1.1.4 Airflow and cooling CAUTION The chassis uses forced air-cooling internally. It is imperative that GroomerII systems are operated with all covers fitted and that none of the ventilation holes/slots on the front, or rear of the chassis are obstructed.
Carrier grade groomerII – installation guide 1.1.5 Power connections The Carrier Grade GroomerII is supplied as either an AC or a DC powered system. The system will auto adjust to the supplied voltage in AC and DC installations (115 or 230 VAC and -48VDC, see appendix D).
Carrier Grade GroomerII – Installation Guide 1.1.8 Connecting DC power Each DC power module has a 2 pin socket as shown below (D). The mating plug is polarised, and secured by two screws to prevent accidental disconnection. Each DC power cable has two terminals to wire to the DC supply. The positive connection is carried on the red wire and the negative on the black wire.
Carrier grade groomerII – installation guide 2U chassis physical details The chassis is designed to fit into 19 inch rack mounting cabinets commonly found in telecoms switch room and data centre environments. Width Depth Height Weight With rack mounts 435mm 508mm 87.6mm Approx 20kg Without rack 430mm 508mm 87.6mm Approx 18kg...
Carrier Grade GroomerII – Installation Guide • B Reset switch • C – • D ID switch • E Critical fault (amber) • F Major alarm (amber) • G Minor alarm (amber) • H Power fault (amber) • I ID indicator (white) •...
E1/T1 trunk connections Each connector carries connections for two trunks, which must be split into separate RJ45 connectors prior to attaching to network equipment. Please consult the GroomerII User Guide for information on identifying trunks. 11 of 44...
Ethernet switch. Cabling GroomerII is connected to other network equipment via CAT 5, 5e, 6 or 6e cables. There are two types of interface and they have different pin assignments. The pin-out of the RJ45/48 connectors for both E1/T1 and Ethernet connections are detailed below.
Carrier grade groomerII – installation guide 1.7.1 120 Ohm E1 or 100 Ohm T1 trunk connections The system will be provisioned with up to three telecoms interface cards, each of which has four E1/T1 connectors. In order to provide 8 trunks per card, each connector carries the wiring for two trunks, and an external splitter cable is required to break these out to individual E1/T1 RJ45 sockets.
Some legacy E1 PSTN networks require 75 Ohm trunk connection. The default impedance for E1 trunks in the GroomerII is 120 Ohm. It is important to confirm with the network operator which impedance the PSTN is using during the installation process, as a mismatch can lead to signal degradation and erratic equipment behaviour that is difficult to diagnose later.
Carrier grade groomerII – installation guide 1.7.3 10/100 Ethernet VoIP Traffic connections This connector is wired to provide two 10/100 LAN interfaces for VoIP traffic. Signal Direction TxA+ output TxA- output RxA+ input RxA- input TxB+ output TxB- output RxB+...
Carrier Grade GroomerII – Installation Guide NOTE When connecting the VoIP traffic port to a 10/100BaseT network, the Ethernet cable adapter should be used. It must always be used when connecting to a gigabit Ethernet switch. 1.7.4 1000BaseT Ethernet IP signalling connection There will be a single IP signalling connection per system, and this connector carries an eight wire Ethernet connection, which does not require an external splitter.
If connected to network equipment that is not Gigabit capable, the interface will attempt to negotiate the highest data rate available. The GroomerII VoIP traffic interfaces are designed to operate at Fast Ethernet (100Base-T) data rates. If connected to network equipment that is not Fast Ethernet capable, the interface will attempt to negotiate a 10Base-T link speed.
1.12 Remote management The system is fitted with a remote management card that allows Aculab support staff to access the system should you require their assistance. The card is accessed via the Ethernet port (F) in figure 1-2.
Carrier Grade GroomerII – Installation Guide Hardware maintenance Servicing There are no user serviceable parts inside the GroomerII chassis. The unit may optionally be powered off for inspection periodically and to remove any dust that accumulates internally. This should only be performed by qualified technical personnel.
Carrier grade groomerII – installation guide 2.2.1 Removing a power module • Confirm the module to be replaced by checking the status LED indicator at the rear of the unit. (do not remove the module showing green for normal operation) •...
Moving an installed GroomerII system A GroomerII unit should not be moved while operating. If the system has to be moved, the power must be disconnected to prevent equipment damage or risk to operator safety. Please follow the application specific system shutdown procedure prior to powering down an operating system.
2.7.2 ISDN network/user conflict Many E1/T1 ISDN signalling protocols have asymmetric user and network end configurations. By default, the GroomerII will be configured to user end where there is a configuration option. The system configuration for each E1/T1 ISDN interface can be changed via the system configuration file.
Carrier Grade GroomerII – Installation Guide Basic fault finding The following list provides examples of possible reasons for the unit not operating correctly. Symptom Possible cause Unit does not power up Check power cabling and fuses. Unit generates multiple This denotes a serious internal fault that is non- audible tones recoverable.
Carrier grade groomerII – installation guide Appendix A: Warranty and support Warranty The standard warranty of 1 year applies to all GroomerII components. All cover is return to supplier. NOTE Please contact Aculab for warranty enquiries. The standard warranty does not cover damage, deterioration or malfunction resulting from : •...
Carrier Grade GroomerII – Installation Guide GroomerII system configuration Please refer to the GroomerII User Guide (MAN1015) for information on configuring and operating the system. 26 of 44...
Carrier grade groomerII – installation guide Appendix B: Safety information AC Power requirements The rating plate details the permitted voltage and frequency range for the system. CAUTION Under no circumstance connect the system to a power source with voltage or frequency different to that stated.
Carrier Grade GroomerII – Installation Guide DC Power requirements The carrier grade chassis has a DC power option which operates from a nominal - 48VDC supply. CAUTION Under no circumstance connect the system to a power source with voltage different to that stated. Contact your local supplier for advice if your power input is different to that shown on the rating label.
Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. The system time and date must be re-entered after battery replacement. Regulatory marking The CE Marking has been applied to the GroomerII to demonstrate compliance with the following European standards : EN55022 and EN55024 for electromagnetic compatibility.
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. No changes or modifications to the GroomerII are allowed without explicit written permission from Aculab. Any changes or modifications could void the end users authority to operate the device and invalidate the warranty.
Das Typenschild gibt die erlaubte Stromstärke und den Frequenzbereich für dieses System wieder. VORSICHT SCHLIESSEN SIE GROOMERII UNTER KEINEN UMSTÄNDEN AN EINE ANDERE ALS DIE ANGEGEBENE STROMQUELLE MIT DEM VORGEGEBENEN FREQUENZBEREICH AN. SETZEN SIE SICH MIT EINEM FÜR IHRE REGION ZUSTÄNDIGEN LIEFERANTEN IN VERBINDUNG, WENN IHRE SPANNUNGSVERSORGUNG VOR ORT NICHT DER AUF DEM TYPENSCHILD ANGEGEBENEN ENTSPRICHT.
Es gibt eine DC-Netzteil Option, die mit einem Nennwert von 48V (DC) Versorgung arbeitet. VORSICHT Schließen Sie unter keinen Umständen GroomerII an eine Stromquelle, die sich von den genannten Spannungswerten unterscheidet. Setzen Sie sich mit einem für Ihre Region zuständigen Lieferanten in Verbindung, wenn Ihre Spannungsversorgung vor Ort nicht der auf dem Typenschild angegebenen entspricht.
Netzteil Modul, falls nötig, könnte bei Wartungsarbeiten ersetzt werden. Lithium Batterien Das GroomerII Chassis verfügt über eine Lithiumbatterie, um die Uhrzeit und das Datum des Systems während des ausgeschalteten Zustands zu bewahren. Die Lebensdauer der Batterie ist unter normalen Betriebsbedingungen voraussichtlich fünf Jahre.
Störung, die unerwünschten Betrieb verursachen könnte. Es dürfen keine Veränderungen oder Modifikationen an dem ApplainX System vorgenommen werden, wenn diese nicht ausdrücklich schriftlich von Aculab genehmigt wurden. Jegliche Veränderungen oder Modifikationen könnten die Rechte des Endkunden beim Betrieb des Gerätes nichtig machen.
Carrier grade groomerII – installation guide Appendix D: Earthing requirements for Scandinavia Finland “Laite on liitettävä suojamaadoituskoskettimilla varustettuun pistorasiaan” Norway “Apparatet må tilkoples jordet stikkontakt” Sweden “Apparaten skall anslutas till jordat uttag” Denmark “For tilslutning af de øvrige ledere, se medfølgende installationsvejledning”...
The following cabinet mounting options are available for the chassis : TMLCMOUNT21 TMLCMOUNT41 TMLCMOUNT51 TMLCMOUNT22 TMLCSLIDE01 The suitable mounting option will depend on the dimensions of the cabinet the equipment is to be installed in. Further details of these options are available from Aculab. 37 of 44...
Carrier Grade GroomerII – Installation Guide Appendix G: Removal, Replacement and Installation of an Aculab Prosody X Card NOTE If you are installing an additional Prosody X Card, you will need a new H.100 bus cable with an extra connector.
Carrier grade groomerII – installation guide Disassembling the Chassis • Remove the retaining screw (“A”) from the rear of the chassis on the left hand side. • While pressing down the blue button on the top of the chassis, slide the top cover (“B”) back until it stops.
Carrier Grade GroomerII – Installation Guide Removing the PCI Riser Card Assembly • Gently lift the front of the PCI retention plate (“D”) and slide it backwards to remove it. • Remove the locking pin from the PCI fan assembly (“A”) taking note of its orientation in the slot.
Figure G-3 Prosody X Card Removal and Installation Installing a Prosody X Card If replacing an Aculab Prosody X card, use the same slot in the PCI riser card assembly for the replacement card. If adding a new Prosody X card, remove the blanking plate of the next free slot by removing its retaining screw (“A”).
Carrier Grade GroomerII – Installation Guide Refitting the PCI Riser Card Assembly • Ensure that the two blue handles on the PCI riser card assembly (“B”) are fully raised. • Locate the forks on the rear of the PCI riser card assembly into the pins on the inside of the chassis (“C”).
Carrier grade groomerII – installation guide Reassembling the Chassis • Place the cover over the chassis so that the side edges of the cover sit outside the chassis sidewalls. • Press gently down on the cover and slide the cover forward until it clicks onto place.
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