................................................................. 2
ION-E Series System Overview ................................................................................................................................................................... 3
CAP L Overview ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
CAP L Connectors, Ports, and LEDs................................................................................................................................................................... 5
CAP L with an Optical Fiber Interface......................................................................................................................................................... 6
CAP L with a Copper Interface and External DC Power.............................................................................................................................. 7
CAP L with a Copper Interface and Power Cat6A Cable ............................................................................................................................. 8
Fan Interface Port....................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
CAP L Accessory Options .................................................................................................................................................................................. 9
Fan Kit....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
Flat Mounting Bracket Kit......................................................................................................................................................................... 10
CAP L Mounting Bracket Kit ..................................................................................................................................................................... 10
CAP L Hybrid Fiber Splice Box Kit.............................................................................................................................................................. 11
AC/DC Power Supply Kit ........................................................................................................................................................................... 11
OCTIS Kits ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 11
Safely Working with ION-E Hardware ...................................................................................................................................................... 12
Health and Safety Precautions ................................................................................................................................................................. 12
Property Damage Warnings ..................................................................................................................................................................... 12
General Installation Safety Requirements ............................................................................................................................................... 12
Guard Against Damage from Electro-Static Discharge............................................................................................................................. 13
Compliance............................................................................................................................................................................................... 13
Equipment Symbols Used / Compliance .................................................................................................................................................. 15
Installing CAP Ls....................................................................................................................................................................................... 16
Prepare for Installation................................................................................................................................................................................... 16
Required Distances Between CAP Ls and Antennas ....................................................................................................................................... 16
CAP L Installation Rules .................................................................................................................................................................................. 16
Cascade Rules ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 17
Recommended Tools and Material .......................................................................................................................................................... 18
Determine the Power Consumption of the CAP L .................................................................................................................................... 18
Determine the CAP L Mounting Site ........................................................................................................................................................ 19
General Mounting Cautions ..................................................................................................................................................................... 21
Unpack and Inspect the CAP L and Optional Accessories ........................................................................................................................ 22
Mount the CAP L............................................................................................................................................................................................. 22
Flat-Surface Mount a CAP L...................................................................................................................................................................... 23
Wall Mount a CAP L.................................................................................................................................................................................. 24
Mounting Orientation for Wall Mounts............................................................................................................................................. 24
Wall Mount a CAP L Using a Flat Mounting Bracket Kit..................................................................................................................... 26
Wall Mount a CAP L Using a CAP L Hybrid Fiber Splice Box Kit.......................................................................................................... 28
Wall Mount a CAP L Using a AC/DC Power Supply Kit ....................................................................................................................... 32
Ceiling Mount a CAP L .............................................................................................................................................................................. 35
Ceiling Mount a CAP L without a Fan Kit............................................................................................................................................ 35
Ceiling Mount a CAP L with a Fan Kit ................................................................................................................................................. 35
(Optional) Ground the CAP L .......................................................................................................................................................................... 36
Connect the CAP L Cables ............................................................................................................................................................................... 37
Cable a CAP L with an Optical Fiber Interface .......................................................................................................................................... 37
Cable a CAP L with a Copper Interface ..................................................................................................................................................... 40
Cat6A Cable Requirements for CAP Ls with a Copper Interface ........................................................................................................ 40
Cable a CAP L with a Copper Interface and External DC Power......................................................................................................... 43
Cable a CAP L with a Copper Interface and Power over Cat6A Cable................................................................................................ 45
Powering a CAP L ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 48
Power LED Behavior ................................................................................................................................................................................. 48
Using the Power-Down Button ................................................................................................................................................................ 48
CAP L Maintenance.................................................................................................................................................................................. 49
Remove a CAP L from a Wall or Ceiling Mount .............................................................................................................................................. 49
Preventative CAP L Maintenance for CAP Ls with the Fan Kit Option ............................................................................................................ 49
Cat6A Specifications and Testing Requirements....................................................................................................................................... 50
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Table of Contents
Contacting CommScope ........................................................................................................................................................................... 51
DCCS Global Technical Support ...................................................................................................................................................................... 51
Telephone Helplines................................................................................................................................................................................. 51
Online Support ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 51
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Recycling.................................................................................................................................... 51
Hardware to Software Mapping Information................................................................................................................................................. 52
DCCS Technical Training ................................................................................................................................................................................. 52
Accessing ION-E Series User Documentation ................................................................................................................................................. 53
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D OCUMENT O VERVIEW
This installation guide provides a product overview and installation instructions for the ION-E Series Low
Power Carrier Access Point (CAP L), which allows transmission between ION-E equipment, antennas, and
Ethernet devices (such as WiFi and IP cameras).
Table 1 lists the CAP L models that this installation guide supports.
Table 1. Supported CAP L Models
Part Number 1
Model Name
7770203-000x
CAP L 17E/17E /23/23
7770209-000x
CAP L 18/21/26/26
7770356-000x
CAP L 17E/17E /19/19
7776596 -000x
CAP L 7/80-85/17E/19
7776597-000x
CAP L 17E/19/ 23/25TDD
The “-000x” suffix provides information as to whether the C AP L has a Fiber or
Copper interface, and the power and Fan Kit options. Contact your local sales
representative for further information.
For further information on ION-E system components, refer to the ION-E Series WCS-2, WCS-4, and e-POI
Subracks and Power Supply Unit Installation Guide and the ION-E Series Universal Access Point Installation
Guide (see "Accessing ION-E Series User Documentation” on page 53.)
For information on how to find the minimum software requirements for ION-E hardware, refer to
"Hardware to Software Mapping Information” on page 52.
Document Revision History
This is the third release of the ION®-E Series Low Power Carrier Access Point Installation Guide, CommScope
Document Number M0201AAC, dated January 2018, which
•
adds
– support for the CAP L 17E/19/23/25TDD
– "Required Distances Between CAP Ls and Antennas” on page 16
•
updates
– the required clearance between a CAP L and an antenna in "General Installation Safety Requirements”
on page 12
– “Antenna Stmt for ISED:” and “Antenne Stmt pour ISDE:” on page 14.
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Document Overview
Document Cautions and Notes
This document contains notes, cautions, and warnings. In general, cautions, warnings, and notes indicate the
following:
The icon to the left is used to indicate a caution or warning. Cautions and warnings indicate operations or
steps that could cause personal injury, induce a safety problem in a managed device, destroy or corrupt
information, or interrupt or stop services.
The icon to the left indicates a caution or warning that pertains to laser equipment.
The icon to the left is indicates a caution or warning that pertains to Radio Frequency (RF).
The icon to the left indicates that the hardware is susceptible to Electro-Static Discharge (ESD) damage.
The icon to the left is indicates a Note. Notes provide information about special circumstances.
Abbreviations Used in this Guide
AUX
Auxiliary
ISDE
Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada
Celsius
ISED
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
CAN
Central Area Node
kg
Kilogram
CAP L Carrier Access Point, Low Power
LED
Light Emitting Diode
Cat
Category
MHz
Megahertz
CAT
Copper Transport
mm
Millimeter
dB
Decibel
MMF
Multi-Mode Fiber
dBm
Decibel-milliwatts
OPT
Optical Transport
DC
Direct Current
PN
Part Number
DCCS
Distributed Coverage and Capacity Solutions
RAN
Regional-Area Network
EFTA
European Free Trade Association
RF
Radio Frequency
EMC
Electromagnetic Compatibility
RU
Rack Unit
EME
Europe, Middle East, Africa
SFP
Small Form-Factor Pluggable
EU
European Union
SMF
Single-Mode Fiber
Fahrenheit
TEN
Transport Expansion Node
FCC
Federal Communications Commission
UAP
Universal Access Point
Gb
Gigabyte
Vdc
Volts, direct current
GHz
Gigahertz
Watts
CommScope Part Numbers
The CommScope ION-E part numbers in this installation guide are in the format of nnnnnnn-xx, where the
“-xx” suffix indicates the latest release. Contact your local CommScope sales representative for the current
release part number.
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ION-E Series System Overview
ION-E S ERIES S YSTEM O VERVIEW
This section describes the ION-E system, which is a unified wireless infrastructure platform defined around
IT based architecture. It brings together licensed wireless and power, plus Gigabit Ethernet for WiFi into one
wireless system that can scale to building size and is technology and spectrum agnostic and adaptive. A basic
ION-E system comprises the components listed below; see also Figure 1.
•
Central Area Node (CAN)—provides server-level control and primary signal distribution. WCS-2 (2U)
and WCS-4 (4U) Subrack options are available.
•
Transport Expansion Node (TEN)—connects to a CAN using Multi-Mode or Single-Mode fiber as a
secondary distribution point. WCS-2 (2U) and WCS-4 (4U) Subrack options are available.
A WCS-2 and a WCS-4 can be configured for use as a CAN or a TEN. When the information in this guide
applies to both configurations, the term “CAN/TEN” is used. When the information pertains to only one
of the configurations, that configuration will be identified singularly as “CAN” or “TEN.”
•
Access Point—connects a CAN or a TEN to antennas or other wireless devices. On the downlink, an
Access Point (AP) converts data arriving at the AP to analog signals and sends them to an antenna. On the
uplink, received signals are digitized and serialized into data streams which are sent back to the
CAN/TEN. Each AP contains up to four transceiver paths for RF coverage. APs supports Gigabit Ethernet
for WiFi, IP cameras, or other devices in addition to wireless over a common cable. An AP can be any of
the following:
– Universal Access Point (UAP)—connects the CAN/TEN to an internal antenna; receives data and
power through Cat6A twisted pair cabling.
– UAP-X—similar in function as the standard UAP, in addition to Commercial frequencies, the UAP-X
also supports Public Safety frequencies, including 700, 800 and 400 MHz. The UAP-X connects the
CAN/TEN to external antennas and supports an extensive frequency range.
– UAP-N25 and UAP-XN25—similar in function as the UAP and UAP-X, the UAP-N25 and UAP-XN25
feature a 25 MHz filter on one path (instead of the 80 MHz filter on a UAP or UAP-X). This allows
coexistence of specific bands, such as Australia 850 MHz and 900 MHz.
– Low Power Carrier Access Point (CAP L)—interfaces with the CAN/TEN via a Cat6A cable or an
optical link. This allows the CAP L to provide data over Copper, Single-Mode Fiber (SMF), or
Multi-Mode Fiber (MMF). Power for CAP Ls with a Copper Interface can be provided over Cat6A or
External AC/DC. Power for CAP Ls with a Fiber Interface is provided over External AC/DC or remotely
through hybrid fiber.
CAN
TEN
Access Point
WiFi
IP Camera
Cat6A
MM/SM Fiber
Figure 1. Basic ION-E System
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CAP L Overview
CAP L O VERVIEW
The Low Power Carrier Access Point (CAP L) interfaces with the CAN/TEN via a Cat6A cable or an optical link.
This allows the CAP L to provide data over Copper, Single-Mode Fiber (SMF), or Multi-Mode Fiber (MMF).
Power for CAP Ls with a Copper Interface can be provided over Cat6A or external DC. Power for CAP Ls with
a Fiber Interface is provided over External AC/DC or remotely through hybrid fiber.
On the downlink, the CAP L converts data arriving at the CAP L to analog signals and sends them to the
Antenna ports. On the uplink, received signals are digitized and serialized into data streams, which are sent
back to the CAN/TEN. Each CAP L can provide RF coverage for up to four specific frequency bands. Figure 2
shows how a CAP L can be deployed in an ION-E system.
Node B
UAP
UAP
e-POI
UAP
UAP
TEN
CAN
CAP L
CAP L
CAP L
CAP L
CAP L
Remote
Powering
CAP L
CAP L
Cat6A cable
CAP L
CAP L
CAP L
Fiber
Power
TEN
Figure 2. CAP L in an ION-E System
The CAP L
•
operates within the following temperature ranges
– CAP L without a Fan Kit (passively cooled)

Optical units: -33°C to +40°C (-27.4°F to 104°F)
Cat6A units: 0°C to +40°C (32°F to 104°F)
CAP L with a Fan Kit, the maximum operating temperature increases to 55°C (131°F); see also "Fan
Kit” on page 10

–
•
is outdoor rated (IP67), however, the Cat6A units are not designed for outdoor use; see "Determine the
CAP L Mounting Site” on page 19
•
has a typical power consumption of 98W; see also
– "Fan Kit” on page 10
– "Determine the Power Consumption of the CAP L” on page 18.
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CAP L Overview
CAP L Connectors, Ports, and LEDs
The following sections identify the connectors, ports, and LEDs available on the different CAP L models.
•
"CAP L with an Optical Fiber Interface” on page 6
•
"CAP L with a Copper Interface and External DC Power” on page 7
•
"CAP L with a Copper Interface and Power Cat6A Cable” on page 8
•
"Powering a CAP L” on page 48
•
"Fan Interface Port” on page 9.
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CAP L with an Optical Fiber Interface
REF #
Label
Description
1, 4
ANT 3, ANT 4 Not available; connector is plugged.
ANT 1
ANT 2
Power LED
(Unlabeled)
Power LED
Unlabeled
Proprietary 4-pin 36
to 60 Vdc Power
connector
Function
4.3-10 RF connector Connect to two separate external antennas or to two ports on a cross-polarized dual antenna
via 50Ω coaxial cable. Each connector supports two RF bands. The end of the 50Ω coaxial cable
that connects to an ANT connector can be either a push-pull or a threaded connector. ANT 1/2
ship with dust caps that can be discarded upon unit installation.
See "Power LED Behavior” on page 48.
Connects to a local or remote DC power supply, or to a Hybrid Fiber Junction Box.
Optical Port 2
Connects to an optional cascaded CAP L via an Optical OCTIS Kit (PN 7770612). Port 2 provides
the main signal interface. Optical transport occurs over Single Mode Fiber (SMF) or Multi Mode
Fiber (MMF). Port 2 ships with factory-installed EMI/weatherproof plug, and must remain
plugged if not in use. Graphic shows the OCTIS connector in blue.
Optical Port 1
Connects to an ION-E CAN/TEN (possibly through a local Hybrid Fiber Junction Box) and
provides the main signal interface. Optical transport occurs over Single Mode Fiber (SMF) or
Multi Mode Fiber (MMF). Uses the Optical OCTIS Kit (PN 7770612). Port 1 ships with a dust cap
that can be discarded upon unit installation. Graphic shows the OCTIS connector in blue.
RJ45 Auxiliary port
Connects to external Ethernet devices such as WiFi and IP cameras. Cabling is via the
appropriate CAT cable for the protocol; this model supports a 1000 BASE-T and 802.3at Class 4
Power over Cat6A Ethernet connection. Maximum attached cable length is 3 meters (9.8 feet).
For information on the Auxiliary port in cascades, see "Cascade Rules” on page 17. Port A ships
with factory-installed EMI/weatherproof plug, and must remain plugged if not in use.
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CAP L Overview
CAP L with a Copper Interface and External DC Power
10
REF #
Label
Description
1, 4
ANT 3, ANT 4
Not available; connector is plugged.
ANT 1
ANT 2
4.3-10 RF connector
Power LED
(Unlabeled)
Power LED
Power button
(Unlabeled)
Pushbutton switch
Function
Connect to two separate external antennas or to two ports on a cross-polarized dual antenna
via 50Ω coaxial cable. Each connector supports two RF bands. The end of the 50Ω coaxial
cable that connects to an ANT connector can be either a push-pull or a threaded connector.
ANT 1/2 ship with dust caps that can be discarded upon unit installation.
See "Power LED Behavior” on page 48.
Places the CAP L into a low-power sleep state, which allows you to safely unplug the CAP L
without a power arc.
Prior to disconnecting the Power cable from the CAP L, press the Power button to power off
the CAP L.
Unlabeled
Proprietary 4-pin 36
to 60 Vdc Power
connector
Connects to a local or remote DC power supply, or to a Hybrid Fiber Junction Box.
Port 2
Not applicable to this model configuration—do not remove the factory-installed
EMI/weatherproof plug.
Port 1
Port 1 connects to an available port on a CAT Card in the CAN/TEN via Cat6A cable and
provides the main signal interface. Uses the Ethernet OCTIS Kit (PN 7760652). Port 1 ships with
a dust cap that can be discarded upon unit installation.
10
RJ45 Auxiliary port
The Auxiliary port provides a cascade connection to an optional locally powered cascaded
CAP L, or provides a connection to external Ethernet devices such as WiFi and IP cameras.
Cabling is via the appropriate CAT cable for the protocol; this model supports a 1000 BASE-T
and 802.3at Class 4 Power over Cat6A Ethernet connection. Maximum attached cable length
is 100 meters (328 feet). Port A ships with factory-installed EMI/weatherproof plug, and must
remain plugged if not in use. For information on how to use the Auxiliary port in cascades, see
"Cascade Rules” on page 17.
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CAP L Overview
CAP L with a Copper Interface and Power Cat6A Cable
10
REF #
Label
Description
1, 4
ANT 3, ANT 4 Not available; connector is plugged.
ANT 1
ANT 2
Power LED
(Unlabeled)
Power LED
Power
button
(Unlabeled)
Pushbutton switch
4.3-10 RF connector
Function
Connect to two separate external antennas or to two ports on a cross-polarized dual
antenna via 50Ω coaxial cable. Each connector supports two RF bands. The end of the
50Ω coaxial cable that connects to an ANT connector can be either a push-pull or a
threaded connector. ANT 1/2 ship with dust caps that can be discarded upon unit
installation.
See "Power LED Behavior” on page 48.
Places the CAP L into a low-power sleep state, which allows you to safely unplug the
CAP L without a power arc. Power to a Cat6A CAP L may also be shutdown via the
ION-E Series Software.
Prior to disconnecting the Power cable from the CAP L, press the Power button to
power off the CAP L.
Unlabeled
Proprietary 4-pin 36 to 60 Vdc
Plugged, not applicable to this model configuration.
Power connector
Port 2
Not applicable to this model configuration—do not remove the factory-installed
EMI/weatherproof plug.
Port 1
Port 1 connects to an available port on a CAT Card in the CAN/TEN via Cat6A cable and
provides the main signal interface and power over Cat6A. Uses the Ethernet OCTIS Kit
(PN 7760652). Port 1 ships with a dust cap that can be discarded upon unit installation.
10
RJ45 Auxiliary port
The Auxiliary port provides a cascade connection to an optional locally powered
Secondary CAP L, or provides a connection to external Ethernet devices such as WiFi
and IP cameras. Cabling is via the appropriate CAT cable for the protocol; this model
supports a 1000 BASE-T and 802.3at Class 4 Power over Cat6A Ethernet connection.
Maximum attached cable length is 100 meters (328 feet). Port A ships with
factory-installed EMI/weatherproof plug, and must remain plugged if not in use.
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CAP L Overview
Fan Interface Port
Fan
Interface
port
The preceding graphic shows the proprietary 8-pin Fan Interface port, which is only available on CAP L units
that ship with the factory-installed Fan Kit. If the CAP L being installed includes the Fan Kit option, the Fan
Interface port will be cabled to the Fan Kit at the factory. If the CAP L being installed does not include the Fan
Kit option, the Fan Interface port will be plugged.
CAP L Accessory Options
The following sections describe hardware options for the CAP L:
•
"Fan Kit” on page 10
•
"Flat Mounting Bracket Kit” on page 10
•
"CAP L Mounting Bracket Kit” on page 10
•
"CAP L Hybrid Fiber Splice Box Kit” on page 11
•
"AC/DC Power Supply Kit” on page 11
•
"OCTIS Kits” on page 11.
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CAP L Overview
Fan Kit
Fan Kit
The optional Fan Kit is an integrated shroud that fits over the CAP L enclosure to extend the upper ambient
temperature range. The Fan Kit
•
is IP55 rated
•
increases the maximum operating temperature to 55°C (131°F)
•
adds 3W power consumption to the CAP L; see "Determine the Power Consumption of the CAP L” on
page 18.
•
is factory installed, but can be replaced in the field.
Flat Mounting Bracket Kit
The Flat Mounting Bracket Kit (CommScope PN 7774353-xx) provides the mounting brackets required to
mount an CAP L to a wall or other flat surface. See "Wall Mount a CAP L Using a Flat Mounting Bracket Kit” on
page 26.
CAP L Mounting Bracket Kit
The CAP L Mounting Bracket Kit (CommScope PN 7774354-xx) provides the mounting brackets required to
mount an CAP L to a wall or other flat surface when using the “CAP L Hybrid Fiber Splice Box Kit” or the
“AC/DC Power Supply Kit.”
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CAP L Overview
CAP L Hybrid Fiber Splice Box Kit
The CAP L Hybrid Fiber Splice Box Kit (CommScope PN 7781091-xx) separates the power from the fiber
signals on a hybrid fiber feed from the CAN/TEN. It feeds power to the CAP L through a composite cable that
includes both fiber and copper power wires. Fiber and copper terminate at the Splice Box, which allows you
to separate the DC wires and fiber at the remote end. For CAP Ls with a Fiber Interface, you will typically use
composite cable to transport signal and power, and then use the CAP L Hybrid Fiber Splice Box Kit to
terminate the fiber at the CAP L. See "Wall Mount a CAP L Using a CAP L Hybrid Fiber Splice Box Kit” on
page 28.
AC/DC Power Supply Kit
The AC/DC Power Supply Kit (CommScope PN 7775087-xx) provides a 48V External Power Supply that
converts local AC power to DC power for the CAP L. Wherever copper is already available for a CAP L
installation, a CAP L with Copper Interface should be installed. However, in a cascade, PoE is only available
for the Primary CAP L—the Secondary CAP L will require local power and the use of the AC/DC Power Supply
Kit. Moreover, the AC/DC Power Supply Kit can be used for a Fiber or Copper Interface when remote
powering is not feasible. See "Wall Mount a CAP L Using a AC/DC Power Supply Kit” on page 32.
OCTIS Kits
All CAP Ls include one OCTIS1 Kit for the primary interface to the CAN/TEN. Regardless of which OCTIS Kit
ships with the CAP L, it will plug into the CAP L Port 1. It is the configuration of the OCTIS Kit that then makes
the AUX port compatible for a Copper Interface or a Fiber Interface.
You can order an additional OCTIS Kit, which would allow you to cascade two CAP Ls, or to attach an auxiliary
Ethernet device; which OCTIS Kit you should order is identified in Table 2.
Table 2. CAP L OCTIS Kits
Kit Name
CommScope PN Description
Optical OCTIS Kit
7770612
Use only with CAP Ls with a Fiber Interface to cascade a Secondary
fiber unit.
Ethernet OCTIS Kit 7760652
Use with CAP Ls that have a Fiber or Copper Interface to cascade a
Secondary copper unit, or to attach an auxiliary Ethernet device.
1 OCTIS is a trademark of RADIALL.
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Safely Working with ION-E Hardware
S AFELY W ORKING WITH ION-E H ARDWARE
The following sections provide important information that you should read and know before working with
any ION-E hardware. Observe all cautions and warnings listed in this section.
Health and Safety Precautions
A high leakage current ground (earth) connection to the Power Supply Unit (PSU) is essential before
making any other connections to the PSU.
Laser radiation. Risk of eye injury in operation. Do not stare into the laser beam; do not view the laser
beam directly or with optical instruments.
High frequency radiation in operation. Risk of health hazards associated with radiation from the
antenna(s) connected to the unit. Implement prevention measures to avoid the possibility of close
proximity to the antenna(s) while in operation.
Property Damage Warnings
Keep operating instructions within easy reach and make them available to all users.
Only license holders for the respective frequency range are allowed to operate this unit.
Read and obey all the warning labels attached to the unit. Make sure that all warning labels are kept in a
legible condition. Replace any missing or damaged labels.
Make sure the unit's settings are correct for the intended use (refer to the manufacturer product
information) and regulatory requirements are met. Do not carry out any modifications or fit any spare
parts, which are not sold or recommended by the manufacturer.
General Installation Safety Requirements
Wet conditions increase the potential for receiving an electrical shock when installing or using electrically
powered equipment. To prevent electrical shock, never install or use electrical equipment in a wet
location or during a lightning storm.
This system is a RF Transmitter and continuously emits RF energy. Maintain a minimum 12-inch (30 cm)
clearance from the antenna while the system is operating. Whenever possible, shut down the RAN before
servicing the antenna.
Do not remove caps from any of the connectors until instructed to do so.
The CAP L is to be used only with CommScope (NEC Class 2) or Limited Power Source ION-E Subrack, or
equivalent.
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Guard Against Damage from Electro-Static Discharge
Electro-Static Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components. To prevent ESD damage, always wear
an ESD wrist strap when working with ION-E hardware components. Not all ION-E hardware requires
grounding. For those ION-E hardware components for which grounding is required, connect the ground
wire on the ESD wrist strap to an earth ground source before touching the ION-E component. Wear the
wrist strap the entire time that you work with the ION-E hardware.
Compliance
Notice: For installations, which have to comply with FCC RF exposure requirements, the antenna
selection and installation must be completed in a way to ensure compliance with those FCC requirements.
Depending on the RF frequency, rated output power, antenna gain, and the loss between the repeater and
antenna, the minimum distance D to be maintained between the antenna location and human beings is
calculated according to this formula:
P[ mW ]
D[ cm ] =
4 ∗ π ∗ PD[ mW / cm 2 ]
where
•
P (mW) is the radiated power at the antenna, i.e. the max. rated repeater output power in addition to
the antenna gain minus the loss between the repeater and the antenna.
•
PD (mW/cm²) is the allowed Power Density limit acc. to 47 CFR 1.1310 (B) for general population /
uncontrolled exposures which is
–
f (MHz) / 1500 for frequencies from 300MHz to 1500MHz
–
1 for frequencies from 1500MHz to 100,000MHz
RF exposure compliance may need to be addressed at the time of licensing, as required by the responsible
FCC Bureau(s), including antenna co-location requirements of 1.1307(b)(3).
Notice: For installations which have to comply with European EN50385 exposure compliance
requirements, the following Power Density limits/guidelines (mW/cm²) according to ICNIRP are valid:
•
0.2 for frequencies from 10 MHz to 400 MHz
•
F (MHz) / 2000 for frequencies from 400 MHz to 2 GHz
•
1 for frequencies from 2 GHz to 300 GHz
Notice: Installation of this equipment is in full responsibility of the installer, who has also the
responsibility, that cables and couplers are calculated into the maximum gain of the antennas, so that this
value, which is filed in the FCC Grant and can be requested from the FCC data base, is not exceeded. The
industrial boosters are shipped only as a naked booster without any installation devices or antennas as it
needs for professional installation.
Notice: For installations which have to comply with FCC/ISED requirements:
English:
This device complies with FCC Part 15. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this
device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
This device complies with Health Canada's Safety Code. The installer of this device should ensure that RF
radiation is not emitted in excess of the Health Canada's requirement. Information can be obtained at
http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/ewh-semt/pubs/radiation/radio_guide-lignes_direct-eng.php.
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Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user's authority to operate the equipment.
Antenna Stmt for ISED:
This device has been designated to operate with the antennas having a maximum gain of 9 dBi. Antennas
having a gain greater than 9 dBi are prohibited for use with this device without consent by ISED
regulators. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms.
The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 30
cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter. Users and installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter
operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.
French:
Cet appareil est conforme à FCC Partie15. Son utilisation est soumise à Les deux conditions suivantes: (1)
cet appareil ne peut pas provoquer d'interfé rences et (2) cet appareil doit accepter Toute interfé rence, y
compris les interfé rences qui peuvent causer un mauvais fonctionnement du dispositif.
Cet appareil est conforme avec Santé Canada Code de sé curité 6. Le programme d'installation de cet
appareil doit s'assurer que les rayonnements RF n'est pas é mis au-delà de I'exigence de Santé Canada. Les
informations peuvent ê tre obtenues:
http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/ewh-semt/pubs/radiation/radio_guide-lignes_direct-eng.php
Les changements ou modifications non expressé ment approuvé s par la partie responsable de la
conformité pourraient annuler l'autorité de l'utilisateur à utiliser cet é quipement.
Antenne Stmt pour ISDE:
Ce dispositif a é té dé signé pour fonctionner avec les antennes ayant un gain maximal de 9 dBi. Antennes
ayant un gain plus grand que 9 dBi sont interdites pour une utilisation avec cet appareil sans le
consentement des organismes de ré glementation d'ISDE. L'impé dance d'antenne requise est 50 ohms.
L'antenne (s) utilisé pour cet é metteur doit ê tre installé pour fournir une distance de sé paration d'au
moins 30 cm de toutes les personnes et ne doit pas ê tre co-localisé es ou opé rant en conjonction avec une
autre antenne ou é metteur. Les utilisateurs et les installateurs doivent ê tre fournis avec des instructions
d'installation de l'antenne et des conditions de fonctionnement de l'é metteur pour satisfaire la
conformité aux expositions RF.
Notice: The unit complies with Overvoltage Category II. It also complies with the surge requirement
according to EN 61000-4-5 (fine protection); however, installation of an additional medium (via local
supply connection) and/or coarse protection (external surge protection) is recommended depending on
the individual application in order to avoid damage caused by overcurrent.
For Canada and US, components used to reduce the Overvoltage Category shall comply with the
requirements of IEC 61643-series. As an alternative, components used to reduce the Overvoltage
Category may comply with ANSI/IEEE C62.11, CSA Certification Notice No. 516, CSA C22.2 No. 1, or UL
1449. Suitability of the component for the application shall be determined for the intended installation.
Notice: Corresponding local particularities and regulations must be observed. For national deviations,
please refer to the respective documents included in the manual CD that is delivered with the unit.
Note: For a Class B digital device or peripheral:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can
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be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference.
Notice: For a Class A digital device or peripheral.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Note: This unit complies with European standard EN60950-1 / EN62368-1.
Equipment Symbols Used / Compliance
Please observe the meanings of the following symbols used in our equipment and the compliance warnings
listed in Table 3.
Table 3. Compliance Labels
Symbol
Compliance Meaning
For industrial (Part 20) signal booster:
—
FCC
WARNING: This is NOT a CONSUMER device. It is designed for installation by FCC LICENSEES and
QUALIFIED INSTALLERS. You MUST have an FCC LICENSE or express consent of an FCC Licensee to
operate this device. Unauthorized use may result in significant forfeiture penalties, including
penalties in excess of $100,000 for each continuing violation.
WARNING: This is NOT a CONSUMER device. It is designed for installation by an installer approved
by an ISED licensee. You MUST have an ISED LICENCE or the express consent of an ISED licensee to
operate this device.
—
ISED
CE
AVERTISSEMENT: Ce produit N'EST PAS un appareil de CONSOMMATION. Il est conçu pour être
installé par un installateur approuvé par un titulaire de licence d'ISDE. Pour utiliser cet appareil,
vous DEVEZ détenir une LICENCE d'ISDE ou avoir obtenu le consentement exprès d'un titulaire de
licence autorisé par ISDE.
To be sold exclusively to mobile operators or authorized installers - no harmonized frequency
bands, operation requires license. Intended use: EU and EFTA countries.
Indicates conformity with the RED directive 2014/53/EU and/or RoHS directive 2011/65/EU.
CE
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by the notified body no. 0700.
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I NSTALLING CAP L S
The following sections guide you through the installation of a CAP L. pay attention to all cautions, and follow
the steps in the order presented.
Prepare for Installation
Do the following before beginning installation.
•
Review and know the cautions in "Safely Working with ION-E Hardware” on page 12.
•
Review the system design plan.
•
Identify the equipment installation site.
•
Review the power requirements to make sure the site can support this installation.
•
Map out all cable runs.
•
Identify and obtain all tools and materials required to complete the installation.
Required Distances Between CAP Ls and Antennas
Table 4 lists the distance that must be maintained between specific CAP L models and antennas. See also the
requirements listed in “Antenna Stmt for ISED:” and “Antenne Stmt pour ISDE:” on page 14.
Table 4. Required Antenna Distance
CAP L Model
Antenna gain
without cable
loss [dBi]
Maximum Distance
FCC
Meters
ISED
Inches
Meters
Inches
C A P L 7/ 80- 85/ 17E/ 19
.176
6.9
.256
10.1
CAP L 17E/17E/19/19
.218
8.58
.259
10.2
C A P L 17E/ 17E/ 23/23
.169
6.65
.237
9.33
C A P L 17E/ 19/ 23/ 25TDD
.178
7.02
.251
9.88
CAP L Installation Rules
When installing a CAP L, you must observe the following rules.
•
CAP L with a Copper Interface
– Connects via its RJ-45 port to a CAT Card in the CAN/TEN
– Each CAT Port can support two Copper CAP Ls, but you cannot exceed six CAP Ls per CAT Card, for
maximum totals of 24 CAP Ls in a straight cascade configuration, and 32 CAP Ls per WCS Subrack in
a daisy-chain configuration, but you must adhere to the Copper CAP L powering rules.
– There can be a total of 12 CAP Ls connected to a CAT Card in a cascade configuration. The CAP L
connected to the CAT Card is the Primary CAP L, to which you can connect one self-powered
Secondary CAP L. See "Cascade Rules” on page 17.
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CAP L with a Fiber Interface
– Connects via its Optical Port 1 to an OPT Card in the CAN/TEN
– You can connect up to 4 CAP Ls per OPT Card for a total of 16.
– You can connect up to three CAP L units (or cascaded pairs) to OPT Card Ports 1 - 4. See "Cascade
Rules” on page 17.
Cascade Rules
When cascading a Secondary CAP L or an external Ethernet device such as WiFi or an IP camera, you must
observe the following rules, which are also documented in the installation procedures included in this
installation guide.
•
In a cascade, the CAP L connected directly to the CAN/TEN is the Primary CAP L, and the CAP L that
connects to the Primary CAP L is the Secondary CAP L.
•
The cascaded unit must use the same transport type (Copper or Optical).
– To cascade two Optical CAP Ls, use a fiber-optic cable.
– To cascade two Copper CAP Ls, use Cat6A cable. Use 23 AWG Cat6A cable; for cable limitations, see
"Cat6A Cable Requirements for CAP Ls with a Copper Interface” on page 40.
•
The Secondary CAP L must get its power through the DC connector. For CAP Ls with a Copper Interface,
power over the Cat6A cable to the cascaded unit is not supported.
•
You connect CAP Ls with a Copper Interface to a CAT Card in the WCS Subrack. Each CAT Card has four
RJ-45 ports (labeled 1 - 4).
– You can connect up to three CAP Ls with a Copper Interface (or cascaded pairs) to CAT Card Ports
1 - 3.
– If installed in CAT Card Port 4, the CAP L with Copper Interface must be locally powered.
•
You connect CAP Ls with a Fiber Interface to an OPT Card in the WCS Subrack. Each OPT Card has four
10 Gbps ports (labeled 1 - 4) for fiber connections.
– You can connect up to 4 CAP Ls per OPT Card for a total of 16.
– In a cascade, the CAP L connected to the OPT Card is the Primary CAP L, to which you can connect one
Secondary CAP L.
•
Use of the Auxiliary ports in a cascaded system is limited as described below.
– For CAP Ls with a Fiber Interface, only use the Auxiliary port on the Primary CAP L.
– For CAP Ls with a Copper Interface, use the Auxiliary port on the Primary CAP L to connect one of the
following:

a locally powered Secondary CAP L

an external Ethernet device such as WiFi or an IP camera.
•
The total 320 MHz RF bandwidth is shared between the two cascaded units, but can be shared unevenly;
that is, with more bandwidth going to either the Primary or Secondary CAP L—either CAP L can transmit
all the 320 MHz RF bandwidth or any subset of it.
•
After the Primary CAP L powers up, the Secondary CAP L will be discovered and power up on its own; for
information on how a CAP L powers up, see "Powering a CAP L” on page 48.
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Recommended Tools and Material
•
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) wrist strap
•
Drill and bits to mount CAP L to a wall or ceiling
•
Fiber cleaning equipment
•
if required per local practice, insulated stranded copper wire for chassis ground; see "(Optional) Ground
the CAP L” on page 36.
Determine the Power Consumption of the CAP L
Use the power consumption matrix in Table 5 to calculate power consumption for a CAP L, where
•
the consumption numbers are at the CAP L power inputs and do not account for feed losses
•
the maximum consumption numbers in Table 5 do not include the power consumed by any attached
auxiliary devices. Both CAP L power consumption and auxiliary device power must be included when
calculating feed losses.
Table 5. CAP L Power Consumption
Configuration
Voltage Range (V)
Typical Power (W) Maximum Power (W)
36 - 60
92
102
36 - 60
95
107
Copper Interface and External DC Power without Fan Kit 1 36 - 60
100
110
36 - 60
103
115
Copper Interface and Power Cat 6A Cable without Fan Kit <60V maximum
100
110
Copper Interface and Power Cat 6A Cable with Fan Kit
103
115
Optical Fiber Interface without Fan Kit
1, 2
Optical Fiber Interface with Fan Kit 1, 2
Copper Interface and External DC Power with Fan Kit 1
<60V maximum
Does not include consumption of optional local DC supply.
Optical unit does not include SFP+ Module consumption. Can support up to 3W (more with engineering consultation)
maximum total SFP+ Module consumption. Typical installation (sufficient for SM up to 10km or MM) would be 0.8W
typical, 1.0W max for each SFP+ Module.
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Determine the CAP L Mounting Site
When deciding on a suitable mounting site, observe the following rules; refer also to "Mounting Orientation
for Wall Mounts” on page 24.
•
The CAP L is suitable for installation indoors for any unit.
•
CommScope recommends that a CAP L with an Optical Fiber Interface be installed outdoors only if it has
a Fan Kit.
A CAP L with a Copper Interface is not designed for outdoor installations—it is not lightning protected.
However, the antenna to which the Copper Interface units attach can be outdoors if suitable
lightning-protection devices are used at the antenna site.
•
Use the weights listed in Table 6 to determine a site that can bear the weight of the CAP L that is being
installed, where:
– The “Maximum Lift Weight” is the highest weight that must be lifted during installation. (An installer
only needs to lift CAP L components at one time, not the wholly configured CAP L.)
– The “Total Hanging Weight” is the weight of the CAP L, including the weight of the Mounting Bracket
and Power Supply, minus the weight of the external cables and connectors, that the mounting site
must be able to support.
Table 6. Maximum CAP L Installation Weights*
Maximum Lift Weight
CAP L configured with this kit …
•
No Fan Kit
Total Hanging Weight
With Fan Kit
No Fan Kit
With Fan Kit
kg
lbs. kg
lbs. kg
lbs. kg
lbs.
Flat Mounting Bracket
10.8
23.8 11.3
25
23.8 11.3
25
AC/DC Power Supply Kit
10.7
23.6 11.2
24.7 13.2
29
30.2
CAP L Hybrid Fiber Splice Box Kit
10.7
23.6 11.2
24.7 12.2
26.9 12.7
10.8
13.7
28
Use the dimensions shown in Figure 3 on page 20 through Figure 5 on page 21.
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512mm
[20.16”]
489.12mm
[19.26”]
406.4mm 440mm
[16”]
[17.32”]
144mm
[5.67”]
Figure 3. Mounting Dimensions for a CAP L with the Flat Mounting Bracket Kit
512mm
[20.16”]
188mm
[7.4"]
120mm
[4.72"]
390.33mm 460.75mm
[18.14"]
[15.37"]
383.34mm
[15.09"]
424.53mm
[16.71"]
24mm
[0.94"]
2X
30mm
[1.18"]
2X
Figure 4. Mounting Dimensions for a CAP L Mounted with the CAP L Hybrid Fiber Splice Box Kit
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373.873mm
[14.719"]
30mm
[1.181"]
2X
35.727mm
[1.407"]
188mm
[7.402"]
447.979mm
[17.637"]
24.106mm
[0.949"]
399.8mm
[15.74"]
31.5mm
[1.24"]
469.62
[18.489"]
104.73mm
[4.123"]
158.42mm
[6.237"]
48.69mm
[1.917"]
36.5mm
[1.437"]
120mm
[4.724"]
87.44mm
[3.443"]
401mm
[15.787"]
Figure 5. Mounting Dimensions for a CAP L Mounted with the AC/DC Power Supply Kit
General Mounting Cautions
The following cautions apply to all CAP L installations; there may be other mounting cautions applicable to a
specific mounting option, which will be defined in the applicable mounting procedure.
Attach all CAP Ls securely to a stationary object as described in this installation guide.
To maintain proper ventilation, keep at least 76 mm (3-inch) clearance around the CAP L.
The installation site must be able to bear the weight of the CAP L; see Table 6 on page 19.
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Unpack and Inspect the CAP L and Optional Accessories
Inspect the exterior of the shipping container(s) for evidence of rough handling that may have damaged
the components in the container.
Unpack each container while carefully checking the contents for damage and verify with the packing slip.
If damage is found or parts are missing, file a claim with the commercial carrier and notify CommScope
Technical Support (see "DCCS Global Technical Support” on page 51). Save the damaged cartons for
inspection by the carrier.
Save all shipping containers for use if the equipment requires shipment at a future date.
Mount the CAP L
The CAP L is suitable for indoor and outdoor installations as follows:
•
Indoors—All versions of the CAP L can be installed indoors.
•
Outdoors—
– Only Optical Fiber CAP Ls with the optional Fan Kit can be installed outdoors.
– Do not install Copper CAP Ls (that is, have Cat6A cabling) outdoors as they are not designed for
outdoor temperatures, nor do they have required lightning protection.
Mounting instructions are divided into the sections listed below.
•
The following sections apply to all installations.
– "General Mounting Cautions” on page 21
–
•
"Mounting Orientation for Wall Mounts” on page 24.
Follow the mounting instructions that are appropriate for this installation:
– "Flat-Surface Mount a CAP L” on page 23
– "Wall Mount a CAP L Using a Flat Mounting Bracket Kit” on page 26
– "Ceiling Mount a CAP L with a Fan Kit” on page 35
– "Wall Mount a CAP L Using a AC/DC Power Supply Kit” on page 32.
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Flat-Surface Mount a CAP L
You can place a CAP L on a flat surface, such as a shelf, desk, cabinet, above a ceiling, or any other horizontal
surface that allows stable placement.
If you mount the CAP L on a flat surface, in addition to the rules listed in "General Mounting Cautions” on
page 21, you must also observe the following rules that are specific to a flat-surface mount.
To maintain proper ventilation, keep at least 76 mm (3-inch) clearance around the CAP L.
Do not stack CAP Ls on top of each other.
Always secure the CAP L to the mounting surface.
If a CAP L without a Fan Kit is flat-surface mounted, the minimum clearance above the CAP L is 203.2
millimeters (8 inches).
Always mount the CAP L with its mounting option facing down against the mounting surface, and the
enclosure fins facing up; see Figure 6.
If you are mounting the CAP L above a ceiling, its antennas must protrude below the ceiling. That is, the
CAP L will be above the ceiling, but any connected WiFi units or IP cameras will be mounted below the
ceiling; see Figure 6.
Fins facing up
Flat-Mounng Bracket
opon is securing the
CAP L to the ﬂat
surface.
Flat Suface
If the CAP L does not have a Fan Kit, do not Flat-Suface Mount with the CAP L Fins facing down.
Fins Facing down
Figure 6. CAP L Orientation in Flat-Surface Mounting
After you mount the CAP L on a flat surface, follow the steps in "Connect the CAP L Cables” on page 37.
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Wall Mount a CAP L
The following sections provide the installation methodology and steps required to mount a CAP L to a wall.
Mounting Orientation for Wall Mounts
When wall mounting a CAP L, the recommendations should be observed.
•
Wall Mount Orientation for a CAP L without a Fan Kit
A CAP L that does not have a Fan Kit is passively cooled. You should therefore mount a CAP L that does not
have a Fan Kit with the ANT ports pointing down (see Figure 7). Otherwise, the CAP L will have a reduced
maximum operating temperature of 33°C (91°F).
ANT connectors poinng down
Figure 7. Mounting Orientation for a CAP L without the Optional Fan Kit (Flat Mounting Bracket Shown)
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Wall Mount Orientation for a CAP L with a Fan Kit—To allow for optimal access to the CAP L cables, it
is recommended that a CAP L with the Fan Kit option be mounted with the ANT ports are pointing to the
left; see Figure 8.
ANT connectors
poinng to the le
Figure 8. Mounting Orientation for a CAP L with the Optional Fan Kit (Flat Mounting Bracket Shown)
Mounting requirements for flat surfaces are described in "Flat-Surface Mount a CAP L” on page 23.
Ceiling-mount requirements are described in "Ceiling Mount a CAP L with a Fan Kit” on page 35.
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Wall Mount a CAP L Using a Flat Mounting Bracket Kit
Follow the steps in "Unpack and Inspect the CAP L and Optional Accessories” on page 22.
Refer to and observe all cautions listed in "General Mounting Cautions” on page 21.
Refer to "Determine the CAP L Mounting Site” on page 19 to determine the mounting location, which must
be able to support the weight and dimensions of the CAP L.
Refer to "Mounting Orientation for Wall Mounts” on page 24 to determine the mounting orientation of the
CAP L.
Attach the two mounting brackets to the back of the CAP L enclosure as described below and as shown in
Figure 9 (CAP L with a Fan Kit) and Figure 10 on page 27 (CAP L without Fan Kit).
Use three of the M6-1.0 x14mm screws that came with the Flat Mounting Bracket Kit to attach the left
or top mounting bracket to the three corresponding horizontal or vertical M6-1.0 mounting taps on
the back of the CAP L chassis.
Use three of the M6-1.0 x14mm screws that came with the Flat Mounting Bracket Kit to attach the
right or bottom mounting bracket to the three corresponding horizontal or vertical M6-1.0 mounting
taps on the back of the CAP L chassis.
One Mounng bracket
in horizontal posion
Three
M6-1.0 x 14mm
screws
One Mounng bracket
in horizontal posion
Three M6-1.0 x 14mm screws
NOTE: Install a CAP L with
a Fan Kit horizontally.
Figure 9. CAP L (No Fan Kit) with Flat Mounting Bracket Kit (PN 7774353-xx)
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One Mounng bracket
in vercal posion
Fan Kit
Three
M6-1.0 x 14mm
screws
One Mounng bracket
in vercal posion
Three
M6-1.0 x 14mm
screws
NOTE: Install a CAP L that does not have a Fan Kit vercally.
Figure 10. CAP L with a Fan Kit and Flat Mounting Bracket Kit (PN 7774353-xx)
Use four 5/16-inch or M8 lag screws (or whatever screw type is appropriate for the material to which the
CAP L is to mounted on) to mount the CAP L to the wall.
Follow the steps in "(Optional) Ground the CAP L” on page 36 if grounding is required or preferred.
Follow the steps in "Connect the CAP L Cables” on page 37.
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Wall Mount a CAP L Using a CAP L Hybrid Fiber Splice Box Kit
Follow the steps in "Unpack and Inspect the CAP L and Optional Accessories” on page 22.
Refer to "Determine the CAP L Mounting Site” on page 19 to determine the mounting location, which must
be able to support the weight and dimensions of the CAP L.
Refer to "Mounting Orientation for Wall Mounts” on page 24 to determine the mounting orientation of the
CAP L.
Assemble the cables in the Hybrid Fiber Splice Box.
Open the Hybrid Fiber Splice Box and remove the installation kit
that is inside.
Using the parts from the Hybrid Fiber Splice Box, insert the
Splice Holder and fasten it using a PTK 30x6 screw and one M4
washer.
From the CAP L Hybrid Fiber Splice Box Kit, insert Fiber Patch
Cord in one of the cable glands indicated in the graphic to the
right.
Strip the insulation of the composite cable for 100 cm and the fibers for 90 cm, and then shorten
the copper cables to 25 cm.
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Insert the composite cable in the first cable gland and separate
the multi-fibers cable from the copper wires. It is necessary to
remove the nut to perform this action. The cable must be fed
through the nut and it must be retightened once finished.
Bend the spliced fibers using the corner guides and fix the
splices to the splice holder.
Bend the optical cables as show in the picture to the right.
If a second splice holder is needed, it can be assembled using the
M4 insulating washer and two M4 plain washers, as shown to
the right. The required screw is a PTK30 x 12.
Mount the internal support Splice Box ION-U RU using three
PTK30 x 6 screws.
Remove the sealing nut and rubber of the cable gland and insert
the optical cables.
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Place each cable into one of the grooves of the seal insert.
Press the seal insert into the clamp ring opening.
m Fix the optical cables inside the box using one cable tie and tight
the sealing nut.
It is possible to separate the optical cables and use two different
cable glands. Remove the sealing nut and rubber on each cable
gland.
Close all unused grooves with the plastic cylinders, no matter if
one or two cable glands are used.
Insert the copper wires in the first multiple terminal connectors.
See markings on the internal support. Then fasten the copper
cables inside the box using one cable tie.
Remove the sealing nut and insert the Remote Unit supply cable
and tighten the sealing nut.
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Connect the supply cable to the terminal strip and fix it inside the
box using one cable tie. It is possible to connect a second supply
cable.
In case of using remote unit Vdc/100 connect the supply cable as
shown besides. Refer to markings on the internal support.
Assemble and mount the CAP L Hybrid Fiber Splice Box Kit and the CAP L, as described below and as
shown in Figure 11 on page 32, which shows a CAP L with Fan Kit (installation for a CAP L without a Fan
Kit is the same).
Attach the Hybrid Fiber Splice Box to the Wall Bracket with the three captive screws already installed
in the Splice Box.
Attach the assembled Hybrid Splice Box and Wall Mounting Bracket to the selected mounting location.
Use the six M6-1.0 x14mm screws to attach the two Angled Mounting Brackets to the Wall Mounting
Bracket.
Put the top two flange-head screws halfway into the mounting brackets, and then use them to
“hang” the CAP L in the Wall Mounting Bracket.
ii
Attach the bottom two flange-head screws.
iii Tighten all four screws.
From the CAP L Hybrid Fiber Splice Box Kit:
Attach the Local Power Jumper to the CAP L power connector.
ii
Attach the Fiber Patch Cord to the CAP L Port 1; the other end was attached in Step 4c (page 28)
to one of the cable glands.
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One Hybrid
Fiber Splice Box
Two Angled
Mounng Brackets
Fan Kit
Four M8x16 ﬂange-head screws
Six M6-1.0 x 14mm screws
One Fiber
Patch Cord
One Local
Power Jumper
One Wall Mounng Bracket
Figure 11. CAP L with Fan Kit, CAP L Mounting Bracket Kit, and CAP L Hybrid Fiber Splice Box Kit
Follow the steps in "(Optional) Ground the CAP L” on page 36 if grounding is required or preferred.
Follow the steps in "Connect the CAP L Cables” on page 37.
Wall Mount a CAP L Using a AC/DC Power Supply Kit
Refer to and observe all cautions listed in "General Mounting Cautions” on page 21.
Refer to "Determine the CAP L Mounting Site” on page 19 to determine the mounting location, which must
be able to support the weight and dimensions of the CAP L.
Refer to "Mounting Orientation for Wall Mounts” on page 24 to determine the mounting orientation of the
CAP L.
Follow the steps in "Unpack and Inspect the CAP L and Optional Accessories” on page 22.
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Assemble and mount the AC/DC Power Supply Kit and the CAP L, as described below and as shown in
Figure 12 (CAP L without Fan Kit) and Figure 13 on page 34 (CAP L with Fan Kit). The Local Power
Jumper Cable Assembly will be connected to the AC/DC Power Supply Junction Box at the factory.
Use the four screws to attach the AC/DC Power Supply assembly to the Wall Mounting Bracket.
Attach the assembled AC/DC Power Supply Kit and Wall Mounting Bracket to the selected mounting
location.
Use the six M6-1.0 x14mm screws to attach the two Angled Mounting Brackets to the Wall Mounting
Bracket.
Put the top two flange-head screws halfway into the mounting brackets, and then use them to
“hang” the CAP L in the Wall Mounting Bracket.
ii
Attach the bottom two flange-head screws.
iii Tighten all four screws.
Two Angled
Mounng Brackets
Four M8x16 ﬂange-head screws
Six M6-1.0 x 14mm screws
AC/DC Power Supply Unit
with Juncon Box
Four
M6-1.0 x 14mm
screws
Local Power
Jumper Cable
One Wall
Mounng Bracket
Figure 12. CAP L (No Fan Kit) with AC/DC Power Supply Kit (PN 7775087-xx)
and CAP L Mounting Bracket Kit (7774354-xx)
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Two Angled
Mounng Brackets
Fan Kit
Four M8x16 ﬂange-head screws
Six M6-1.0 x 14mm screws
Four M4x8 screws
AC/DC Power
Supply Unit
with Juncon Box
One Wall
Mounng Bracket
Local Power
Jumper Cable
Figure 13. CAP L with Fan Kit and with AC/DC Power Supply Kit (PN 7775087-xx)
and CAP L Mounting Bracket Kit (PN 7774354-xx)
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Connect the Local Power Jumper Cable (shown below) to the CAP L 36 to 60 Vdc Power connector (see
"CAP L with a Copper Interface and Power Cat6A Cable” on page 8).
Gland for incoming AC power
Local Power Jumper that connects
to CAP L 36 to 60 Vdc Power connector
Follow the steps in "(Optional) Ground the CAP L” on page 36 if grounding is required or preferred.
Follow the steps in "Connect the CAP L Cables” on page 37.
Ceiling Mount a CAP L
You can mount a CAP L above or below a ceiling. When installing a CAP L below a ceiling, the use of the
optional Fan Kit determines how the CAP L can be ceiling mounted, as described in the following sections.
•
"Ceiling Mount a CAP L without a Fan Kit” on page 35
•
"Ceiling Mount a CAP L with a Fan Kit” on page 35.
If you mount the CAP L above the ceiling, its antennas must protrude below the ceiling.
Ceiling Mount a CAP L without a Fan Kit
A CAP L that does not have a Fan Kit should only be installed above a suspended ceiling on a flat surface, using
the steps in "Flat-Surface Mount a CAP L” on page 23.
Ceiling Mount a CAP L with a Fan Kit
Follow the steps in "Unpack and Inspect the CAP L and Optional Accessories” on page 22.
Refer to and observe all cautions listed in "General Mounting Cautions” on page 21.
Refer to "Determine the CAP L Mounting Site” on page 19 to determine the mounting location, which must
be able to support the weight and dimensions of the CAP L.
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Follow the steps in one of the following sections that apply to securing the desired mounting bracket to
the CAP L:
•
"Wall Mount a CAP L Using a Flat Mounting Bracket Kit” on page 26
•
"Wall Mount a CAP L Using a CAP L Hybrid Fiber Splice Box Kit” on page 28
•
"Wall Mount a CAP L Using a AC/DC Power Supply Kit” on page 32
Use four 5/16-inch or M8 lag screws (or whatever screw type is appropriate for the material to which the
CAP L is to mounted on) to mount the CAP L to the ceiling.
Follow the steps in "(Optional) Ground the CAP L” on page 36 if grounding is required or preferred.
Follow the steps in "Connect the CAP L Cables” on page 37.
(Optional) Ground the CAP L
Follow the steps below to ground the OPA only if grounding is required in your locality or if the installation
plans require the CAP L be grounded. The different CAP L installation procedures will tell you when to ground
the CAP L.
NOTE:
The CAP L is equipped with an M6 grounding stud located on the back of the unit; however,
grounding is not necessary. CAP Ls are classified as low-voltage devices and do not have internal
power supplies. CommScope recommends checking your local and national electrical codes to
determine if grounding is a requirement.
Obtain a length of #18 AWG (1.00 mm)
insulated stranded copper wire for use as
a chassis-grounding wire.
Terminate one end of the wire with a ring
terminal.
Locate the chassis-ground stud at the rear
of the CAP L enclosure.
Remove the Keps nut from the
chassis-ground stud.
Attach the ring end of the wire to the
chassis ground stud, as shown in the
graphic to the right.
Use the Keps nut removed in Step 4 to
secure the ground wire to the
chassis-ground stud.
Route the free end of the chassis
grounding wire to an approved (per local
code or practice) earth ground source.
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Connect the CAP L Cables
The type of cables used and how the CAP L connects into the system is dependent on the CAP L type. Follow
the cabling instructions that apply to the unit type that you are installing.
•
"Cable a CAP L with an Optical Fiber Interface” on page 37
•
"Cable a CAP L with a Copper Interface” on page 40.
Cable a CAP L with an Optical Fiber Interface
Figure 14 identifies the connectors on a CAP L with an Optical Fiber Interface; corresponding cables and
connectors are shown. For details on the ports, see "CAP L with an Optical Fiber Interface” on page 6.
Do not remove caps from any of the connectors until instructed to do so.
ANT
ANT
Vdc
Opcal Opcal Auxiliary
Power
Port 2 Port 1
port
connector
Figure 14. Connectors on a CAP L with an Optical Fiber Interface
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Contact your local CommScope sales representative to obtain the following components, as required, for
this installation.
•
Per the installation plan, obtain either Single Mode Fiber (SMF) or Multi Mode Fiber (MMF) that is of
sufficient length to reach from the CAP L to the ION-E CAN/TEN
•
Obtain at least one Optical OCTIS Kit (PN 7770612). All installations require one Optical OCTIS Kit. If
cascading a Secondary CAP L, a second Optical OCTIS Kit is required.
•
Obtain an SFP+ Module that is appropriate for this installation. Table 7 identifies the available SFP+
Modules and the maximum range for each.
Table 7. Supported SFP+ Modules
CommScope PN Description
Maximum Range
7660511
ION-E SFP+, 10GBase-SRR, Multi Mode OM3
300m
7680813
ION-E SFP+, 10GBase-LR, Single Mode
•
10km
Notes
OM4 One placed in the TEN and paired with another in the CAN
400m
One placed in the TEN and paired with another in the CAN
If connecting an external Ethernet device such as WiFi or IP camera, an Ethernet OCTIS Kit
(PN 7760652 RJ-45) and appropriate CAT cable for the protocol to which the CAP L will connect. (This
model supports a 1000 BASE-T and 802.3at Class 4 Power over Cat6A Ethernet connection. Follow
the rules in "Cat6A Cable Requirements for CAP Ls with a Copper Interface” on page 40, all Cat6A cable
requirements and cable-length rules between a Primary and Secondary CAP L also apply to
connecting an external Ethernet device.)
–
A single CAP L can support one auxiliary Ethernet device.
–
A cascaded CAP L pair can support one auxiliary device.
Connect the CAP L ANT 1 and/or ANT 2 connector to a passive RF antenna.
Obtain 50Ω coaxial cables that are of sufficient length to reach from the CAP L to the passive antenna.
The end of the 50Ω coaxial cable that will connect to the ANT connector can be either a push-pull
connector or a threaded connector.
Install the passive antennas per the manufacturer’s installation instructions. If connecting both ANT
connectors, you will connect the CAP L to either two separate external passive antennas or to two
ports on a cross-polarized dual antenna. Each connector supports two RF bands (see Table 8).
Table 8. Mapping Frequency Bands to Antennas
Frequency Band
Band Combination Antenna Port
AWS1700 / LTE2300
17E and 23
AWS1700 / LTE2300
17E and 23
GSM1800 / UMTS2100 / LTE2600
18 and 26
GSM1800 / UMTS2100 / LTE2600
21 and 26
AWS1700 / PCS1900
17E and 19
AWS1700 / PCS1900
17E and 19
Remove the IP67/EMI blank plug from the ANT 1/2 connector.
Connect the passive multi-band antenna to the ANT 1 or ANT 2 connector using coaxial cable with the
least amount of loss possible.
•
If the 50Ω coaxial cable has a push-pull connector, make sure the cable is seated firmly in the ANT
1 or ANT 2 connector.
•
If the 50Ω coaxial cable has a threaded connector, torque the connector 5 N-m (3.69 ft-lb). Do not
over-tighten the connector.
Connect the other end of the 50Ω coaxial cable to the passive antenna installed in Step b on page 38.
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If necessary, repeat Step 2 on page 38 to connect a 50Ω coaxial cable to the other ANT connector.
Connect the CAP L Optical Port 1 as appropriate for this installation. Note the maximum range listed in
Table 6 on page 19.
Remove the dust cap from the CAP L Optical Port 1 connector and the connectors on the SMF or MMF.
Follow the local cleaning technique to clean Optical Port 1.
Clean the connectors on the SMF or MMF following the fiber supplier’s recommendations.
Install the SFP+ connector and Optical OCTIS Kit on the end of the SMF or MMF that will connect to
the CAP L, and then connect that end of the fiber to the CAP L Optical Port 1 connector. (Refer to the
technical data sheet that ships with the OCTIS Kit for further information.)
Connect the other end of the SMF or MMF to an open port on the OPT Card.
If installing a CAP L with the CAP L Hybrid Fiber Splice Box Kit (PN 7774354-xx), the optical fiber will be
hanging from the Hybrid Fiber Splice Box.
If appropriate for this installation, connect the Optical Port 2 connector. Note the maximum range listed
in Table 6 on page 19.
Raise the lever on the EMI/IP67 cap on Optical Port 2 connector and remove the cap.
Remove the caps from the connectors on the SMF or MMF.
Follow the local cleaning technique to clean Optical Port 2.
Clean the connectors on the SMF or MMF following the fiber supplier’s recommendations.
Install the SFP+ and Optical OCTIS Kit on the end of the fiber that will connect to the CAP L, and
connect that end of the SMF or MMF to the CAP L Optical Port 2 connector. (Refer to the technical data
sheet that ships with the OCTIS Kit for further information.)
Connect other end of the SMF or MMF to Optical Port 1 on the cascaded CAP L.
(Optional) Port A (Auxiliary port) provides a connection for external Ethernet devices such as WiFi and
IP cameras. Cable Port A as appropriate for this installation.
Port A must be plugged if not in use.
Raise the lever on the EMI/IP67 cap on Port A and remove the cap.
Install the Ethernet OCTIS Kit on the end of the cable that will connect to the CAP L, and then connect
that end of the cable to CAP L Port A. (Refer to the technical data sheet that ships with the OCTIS Kit
for further information.)
This cable cannot exceed 3 meters (9.8 feet).
Connect the other end of the CAT cable to the Ethernet port of the auxiliary device.
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Connect the Vdc Power connector as appropriate for this installation.
•
For a CAP L with no local power supply and no hybrid fiber cable, connect a power cable (not supplied
by CommScope) to the proprietary 4-pin, 36 to 60 Vdc Power connector on the CAP L.
•
For a CAP L powered by the CAP L Hybrid Fiber Splice Box Kit (PN 7774354-xx) connect the:
•
–
power cable the proprietary 4-pin, 36 to 60 Vdc Power connector on the CAP L, and terminate the
other end to the CAP L Hybrid Fiber Splice Box
–
LC Fiber Jumper to the supplied OCTIS connector, and splice the other end of the fiber jumpers
inside the locally-mounted CAP L Hybrid Fiber Splice Box.
For a CAP L with the optional AC/DC Power Supply Kit (PN 7775087-xx), connect its Local Power
Jumper Cable Assembly to the proprietary 4-pin, 36 to 60 Vdc Power connector on the CAP L.
The CAP L is powered on as soon as you connect the CAP L to a power source; see "Powering a CAP L” on
page 48.
Cable a CAP L with a Copper Interface
All installations of a CAP L with a Copper Interface must follow the rules in "Cat6A Cable Requirements for
CAP Ls with a Copper Interface” on page 40. Follow the cabling instructions that apply to the unit type that
you are installing.
•
"Cable a CAP L with a Copper Interface and External DC Power” on page 43
•
"Cable a CAP L with a Copper Interface and Power over Cat6A Cable” on page 45.
Cat6A Cable Requirements for CAP Ls with a Copper Interface
The following cabling rules must be observed for all installations of a CAP L with a Copper Interface.
For information on how to test your Cat6A cables and connections, see "Cat6A Specifications and Testing
Requirements” on page 50.
•
Plenum rated cable must be used wherever it is required by local electrical codes.
•
Shielded twisted pair is not required unless operating in a high RFI/EMI environment.
•
An ION-E system requires a minimum Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) of 25 dB, and Alien Crosstalk (AXT)
must not degrade SNR on any cable by more than 0.5dB.
•
Cat6A cable wire size requirements are as follows:
– 23 AWG Cat6A cable (minimum EIA/TIA standards) must be used between RJ-45 connector points
– 24 AWG is the minimum wire size allowed for a Cat6A Patch Cord.
•
CommScope strongly recommends using factory terminated and tested Cat6A Patch Cord.
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There can never be more than two RJ-45 connections in a Cat6A cable run, as described below and as
shown in Figure 15. Minimizing these connections improves the link margin.
–
–
In a non-cascade, between the CAT Card and the AP, there can be

one Cat6A Patch Cord at the start of a Cat6A cable run

a second Cat6A Patch Cord at the end of a Cat6A cable run.
In a cascade, between the Primary AP and the Secondary AP, there can be

one Cat6A Patch Cord at the start of a Cat6A cable run

a second Cat6A Patch Cord at the end of a Cat6A cable run.
CAT Card
in CAN/TEN
CAT Card
CAT/TEN
in CAN/TEN
≥ 24 AWG
Cat6A
Patch Cord
23 AWG
Cat6A
Cable
RJ-45
connecon
≥ 24 AWG
Cat6A
Patch Cord
23 AWG
Cat6A
Cable
≥ 24 AWG
Cat6A
Patch Cord
RJ-45
connecon
RJ-45
connecon
≥ 24 AWG
Cat6A
Patch Cord
≥ 24 AWG
Cat6A
Patch Cord
RJ-45
connecon
Primary
CAP L
CAP L
23 AWG
Cat6A
Cable
RJ-45
connecon
≥ 24 AWG
Cat6A
Patch Cord
Secondary
CAP L
RJ-45
connecon
Figure 15. Maximum Number of RJ-45 Connections in Cable Runs
•
Unshielded Cat6A (Category 6A U/UTP) twisted pair cable that meets ANSI/TIA-568-C.2, CENELEC EN
50173 series, and ISO/IEC 11801:2002 including its amendments 1 and 2, is suitable for use in an ION-E
system. The CommScope GigaSPEED X10D® 2091B ETL Verified Category 6A U/UTP Cable (760107201,
2091B BL 4/23 W1000) meets these requirements and is recommended.
There are many parameters that impact the SNR of the 10GBase-T signal received by the CAT Card from
the AP, or received by the AP from the CAT Card. For example, excessive insertion loss degrades the signal
level, which results in a degraded SNR. An increase in the noise level will also result in degraded SNR. The
most common sources of noise are NEXT (near end crosstalk, interference from pairs within a cable that
couple from the TX to RX), and AXT (alien crosstalk, interference from adjacent cables). Additionally,
there can be interference from outside sources such as lighting, switching power supplies, radio
transmitters in the UHF and VHF bands, and similar sources of RFI/EMI. To guarantee acceptable SNR
level, all cable key parameters must be measured as discussed in the next section.
•
The maximum Cat6A cable length between a CAP L with a Copper Interface and a CAN/TEN is 100 meters
including all Cat6A cables, Cat6A Patch Cords, and Patch Panels (see Figure 16). No more than 5m of
Cat6A Patch Cords should be used to connect the CAT Card and a CAP L with a Copper Interface.
From the CAT/TEN to the CAP L, Cat6A cannot exceed 100 meters.
CAP L
CAT Card
in CAN/TEN
Note: References to Cat6A is inclusive of all Cat6A Cables, Cat6A Patch Cords, and Patch Panels
Figure 16. Maximum Cat6A Cable Lengths from CAT Card to CAP L
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•
For cascaded CAP Ls, the maximum Cat6A cable length between the AUX port on the Primary CAP L and
the MAIN port on the Secondary (cascaded) CAP L, including the length of the Cat6A Patch Cord, must be
less than 100 meters (see Figure 17).
The Secondary CAP L must get its power through the DC connector (either from a local supply or hybrid
fiber); power over the Cat6A cable to the cascaded unit is not supported. See "Cascade Rules” on page 17.
Cable Run A
from the CAT/TEN to the Primary CAP L
Cat6A cannot exceed 100 meters
Cable Run B
from the Primary CAP L to the Secondary CAP L
Cat6A cannot exceed 100 meters
CAP L
Primary
CAT Card
in CAN/TEN
CAP L
Secondary
Note: References to Cat6A is inclusive of all Cat6A Cables, Cat6A Patch Cords, and Patch Panels
Figure 17. Maximum Cat6A Cable Lengths between Cascaded CAP Ls
•
The maximum Cat6A cable length between the AUX port on the CAP L and an auxiliary Ethernet device is
10 meters, including all Cat6A cables, Cat6A Patch Cords, and Patch Panels, as shown in Figure 18. 24
AWG Cat6A cabling is sufficient for the entire cable run, from the CAN/TEN to the auxiliary Ethernet
device connection.
From the CAT/TEN to the CAP L,
Cat6A cannot exceed 100 meters
CAT Card
in CAN/TEN
From the CAP L to an auxiliary
Ethernet device, Cat6A
must be ≤ 10 meters
CAP L
Auxiliary
Ethernet
Device
Note: References to Cat6A is inclusive of all Cat6A Cables, Cat6A Patch Cords, and Patch Panels.
Figure 18. Maximum Cat6A Cable Length between a CAP L and an Ethernet Device
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Cable a CAP L with a Copper Interface and External DC Power
Figure 19 identifies the connectors on a CAP L with a Copper Interface that is powered by an external power
source; corresponding cables and connectors are shown. For details on the ports, see "CAP L with a Copper
Interface and External DC Power” on page 7.
ANT
Port
ANT
Vdc
Power
connector
Cat6A
Port
Auxiliary
port
Figure 19. Connectors on a CAP L with a Copper Interface with External DC Power
Do the following to install a CAP L with a Copper Interface that is powered by an external power source.
Obtain the following components, as required for this installation.
•
50Ω coaxial cable that is of sufficient length to reach from the CAP L to the passive antenna. The end
of the 50Ω coaxial cable that will connect to the ANT connector can be either a push-pull connector or
a threaded connector.
•
Following the rules in "Cat6A Cable Requirements for CAP Ls with a Copper Interface” on page 40,
obtain Cat6A cable that is of sufficient length to reach from the CAP L to the ION-E CAN/TEN.
•
All installations require one Ethernet OCTIS Kit (PN 7760652 RJ-45). Additional Ethernet OCTIS Kits
are required (one each) for cascading a Secondary CAP L and/or connecting an external Ethernet
device such as WiFi or an IP camera.
•
If connecting to an external Ethernet device such as WiFi or an IP camera, obtain the appropriate CAT
cable for the protocol to which the CAP L will connect. This model supports a 1000 BASE-T and
802.3at Class 4 Power over Cat6A Ethernet connection.
–
A single CAP L can support one auxiliary Ethernet device.
–
A cascaded CAP L pair can support one auxiliary device.
–
Follow the rules in "Cat6A Cable Requirements for CAP Ls with a Copper Interface” on page 40, all
Cat6A cable requirements and cable-length rules between a Primary and Secondary CAP L also
apply to connecting an external Ethernet device.
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Connect the CAP L ANT 1 and/or ANT 2 connector to a passive RF antenna.
Install the passive antennas per the manufacturer’s installation instructions. If connecting both ANT
connectors, you will connect the CAP L to either two separate external passive antennas or to two
ports on a cross-polarized dual antenna. Each connector supports two RF bands (see Table 1 on
page 1).
Remove the plastic-protective cap from the 4.3-10 connectors.
Remove the IP67/EMI blank plug from ANT 1/2 connector.
Connect the passive multi-band antenna to the ANT 1 or ANT 2 connector using coaxial cable with the
least amount of loss possible.
•
If the 50Ω coaxial cable has a push-pull connector, make sure the cable is seated firmly in the ANT
1 or ANT 2 connector.
•
If the 50Ω coaxial cable has a threaded connector, torque the connector 5 N-m (3.69 ft-lb). Do not
over-tighten the connector.
Connect the other end of the 50Ω coaxial cable to the passive antenna installed in Step a.
If necessary, repeat Step 2 to connect a 50Ω coaxial cable to the other ANT connector.
Connect the CAP L Port 1 connector as appropriate for this installation.
Remove the dust cap from the Port 1 connector.
Install the Ethernet OCTIS Kit on the end of the cable that will connect to the CAP L. (Refer to the
technical data sheet that ships with the OCTIS Kit for further information.)
Connect one end of the Cat6A cable to the Port 1 connector and the other end to an available port on
a CAT Card in the CAN/TEN.
Port 2 is plugged as it is not used in this configuration.
(Optional) Port A (Auxiliary port) provides a cascade connection to an optional locally powered cascaded
CAP L, or provides a connection to external Ethernet devices such as WiFi and IP cameras. Cable Port A as
appropriate for this installation.
Port A must be plugged if not in use.
Raise the lever on the EMI/IP67 cap on Port A and remove the cap.
Install the Ethernet OCTIS Kit on the end of the cable that will connect to the CAP L, and then connect
that end of the cable to CAP L Port A. (Refer to the technical data sheet that ships with the OCTIS Kit
for further information.)
Connect the other end of the CAT cable to the Ethernet port of the auxiliary device.
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Connect the Vdc Power connector as appropriate for this installation.
•
For a CAP L with no local power supply and no hybrid fiber cable, connect a power cable (not supplied
by CommScope) to the proprietary 4-pin, 36 to 60 Vdc Power connector on the CAP L.
•
For a CAP L powered by the CAP L Hybrid Fiber Splice Box Kit (PN 7774354-xx), connect the:
•
–
power cable to the proprietary 4-pin, 36 to 60 Vdc Power connector on the CAP L, and terminate
the other end in the Hybrid Fiber Splice Box
–
LC Fiber Jumper to the supplied OCTIS connector, and splice the other end of the fiber jumpers
inside the locally-mounted CAP L Hybrid Fiber Splice Box.
For a CAP L with the optional AC/DC Power Supply Kit (PN 7775087-xx), connect its Local Power
Jumper Cable Assembly to the proprietary 4-pin, 36 to 60 Vdc Power connector on the CAP L.
The CAP L is powered on as soon as you connect the Local Power Jumper Cable Assembly to a power
source; see "Powering a CAP L” on page 48.
Cable a CAP L with a Copper Interface and Power over Cat6A Cable
Figure 20 identifies the connectors on a CAP L with Copper Interface; corresponding cables and connectors
are shown. For details on the ports, see "CAP L with a Copper Interface and Power Cat6A Cable” on page 8.
ANT
Port
ANT
Vdc
Power
connector
Cat6A
Port 1
Auxiliary
port
Figure 20. Connectors on a CAP L with a Copper Interface
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Installing CAP Ls
Do the following to install a CAP L with a Copper Interface that is powered over a Cat6A cable.
Obtain the following components, as required for this installation.
•
50Ω coaxial cable that is of sufficient length to reach from the CAP L to the passive antenna. The end
of the 50Ω coaxial cable that will connect to the ANT connector can be either a push-pull connector or
a threaded connector.
•
Following the rules in "Cat6A Cable Requirements for CAP Ls with a Copper Interface” on page 40,
obtain Cat6A cable that is of sufficient length to reach from the CAP L to the ION-E CAN/TEN.
•
All installations require one Ethernet OCTIS Kit (PN 7760652 RJ-45). Additional Ethernet OCTIS Kits
are required (one each) for cascading a Secondary CAP L and/or connecting an external Ethernet
device such as WiFi or an IP camera.
•
If connecting to an external Ethernet device such as WiFi or an IP camera, obtain the appropriate CAT
cable for the protocol to which the CAP L will connect. This model supports a 1000 BASE-T and
802.3at Class 4 Power over Cat6A Ethernet connection.
A single CAP L can support one auxiliary Ethernet device.
–
A cascaded CAP L pair can support one auxiliary device.
–
Follow the rules in "Cat6A Cable Requirements for CAP Ls with a Copper Interface” on page 40, all
Cat6A cable requirements and cable-length rules between a Primary and Secondary CAP L also
apply to connecting an external Ethernet device.
Connect the CAP L ANT 1 and/or ANT 2 connector to a passive RF antenna.
Install the passive antennas per the manufacturer’s installation instructions. If connecting both ANT
connectors, you will connect the CAP L to either two separate external passive antennas or to two
ports on a cross-polarized dual antenna. Each connector supports two RF bands (see Table 1 on
page 1).
Remove the plastic-protective cap from the 4.3-10 connectors.
Remove the IP67/EMI blank plug from ANT 1/2.
Connect the passive multi-band antenna to the ANT 1 or ANT 2 connector using coaxial cable with the
least amount of loss possible.
–
•
If the 50Ω coaxial cable has a push-pull connector, make sure the cable is seated firmly in the ANT
1 or ANT 2 connector.
•
If the 50Ω coaxial cable has a threaded connector, torque the connector 5 N-m (3.69 ft-lb). Do not
over-tighten the connector.
Connect the other end of the 50Ω coaxial cable to the passive antenna installed in Step a on page 46.
If necessary, repeat Step 2 on page 46 to connect a 50Ω coaxial cable to the other ANT connector.
The Power connector and the Port 2 connector are plugged as they are not used in this configuration.
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Installing CAP Ls
Connect the CAP L Port 1 connector as appropriate for this installation.
Following the rules in "Cat6A Cable Requirements for CAP Ls with a Copper Interface” on page 40,
obtain Cat6A cable that is of sufficient length to reach from the CAP L to the ION-E CAN/TEN.
Remove the dust cap from the Port 1 connector.
Follow the local cleaning technique to clean Port 1.
Install an Ethernet OCTIS Kit to an end of the Cat6A cable, and then connect that end of the cable to
CAP L Port 1 connector. (Refer to the technical data sheet that ships with the OCTIS Kit for further
information.)
Connect the other end the Cat6A cable to an available port on a CAT Card in the CAN/TEN.
Port 2 is plugged as it is not used in this configuration.
(Optional) Port A (Auxiliary port) provides a cascade connection to an optional locally powered
Secondary CAP L, or provides a connection to external Ethernet devices such as WiFi and IP cameras.
Cable Port A as appropriate for this installation.
Port A must be plugged if not in use.
Raise the lever on the EMI/IP67 cap on Port A and remove the cap.
Install an Ethernet OCTIS Kit ton the end of the cable that will connect to the CAP L, and then connect
that end of the cable to CAP L Port A. (Refer to the technical data sheet that ships with the OCTIS Kit
for further information.)
Connect the other end of the cable to the Ethernet port of the auxiliary device.
Connect the Vdc Power connector as appropriate for this installation.
•
For a CAP L with no local power supply and no hybrid fiber cable, connect a power cable (not supplied
by CommScope) to the proprietary 4-pin, 36 to 60 Vdc Power connector on the CAP L.
•
For a CAP L powered by the CAP L Hybrid Fiber Splice Box (PN 7774354-xx), connect the power cable
the proprietary 4-pin, 36 to 60 Vdc Power connector on the CAP L, and terminate the other end in the
Hybrid Fiber Splice Box. Connect the LC Fiber Jumper to supplied OCTIS connector, and splice the
other end of the fiber jumpers inside the locally-mounted Hybrid Fiber Splice Box.
•
For a CAP L with the optional AC/DC Power Supply Kit (PN 7775087-xx), connect its Local Power
Jumper Cable Assembly to the proprietary 4-pin, 36 to 60 Vdc Power connector on the CAP L.
The CAP L is powered on as soon as you connect the Local Power Jumper Cable Assembly to a power
source; see "Powering a CAP L” on page 48.
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Installing CAP Ls
Powering a CAP L
The CAP L is powered on as soon as power is connected to it. Under normal operating conditions, the Power
LED turns on briefly when the unit is first detected. It will then go out briefly, followed by an initialization
period during which the Power LED flashes slowly while the CAP L is configured. The Power LED remains a
steady blue (not flashing) once the unit reaches a fully operational state, which typically occurs within 45
seconds.
Power LED Behavior
•
Power LED behavior for a CAP L with a Fiber Interface
– Off—CAP L is not powered on.
– Steady blue—CAP L is powered on and operational.
– Slow flashing blue—CAP L is powered on and initializing.
– Rapid flashing blue—CAP L Unit Identifier active via the Flash LED function in the ION-E GUI.
•
Power LED behavior for a CAP L with a Copper Interface
– Off—CAP L is not powered on.
– Steady blue—CAP L is powered on and operational.
– Slow flashing blue—CAP L is powered on and initializing.
– Rapid flashing blue—CAP L Unit Identifier active via the Flash LED function in the ION-E GUI.
– Slow pulse blue (ION-E Software V2.3 or later only)—if the Power LED cycles through a slow increase
in brightness for 1 second followed by a slow decrease in brightness for 1 second, the CAP L is
powered on but is currently unable to establish a 10 Gbps data link to the WCS Subrack. There are two
possible causes:


There is an installation problem, such as a defective cable or connector, a cable that is too long, or
a cable crosstalk problem. Any of these problems can lead to inadequate SNR at the remote unit
and an inability to link. (This is the most likely cause if this is a newly-installed unit.)
This condition can also be triggered when a crystal oscillator has aged over the course of several
years. In this case, the failure to link at startup will initiate a self-calibration process which can
take several minutes. Once this self-calibration is complete, the unit will resume normal
operation. (This is the most likely cause for units that have worked correctly in the past.)
Using the Power-Down Button
•
If you press the CAP L Power-Down button, the CAP L will go into sleep mode. This allows you to safely
disconnect any cables connected to the CAP L.
•
If you press the Power-Down button, the only way to bring the CAP L back to a fully operational state, is
to do one of the following:
– Disconnect the data cable from Port 1, and then reconnect it.
– For an externally-powered CAP L, remove the power cable for 10 seconds, and then reconnect it.
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CAP L Maintenance
CAP L M AINTENANCE
The following sections tell you how to remove a CAP L from mounting brackets, and provides preventative
maintenance instructions.
Remove a CAP L from a Wall or Ceiling Mount
Should you need to remove the CAP L from a wall or ceiling mount, do the following.
For CAP Ls with a Copper Interface only; if removing a CAP L with a Fiber Interface, skip to Step 2.
Press the CAP L Power pushbutton to place the CAP L into a low-power sleep state, which allows you
to safely unplug the CAP L without a power arc.
If you are removing a CAP L with a Copper Interface, you must always press the Power button to power
off the CAP L prior to disconnecting its Power cable.
Make sure the blue Power LED is off.
Unplug the CAP L cables.
If a ground wire is installed, loosen the grounding screw and remove the ground wire.
Reverse the installation steps that correspond to how this CAP L is mounted.
Preventative CAP L Maintenance for CAP Ls with the Fan Kit Option
The CAP L does not require extensive preventative maintenance measures. However, checking the
cleanliness of a CAP L that has the Fan Kit option at regularly-scheduled intervals is recommended,
particularly the enclosure vents, which helps maintain the longevity of the fans and heat sinks. Figure 21
shows two different CAP L configurations to help you find the enclosure vents.
Boom of CAP L with
Flat Mounng Bracket
Enclosure
vents
Boom of CAP L with
240W AC/DC Power Supply Kit
Enclosure
vents
Figure 21. Examples of CAP L Fan Vent Locations
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Cat6A Specifications and Testing Requirements
C AT 6A S PECIFICATIONS AND T ESTING R EQUIREMENTS
Cat6A connections must be tested with a device that can measure the cable parameters against the thresholds
defined in ANSI/TIA standards (such as the Fluke DTX-1800 and DSX-5000). Figure 22 shows the end-to-end
channel from the CAN/TEN to the CAP L, which is inclusive of the Cat6A cable, the Cat6A Patch Cord, and the
Panel and connection box. The end-to-end channel must meet the Cat6A U/UTP performance defined by the
TIA/EIA 568 C.2 standard; see Table 9 on page 50.
Cat6A Cable
Connecon
Box
CAT/TEN
Cat6A
Patch
Cord
CAP L
Cat6A
Patch
Cord
Modular
Panel
Figure 22. ION-E End-to-End Channel
Some cables list their performance in “typical” performance values. However, sweep-testing is necessary
to confirm actual performance. CommScope strongly recommends using Cat6A cable that has been tested
to the listed frequency with test confirmation available for inspection.
Table 9. Cat6A U/UTP Performance Standards (TIA/EIA 568 C.2)
MHz
Insertion Loss (dB)
NEXT (dB)
PSum NEXT (dB)
ACRF (dB)
PSum ACRF (dB)
Return Loss
Channel/Link
Channel/Link
Channel/Link
Channel/Link
Channel/Link
(dB) Channel/Link
2.3/1.9
65.0/65.0
62.0/62.0
63.3/64.2
60.3/61.2
19.0/19.1
4.2/3.5
63.0/64.1
60.5/61.8
51.2/52.1
48.2/49.1
19.0/21.0
5.8/5.0
58.2/59.4
55.6/57.0
45.2/46.1
42.2/43.1
19.0/21.0
10
6.5/5.5
56.6/57.8
54.0/55.5
43.3/44.2
40.3/41.2
19.0/21.0
16
8.2/7.0
53.2/54.6
50.6/52.2
39.2/40.1
36.2/37.1
18.0/20.0
20
9.2/7.8
51.6/53.1
49.0/50.7
37.2/38.2
34.2/35.2
17.5/19.5
25
10.2/8.8
50.0/51.5
47.3/49.1
35.3/36.2
32.3/33.2
17.0/19.0
31.25
11.5/9.8
48.4/50.0
45.7/47.5
33.4/34.3
30.4/31.3
16.5/18.5
62.5
16.4/14.1
43.4/45.1
40.6/42.7
27.3/28.3
24.3/25.3
14.0/16.0
100
20.9/18.0
39.9/41.8
37.1/39.3
23.3/24.2
20.3/21.2
12.0/14.0
200
30.1/26.1
34.8/36.9
31.9/34.3
17.2/18.2
14.2/15.2
9.0/11.0
250
33.9/29.5
33.1/35.3
30.2/32.7
15.3/16.2
12.3/13.2
8.0/10.0
300
37.4/32.7
31.7/34.0
28.8/31.4
13.7/14.6
10.7/11.6
7.2/9.2
400
43.7/38.5
28.7/29.9
25.8/27.1
11.2/12.1
8.2/9.1
6.0/8.0
500
49.3/43.8
26.1/26.7
23.2/23.8
9.3/10.2
6.3/7.2
6.0/8.0
Propagation Delay is 555 nanoseconds for channel/498 nanoseconds for link tested at 10 MHz.
Delay Skew is 50 nanoseconds for channel/44 nanoseconds for link tested at 10 MHz.
For additional information, see also CommScope Product Specifications for the GigaSPEED X10D® 2091B
ETL Verified Category 6A U/UTP Cable (760107201 | 2091B BL 4/23 W1000). (Click here access the
document online.)
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C ONTACTING C OMM S COPE
The following sections tell you how to contact CommScope for additional information or for assistance.
DCCS Global Technical Support
The following sections tell you how to contact the CommScope Distributed Coverage and Capacity Solutions
(DCCS) Technical Support team. Support is available 7 days a week, 24 hours a day.
Telephone Helplines
Use the following Helpline telephone numbers to get live support, 24 hours a day:
+1 888-297-6433 (Toll free for U.S. and Canada)
24x7
EMEA 8:00-17:00 (UTC +1) + 800 73732837 (Toll free for parts of EMEA and Australia)
+ 49 909969333 (Toll charge incurred)
Calls to an EMEA Helpline outside of the 8:00 to 17:00 time frame will be
forwarded to the 24x7 Helpline.
Online Support
To go to the CommScope DCCS Support Request web site from which you can initiate a Technical Support
ticket, do one of the following:
•
Scan the QR Code to the right.
•
If viewing this document online as a PDF, click on the following URL link:
http://www.commscope.com/wisupport
•
Enter the preceding URL into your web browser, and then press ENTER on your keyboard.
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Recycling
Country specific information about collection and recycling arrangements per the Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive and implementing regulations is available on CommScope’s website.
To access information on the CommScope recycling program, do any of the following:
•
Scan the QR Code to the right.
•
If viewing this document online as a PDF, click on the following URL link:
http://www.commscope.com/About-Us/Corporate-Responsibility-and-Sustainability/Environment/Rec
ycling/
•
Enter the preceding URL into your web browser, and then press ENTER on your keyboard.
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Hardware to Software Mapping Information
Scan the QR Code to the right to view or download the minimum software requirements for
each of the DCCS hardware modules. Alternatively, you can go to the following web address to
access the portal:
http://www.commscope.com/collateral/DCCS_HW_SW_Mapping/
Click on a document link to open it, or right click on the link and select the Save target as… option from the
contextual menu.
DCCS Technical Training
To access training on the online CommScope DAS and Small Cell Institute, do one of the following:
•
Scan the QR Code to the right.
•
If viewing this document online as a PDF, click on the following URL link.
http://www.commscopetraining.com/courses/dassc/
•
Enter the preceding URL into your web browser, and then press ENTER on your keyboard.
Review the courses listed in separate course panels; for further information on a course, click its Full
details button. Instructor-led courses are conducted in North America and Europe. Before choosing a
course, please verify the region.
To view the course schedule and register, click Course Registration at the top of the course page; this
opens the Partner Learning Center Login page.
•
If you have an account, enter your Username and Password, and then click Login. (Click on the Reset
Password link if you do not have your login information.)
•
If you don't have an account, click on the Create New User Account link under the Login button, and
follow the prompts.
Once you have logged in, you will see a list of available class dates.
Click the date you prefer and select the Enroll or Register Now button to enroll. Follow the prompts
through the payment process.
Click either the Available Training or Calendar tab to view other training courses.
For training related questions, please contact the CommScope DAS and Small Cell Institute at one of the
following emails, as appropriate for your location:
Americas: DASTrainingUS@CommScope.com
EMEA:
DASTrainingEMEA@CommScope.com
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Accessing ION-E Series User Documentation
Scan the QR Code to the right to go directly to the CommScope DCCS Customer Portal, where
you can access the DCCS user documentation.
Alternatively, you can go to the following web address to access the portal:
https://www.mycommscope.com
Access to the Customer Portal requires a user account and password. On the Sign In page, do one of the
following:
•
If you have an account, enter your Email address and Password, and then click Sign In.
•
If you don’t have an account, click New user registration, and follow the prompts.
Click DCCS to open the site.
Select your site, and then click on a product link to open the product page.
Click on the title of any document to open it.
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