Triton Network Systems 28SNP-03-02 28 GHz SONET Wireless Transceiver User Manual SONET Installation
Triton Network Systems, Inc. 28 GHz SONET Wireless Transceiver SONET Installation
Installation manual
Invisible FiberTM Unit
Installation Guide
for 28 GHz SONET OC-3 Applications
Part No. 5228002-0001
Release No. 1.0, February 2000
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Notice of Disclaimer
The information and specifications provided in this document are subject to change without notice.
The Warranty(s) that accompany Triton Network Systems, Inc., products are set forth in the sales
agreement/contract between Triton Network Systems, Inc., and its customer. Please consult the sales
agreement for the terms and conditions of the Warranty(s) provided by Triton Network Systems, Inc.
To obtain a copy of the Warranty(s), contact Triton Network Systems, Inc., the Marketing Group at
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The information provided in this Triton Network Systems, Inc., document is provided “as is” without
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Trademark Information
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All other brand or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies or
organizations.
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Contents
List of Figures ................................................................................... vii
List of Tables ..................................................................................... ix
About This Book ............................................................................... xi
Purpose of This Book ....................................................................................xi
Intended Audience ......................................................................................... xi
Format of This Book .....................................................................................xii
Conventions Used in This Book ...................................................................xii
Contacting Triton Network Systems, Inc. ...................................................xiii
Warnings and Safety Guidelines .....................................................xv
Conventions .................................................................................................. xv
Risk of Personal Injury from Electrical Shock ............................................xvi
Risk of Personal Injury from Fiber Optics ...................................................xvi
Risk of Personal Injury from Radio Frequency Energy Exposure ..............xvi
Other Risks of Personal Injury ....................................................................xvii
Risk of Service Interruption .......................................................................xviii
Other Precautions .........................................................................................xix
Avertissements et consignes de sécurité ........................................ xxi
Conventions .................................................................................................xxi
Risque de lésions corporelles provoquées par la décharge électrique ........xxii
Risque de lésions corporelles provoquées par les câbles à fibres optiques..xxii
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Risque de lésions corporelles provoquées par l’exposition de l’énergie
radiofréquences ..........................................................................................xxiii
Autres risques des lésions corporelles .......................................................xxiii
Risque d’interruption de service ................................................................xxiv
Autres mises en garde .................................................................................xxv
Chapter 1 — Installation Overview .............................................. 1-1
Installation Overview ...................................................................................1-1
Site Engineering Folder .........................................................................1-1
IFU Link Manager .......................................................................................1-2
Power Source ...............................................................................................1-2
Cabling .........................................................................................................1-2
Power Cable ..........................................................................................1-2
Fiber Optic Cable ..................................................................................1-2
System Grounding and Surge Protection .....................................................1-3
Earth Ground .........................................................................................1-3
Surge Protection ....................................................................................1-3
Chapter 2 — Staging Procedure .................................................... 2-1
Configuring IFUs .........................................................................................2-1
Chapter 3 — Installation Procedures ........................................... 3-1
Setup ............................................................................................................3-2
Before Starting ......................................................................................3-2
Preparing for Installation .......................................................................3-2
Installing IFU Components ..........................................................................3-3
Determining IFU Mounting Requirements ...........................................3-4
Wall-Mount Criteria .......................................................................3-5
Pole-Mount Criteria ........................................................................3-5
RF Energy Exposure Safety Limits and Applicable Rules .............3-6
Mounting the IFU Bracket ...........................................................................3-7
Installing Power Cables .........................................................................3-9
IFU Power Cable Test .........................................................................3-11
Installing the Fiber Optic Cable ..........................................................3-13
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Fiber Optic Continuity Test .................................................................3-18
Installing an IFU ........................................................................................3-22
Attaching IFU Cables ..........................................................................3-25
Chapter 4 — Alignment Procedures ............................................. 4-1
Setup ............................................................................................................4-2
Before Starting ......................................................................................4-2
Preparing for Installation .......................................................................4-2
Coarse Aligning the IFU ..............................................................................4-3
Fine Aligning the IFU ..................................................................................4-7
Chapter 5 — Removing an IFU ..................................................... 5-1
Servicing an IFU ..........................................................................................5-2
Removing an IFU .........................................................................................5-2
Removing Cables ..................................................................................5-2
Removing an IFU from a Mounting Bracket ........................................5-4
Packing an IFU for Shipment ......................................................................5-5
Appendix A — IFU Test Results .................................................. A-1
Power Source Test ......................................................................................A-2
SONET OC-3 Fiber Optic Test ..................................................................A-2
Far-End Test ...............................................................................................A-2
Near-End Test .............................................................................................A-3
Invisible Fiber™ Product Glossary ................................... glossary-1
Index ..........................................................................................index-1
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28 GHz SONET OC-3 IFU Installation - R1.0 vii
List of Figures
Figure 1-1. SONET OC-3 Fiber Optic Cable Configuration .................1-4
Figure 2-1. IFU Lifting Guideline ..........................................................2-3
Figure 2-2. IFU Power Cable Hookup ...................................................2-4
Figure 2-3. Power Test Setup .................................................................2-4
Figure 2-4. IFU Configuration Setup .....................................................2-6
Figure 3-1. Example of IFU Bracket Attached to Wall ..........................3-7
Figure 3-2. Example of IFU Bracket Attached to Pole ..........................3-8
Figure 3-3. Typical Power Cable Wiring .............................................3-10
Figure 3-4. Typical IFU Power Termination Wiring Schematic ..........3-11
Figure 3-5. Power Test Setup ...............................................................3-12
Figure 3-6. Demarcation Patch Panel ...................................................3-15
Figure 3-7. Typical SONET OC-3 Demarcation Jumper Locations ....3-17
Figure 3-8. Typical SONET OC-3 Site Schematic ...............................3-18
Figure 3-9. SONET OC-3 Fiber Optic Continuity Test Setup .............3-21
Figure 3-10. Mounting the IFU ..............................................................3-24
Figure 3-11. IFU Cable Connections .....................................................3-25
Figure 4-1. Coarse Alignment ................................................................4-3
Figure 4-2. Alignment Test Setup ..........................................................4-4
Figure 5-1. IFU Cable Connections .......................................................5-3
Figure 5-2. IFU Removal .......................................................................5-5
Figure 5-3. IFU Packaging Materials .....................................................5-6
Figure 5-4. IFU Preparation ...................................................................5-6
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Figure 5-5. Positioning the IFU ..............................................................5-7
Figure 5-6. Inserting the Radome Protector Sleeve ................................5-7
Figure 5-7. Placing the Protective Cover ...............................................5-8
Figure 5-8. Securing the Delivery Box ..................................................5-8
28 GHz SONET OC-3 IFU Installation - R1.0 ix
List of Tables
Table 2-1. Typical IFU Configuration Parts List ..................................2-1
Table 3-1. Site Installation Tools ..........................................................3-2
Table 3-2. Site Installation Parts (for two IFUs) ...................................3-2
Table 3-3. Typical Power Cable Wiring .............................................3-10
Table 3-4. Typical SONET OC-3 Demarcation Panel
Input Connections ..............................................................3-16
Table 3-5. Typical SONET OC-3 Demarcation Panel Jumper
Connections .......................................................................3-17
Table 3-6. SONET OC-3 Fiber Test Connections ..............................3-21
Table 4-1. Site Aligning Tools ..............................................................4-2
Table A-1. Power Supply Test Results .................................................A-2
Table A-2. SONET OC-3 Fiber Optic Test Results ..............................A-2
Table A-3. Far-End Test Results #1 ......................................................A-2
Table A-4. Far-End Test Results #2 ......................................................A-3
Table A-5. Near-End Test Results #1 ...................................................A-3
Table A-6. Near-End Test Results #2 ...................................................A-3
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28 GHz SONET OC-3 IFU Installation - R1.0 xi
About This Book
The Triton Network Systems, Inc., 28 GHz Invisible Fiber™ unit (IFU)
delivers high bandwidth, high-speed traffic through a wireless transport.
IFUs are configured at the factory to work with Fast Ethernet or SONET
applications. This book describes the SONET OC-3 application for the IFU.
Purpose of This Book
This book describes how to:
Configure IFUs
Perform preparatory (prior to installation) operations on an IFU, such
as downloading attributes.
Install IFUs
Install the brackets, mount the IFU, and run and connect cables.
Align IFUs
Perform course and fine alignment on the IFUs.
Remove IFUs
Servicing and removing an IFU.
The procedures include required verification tests and appropriate warning
messages.
Intended Audience
This book is written specifically for installation and aligning technicians and
network engineers. The book assumes that the reader has a basic
understanding of installing hardware.
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Format of This Book
This book contains:
Conventions Used in This Book
This book uses the following conventions:
Italic - to indicate:
A book title
A heading or chapter title reference (for example, See
Conventions Used in This Book)
Word emphasis (for example, Do not turn on the power....)
A Note: label to identify an informational note. For example:
NOTE: Refer to the previous chapter for more information.
For warning and safety precaution conventions, see Conventions on page xv
(English version) or Conventions on page xxi (French version).
Book Unit Description
Warnings and Safety
Guidelines on page xv
Provides a list of all warning, danger, and
caution messages related to working with IFUs.
Chapter 1, Installation
Overview
Describes a typical IFU installation, the types of
cables used, and power requirements.
Chapter 2, Staging Procedure Provides the procedures to perform before
installing the IFU.
Chapter 3, Installation
Procedures
Provides the component installation procedures.
Chapter 4, Alignment
Procedures
Provides alignment and test procedures to ensure
proper operation.
Chapter 5, Removing an IFU Provides the procedure to remove and replace an
IFU.
Appendix A, IFU Test Results Provides test forms.
Invisible Fiber™ Product
Glossary
Provides descriptions of product terminology.
Index Provides an alphabetical list with the page
location of information included in this book.
28 GHz SONET OC-3 IFU Installation - R1.0 xiii
Contacting Triton Network Systems, Inc.
Direct any questions to your project liaison or:
Triton Network Systems, Inc.
Technical Assistance Center (TAC)
8529 SouthPark Circle
Orlando, FL 32819
Telephone - Domestic, Toll-free: 1-877-6TRITON (1-877-687-4866)
Telephone - International: +1-407-903-2070
E-Mail: support@triton-network.com
FAX: +1-407-903-0995
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Warnings and Safety Guidelines xv
Warnings and Safety
Guidelines
Conventions
The following list identifies the warning and caution graphic symbols used in
this guide:
Risk of Personal Injury from Electrical Shock
This symbol indicates a risk of personal injury due to an
electrical shock.
Risk of Personal Injury from Fiber Optics
This symbol indicates a risk of personal injury from fiber optic
cable laser radiation.
Risk of Personal Injury from Radio Frequency Energy
Exposure
This symbol indicates a risk of personal injury due to radio
frequency energy exposure.
Other Risks of Personal Injury
This symbol indicates a risk of personal injury from a source
other than electrical shock, laser radiation, or radio frequency
energy exposure.
Risk of Service Interruption
This symbol indicates a risk of service interruption or equipment
damage.
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Risk of Personal Injury from Electrical Shock
DANGER – HIGH CURRENT HAZARD: Do not turn on
power before reading the Triton Network Systems’ product
documentation. This device has a – 48 Vdc (5.0 amps operating
peak per feed) direct current input.
DANGER – HIGH CURRENT HAZARD: Ensure that the
– 48 Vdc power source is set to the OFF position before
beginning the installation procedures for the Invisible Fiber™
unit.
DANGER – HIGH VOLTAGE HAZARD: Do not work on
the system or connect or disconnect cables during periods of
lightning activity, rainy weather, or both.
WARNING: Instructions for installing cables are intended for
licensed contractors or building maintenance personnel.
Risk of Personal Injury from Fiber Optics
DANGER: Invisible laser radiation. Avoid direct eye exposure
to the end of a fiber, fiber cord, or fiber pigtail. The infrared
light used in fiber optics systems is invisible, but can cause
serious injury to the eye.
WARNING: Never touch exposed fiber with any part of your
body. Fiber fragments can enter the skin and are difficult to
detect and remove.
Risk of Personal Injury from Radio Frequency
Energy Exposure
WARNING: Beware! Radio transmitter is ON when the red
light indicator on the back side of the Invisible Fiber™ unit is
illuminated. Observe all radio frequency energy exposure and
service interruption cautions.
Warnings and Safety Guidelines xvii
WARNING – RADIO FREQUENCY ENERGY: To comply
with FCC and Health Canada RF exposure requirements, a
minimum separation distance of 40 feet in front of the Invisible
FiberTM unit is required between this antenna and all persons
while the transmitter is ON. The radio transmitter is ON when
the red light indicator on the back side of the radio enclosure is
illuminated. Observe RF energy exposure safety limits,
applicable rules, and service interruption cautions in the product
manuals. Serious bodily injury may result.
Other Risks of Personal Injury
NOTE: The following warnings and cautions are for risk of injury
from sources other than electrical shock, fiber optics, or radio
frequency energy exposure.
WARNING: This Invisible Fiber™ unit is designed to permit
the connection of the earthed conductor from the DC source
circuit to the earthing conductor at the Invisible Fiber™ unit. Do
not switch or disconnect devices in the earthed circuit conductor
between the DC source and point of connection of the earthing
electrode conductor.
WARNING: Failure to follow operating instructions could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Instructions for installing cables are intended for
licensed contractors or building maintenance personnel.
CAUTION – LIFTING HAZARD: Two people are required
to lift the Invisible Fiber™ unit. Grasp the Invisible Fiber™ unit
underneath the lower edge and lift with both hands. To prevent
injury, keep your back straight and lift with your legs, not your
back. To prevent damage to the Invisible Fiber™ unit and
components, never attempt to lift the radio by the attached
cables.
CAUTION: Keep tools and parts away from walkways. When
carrying large, heavy equipment (such as the Invisible Fiber™
unit), obstacles (such as hand tools, cables or components) may
not be easily visible and can cause accidents.
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Risk of Service Interruption
CAUTION: Handle the Invisible Fiber™ unit with care to
avoid equipment damage.
CAUTION: Ensure the outside optical fiber connectors are
environmentally protected. Failure to do so may cause
contamination of the fiber surfaces.
CAUTION: The Invisible Fiber™ unit contains no owner or
user serviceable parts. Opening the radio unit or tampering with
any of its seals voids all warranties.
CAUTION: Prior to installing an Invisible Fiber™ unit, the
installation site must be surveyed to assess its appropriateness or
adequacy, system requirements, path analysis, signal path, and
power requirements.
CAUTION: Instructions for installing cables are intended for
licensed contractors or building maintenance personnel.
CAUTION: DO NOT lift the Invisible Fiber™ unit by the
radome (front) cover to avoid damaging the antenna.
CAUTION: Ensure the mounting bracket and Invisible Fiber™
unit are installed properly according to the instructions in the
Triton Network Systems’ product documentation.
CAUTION: Ensure that the – 48 Vdc power source is set to the
OFF position before attaching power cables to the Invisible
Fiber™ unit.
CAUTION: Do not block the front of the Invisible Fiber™ unit
to avoid possible radio service interruption.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fiber optic cable damage, use
the following bend radius guidelines for indoor/outdoor fiber
optic cable:
Long-term (installed): bend radius is equal to 10 times the
diameter of the cable.
Short-term (during installation): bend radius is equal to 20
times the diameter of the cable.
Warnings and Safety Guidelines xix
Other Precautions
Failure to follow the installation procedure described in the Triton Network
Systems’ product documentation may result in damage to the Invisible
Fiber™ unit and render the unit unusable. If you have any questions, contact
your Triton Network Systems’ project liaison or the Technical Assistance
Center at:
Triton Network Systems, Inc.
8529 SouthPark Circle
Orlando, FL 32819
Telephone - Domestic, Toll-free: 1-877-6TRITON (1-877-687-4866)
Telephone - International: +1-407-903-2070
E-Mail: support@triton-network.com
FAX: +1-407-903-0995
The Invisible Fiber™ unit must be installed in accordance with wall-mount or
pole-mount specifications described in the Triton Network Systems’ product
documentation.
Observe all federal and local laws, regulations, electrical codes, building
codes, fire codes, and licensing agreements.
RF Energy Exposure Safety Limits and Applicable Rules
The radio is tested for RF radiation level exposures (per FCC OET-65 and
FCC 47 CFR 1.1310 requirements) to transmit at below the FCC 47 CFR
1.1310 and Health Canada Safety Code radio frequency maximum
permissible exposure limits (MPE) for controlled/occupational environment
and below the FCC 47 CFR 1.1307 environmental radiation limit, when
installed, operated, and maintained in strict accordance with the product
operating and installation manuals and other materials accompanying the
devices, at any time and under all operating conditions.
Ensure that appropriate warning signs are properly placed and posted at the
equipment site or access entry.
WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.
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The 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
residential installations. 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 be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by performing
one or more of the following measures on the radio or television antenna that
is affected by interference:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a different circuit than the
circuit the receiver is connected to.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or TV technician for help.
This device complies with RSS-191 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions:
This device may not cause interference.
This device must accept any interference, including interference that
may cause undesired operation of the device.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Warnings and Safety Guidelines xxi
Avertissements et
consignes de sécurité
Conventions
La liste suivante explique les symboles d’avertissement et de mise en garde
utilisés dans ce guide :
Risque de lésions corporelles provoquées par la
décharge électrique
Ce symbole indique un risque de lésions corporelles provoquées
par la décharge électrique.
Risque de lésions corporelles provoquées par les
câbles à fibres optiques
Ce symbole indique un risque de lésions corporelles provoquées
par les câbles à fibres optiques.
Risque de lésions corporelles provoquées par
l’exposition de l’énergie radiofréquences
Ce symbole indique un risque de lésions corporelles provoquées
par l’exposition de l’énergie radiofréquences.
Autres risques de lésions corporelles
Ce symbole indique d’un risque de lésions corporelles (à part
celles provoquées par la décharge électrique, par la radiation du
laser, ou par l’exposition de l’énergie radiofréquences).
Risque d’interruption de service
Ce symbole indique un risque d’interruption de service ou de
dommage aux équipements.
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Risque de lésions corporelles provoquées par la
décharge électrique
DANGER – L’HASARD DU COURANT ÉLEVÉ : Ne pas
mettre la tension avant de lire la documentation du produit
fournie par la société Triton Network Systems. Cet appareil a
une alimentation directe de – 48 V CC (courant de pointe de
5.0 ampères par ligne d’alimentation).
DANGER – L’HASARD DU COURANT ÉLEVÉ : S’assurer
que le bloc d’alimentation – 48 V CC est en position HORS
TENSION avant d’aborder les procédures pour l’installation de
l’unité Invisible FiberMD.
DANGER – L’HASARD DU TENSION ÉLEVÉ : Ne pas
travailler sur le système ni brancher ni débrancher les câbles
durant l’activité de la foudre, par de temps pluvieux, ou tous le
deux.
AVERTISSEMENT : Les instructions pour l’installation des
câbles sont destinées exclusivement aux entrepreneurs agréés et
aux préposés à l’entretien de l’immeuble.
Risque de lésions corporelles provoquées par les
câbles à fibres optiques
DANGER : Rayonnement laser invisible. Éviter l’exposition
directe des yeux à l’extrémité d’une fibre, d’un cordon à fibres
ou d’une fibre amorce. La lumière infrarouge utilisée dans les
systèmes à fibres optiques est invisible, mais peut provoquer des
lésions graves aux yeux.
AVERTISSEMENT : Ne jamais laisser une fibre nue entrer en
contact avec une partie quelconque du corps. Des fragments de
fibre peuvent entrer dans la peau, et sont difficiles à déceler et à
enlever.
Warnings and Safety Guidelines xxiii
Risque de lésions corporelles provoquées par
l’exposition de l’énergie radiofréquences
MISE EN GARDE : Attention ! Le poste émetteur est EN
MARCHE lorsque le témoin rouge sur le dos de l’unité Invisible
FiberMD est allumé. Respecter toutes les mises en garde
concernant l’exposition aux radiofréquences et l’interruption de
service.
AVERTISSEMENT : ENERGIE AUX FRÉQUENCES
RADIOÉLECTRIQUES : afin d'être conforme aux exigences
concernant l'exposition RF du FCC et du Ministère de la Santé
Canadien, une distance de séparation minimale de 40 pieds
devant l'appareil Invisible Fiber™ est nécessaire entre cette
antenne et toute personne présente lorsque l'émetteur est allumé
(ON). L'émetteur radio est allumé (ON) lorsque le voyant
lumineux rouge situé au dos du boîtier radioélectrique est
illuminé. Veuillez observer les limites de sécurité concernant
l'exposition RF, les règles applicables et les avertissements
d'interruption de service indiqués dans les manuels d'utilisation
fournis avec le produit. Le non respect de ces mesures de
sécurité risquerait d'entraîner des blessures corporelles grave.
Autres risques des lésions corporelles
Les mises en garde suivantes concernent les risques de lésions corporelles
attribuables à des causes autres que la décharge électrique, la radiation du
laser, ou l’exposition de l’énergie radiofréquences.
AVERTISSEMENT : Cette unité Invisible FiberMD permet la
connexion entre le conducteur de mise à la terre du circuit
d’alimentation CC et le conducteur de mise à la terre de l’unité
Invisible FiberMD. Ne pas changer ni débrancher les dispositifs
qui se trouvent dans le conducteur du circuit mis à la terre entre
la source de l’énergie CC et le point de connexion au conducteur
de l’électrode de prise de terre.
AVERTISSEMENT : Ne pas suivre les instructions
d’utilisation peut causer de sérieuses blessures et même la mort.
MISE EN GARDE : Les instructions pour l’installation des
câbles sont destinées exclusivement aux entrepreneurs agréés et
aux préposés à l’entretien de l’immeuble.
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MISE EN GARDE – DANGER DE LEVAGE : Il faut deux
personnes pour soulever l’unité Invisible FiberMD. Saisir l’unité
Invisible FiberMD au-dessous du rebord inférieur, puis soulever
l’unité avec les deux mains. Pour éviter les lésions corporelles,
garder le dos en position verticale et soulever l’unité en utilisant
les jambes et non pas les reins. Pour éviter l’endommagement de
l’unité Invisible FiberMD et de ses composants, ne jamais essayer
de soulever la radio en tirant sur les câbles qui y sont attachés.
MISE EN GARDE : Garder les outils et les pièces loin des
allées. Lorsqu’on transporte des équipements lourds et à grandes
dimensions (tels que l’unité Invisible FiberMD), les obstacles
(tels que les outils à main, les câbles ou les composants) sont
parfois difficiles à voir et peuvent causer des accidents.
Risque d’interruption de service
MISE EN GARDE : Manipuler l’unité Invisible FiberMD avec
soin pour éviter des dommages aux équipements.
MISE EN GARDE : S’assurer que les raccords extérieurs fibre
optique sont protégés contre l’environnement. L’absence d’une
telle protection peut entraîner la contamination des surfaces des
fibres.
MISE EN GARDE : L’unité Invisible FiberMD contient pas de
parts utilés par le propriétaire ou l’usager. Ouverture de l’unité
de la radio ou toucher aux scelles rend toute garantie nulle et
non avenue.
MISE EN GARDE : Avant d’installer une unité Invisible
FiberMD, il faut vérifier que les lieux de l’installation sont
convenables et adéquats, déterminer les besoins du système,
analyser les trajets, préciser le parcours du signal et déterminer
les exigences en matière d’énergie.
MISE EN GARDE : Les instructions pour l’installation des
câbles sont destinées exclusivement aux entrepreneurs agréés et
aux préposés à l’entretien de l’immeuble.
MISE EN GARDE : NE PAS soulever l’unité Invisible FiberMD
par le couvercle du radôme (couvercle avant), afin d’éviter
l’endommagement de l’antenne.
MISE EN GARDE : S’assurer que le support de montage et
l’unité Invisible FiberMD sont installés convenablement, selon
les instructions figurant dans la documentation du produit
fournie par la société Triton Network Systems.
Warnings and Safety Guidelines xxv
MISE EN GARDE : S’assurer que le bloc d’alimentation
– 48 V CC est en position HORS TENSION avant d’attacher les
câbles d’alimentation à l’unité Invisible FiberMD.
MISE EN GARDE : Ne pas bloquer le devant de l’unité
Invisible FiberMD, pour éviter toute interruption éventuelle du
service de transmission radio.
MISE EN GARDE : Pour réduire le risque de dommage aux
câbles à fibres optiques, suivre les consignes suivantes en
matière de rayon de courbure des câbles à fibres optiques
extérieurs ou intérieurs :
Corbure à long terme (installée). Le rayon de courbure ne
doit pas dépasser 10 fois le diamètre du câble.
Courbure à court terme (pendant l’installation). Le rayon de
courbure ne doit pas dépasser 20 fois le diamètre du câble.
Autres mises en garde
L’inobservation de la procédure d’installation décrite dans la documentation
du produit fournie par la société Triton Network Systems peut endommager
l’unité Invisible FiberMD et la rendre inutilisable. Si vous avez des questions à
poser, veuillez communiquer avec votre agent de liaison des projets chez
Triton Network Systems, ou bien joindre notre Centre d’assistance technique
à l’adresse suivante :
Triton Network Systems, Inc.
8529 SouthPark Circle
Orlando, FL 32819
Téléphone - Aux États-Unis, sans frais : 1-877-6TRITON (1-877-687-4866)
Téléphone - Dans d’autres pays : +1-407-903-2070
Internet : support@triton-network.com
Télécopieur : +1-407-903-0995
Il faut installer l’unité Invisible FiberMD selon la spécification pour le montage
mural ou sur poteau, telle que précisée dans la documentation du produit
fournie par la société Triton Network Systems.
Il faut respecter l’ensemble des lois, règlements, codes d’électrique, codes du
bâtiment et codes des incendies du gouvernement fédéral et des municipalités
ainsi que tous les contrats de licence.
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Limites de sécurité à propos de l'énergie RF et règles applicables
La radio est testée pour un niveau d'exposition de radiation RF (selon les
exigences FCC OET-65 et FCC 47 CFR 1.1310) afin d'émettre en dessous des
limites des doses maximales admissibles en matière de fréquence
radioélectrique du FCC 47 CFR 1.1310 et du Ministère de la Santé Canadien
(MPE) en milieu contrôlé et professionnel et en dessous des limites de
radiation pour la protection de l'environnement FCC 47 CFR 1.1307 lorsque
l'appareil est installé, utilisé et entretenu en accord strict avec les manuels
d'entretien et de fonctionnement ainsi que tout autre manuel livré avec les
appareils, a tout moment et dans toutes les conditions de fonctionnement.
Assurez que le signals d’avertissement appropriés soivant placés
appropriatement et affichés dans la location d’équipment ou l’acces
d’y entrer.
Cet appareil est conforme au RSS-191 de Industrie Canada. L’utilisation
dépend des deux conditions suivantes:
Cet appareil ne devrait pas causer d’interférence.
Cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence, y compris une
interférence pouvant causer une opération indésirable de l’appareil.
Cet appareil numerique de la classe B est conforme avec la norme NMB-003
du Canada.
28 GHz SONET OC-3 IFU Installation - R1.0 1-1
1Installation Overview
This chapter provides an overview of the installation procedure for the
Invisible Fiber™ unit (IFU). In addition, this chapter describes the following:
IFU Link Manager
Power source
Cables
System grounding and surge suppression
Installation Overview
IFUs are loaded with default system attributes at the factory. At the
customer’s designated staging area, the customer-specific attributes identified
in the site database are downloaded to the IFU, which is then ready for
installation. At the installation site, the IFU is installed on a mounting bracket,
aligned, and commissioned. When all installation tests are complete and
expected results are achieved on all IFU sites, the network is ready for
customer acceptance.
Site Engineering Folder
Before installing the IFU, the site must be prepared with the appropriate
cables, demarcation box, and any equipment as detailed in the site
engineering folder. (Refer to the Invisible Fiber™ SONET OC-3 Site
Evaluation Guide for 28 GHz Applications for details about the contents of
the site engineering folder.)
The site engineering folder is referenced throughout this document. Photos
and diagrams of the site are included in the folder.
Installation Overview
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IFU Link Manager
The IFU Link Manager is a local element management software application
that helps you configure and commission the IFU. You use this application to
complete the following procedures:
IFU configuration
Antenna alignment
Power Source
The IFUs require a – 48 Vdc power source. The specifications of the power
source are defined in the site engineering folder.
Cabling
IFU installations require the following two types of cables:
Power
The power cable connects the IFU to the – 48 Vdc power source.
Fiber Optic
The fiber optic cable connects the IFU to the site equipment cabinet.
Power Cable
The power cable is outdoor/indoor rated. The power cable contains four
12-AWG conductors.
Fiber Optic Cable
For SONET networks, the IFU requires a multi-mode and single-mode fiber
optic cables (see Figure 1-1).
System Grounding and Surge Protection
28 GHz SONET OC-3 IFU Installation - R1.0 1-3
System Grounding and Surge Protection
The IFU grounding system has two conceptually distinct, but electrically
interconnected functional subsystems, for connection to “earth ground.” The
two functional subsystems are:
Earth ground (complies with the National Electrical Code (NEC) for
equipment grounding systems).
Surge protection.
Earth Ground
The IFU has an external electrical interconnection point for connecting the
IFU ground subsystems to earth ground.
Surge Protection
The sole purpose of surge protection is to transport lightning-related currents
to the earth ground. During site installation, surge suppression devices are
installed in line with the power and alarm conductors to assist in protecting
equipment.
Installation Overview
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Figure 1-1. SONET OC-3 Fiber Optic Cable Configuration
Plug
Connection Bulkhead
Connection
Cable Schematic
Triton Network Systems
SONET Fiber Cable
Blue
9/1251310 nm
1
White
62.5/125 850 nm
8Orange
9/1251310 nm
2
3Dummy
4Dummy
5
Brown62.5/125 850 nm
6
Slate
62.5/125 850 nm
7
PlugColorFiber TypeWavelength
1
2
5
6
7
8
(Pins 3 & 4 Plugged)(Pins 3 & 4 Plugged)
Green62.5/125 850 nm
1
8
2
3
4
5
6
7
SC
SIG
TX
TX
TX
RX
RX
RX
Payload
Payload
OAM&P
OAM&P
Interconnect
Interconnect
Plugged
Plugged
1
2
43
65
7
8
12
34
56
8
7
28 GHz SONET OC-3 IFU Installation - R1.0 2-1
2Staging Procedure
This chapter describes the IFU configuration procedure to be performed at the
designated staging area.
Configuring IFUs
IFUs are configured by using the IFU Link Manager application to load the
site-specific attributes from the attributes table in the site engineering folder.
Table 2-1 identifies the parts needed for configuring a typical IFU site.
Figure 2-1 refers to the IFU and the IFU lifting guidelines.
Table 2-1. Typical IFU Configuration Parts List
Item
No. Description Qty.
1IFU 1
2 BNC-banana plug adapter 1
3 IFU Link Manager test cable 1
4 Laptop computer with IFU Link Manager installed 1
5 Power source (– 48 Vdc) 1
6 IFU power cable 1
7 Site engineering folder 1
8 Digital multimeter 1
Staging Procedure
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To configure each IFU, complete the following steps:
1Remove the IFU from the shipping carton and place it upright on a table
with the antenna radome cover facing away from you and the connectors
facing you. Verify that the part number on the IFU label matches the
attributes table in the site engineering folder.
22380PT-FA00 is a sample part number, where the letters are
variables defined as follows:
P = Protocol (1=SONET, 2=Ethernet)
T = Protocol type (1=OC-3, 2=OC-12, 1=Fast, 2=Gigabit)
F = Filter combination for transmit/receive (1=1/3, 2=2/4
3=3/1, 4=4/2)
A = Antenna orientation (1=Vertical, 2=Horizontal)
CAUTION – LIFTING HAZARD: Two people are
required to lift the Invisible Fiber™ unit. Grasp the
Invisible Fiber™ unit underneath the lower edge and lift
with both hands. To prevent injury, keep your back straight
and lift with your legs, not your back. To prevent damage
to the Invisible Fiber™ unit and components, never
attempt to lift the radio by the attached cables.
MISE EN GARDE – DANGER DE LEVAGE : Il faut
deux personnes pour soulever l’unité Invisible FiberMD.
Saisir l’unité Invisible FiberMD au-dessous du rebord
inférieur, puis soulever l’unité avec les deux mains. Pour
éviter les lésions corporelles, garder le dos en position
verticale et soulever l’unité en utilisant les jambes et non
pas les reins. Pour éviter l’endommagement de l’unité
Invisible FiberMD et de ses composants, ne jamais essayer
de soulever la radio en tirant sur les câbles qui y sont
attachés.
2238011-1200
PRODUCT FREQUENCY
FILTER COMBINATION
PROTOCOL
ANTENNA ORIENTATION
PLACE HOLDER (Future)
PROTOCOL TYPE
PLACE HOLDER (Future)
PRODUCT BLOCK
Configuring IFUs
28 GHz SONET OC-3 IFU Installation - R1.0 2-3
Figure 2-1. IFU Lifting Guideline
CAUTION: DO NOT lift the Invisible Fiber™ unit by the
radome (front) cover to avoid damaging the antenna.
MISE EN GARDE : NE PAS soulever l’unité Invisible
FiberMD par le couvercle du radôme (couvercle avant), afin
d’éviter l’endommagement de l’antenne.
DANGER – HIGH VOLTAGE HAZARD: Do not work
on the system or connect or disconnect cables during
periods of lightning activity, rainy weather, or both.
DANGER – L’HASARD DU TENSION ÉLEVÉ : Ne
pas travailler sur le système ni brancher ni débrancher les
câbles durant l’activité de la foudre, par de temps
pluvieux, ou tous le deux.
DANGER – HIGH CURRENT HAZARD: Ensure that
the – 48 Vdc power source is set to the OFF position
before beginning the installation procedures for the
Invisible Fiber™ unit.
DANGER – L’HASARD DU COURANT ÉLEVÉ :
S’assurer que le bloc d’alimentation – 48 V CC est en
position HORS TENSION avant d’aborder les procédures
pour l’installation de l’unité Invisible FiberMD.
IFU
Radome
Cover
Lifting
Area
Lifting
Area
Staging Procedure
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2Connect the IFU power cable to the – 48 Vdc power source as shown in
Figure 2-2.
Figure 2-2. IFU Power Cable Hookup
3Set the – 48 Vdc power source to ON.
4Set the multimeter to DC voltage.
5Connect a black test lead from the negative input of the multimeter to
pin B on the IFU power cable (see Figure 2-3).
Figure 2-3. Power Test Setup
Power
Cable
- 48 Vdc Power
Source - 48
RTN
RTN White (Cable Pin A)
RTN White/Red (Cable Pin B)
- 48 White/Brown (Cable Pin C)
- 48 White/Black (Cable Pin D)
Cable Pin Assignment
TEXT
TEXT
TEXT TEXT
TEXT TEXT
TE XT TE XT
TE XT TE XT
TEXT
TEXT
- 48
+-
Multimeter
RTN Cable Pin A
RTN Cable Pin B
- 48 Cable Pin C
- 48 Cable Pin D
Cable Pin Assignment
A
Power
Cable
D
BC
Configuring IFUs
28 GHz SONET OC-3 IFU Installation - R1.0 2-5
6Connect a red test lead from the positive input of the multimeter to pin D
on the IFU power cable.
7Read the measurement on the multimeter. Passing criteria is – 46 Vdc to
– 56 Vdc.
8Connect a black test lead from the negative input of the multimeter to
pin A on the IFU power cable.
9Connect a red test lead from the positive input of the multimeter to pin C
on the IFU power cable.
10 Read the measurement on the multimeter. Passing criteria is – 46 Vdc to
– 56 Vdc.
11 Set the – 48 Vdc power source to OFF.
12 Connect the – 48 Vdc power cable to the power connector on the IFU as
illustrated in Figure 2-4.
DANGER – HIGH CURRENT HAZARD: Do not turn
on power before reading the Triton Network Systems’
product documentation. This device has a – 48 Vdc
(5 amps operating peak per feed) direct current input.
DANGER – L’HASARD DU COURANT ÉLEVÉ : Ne
pas mettre la tension avant de lire la documentation du
produit fournie par la société Triton Network Systems. Cet
appareil a une alimentation directe de – 48 V CC (courant
de pointe de 5 ampères par ligne d’alimentation).
DANGER – HIGH CURRENT HAZARD: Ensure that
the – 48 Vdc power source is set to the OFF position
before beginning the installation procedures for the
Invisible Fiber™ Unit.
DANGER – L’HASARD DU COURANT ÉLEVÉ :
S’assurer que le bloc d’alimentation – 48 V CC est en
position HORS TENSION avant d’aborder les procédures
pour l’installation de l’unité Invisible FiberMD.
Staging Procedure
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Figure 2-4. IFU Configuration Setup
13 Set the – 48 Vdc power source to ON.
WARNING: Beware! Radio transmitter is ON when the
red light indicator on the back side of the Invisible Fiber™
unit is illuminated. Observe all radio frequency energy
exposure and service interruption cautions.
MISE EN GARDE : Attention ! Le poste émetteur est EN
MARCHE lorsque le témoin rouge sur le dos de l’unité
Invisible FiberMD est allumé. Respecter toutes les mises en
garde concernant l’exposition aux radiofréquences et
l’interruption de service.
34567
Power
Cable
- 48 Vdc Power
Source
- 48
RTN
PC/IFU Link Manager
Test
Cable
Configuring IFUs
28 GHz SONET OC-3 IFU Installation - R1.0 2-7
14 Connect a laptop computer to the IFU as shown in Figure 2-4.
15 Enter the site attributes from the site database into the IFU Link Manager
program.
NOTE: Refer to IFU Link Manager help screens to enter the
required site database attributes.
16 Power down the IFU and remove the cables.
NOTE: If the staging site and the installation site are the
same place, continue with Chapter 3, Installation Procedures.
WARNING – Radio Frequency energy: To comply with
FCC and Health Canada RF exposure requirements, a
minimum separation distance of 40 feet in front of the
Invisible FiberTM unit is required between this antenna
and all persons while the transmitter is ON. The radio
transmitter is ON when the red light indicator on the back
side of the radio enclosure is illuminated. Observe RF
energy exposure safety limits, applicable rules, and service
interruption cautions in the product manuals. Serious
bodily injury may result.
AVERTISSEMENT : ENERGIE AUX FRÉQUENCES
RADIOÉLECTRIQUES : afin d'être conforme aux
exigences concernant l'exposition RF du FCC et du
Ministère de la Santé Canadien, une distance de séparation
minimale de 40 pieds devant l'appareil Invisible Fiber™
est nécessaire entre cette antenne et toute personne
présente lorsque l'émetteur est allumé (ON). L'émetteur
radio est allumé (ON) lorsque le voyant lumineux rouge
situé au dos du boîtier radioélectrique est illuminé.
Veuillez observer les limites de sécurité concernant
l'exposition RF, les règles applicables et les avertissements
d'interruption de service indiqués dans les manuels
d'utilisation fournis avec le produit. Le non respect de ces
mesures de sécurité risquerait d'entraîner des blessures
corporelles grave.
WARNING: Failure to follow operating instructions
could result in death or serious injury.
AVERTISSEMENT : Ne pas suivre les instructions
d’utilisation peut causer de sérieuses blessures et même la
mort.
Staging Procedure
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17 Confirm that the correct installation address is on the packing box and the
packing box label matches the IFU data plate, which is located on the
back of the IFU.
18 Use the original packing material to ship the IFU to the installation site.
Should the packing material not be available, contact Triton Network
Systems (see Contacting Triton Network Systems, Inc. on page xiii).
19 Use the repacking information located in Packing an IFU for Shipment on
page 5-5 for instructions on how to repackage the IFU for shipment.
28 GHz SONET OC-3 IFU Installation - R1.0 3-1
3Installation Procedures
This chapter provides the procedures for installing IFU components and IFUs.
This chapter includes the following topics:
Setup
Installing IFU components
Determining IFU mounting requirements
Installing an IFU
The instructions in this chapter describe the procedure for installing two IFUs.
Use the same process to install one IFU or many IFUs; the wiring conventions
are the same.
NOTE: Observe all federal and local laws, regulations,
electrical codes, building codes, fire codes, and licensing
agreements.
Il faut respecter l’ensemble des lois, règlements, codes du bâtiment
et codes des incendies du gouvernement fédéral et des municipalités
ainsi que tous les contrats de licence.
NOTE: Failure to follow the installation procedure described
in the Triton Network Systems’ product documentation may
result in damage to the Invisible Fiber™ unit and render the
unit unusable. Read through the entire installation procedure
before beginning installation.
L’inobservation de la procédure d’installation décrite dans la
documentation du produit fournie par la société Triton Network
Systems peut endommager l’unité Invisible FiberMD et la rendre
inutilisable.
Installation Procedures
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Setup
Before Starting
Before starting the procedures in this chapter, verify that all parts have been
received by checking the received items against the equipment and parts lists
in the site engineering folder.
Preparing for Installation
Table 3-1 identifies the special tools required for installation and Table 3-2
identifies the parts required.
Table 3-1. Site Installation Tools
Item No. Description Qty.
1 Digital multimeter 1
2 Fiber cleaning kit (solution & air) 1
3Fiber scope 1
4 Optical light source 1
5 Optical power meter 1
6 FSI test cable 1
7 Site engineering folder 1
8 Right-angled snap ring pliers (for external snap ring) 1
Table 3-2. Site Installation Parts (for two IFUs)
Item No. Description Qty.
1IFU 2
2 IFU mounting bracket with snap ring kit 2
3 IFU power cable 2
4 Fiber optic cable 2
5 Tie-wraps, UV-rated A/R
Installing IFU Components
28 GHz SONET OC-3 IFU Installation - R1.0 3-3
Installing IFU Components
This section describes how to perform the following:
Determine IFU mounting requirements
Mount the IFU bracket
Install the power cables
Install the alarm cables
Install the fiber optic cables
Installation Procedures
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Determining IFU Mounting Requirements
The mounting locations must allow the IFU to obtain clear line of sight to the
far-end IFU.
WARNING: Beware! Radio transmitter is ON when the
red light indicator on the back side of the Invisible Fiber™
unit is illuminated. Observe all radio frequency energy
exposure and service interruption cautions.
MISE EN GARDE : Attention ! Le poste émetteur est EN
MARCHE lorsque le témoin rouge sur le dos de l’unité
Invisible FiberMD est allumé. Respecter toutes les mises en
garde concernant l’exposition aux radiofréquences et
l’interruption de service.
WARNING – Radio Frequency energy: To comply with
FCC and Health Canada RF exposure requirements, a
minimum separation distance of 40 feet in front of the
Invisible FiberTM unit is required between this antenna
and all persons while the transmitter is ON. The radio
transmitter is ON when the red light indicator on the back
side of the radio enclosure is illuminated. Observe RF
energy exposure safety limits, applicable rules, and service
interruption cautions in the product manuals. Serious
bodily injury may result.
AVERTISSEMENT : ENERGIE AUX FRÉQUENCES
RADIOÉLECTRIQUES : afin d'être conforme aux
exigences concernant l'exposition RF du FCC et du
Ministère de la Santé Canadien, une distance de séparation
minimale de 40 pieds devant l'appareil Invisible Fiber™
est nécessaire entre cette antenne et toute personne
présente lorsque l'émetteur est allumé (ON). L'émetteur
radio est allumé (ON) lorsque le voyant lumineux rouge
situé au dos du boîtier radioélectrique est illuminé.
Veuillez observer les limites de sécurité concernant
l'exposition RF, les règles applicables et les avertissements
d'interruption de service indiqués dans les manuels
d'utilisation fournis avec le produit. Le non respect de ces
mesures de sécurité risquerait d'entraîner des blessures
corporelles grave.
Installing IFU Components
28 GHz SONET OC-3 IFU Installation - R1.0 3-5
To determine the mounting location and method:
1With the building manager, define the mounting location and method
(wall mount or pole mount).
NOTE: The preferred mounting location is on a wall because it is
generally structurally sound. The IFU’s streamlined exterior is
designed to complement building aesthetics.
2After defining the mounting location for the IFU, re-verify the line of
sight.
3For wall- and pole-mount criterians, the bottom of the IFU should be at
least eight feet above the roof.
Wall-Mount Criteria
Wall mounting can be on a parapet wall, screen wall, or penthouse wall that
meets the following criteria:
The wall must be structurally capable of supporting at least 80
pounds, plus the wind loading as required by the local building codes.
The wall must allow through-hole bolt mounting.
The space for the IFU, its mounting bracket, and the alignment area
must be at least 65 inches by 65 inches by 30 inches (W x H x D).
Pole-Mount Criteria
The pole can be attached to the wall or free-standing.
If the pole is attached to a wall, the pole must be structurally capable of
supporting at least 80 pounds, plus the wind loading as required by the local
building codes.
For free-standing poles, calculate the amount of ballast based on the
building’s wind loading requirements. Consult the pole manufacturer for the
required ballast weight to secure the free-standing pole.
NOTE: The total weight of the pole with the IFU can
be upwards of 550 pounds. Consult the pole
manufacturer for the required weight for the ballasts to
secure the free-standing pole roof space required.
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RF Energy Exposure Safety Limits and Applicable Rules
The radio is tested for RF radiation level exposures (per FCC OET-65 and
FCC 47 CFR 1.1310 requirements) to transmit at below the FCC 47 CFR
1.1310 and Health Canada Safety Code radio frequency maximum
permissible exposure limits (MPE) for controlled/occupational environment
and below the FCC 47 CFR 1.1307 environmental radiation limit, when
installed, operated, and maintained in strict accordance with the product
operating and installation manuals and other materials accompanying the
devices, at any time and under all operating conditions.
Ensure that appropriate warning signs are properly placed and posted at the
equipment site or access entry.
For a complete list of warnings and safety guidelines, refer to Warnings and
Safety Guidelines on page xv.
Mounting the IFU Bracket
28 GHz SONET OC-3 IFU Installation - R1.0 3-7
Mounting the IFU Bracket
Using approved engineering methods, mount the IFU bracket in the location
specified in the site engineering folder (see Figure 3-1 for typical wall
mounting and Figure 3-2 for typical pole mounting).
Figure 3-1. Example of IFU Bracket Attached to Wall
3
1
4
5
64
5
2
Mounting Surface
Legend
Item
1
2
3
4
5
6
Qty
1
4
2
8
8
4
* Threaded Rod Length
Is Determined by Wall
Thickness Plus 2.5 Inches
102 mm
4.0 in
276 mm
10.9 in
Bracket Hole Pattern
Allow 11 mm/0.5 in.
for Clearance
(Not to Scale)
Description
IFU Mounting Bracket
Threaded Rod *
Flat Washer (3/8")
Lock Washer (3/8")
Nut (3/8" x 24)
Large Flatwasher
Installation Procedures
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Figure 3-2. Example of IFU Bracket Attached to Pole
NOTE: Refer to the site engineering folder for the correct
location and then mount the bracket to the building or pole,
using bolts as indicated.
NOTE: Ensure the mounting bracket is mechanically stable,
plumb, and level.
Legend
Item
1
2
3
4
5
6
Description
IFU Mounting Bracket
Mounting Pole
U-Bolt (3/8")
Flat Washer (3/8")
Lock Washer (3/8")
Nut (3/8")
Qty
1
1
2
4
4
4
4
5
6
1
3
2
Mounting the IFU Bracket
28 GHz SONET OC-3 IFU Installation - R1.0 3-9
Installing Power Cables
There are two cable routes as follows:
The IFU Alpha power cable runs from the IFU mounting location to
the surge suppression assembly.
The IFU Beta power cable runs from the IFU mounting location to
the surge suppression assembly.
To install the IFU power cables:
1Route the IFU power cables to a surge suppression assembly according to
the site drawing.
NOTE: Allow an extra three-foot service loop at the IFU and
twelve inches at each surge suppressor. Use large radius
bends to avoid kinking the cables during the cable routing.
NOTE: Connect the cable shields to the suppressor
mounting panel. Trim the shield back to the cable breakout
and keep the shield as short as possible.
2Trim each cable to the appropriate length.
3Strip each cable wire to 3/8 inch and tin.
4Attach the IFU power cables to the surge suppressors as shown on
Figure 3-3, Table 3-3, and Figure 3-4.
DANGER – HIGH VOLTAGE HAZARD: Do not work
on the system or connect or disconnect cables during
periods of lightning activity, rainy weather, or both.
DANGER – L’HASARD DU TENSION ÉLEVÉ : Ne
pas travailler sur le système ni brancher ni débrancher les
câbles durant l’activité de la foudre, par de temps
pluvieux, ou tous le deux.
CAUTION: Instructions for installing cables are intended
for licensed contractors or building maintenance
personnel.
MISE EN GARDE : Les instructions pour l’installation
des câbles sont destinées exclusivement aux entrepreneurs
agréés et aux préposés à l’entretien de l’immeuble.
Installation Procedures
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Figure 3-3. Typical Power Cable Wiring
IFU Alpha
Suppressor
IFU Beta
Suppressor
IFU Beta Power Cable
White
(PB-2)
IFU Alpha Power Cable
White/Black
(PA-4)
White/Brown
(PA-3)
White/Red
(PA-1)
Protected
Shield
-+-+
White
(PA-2)
White/Red
(PB-1)
White/Black
(PB-4)
White/Brown
(PB-3)
Shield
Protected
Surge Surge
Table 3-3. Typical Power Cable Wiring
IFU Alpha
Surge Input
Wire Color/
Number
IFU Beta
Surge Input
Wire Color/
Number
RTN (+) White (PA-2),
White/Red (PA-1)
RTN (+) White (PB-2),
White/Red (PB-1)
– 48 (–) White/Black (PA-4),
White/Brown (PA-3)
– 48 (–) White/Black (PB-4),
White/Brown (PB-3)
Mounting the IFU Bracket
28 GHz SONET OC-3 IFU Installation - R1.0 3-11
Figure 3-4. Typical IFU Power Termination Wiring Schematic
IFU Power Cable Test
To ensure proper wiring, perform the input power test on both IFU power
cables prior to connecting to the IFU. This test ensures that the input power to
the IFU is between – 46 Vdc and – 56 Vdc.
To test the power cable:
WH (PA-2)
C
IFU
Alpha
Power
Cable
WH/BK (PA-4)
D
WH/BN (PA-3)
A
WH/RD (PA-1)
B
Suppressor
GND
Shield
IFU
Beta
Power
Cable
GND
Shield
F1 Conn
++
-
Power
Source
F1
Common Bar
F2
Common Bar
F2 Conn
Shield to
Chassis Ground
Site Equipment
Cabinet
Surge
Surge
+
+
+
+
--
--
-
-
-
White (PB-2)
Brown (PB-3)
Black (PA-4)
Red (PA-1)
White
Red
Brown
Black
++
C
D
A
B
WH (PB-2)
WH/BK (PB-4)
WH/BN (PB-3)
WH/RD (PB-1)
Chassis to
Earth Ground
Panel to
Earth Ground
- 48 Vdc
RTN
- 48 Vdc
RTN
Protected
Protected
DANGER – HIGH VOLTAGE HAZARD: Do not work
on the system or connect or disconnect cables during
periods of lightning activity, rainy weather, or both.
DANGER – L’HASARD DU TENSION ÉLEVÉ : Ne
pas travailler sur le système ni brancher ni débrancher les
câbles durant l’activité de la foudre, par de temps
pluvieux, ou tous le deux.
Installation Procedures
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1Set the – 48 Vdc power source to ON.
2Set the multimeter to DC voltage.
3At the mounting location, connect a black test lead from the negative
input of the multimeter to pin B on the power cable (see Figure 3-5).
Figure 3-5. Power Test Setup
4Connect a red test lead from the positive input of the multimeter to
pin D on the power cable. Record the results in Table A-1 on page A-2.
5Read the measurement on the multimeter. Passing criteria is – 46 Vdc to
– 56 Vdc. Record the results in Table A-1 on page A-2.
6Connect a black test lead from the negative input of the multimeter to
pin A on the power cable.
7Connect a red test lead from the positive input of the multimeter to pin C
on the power cable.
8Read the measurement on the multimeter. Passing criteria is – 46 Vdc to
– 56 Vdc. Record the results in Table A-1 on page A-2.
Repeat the above test for each IFU power cable.
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- 48
+-
Multimeter
RTN Cable Pin A
RTN Cable Pin B
- 48 Cable Pin C
- 48 Cable Pin D
Cable Pin Assignment
A
IFU Power
Cable
D
BC
Outside Building
Inside Building
Mounting the IFU Bracket
28 GHz SONET OC-3 IFU Installation - R1.0 3-13
Installing the Fiber Optic Cable
There are two fiber optic cable routes as follows:
The IFU Alpha fiber optic cable runs from the IFU mounting location
to the demarcation box.
The IFU Beta fiber optic cable runs from the IFU mounting location
to the demarcation box.
To install the fiber optic cable:
WARNING: Never touch exposed fiber with any part of
your body. Fiber fragments can enter the skin and are
difficult to detect and remove.
AVERTISSEMENT : Ne jamais laisser une fibre nue
entrer en contact avec une partie quelconque du corps. Des
fragments de fibre peuvent entrer dans la peau, et sont
difficiles à déceler et à enlever.
DANGER: Invisible laser radiation. Avoid direct eye
exposure to the end of a fiber, fiber cord, or fiber pigtail.
The infrared light used in fiber optics systems is invisible,
but can cause serious injury to the eye.
AVERTISSEMENT : Rayonnement laser invisible.
Éviter l’exposition directe des yeux à l’extrémité d’une
fibre, d’un cordon à fibres ou d’une fibre amorce. La
lumière infrarouge utilisée dans les systèmes à fibres
optiques est invisible, mais peut provoquer des lésions
graves aux yeux.
CAUTION: Ensure the outside optical fiber connectors
are environmentally protected. Failure to do so may cause
contamination of the fiber surfaces.
MISE EN GARDE : S’assurer que les raccords extérieurs
fibre optique sont protégés contre l’environnement.
L’absence d’une telle protection peut entraîner la
contamination des surfaces des fibres.
Installation Procedures
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1Route the IFU fiber optic cables from each of the IFU mounting locations
to the demarcation box. Refer to the site drawing in the site engineering
folder for the specific route.
NOTE: Allow an extra three-foot service loop at both ends.
Use large radius bends to avoid crimping and kinking the
cables during the cable routing.
2Connect the IFU fiber optic cables to the rear side of the demarcation
patch panel as shown in Figure 3-6 and Table 3-4.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fiber optic cable
damage, use the following bend radius guidelines for
indoor/outdoor fiber optic cable:
Long-term (installed): bend radius is equal to 10 times
the diameter of the cable.
Short-term (during installation): bend radius is equal to
20 times the diameter of the cable.
MISE EN GARDE : Pour réduire le risque de dommage
aux câbles à fibres optiques, suivre les consignes suivantes
en matière de rayon de courbure des câbles à fibres
optiques extérieurs ou intérieurs :
Courbure à long terme (installée). Le rayon de courbure
ne doit pas dépasser 10 fois le diamètre du câble.
Courbure à court terme (pendant l’installation). Le
rayon de courbure ne doit pas dépasser 20 fois le
diamètre du câble.
Mounting the IFU Bracket
28 GHz SONET OC-3 IFU Installation - R1.0 3-15
Figure 3-6. Demarcation Patch Panel
1A 1B
2A 2B
3A 3B
4A
5A
4B
5B
6A 6B
7A 7B
8A
9B
8B
9A
10A 10B
11A 11B
12A 12B
Fiber Optic Cables
From IFUs
Connect
IFU Fiber Cables
to Rear of Panel
Panel Front
Connect Site Equipment
Cables to Front of Panel
PANEL
FRONT
Installation Procedures
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3Connect the jumpers to the front of the demarcation patch panel as shown
in Figure 3-7 ,Table 3-5, and Figure 3-8.
Table 3-4. Typical SONET OC-3 Demarcation Panel Input
Connections
Fiber Function
Fiber
Color
(Number)
Rear of
Demarcation
Panel
Fiber Type
IFU Alpha
Payload TX Slate (FA-1) 1A Single-mode
Payload RX White (FA-2) 1B Single-mode
OAM&P TX Green (FA-5) 2A Multi-mode
OAM&P RX Brown (FA-6) 2B Multi-mode
Interconnect TX Blue (FA-7) 3A Multi-mode
Interconnect RX Orange (FA-8) 3B Multi-mode
IFU Beta
Payload TX Slate (FB-1) 4A Single-mode
Payload RX White (FB-2) 4B Single-mode
OAM&P TX Green (FB-5) 5A Multi-mode
OAM&P RX Brown (FB-6) 5B Multi-mode
Interconnect TX Blue (FB-7) 6A Multi-mode
Interconnect RX Orange (FB-8) 6B Multi-mode
Mounting the IFU Bracket
28 GHz SONET OC-3 IFU Installation - R1.0 3-17
Figure 3-7. Typical SONET OC-3 Demarcation Jumper Locations
1A 1B
2A 2B
3A 3B
4A
5A
4B
5B
6A 6B
7A 7B
8A
9B
8B
9A
10A 10B
11A 11B
12A 12B
Table 3-5. Typical SONET OC-3 Demarcation Panel Jumper Connections
Fiber Function From To Fiber Function
IFU Alpha Interconnect TX 3A 6B IFU Beta Interconnect RX
IFU Alpha Interconnect RX 3B 6A IFU Beta Interconnect TX
Installation Procedures
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Figure 3-8. Typical SONET OC-3 Site Schematic
Fiber Optic Continuity Test
This test is to ensure that the signal loss in the fiber optic assemblies meets the
required specifications and that cables have not been damaged during
installation. The fiber optic continuity test consists of the following:
1Cleaning the fiber optic cable
2Testing the fiber optic cable
IFU Alpha
Fiber
Cable
Slate
Demarcation
Panel
1
2
Blue
White
5
6
7
8
1A
1B
2A
2B
3A
3B
4A
4B
Rear Front
1A
1B
2A
2B
3A
3B
4A
4B
IFU Beta
Fiber
Cable
1
2
5
6
7
8
5A
5B
6A
6B
7A
7B
8A
8B
5A
5B
6A
6B
7A
7B
8A
8B
1
2
3
4
IFU Alpha
Payload
IFU Alpha
OAM&P
IFU Beta
Payload
IFU Beta
OAM&P
Site Equipment
Cabinet
TX
RX
TX
RX
TX
RX
TX
RX
TX
RX
TX
RX
Chassis to
Earth Ground
Brown
Green
Orange
Blue (FA-5)
Orange (FA-6)
Yellow (FB-1)
Violet (FB-2)
Brown (FB-6)
Green (FB-5)
Red (FA-1)
Black (FA-2)
Slate
Blue
White
Brown
Green
Orange
Mounting the IFU Bracket
28 GHz SONET OC-3 IFU Installation - R1.0 3-19
To clean the fiber optic cable:
WARNING: Never touch exposed fiber with any part of
your body. Fiber fragments can enter the skin and are
difficult to detect and remove.
AVERTISSEMENT : Ne jamais laisser une fibre nue
entrer en contact avec une partie quelconque du corps. Des
fragments de fibre peuvent entrer dans la peau, et sont
difficiles à déceler et à enlever.
DANGER: Invisible laser radiation. Avoid direct eye
exposure to the end of a fiber, fiber cord, or fiber pigtail.
The infrared light used in fiber optics systems is invisible,
but can cause serious injury to the eye.
AVERTISSEMENT : Rayonnement laser invisible.
Éviter l’exposition directe des yeux à l’extrémité d’une
fibre, d’un cordon à fibres ou d’une fibre amorce. La
lumière infrarouge utilisée dans les systèmes à fibres
optiques est invisible, mais peut provoquer des lésions
graves aux yeux.
CAUTION: Ensure the outside optical fiber connectors
are environmentally protected. Failure to do so may cause
contamination of the fiber surfaces.
MISE EN GARDE : S’assurer que les raccords extérieurs
fibre optique sont protégés contre l’environnement.
L’absence d’une telle protection peut entraîner la
contamination des surfaces des fibres.
Installation Procedures
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1Remove the dust cap on the connector. Using the automatic cleaner, wipe
the connector once in each direction across the cleaning pad.
2With canned air, blow a slow three- to four-second burst of air across the
fiber/ferrule end face to dry the connector.
3Replace the dust cap.
4Repeat Step 1 through Step 3 on the other end of the fiber optic cable.
NOTE: Never leave connectors unprotected after cleaning.
5Attach the fiber optic cable to the scope and inspect for dirt, grease,
defects, dust, oil, etc.
6Repeat Step 1 and Step 2 if necessary.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fiber optic cable
damage, use the following bend radius guidelines for
indoor/outdoor fiber optic cable:
Long-term (installed): bend radius is equal to 10 times
the diameter of the cable.
Short-term (during installation): bend radius is equal to
20 times the diameter of the cable.
MISE EN GARDE : Pour réduire le risque de dommage
aux câbles à fibres optiques, suivre les consignes suivantes
en matière de rayon de courbure des câbles à fibres
optiques extérieurs ou intérieurs :
Courbure à long terme (installée). Le rayon de courbure
ne doit pas dépasser 10 fois le diamètre du câble.
Courbure à court terme (pendant l’installation). Le
rayon de courbure ne doit pas dépasser 20 fois le
diamètre du câble.
Mounting the IFU Bracket
28 GHz SONET OC-3 IFU Installation - R1.0 3-21
To test the fiber optic cable:
1Connect the SONET OC-3 FSI test cable to the IFU Alpha and IFU Beta
fiber cables.
NOTE: Never connect the transmitter first.
2Connect the optical power meter to the IFU Beta test adapter (see
Figure 3-9 and Table 3-6).
Figure 3-9. SONET OC-3 Fiber Optic Continuity Test Setup
Outside Building
INSIDE BUILDING
Optical
Light Source
Demarcation Box
IFU Alpha
Fiber Cable
IFU Beta
Fiber Cable
Optical
Power Meter
Plug
Connection
12
43
65
7
8
FSI Test
Cable
FSI Test
Cable
Table 3-6. SONET OC-3 Fiber Test Connections
IFU Alpha
Fiber Name
IFU Alpha
Test Adapter
Connector
IFU Beta Test
Adapter
Connector
IFU Beta
Fiber Name
IFU Alpha Interconnect TX 7 8 IFU Beta Interconnect RX
IFU Alpha Interconnect RX 8 7 IFU Beta Interconnect TX
Installation Procedures
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3Connect the optical light source to the IFU Alpha test adapter as called
out in Table 3-6.
4Set the optical light source to 0 dBm continuous wave and 1310 nm.
5Turn on the optical power meter and optical light source and take readings
at the power meter. Record the results in Table A-2 on page A-2.
NOTE: The received signal should be stronger than – 5.0 dBm (less
than 5.0 dBm).
Repeat Steps 1 through 5 on each fiber optic cable.
Installing an IFU
IFUs are installed in the locations specified by each site drawing. A near-end
IFU is the first installed IFU in a pair, and the far-end IFU is the second in the
pair. Figure 3-10 provides a close-up view of an installed IFU. Installing an
IFU is a two-part process that consists of the following:
1Mounting the IFU to the mounting bracket
2Attaching cables to the IFU
Installing an IFU
28 GHz SONET OC-3 IFU Installation - R1.0 3-23
CAUTION – LIFTING HAZARD: Two people are
required to lift the Invisible Fiber™ unit. Grasp the
Invisible Fiber™ unit underneath the lower edge and lift
with both hands. To prevent injury, keep your back straight
and lift with your legs, not your back. To prevent damage
to the Invisible Fiber™ unit and components, never
attempt to lift the radio by the attached cables.
MISE EN GARDE – DANGER DE LEVAGE : Il faut
deux personnes pour soulever l’unité Invisible FiberMD.
Saisir l’unité Invisible FiberMD au-dessous du rebord
inférieur, puis soulever l’unité avec les deux mains. Pour
éviter les lésions corporelles, garder le dos en position
verticale et soulever l’unité en utilisant les jambes et non
pas les reins. Pour éviter l’endommagement de l’unité
Invisible FiberMD et de ses composants, ne jamais essayer
de soulever la radio en tirant sur les câbles qui y sont
attachés.
CAUTION: Keep tools and parts away from walkways.
When carrying large, heavy equipment (such as the
Invisible Fiber™ unit), obstacles (such as hand tools,
cables, or components) may not be easily visible and can
cause accidents.
MISE EN GARDE : Garder les outils et les pièces loin
des allées. Lorsqu’on transporte des équipements lourds et
à grandes dimensions (tels que l’unité Invisible FiberMD),
les obstacles (tels que les outils à main, les câbles ou les
composants) sont parfois difficiles à voir et peuvent causer
des accidents.
Installation Procedures
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To mount the IFU:
1Verify the correct IFU for a location by checking the product number on
the IFU against the site drawing in the site engineering folder.
2Refer to Figure 3-10 and position the IFU (2) on the mounting studs (7)
and engage the top clamp.
3Install a snap ring (3) on each mounting stud (7).
Figure 3-10. Mounting the IFU
4Position the building ground cable, IFU ground cable, flat washer (4), and
lock washer (5) on the bottom bolt of the mounting bracket (1) and install
the nut (6).
Legend
Item
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Description
IFU Mounting Bracket
IFU
Snap Ring
Flat Washer (3/8")
Lock Washer (3/8")
Nut (3/8")
Mounting Stud
Qty
1
1
2
1
1
1
2
1
3
4
5
6
IFU
Ground
Cable
7
Building
Ground
Cable
Top
Clamp
2
Installing an IFU
28 GHz SONET OC-3 IFU Installation - R1.0 3-25
Attaching IFU Cables
To attach the IFU cables:
1Connect the power and fiber optic cable to the IFU locations as shown in
Figure 3-11.
Figure 3-11. IFU Cable Connections
2Secure the power and fiber optic cables to the building with tie-wraps as
needed.
DANGER – HIGH CURRENT HAZARD: Ensure that
the – 48 Vdc power source is set to the OFF position
before beginning the installation procedures for the
Invisible Fiber™ unit.
DANGER – L’HASARD DU COURANT ÉLEVÉ :
S’assurer que le bloc d’alimentation – 48 V CC est en
position HORS TENSION avant d’aborder les procédures
pour l’installation de l’unité Invisible FiberMD.
Transmit
Indicator
Optical Fiber
Power
Alarm/Test
Earth
Ground
Cable
Installation Procedures
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28 GHz SONET OC-3 IFU Installation - R1.0 4-1
4Alignment Procedures
This chapter provides the procedures for aligning IFUs.
The following topics are included in this chapter:
Course aligning the IFU
Fine aligning the IFU
NOTE: Observe all federal and local laws, regulations,
electrical codes, building codes, fire codes, and licensing
agreements.
Il faut respecter l’ensemble des lois, règlements, codes d’électrique,
codes du bâtiment et codes des incendies du gouvernement fédéral
et des municipalités ainsi que tous les contrats de licence.
NOTE: Failure to follow the installation procedure described
in the Triton Network Systems’ product documentation may
result in damage to the Invisible Fiber™ unit and render the
unit unusable.
L’inobservation de la procédure d’installation décrite dans la
documentation du produit fournie par la société Triton Network
Systems peut endommager l’unité Invisible FiberMD et la rendre
inutilisable.
Alignment Procedures
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Setup
Before Starting
Before starting the procedures in this chapter, ensure that the IFUs have been
mounted at the near-end site and far-end site, and that the cables have been
tested.
Preparing for Installation
Table 4-1 identifies the basic aligning tools required for aligning the near-end
and far-end sites.
Table 4-1. Site Aligning Tools
Item
No. Description Qty.
1 IFU Link Manager test cable 2
2 IFU Link Manager software 2
3 Laptop with IFU Link Manager installed 2
4 SONET test set 2
5 Digital multimeter (measures DC voltage up to 100V,
accuracy 0.3% or better)
2
6 BNC-banana interface cable 1
7 Site engineering folder 1
8 9/16 in. wrenches or sockets 2
9 Optical alignment tool 1
Coarse Aligning the IFU
28 GHz SONET OC-3 IFU Installation - R1.0 4-3
Coarse Aligning the IFU
To align the IFU:
1Loosen the four vertical alignment screws on the IFU mounting bracket.
2Coarse align the near-end IFU to the far-end IFU pair and the far-end IFU
to the near-end IFU using an optical alignment tool (see Figure 4-1).
Figure 4-1. Coarse Alignment
DANGER – HIGH VOLTAGE HAZARD: Do not work
on the system or connect or disconnect cables during
periods of lightning activity, rainy weather, or both.
DANGER – L’HASARD DU TENSION ÉLEVÉ : Ne
pas travailler sur le système ni brancher ni débrancher les
câbles durant l’activité de la foudre, par de temps
pluvieux, ou tous le deux.
WARNING: Failure to follow operating instructions
could result in death or serious injury.
AVERTISSEMENT : Ne pas suivre les instructions
d’utilisation peut causer de sérieuses blessures et même la
mort.
Coarse Align
Near-End IFU
Coarse Align
Far-End IFU
Far-End Far-End
Near-EndNear-End
Alignment Procedures
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3Loosen the horizontal alignment nut on the holding bracket. Coarse align
the near-end IFU to the designated far-end IFU using an optical alignment
tool.
4Tighten the four vertical screws and single horizontal nut on the IFU
mounting bracket.
5Set the – 48 Vdc power source to ON.
6Remove the protective cap from the IFU test connector.
7Connect the IFU test cable to the test port of the near-end IFU (see
Figure 4-2).
Figure 4-2. Alignment Test Setup
DANGER – HIGH CURRENT HAZARD: Do not turn
on power before reading the Triton Network Systems’
product documentation. This device has a – 48 Vdc
(5 amps operating peak per feed) direct current input.
DANGER – L’HASARD DU COURANT ÉLEVÉ : Ne
pas mettre la tension avant de lire la documentation du
produit fournie par la société Triton Network Systems. Cet
appareil a une alimentation directe de – 48 V CC (courant
de pointe de 5 ampères par ligne d’alimentation).
Laptop with
IFU Link Manager
TEXT
TEXT
TEXT TEXT
TEXT TEXT
TEXT TE XT
TEXT TE XT
TEXT
TEXT
3
+-
Test Cable BNC/Banana
Multimeter
IFU
Coarse Aligning the IFU
28 GHz SONET OC-3 IFU Installation - R1.0 4-5
8Connect the BNC plug of the test cable to the BNC-banana interface
cable.
9Connect the banana plug of the BNC-banana interface cable to the
multimeter (red plug to the volt terminal, black plug to the common
terminal).
10 Turn on the multimeter and set it up to measure DC voltage.
11 Connect the RJ-45 plug of the test cable to the laptop computer.
12 Power up the laptop computer and access the IFU Link Manager
application. Initialize the IFU if it has not been initialized (refer to IFU
Link Manager online help.)
13 Log on to the near-end IFU.
14 Use the IFU Link Manager application to set the near-end IFU radio
transmitter to ON (refer to IFU Link Manager online help).
15 Ensure that the Adaptive Transmit Power Control is OFF.
Repeat this procedure for the far-end IFU.
WARNING: Beware! Radio transmitter is ON when the
red light indicator on the back side of the Invisible Fiber™
unit is illuminated. Observe all radio frequency energy
exposure and service interruption cautions.
MISE EN GARDE : Attention ! Le poste émetteur est EN
MARCHE lorsque le témoin rouge sur le dos de l’unité
Invisible FiberMD est allumé. Respecter toutes les mises en
garde concernant l’exposition aux radiofréquences et
l’interruption de service.
Alignment Procedures
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WARNING – Radio Frequency energy: To comply with
FCC and Health Canada RF exposure requirements, a
minimum separation distance of 40 feet in front of the
Invisible FiberTM unit is required between this antenna
and all persons while the transmitter is ON. The radio
transmitter is ON when the red light indicator on the back
side of the radio enclosure is illuminated. Observe RF
energy exposure safety limits, applicable rules, and service
interruption cautions in the product manuals. Serious
bodily injury may result.
AVERTISSEMENT : ENERGIE AUX FRÉQUENCES
RADIOÉLECTRIQUES : afin d'être conforme aux
exigences concernant l'exposition RF du FCC et du
Ministère de la Santé Canadien, une distance de séparation
minimale de 40 pieds devant l'appareil Invisible Fiber™
est nécessaire entre cette antenne et toute personne
présente lorsque l'émetteur est allumé (ON). L'émetteur
radio est allumé (ON) lorsque le voyant lumineux rouge
situé au dos du boîtier radioélectrique est illuminé.
Veuillez observer les limites de sécurité concernant
l'exposition RF, les règles applicables et les avertissements
d'interruption de service indiqués dans les manuels
d'utilisation fournis avec le produit. Le non respect de ces
mesures de sécurité risquerait d'entraîner des blessures
corporelles grave.
Fine Aligning the IFU
28 GHz SONET OC-3 IFU Installation - R1.0 4-7
Fine Aligning the IFU
To align the far-end IFU:
1Ensure the near-end IFU transmitter is set to ON.
2Loosen the four vertical screws on the holding bracket.
WARNING: Beware! Radio transmitter is ON when the
red light indicator on the back side of the Invisible Fiber™
unit is illuminated. Observe all radio frequency energy
exposure and service interruption cautions.
MISE EN GARDE : Attention ! Le poste émetteur est EN
MARCHE lorsque le témoin rouge sur le dos de l’unité
Invisible FiberMD est allumé. Respecter toutes les mises en
garde concernant l’exposition aux radiofréquences et
l’interruption de service.
WARNING – Radio Frequency energy: To comply with
FCC and Health Canada RF exposure requirements, a
minimum separation distance of 40 feet in front of the
Invisible FiberTM unit is required between this antenna
and all persons while the transmitter is ON. The radio
transmitter is ON when the red light indicator on the back
side of the radio enclosure is illuminated. Observe RF
energy exposure safety limits, applicable rules, and service
interruption cautions in the product manuals. Serious
bodily injury may result.
AVERTISSEMENT : ENERGIE AUX FRÉQUENCES
RADIOÉLECTRIQUES : afin d'être conforme aux
exigences concernant l'exposition RF du FCC et du
Ministère de la Santé Canadien, une distance de séparation
minimale de 40 pieds devant l'appareil Invisible Fiber™
est nécessaire entre cette antenne et toute personne
présente lorsque l'émetteur est allumé (ON). L'émetteur
radio est allumé (ON) lorsque le voyant lumineux rouge
situé au dos du boîtier radioélectrique est illuminé.
Veuillez observer les limites de sécurité concernant
l'exposition RF, les règles applicables et les avertissements
d'interruption de service indiqués dans les manuels
d'utilisation fournis avec le produit. Le non respect de ces
mesures de sécurité risquerait d'entraîner des blessures
corporelles grave.
Alignment Procedures
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3While viewing the multimeter, sweep the IFU vertically by pointing the
IFU all the way up and then down. The measured voltage of the
multimeter displays a succession of peak signals as the IFU moves.
Specifically, the signal displays a “small” peak, a relatively higher peak,
and then redisplays the “small” peak. When the higher peak occurs, note
the approximate position of the IFU and the corresponding voltage value.
The peak voltage should be approximately 3 Vdc.
4Move the IFU to the higher peak position as indicated by the multimeter
display.
5Tighten the four vertical screws on the IFU mounting bracket.
6Loosen the horizontal alignment nut on the IFU mounting bracket.
7Sweep the IFU from the far left to the far right. The measured voltage of
the multimeter displays a succession of peak signals as the IFU moves.
When the higher peak occurs, note the approximate position of the IFU
and the corresponding voltage value.
8Move the IFU to the higher peak position as indicated by the multimeter
display.
9Tighten the horizontal alignment nut on the IFU mounting bracket.
Fine Aligning the IFU
28 GHz SONET OC-3 IFU Installation - R1.0 4-9
To align the near-end IFU:
1Ensure the far-end IFU transmitter is set to ON.
2Loosen the four vertical screws on the IFU mounting bracket.
WARNING: Beware! Radio transmitter is ON when the
red light indicator on the back side of the Invisible Fiber™
unit is illuminated. Observe all radio frequency energy
exposure and service interruption cautions.
MISE EN GARDE : Attention ! Le poste émetteur est EN
MARCHE lorsque le témoin rouge sur le dos de l’unité
Invisible FiberMD est allumé. Respecter toutes les mises en
garde concernant l’exposition aux radiofréquences et
l’interruption de service.
WARNING – Radio Frequency energy: To comply with
FCC and Health Canada RF exposure requirements, a
minimum separation distance of 40 feet in front of the
Invisible FiberTM unit is required between this antenna
and all persons while the transmitter is ON. The radio
transmitter is ON when the red light indicator on the back
side of the radio enclosure is illuminated. Observe RF
energy exposure safety limits, applicable rules, and service
interruption cautions in the product manuals. Serious
bodily injury may result.
AVERTISSEMENT : ENERGIE AUX FRÉQUENCES
RADIOÉLECTRIQUES : afin d'être conforme aux
exigences concernant l'exposition RF du FCC et du
Ministère de la Santé Canadien, une distance de séparation
minimale de 40 pieds devant l'appareil Invisible Fiber™
est nécessaire entre cette antenne et toute personne
présente lorsque l'émetteur est allumé (ON). L'émetteur
radio est allumé (ON) lorsque le voyant lumineux rouge
situé au dos du boîtier radioélectrique est illuminé.
Veuillez observer les limites de sécurité concernant
l'exposition RF, les règles applicables et les avertissements
d'interruption de service indiqués dans les manuels
d'utilisation fournis avec le produit. Le non respect de ces
mesures de sécurité risquerait d'entraîner des blessures
corporelles grave.
Alignment Procedures
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3While viewing the multimeter, sweep the IFU vertically by pointing the
IFU all the way up and then down. The measured voltage of the
multimeter displays a succession of peak signals as the IFU moves.
Specifically, the signal displays a “small” peak, a relatively higher peak,
and then redisplays the “small” peak. When the higher peak occurs, note
the approximate position of the IFU and the corresponding voltage value.
The peak voltage should be approximately 3 Vdc.
4Move the IFU to the higher peak position as indicated by the multimeter
display.
5Tighten the four vertical screws on the IFU mounting bracket.
6Loosen the horizontal alignment nut on the IFU mounting bracket.
7Sweep the IFU from the far left to the far right. The measured voltage of
the multimeter displays a succession of peak signals as the IFU moves.
When the higher peak occurs, note the approximate position of the
IFUand the corresponding voltage value.
8Move the IFU to the higher peak position as indicated by the multimeter
display.
9Tighten the horizontal alignment nut on the IFU mounting bracket.
10 Access the IFU Link Manager application and enable Adaptive Transmit
Power Control for both the near-end and the far-end IFUs (refer to IFU
Link Manager online help).
11 Record the minimum, maximum, and actual RSSI levels set for the IFU in
Table A-3 on page A-2 and Table A-5 on page A-3.
12 Turn off the laptop computers, disconnect the test cables, and replace the
protective caps on the IFU test connectors.
13 Secure all IFU cabling with UV-rated tie-wraps. Continue to tie wrap the
cables every 18 inches until they enter the building.
NOTE: Refer to your project manager or liaison for commissioning
procedures applicable to your network.
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5Removing an IFU
This chapter provides the procedures for removing an IFU.
The following topics are included in this chapter:
Servicing an IFU
Removing an IFU
NOTE: Observe all federal and local laws, regulations,
electrical codes, building codes, fire codes, and licensing
agreements.
Il faut respecter l’ensemble des lois, règlements, codes d’électrique,
codes du bâtiment et codes des incendies du gouvernement fédéral
et des municipalités ainsi que tous les contrats de licence.
NOTE: Failure to follow the installation procedure described
in the Triton Network Systems’ product documentation may
result in damage to the Invisible Fiber™ unit and render the
unit unusable. Read through the entire installation procedure
before beginning installation.
L’inobservation de la procédure d’installation décrite dans la
documentation du produit fournie par la société Triton Network
Systems peut endommager l’unité Invisible FiberMD et la rendre
inutilisable.
CAUTION: The Invisible Fiber™ unit contains no owner
or user serviceable parts. Opening the radio unit or
tampering with any of its seals voids all warranties.
MISE EN GARDE : L’unité Invisible Fibermd contient
pas de parts utilés par le propriétaire ou l’usager.
Ouverture de l’unité de la radio ou toucher aux scelles rend
toute garantie nulle et non avenue.
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Servicing an IFU
Servicing an IFU is done at the factory. To service the IFU, remove it and
replace it with a new IFU. Send the IFU requiring service to the factory (See
Contacting Triton Network Systems, Inc. on page xiii).
Removing an IFU
Removing an IFU is a two-part process:
1Removing the power and fiber optic cables from the IFU.
2Removing the IFU from the mounting bracket.
Removing Cables
To remove power and fiber optic cables from the IFU:
CAUTION: Ensure that the – 48 Vdc power source is set
to the OFF position before attaching power cables to the
Invisible Fiber™ unit.
MISE EN GARDE : S’assurer que le bloc d’alimentation
– 48 V CC est en position HORS TENSION avant
d’attacher les câbles d’alimentation à l’unité Invisible
FiberMD.
WARNING: Never touch exposed fiber with any part of
your body. Fiber fragments can enter the skin and are
difficult to detect and remove.
AVERTISSEMENT : Ne jamais laisser une fibre nue
entrer en contact avec une partie quelconque du corps. Des
fragments de fibre peuvent entrer dans la peau, et sont
difficiles à déceler et à enlever.
Removing an IFU
28 GHz SONET OC-3 IFU Installation - R1.0 5-3
1Set the – 48 Vdc power source or contact breaker to the OFF position for
the IFU to be removed.
2Remove the power and fiber optic cables from the IFU locations as shown
in Figure 5-1.
3Replace dust caps on the exposed IFU and cable connectors.
Figure 5-1. IFU Cable Connections
CAUTION: Ensure the outside optical fiber connectors
are environmentally protected. Failure to do so may cause
contamination of the fiber surfaces.
MISE EN GARDE : S’assurer que les raccords extérieurs
fibre optique sont protégés contre l’environnement.
L’absence d’une telle protection peut entraîner la
contamination des surfaces des fibres.
Transmit
Indicator
Optical Fiber
Power
Alarm/Test
Earth
Ground
Cable
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Removing an IFU from a Mounting Bracket
To remove an IFU from its mounting bracket:
1Remove the nut (6), lock washer (5), flat washer (4), and earth ground
strap from the bottom bolt of the mounting bracket (1) (see Figure 5-2).
2Remove the two snap rings (3) from the mounting studs (7) as shown in
Figure 5-2.
3Disengage the top IFU clamp and remove the IFU (2) from the mounting
bracket (1) as shown in Figure 5-2.
CAUTION: Lifting hazard: Two people are required to
lift the Invisible Fiber™ unit. Grasp the Invisible Fiber™
unit underneath the lower edge and lift with both hands. To
prevent injury, keep your back straight and lift with your
legs, not your back. To prevent damage to the Invisible
Fiber™ unit and components, never attempt to lift the
radio by the attached cables.
MISE EN GARDE : Danger de levage. Il faut deux
personnes pour soulever l’unité Invisible FiberMD. Saisir
l’unité Invisible FiberMD au-dessous du rebord inférieur,
puis soulever l’unité avec les deux mains. Pour éviter les
lésions corporelles, garder le dos en position verticale et
soulever l’unité en utilisant les jambes et non pas les reins.
Pour éviter l’endommagement de l’unité Invisible FiberMD
et de ses composants, ne jamais essayer de soulever la
radio en tirant sur les câbles qui y sont attachés.
CAUTION: Keep tools and parts away from walkways.
When carrying large, heavy equipment (such as the
Invisible Fiber™ unit), obstacles (such as hand tools,
cables, or components) may not be easily visible and can
cause accidents.
MISE EN GARDE : Garder les outils et les pièces loin
des allées. Lorsqu’on transporte des équipements lourds et
à grandes dimensions (tels que l’unité Invisible FiberMD),
les obstacles (tels que les outils à main, les câbles ou les
composants) sont parfois difficiles à voir et peuvent causer
des accidents.
Packing an IFU for Shipment
28 GHz SONET OC-3 IFU Installation - R1.0 5-5
Figure 5-2. IFU Removal
4To install a new IFU, see Installing an IFU on page 3-22 and Attaching
IFU Cables on page 3-25.
Packing an IFU for Shipment
Use the original packing material to ship the IFU to the factory. If packing
material is not available, contact Triton Network Systems (see Contacting
Triton Network Systems, Inc. on page xiii).
Legend
Item
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Description
IFU Mounting Bracket
IFU
Snap Ring
Flat Washer (3/8")
Lock Washer (3/8")
Nut (3/8")
Mounting Stud
Qty
1
1
2
1
1
1
2
1
3
4
5
6
IFU
Ground
Cable
7
Building
Ground
Cable
Top
Clamp
2
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To package an IFU for shipment:
1Make sure the following packaging materials are present:
Delivery box
Protective base
Radome protector sleeve
Protective covers
Figure 5-3. IFU Packaging Materials
2Place protective covers over the optical fiber and power connectors and
position the alarm cable as shown in Figure 5-4.
Figure 5-4. IFU Preparation
Radome
Protective
Protector Sleeve
Protective
Cover Base
IFU Bracket
Mount Locations
Rear of
Delivery Box
Position
Place
Protective
Covers
Cable
As Shown
Packing an IFU for Shipment
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3Lower the IFU into the box in which the IFU was delivered. Make sure
the protective base is placed at the bottom of the box and the IFU bracket
mount locations are aligned securely within the spaces provided.
NOTE: Do not pick up the IFU by grasping the top of the radome
cover. Using both hands, grasp the IFU on either side of the IFU rear
and gently lower the IFU into the delivery box.
Figure 5-5. Positioning the IFU
4Insert the radome protector sleeve in the spaces provided on both sides of
the radome. The protective cardboard flap fits between the radome and
the rear of the IFU. The protective styrofoam flap fits between the radome
and the front of the box.
Figure 5-6. Inserting the Radome Protector Sleeve
IFU
IFU
Radome
Rear of
Rear
Delivery Box
Radome
Box Rear
Protective
Protector
Sleeve
Rear of
Delivery Box
Cardboard
Flap
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5Position the protective cover by inserting the styrofoam edges around the
back and sides of the IFU as shown below.
Figure 5-7. Placing the Protective Cover
6Complete packing the IFU by securing the delivery box. Secure the box
by folding in the box flaps and taping the flaps together.
Figure 5-8. Securing the Delivery Box
Protective
Radome
Protector
Sleeve
Cover
Rear of
Delivery Box
Tape
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AIFU Test Results
This appendix contains tables for recording the power, fiber optic, and
alignment test data. This appendix includes the following tables:
Table A-1 shows the results of the Power Source Test.
Table A-2 shows the results of the Alarm Cable Verification Test.
Table A-3 shows the results of the Fiber Optic Test.
Table A-4 shows the results of Alignment Test.
IFU Test Results
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Power Source Test
SONET OC-3 Fiber Optic Test
Far-End Test
Table A-1. Power Supply Test Results
Pins Results Pass Criteria Pass/Fail
IFU Alpha - A & C – 46 Vdc to – 56 Vdc
IFU Alpha - B & H – 46 Vdc to – 56 Vdc
IFU Beta - A & C – 46 Vdc to – 56 Vdc
IFU Beta - B & H – 46 Vdc to – 56 Vdc
IFU Gamma - A & C – 46 Vdc to – 56 Vdc
IFU Gamma - B & H – 46 Vdc to – 56 Vdc
Table A-2. SONET OC-3 Fiber Optic Test Results
IFU Alpha Test Adapter
End
Fiber Signal Strength
>– 5.0 dBm @ 1310 nm
IFU Beta Test Adapter
End
IFU Alpha Interconnect TX IFU Beta Interconnect RX
IFU Alpha Interconnect RX IFU Beta Interconnect TX
Table A-3. Far-End Test Results #1
IFU Number
Min/Max
Signal
Strength
IFU Signal
Strength Set Pass/Fail
Near-End Test
28 GHz SONET OC-3 IFU Installation - R1.0 A-3
Near-End Test
Table A-4. Far-End Test Results #2
IFU Number
Min/Max
Signal
Strength
IFU Signal
Strength Set Pass/Fail
Table A-5. Near-End Test Results #1
IFU Number
Min/Max
Signal
Strength
IFU Signal
Strength Set Pass/Fail
Table A-6. Near-End Test Results #2
IFU Number
Min/Max
Signal
Strength
IFU Signal
Strength Set Pass/Fail
IFU Test Results
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Product Glossary glossary-1
Invisible Fiber™ Product
Glossary
10BaseFL
Part of the IEEE 802.1j standard for 10 Mbps Ethernet fiber.
10BaseT
IEEE 802.3 standard specifying Ethernet over unshielded twisted pair cables.
99.999% availability
(Also known as five 9s availability.) Amount of time the system is expected to
be available. If the system is available 99.999% of the time, expected down
time is approximately six minutes per year, derived as follows:
Days per year X hours per day X (100–99.999) ÷=100 X 60 =
365.25 X 24 X (100–99.999) ÷ 100 X 60 = 5.2 minutes
100BaseFX
Part of the IEEE 802.3u standard for 100 Mbps Ethernet over fiber.
A
ABAM
A designation of Lucent Technologies for 22 gauge, 110 ohm, insulated,
twisted-pair cable used to connect an ADM switch to a T1 distribution panel.
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Add/Drop Multiplexer (ADM)
A device that provides an interface between the different signals in a digital
T-carrier or SONET network. When an ADM is inserted in a transmission
line, it enables lower rate signals to be extracted (dropped) and transported
differently (electrical or optical). Similarly, a lower rate signal can be inserted
(added) into a higher rate signal.
ADM
See Add/Drop Multiplexer (ADM).
AIS
See Alarm Indication Signal (AIS).
Alarm Indication Signal (AIS)
A special signal that is transmitted to downstream equipment for specific
equipment fault conditions.
antenna
A mechanical device that can convert electrical signals to and from
electromagnetic waves. An IFU contains an antenna.
Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM)
A cell-based protocol, developed by the ITU-T, for transmitting and switching
voice, video, and data traffic. ATM technology does not use a fixed timing
reference, hence the name asynchronous.
ATM
See Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM).
atmospheric absorption
Amount of energy lost when radio waves are transmitted due to the presence
of atmospheric gases.
attenuation
The reduction in the strength of a signal measured in dB. See also
propagation loss.
ADD/DROP
MULTIPLEXER
Signals added and dropped
at an intermediate point in
the transmission (via a
multiplexer)
Communication Flow
Product Glossary glossary-3
azimuth
The horizontal angle the radiating lobe of an antenna makes. When you adjust
an IFU by its azimuth, you move it on its horizontal plane (left to right or right
to left).
B
backbone
A backbone is the transport path that provides connectivity to other paths. On
the Internet or a WAN, the backbone is a series of paths to which local,
regional, or global networks connect.
backhaul
A transmission path used to move traffic to/from a remote location from/to a
central location. (The verb form is back haul.)
bandwidth
The range of frequencies over which a signal is transmitted.
BER
See Bit Error Rate (BER).
Bit Error Rate (BER)
The number of bit errors detected – displayed as the ratio of the average
number of errored bits in a given number of bits sent. The BER is used to
measure transmission quality. For example, a BER of 10–12 is equivalent to
one error in a trillion bits, which means that for:
SONET OC-3, one error bit is detected approximately every 1.8
hours.
Fast Ethernet, one error bit is detected approximately every 2.8 hours.
BNC connector
Bayonet Neil-Concelman connector. A bayonet type of connector for coaxial
cables in an Ethernet network.
C
Central Office (CO)
Location at which one or more switches reside for aggregating voice or data
traffic.
Central Processing Unit (CPU)
Central controller that coordinates functions in the IFU.
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channel
Physical medium through which signals are transmitted. In optical fiber
transmissions, a channel is a separate wavelength of light within a combined
multiplexed light stream.
channelization
Logically subdividing a frequency (normally assigned by a regulatory agency
for the delivery of broadband wireless services).
CLEC
See Competitive Local Exchange Carrier (CLEC).
CO
See Central Office (CO).
co-channel interference
Interference between signals transmitted within one radio frequency channel.
colocation
Space set aside for a customer’s telecommunications equipment on the service
provider’s premises. For example, a web site owner could place its computer
server on the premises of an ISP, or an ISP could locate its network router at a
company that supplies switching services to other ISPs.
Competitive Local Exchange Carrier (CLEC)
Independent company that competes with the already established local
telephone company by providing its own network and switching. CLEC
distinguishes a new or potential competitor from an established local
exchange carrier (LEC). The term originated from the Telecommunications
Act of 1996, which was intended to promote competition among
long-distance and local phone service providers.
commissioning
Tasks required to enable equipment to be placed in a live network. IFU
commissioning tasks include configuration and antenna alignment.
configuration management
The process of setting equipment attributes that enables equipment to function
as intended.
consecutive point
Network architecture implemented via a point-to-point-to-point design.
CPE
See Customer Premise Equipment (CPE).
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CPU
See Central Processing Unit (CPU).
Crane rain model
System of formulas, charts, and maps developed by Robert K. Crane to depict
a global prediction of attenuation caused by rain. See also rain attenuation.
Customer Premise Equipment (CPE)
Equipment (such as telephones and computers) installed at a customer’s
office.
customer site
Network equipment configuration for a location at which network access is
provided in a carrier’s consecutive point network.
D
dB
See decibel (dB).
decibel (dB)
The unit of measurement for signal strength, usually the ratio between a
transmitted signal and a standard signal source.
demarcation point
Logical dividing point between equipment and a network.
DNS
See Domain Name System (DNS).
domain name
Name that identifies one or more IP addresses. For example,
triton-network.com is a domain name.
Domain Name System (DNS)
A utility that translates an IP address into a domain name and vice versa. For
example: triton-network.com translates to 208.206.40.131.
E
Element Management System (EMS)
Software application used to manage network equipment.
EMS
See Element Management System (EMS).
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Ethernet
Generic term for the IEEE 802.3 standard network transmission protocol.
exciter
An oscillator that enables a tuner to change its frequency.
F
fade margin
Amount of signal reduction a receiver can tolerate and continue to maintain
satisfactory performance.
far-end IFU
a) IFU at the other end of the link in the network (during site evaluation).
b) Second IFU installed in a linked pair of IFUs.
See also near-end IFU.
Fast Ethernet
Generic term for a IEEE standard network 100 Mbps transmission protocol.
fault management
Software that reports and identifies the source of network faults.
fiber optics
Technology in which information is transmitted as light impulses from one
point to another through extremely thin glass or plastic wire or fiber.
fixed wireless system
Communication system that uses radio spectrum to provide services to
locations that are not mobile.
forward error correction
A system in which redundant information is generated at the transmitted end
so that the receiving unit can detect, locate, and correct any errors before
delivering the transmission.
free space propagation loss
Normal signal attenuation of radio waves transmitted through free space. Free
space loss increases logarithmically with increased hop distance.
Product Glossary glossary-7
Fresnel zone
A diffraction zone around the line-of-sight path between two points as shown
in the following illustration.
The line of sight, including the Fresnel zone, must be clear of obstructions to
ensure communication between the IFUs.
G
gateway
A network point that aggregates traffic and acts as an entrance to another
network.
gateway site
Network equipment configuration for a location that aggregates customer
traffic in a consecutive point network for access to and from the Internet.
general purpose input (GPI)
The input ports on the IFU provide external control of equipment or detection
of external alarms. Each IFU contains two GPI ports.
GPI
See general purpose input (GPI).
H
histogram
A graphical representation of the distribution of a performance parameter.
hop distance
The distance between two communicating IFUs. One objective in network
design is to design link hop distances so that the RF path loss does not exceed
the path loss allowance for the required availability or grade of service.
2 Miles
Fresnel Zone
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HP OpenView™
Hewlett Packard’s network management product consisting of a suite of
software tools that enable network operations staff to manage the elements in
a network. HP OpenView Network Node Manager™ and the IFU Link
Manager software provide complete element management functions for an
IFU network.
hub
A location in a network where data is aggregated and forwarded to its
destination. A hub contains a switch and a router.
I
IFU
Invisible Fiber™ unit. Outdoor fixed-wireless device, designed to fiber-optic
specifications, that combines antenna, transceiver, modem, and controller
modules to transport high-bandwidth network-grade broadband telephony and
data services.
IFU Link Manager
Triton Network Systems’ software application that provides fault,
performance, configuration, and security management functions, enabling
onsite technicians and network management staff to configure and monitor
IFUs.
ILEC
See Incumbent Local Exchange Carrier (ILEC).
Incumbent Local Exchange Carrier (ILEC)
A generic term for the Regional Bell Operating Company (RBOC) or local
carrier that was providing local telephone service when the
Telecommunications Act of 1996 was enacted.
indoor repeater site
Location used to extend a consecutive point network to enable future
customer access.
interconnect
A circuit administration point that provides capability for routing and
re-routing circuits.
Internet Protocol (IP)
A connectionless network layer protocol used for forwarding individual
packets from one intermediate destination (typically a router) to another on
the way to their final destination.
Product Glossary glossary-9
Internet Service Provider (ISP)
An operator that provides its customers access to the Internet.
Invisible Fiber™ unit
See IFU.
IP
See Internet Protocol (IP).
ISP
See Internet Service Provider (ISP).
ITU rain model
System of formulas, charts, and maps developed by the International
Telecommunication Union (ITU) to characterize rain attenuation.
J
Java™
A C++-like, object-oriented programming language, created by Sun
Microsystems and used to build client and server applications that run on any
hardware platform where a Java virtual machine resides.
Java™ Runtime Environment (JRE)
Software platform that enables Java applications to execute. The IFU Link
Manager software requires JRE.
JRE
See Java ™ Runtime Environment (JRE).
Java™ virtual machine
Software, created for specific hardware platforms (microprocessors), that
interprets compiled Java code (bytecode) using the microprocessor’s set of
instructions. Java virtual machines enable any Java application (bytecode) to
run on any platform without requiring the programmer to rewrite or recompile
the application for each platform.
L
LAN
See Local Area Network (LAN).
line of sight
Straight line of space between a transmitter and receiver. The space between a
transmitter and receiver must be clear of obstructions because the
transmission media (such as microwave, infrared, and laser) travel in a
perfectly straight line.
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link angles
GPS (Global Positioning System) coordinates of the angle for an IFU linked
pair.
link budget
The sum of transmission gains and losses between transmitter and receiver.
The total should be equal to or less than the system gain. The link budget is
configured using the transmitted signal power, receiver sensitivity, and
antenna gains.
link manager
See IFU Link Manager.
LMDS
See Local Multipoint Distribution Service (LMDS).
Local Area Network (LAN)
An integrated data communication network (linking computers and peripheral
devices) designed to provide services to a closed user community. See also
MAN and WAN.
Local Multipoint Distribution Service (LMDS)
Broadband wireless spectrum over which telephony and data services are
delivered.
loop back
Directing signals back toward the transmitting device at some point along the
communications path. Used as a method for troubleshooting.
M
MAN
Metropolitan Area Network. Integrated data communication network within a
city. See also LAN and MAN.
Management Information Base (MIB)
A collection of statistics and variables residing on an SNMP-managed device.
The statistics allow collection of performance data and the variables allow
configuration of the device.
MIB
See Management Information Base (MIB).
microwave radio
Device that uses microwave frequencies (3–300 GHz) for consecutive point
communication.
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Millimeter Wave (MMW)
The frequency range between 30 and 300 GHz.
MMIC
See Monolithic Microwave Integrated Circuit (MMIC).
MMW
See Millimeter Wave (MMW).
modem
MOdulator, DEModulator. A device that converts between analog and digital
signaling.
modulation
Act of encoding information onto a carrier signal.
Monolithic Microwave Integrated Circuit (MMIC)
Integrated circuit technology that provides two-watt linear power at the Tx
port of the RF power amplifier.
multi-mode fiber
Optical fiber designed to carry multiple carrier signals concurrently, each at a
slightly different reflection angle within core of the optical fiber. See also
single-mode fiber.
multiplexer
Device that aggregates traffic into a single medium.
N
NE
See Network Element (NE).
near-end IFU
a) IFU at the location being evaluated.
b) First IFU installed in a linked pair of IFUs.
See also far-end IFU.
net mask
A filter used to determine the portion of a network an IP address belongs to.
Using 208.206.40.131 as an example:
208.206 identifies the class B network
40.131 identifies a host on this network.
Network Element (NE)
Single piece of equipment in the network.
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Network Interface Card (NIC)
Interface between physical transmitter layer and modem.
network management
The policies, procedures, and tools that enable an operator to monitor and
manage network elements.
Network Management System (NMS)
Integrated, comprehensive system of equipment used for monitoring and
managing network elements.
Network Operations Center (NOC)
Location at which monitoring and management of a network might take place.
network provisioning
Act of configuring IFU network hardware and software to make the network
operational.
NIC
See Network Interface Card (NIC).
NMS
See Network Management System (NMS).
NOC
See Network Operations Center (NOC).
Not REPorting (NREP)
Condition indicated from the Network Monitor which is triggered when more
than 135 seconds elapse without status information being received by the
Network Monitor from a particular IFU.
NREP
See Not REPorting (NREP).
O
OAM&P
Operations, Administration, Maintenance, and Provisioning. Describes a
piece of equipment or personnel required to manage a network.
OC-3
Optical Carrier level 3. Optical signal designed to receive and transmit
SONET. A pure OC-3 SONET channel carries 155.52 Mbps.
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OC-12
Optical Carrier level 12. Optical signal designed to receive and transmit
SONET. A pure OC-12 SONET channel carries 622.08 Mbps.
OC-48
Optical Carrier level 48. Optical signal designed to receive and transmit
SONET. A pure OC-48 SONET channel carries 2.4 Gbps.
operating system (OS)
Program that loads when a computer is booted and manages all the other
applications in the computer.
OS
See Operating System (OS).
outdoor repeater site
Location used to extend a consecutive point network.
P
password
A string of characters entered by a user, typically in a Login window, to gain
access to a computer system.
path loss allowance
The net amount of amplification given to the signal in an IFU link, including
margins for adequate received SNR and channel fading. In other words, path
loss allowance is equal to the system gain plus the antenna gains.
payload
User traffic transported over a network
Point Of Presence (POP)
Umbrella name referring to the location of the physical access point where
user traffic is aggregated.
polarization
Directional orientation of a radio wave electric field. Some radio
communication systems can exploit polarization differences to reduce
interference from nearby links.
POP
See Point Of Presence (POP).
power source
A separate unit or part of a circuit that supplies power to the rest of the circuit
or to a system.
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propagation loss
Signal attenuation that occurs during transmission.
provisioning
Act of configuring the gateway routers and the site equipment to enable a
customer to receive service.
Q
QAM
Quadrature Amplitude Modulation. Transmitted signal defined by amplitude
and phase.
R
Radio Frequency (RF)
An electromagnetic wave frequency from approximately 3 KHz to
approximately 300 GHz. Includes the frequencies used for radio and
television transmission.
radio overhead
IFU communication channel in addition to the payload.
rain attenuation
Transmit signal loss due to rain.
Received Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI)
Received Signal Strength Indicator (also known as RSL, Received Signal
Level). A measured value from a receiver describing the received signal level
or strength.
receiver
Telecommunication equipment device that captures and converts a
transmitted signal to the required format.
reference oscillator
A device that generates a precise radio frequency signal to be used as a
reference.
RF
See Radio Frequency (RF).
RF spectrum
Range of available radio frequencies.
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router
A layer-3 physical device that aggregates and directs network traffic based on
TCP/IP.
RS-232
Recommended standard physical interface (connector) for electrical,
functional, and mechanical communication interfaces between computers,
terminals, and modems.
RSL
See Received Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI).
RSSI
See Received Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI).
S
security management
System to protect a network from invalid access.
Signal Quality Metric (SQM)
Ratio of bit energy to noise power spectral density. The SQM value relates to
transmission and receiver signal quality.
Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP)
Industry standard protocol used to communicate between elements and
management systems in a network.
single-mode fiber
Optical fiber that allows only a single ray of light to propagate as a carrier. See
also multi-mode fiber.
site drawing
Graphic depiction, which shows the location of all IFU-related components
drawn by a contractor and designee. A site drawing is a component of a site
engineering folder.
site engineering folder
Documentation based on the information gathered during the site survey and
product requirement specifications.
SNMP
See Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP).
SONET
See Synchronous Optical NETwork (SONET).
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SNR
Signal-to-Noise Ratio. The SNR measures the quality of the intended signal
versus any background noise. Usually expressed in decibels (dB).
SQM
See Signal Quality Metric (SQM).
staging
Installation phase during which equipment might be integrated and made
ready for deployment.
subnet mask
See net mask.
switch
A network device that selects the path for sending traffic to its next
destination.
Synchronous Optical NETwork (SONET)
Standard protocol that defines a group of fiber-optic transmission rates that
can transmit various bit-rate signals inside a broadband synchronous signal.
SONET was designed to allow for a multi-vendor environment.
system gain
The ratio of transmit power to receiver sensitivity, usually expressed in dB.
This ratio usually does not include antenna gain.
T
TCM
See Trellis Coded Modulation (TCM).
TCP/IP
See Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP).
Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)
Family of data communication protocols universally implemented on the
Internet.TCP is a transport layer protocol used for reliable,
connection-oriented communication between two applications.
transceiver
Abbreviation for a transmitter and receiver.
transmitter
Device that converts signals for transmission.
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Trellis Coded Modulation (TCM)
The goal of TCM is the same as other error correction schemes – to increase
data rate by adding redundancy to reduce error. TCM uses redundancy to
enhance the signal detection process.
Trellis encoding rate
Rate of TCM. (See Trellis Coded Modulation (TCM).)
Tx
Transmitted signal or transmitter.
V
Virtual Private Network (VPN)
Private network that is built on top of a public network.
VPN
See Virtual Private Network (VPN).
W
WAN
See Wide Area Network (WAN).
Wide Area Network (WAN)
High-speed network that connects networks over a large geographical area.
(See also LAN and MAN.)
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28 GHz SONET OC-3 IFU Installation - R1.0 index-1
Index
A
aligning
near-end IFU 4-3
B
bracket
attached to wall 3-7
mounting 3-7
pole mount 3-8
removing IFU from 5-4
C
cable 1-2
connections 3-25
fiber optic 1-2
continuity test 3-18–3-21, 3-22
power 1-2
input test 3-11
input test results form A-2
verify connection 2-4–2-5
removing 5-2
verify connection
setup 2-4
cautions
personal injury xvii
convention xv
service interruption xviii
convention xv
cleaning
fiber optic cable
procedure 3-19
commissioning
setup 4-2
commissioning tools 4-2
components
fiber optic cable, installing 3-13
IFU bracket, mounting 3-7
power cables, installing 3-9
configuration 2-1
defined 2-1
parts list 2-1
procedure 2-2
setup 2-6
staging area 2-1
contacting Triton Network Systems, Inc. xiii
conventions
warnings and safety
English xv
fiber optic warning xv
French xxi
risk of electrical shock xv
risk of personal injury xv
risk of radio frequency energy exposure
xv
risk of service interruption xv
D
danger
fiber optics xvi
high current hazard xvi
high voltage hazard xvi
demarcation jumper cables 3-17
demarcation panel
connections 3-15
E
earth ground 1-3
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electrical shock warnings xvi
convention xv
engineering folder 1-1
F
far-end IFU
defined 3-22
test 4-10
results form A-2
FCC RF safety requirement 3-7
fiber optic cable 1-2
cleaning procedure 3-19
continuity test 3-18–3-21, 3-22
installing 3-13
testing procedure 3-21
fiber optic warnings xvi
convention xv
G
gounding system
earth ground 1-3
I
IFU
aligning near-end 4-3
bracket
See bracket
commissioning
far-end 4-7
far-end test 4-10
far-end test results form A-2
near-end test results form A-3
determining mounting location 3-5
FCC RF safety 3-7
installing 3-22
mounting 3-24
part number 2-2
pole setup 3-8
power termination
wiring diagram 3-11
removing from bracket 5-4
requirement for mounting on roof
pole mount 3-5
wall mount 3-5
servicing 5-2
wall mount setup 3-7
IFU Link Manager
defined 1-2
for commissioning 4-2
installation
attaching cables to IFU 3-25
cable requirements 1-2
fiber optic cable 3-13
IFU 3-22
IFU components 3-3
fiber optic cable 3-13
power cable 3-9
overview 1-1
power cables 3-9
power source requirements 1-2
setup 3-2
J
jumper
demarcation box connections 3-17
jumper cables
demarcation 3-17
L
lifting guideline 2-3
M
maintenance 5-2
mises en garde xxv
mounting
IFU 3-24
IFU bracket 3-7
IFU requirements
pole mount 3-5
wall mount 3-5
N
National Electrical Code (NEC) 1-3
near-end IFU
aligning 4-3
defined 3-22
test 4-10
results form A-3
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O
optical fiber
See fiber optic
P
part number 2-2
parts list
configuration 2-1
site installation 3-2
personal injury
cautions xvii
electrical shock warnings xvi
fiber optics warnings xvi
pole mount 3-8
pole mount IFU 3-5
power cable 1-2
hookup 2-4
IFU power termination
wiring diagram 3-11
installing 3-9
test 3-11
results form A-2
verify connection 2-4–2-5
wiring diagram 3-10
power source 1-2
precautions xix
procedure
aligning near-end IFU 4-3
configuration 2-2
determining IFU mounting location 3-5
fiber optic cable
cleaning 3-19
testing 3-21
installing fiber optic cable 3-13
cleaning 3-19
testing 3-21
installing power cables 3-9
mounting IFU bracket 3-7
removing cables 5-2
removing IFU from bracket 5-4
R
radio frequency
energy exposure
convention xv
warnings xvi
removing
IFU cables 5-2
IFU from bracket 5-4
risk
electrical shock
convention xv
warnings xvi
fiber optics
convention xv
warnings xvi
other precautions xix
personal injury
cautions xvii
convention xv
radio frequency energy exposure
convention xv
warnings xvi
service interruption
cautions xviii
convention xv
risque
câbles à fibres optiques xxii
convention xxi
d’interruption de service xxiv
convention xxi
de lésions corporelles xxiii
convention xxi
décharge électrique xxii
convention xxi
l’exposition de l’énergie radiofréquences
xxiii
convention xxi
roof requirements
FCC RF safety 3-7
IFU mounting requirements
pole mount 3-5
wall mount 3-5
S
safety requirement, FCC RF 3-7
service 5-2
setup
commissioning IFUs 4-2
configuration 2-6
installing IFUs 3-2
pole mounted bracket 3-8
verify connection 2-4
wall mounted bracket 3-7
site engineering folder 1-1
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site installation
parts list 3-2
tools 3-2
staging
See configuration
surge suppression 1-3
defined 1-3
T
test
far-end IFU 4-10
results form A-2
fiber optic continuity 3-18–3-21, 3-22
near-end IFU 4-10
results form A-3
power cable 3-11
results form A-2
power cable connection 2-4–2-5
testing
fiber optic cable
procedure 3-21
tools
commissioning 4-2
site installation 3-2
Typical SONET OC-3 3-17
W
wall mount 3-7
wall mount, IFU 3-5
warnings
risk from fiber optics xvi
convention xv
risk of electrical shock xvi
convention xv
risk of radio frequency energy exposure xvi
convention xv